The WOW Factor on 72m "Stella Maris"

VSY have confirmed that their 72m (236ft) flagship Stella Maris is one of four megayachts in the world to have a fully certified helideck, many have helidecks but few are certified. She is also one of the smallest megayachts to have obtained her certified helideck by the HCA (Helideck Certification Agency).

Landing on the helideck of a megayacht is a challenge and carries serious risks. Not many people know that the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency's Large Commercial Yacht code (LY2) has been modified to increase the security and standards so that security during take off and landing keeps accidents and injury to a minimum.

Her helideck is approved for a Eurocopter EC 135 that can land  and take off by day or night and also has the option of a side landing depending on weather conditions. Once the helicopter is gone, the deck can be transformed into a magnificent dining area, sun deck or a hosting area for those all important parties.

Superyacht 'Stella Maris' Hits The Water

On Saturday the 23rd of June the Italian shipyard Viareggio Superyachts pre-launched their 72m (236ft) flagship 'Stella Maris' and a few weeks ago on the 27th July she was lowered into the water at the Italian Naval Arsenal in La Spezia . The success of their two previous 62m (203ft) yachts Candyscape II and RoMa catapulted VSY on to the international stage of Superyacht builders, and the stunning Stella Maris will take them even further in the industry.

Managing Director of VSY, Luciano Scaramuccia, crowns Stella Maris as the most important yacht of this size built in Viareggio over the last 30 years. One of her unique and innovative features is her internal layout which consists of split deck levels which creates great space and a ceiling height of 2.7m in places. This creative internal design was the work of designer Michela Reverberi. The guest accommodation is forward on the main deck where you can see the large hull windows and the owners accommodation occupies the whole upper deck.

She will cruise the Med with her excited owner until September when she will attend the Monaco Boat Show. She is sure to be the main attraction at the show.

VSY Pre-Launch 72m Flagship 'Stella Maris'

On Saturday the 23rd of June the Italian shipyard Viareggio Superyachts pre-launched their 72m (236ft) flagship 'Stella Maris'. The success of their two previous 62m (203ft) yachts Candyscape II and RoMa catapulted VSY on to the international stage of Superyacht builders, and the stunning Stella Maris will take them even further in the industry.

Managing Director of VSY, Luciano Scaramuccia, crowns Stella Maris as the most important yacht of this size built in Viareggio over the last 30 years. The pre-launch event was celebrated with the workers, local authorities and bodies, all of whom have collaborated with VSY over many months to make this amazing Superyacht come to life. She now stands in the large square in front of the shipyard, illuminated in with multi-coloured lights at night for all to admire.

She will remain there for a few weeks to complete the final preparations for her transfer on a floating pontoon to the Arsenal in La Spezia where she will finally be splashed at the official launch. After this, she will cruise the Med with her excited owner until September when she will attend the Monaco Boat Show. She is sure to be the main attraction at the show.