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Showcased by Damen Yachting at the 2024 Monaco Yacht Show

A Trailblazer in Yacht Support

Originally delivered in 2017 as NEW FRONTIERS, the YS 5009 SHADOW is a 55.5-metre (182 ft) Yacht Support vessel that blends expedition capabilities with luxury guest accommodation. Designed by Damen Yachting, SHADOW was the first of its series to incorporate dedicated guest quarters, elevating the traditional role of a support yacht.

Built for adventure, versatility, and extended cruising, SHADOW is capable of operating alongside a mothership or as an independent explorer. She features a large deck area, high-performance crane, and additional accommodations for support staff or an expedition team.

SHADOW at a Glance

• Length: 55.5 metres / 182 ft
• Delivered: 2017
• Gross Tonnage: 499 GT
• Capacity: 6 guests, 6 crew + Captain
• Max Speed: 20 knots
• Range: 5,000 nautical miles @ 10 knots
• Interior Design: Damen Yachting
• Exterior Design: Damen Yachting
• Naval Architecture: Damen Yachting
• Beam: 9.25 metres (30 ft)
• Draught: 3.20 metres (full load)
• Construction: Steel hull with aluminium superstructure

Key Features

• Multi-role design suited for both exploration and support operations
• 190 sqm (2,045 sq ft) of main deck stowage space, including a helipad
• Nitrox scuba diving centre for underwater exploration
• Main deck saloon and sun deck with lounge and dining areas
• Fueling station with a 2,980-litre capacity, enabling SHADOW to refuel a mothership during extended voyages

Milestones

• Built on spec and launched in July 2017
• Debuted at the 2017 Monaco Yacht Show
• Sold in December 2017
• 11th hull in the Damen Yachting YS 5009 series

Designed for Unforgettable Experiences

Whether operating as a support vessel for a larger superyacht or as a standalone adventure platform, SHADOW is built for freedom, flexibility, and unforgettable journeys. From diving adventures in Truk Lagoon and Cocos Island to dual-location expeditions linked by helicopter, SHADOW delivers the ultimate exploration lifestyle.

SHADOW Reference Quotes

"Whether you prefer a mesmerizing weekend dive adventure to Truk Lagoon or Cocos Island, or want to enjoy two locations at once linked by helicopter, our Yacht Support range is all about unforgettable experiences and freedom."
— Rose Damen, Damen Yachting Managing Director

"You can’t put this vessel into one category or another—and that reflects exactly the wishes of our clients. They want their holiday to be about freedom and spontaneity."
— Rose Damen, Damen Yachting Managing Director