Philippe Briand’s revolutionary SY200 is a sailing yacht discharging zero emissions

  Unlike the growing number of sailing superyachts that are effectively motor yachts with sails, requiring engines to assist in propelling them through the water, the SY 200 is an authentic sailing yacht in all aspects. Being fully wind propelled, the SY200 would be a true leader in the new wave of “green” superyachts; SY … Read more

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