On May 7, 2019, Italian yacht builder Tankoa Yachts has launched its 50-metre S502 Hybrid superyacht Binta D'Or, previously known as S502 Elettra. Designed by Florence-based Francesco Paszkowski, the model resembles a style of her sister-ship, the first 50-metre yacht “Vertige” delivered in 2017.
Binta D'Or, as well as her predecessor Vertige, features the galley laid on the main deck instead of the lower deck and touch-and-go helipad on the foredeck. Unlike Vertige that has six cabins on-board, Binta D'Or offers accommodation to 10 guests within a five-cabin layout, with the master suite with fold-down balconies on both sides.
The interiors of the fully-aluminium vessel were developed by Francesco Paszkowski in collaboration with Magherita Casprini, featuring light, modern tones and prevalence of natural materials.
On the main deck, the cockpit comes with a spacious sunbed, U-shaped sofa, coffee tables, and bar. On the same deck level, along with master suite, the interior comprises a spacious salon, galley, dining room.
Meanwhile, the upper deck is designed around spacious outdoor areas for guest’s relaxation, with a dining table and access to the comfortable sky lounge. The foredeck includes a solarium and an open-air lounge.
Techno wise, superyacht Binta D'Or is powered by twin MTU 8V4000M54 engines and two 300 kW electric motors fed by two 250 kW variable speed generators. Her hybrid propulsion system is the main innovation on-board, able to work in four different operation modes:
- Diesel-electric mode. In this operation mode, the electric motors have powered by the two variable speed generators, allowing for a 10.5 knots speed and a range of 4,900 nm.
- Hybrid mode. One of the two main engines drives feeds the same shaft electric motor to generate electrical power to run the second electric motor for propulsion and hotel load. At 12 knots, the yacht will have a cruising range of approx. 4,000 nm. The two diesel generators are inactive in this mode.
- Traditional mode. The yacht can sail at 17 knots using both main diesel engines for propulsion and a diesel generator for onboard services.
- Full-speed mode. With both main engines and generators supplying power to the two electric motors and for hotel loads, the yacht will reach a top speed of 18 knots.
Following final fitting and dock trials, the new Tankoa S502 Hybrid will undergo intensive sea trials prior to delivery to her European owner, ahead of the summer season and for the official World debut at 2019 Monaco Yacht Show.
Meanwhile, the flagship of Tankoa Yachts, 72-metre S701 Solo, was launched in April 2018.
Photos via Tankoa Yachts.