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Boat of the Week: This Bonkers 288-Foot Superyacht Has a 3-Story Glass Elevator That Would Make Willy Wonka Jealous

With more than 40 leathers, marbles and wood species, the elaborate interior on this 288-footer proves it was worth the wait., julia zaltzman, julia zaltzman's most recent stories.

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Other key features include a 2.8-tonne-capable helipad on the foredeck, side-opening tender garages, a professional DJ setup and an office/conference room with separate secretary facilities.

Armed with preliminary designs, the owner set about finding a builder. A combination of busy shipyards, long lead times and exorbitant prices saw the owner turn to Marco Chilena, an outpost of Seattle-based builder Marco Marine, with facilities in Chile’s Atacama Desert. “The yard specialized in commercial fishing vessels and hadn’t built a single yacht, but they were starting a 236-foot yacht project for a top Italian owner and quoted highly competitive prices,” says Freivokh.

Seizing the opportunity, the owner instructed Freivokh to complete designs for a total of three projects, sized at 236 feet, 256 feet and 328 feet. His aim was to repeat the success he’d had spearheading the build of five Benettis with a group of owners. Marco Chilena commenced work on two of the yachts, building the hull and part of the aluminum superstructure on the 236-footer and laying the keel for the 256-footer, before the yard had serious financial troubles. All work stopped, and the 236-foot hull was placed on a platform and towed thousands of miles along the West coast to Delta Marine in Seattle, where it sat untouched for the next seven years. Delta’s fee to correct and finish the build exceeded the original quote by $58 million. Incidentally, the other owner, who had started a new yacht in the Chilean shipyard, also had it towed away, first heading to New Zealand before being finished at a shipyard in Turkey. Now named Victorious , it made its world debut at Monaco alongside Project X .

With Project X temporarily shelved, the owner completed Meamina , a 195-foot Benetti that he used to cruise during the summers and winters, before Jonathan Beckett, CEO of Burgess Yachts, reignited his interest by recommending Greek shipyard Golden Yachts. It proved a good fit, and Project X ’s hull was sent across the Atlantic where it underwent a 28-month completion program.

More than 40 types of leather, woods, marbles and onyxes are featured on board, including leather ceilings, silk carpets, walls dressed in Amazonian fish skin and floor tiles made from black Sahara noir marble with gold and white veining. The bar on the upper deck has undulating cladding made from glass bottles filled with a whisky-colored liquid, for which Massari designed rubber-coated spring supports to keep the bottles sea-fastened. In the formal dining area, a 13-foot-long wine cellar inspired by a bank vault delivers ‘wow’ factor.

A key area is the beach club, an original part of the design that largely benefited from the decision to move the gym to the sun deck, leaving the beach club entirely devoted to relaxation. It includes two saunas, a massage/beauty room, a large sofa that rotates to face out to sea, and the attention-grabbing pool.

“The glass-sided pool allows the adults to keep an eye on the children as they are playing and brings additional light into the beach club, both of which were important elements for the owner,” Captain David Cherington told Robb Report . Though accessed from the main deck aft, the glass-encased bottom of the pool sits suspended in the center of the beach club, clad in silver Xs.

The ‘X’ symbol features prominently throughout the yacht, from the atrium to the stern area to the monogrammed cushions and even the yacht’s name. While Project X sounds cool, it was conceived by Freivokh to compensate for structural inconsistencies during the initial build.

The full-beam 1,400-square-foot owner’s suite, located aft of the bridge and atrium, enjoys 180-degree views and its own exterior deck, with a dining room and spa pool. Even when maintaining a commercially active lifestyle onboard, the yacht suits the needs of the owner’s family as well as proving a popular charter yacht. But, alas, it would seem the owner’s mind is always on the next project. Project X is available for sale “at the right price,” says Freivokh.

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CABINS: 9 | GUESTS: 12 | CREW: 28

Welcome to the world of superyacht PROJECT X yacht. Combining the very latest in design, technology and style with the highest standards in quality, service and entertainment, this brand new yacht has been built to turn heads. 

Project X megayacht is the latest masterpiece to emerge from Golden Yachts and Ken Freivokh with a design carefully and meticulously penned by Massari Design studio with significant input from her owner. 

An interior flooded with natural light, redefines the connection with your surroundings and nowhere is this better expressed than in her uniquely impressive glass elevator and atrium. Other alluring features include a large private owner's deck with jacuzzi and sun lounging terrace and sensational views through full-height windows in the master suite and lounges. The main deck is home to a large pool on the aft deck with vast sun bathing facilities and bar. Project X yacht accommodates up to 12 guests in nine guest cabins, each with their own colour scheme. Additionally, guests can enjoy the impressive full beam office/ conference room with separate PA/ secretary facilities on upper deck forward with panoramic views, unique enclosed gym on sun deck with day room and direct access to large jacuzzi area and sun pads. 

Steps lead down to a large and welcoming beach club with sauna, hammam and massage/beauty room. It also features a seating area, a bar and TV entertainment area. 

Guests on board PROJECT X yacht also enjoy exclusive use of the 10m Onda Limousine tender and the impressive 9m Pedrazzini Vivalle classic tender.

Project X superyacht is vailable for  yacht charters in West Mediterranean .

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SPECIFICATIONS

Length: 88.00 metres (288' 9")

Beam: 14.80 metres (48' 7")

Draft: 4.5 metres (14' 9")

Number of Guests: 12

Number of Crew: 28

Built: 2022

Builder: Golden Yachts

Naval Architect: Ken Freivokh

Flag: Maltese

Hull Construction: Steel

Hull Configuration: Displacement

Air conditioning, Approved RYA water sports centre, Deck Jacuzzi, Elevator/lift, Gym/exercise equipment, Helipad, Stabilisers at anchor, Stabilisers underway, Wheelchair accessibility, WiFi connection on board

ACCOMMODATION

Number of Cabins: 9

Cabin Configuration: 7 Double, 2 Twin, 1 Convertible

Bed Configuration: 1 Pullman, 2 King, 5 Queen, 4 Single

Main Engines: 2 X Caterpillar 3516 Rated at 1846 kW (2510 bhp) Each / Whit diesel particle filters Generators: 3 X Caterpillar C18 Rated at 350 kW (476 bhp) / Whit diesel particle filters Emergency Generator: 1 X Caterpillar C9 Rated at 150 kW (204 bhp)

Cruising Speed: 12.5 knots

Fuel Consumption: 360 Litres/Hr

TENDERS & WATER SPORTS

Tenders + Toys

10m Onda limousine tender, 9m Pedrazzini Vivalle classic, 2 x 6.3 Whitmarsh ribs, 2 x Sea-Doo GTX, 2 x Sea-Doo wake pro, 3 x SeaBob, flight board, floating docking station, inflatable water toys, 3 x Trek race bikes, 3 x Trek mountain bikes, 2 x Ducati e-mountain bikes, golf driving range, waterskis, wakeboards, snorkelling gear, 3 x ocean kayak, 2 x transparent kayak (2 person), 2 x stand up paddleboards, swimming toys for kids

✔ Unique triple-height atrium and glass elevator ✔ Stunning interior by Massari Design Studio ✔ Fantastic wellness facilities including a dedicated spa and impressive gym ✔ Touch and go helipad and beach club

✔ Four tenders including two exquisite limousine tenders by Ondaand Pedrazzini ✔ Large pool on the main deck aft and two jacuzzis

✔ Large office including a meeting room and separate office for a P.A. ✔ Energy efficient to comply with LY3 tier 2, no single use plastics and all refuse, where possible recycled

UPON REQUEST

Yacht provisioning Helicopter/airplane charter  Concierge services Private chef Luxury cars & transfers

2022   Golden Yachts    289ft  /  88m

PROJECT X Yacht Charter

PROJECT X is actively available for charter.

The luxury motor yacht PROJECT X, previously named Z, was built by Golden Yachts and delivered to her owner in 2022.

The exterior of PROJECT X is designed by Ken Freivokh.

The 289ft / 88m PROJECT X has been constructed with a steel hull and is powered by 2 x Caterpillar 4,972 HP with a cruising speed of 13 knots and a top speed of 16 knots.

Charter guest accommodation

PROJECT X has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 14 charter guests in 7 suites.

The guest cabins comprise a primary suite with a king size bed and en-suite bathroom facilities and 6 cabins with a double bed and en-suite bathroom facilities.

Your luxury charter crew

Your luxury charter on board motor yacht PROJECT X will be managed by the crew of 24 including the captain.

The crew will ensure you have a relaxed and enjoyable charter experience with all of your needs catered for while on board.

The 24 crew have their own separate crew quarters allowing guests to enjoy increased levels of privacy.

Amenities & Entertainment

Amenities on board for the charter guests include Air Conditioning, Beach club, Bicycles, Elevator, Exercise equipment, Gym, Helipad, Jacuzzi in primary cabin, Jacuzzi on deck, Sauna, Spa, Sun pads, Sun loungers, Swim platform and Swimming pool.

An extensive list of further amenities and water toys can be seen under the features and amenities section.

Yacht charter destinations

PROJECT X is Currently cruising in the West Mediterranean.

Sample itineraries for the cruising destinations can be supplied by your professional charter broker allowing you to plan your luxury yacht charter vacation in detail.

• Balearic Islands
• Corsica & Sardinia
• Sicily & Aeolian Islands
• Amalfi Coast
• French Riviera
• South of France
• North Africa
• Air Conditioning
• Exercise equipment
• Jacuzzi in master cabin
• Jacuzzi on deck
• Sun loungers
• Swim platform
• Swimming pool
• Inflatable Watertoys
• Inflatable floating island
• Jet Skis (standup)
• Paddleboards
• Water skis - adult
• Snorkeling Gear
• 1x 10m Onda limousine tender
• 1x 9m Pedrazzini Vivalle classic
• 2 x 6.3 Whitmarsh RIBS

Destinations

Frequently Asked Questions

How much to charter project x.

PROJECT X has a weekly charter price starting at €1,200,000 and an estimated daily charter price of €200,000.

How many guests on board PROJECT X?

PROJECT X can accommodate 14 sleeping guests on board in 7 cabins.

Where is PROJECT X currently located?

PROJECT X was last seen in Greece.

Legal Disclaimer

Motor Yacht PROJECT X is displayed on this page for informational purposes and may not necessarily be available for charter. The yacht details are displayed in good faith and whilst believed to be correct are not guaranteed, please check with your charter broker. Charter Index does not warrant or assume any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information or images displayed as they may not be current. All yacht details and charter pricing are subject to change without prior notice and are without warranty.

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