From the very starting, SilverLining was destined to be a world explorer. The temporary from her first proprietor was to construct a superyacht that could possibly be utilized by him and his household to circumnavigate the world on a multi-year expedition, along with his kids being home-schooled whereas on board.
Designed by Sparkman & Stephens in collaboration with the proprietor, the consequence was a 31.6m, 120GT aluminium crusing yacht, constructed on the Phithak shipyard in Thailand, constructed to ABS class and launched in 2011. Her dealer describes the format of the S&S 104’ RS (Raised Saloon) as “tailor-made to tropical cruising”.
The lined cockpit has two spacious helm stations, every with an enormous but fashionable steering wheel. Ahead of the port wheel is an alfresco eating space illuminated from above by 4 rectangular skylights within the hardtop.
SilverLining’s interiors, designed by Chris Lenz, are completed in classic-style wooden panelling and supply mild, cooled entertaining areas. Entered through giant sliding doorways, the inside begins with a high-tech, semi-cocooned helm ‘pod’ reverse a eating desk organized lengthways.
Six steps down results in the lounge, the place a pair of engaging, curved picket chairs face a espresso desk, stools and an L-shaped couch. Aft of the lounge are the 4 visitor cabins, which embrace an ensuite VIP going through a double cabin with sliding-door entry to a room with bunk beds.
On the finish of the foyer is the full-beam master bedroom, the place there’s a window-facing desk and a showpiece lavatory with a bespoke, hand-crafted picket bathtub. The crew space is ahead of the decrease lounge and consists of the galley, crew eating, laundry space, captain’s cabin and two twin cabins.
BUILT FOR THE LONG HAUL
Nevertheless, it’s SilverLining’s efficiency at sea that makes the superyacht stand out from the gang – and what attracted her second and present proprietor to buy the superyacht in 2018. “SilverLining is a exceptional vessel with a bunch of subtle techniques and a formidable format,” he describes.
“Through the first go to, the width and excessive freeboard of SilverLining have been instantly hanging,” he remembers, including that these particulars collectively together with her weight “have been useful in sustaining consolation and stability by means of the waves”.
On a technical degree, the proprietor notes that the carbon mast and increase by Italy’s Maxspar, together with Hundeberg steering and Harken crusing techniques powered by hydraulics “contribute to her distinctive efficiency”.
Regardless of not having a spinnaker or gennaker on board, SilverLining can attain speeds of 11.5 knots underneath sail, although her proprietor attests that “she has not been pushed to her absolute limits but”.
He particulars that SilverLining has cruised comfortably in windspeeds of as much as 35 knots and in waves of as much as 4m. “At no level did the crew and company really feel endangered by wind or sea state, even throughout the quite a few squalls typical of Southeast Asia”.
When situations usually are not appropriate for crusing, SilverLining can depend on her 480hp Caterpillar engine and huge gas capability of 10,000 litres to assist her attain far-flung locations.
“SilverLining’s efficiency underneath each sail and energy has confirmed to be dependable and environment friendly, making her well-suited for vacation spot cruising,” her proprietor declares.
EXPLORER’S SPIRIT
Following within the spirit of the unique proprietor’s intentions, the second proprietor of SilverLining purchased her to sail extensively throughout tropical locations. All through his possession, he and his household lined 16,500nm, spending as a lot as 10 months on board annually.
So far, SilverLining has a formidable 50,000nm of cruising underneath her belt, a lot of which has taken place in Asia-Pacific’s heat waters.
Earlier than placing her up on the market, her present proprietor extensively sailed SilverLining throughout the area, exploring Indonesia in depth with visits to Bali, Lombok, Komodo, Flores, the Anambas Islands, the Riau Archipelago and even West Papua.
Different adventurous locations on the SilverLining itinerary included Thailand, Malaysian Borneo, in addition to Palawan and its surrounding islands within the Philippines.
A big storage with a fold-out platform and a fleet of water toys – together with a 16ft Williams diesel-jet tender, dive gear, kayaks, paddleboards and sport fishing gear – additionally contributed to the creation of memorable experiences for the proprietor and his household.
Recalling his years spent on the superyacht, the proprietor states: “Life aboard SilverLining is stuffed with unforgettable moments and cherished routines”.
He particularly pinpoints watching sunrises and sunsets from the deck as standout recollections from his time aboard. And when not being loved by her proprietor, SilverLining was additionally a profitable constitution yacht within the area.
TIP-TOP CONDITION
The proprietor provides that “SilverLining is in prime form”, following a serious refit throughout 2022 and 2023. The undertaking featured upgrades made to the navigation and communication techniques, alongside an entire rigging substitute and full engine overhaul.
Interiors have been additionally refreshed throughout the refit, with the set up of a Starlink Wi-Fi system all through the yacht, the substitute of all cabin TVs, and new home equipment added within the galley. To make sure further security throughout lengthy stretches at sea, a full MCA Class A medical equipment (MSN 1905 compliant) was additionally introduced on board.
Her eco-conscious proprietor additional enhanced the yacht by putting in custom-made photo voltaic panels on the roof, offering a sustainable energy provide for SilverLining’s home, navigation and emergency wants.
“All these upgrades have added at the least €1 million to the funding, considerably bettering SilverLining’sworth, security, efficiency and luxury, making her a standout vessel,” he states.
After a few years of exploring Asian waters, her present proprietor is now able to spend extra time along with his prolonged household again on shore.
He’s trying to find a brand new custodian who will proceed to make use of SilverLining to her full potential, as a yacht that “affords a novel alternative to discover the world, expertise the fantastic thing about the ocean, and discover peace and reflection within the course of”.
Though Southeast Asia could also be acquainted territory, her proprietor confirms that SilverLining has the potential to go even additional afield. He notes that her hull and topside possess the mandatory “sturdiness and power” for extra tasking voyages to places corresponding to Alaska and Antarctica.
SilverLining is listed on the market with Fraser, with an asking worth of US$3.5 million. She is presently stationed in Phuket, with plans for one final exploration to Raja Ampat Marine Nationwide Park, till she meets her new proprietor.
“The perfect proprietor for SilverLining can be somebody who appreciates the vessel’s subtle techniques, formidable format, and the in depth upgrades and customisations which have been made,” the proprietor states.
“This individual would possible worth the consolation, efficiency and security options that SilverLining affords, and have a ardour for cruising and exploring lovely locations. I belief that the subsequent proprietor will discover as a lot pleasure and fulfilment in SilverLining as I’ve.”
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