Sunday, October 23, 2011

Dubois New 100m Explorer Sloop


Dubois Naval Architects
have finished the design of their newest creation a 100m expedition sloop. Ed Dubois was commented saying.

"We are please to announce the design contract for a 100m sloop. This will demand a 30 month design program with construction to commence mid 2013 with completion in 2016. Futher information will be available in late 2012"


This yacht will have the design number 380 and was designed for an existing client. She will have extra space dedicated to tender and equipment storage for her world travels. When launched this yacht will be one of the most spectacular privately owned yachts in history.

Ed Dubois was commented saying "We are please to announce the design contract for a 100m sloop. This will demand a 30 month design program with construction to commence mid 2013 with completion in 2016. Futher information will be available in late 2012"

She will have a mast that will tower 125m and a center board that will have a max draft of 12.8m, this just shows you the sheer size of this yacht. She will be able to accommodate a crew of 20 all in single cabins. All ready different yards have be expressing interest to under take the build of this super sized yacht. Who will get the contract for her rigging and a mast of 125m? Southern Spars, Hall Spars or Future Fibres.

Thanks to Dubois Naval Architects for comment/information and picture.

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