Turkish shipyard Alia Yachts has successfully launched the 55m/180.5ft luxury yacht AL WAAB II, the world’s longest steel and aluminium luxury yacht under 500 GT.
AL WAAB II yacht on water © Alia Yachts
She is the first superyacht to be launched with the new 2,000-tonne capacity ship lift at the Antalya Free Zone as part of its investment into yacht building infrastructure.
AL WAAB II leaving shed © Alia Yachts
The Owner of the motor yacht AL WAAB II wanted to use his yacht as a ‘home on the sea’ for his family, and this principle was the key influence on the entire design. The accommodation sleeps up to 12 guests across 6 en-suite cabins, including a spectacular split-level master suite on the upper deck. Guests onboard have an abundance of outdoor space to connect with the environment, and there is a spacious beach club.
Motor yacht AL WAAB II © Alia Yachts
Vripack provided the design and engineering for the build, which was completed in only two years despite the setbacks created by the pandemic.
aft decks © Alia Yachts
Following outfitting, M/Y AL WAAB II will complete her sea trials and then make her public debut in late September 2021.
