On March 29th, Cantiere delle Marche marked a milestone in the construction of the 45-meter custom explorer yacht Project T at a keel laying ceremony. The owner, an experienced yachtsman, welded a small steel plate to the keel symbolizing the full start of production of his yacht and witnessing that the keel was ‘well and truly laid’. The owner decided to have his one-of-a-kind project built on his design and specifications by the Ancona-based shipyard after a thorough investigation. The contract was signed in the last quarter of 2021.
“We are really grateful to the owner and his family for this amazing opportunity. Project T will be – once again – a testament to CDM’s ability to fulfill its clients’ dreams,” says Vasco Buonpensiere, co-founder and sales & marketing director of CDM.
The striking lines of this 45-meter explorer yacht characterized by an elegant sheer line that connects an almost vertical bow to an inviting transom with an ample beach which was penned by Giorgio M. Cassetta. The naval architecture and engineering solutions provided by Sergio Cutolo/Hydro Tec, who will make the most out of Project T’s full displacement hull.
Large windows on both the main and upper deck provide a close connection with the exterior environment. Great attention has been dedicated to life en plein air with large al fresco lounging and dining areas, and wide side passages. The yacht will host eight guests in four large suites located on the lower deck. A full beam master suite with his and her bathrooms, dressing and adjoining lounging area is located on the main deck.
Project T will be powered by twin Man engines V12-1400, and will be able to reach a top speed of 14.5 knots. The explorer will have a range above 4000 nautical miles.
CdM's story begins in 2010. The facilities cover an overall surface of 16˙000 square meters, including 7˙000 sq. m of workshops and 1˙000 sq. m of docks. Since 2015, the shipyard has been the world’s leading builder of explorer yachts. Based in Ancona, Cantiere delle Marche builds yachts from 26m to 43m in length.
Credits: CdM