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Vanquish Yachts launches first 35m VQ115 Veloce

Vanquish Yachts has launched its flagship 35-metre VQ115 Veloce superyacht from its facility in the Netherlands. The high-performance motor yacht hit the water on 15 May, having been originally commissioned in October 2020 by a repeat client.

The combination of three MTU Rolls Royce 2,650hp engines and an efficient Petestep hull design from Studio Delta makes the VQ115 one of the fastest aluminium yachts on the water, delivering a top speed in excess of 40 knots. And at 35 metres in length, she will be the largest member of the Vanquish fleet when she is delivered to the Hamptons later this year. 

A sporty exterior features a slender hull and integrated flybridge courtesy of Guido de Groot . According to the shipyard, the VQ115 Veloce will "allow large groups of people to be entertained, enjoy extended stays on board and tap into a wide range of watersports."

Inside, the interior layout features a flexible main saloon with freestanding furniture that can be moved as required and accommodation for up to eight guests split between a master suite, VIP and guest cabin. There's a dedicated media room for quieter evenings spent on board which doubles as a fourth cabin thanks to two Pullman berths. Initial discussions with the owner began with a VQ90 concept which evolved to include an extra cabin, a dedicated dining area on the lower deck and two garages.

The interior design has been described by the shipyard as "futuristic" with a "casual groove". A marine blue is used throughout with teak floors that run from the aft deck through the interior.

The client wanted a yacht for entertaining large groups on board so its exterior decks are geared towards open social spaces. A large foredeck plays host to lounge and al fresco dining area with a saltwater Jacuzzi hidden beneath the sunbeds, while a flybridge features a second helm station and a spot for sunbathing.

Despite its hefty engines, the first VQ115 leaves plenty of space for a tender bay aft which will house a VQ16 with a hydraulic platform for easy launch and recovery. A second garage on the starboard side will house a VQ11 water scooter and double as a leisure area complete with a bait tank, paddleboards, SeaBobs and other toys.

Other features include a draft of 1.35 metres, which means the model is suitable for cruising in shallow waters, and two gyro stabilisers for comfort when cruising.

The 100GT yacht has a range of 500 nautical miles when running on two of its three engines, with an extra fuel tank for cruising at 15 knots and twin Seakeeper stabilisers to keep her steady underway. The VQ115 and one other VQ80 Sportfish model are both expected for delivery in June 2023. 

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This Speedy 55-Foot Dutch Cruiser Can Rocket Across the High Seas at a Blistering 80 MPH

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The new VQ55 Sports Line has two numbers you might like. The first is 3,000—as in total horsepower from its five Mercury Verado 600 V12 outboards. The second is 80, referring to its blistering 80 mph top end.

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With seats for up to 18, and big sun lounges from bow to stern, it’s aimed at the Miami/Saint-Tropez/Ibiza set who like to run fast and party hard. Like the VQ40, its hull is carbon-reinforced fiberglass, rather than Vanquish’s more traditional aluminum.

“The beauty of using composites for the Sports Line is that it creates a boat with exceptional strength, at a more competitive price,” Vanquish CEO Tom Steenjes told Robb Report during a tour of the day-yacht at FLIBS.   

How competitive? Steenjes says VQ55 Sports Line pricing starts are around $3.7 million for the five-outboard version, with a well-optioned example costing closer to $4.2 million.

Steenjes founded Vanquish in the Netherlands in 2012, and the brand has since built a loyal following for quality design, construction and performance. The yard also has one of the most diverse model lineups in either the US or Europe. Its 20-plus models range from an 11-foot jet ski to a 115-foot superyacht.

The secret to the VQ55 Sports Line’s searing speed, says Steenjes, is partly due to the stepped design of its hull, which adds lift and reduces friction. That, and those muscle-bound Mercury V12s hanging off the transom.

The wind-tunnel work also helped reduce the inevitable turbulence in the boat’s rear seating areas. At the touch of a button, “wind doors” attached to each side of the helm, power out into the side-deck walkways to deflect the blast.

The VQ55 also stands out for its deep, waist-high bulwarks that give a sense of safety while moving around the boat. Another nifty, unusual but smart feature: Small doors in the hull on each side of the helm make it easier to step on and off the dock. But after being closed for five seconds, they automatically lock.

Competitors have embraced fold-out platforms at the transom as standard equipment, but Vanquish has yet to join the beam-expansion club. Instead, the VQ55 goes overboard on seats and lounges. Up in the bow is a U-shaped sofa that converts to a sunpad, with a smaller forward-facing sofa opposite. At the stern, an oversize rear-facing sunpad can power upwards to reveal the tender garage. And under the glass-roofed hardtop is a large dining area with wrap-around sofas, hi-lo table, and a near full-beam galley.

The helm has four body-gripping bucket seats that wouldn’t look out of place in a Lamborghini supercar, with big 22-inch Garmin glass screens for navigation.

Steenjes says that moving his office to Fort Lauderdale seven years ago helped him understand the needs of U.S. buyers. Besides the big outboards—a South Florida trademark—other giveaways are cooling misters in the cockpit, air conditioning for the helm, oversize fridges and ice makers and—count them—46 cupholders.

For overnight stays, the Vanquish has a surprisingly roomy cabin, with a double bed at the bow, two singles in a separate (restricted-headroom) cabin, a small galley, and a roomy bathroom with shower.

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