Turkish shipyard Bilgin Yachts has offered a first, closer look at the third and final unit from its Bilgin 263 series, Al Reem.
The secretive 80.1-metre motor yacht was delivered to her owners in July of this year and has spent a "highly successful" summer season cruising the Turkish coasts.
Previously known as Project Silence, Al Reem builds on the success of the first unit in the series, Tatiana, which made her global debut at the 2021 Monaco Yacht Show as the largest yacht ever built in Turkey. The second unit, Leona, was delivered in 2023 and won at the BOAT International Design & Innovation Awards for her outstanding exterior design. According to the yard, Al Reem represents the "most highly customised" of the line, and offers almost 100GT more volume – including 20 per cent more exterior decking.
All three hulls in the 263 series share a slender profile created by Unique Yacht Design with interiors by British studio H2 Yacht Design. Al Reem is said to embody her owner's strict philosophy of “less is more," with the yard noting her to "set a new benchmark for minimalist design, absolute tranquillity, and bespoke wellness on the water."
Although images remain private, inside, the superyacht is said to benefit from a light colour palette, characterised by tones of cream, white and beige, to create a "vast and open" atmosphere.
To eliminate visual barriers in the main saloon, the usual bar area has been removed and the entertainment systems hidden, allowing for views from the aft through to the custom waterfall which cascades into the foredeck jacuzzi. In place of a bar, the main staircase area has instead been dedicated to a bespoke art installation.
The superyacht has a foredeck crafted entirely from teak, alongside a superstructure designed in "a striking combination of metallic grey-white and black". She also benefits from a fresh new layout with larger living areas and a number of technical refinements, including a longer upper deck and an extra covered area at the stern.
The owner's deck, for example, is positioned on the main deck for more privacy and designed with 300-degree views and an outdoor terrace and Jacuzzi area. The remaining guest accommodation comprises two VIPs on the main deck and three guest cabins on the lower deck. An elevator connects all decks.
The beach club is also a highlight on board, featuring an opening "shell door" that serves as a private massage area, alongside a dedicated steam room and an integrated sauna in the gym. Another customised feature is the advanced sound insulation onboard and the stabiliser-equipped bed in the master suite.
On the technical side, Al Reem has a new ventilation system and an increased generator capacity. The yacht can cruise at a maximum speed of 19 knots, powered by a pair of 2,560 kW engines with an economical range of 6,000 nautical miles.
“To conclude the 263 trilogy with such a uniquely personalised vessel – one that has already garnered technical awards for its complexity and quality – is a testament to our shipyard’s capability to deliver the owner's most demanding visions for tranquillity and luxury," said Ismail Şengün, CEO of Bilgin Yachts.
According to BOATPro, Bilgin Yachts has 12 yachts on order or actively under construction. This includes eight units in its 52-metre Bilgin 170 series, with the first hull completing its technical launch in February 2024.
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