Italian yard Cantiere delle Marche (CDM) has delivered the third unit in its 44.3-metre Flexplorer 146 series, named Nasiba. She has departed the yard's Ancona facilities and is now cruising the coast of Montenegro, according to BOATPro.
Commissioned by a deeply health-conscious owner, she bears a closer resemblance to Maverick, the first in the series, than her other sistership Mat. The two four-deck yachts share an exterior profile by Sergio Cutolo and Hydro Tec, including an extended wheelhouse and a panoramic crow's nest. Winch Design has been selected for the interiors of this particular model, with the British studio collaborating with EcoNest Architects – specialists in health conscious and ecological building – to measure every material on board against sustainability metrics. The result is an "exceptionally high level" of indoor air quality, as well as a minimised environmental footprint.
"The delivery of Nasiba marks not only a technical and design achievement but also a deeply meaningful collaboration," said Vasco Buonpensiere, yard co-founder and CEO. "We are incredibly grateful to the owner for entrusting us with such a visionary brief, one that redefines the very principles of luxury through a lens of wellbeing and sustainability."
The onboard layout has been developed for a health focused, family-oriented lifestyle, with dedicated learning and play areas, wellness facilities and personalised spaces. Living areas are influenced by the Wabi Sabi design philosophy and "biophilic principles", incorporating earthy tones, organic textures and raw surfaces. Features such as living plant elements, tactile materials and soft lighting were chosen to support the body's natural circadian rhythms and contribute to a "restorative atmosphere".
Other custom touches include a green "living wall" made from preserved moss, an infra-red sauna, foredeck ice plunge pool and wooden flooring milled to incorporate a 3D wave pattern inspired by the sensation of walking barefoot across sand. The dining area also features a table and chairs crafted from 250-year-old wood, sourced from naturally fallen timber, while all carpets are 100 per cent wool and hand-loomed in Sardinia, Italy.
"Innovation and industry change are accelerated when briefs such as this are presented, by clients who would like to see the design task approached differently," said Jim Dixon, studio principal at Winch Design. "In this case, with a very conscious human-centred focus, a care for the environment, and a young family who require an adaptable ‘home’ as they explore the globe. Accepting that challenging design opportunity has ‘moved the dial’ of our studio philosophy".
"Nasiba's owners had a very specific and particular brief for their yacht, not just in terms of the capability, functionality and layout needed to take their family safely and comfortably on an around-the-world adventure, but also in the many unique technical and interior details incorporated to reflect their tastes," added William Yates of Seventy Blue, the broker that introduced and represented the owners. "This delivery marks the very successful culmination of all that hard work and collaboration, and of the owners’ daringly original and unique vision for their boat."
Accommodation is split across three decks with six cabins for guests and another six for crew. Three guest cabins are found on the main deck, comprised of two twins and a convertible large double cabin that can be transformed into a homeschooling room or studio as needed.
Nasiba has the forward-set superstructure typical of the Flexplorer 146 line, making way for a large utility deck, which carries a 10-metre custom tender, crew tender and two Jet Skis. These are launched and recovered by a four-tonne A-frame crane, with the area transforming into an open-air lounging, dining and entertainment space after the fact.
The explorer yacht is powered by twin Caterpillar C32 Acert engines, delivering a top speed of 14 knots and a range of 6,500 nautical miles when travelling at 10 knots.
This particular model also has an IMO Tier III-compliant selective catalytic reduction, allowing her to navigate in marine protected areas and sanctuaries such as the Galapagos. Two pairs of electro-driven stabilising fins offer comfortable cruising and improve seakeeping.
According to BOATPro, Cantiere delle Marche has 14 superyacht projects on order or actively under construction, the largest of which are three Flexplorer 165 models.
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