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A monument to class and meticulousness, the third Blue Moo n is a worthy successor to her two preceding yachts. The second yacht built for the same Feadship owner, the new 60.35m yacht (198'0") is a quintessential family boat that benefits from her owners' extensive experience in yachts and in life.

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BLUE MOON is a 60.35 m Motor Yacht, built in Netherlands by Feadship and delivered in 2005.

Her top speed is 16.0 kn and she boasts a maximum range of 4700.0 nm when navigating at cruising speed, with power coming from two Caterpillar diesel engines. She can accommodate up to 12 guests in 6 staterooms, with 15 crew members. She has a gross tonnage of 1102.0 GT and a 11.1 m beam.

She was designed by Donald Starkey , who also designed the interior. Donald Starkey has designed 34 yachts and designed the interior of 57 yachts for yachts above 24 metres.

The naval architecture was developed by Feadship De Voogt Naval Architects , who has architected 102 other superyachts in the BOAT Pro database - she is built with a Teak deck, a Steel hull, and Aluminium superstructure.

BLUE MOON is in the top 5% by LOA in the world. She is one of 202 motor yachts in the 60-70m size range.

BLUE MOON is currently sailing under the Cayman Islands flag, the 2nd most popular flag state for superyachts with a total of 1368 yachts registered. She is known to be an active superyacht and has most recently been spotted cruising near Bahamas. For more information regarding BLUE MOON's movements, find out more about BOAT Pro AIS .

Specifications

• Name: BLUE MOON
• Yacht Type: Motor Yacht
• Builder: Feadship
• Naval Architect: Feadship De Voogt Naval Architects
• Exterior Designer: Donald Starkey
• Interior Designer: Donald Starkey

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A General Description of Motor Yacht BLUE MOON

The work of the The Feadship Royal Van Lent Shipyard yard in the Netherlands the BLUE MOON is 60 m 198 (foot) in length. Completed by 2005 the recent internal styling confirms the integrity of the design work of Donald Starkey Designs. Superyacht BLUE MOON is able to accommodate up to 12 passengers with 14 qualified crew. She will attain a maximum speed of 16 knots.

Super yacht BLUE MOON was the second yacht built at Royal Van Lent for the same Feadship owner who has had extensive experience in yachting and is at the forefront of new developments in the yachting industry. In the mid-1990s the owner chartered a Feadship yacht called MI GAEA which he bought soon after and renamed BLUE MOON – he then commissioned the second Blue Moon – launched in 2000 which was the largest aluminium Feadship ever built at the time. The third Blue Moon was commissioned in 2002 with a brief for a sleeker yacht with more accommodation. The owner also wanted more functions and be comfortable in colder climates to enable the exploration of more remote sailing areas. BLUE MOONS profile has a flared bow combined with contemporary touches such as the semi-circular extensions with glass bulwarks on the sun and bridge deck aft.

Construction & Naval Architecture for Luxury Yacht BLUE MOON

De Voogt Naval Architects was the naval architect firm involved in the technical nautical design work for BLUE MOON. Also the company De Voogt Naval Architects and Donald Starkey Designs expertly worked on this project. Interior designer Donald Starkey Designs was commissioned for the internal interior styling. the Netherlands is the country that The Feadship Royal Van Lent Shipyard constructed their new build motor yacht in. After the official launch in 2005 in Kaag she was afterwards passed over to the happy owner having completed sea trials and testing. A spacious area is brought about with a maximum beam (width) of 11.29 metres or 37 feet. With a 3.35m (11ft) draught (maximum depth) she is reasonably deep. The material steel was used in the building of the hull of the motor yacht. Her superstructure over the hull is fashioned out of aluminium. In 2008 extra refitting and updating was in addition performed.

Main Engines And The Speed The M/Y BLUE MOON is Capable Of:

The 3516B DITA engine installed in the motor yacht is made by CATERPILLAR. She is driven by twin screw propellers. The engine of the ship creates 2000 horse power (or 1492 kilowatts). She is fitted with 2 engines. The combined output for the boat is thus 4000 HP or 2984 KW. As for stabalisers she was built with Quantum Zero Speed. The bow thrusters are Jastram.

With Superyacht BLUE MOON She has The Following Main Accommodation Format:

Apportioning quarters for a maximum of 12 welcome guests sleeping aboard, the BLUE MOON accommodates them in luxury. Normally the vessel utilises approximately 14 proficient crewmembers to run.

A List of the Specifications of the BLUE MOON:

Further information on the yacht.

During October 2009 BLUE MOON cruised to Montréal, in Canada. BLUE MOON also traveled the area including Montréal during the month of October 2009. Heinen & Hopman is the type of air conditioning system utilised in the interior. Her deck material is predominantly a teak deck.

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The luxury yacht BLUE MOON displayed on this page is merely informational and she is not necessarily available for yacht charter or for sale, nor is she represented or marketed in anyway by CharterWorld. This web page and the superyacht information contained herein is not contractual. All yacht specifications and informations are displayed in good faith but CharterWorld does not warrant or assume any legal liability or responsibility for the current accuracy, completeness, validity, or usefulness of any superyacht information and/or images displayed. All boat information is subject to change without prior notice and may not be current.

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BLUE MOON Yacht for Sale

The 198-foot (60.35m) Feadship superyacht BLUE MOON was built by famed Dutch yacht builder Feadship. Launched from the Van Lent shipyard, BLUE MOON hit the water in 2005. This remarkable custom-built yacht features interior and exterior design by Donald Starkey and Lee Perot. An exemplary example of Feadship quality, BLUE MOON has won a variety of awards since her launch, including “Best full-displacement motor yacht over 56 meters” at the 2006 ShowBoats Awards, “Star of the Show” at the 2005 Monaco Yacht Show and a World Yachts World Trophy for yachts between 150 and 200 feet in 2006.

BLUE MOON benefits from the highest possible level of pedigree and craftmanship from her owner, but also features bespoke elements that set her apart from other yachts. BLUE MOON has an all-decks glass elevator that makes her accessible for all guests. She also features an observation lounge on her bridge deck that provides exceptional, panoramic views thanks to floor-to-ceiling glass windows and a sunroof that opens fresh air and natural light. One of the most appreciated features is the yacht’s 1,200-square-foot master stateroom, located on the main deck. In addition to being a simply opulent and comfortable place to rest one’s head, this suite also features a full office and a private gym.

The additional five staterooms of BLUE MOON, located below deck, are equally as comfortable as the master. The yacht’s flexible configuration allows for a variety of stateroom layouts, from three to five, depending on the owners’ or guests’ needs. For example, four of these five staterooms can be combined to create two large VIP suites, each of which has its own his-and-hers en-suite bathroom and a sitting room. Additionally, a guest gymnasium is on this deck. All staterooms feature entertainment facilities and top-quality amenities.

The interior spaces of BLUE MOON exemplifies classic styling with traditional elements creating a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. She offers a variety of spaces to relax and unwind, from her main deck main salon to the bridge deck lounge with a full bar, game table and large 82-inch drop-down TV. Guests can enjoy formal indoor dining on the main deck or the bridge deck, which also becomes an alfresco dining spaces once the enclosing glass panels are stowed. Up to 12 guests can enjoy the sumptuous experience at this wonderful table.

Other highlights of BLUE MOON include her on-deck Jacuzzi with large sunpads, her main deck aft lounge space, ideally suited for morning coffees or afternoon cocktails, her full suite of tenders and toys and her large swim platform providing easy access to the water.

BLUE MOON has been exceptionally maintained since her launch. In 2019, her Quantum Zero Speed stabilizers were upgraded to XT fin type. Her shore power units were replaced, and she completed her 15-year Lloyds’ survey. In 2018 the yacht’s superstructure was repainted and her hull and main-deck bulwarks were repainted in February 2021. The yacht has only had one owner since her launch and has been lovingly cared for by a long-time, experienced crew. 

• Quantum Zero speed stabilizers upgraded to XT fin type (Nov 2019)
• Shore power units replaced (Nov 2019)
• All three Generators upgraded to Scania 300kw
• Hull & main deck bulwarks repainted Feb '21. Superstructure repainted in 2018/19
• 15-year Lloyds Class survey completed Nov '19
• Excellent Feadship quality
• Experienced owner has built multiple Feadships
• Original owner and an extremely experienced, longstanding crew
• Six staterooms, elevator, guest & owner gymnasiums, and tender pockets on bridge deck
• Wheelchair accessible
• At-Anchor Stabilizers
• Kaleidescape
• Scuba Diving
• Underwater lights
• Wine Cellar

Specifications

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Full Details

• Quantum Zero speed stabilizers upgraded to XT fin type (Nov 2019) 
• Shore power units replaced (Nov 2019) 
• All three Generators upgraded to Scania 300kw. 
• Hull & main deck bulwarks repainted Feb '21. Superstructure repainted in 2018/19 
• 15 year Lloyds Class survey completed Nov '19 
• Excellent Feadship quality 
• Experienced owner has built multiple Feadship’s 
• Original owner and an extremely experienced, longstanding crew 
• 6 staterooms, elevator, guest & owner gymnasiums, and tender pockets on bridge deck 
• Wheelchair accessible 
• 2006 World Yacht Trophy 150’-200’ 
• 2006 Showboat Best Full Displacement Motor Yacht Over 56 Meters 
• 2005 Monaco “Star of the Show”, awarded by the Prince of Monaco.* 
• Yacht Magazine 60 Meter of the Year 

2005 198’ Feadship built at the Royal Van Lent Shipyard (Yard #793, delivered June 4, 2005) and naval architecture by De Voogt Naval Architects. Exterior styling and interior design by Donald Starkey and Lee Perot. She has a displacement hull, constructed of steel with an aluminum superstructure and is built to Lloyds Class (Class notation: 100 A1, SSC,Yacht (P), Mono, G6, LMC, SCM) with MCA compliance. Note: Lloyds 15 year class survey completed in Nov. 2019. Blue Moon has seven (7) watertight compartments, and nearly 9,000 square feet of living space.

Length Overall: 198 feet (60.35 meters) 

Length at Waterline: 175 feet (53.35 meters) 

Beam: 37 feet (11.29 meters) 

Draft:11 feet (3.35 meters) 

Air Draft: 52.5 feet (16.0 meters) 

Tonnage: 1,102 gross 

Net tonnage: 330 (NT) 

Displacement full: 1,064 tonnes 

Capacities 

Fuel Capacity: 37,433 US Gallons (141,700 liters) 

Water Capacity: 8,084 US Gallons (30,600 liters) 

Lube Oil: 674 US Gallons (2,550 liters) 

Waste Oil: 621 US Gallons (2,350 liters) 

Wastewater:565 US Gallons w/M.S.D. (2,140 liters) 

Gray Water: 2,787 US Gallons (4 tanks) (10,550 liters) 

Speed and Fuel Usage 

      Speed      Range

Maximum:  16 knots   

Cruising: 13 knots   4,700 nm    

Manufacturer: Awlgrip 

Hull color: Snow White - Painted 2021 

Superstructure color: Snow White - Painted 2019 

Antifouling: Black Micron 99 - Painted 2019 

Owner’s area & Main Salon: Cherry with inlaid panels 

Guest staterooms: Mahogany with cherry inlaid panels 

Foyers: Flame Mahogany 

Bridge& Captains cabin: Teak with flame cut teak inlay panels 

Skylounge: Chestnut with quarter cut chestnut inlay 

Crew Area: Elm 

Number of Guests: 12  

Number of Cabins: 6  

Gymnasium: one for guests on lower level and one for owner in the Master. 

Elevator: 4 station hydraulic elevator from lower deck to sundeck, rated for 350Kg. Capable of fitting a small wheelchair. 

Owner’s Suite 

Master stateroom is on deck with 1,200 square feet of Owner’s Suite, including a separate large Owner’s office to starboard and Owner’s gymnasium/spa to port. This is a much larger than the average Owner’s suite with private/separate access to all three rooms which have their own en-suite bathrooms. Large, windows allow maximum light and visibility to the sea. 

Guest Staterooms 

BLUE MOON offers 5 guest staterooms on the lower deck plus a separate guest gymnasium (forward to starboard).  

This extremely flexible design provides for the option to combine four of these guest staterooms to create two large VIP suites, each with a sitting room and separate his and her bathroom. As such, on the Guest Level, you have the choice of a five, four, or three stateroom layout. Options: 

• Guest Cabin 1 (Queen) 
• Guest Cabin 2 (King, 2 x Twins or Lounge)  
• Guest Cabin 3 (Queen) 
• Guest Cabin 4 (Queen) 
• Guest Cabin 5 (King, 2 x Twins or Lounge) 
• Forward Suite Conversion:  
• Guest Cabin 1 
• Guest Cabin 2 
• Aft Suite Conversion: 
• Guest Cabin 3 
• Guest Cabin 5 
• Mega Suite Conversion:  
• Guest Cabin 4 
• Guest Gym (Can be used for Massage Bed set up) 

Guest area notes: 

• Guest foyer with Subzero refrigerator and Hoshizaki ice maker under service area. 
• Guest cabins 1 & 3 have tubs 
• Elevator access to this level. 
• Crew access for service is hidden in the forward part of the hallway. 

Main Salon 

The main salon is accessed from the aft deck via automated doors and is surrounded on all sides by massive windows.  Separated by a small buffet cabinet from the formal dining area, the beautiful wood clad room is a perfect place to greet guests or have a relaxed conversation. Just forward of the main salon is the primary guest entry foyer with a separate formal entrance to starboard. From this area, you can proceed forward to the master stateroom, up to the skylounge or down to the guest staterooms via a beautiful circular stairway or spacious 4 level elevator. 

Skylounge and Upper aft deck 

• Large seating area to port side and game table to starboard  
• Wet bar forward with Subzero refrigerator and Hoshizaki ice maker, concealed glass storage 
• 65” TV in ceiling 
• 4 panel sliding door that opens full beam to combine skylounge with upper aft deck. 
• Customized sliding door system allows the aft dining area to be enclosed in inclement weather. 
• Assorted settees and chairs scattered throughout the upper aft deck. 
• Dining for 8-12 guests 
• Windscreen doors to port and starboard 
• Dining for 8-12 guests aft 
• Hidden TV behind cabinet 
• Assorted chairs and chaise lounges 
• Elevators to sundeck interior near a large interior observation room with large windows 
• Jacuzzi forward surrounded by large sunpad 
• Grill, bar, dumbwaiter, refrigerator, ice maker on port side forward 
• Captains stateroom behind bridge with second access to walkaround deck. 
• Captains office across the hall behind bridge 
• Note:1st officer and chief stewardess offices in pilothouse 
• 7 crew cabins forward below deck 
• Crew Mess and crew galley 
• Starboard passage to shell door opening at waterline level 
• Additional staff cabin for two (2) persons 
• Walk in refrigerators to starboard side 
• Two (2) dry stores lockers starboard side 
• Laundry to port side 
• Lower deck crew lounge 
• Wine cellar 

Upper pantry 

• Coffee station 
• Milk refrigeration 
• Subzero 601R  
• Second access to walkaround deck 
• Sink & Insinkerator 
• Commercial ice machine 
• Additional foldable counter space 
• Dumbwaiter 
• Large storage area for toys and gear 
• Overhead gantry crane to launch two (2) jetskis 
• Large storage lockers to starboard side 
• Technical areas to port and starboard for ship’s equipment 
• Entry to engine room forward 

Wheelchair access: yacht is generally wheelchair accessible for a small wheelchair. 

Main Engines 

• Engine Type: 2x Caterpillar 3516B DI-TA 1492 kW @ 1600 rpm maximum. Sixteen (16) cylinder, twin turbo charged, after cooled, four-stroke cycle high speed diesel engines. They are fitted with block heaters, triple Racor fuel filters, pre-lube pumps and are 24VDC started. They are coupled to the reverse / reduction gear using a flexible Centa coupling and four (4) point resiliently mounted. 
• Engine Hours (as of 6/15/21): Port: 13,778, Starboard: 13,782 
• Next Service: Major overhaul due at 16,000 hours (estimated) 
• Gearboxes: ZF (ZFW 7500) with 4.026:1 reduction gear 
• Drive: Two 5-bladed NiBrAl propellers (1900mm diameter/1664mm pitch), C45-N special steel shaft (175mm diameter) in oil bath stern tubes. 

Fuel Consumption 

Engine RPM   Engine Load   Consumption/ Engine   Gen Load   Consumption/ Generator   Total Consumption/Hour   Total Consumption/24 Hours  

1600  100%  370 L/hr (95 Gal/hr )  70%  36 L/hr (10 Gal/hr)  776 L/hr (207 Gal/hr)  18,624 L/day (4,968 Gal/day) 

1500  82%  310 L/hr (82 Gal/hr)  70%  36 L/hr (10 Gal/hr) 656 L/hr (175 Gal/hr) 15,744 L/day (4,200 Gal/day) 

1400  65%  240 L/hr (64 Gal/hr) 70%  36 L/hr (10 Gal/hr)  516 L/hr (138 Gal/hr)  12,384 L/day (3,312 Gal/day) 

1300  47%  190 L/hr (51 Gal/hr)  70%  36 L/hr (10 Gal/hr)  416 L/hr (111 Gal/hr)  9,984 L/day (2,664 Gal/day) 

 1200  43%  145 L/hr  (39 Gal/hr)  70%  36 L/hr (10 Gal/hr)  326 L/hr (87 Gal/hr)  7,824 L/day (2,088 Gal/day) 

 1100  30%  110 L/hr (29 Gal/hr) 70%  36 L/hr (10 Gal/hr)  256 L/hr (68 Gal/hr) 6,144 L/day (1,632 Gal/day) 

 1000  25%  80 L/hr (21 Gal/hr)  70%  36 L/hr (10 Gal/hr)  196 L/hr (52 Gal/hr)  4,704 L/day (1,248 Gal/day) 

Generators & Electricity 

Generators: 3x Scania DI13 074M, 300kW (New 2013) – dedicated generator room 

1x Perkins 4TGM/13 - 73KW emergency generator (outside engine room) – 52 hours 

Hours (as of June 14, 2021): Port:10,271  Center: 10,530      Starboard: 12,579 

Next Service: Top end rebuild due at 20,000 hours (estimated) 

Generator Fuel Consumption: 40 liters per hour, 960 liters per day per generator 

Shore Power: 2x Shore power cables 

Converter: 2x 150 kVa ASEA Shorepower converters (new 2019) 

Incoming: 480V 3phase or any frequency/voltage worldwide 

Output volts: 440 volt/ 60 Hz 

Batteries: 2x Main engine starting: 24V 

3x Generator starting: 24v 

Shipboard description: Three-phase 440V/60Hz system with automatic parallel system with automatic synchronizing and load sharing. 

Air-Conditioning 

 Type: Heinen & Hopman chilled water circulation system to the central air-handling units with ducting throughout the yacht. Certain technical areas have dedicated fan coil units. Heating from electric heaters. Compressors have frequency controls for power management. Fresh air makeup units installed. 

Other Machinery 

Watermakers: 2x HEM 40 reverse osmosis w/ capacity for 16,000 lt / day each 

Stabilizers: 1x Quantum Zero speed fin stabilizers with XT Upgrade (2019) 

Bow Thruster: 1x Jastram 135 kW electro motor with 4 bladed propeller with frequency control. 

Stern Thruster: 1x Veth 110 kW electro motor retractable – 360 degrees 

Fuel Filtration: 1x Westfalia OTC 2-02-137 fuel oil purifier 

2x  Racor fuel filters on each engine 

Air Compressors:2x Kaeser 

Steering System: Tenfjord 

Oily Water Separator: DVZ – 500 liters/day 

Hot water: 2x Nine 800 liter tanks with 18kw heating elements. Hot water circulating pump installed. 

Bilge Water Filtration: An oily bilge water separator, type DVZ 250, 15 ppm, with alarm 

Sewage System: Hamann treatment system – US Coast Guard Type II & IMP approved – 24,000 liters / day. 

Fresh Water System: Three Speck pumps, one pressure tank with water softener. A silver sterilizer and charcoal filter are also in line. 

Grey & Black Water Pumps: 6x Johnson 

Fire and Bilge Pumps: 4x Johnson 

Antifouling: Cathelco system installed in seawater inlet chests 

Communication & Navigation Systems

Communication Systems 

Satcom: 1x Inmarsat-F Satcom Nera F77 

1x Inmarsat-F Satcom Nera F33 

Tele. System: 1x Panasonic KX-TD 12/32 PABX 

AIS: Furuno FA-170 

SSB: 1x Sailor Compact 4500 SSB 

VHF: 2x Sperry RT 4822 w/ DSC 

8x Portable ICOM IC-M1V  

Intercom: Panasonic PBX or individual radios 

Ships Computer: Dell computer 

Computer Printer: Hewlett Packard 

Nav. Computer: Custom   

Navigation Systems 

 Radar: 1x Furuno X band with 8 ft antenna and ARPA 

1x Furuno S Band with 12 ft antenna and ARPA 

Gyrocompass: 2x Anschutz Standard 20 gyro 

Compass: 1x Observator MK3 

Automatic Pilot: 1x Anschutz Nautopilot 2015 

Horn: 1x Kahlenberg Air Horn Model T5 

Digital Depth: 1x Furuno FCV-582L w/ 50/200 kHz transducer 

1x B&G Hydra 2000 

GPS: 2x LEICA, model MX-420 

BNWAS: 1x Furuno 

Speedlog: 1x Sperry Naviknot III 

Wind: B&G hydra 2000 wind system with 20/20 display 

System Monitor: Dekasis by DeKaizer 

Chart Plotter :Transas Marine with ECDIS 

Monitors: 7x Bridge monitors for multifunction 

Searchlights:1x Carlisle and Finch 35 million candle power 

Entertainment Systems

• Six (6) centralized AV racks in pilothouse in air conditioned AV storage. AMX architecture, upgraded annually with “white glove” service. Interface is via IPad/Iphone app in each zone or centralized access. Boca Theater Automation (BTA). 
• New state-of-the-art DVR streaming device & server, named MODULUS, installed in July 2021. This service is accessible in every room/TV on the yacht, including crew, via WiFi/VSAT. DVR storage capability built into the system.  
• KALIEDESCAPE system accessible in every room/TV on the yacht. 
• DirecTV (including Caribbean access) accessible in every room/TV on the yacht. HD service. 
• Variety of music/audio inputs and capability. 
• XBOX1 in Salon and Skylounge. 
• Complete AV control via IPad or Iphone in each room of the yacht. All new IPads in 2020.  
• Salon fold down TV from ceiling: 65” Sony
• Skylounge fold down TV from ceiling: 65” Sony 

Lighting/Blinds 

• Lurton system integrated with AMX architecture for full ship’s lighting control via IPad/Iphone.  
• Lighting upgraded to LED throughout the yacht. 
• Underwater lights aft (x8). 
• Blinds are all controlled locally by electronic switch (can be upgraded to central system). 

Galley & Laundry Equipment

Main Deck Galley Equipment 

Cooking Equipment:

• 1x MKN 6-burner electric range w/ Griddle
• 1x MKN commercial steam oven w/ hood 
• 1x MKN Salamander 
• 1x Viking microwave oven 
• 2x Wolf Ovens (standard) 
• 1x twin basket deep fat fryer 
• 1x Prepping rack system 

Dumbwaiter: 1x 3 station foodlift from tank deck to main deck and a 3 station foodlift from main deck to sundeck – 100kg capacity, electrically driven 

Refrigerations:2x SubZero 601R in galley 

Walk-in Refrigeration: 2x Two custom-built cool/freeze rooms – 18 cu meters of storage 

Garbarge:1x Refrigerated garbage storage 

Sink: 1x Stainless steel – one for chef and double for service 

Wine Cooler: 1x 48 bottle Subzero 

Trash compactor: 1x Commercial Trash compactor on tank deck  

Waste: 1x Garbage disposal in galley 

Main Pantry Equipment 

Refrigeration & Freezer: 1x Subzero 601R refrigerator & Subzero min freezer 

Ice Maker: 1x Hoshizaki: IM-30C/E 

Wine Cooler: 1x Subzero 424 

Dishwasher: 2x Hobart & Bosch super silent 

Waste: 1x waste disposer ISE 75 

Crew Galley/Mess Equipment 

Cooking Equipment: 1x Viking microwave oven 

Refrigeration:

• 2x Subzero refrigerators 700TR (refrigerator plus 4 drawers) 
• 1x Ice-cube maker Hoshizaki IM-30CLE 

Coffee: 1x Bunn 

Dishwasher: 1x Bosch super silent 

Trash compactor: 1x Viking (on tank deck) 

Guest lobby on lower deck 

Refrigeration: 1x Undercounter refrigerator Miele K621 Ui 

Ice-cube maker: 1x Hostizaki IM 30CLE 

Laundry Equipment 

Laundry Equipment: 2x 10kg capacity WS 5100 Miele  

Pressing Equipment: 1x Roller ironer Miele B 890 

• 2x 10kg capacity T 6251 Miele 
• 1x Stacked washer/dryer combo of 5kg capacity Miele WS 5425/T 5206 

Tenders & Toys

Tenders: 1x 25’ Chris Craft (2004) with Volvo Penta 8.2 liter gas engine 

1x Nautica 15’ RIB emergency tender (2003) with 2012 Yamaha T60C outboard (on bow) 

Toys: 2x Yamaha XL700 wave runners (2004, in Lazarette) 

Deck Equipment

Anchor Windlass: 2x Ascon vertical two-speed electric windlasses - 7.5 kW, 440 V Volt, three phase, 60 cycle, each with wildcats and stainless-steel gypsy for handling lines 

Anchors: 2x HHP Pool-type high holding power, semi-balanced galvanized bow anchors 765 kg 

Anchor Chain: 2x 192.5 meters of 28mm Grade U2 galvanized studlink chain 

Deck Capstans: 2x Ascon vertical capstans - 4 kW, 208 Volt AC, 3-phase, for handling lines of the aft deck 

Crane and Davits: 2x custom-built Van Driel electric operated overhead crane beams with safe working load of 2,500 kg each beam. Two speed lifting and lowering. 

         1x separate Van Driel crane for handling 16’ MOB-boat/crew on foredeck. 750Kg working load. 

         1x Van Driel aft peak crane in Lazarette – 400kg capacity 

Passerelle: 1x Akerboom 6.22m (20.5’) aluminum Riviera electric/hydraulic gangway and wheel set for resting on dock – 200kg capacity 

Boarding Ladders: 1x Akerboom hydraulic side boarding ladder with adjustable steps, integrated in the bulwark at the Owner’s entrance (starboard) – 350kg capacity. Additional “Marquipt” provided for other entrances. 

Swim Ladder: 1x removable swimming ladder 

Showers: 2x Sundeck side deck and swim platform 

Mooring Whips: 4x Mooring whips for tenders installed on swim platform with additional brackets on port and starboard side amidships 

Security, Fire Fighting & Safety Equipment

Security Equipment  

CCTV System: 5x Monitors in wheelhouse, captain’s cabin,captain’s office, crew mess & crew lounge 

• 2x Cameras, one facing each side deck 
• 1x Mounted facing aft on aft deck 
• 1x Engine room 
• 2x Color camera on bridge deck side near bridge 
• 2x Color camera to the mast 
• 1x Color camera to the swim platform 
• 2x In the bridge and crew mess 
• 1x Captain’s cabin 
• 1x Ship’s office 
• 1x 23 hour timelapse recording unit in bridge deck hallway 
• 1x Flatscreen to be sub-divided for as many zones as possible 
• Security Alarm: Deck sensors throughout the vessel 

Ship Safe: 2x In owner’s suite & captain’s office 

Fire Fighting Equipment 

Hi-Fog system: Marioff – throughout vessel 

Fire/Heat/Smoke Detectors: Throughout 

Portable CO2: Throughout 

Fire Extinguishers: Throughout 

Seawater Firefighting Station:Throughout 

Firefighting suits: 2x w/ breathing equipment 

 Safety Equipment 

Life rafts: 4x 25 person inflatable liferafts 

EPRIBS: 2x JOTRON, TRON-40 S 

SART: 2x JOTRON 9 SARTS 

• Garwood tender 

A complete list of exclusions is available upon request. 

Mechanical Disclaimer

Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.

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• Interior design from Marlow
• Cruising speed of 24 knots
• Sleeps 6 overnight
• Able to access shallow bays and coves

The 24.51m/80'5" motor yacht 'Blue Moon' was built by Marlow in the United States. Her interior is styled by American designer design house Marlow and she was completed in 2007. This luxury vessel's exterior design is the work of Marlow.

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Blue Moon has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 6 guests in 3 suites. She is also capable of carrying up to 2 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience.

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Built with a kevlar composite hull and composite superstructure, with grp & teak decks, she benefits from a semi-displacement hull to provide exceptional seakeeping and impressive speeds. Powered by twin diesel Caterpillar (C32) 1,676hp engines, she comfortably cruises at 24 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 29 knots with a range of up to 1,200 nautical miles from her 2,846 gallon fuel tanks at 24 knots. Her low draft of 1.6m/5'3" makes her primed for accessing shallow areas and cruising close to the shorelines. Her water tanks store around 480 Gallons of fresh water.

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Rare blue supermoon dazzles stargazers around the globe

A peacock sits on a chimney as a nearly full moon rises behind it, in Hyderabad, India, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. August 30 will see the month’s second supermoon, when a full moon appears a little bigger and brighter thanks to its slightly closer position to Earth. (AP Photo/Mahesh Kumar A.)

The supermoon rises near the equestrian statue of Damdin Sukhbaatar on Sukhbaatar Square in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Ng Han Guan)

The August Super Blue Moon sets behind a historical building and the St. Basil’s Cathedral, right, as people walk in Red Square in Moscow, Russia, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Alexander Zemlianichenko)

The supermoon rises behind the ancient temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, about 70 kilometers (45 miles) south of Athens, Greece, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Thanassis Stavrakis)

The supermoon rises in the sky of Gaza City, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Adel Hana)

A supermoon rises over the Colosseum in Rome, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia)

The full moon rises behind the Galata tower in Istanbul, Turkey, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Khalil Hamra)

The supermoon rises over the Mediterranean sea as a boat passes at Konnos bay near Ayia Napa and Protaras on the eastern part of the island of Cyprus, on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Petros Karadjias)

The supermoon rises in the sky over the houses of Gaza City, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Adel Hana)

Akıncı unmanned aerial craft passing in front of the Supermoon during a demonstration flight on the first day of Teknofest technology and aerospace festival in Ankara, Turkey, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Emrah Gurel)

A supermoon rises over Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian)

A supermoon rises over Montevideo, Uruguay, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Matilde Campodonico)

The supermoon rises behind Ayioi Anargiroi Orthodox church near Ayia Napa and Protaras in the eastern Mediterranean island of Cyprus, on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Petros Karadjias)

A Supermoon is seen on the sky as a woman walks on the street, in Vosloorus, east of Johannesburg, South Africa, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. August 30 sees the month’s second supermoon, when a full moon appears a little bigger and brighter thanks to its slightly closer position to Earth. (AP Photo/Themba Hadebe)

A supermoon rises over a headstone at a cemetery in Sydney, Australia, Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Mark Baker)

The moon known as blue moon rises behind the small village of Ujue, northern Spain, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Alvaro Barrientos)

People watch a supermoon rise above Lisbon, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Armando Franca)

The supermoon rises behind the Chlemoutsi medival castle in Kyllini, Peloponnese, Greece, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. AP Photo/Petros Giannakouris)

The full moon rises beyond the Martyrs statue, in downtown Beirut, Lebanon, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. August 30 will see the month’s second supermoon, when a full moon appears a little bigger and brighter thanks to its slightly closer position to Earth. (AP Photo/Hussein Malla)

A super moon rises behind Arthur Ashe Stadium at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center during the second round of the U.S. Open tennis championships, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023, in New York. A rare blue supermoon — the closest full moon of the year — dazzled stargazers Wednesday night. It was the second full moon of August, thus the blue label. And it was unusually close to Earth, therefore a supermoon. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez)

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A rare blue supermoon — the closest full moon of the year — dazzled stargazers Wednesday night.

Saturn joined the celestial spectacle, visible alongside the moon, at least where skies were clear.

It was the second full moon of August, thus the blue label. And it was unusually close to Earth, therefore a supermoon.

The moon appeared to be bigger and brighter than usual, given its close proximity to Earth: just 222,043 miles (357,344 kilometers) or so. The Aug. 1 supermoon was more than 100 miles (160 kilometers) farther away.

If you missed it, it will be a long wait: The next blue supermoon isn’t until 2037. But another regular supermoon is on the horizon at the end of September, the last one of the year.

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Photos: Rare super blue moon rises and lights up skies worldwide

The next blue supermoon is not until 2037. but another regular supermoon is on the horizon at the end of september..

A rare blue supermoon – the closest full moon of the year – dazzled stargazers around the world on Wednesday night.

A  supermoon is broadly defined as a full moon that is closer to the Earth than normal. That makes it appear slightly brighter and bigger in the sky. It was the second full moon of August, thus the blue label – “blue moon” is the term applied when a full moon is seen twice in a single month.

Saturn joined the celestial spectacle, visible alongside the moon, at least where the skies were clear.

The last time two full supermoons were seen in the same month was in 2018.

The next blue supermoon is not until 2037, but another regular supermoon is on the horizon at the end of September and will be the last one this year.

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Blue Moon Specifications

• Name Blue Moon
• Model Custom
• Flag Cayman Islands
• Hull NB 793
• Hull Colour -
• Naval Architect De Voogt Naval Architects
• Exterior Designer Donald Starkey
• Interior Designer Donald Starkey
• Length Overall 60.4m
• Length at Waterline 53.4m
• Draft (min) -
• Draft (max) 3.4m
• Gross Tonnage 1102
• Cabins Total -
• Hull Configuration -
• Hull Material Steel
• Superstructure -
• Deck Material Teak
• Fuel Type Diesel
• Manufacturer Caterpillar
• Power 1600 hp / 1492 kW
• Total Power 1600 hp / 1492 kW
• Propulsion -
• Max Speed 16.2 Kn
• Cruising Speed 13 Kn
• Fuel Capacity 141300
• Water Capacity 30600
• Generator 3 x Caterpillar 250 kW
• Stabilizers Quantum Zero Speed
• Thrusters Jastram
• Amenities At anchor Stabilizers , Jacuzzi (on deck), Gym, Lift (Elevator)
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Avoid four simple mistakes to make the most of Monday’s solar eclipse

For 4 minutes and 28 seconds on Monday, day will become night for 31.5 million people. From Niagara Falls to Mazatlán, Mexico, along the “path of totality” a total solar eclipse will blot out the sun.

Temperatures drop suddenly. The sun’s corona, which is usually impossible to see creates a spectacular view.

California is not in the path of totality. Even if the chilly storms and rains headed our way clear, we will only get to see a partial eclipse. The sun and the moon won’t be perfectly aligned.

For Angelenos, the moon will visibly cover half of the sun. In San Francisco, only a third.

Maybe that sounds disappointing. But waiting five years until the next partial solar eclipse (or 20 until the next total one) would probably be worse.

So, get out there. Take a break. Enjoy the hopefully decent weather and bask in the partial darkness.

But be careful. Solar eclipses have rules.

Don’t miss the window

In Los Angeles the eclipse will begin at 10:06 a.m. By 10:39 a.m. the moon will take a substantial bite of the sun, peaking at 11:12 a.m. It will be over by 12:22 p.m, according to the Griffith Observatory.

NASA offers an eclipse explorer map .

There are many eclipse viewing parties around Los Angeles (between 10:00 a.m. and noon), where you can ask astrophysicists questions or look at the eclipse through solar telescopes.

Don’t forget your solar viewers or eclipse glasses

“It is very dangerous to look at the partially eclipsed sun directly with your own eyes,” Ed Krupp, the longtime director of the Griffith Observatory, told my colleague Rong-Gong Lin II . “You’re tempted to do it, but it will burn the retinas permanently and cause permanent blindness.”

Those in the zone of totality can remove their eclipse glasses and watch the total eclipse with a naked eye, NASA says. But only for the minute or two that totality lasts.

It’s also unsafe to look at the eclipse through a camera lens, binoculars, telescope or regular sunglasses. You need solar viewers or eclipse glasses that comply with the ISO 12312-2 international standard .

The American Astronomical Society has a list of reputable suppliers of eclipse glasses, filters and viewers .

The Los Angeles Public Library will be distributing more than 20,000 eclipse glasses for free at the L.A. Maker Faire today at the L.A. State Historic Park in Chinatown.

Some Warby Parker locations ( here’s a list ) are also handing out free solar eclipse glasses.

Don’t bother trying to take a photo (but if you want to, here are some tips)

It’s quite challenging to get a “good” photo of an eclipse, especially of totality. The rapid change from daylight to twilight darkness requires technical adaptability .

But here’s your best bet: Use your eclipse glasses or a certified solar filter over the camera lens.

You can also use a black tape or a cloth to cut down on the light between the solar filter and the lens.

“We would not recommend pointing [your phone’s camera] directly at the sun for extended periods of time with no filter,” Google’s Pixel camera team told my colleague Ron .

You can equally enjoy the experience by putting your phone down , looking at how other people are reacting and noticing the changes in nature.

Speaking of nature...

Don’t forget that it’s still daytime (some animals will forget)

The Great American Eclipse of 2017 mystified tiny marine creatures known as zooplankton .

“One hour before the sky went dark, the confused little critters began swimming up the water column to start their nighttime feeding routine,” wrote my colleague Deborah Netburn. “As soon as totality was over” they “made their way back to the safety of deeper, darker waters,” realizing their mistake.

This time, researchers and scientists will observe how the solar eclipse will interfere with the routines of animals at Texas’ Fort Worth Zoo.

“It’s sort of adorable, this whole colony of tiny little creatures being like, ‘Oooh, nighttime!’ and then a few minutes later they’re like, ‘Oops,’” solar physicist Dan Seaton told Deborah in 2017. “It’s all part of the magic of eclipses.”

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