Mondo Marine Launch 41m 'Okko'

On the 9th of June the Italian shipyard Mondo Marine launched their 61st Superyacht to date, the 41m (134ft) semi displacement named Okko. She shares the same technical platform as the other 6 yachts in the 41m tri-deck series, but has a different superstructure and design that features large hull windows. Giorgio Vafiadis designed the exterior lines and was also responsible for her interior decor which is a contemporary classic design that incorporates open spaces to give a liberating feeling of spaciousness throughout the yacht.

Okko's three decks include a spacious main deck owners suite with a well equipped relaxation area with comfortable seats. The saloon and dining area are situated aft on the main deck where guests can enjoy their meals while taking in the views through the wide windows. The guest accommodation in on the lower deck and includes 2 VIP suites and 2 double cabins. She will have a range of 3,000nm at her cruising speed of 14kts and a maximum speed of 16.5kts.

Her delivery is scheduled for July, and Okko will be presented in September at the Monaco yacht Show.

Mondo Marine's 45m Explorer

This is the new innovative project that is in advanced stages at Mondo Marine, the yachts project name is Mondo45 hence her 45m (147ft) length. She is one of the hottest mega yacht projects at the moment and will turn a lot of heads when completed, and is destined to go on to win numerous awards. At the heart of this project is an owners desire to experience the sea in any condition in full comfort.

The design philosophy is based on research into maximum functionality at sea and the desire to create a yacht that is perfect for living aboard during long voyages. The result is a mix between a working hull, an ocean research vessel, a cruising ship and a mega yacht. The yard, owners and designers have tailored this to perfection.


Her smooth exterior lines and and layered decks give her a strong bold exterior look ready to take on the worlds oceans. Aboard there is everything you could possibly need to make an extremely comfortable trip around the world, large socializing areas like the lounge area and the saloon. Some of the other main features include a swimming pool aft on the bridge deck, flybridge lunch/dinner area, sky lounge and spa area (gym, sauna, Turkish bath and massage room).

She will be able to accommodate 8 guests in 2 double cabins and a twin cabin on the lower deck and the owners master cabin forward on the main deck, this cabin has direct access to the spa area that is dedicated to the owner but the owner can give access of the spa to his guests without loosing his own privacy. She will have a top speed of 15kts and carry 80,000 liters of fuel, offering a range of 6,000nm - a trip around the world with only 3 stops.

Mega Yacht Global will keep you up to date on the news and progression of this fantastic project.

The Italian Job

Its all Italian this week with two Italian yards Launching boats.
First we have Mondo Marine who launched their second boat of the year with Alexander Again a 49 meter semi-displacement. the designer was Giorgio Vafiadis and the boat has four guest cabins below deck and the owners suite is on the main deck. see the picture below.

The other Italian yard that has been busy this week is Sanlorenzo, launching three megayacht in the space of a week.

• Reve d'Or a 46 meter
• Scorpion a 40 meter
• Santa Anna a 38 meter

These boats were all launched in the presence of their new Russian owners.
Below is Reve d'Or The largest of the three.