Yacht Support 53 Product Overview
The Yacht Support 53 (YS 53) is designed for modern yacht owners seeking cutting-edge solutions for high-end operations and global adventures. Developed by Damen Yachting, it benefits from nearly two decades of experience in Yacht Support innovation.
With two units already sold and under construction, the third YS 53 is currently in build and available. This 53-metre model joins the larger Yacht Support 65 and Yacht Support 75, with the latter delivered as a custom project in 2022. Yacht Supports are highly sought after for their ability to enhance fleet capacity, provide mission-focused platforms, and support activities such as diving, research, and exploration.
Yacht Support 53 at a Glance
- Length: 53.25 metres (175 ft)
- Gross Tonnage: 499 GT
- Delivery of First Unit: 2024
- Capacity: 6-16 guests + staff, 10 crew + Captain
- Exterior Design: Damen Yachting
- Interior Design: Damen Yachting
- Naval Architecture: Damen Yachting
Specifications & Performance
- Beam: 9.2 metres (30 ft)
- Draught (Full Load): 3.60 metres (11.8 ft)
- Maximum Speed: 19 knots
- Range: 5,000 nautical miles @ 12 knots
- Deck Crane: 15-tonne capacity (33,000 lbs)
- Engines: Two main engines
- Environmental Compliance: Fully IMO Tier III compliant, reducing harmful emissions by up to 70%
Milestones
- February 2022: Keel laid for first unit
- May 2023: First unit launched
- May 2024: First unit delivered
- March 2024: Second unit launched
Key Features
- Unmatched Storage Space
- Heli-Ready Capabilities
- Three Configuration Options:
- Standard
- Helipad
- Dive
- Interior Design Concept: Damen Yachting’s in-house studio
Reference Quotes
"This is one of the most exciting projects we have worked on. Not only is this the first of our new YS 53 range, but it’s also the first Yacht Support built exclusively for a sport fishing fleet and programme. The Owner of the first unit has an inspiring vision and mission for this all-new Yacht Support."
— Jan van Hogerwou, Damen Yachting Commercial Executive
"This next-generation Yacht Support platform is well thought out and engineered, making it perfect for the ambitious global plans of FIVE OCEANS. All our requests, even the most elaborate, were seamlessly integrated into the final design."
— Rob Dolling, Founder & CEO at VERPEKA DOLLING Superyachts
"We are proud to launch this special 53-metre Yacht Support today. Seeing her out in the open and ready for the final build stages before delivery is the start of something truly exciting."
— Jan van Hogerwou, Commercial Executive at Damen Yachting
"Yacht Support has been key to everything we do—from hurricane relief to treasure hunting and island building."
— Carl Allen, Owner YS 5009 AXIS
"The changes made to the YS 53 interior elevate the Yacht Support platform. The vessel’s flexibility in use and purpose is now more interesting than ever."
— Enrique Tintore
17 July 2024FOURTH PERSHING GTX116 LAUNCHED: A MASTERPIECE OF ELEGANCE AND SPORTY CHARACTER
