Feadship Yachts Sell New Build Superyacht to Chinese Yachtsmen

Dutch superyacht builders Feadship says it is the first Western shipyard to sell a new-built 45m superyacht to a People’s Republic of China owner

Following a recent tour of the Far East by the award-winning Feadship Helix, a Chinese client requested a similar-sized vessel that would also include a helicopter deck. Feadship immediately designed and engineered this option and presented it for approval. Construction is now commencing to ensure the delivery before the Chinese New Year in 2013.

“We are delighted to have the opportunity to bring the unique Feadship style of yachting to this upcoming market,” comments Feadship marketing manager Francis Vermeer. “It follows a highly successful visit by the Feadship Helix to the Hainan Rendezvous in April, where we welcomed many interested parties onboard. Opening up new markets requires that people can see and feel for themselves the difference between a yacht and a Feadship. We are honored that one of those visitors has chosen to be a pioneer for his country and place the first exclusive superyacht order for the People’s Republic of China.”