Three Exceptional Yachts. Three Very Different Stories.
One of the pleasures of working in the yacht market is discovering that no two yachts appeal to the same owner.
Some buyers are looking for pedigree. Others want capability. Some simply want to experience life on the water before taking the plunge into ownership.
This week, three very different yachts caught my attention, each representing a distinct chapter of today’s luxury yachting market.
Classic pedigree. Reimagined.
PANACHE | 46m Feadship | €12.95 million
There are yacht builders, and then there is Feadship.
Few names command the same level of respect among experienced owners, and PANACHE is a fine example of why.
Originally launched in 1982, she has undergone an extensive transformation. A comprehensive engineering overhaul completed in 2020-21 was followed by a major cosmetic and interior refit through 2025-26, bringing the yacht into excellent condition while preserving the timeless elegance that made her so desirable in the first place.
With accommodation for eleven guests across six beautifully appointed cabins, generous exterior entertaining spaces and the flexibility to convert the onboard gym into a seventh guest cabin, PANACHE offers a compelling opportunity for buyers seeking proven pedigree without commissioning a new build.
Currently available for inspection in Cap-d’Ail until September.
The modern explorer.
Numarine 30XP | Immediate Delivery | €12.6 million
If PANACHE represents heritage, the Numarine 30XP represents the future of practical luxury.
Explorer yachts continue to dominate conversations throughout the industry, and for good reason. Owners increasingly want the freedom to travel further, stay longer and cruise more efficiently.
The 30XP delivers exactly that.
Offering accommodation for ten guests, a transatlantic-inspired range of approximately 3,500 nautical miles and remarkably low fuel consumption, this yacht has been engineered for serious cruising without compromising comfort.
Sea trial figures are particularly impressive, recording exceptionally quiet interiors alongside fuel consumption that many yachts of this size simply cannot match.
Features including a three-sided beach club, independent tender garage and expansive aft entertaining spaces make her equally suited to family cruising or extended Mediterranean adventures.
Available immediately from Istanbul, she presents a rare opportunity to enjoy the current Mediterranean season without the wait associated with a new build.
Not ready to buy? Charter first.
FIREFLY | 29m Mulder | Available August & September
Buying a yacht isn’t always the first step.
For many future owners, chartering provides the perfect opportunity to understand how they really use a yacht before making a significant investment.
FIREFLY offers exactly that experience.
Built by Mulder and beautifully designed by Vickers Design Studio, this elegant 29-metre yacht combines Dutch craftsmanship with relaxed Mediterranean living.
The enormous 85-square-metre flybridge, full-beam owner’s suite and impressive beach terrace create an atmosphere that feels considerably larger than her length suggests.
Whether exploring the dramatic coastline of Sicily, discovering the volcanic beauty of the Aeolian Islands or enjoying the crystal-clear waters surrounding Malta, FIREFLY is ideally positioned for late summer cruising.
Her recent Starlink upgrade, extensive collection of water toys and flexible outdoor entertaining spaces ensure every generation has something to enjoy.
Weekly charter rates begin at €65,000, with departures from Malta benefiting from a reduced VAT rate of just 12%.
The Lomond Perspective
The interesting thing about these three yachts isn’t simply their specifications.
It’s that each represents a different way of enjoying the yachting lifestyle.
PANACHE appeals to the owner who values heritage and craftsmanship.
The Numarine 30XP is designed for those who want capability, efficiency and modern exploration.
FIREFLY reminds us that sometimes the smartest first step isn’t ownership at all, but experiencing the lifestyle before deciding what truly suits your family and ambitions.
As always, buying the right yacht is rarely about choosing the biggest or the newest.
It’s about choosing the one that best fits the life you want to live.