Meet ‘Al Reem,’ the New 263-Foot Superyacht That’s Exploring the Mediterranean
Bilgin may have saved the best superyacht till last.
The Turkish shipyard has unveiled the third and final unit in the Bilgin 263 series, with the latest example a clear departure from sisterships Tatiana and Leona. Al Reem was launched earlier this year, but has only just begun her maiden season in the Aegean. Bilgin shared the first exterior photographs of the yacht on Monday, showing the 263-footer in her element on the turquoise waters of the Turkish Riviera.
“Seeing Al Reem in Bodrum is a proud moment for the shipyard,” Bilgin marketing director Tuğba Şengün Topgül said in a statement. “It’s the perfect backdrop for her design, because we see Al Reem as a yacht made to connect with nature and the sea, yet deliver the highest standards of luxuryLuxuryA lifestyle defined by exceptional quality, craftsmanship, exclusivity, and sophistication, encompassing the finest products, services, and experiences that represent the highest standards of refinement and excellence.Go to Luxury Glossary.”
Designed to “command attention,” Al Reem features a bold exterior by Turkish-based studio Unique Yacht Design and elegant interiors by London-based firm H2 Yacht Design. The vessel shares the same sleek design DNA as its two predecessors, but has a few details that set it apart, including a fresh metallic gray and white colorway and a giant teak foredeck.
With a volume of 1,758 GT, Al Reem offers both generous interiors and expansive exterior decks. The living quarters pair a light, neutral palette with a range of carefully curated materials. Think warm, matte timbers and intricate, decorative glass. Bilgin says the “atmosphere of calm sophistication” is perfectly suited to her owner’s vision of tranquility and connection with nature.
An elevator allows guests to easily access all decks. Positioned on the main deck to ensure greater privacy, the owner’s suite offers sweeping 300-degree views and an outdoor terrace with a Jacuzzi. The rest of the guest accommodation is spread across two decks, with two VIPs on the main deck and three cabins on the lower deck.
As with Tatiana and Leona, Al Reem has a striking infinity pool aft. She also has an extra covered area at the stern and extended aft terraces that create more space at anchor.
In terms of propulsion, Al Reem is powered by a pair of 2,560 kW engines that afford a maximum speed of 19 knots and an economical range of 6,000 nautical miles. The yacht will remain in the Mediterranean for the season, allowing her owner to explore storied coastlines and hidden anchorages.
In other Bilgin-related news, the yard will present the new 164-foot Camila at the Monaco Yacht Show this September.
This article originally appeared in Robb Report US.