For those immersed in the world of superyachts, the process of a shipyard turning a hull is a familiar sight. Some shipyards opt to begin construction with the hull positioned upside down to facilitate tasks like welding. Once the initial phase is completed, the hull is carefully maneuvered out of the construction shed, flipped over using cranes, and then returned to its original position inside for the construction to progress further.
Despite the seeming ease with which many shipyards execute this operation nowadays, turning the hull of a massive sailing yacht presents its own set of challenges. This was precisely the case when Royal Huisman, based in the Netherlands, undertook the task of turning the hull of Project 410, a 280-foot vessel.
Upon its launch, Project 410 is anticipated to claim the title of the world's largest single-masted yacht. The successful rotation of such a colossal hull in a single attempt is a remarkable feat achieved by the builder.
Following the completion of the turning process, Royal Huisman reported, “In a seamless maneuver, four cranes lifted and turned this masterpiece midair over the adjacent canal. The upright hull will be placed on a cradle and moved back into Hall 2, her home until completion.” With this pivotal step accomplished, the team is now set to focus on the development of onboard systems, outfitting, and other essential tasks.
What adds another layer of complexity to this already impressive hull section is the absence of the bow, which is currently under construction separately. The subsequent phase will involve attaching the bow to the hull. Concurrently, sister company Rondal is dedicated to crafting the carbon boom, mast, and integrated sailing system.
Jan Timmerman, the CEO of Royal Huisman, emphasizes the significance of large sailing yachts over their motorized counterparts. He points out that Royal Huisman is engaged in the construction of four of the world's ten largest sailing yachts, including notable vessels like Athena, Sea Eagle, and Project 410 '85m New World Sloop'.
Project 410, a 280-foot yacht under construction at the Royal Huisman shipyard, stands as a monumental structure that towers over both individuals and machinery on-site. The construction hall had to be expanded to accommodate the aluminum hull construction in Vollenhove, the Netherlands. Frers Design is tasked with the naval architecture of this ambitious project.
Unlike most yachts that feature a single belowdecks accommodations level, Project 410 is being uniquely crafted with two. The project has been shrouded in secrecy, with Wetzels Brown entrusted with the interior design. The yacht's engineering is being handled by Royal Huisman's in-house team. The revelation of this exceptional project took place during the 2022 St. Barths Bucket Regatta, following which details have been closely guarded by the shipyard.
The turning of the hull marked a significant event in the project's timeline, allowing glimpses of the intricate interior with two accommodations levels below the waterline. The hull was carefully brought out into daylight for the rotation to take place, capturing the attention of onlookers. Once the turning was successfully completed, the hull was returned to the construction hall, where it is expected to remain veiled in secrecy until its eventual launch.
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