Feadship Launches Revolutionary 162-Foot Superyacht Amid Winter Wonderland

Feadship’s New 162-Foot Superyacht

Feadship, the renowned Dutch shipyard, has unveiled its latest creation: the 162-foot (49.5-meter) superyacht known as Project 717, previously referred to as Project Fun.^[1] This vessel, launched amid a snowy January day in 2026, combines innovative design elements to maximize space and efficiency, making it feel comparable to much larger megayachts despite its more compact size.^[2]^[3]

Design and Exterior

The exterior, crafted by Jan Schaffers of Studio De Voogt, emphasizes balanced lines that highlight length and volume without appearing stretched.^[1] Subtle tweaks like widened shoulders on the sun deck and fold-down bulwarks on the main deck aft create an open, beach-like atmosphere with uninterrupted sea views.^[2]^[1] These bulwarks expand the deck space dramatically, enhancing the sense of openness. The foredeck offers relaxed seating and sun pads, while large hull doors provide access to the tender garage for a 6.2-meter tender.^[4]^[1]

The sun deck stands out as exceptionally large for a yacht of this size, featuring a flybridge with a secondary helm station, forward seating, bar units including a barbecue, a 14-person dining area equipped with ceiling fans, and an aft lounging zone.^[3]^[4]^[1] Forward on the main deck, there’s a well-proportioned lounging and dining area flanked by large windows for privacy and connection to the outdoors.^[1]

Interior and Accommodations

Interiors, designed by Marty Lowe in collaboration with the owner and yard, accommodate up to 10 guests across five staterooms.^[3]^[1] The full-beam owner’s suite (29 feet wide) includes panoramic views, a private study, and a separate dressing area.^[3]^[1] An indoor dining space benefits from full-height windows, and the aft deck features a glass-fronted infinity Jacuzzi/hot tub nestled near another dining area.^[3]^[4]^[1]

Performance and Specifications

Project 717 is built for long-range cruising with a diesel-electric propulsion system from Feadship’s Advanced Electrical Drive program, utilizing thrusters for propulsion and steering to minimize drag, boost efficiency, and improve maneuverability and comfort.^[3]^[1] Key specs include:

Specification	Details
Length Overall	162 feet (49.5 meters)
Beam	29 feet 2 inches (8.9 meters)
Draft	7 feet 5 inches (2.25 meters)
Gross Tonnage	499 GT
Top Speed	15 knots
Range	Designed for long-range cruising (exact figure not specified)
Guests	10 in 5 staterooms
Flag	Cayman Islands

These details are drawn from various sources.^[3]^[4]^[1]

Launch and Ownership

Launched on January 8, 2026, from Feadship’s Aalsmeer facility, the yacht was sold in September 2025 through Feadship’s Resale division to a repeat client.^[5]^[1] It’s currently undergoing final outfitting and will head to the North Sea for sea trials, with delivery expected in spring 2026.^[5]^[1] This marks the fifth Feadship for the original commissioning owner, though it changed hands prior to completion.^[3]