What Happens When a 111m Yacht Is Built Not for Prestige, But for Purpose?

A new era of yachting has dawned with the launch of Leviathan, the latest masterpiece from Oceanco. At 111m, this isn’t just another vessel; it is a profound declaration that true luxury is a collaboration of human purpose and exquisite design. Christened project Y722, Leviathan was born from a singular vision: to create a yacht that elevates life at sea, not just for guests, but for the very people who bring it to life.

The traditional yachting industry is often defined by spectacle, but Leviathan represents a shift towards meaningful innovation. Its entire philosophy is human-centric, a fact solidified by the active involvement of crew members from the project’s inception. This collaboration, which included the owner, their technical representatives YTMC, and Y.CO, has sculpted a vessel where every detail serves a higher purpose. Instead of traditional, high-maintenance materials, the yacht embraces elegant, durable alternatives like honed stone, natural wool carpets, and composite capping rails. The result is not a compromise, but a redirection of effort—allowing the crew to focus on crafting richer guest experiences or supporting onboard scientific work.

The soul of Leviathan is its profound sense of synergy. Exterior lines, conceived by Oceanco, meet interiors by Mark Berryman Design, while naval architecture is a partnership between Oceanco and Lateral Naval Architects. It is a fusion of strength and sanctuary, where the sharp exterior lines encapsulate an interior designed for profound comfort. In a poignant tribute to this collective spirit, a glass panel on the main staircase is engraved with the names of over 2,000 individuals who contributed to its creation—a permanent, shining testament to the fact that Leviathan was built by people, for people.

As Leviathan prepares for her sea trials, she stands as a beacon of forward-thinking design. Oceanco’s Project Director, Deniz de Koningh, rightly notes that this yacht “represents a new philosophy of yachting”. She is not just a high-performance vessel but “a working ecosystem, designed to support everything from world-class hospitality to scientific research,” adds Charlie Birkett, CEO of Y.CO.

With a length of 111m and a beam of 17.8m, Leviathan is poised to influence the industry for generations to come. She is a breathtaking blend of form and function, proving that the most luxurious vessels are not those built with convention, but with deep and profound intent.