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Boat of the Week: Inside a 165-Foot Ice-Class Explorer Yacht That Can Go Anywhere in the World
"i-nova," one of the first authentic expedition yachts, was built to see the world. now she's looking for an owner ready to make that happen., julia zaltzman, julia zaltzman's most recent stories.
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To paraphrase the late Ella Fitzgerald, “It isn’t where you’ve been; it’s where you’re going that counts.” And when it comes to I-Nova , the 165-foot explorer yacht built for “uncompromising adventure,” that place is anywhere in the world. Now, it needs to find that place—or many places.
Built in 2013, the first of the Cosmo Explorer series was an owner’s labor of love who planned to see the remote corners of the world. Unfortunately, that never happened. Now up for sale, the yacht is searching for an owner who will make most use of her expedition hull.
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I-Nova ‘s build team had a stellar international cast: A “Made in Italy” interior and exterior by Italian designer Cristiano Gatto. A Dutch collaboration between Vripack and Van Oossanen for the go-anywhere hull. The owner, planning to do an expedition series called the Cosmo Explorer, had the yacht built at Greek shipyard Megatechnica. Experts in the construction of commercial vessels, Megatechnica cut no corners during the five-year build process.
“The owner wanted to show what you could do outside of the Northern European shipyards,” Alex Banning, director at SuperYachtsMonaco, told Robb Report . “It was a project of his own doing, using best-in-class suppliers and builders.”
I-Nova showed her expedition-yacht pedigree on a trip to Greenland. SuperYachtsMonaco
The result is an ice-class vessel equipped with some serious go-anywhere capabilities. Her vertical bow is hydrodynamically optimized to make her an efficient and long-range cruiser. The hull is reinforced with extra-thick steel plates specifically for polar expeditions. The propeller, sea chest, rudder, steering gear and seawater cooling systems meet ABS DO ice class requirements. And at 165 feet in length, though arguably compact for an explorer, her huge interior volume and shallow draft give her great versatility.
“When the first ideas and concepts emerged in 2009, I-Nova was right on the leading edge of the expedition sector of the market,” says Banning. “The owner wanted to keep it compact and practical, built like a hammer with as much of a silk glove as you can add, with all of those explorer capabilities.”
Included in that concept is what Banning refers to as the “opinion-dividing” rear deck built specifically to store a Fabio Buzzi 34 tender. The semi-enclosed rigid-hulled inflatable is a lasting testament to Buzzi, the owner’s friend, boat builder and racer who died last year in a speedboat crash. The Buzzi tender isn’t included in the sale, but it exemplifies the type of serious vessel that can be accommodated aboard I-Nova , along with a 5-ton crane with a 30-foot outreach, a second tender and a full range of water toys. Only serious explorers would have space for that many tenders and toys.
The “Made in Italy” interior by Cristiano Gatto is modern, light and airy, a nice contrast to the buttoned-down exterior. SuperYachtsMonaco
“Some people think the Buzzi takes up too much space, but the owner thinks, ‘I’ve built a deck to carry my boat wherever’,” says Banning. “He likes driving it into all the tiny bays and swimming, diving and snorkeling from it. That’s what you can do with a boat deck like that.”
The owner’s original intention was to build an expedition series under the Cosmo Explorer brand. The concept would offer unrestricted cruising on vessels ranging from 148 to 210 feet.
A beach club and dedicated dive room are located on the lower deck. A large terrace for evening drinks is found on the bridge deck. The observation deck offers panoramic views, as well as a covered exterior gym and spa pool. But the wow factor is reserved for the award-winning interior, which includes an extensive use of 50,000-year-old Kauri wood and a split-level master suite that can be used as an observation lounge, homeschooling room or even a cinema.
“Gatto took the lead on the project alongside the owner, which is why the interior and exterior gel so well, and the interior has a quirky yet hugely flexible layout,” says Banning.
Powered by twin MTU 16V 2000 M70 engines I-Nova offers low engine noise, low vibration and bags of autonomy. As Banning says, “she’s got great DNA.”
The yacht is for sale through SuperYachtsMonaco for $23.5 million. Check out its smart design below.
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Cosmo Explorer present new launch 'I-Nova'
Greek yard cosmo explorer launched 50m ice-class explorer yacht 'i-nova' earlier this year. designed by cristiano gatto, the yard and design team have released new information and images on this new launch...….
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I-NOVA // Cosmo Explorer
The greek shipyard cosmo explorer built the 50m i-nova in 2013 to a cristiano gatto design who is responsible for the exterior and interior design..
The yard and designer developed I-Nova as a D0 ice class explorer yacht with extra-thick steel plates and propeller shafts, propellers, sea chests, rudders and steering gear systems, as well as the sea water cooling system to meet the ABS classification requirements .
Cristiano Gatto and his team designed I-Nova for an experienced yacht owner who had own ideas for his perfect yacht. The yacht has five decks with a functional layout, which offers a lot of private space for the owner with a large cabin on the main deck. A private staircase leads to the upper deck with a big private panorama saloon.
Above the Upper Deck is I-Nova ‘s Bridge Deck located which housing a well-equipped wheelhouse and two cabins, one for the yacht’s Captain and the other for the Engineer. The panoramic position of the helm station allows perfect visibility further enhanced by the reversed windows, which eliminate all glares from the dashboard.
A large terrace astern with twin tables and sunbeds is the right spot to have breakfast or to dine under the stars. The loose outdoor furniture on this deck, sunbeds, and armchairs belong to Roda’s Mistral and Network collection in natural teak.
Behind the owners’ upper deck is the big storage deck for tenders, which is equipped with a Fabio Buzzi 34 Semi-enclosed rib tender and a Scorpion 8.5 ST rib tender, which can be lowered with the installed 5-ton crane with 9-meter outreach. The storage deck is also suitable as a party deck.
The guests can find a gym, jacuzzi, and sunbathing area on the observation deck.
Main Specifications of I-NOVA
49.75 m | |
9.50 m | |
3.55 m | |
2 x MTU 16V2000M70 (2 x 1050hp @ 2100 rpm) | |
15.6 knots | |
13 knots | |
5.500 nm | |
125.000 l | |
Cristiano Gatto | |
Cristiano Gatto | |
Cosmo Explorer / Jannis Kotsios | |
A1 Commercial Yachting Service, Ice Class D0, (E), AMS The following rules and regulations are met: MCA Large Yacht Code 2 (LY2), ABS Guide for Building and Classing Motor Pleasure Yachts Ice Class Category “D” | |
Steel (hull) / Aluminum (superstructure) |
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Striking a Balance: I-Nova Superyacht
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We’re always told you can’t have everything, but yacht designer Christiano Gatto would beg to differ. The owner wanted to create what he thought of as the quintessential large yacht and the team at Christiano Gatto were more than happy to oblige.
It couldn’t just be suited to mere cruising. Any yacht can adequately navigate calm, coastal waters. No, it needed to be a true explorer yacht, one capable of tackling each and every sea trial thrown at it while keeping guests comfortable, whether that be through tropical waters or an arctic ice sheet. The result is I-Nova, a five-deck masterpiece of practical yacht design.
If you were just to look at her length you likely wouldn’t be in awe of her; compared to some of the more overcompensating Superyachts, 50 metres is respectable but not impressive.
However, her length is deceptive. Combined with I-Nova’s 9.5-metre beam, there’s a surprising amount of deck space aboard. Indeed, she can comfortably accommodate 14 guests along with 12 crew, all while maintaining her striking silhouette. In short, she is a boat of many, many charms.
One of those charms is a reinforced hull. Extra-thick steel plates have been added to the bow and propeller shafts, sea chests, rudders and steering systems, everything that an errant chunk of ice sheet might damage.
Across the five decks the owner has included anything and everything guests might want. A panoramic saloon gives flawless overwater views, while the luxuriously bedecked lower deck houses a large indoor beach club complete with a sauna.
The main deck offers plenty of dining and lounging space, draped in Loro Piana fabrics and solid Kauri wood. Despite the sumptuous material, the décor has been kept comfortably neutral, homely and elegant but with a cool, ethnic flavour to complement I-Nova’s globe-trotting lifestyle.
Perhaps the most extraordinary feature however is the upper deck. Not only does it hide a pair of chasing boats in the aft, the open space is expansive enough to accommodate a dancefloor, cocktail party or a spot of al-fresco dining.
In short, I-Nova proves the old adage that you can’t have everything well and truly false. Not only is it a fine example of what you can get when you build your own yacht from scratch, it’s a masterclass in how to create a perfectly-balanced superyacht.
Price: €23,495,000 (excl. VAT)
More details at superyachtsmonaco.com
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Setting the standard for a new generation of explorer yachts, I NOVA’s ice-class hull ensures that exploration of the remotest of regions is possible.
Her compact size and huge volume makes shallow-water cruising enjoyable, and her 5,500 nm range makes her ideal for long voyages. Her vertical bow and low centre of gravity ensure smooth sailing in all conditions. All this combined with interior features including a cocktail area with a solid Kauri wood bar, an elegant formal dining room with space for 12, an intimate lounge on the upper deck, and a large beach club with a sauna on the lower deck. There is accommodation for up to 14 guests in six luxurious cabins, including a stunning full-beam, split-level owner’s suite. Created to offer the ultimate outdoor living experience in all environments I NOVA enjoys an extremely functional layout combined with multiple areas in which to relax and socialise. Her exterior highlights include a covered outdoor gym with a magnificent view, plus a fabulous spa pool overlooking the ocean. Since delivery in 2013, I NOVA has been professionally maintained by her experienced owner and her five-year survey was completed in 2018.
£16.5m / €19.9m / $22.7m Superyachts of Monaco Alex Banning | t: +33 6 11 60 41 34 e: [email protected] www. supe ryachtsmonaco.com
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Motor Yacht
I Nova is a custom motor yacht launched in 2013 by Cosmo Explorer.
I Nova measures 49.75 metres in length, with a max draft of 3.55 feet and a beam of 9.50 feet. She has a gross tonnage of 746 tonnes. She has a deck material of teak.
I Nova has a steel hull with an aluminium superstructure.
I Nova also features naval architecture by Cosmo Explorer.
Performance and Capabilities
I Nova has a fuel capacity of 125,000 litres, and a water capacity of 18,400 litres.
She also has a range of 4,400 nautical miles.
Accommodation
I Nova accommodates up to 12 guests in 6 cabins. She also houses room for up to 10 crew members.
Other Specifications
I Nova is MCA compliant, her hull NB is 1.
I Nova is an American Bureau of Shipping, Ice Class D0 class yacht. She flies the flag of the Cayman Islands.
She is also fitted with a jacuzzi (on deck).
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SuperYachts Monaco. To paraphrase the late Ella Fitzgerald, "It isn't where you've been; it's where you're going that counts.". And when it comes to I-Nova, the 165-foot explorer yacht ...
I Nova was a 50 metre explorer, for which we were responsible for the exterior and interior design. The client was an experienced yacht owner with his own ideas about what a large yacht should be: strong, comfortable, reliable and elegant. He wanted us to translate this into reality and we achieved this with a scheme that incorporates both ...
The project was built for an experienced owner who asked Cristiano Gatto to translate into reality his own ideas of what a big yacht should be. Designed to combine aesthetics and seaworthiness, I-Nova is an Ice Class explorer vessel with a strong identity. A harmonious balance between aesthetics and functionality was pivotal to Cristiano Gatto ...
The first yacht launched by Cosmo Explorer is the 50-metre explorer yacht I-Nova and the shipyard, belonging to Alizul Finance Corporation Ltd., is currently developing two new concepts of 40+ and 60+ meters explorer yachts in collaboration with Cristiano Gatto Design Team.
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I Nova is a 50 m / 164′1″ luxury motor yacht. She was built by Cosmo Explorer in 2013. With a beam of 9.5 m and a draft of 3.2 m, she has a steel hull and aluminium superstructure. This adds up to a gross tonnage of 746 tons. She is powered by MTU engines of 1,408 hp each giving her a maximum speed of 16 knots and a cruising speed of 13 knots. The motor yacht can accommodate 14 guests in 6 ...
A dynamic and powerful expedition vessel 5 years in the making, I NOVA is a once-in-a-lifetime superyacht. Built to meet her experienced owner's exacting standards, this intrepid 49.75m yacht was designed for uncompromising adventure. Setting the standard for the new generation of expedition yachts, I NOVA's robust exterior is more than ...
The 49.8 metre motor yacht I Nova, listed for sale by Alex Banning at SuperYachtsMonaco, has seen a price reduction of €3,595,000.. Built by Greek yard Cosmo Explorer, she was delivered in 2013 with stunning interior design and exterior lines by Cristiano Gatto and went on to become a 2014 ShowBoats Design Awards winner for Best Interior.. ABS classed and MCA compliant, she accommodates up ...
I NOVA is a dynamic and luxurious vessel, and a once-in-a-lifetime super-yacht. She provides a reliable and strong level of performance with a surprisingly quiet engine. In a compact form I NOVA is able to comfortably explore shallow-waters. I NOVA has a huge volume of 746GRT and an impressive range of 5500 nautical miles in cruise. She hosts ...
Featuring a welded steel hull and aluminium superstructure, the beautiful 5-deck Cosmo Explorer yacht I Nova (Hull 163.10) is powered by twin MTU 16V 2000 M70 diesel engines. She can reach a top speed of 15 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots. ABS classed and MCA compliant, the Cosmo 50 Explorer superyacht I Nova has a beam of 9,50m and a ...
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