At 23 meters (75 feet) the FM75 Sossego yacht series is just shy of being a proper megayacht. However, she’s close enough in size, and an intriguing project. Not only is the world-renown Frank Mulder responsible for her design, he’s also responsible for her construction, via Frank Mulder Yacht Projects.
Mulder has a well-earned reputation for designing high-speed yachts. In fact, Octopussy (which hit 53 knots) and Moonraker (nearly 67 knots) are among his achievements. The aluminum-hulled Sossego–which ironically shares her name with the Portuguese word for calmness, or peace and quiet–will follow suit. Specifically, she should reach 43-knot speeds. She’ll do so with twin 1,100-hp MAN V10-1100 CRMs linked to Arneson surface drives.
Given the sharply rising cost of fuel, you may wonder whether high-speed (therefore high-consumption) yachts still appeal. They do, as the first FM75 Sossego yacht is under contract and will see delivery next year. Furthermore, Ocean Independence Cavendish White, which is marketing the series, says there are plans for two more launches to debut next year. The build time is approximately 14 months from contract signing.
Of course, there’s always a market for comfortable and practical yacht spaces. The FM75 will have queen-size beds in her two staterooms. The saloon, meanwhile, will double as a cozy cinema. Better yet, on deck all cleats, winches, and the anchoring system will be in recessed compartments when not in use.
The second and third build slots are presently available and open to some personalization, so if you’re interested, contact the brokerage house.
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