More and more, automotive design and yachting design are coming together. Several megayachts in the water and in build embrace car design cues. You can see these cues in their interiors as well as in their styling. So, why not take those cues one step further, into the must-have watertoys? Aston Martin approached Triton Submarines for its entrée into this luxury sector. The result is Project Neptune, a limited-edition design for those who want a more dashing way to make undersea explorations.
As you may know, Florida-based Triton already has strong reach throughout the megayacht market. In addition, it designs and builds subs for research and exploration, as well as resorts. Project Neptune builds upon Triton’s LP model, where “LP” signifies “Low Profile.” Fully capable of taking three passengers, the model is smaller in stature, to fit into more compact tender garages and launch via a yacht’s existing toys crane. Aston Martin Consulting, which specializes in design, engineering, and manufacturing even outside of automobiles, worked with Triton to infuse its design aesthetic from there. (O a related side note, that same division is responsible for the AM37 powerboat, from Quintessence Yachts.)
The sleek lines, the black and metallic accents, and more all came from its studio. In particular, “we have used forms and proportions that express the same devotion to design, engineering, and beauty that shape our cars, such as the Aston Martin Valkyrie hypercar project,” explains Marek Reichman, vice president and chief creative officer for Aston Martin.
The Triton Submarines team eagerly awaits the near future. Patrick Lahey, the company president, says “Triton and Aston Martin were natural partners” from the first meeting.
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