Nordhavn Trawler Yachts has just announced its latest motor yacht, the Nordhavn 112. The 34-metre motor yacht has been designed in-house under the leadership of Chief of Design Jeff Leishman. The Nordhavn Yachts is currently searching for a build facility, ideally within a European yard that specialises in steel construction.
The idea for this boat came when Leishman recognised a gaping difference between the Nordhavn 120 and its sistership closest in size, the Nordhavn 96, after the two models were docked alongside one another. “It was evident that we needed something in between,” he said.
The Nordhavn 120, the first of which is My Aurora launched in 2013, offers owners a huge amount of autonomy, but can be intimidating for owners who have previously owned the Nordhavn 96 but are looking to go up in size. The yacht is also an interesting option for owners of larger boats who are looking to go down in size; “I think this design would be a perfect fit for anyone who has owned a large yacht with lots of crew and is looking to simplify things,” Leishman
The yacht sits below the 400 GT mark and will need only a small crew of sixto operate. Like most Nordhavns, it will be a full displacement hull with the capacity to carry enough fuel for transoceanic voyages. Leishman said he focused on creating outside areas for lounging and mimicked balcony-esque deck spaces found on larger megayachts, by way of incorporating folding bulwarks.
There are also plans for a large spa tub on the flybridge and a grand lounging area forward of the pilothouse. On the aft deck behind the pilot house will be room to carry up to a 7-metre tender plus a small inflatable and jet skis. She’ll also be fitted with a gym and beach-style swim step.
The current design has been configured with four guest staterooms with a large owner’s suite and accommodation for up to 10 guests. The Nordhavn 112 will be built out of steel, however the superstructure could possibly be constructed of aluminium or even FRP. “Building the super structure of FRP is a bit easier since so much of the areas are simple, flat, plain surfaces so the amount of fairing is less and it goes very quickly,” he said.
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