When Pacific Asian Enterprises announced it was adding the Nordhavn 96 to its lineup, eyebrows raised. The builder said the yacht would be able to be managed with minimal or even no crew. With hull number one having arrived stateside yesterday, those accustomed to having full-time professional crew aboard any size of megayacht are still surprised. But, for Nordhavn clients, it’s ownership as usual.
The builder sees the 96’7” (29.5-meter) Nordhavn 96 as a big cruiser more than a megayacht. She’s based on the hull of the Nordhavn 86, with a 10-foot-long cockpit. That same extra length allows for bigger lazarette and crew spaces should you so wish to have full-time hands. (The buyer of hull number one does: four, to be exact. He’s stepping up from a Nordhavn 86, too, interesting enough.)
There’s more floor space in relaxation areas as well aboard the Nordhavn 96. These include the saloon, skylounge, and flying bridge. Note that the skylounge can be replaced by an upper-deck master suite. If you like the standard layout, though, the master becomes full beam (24 feet, or 7.3 meters) on the main deck. Either way, three guest staterooms take care of your friends and family. The crew gets a private entrance aft, along with access to a laundry and utility room. The captain has a separate cabin.
Like the 86, the Nordhavn 96 lets buyers select woods, stone, and other decor materials. But what really has been the hallmark of Nordhavn from day one is the long-range cruising ability. Even Nordhavns half the size of the 96 have undertaken ambitious journeys. The builder anticipates a 4,000-mile range at 9 knots for the 96. Transatlantic range remains at 10 knots. (The initial engine package was set to be twin MTU 60 Series powerplants, but updated specifications show twin Caterpillar C18s.)
Furthermore, Nordhavns are known for rugged construction and machinery. Tunnels protect the propellers, and 50-hp bow and stern thrusters are at your disposal. The electrical system is set up for seamless use globally.
The Nordhavn 96 will be getting its finishing touches at the company’s facility in Florida over the next several weeks.
Michael Royse
how long would it take to build a new 96′ yacht and the cost.
Michael Royse
Dream: Nordhavn 96’ Tri-Deck
Top to Bottom
Sky lounge: Hot tub, sun pads, Bar & grill, Day head
Bridge: Captain’s cabin w/ensuite, headhunter toilet, boat desk, Crane (3500Lbs)
Main deck: Salon w/Bar, dining table, day head, full galley, wine cooler, ELEVATOR going to all decks
Stern: dinning table, BBQ grill, fridge, ice maker and wet bar
Master Stateroom: Main deck, full beam, w/Sauna, jacuzzi tube, full shower, headhunter toilet, work desk
Guest Staterooms: Two: Queen size, w/ full ensuite, desk
Laundry
Two: Twin w/Pullmans, w/ full ensuites
Crew: crew mess, laundry,
Two: cabins w/ bunk beds, w/ full ensuites each
Hydraulic swim platform W/transformer
Diane M. Byrne
The build time and cost would depend on what equipment and decor you select for the project, since it’s a semi-custom yacht, though generally speaking you can anticipate construction taking a year and a half to two years, and the price being around $11 million.