Designed by Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design, with interiors by Milan-based studio m2atelier and naval architecture from De Voogt Naval Architects, The Feadship superyacht represents a departure from many traditional superyacht proportions, drawing inspiration from the cleaner lines and performance-focused thinking more commonly associated with large sailing yachts.
A Closer Look at Feadship's Sailing-Inspired Design
While early launch images introduced the overall concept, the latest photographs provide a better sense of the yacht's proportions in a real-world setting. Against the backdrop of Dutch villages, bridges, and canals, the design's low profile becomes particularly apparent. The graphite-colored hull stretches beneath a silver superstructure characterized by long horizontal lines, expansive glazing, and minimal visual clutter.
According to Feadship, the project was developed to introduce a new design direction for the shipyard, taking cues from sailing yacht design while maintaining the volume and capability expected of an 80-meter motor yacht. McKeon's influence is visible throughout the profile. A sharp plumb bow, restrained deck architecture, and carefully managed superstructure height create a silhouette that appears lower and longer than many yachts of comparable size.
[Project 826] introduces a striking new design direction for Feadship, combining the elegance and performance led thinking of sailing yachts with a highly contemporary profile."
- Feadship
The imagery also highlights the yacht's extensive teak deck areas and uninterrupted circulation routes, elements that reinforce the project's emphasis on openness and connection with the surrounding environment.
Designed for Life Close to the Water
Although much of the interior remains private, previously released details indicate that Thalassa has been designed around a strong relationship with the sea. The motor yacht accommodates up to 12 guests across six staterooms and is supported by a crew of 15. Her layout places significant emphasis on outdoor living spaces, waterside access, and uninterrupted sightlines.
One of the most talked-about features remains the yacht's 165-square-meter beach club, which Feadship has described as the largest ever developed by the yard. The space incorporates fold-out terraces, direct access to watersports facilities, wellness areas, and a gym, creating a dedicated waterside leisure zone that spans multiple levels.
Performance comes from twin MTU engines, delivering a reported cruising speed of 14 knots, a top speed of 16 knots, and a range of approximately 5,500 nautical miles at 12 knots.
Construction Nears Completion
For many custom superyacht projects, canal transits such as this provide one of the final public glimpses before sea trials begin. The movement through the Dutch waterways signals that major construction work is nearing completion, with commissioning, systems testing, and final preparations now becoming the primary focus.
As the yacht heads toward open water, attention will increasingly shift from construction to performance validation, a key stage before delivery can take place. The latest images also demonstrate how the yacht's design performs outside the controlled environment of a shipyard. Viewed alongside bridges, windmills, and residential streets, the scale of the project becomes apparent while still maintaining the visual restraint that has defined the concept from the outset.
Large Custom Projects Continue to Progress
According to YachtBuyer MarketWatch, the largest yacht database in the world, there are currently 17 Feadship yachts on order- just weeks ago, the 101.2m superyacht Destiny, also known as Project 1014, entered sea trials in the North Sea. Designed by RWD, the 3,840GT project represents one of Feadship's largest current builds and is expected to secure a place within the YachtBuyer YB100 following delivery.
Elsewhere, the 83m Project Solent has entered the outfitting phase at Feadship's Kaag facility ahead of a planned 2027 delivery, while the 50m custom superyacht Graycliffs was recently delivered to her owner, adding another completed project to the Dutch builder's growing fleet.
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The yard has also continued to receive industry recognition through its completed projects. Earlier this year, the 118.8m Breakthrough was named Motor Yacht of the Year at the 2026 World Superyacht Awards, with judges highlighting the yacht's hydrogen fuel-cell technology and alternative energy systems.
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