Grand Explorer Up to 90 m

The ultimate explorer yacht

Bigger, stronger, further… OCEA Yachts presents an astonishing 72-metre superyacht. To explore further in optimum conditions of comfort and safety.

In addition to building yachts, OCEA is a specialist in the construction of aluminium workboats, transport boats and maritime surveillance vessels. The OCEA design office developed the Grand Explorer based on the design of a patrol vessel. These boats must be fast, seaworthy in any weather, and comfortable for long missions. They also need to be stable for easy deployment of their resources: tenders, helicopter, etc. These qualities are very similar to those expected of a yacht.

Marine qualities

The platform of the OCEA OPV 230 patrol vessel has therefore been retained with part of its subdivisioning, while the interior layout, traffic and vertical flows have been adapted. The Grand Explorer features the same marine qualities as the OPV at the origin of its design. It also benefits from all the calculations, tests, simulations and measurements already carried out on the OPV range and incorporates OCEA’s patented Arch Bows structural tanks, which reinforce the structure from the top and make it possible to integrate large openings.

Atypical silhouette

Philippe Briand’s London firm Vitruvius Yachts worked on the project’s design. The architect has managed to create a slick design with all the initial features of the platform. He has retained the silhouette of the patrol vessel, in particular the high Mission Bay on the side, which has been transformed into a glazed area on the yacht, as well as the atypical wheelhouse with its 360° visibility. The architect has also opted for a very private atmosphere, with a totally enclosed stern that is very pleasant in port, but which tilts completely to create an aft platform flush with the water, giving access to the lazaretto.

Up to 84 metres

As for the patrol vessel, the OCEA Grand Explorer can be powered by conventional, electric or hybrid propulsion systems, and is available in lengths from 58 to 84 metres. Save on design time: the design office already has a lot of information meaning we can move quickly!