pride itself to be the first Dutch shipyard to achieve the ISO 14001 certification. The latter, awarded by Lloyd’s Register to the shipyard, is an internationally agreed standard that sets out the requirements for an environmental management system.
PROJECT MASTER AND HER ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS The Dutch shipbuilder is currently working on Project MASTER, an explorer yacht reborn out of a history-laden offshore rescue and standby vessel. Through an in-depth feasibility study, the platform vessel OCEAN NESS was carefully evaluated to be a suitable basis for this extraordinary transformation process. Her impressive appearance when finished will hold more than enough reserves to accommodate the owner’s extensive wish list.
MASTER will be upgraded with the latest electrically powered Voith- Schneider Propellers (eVSP). This unique all-electric environmentally friendly propulsion system is provided with incredible features, which include increased overall efficiency and comfort, dynamic positioning, higher stabilisation with reduced noise levels.
Furthermore, this future-proof system is already in compliance with the upcoming IMO Tier IV regulations and significantly reduces emissions. Five highly efficient generators will generate electricity, with fuel capacity enabling the vessel to travel vast distances of up to +9000nm at a comfortable 10kn cruising speed.
SUPPORTING THE SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH
Together with implementing technological innovation to its latest projects, ICON is also striving to promote scientific research onboard its converted vessels. Given the success of its 77m converted explorer yachts LEGEND or RAGNAR in terms of scientific abilities, ICON Yachts is committed to designing yachts suitable for scientific purposes when guests are not aboard.
Conversion vessel platforms often feature existing equipment
Recognising the need for change means being open to new ideas, experiences, and perspectives. It means stepping outside of your comfort zone and challenging established business practices to develop something different.
“To embrace change, we must allow ourselves the opportunity to learn and grow, to be a strong partner in this constantly evolving industry.”
ready to participate in research programmes. Hence, with relatively simple and low investment taken early on in the design process, it is possible to integrate research facilities. This is why ICON is solidifying its network of partners like The International SeaKeepers Society, which promotes oceanographic research, conservation, and education through direct involvement with the yachting community. This enables the yachting community to take full advantage of their unique potential to advance marine sciences and raise awareness about global ocean issues which affect all those in this industry.
EXPLORATION IS THE NEW LUXURY
Another development that ICON is currently embracing is the growing demand for experiential travel. “Clients are no longer satisfied with a simple cruise; they want to explore remote and exotic locations, which require specialised equipment and technologies.” Hence, ICON is adapting by offering fully customised conversions and explorer yachts that cater to these specific needs. At the same time, by listening to the other side of the spectrum (i.e. explorers and voyagers), it is possible to constantly innovate. This is why ICON has recently partnered with the world leading luxury adventure travel company, Cookson Adventures. The latter has already worked with two of ICON’s world renowned vessels, Legend and Sherakhan. Through their close collaboration, the two companies aim at anticipating future explorers’ needs in terms of design and travel experiences.
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