Ten years after Delta Marine delivered the 110-foot (33.5-meter) Onika, the same owners are building a bigger megayacht at the Washington State shipyard.
The new Onika measures 132’9” (40.5 meters). She’s set for launch this spring and delivery shortly thereafter. Construction started under a confidentiality agreement, but the owners recently granted permission for publicity. Naval architecture and interior design work for Onika is being handled by the Delta Design Group, Delta Marine’s in-house team. The megayacht has a traditional trideck profile, walkaround decks, and mostly sheltered deck spaces. There’s also an open uppermost deck with a hardtop.
Onika, with a 28’9” (8.8-meter) beam and 6’9” (2.1-meter) draft, also has a new hull design that makes her more voluminous. It further blends what Delta Marine says are the best attributes of semi-displacement and full-displacement designs. Jay Miner, the yard’s chief naval architect, underscores that both tank tests and computational fluid dynamics (simulated computer tests) led to incorporating some elements. Among them: prop tunnels that gently transition into the hull. The hull itself is a round bilge design, with a bulbous bow. All of this should translate to good fuel economy and stability. Delta Marine anticipates that Onika should see a 4,000-nautical-mile range at 12 knots and a top speed of 16 knots. She’ll be powered by twin 1,600-hp Caterpillar C32 ACERTs. Onika will also carry 14,720 gallons (55,721 liters) of fuel.
Inside Onika, the owners will enjoy an atmosphere evocative of classic gentleman’s yachts. Stonework and custom glasswork will complement honey-toned Spessart oak. It’s an old-growth oak from managed forests in the Bavaria region of Germany. Spessart oak is touted for its straight grains and clean appearance (no mineral deposits). Onika will further feature teak soles, custom furniture made of mahogany and anigre, and more. All of this, along with a mix of antique furnishings, is meant to make for a sophisticated, serene setting. Ikat-pattern fabrics will lend a British West Indies flair in some spaces, with other details evoking Edwardian themes in other areas.
As for the guest-to-crew ratio, Onika will have accommodations for an owner’s party of six and eight crewmembers. Guests will be treated to indoor and alfresco dining options, a games area, and an assortment of toys. Eighteen- and 12-foot RIBs will be stowed on the bridge deck, for example.
Jim Drake
Love having Onika visiting here on Winnegance Bay!