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  1. The story of Black Pearl's long-awaited sail across the Atlantic

    Holly Overton gets the inside track from her captain and crew. Black Pearl was designed to push the boundaries of technology and what was thought to be possible for a 106.7-metre under sail. But even for her captain, Christian Truter, carving through the busy waters of St Barths at 14 knots was a bold move. She was an unexpected guest and her ...

  2. Black Pearl (yacht)

    Black Pearl at night. Black Pearl is a sailing yacht launched in 2016, which is 106.7 meters (350.1 ft) in length. [4] It has three DynaRig masts supporting a sail area of 2,900 square meters (31,215 sq ft). [4] The yacht was known during its build process originally as Oceanco Y712 and thereafter as "Project Solar". The hull is steel, the superstructure aluminum, and the masts carbon fiber. [5]

  3. Black Pearl

    Black Pearl is one of the largest and most ecological sailing yachts in the world. She can cross the Atlantic without burning even a liter of fossil fuel. This is thanks in part to her DynaRig sailing system and an innovative propulsion system that harvests kinetic energy under sail. 1 3. Her DynaRig may evoke a traditional galleon but Black ...

  4. On board Oceanco's 106 metre sailing superyacht Black Pearl

    Once in a while, a yacht comes along that really changes everything. Delivered in 2018, Black Pearl by Oceanco was one such project. Measuring 106m LOA, this visionary design officially takes the title as the second biggest sailing yacht in the world, outstripped only by the 109.5 metre Sea Cloud. There are other bigger yachts with sails, but ...

  5. Oceanco's Black Pearl: Everything you need to ...

    The largest sailing yacht in the world, Oceanco's Black Pearl also boasts a hybrid diesel electric system and can reach 17.5 knots under power. ... Add the solar sails, and clever features like on board heat regeneration, and the sun and the wind will power the entire ship without burning a drop of diesel!

  6. Black Pearl: paving the way to a sustainable future

    Delivered in 2018, the 107m Oceanco Black Pearl has been lauded as a trailblazing vessel, featuring forward-thinking technological systems with a focus on sustainability. In a conversation with SuperyachtNews.com, Captain Chris Gartner discusses this unique project's impact on the market, which he prefers to refer to as an 'auxiliary-powered sailing ship' because of the stigma attached ...

  7. One year of Black Pearl's life. The team of one of the world's largest

    The yacht can accommodate up to 12 guests. The main pride of the sailing boat is the 70-meter turning masts DynaRig. The sails themselves, with a total area of 2900 square meters, are equipped with flexible solar panels.

  8. Black Pearl

    Dykstra Naval Architects designed Black Pearl's hull and three 70 meter (230ft) DynaRig carbon masts and sailing system. The sail area is subdivided into smaller lesser-loaded sails and they can be set or furled by pushing a button. Astonishingly, all 2,900 square meter of sails can be set in 7 minutes. Lateral NA collaborated with Oceanco to ...

  9. Oceanco 106m Superyacht Project Solar Named BLACK PEARL

    Launched in 2016, mega sailing yacht Black Pearl's hull lines are by Dykstra Naval Architects - a reputable naval architecture and design studio who previously worked on the magnificent 88-metre charter sailing yacht Maltese Falcon. The breathtaking superyacht design was further developed by world-renowned Nuvolari Lenard.At this stage the interior design details have not been revealed yet ...

  10. Oceanco delivers the 106.7m Black Pearl the largest dynarig sailing

    The 106.7m (350ft) three-masted sailing yacht Black Pearl is unlike any yacht the world has ever seen. This unique and complex vessel is the realization of a discerning Owner's vision. She is the result of an elaborate and successful collaboration on the part of an international group of designers, engineers, naval architects, builders, and project managers.

  11. Video: Behind the scenes of sailing yacht Black Pearl

    Video: Behind the scenes of sailing yacht Black Pearl. October 05, 2017. Written by Rachael Steele. After her launch in 2016, 106m/348ft sailing yacht BLACK PEARL from Oceanco gained much attention for her striking appearance: Fitted with the iconic Dyna-rig from Dykstra Naval Architects, she bears a striking resemblance to 88m/289ft superyacht ...

  12. BLACK PEARL Yacht Charter Price

    The multi-award winning 105m/344'6" sail yacht 'Black Pearl' by the Dutch shipyard Oceanco offers flexible accommodation for up to 14 guests in 5 cabins and features interior styling by Italian designer Nuvolari Lenard. For the ultimate sailing experience, Black Pearl offers the perfect mix of luxurious living coupled with plenty of adventure once her sails are unfurled.

  13. Black Pearl, the Stunning Superyacht for the Eco-Conscious Modern

    The black sails occupy an area of 2,700 square meters and can be furled in under 8 minutes, at the touch of a button. Good ol' Captain Sparrow would be impressed! Black Pearl has a steel hull ...

  14. Black Pearl: the world's largest sailing yacht delivered to her owner

    Maltese Falcon. The yacht is equipped with three 70m high carbon fiber swivel masts. The boat has a DynaRig rig and all 2900 square meters of sails can be set in 7 minutes. On board the Black Pearl there are 6 cabins for 12 passengers, two spa pools, a huge beach club and plenty of storage space for tenders and water toys.

  15. Oceanco's Black Pearl to Become the Largest Sailing Yacht In the World

    Feb 8, 2018. The internationally acclaimed shipyard, Oceanco is about to break yet again another record, but this time for the largest sailing yacht in the world. Named Black Pearl and built under the codename Project Solar, this gigantic yacht has the potential to cross the Atlantic while only burning 20 liters of fuel due to its highly ...

  16. Black Pearl Oceanco 106m, the black pearl of the seas

    The Black Pearl rig is also set up to carry solar sails, which are currently under development and which could give further electrical energy from sunlight. While most yachts this large have an engine room that goes across two floors, the one on the Black Pearl is restricted to the lower deck, thus leaving more room for the 12 guests and 25 ...

  17. Black Pearl Yacht: An Insider's Guide

    Launched back in 2016, the Black Pearl was designed under the codename Oceanco Y712 and then that was switched to Project Solar. The final name, Black Pearl, is an obvious nod to the Pirates of the Caribbean movies. As the codename suggests, it was yacht maker Oceanco, based in the Netherlands, who designed and built the vessel.

  18. 57 Jeanneau Black Pearl 2014 Le Marin

    Black Pearl Yacht for Sale is a 57 superyacht built by Jeanneau in 2014. Currently she is located in Le Marin and awaiting her new owners. ... Dacron furling stay sail of 2020 Facnor Ls 80 stay sail furling system. Sparcraft rod kicker. Winches electric two speeds: two x Harken 70 / two Harken 50 / two Harken 46 on roof ... Flexible solar ...

  19. $200 Million Black Pearl: The Revolutionary Sailing Yacht Caught in a

    Without making use of its sails, Black Pearl cuts through water at a maximum speed of 17.5 knots (20.1 mph/32.4 kph), which is still solid performance but more on par with other, more traditional ...

  20. World's largest sailing yacht 'Black Pearl' arrives in the

    Delivered on Friday 16 March, the 107m/350ft sailing yacht 'Black Pearl' from Oceanco arrived in the Mediterranean earlier today. Currently holding the title of world's largest sailing superyaht, Black Pearl looked triumphant as she made her way to the Mediterranean today. The result of a fascinating design phase, Black Pearl began life ...

  21. Legendary sailing superyacht Black Pearl docked in ...

    The Black Pearl was built in 2017 by Dutch yard Oceanco, contending for the title of the largest sailing yacht in the world against the 143-metre Nobiskrug Sailing Yacht A ever since. Despite her larger size, some experts consider the latter rather a sail-assisted motor yacht than a sailing vessel. Meanwhile, she has been recently seen off Monaco coast.

  22. Legendary sailing superyacht Black Pearl docked in Saint-Petersburg

    The Black Pearl was built in 2017 by Dutch yard Oceanco, contending for the title of the largest sailing yacht in the world against the 143-metre Nobiskrug Sailing Yacht A ever since. Despite her larger size, some experts consider the latter rather a sail-assisted motor yacht than a sailing vessel. Meanwhile, she has been recently seen off Monaco coast.

  23. Sail boats for sale in Saint petersburg

    Find Sail boats for sale in Saint petersburg. Offering the best selection of boats to choose from. ... United Yacht Sales - South Carolina / North Carolina Area | Henderson, North Carolina. 2022 Cobalt R6. US$140,000. All Coast Yacht Sales | Littleton, North Carolina. 2024 Yamaha Boats 255 FSH Sport H. US$97,399.