“Classic” and “Contemporary” are two themes that seem to be at polar ends of the design spectrum, but elements of the two are blended in Nazenin V, a 52-meter (170’6”) ketch that recently emerged from the build shed at Turkey-based RMK Marine Shipyard. In fact, given her size, striking design, and the rail slipway’s 60-meter-long limit, she commanded attention.
Featuring naval architecture by Sparkman & Stephens, Nazenin V bears a traditional transom, graceful overhangs, teak trim, and what the design team terms its signature sheer, all of which fit the “classic” bill. As for her contemporary elements, the aluminum superyacht has a raised pilothouse and a large flying bridge.
Inside, Redman Whiteley Dixon is incorporating traditional elements as well, with a twist. Teak paneling with sycamore inlays and brass fittings would make the saltiest sailor proud, but the owner’s suite is amidships. It’s positioned here because it will provide the most comfort when the owners undertake world cruising. Because they may encounter a variety of conditions in doing so, the yacht has been engineered accordingly, too.
Sea trials are being conducted near RMK Marine’s Tuzla facility, where a yard rep says everything so far is going smoothly. Indeed, even in the early stages of construction, Sparkman & Stephens was impressed. In the meantime, the craftsmen are continuing work on BN 80, a 45-meter motoryacht designed by Ron Holland, which will be its largest power yacht to date. RMK is also building the Oyster 100 and Oyster 125 sailing yachts designed by Ed Dubois.
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