This morning, April 22nd, the first unit of the Swan 88 with hybrid electric propulsion was launched at the Boatbuilding Technology Centre, the House of Swan, in Pietarsaari, Finland. The Swan 88, fully developed to offer a hybrid electric propulsion option in partnership with Torqeedo, continues the collaboration with German Frers for Naval Architecture, Misa Poggi for Interior Design, and Lucio Micheletti, Micheletti + Partners, for the exterior styling.
The innovative coachroof design is inspired by the wind, with dynamic lines and a transom leading to the ‘Beach Club’ swim platform. The Swan 88 features solutions for space, functional quality, and comfort, both indoors and outdoors. Natural light floods the interiors through the ‘atrium’ companionway and the coachroof and hull windows.
Designed to offer owners a cost-effective chartering option, the Swan 88 adheres to the 24-meter load line length rule for compliance with light MCA charter regulations. This performance maxi design aims to minimize management costs and simplify the charter certification process.
The yacht's appendages include a moderate draught fin T-keel of 4 meters and twin rudders, providing reduced draught, added safety, and excellent balance while sailing. The hull and deck are constructed from full carbon fiber epoxy using Sprint® lamination technology and the yard’s advanced carbon mould technology.
Giovanni Pomati, Nautor Group CEO, remarked, "The Swan 88 marks an important milestone for the shipyard's production. It's the first hybrid propulsion yacht, a result of constant collaboration with Torqeedo, contributing to the development of similar features across our range. This new model, with a second unit to be launched soon, embodies Swan's essence, recognizable worldwide for 58 years, and we are very proud of it."
The Swan 88 will make its worldwide debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival from September 10-15 and the Monaco Yacht Show from September 25-28.
