German Naval Yards has signed an agreement to complete the construction of the 114.1-metre Project ELF. Part of the European group CMN Naval, German Naval Yards is best known for its work on the iconic, 142.8-metre Sailing Yacht A.
"We have full confidence in [the yard's] expertise and their ability to realise our vision for Project ELF," said owner's representative Roger Friedrich. "Their technical mastery, dedication to detail and experience with large yacht projects make them the ideal partner for a vessel of this magnitude."
The project's exterior and interior design is owed to US design firm Píndaros, assisted by Champeau Wilde and Andy Waugh, while naval architecture has been completed by Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture.
Speaking exclusively to BOAT International, the owner said he anticipates taking the vessel to the Caribbean islands and the south of France, where crystal-clear waters and hidden coves "beckon to his adventurous spirit". The ability to spend time away from bustling cities and crowds, and to have a "retreat that feels like a true home" motivated him to build his own yacht, which is customised to his exact preferences.
Guest accommodation is across six en suite cabins, while a dedicated owner's deck features a spacious, 290-square-metre suite with access to a foredeck lounge and dining area. The main saloon is warm and bright, benefitting from a ceiling height of 5.9 metres, bay windows and a mezzanine level that offers access to the upper deck.
A design highlight is the 20-metre-long swimming pool, 13.2 metres of which can be hydraulically raised to extend the deck area and "provide a versatile space for leisure and entertainment". A multi-level spiral staircase, a helipad (with capacity for a H135 helicopter), an indoor and outdoor cinema, a spa, a gym, a hair and beauty salon and a bar complete the superyacht's extensive list of amenities.
Project ELF is expected to reach a maximum speed of 15 knots and a range of 5,000 nautical miles at 12 knots.