Turkish shipyard Alia Yachts has released new images of its latest 43-metre project, Ximena, ahead of her world debut at the Palm Beach International Boat Show 2026 this month.
The full-custom yacht touched the water for the first time at the yard's Antalya facilities in October last year, and is currently listed for sale with Felix Sowerbutts and Will Christie of Christie Yachts.
“Presenting Ximena at Palm Beach is a proud moment for our entire team,” said Gökhan Çelik, president of Alia Yachts. “She embodies our approach to true full-custom building, performance-driven, architecturally distinctive and meticulously tailored to her owner’s vision. We look forward to welcoming guests on board for her global premiere."
The raised pilothouse model is the first of a new series featuring a streamlined, "aggressive" profile by long-term design partners Omega Architects. Alia Yachts previously collaborated with the Dutch design studio on a 30-metre displacement motor yacht built for the owner of the shipyard in 2013.
Originally sold to a client based in Miami, Ximena borrows inspiration from the relaxed, open-air lifestyle associated with Florida and the neighbouring Caribbean for a focus on al fresco living. Ample lounging and sunbathing areas stretch across the yacht’s two-and-a-half decks, situated on the aft deck, foredeck and sundeck. Adding to the yacht’s onboard entertainment, the pilothouse also features a jacuzzi and bar area.
Hailing from a pair of Ukrainian designers with a studio in Miami, the yacht’s interiors have been completed by industry newcomers Yodezeen. Sliding glass doors on both sides of the main saloon allow for a fresh sea breeze to pass through the vessel while inviting guests to move freely throughout the outdoor and indoor spaces.
Accommodation comprises a master stateroom with a walk-in wardrobe on the main deck forward and four guest suites on the lower deck. Also on the lower deck is room for seven crew, as well as a gym and side-loading tender garage.
For the naval architecture, Alia Yachts returned to Van Oossanen – another of the yard's established design partners – to create a Fast Displacement Hull Form (FDHF) to pair with the yacht's low draught.
"The distinguishing features of this hull form – such as fine entry, shallow transom and the spray rail in the bow – lead to fuel-efficient cruising, outstanding top-end performance and relatively low engine power," explained studio principal, Perry van Oossanen, at the yacht's unveiling last year.
Powered by twin MTU TIER III 16V 2000 M96L engines, Ximena has a top speed in excess of 22.6 knots and a range of 3,200 nautical miles while cruising at 12 knots.
According to BOATPro, Alia Yachts currently has five vessels in build, including the 60-metre Serenity.
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