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Xplorer Yachts | Expedition Yacht Design, Technology & Innovation

by Paul Madden

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See Matterport 3D of bridge and engine room here: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=jHXF2cpt4hu Main Description Survivor Class........FSV Class ‘A’ ERRV Year Built/Converted..............1992/2014 Place of Build............Brattvaag…
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Xplorer Yachts™ is building the first wind-powered hybrid expedition yacht. This vessel is based upon an existing, ocean-proven wind-powered commercial vessel that has already achieved 30% fuel savings on Trans-Atlantic passages. It's…

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Since our wind-assisted expedition yacht will have the ability to operate solely with sail power in certain condition, which will deliver speeds in the 8-14 knot range; we also want to have the ability to generate electricity. The goal is…
Technical Tour of legendary 172' ex-NOAA Research ship

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Sadly, this vessel went to scrappers. U.S. - BUILT FOR U.S. Navy and NOAA, MNG Flattery is one of the finest ocean-going research ships in the world. The US Government built these ship's to the highest possible standards. ex NOAA David…
Serious Ice-Class Search & Rescue Vessel for Conversion

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The 221' SNAPPER was built in Canada as a Lloyds Class 1 Search & Rescue vessel for Arctic Duty. With 7,200 hp she can ram through a meter of ice. She has a cruising endurance of more than 30 days with 39 persons on board. Having been…
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About the show

The expedition yachting podcast for owners, designers, builders, and maritime professionals. Host Paul Madden - a lifelong sailor and expedition yacht specialist - brings you inside the world of explorer vessels, superyacht conversions, wind-assisted propulsion, and cutting-edge maritime technology. From technical tours of standby vessels in Norway to conversations with the designers behind iconic superyachts like MALTESE FALCON and BLACK PEARL, each episode delivers insider access to the expedition yachting sector you won't find anywhere else. Topics include: expedition yacht design, wind-powered hybrid yachts, DynaRig and wingsail technology, hydro-generation, long-range global cruising, yacht conversions, shipyard tours, and the history of ocean exploration. New episodes weekly. Follow the show and leave a review to help other expedition yacht enthusiasts find us.