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Iconic yachts: The story of the 88m sailing yacht Maltese Falcon

Tom Perkins created one of the most sensational three-masted sailing yachts of the past 100 years when he built the 88 metre Maltese Falcon with Perini Navi .

Launched in 2006, the project took nearly six years to complete. With radical unstayed masts made of 'weapons-grade' carbon fibre, computerised sail and mast control system, M a ltese Falcon, and in particular its FalconRig, was hailed as a triumph of design, development and engineering.

The great idea of the clipper rig is that a huge sail area, 2,415 metres square, in this case, can be spread over 15 sails, thus greatly reducing the loadings. On Maltese Falcon there are a total of 25 sails, giving her 10 spare.

One of the most exciting aspects of Maltese Falcon is the yacht's upwind performance. "We sail as close to the wind as any yacht, of any design, that has more than one mast," Perkins previously said. He went on to describe the mast and sail control system as 'almost trivial' in its simplicity. "I can teach any sailor how to handle the yacht in five minutes," he said. "To the best of my knowledge, this is not the case with any other big boat with reel winches."

The superyacht's 'luxury machine' interior - a marriage of industrial chic and high tech - was designed by Ken Freivokh around Tom Perkins' striking modern art collection , and features leather, glass, wood and steel. The layout includes a master suite and five further guest cabins, and the crew of 16 is accommodated in eight cabins.

Her long and relatively narrow hull was designed be very fast through the water, and her very long waterline 78 metres assures stability against heeling. The sails, made by Robbie Doyle, are stored on individual in-mast mandrels and set and furled using a complex but brilliant system that makes use of a large number of electric motors within the masts and on the yards.

In 2009, Perkins sold Maltese Falcon to hedge-fund manager Elena Ambrosiadou. The yacht is now available for charter with SuperYachtsMonaco from €460,000 a week.

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In a social media post yesterday afternoon, the yacht brokerage house Burgess announced that it had been chosen as the central agent for the charter of the 88-metre Perini Navi sailing yacht  Maltese Falcon . In the post, Burgess also announced that the vessel is under new ownership, revealing that she had recently been sold.

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Originally built by American tech entrepreneur Tom Perkins, the  Maltese Falcon  is easily one of the most recognizable superyachts in the global fleet. Launched in Italy in 2006, the yacht is famed for having revolutionized the world of super sailing yachts, with three massive rotating masts each supporting up to five sails and power the yacht to a speed in excess of 24 knots, while she cruises at 16 knots.

This is the first time the sailing yacht, a regular champion in the world regatta circuit, has been offered for charter. The yacht can accommodate as many as 12 guests between six luxurious staterooms including a full beam master and five double cabins. Two of the double cabins convert into enormous VIP suites and feature exquisite art deco interior.

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Iconic yachts: The story of the 88m sailing yacht Maltese Falcon

Article republished from BOAT INTERNATIONAL : 22 JUNE 2021 BY ROGER LEAN-VERCOE

Tom Perkins created one of the most sensational three-masted sailing yachts of the past 100 years when he built the 88 metre  Maltese Falcon  with  Perini Navi .

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All images: SuperYachtsMonaco

Launched in 2006, the project took nearly six years to complete. With radical unstayed masts made of ‘weapons-grade’ carbon fibre, computerised sail and mast control system,  M a ltese Falcon,  and in particular its FalconRig, was hailed as a triumph of design, development and engineering.

maltese falcon yacht youtube

The great idea of the clipper rig is that a huge sail area, 2,415 metres square, in this case, can be spread over 15 sails, thus greatly reducing the loadings. On  Maltese Falcon  there are a total of 25 sails, giving her 10 spare.

maltese falcon yacht youtube

One of the most exciting aspects of  Maltese Falcon  is the yacht’s upwind performance. “We sail as close to the wind as any yacht, of any design, that has more than one mast,” Perkins previously said. He went on to describe the mast and sail control system as ‘almost trivial’ in its simplicity. “I can teach any sailor how to handle the yacht in five minutes,” he said. “To the best of my knowledge, this is not the case with any other big boat with reel winches.”

maltese falcon yacht youtube

The superyacht’s ‘luxury machine’ interior – a marriage of industrial chic and high tech – was designed by  Ken Freivokh  around Tom Perkins’ striking modern  art collection , and features leather, glass, wood and steel. The layout includes a master suite and five further guest cabins, and the crew of 16 is accommodated in eight cabins.

maltese falcon yacht youtube

Her long and relatively narrow hull was designed be very fast through the water, and her very long waterline 78 metres assures stability against heeling. The sails, made by Robbie Doyle, are stored on individual in-mast mandrels and set and furled using a complex but brilliant system that makes use of a large number of electric motors within the masts and on the yards.

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In 2009, Perkins sold  Maltese Falcon  to hedge-fund manager Elena Ambrosiadou. The yacht is now available for charter with  SuperYachtsMonaco  from €460,000 a week.

https://www.boatinternational.com/yachts/editorial-features/iconic-yachts-maltese-falcon

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MALTESE FALCON Sailing yacht for charter

The instantly recognisable 88m (288.6ft) MALTESE FALCON, acclaimed as the Finest Superyacht Ever among a host of other awards, is still one of the world’s most innovative sailing yachts. Now this truly iconic yacht is better than ever having undergone a huge double refit in summer 2022 and winter 2022-23 with an endless series of mind-blowing upgrades.

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Exciting and rare, offering iconic elegance and innovation.

  • 18 awards since her launch, including being named ‘Finest Superyacht Ever’ by Superyacht World magazine
  • 2022/2023 extensive interior, exterior and engineering refit
  • Unique three-deck sky-lit atrium
  • Wellness facilities: massage room & fully equipped gym
  • Private VIP deck
  • Largest outdoor cinema projected on the lower sail and indoor cinema
  • Large aft shaded Bimini/Circus
  • 2,400 square metres of sail can be set within six minutes

About MALTESE FALCON

The instantly recognisable 88m (288.6ft) MALTESE FALCON, acclaimed as the Finest Superyacht Ever among a host of other awards, is still one of the world’s most innovative sailing yachts. Now this truly iconic yacht is better than ever having undergone a huge double refit in summer 2022 and winter 2022-23 with an endless series of mind-blowing upgrades.

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As well as a gleaming hull repaint, there is a new extendable passerelle that takes you all the way down to the water where there is a new inflatable platform for beach-club sea-level living. The flybridge has a new circular sunbed that rotates with the sun. Inside you’ll find her guest areas brighter and more welcoming with lighter woods, cream panels and new tapestries.

There’s a new cinema room on the main deck, a redesigned Japanese-style dining room and her gym shares a state-of-the-art MS Sculpt electric muscle stimulator with the massage room. As well as the latest Starlink Wi-Fi throughout and a wheelhouse brimming with the latest technology, she now operates more sustainably with LED lighting throughout, a new engine control room and new generators for lower noise and vibration.

Her unique features remain, like the three-deck sky-lit atrium where the stairs spiral around the main mast, an iconic architectural wonder. You can still indulge your passion for film with the world’s largest outdoor cinema, where movies are projected onto the lower sail so you can watch from the flybridge. The main deck aft, now shaded by a stylish new hardtop, is even better suited to entertainment with open-air dining aft and a circular sit-up bar, revamped with cream marble and new sound and light systems.

On the water, you'll find whatever you're looking for in MALTESE FALCON's garage of brand-new toys. She has a 10m (33ft) Pascoe tender to ferry guests into port or onto a deserted beach for a BBQ and thrill them on waterskis and wakeboards. SeaBobs, kayaks, SUPs, jet surfs, snorkelling equipment, windsurfers - she has plenty to keep you entertained.

When it's time for bed, the full-beam master suite on the lower deck has a large walk-in wardrobe and adjoining gym as well as his-and-hers bathrooms, now with jacuzzi bath as well as a shower room. As principal you may be tempted to take the private VIP deck instead, aft facing on the flybridge with access to the terrace and walkaround side decks, as it has a brand-new bed with a TV that rises from beneath it. There are an additional four double cabins on the lower deck, each with en suite facilities.

Be one of the first to experience this reborn icon of the seas. Get in touch now to book your MALTESE FALCON charter.

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  • 2 × Tenders
  • Anti-jellyfish pool
  • Inflatable platform
  • 4 × SeaBobs
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  • 2 × eFoils
  • 4 × Kayaks
  • 4 × Stand up paddleboards
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  • Fishing gear
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Please note that tenders and toys are subject to regular upgrades and changes. Contact a Burgess broker for the latest information.

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Please note that fitness equipment and wellness facilities are subject to regular upgrades and changes. Contact a Burgess broker for the latest information.

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This New Superyacht-to-Resort Partnership Lets You Cruise to the Waldorf Astoria Maldives

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What’s better than one of the world’s most beautiful yachts? When it’s paired with one of the most luxurious hotels in the Maldives .

This winter, SuperYachtsMonaco and Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi are offering an unparalleled charter experience aboard the iconic Maltese Falcon that includes a spot of indulgence at the secluded five-star resort.

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With this new partnership, all charter guests will be given daily access to the idyllic Waldorf Astoria that comprises the entire island of Ithaafushi in the South Male Atoll. You can come and go as you please each day, and no other day visitors will be allowed on the private island while you’re there. This means you’ll only be sharing the facilities with overnight guests.

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You can enjoy the private beach at the Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi. 

While visiting, you can bounce between the 11 different dining spots, which range from a relaxed Champagne bar called Amber and the Ledge by noted chef Dave Pynt. You can also make use of the hotel’s aqua wellness center and spa to rejuvenate or the dive center for a bit of underwater fun. (You will have to shell out extra for any and all resort experiences.)

But access to the resort is really just a sweetener to a stay aboard Maltese Falcon . Launched by Perini Navi in 2006, this 289-footer is still considered the world’s most radical sailing yacht and has won countless awards, including Robb Report ’s Best of the Best in 2007. This winter marks the first time in history that it will depart Europe to head for the warmth of the Asia-Pacific.

The 12-year-old truly gives seafarers the best of both worlds—that is, the luxury and comfort of a motor yacht along with the performance and speed of a sailer. The interior features a full-beam master and five double suites that sleep up to 12 guests. Elsewhere, there is a gym with a personal trainer, a fully-staffed spa with hair salon and a massage room. The superyacht also houses a spectacular art collection and a full suite of water toys.

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There is room for up to 12 guests aboard Maltese Falcon. 

As for grunt, Maltese Falcon has three giant rotating “Dyna Rig” masts that each support five sails. This setup gives it an impressive top speed of 18 knots, a cruising speed of 14 knots and a range of 3,000 nautical miles.

The hardest part will be deciding how to split your time between the resort and yacht.

Maltese Falcon can be chartered this winter and next from roughly $522,000–$590,000 (€460,000–€520,000) per week. You will also need a negative PCR test within 48 hours to step foot on the island.

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  4. Iconic yachts: The story of the 88m sailing yacht Maltese Falcon

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  5. WATCH: Super-yacht Maltese Falcon once again spotted in Malta

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    We had the opportunity to witness the mighty superyacht Maltese Falcon sailing out the coast of Sardinia on winds over 30knts. The video is not edited in any...

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    Burgess Yachts. At the time of its 2006 delivery, the 289-foot Maltese Falcon held the title of the world's largest sailing yacht—nearly stretching the length of a football field, with a 42 ...

  7. MALTESE FALCON Yacht • Elena Ambrosiadou $75M Superyacht

    The SY Maltese Falcon accommodates 12 guests in 6 cabins, featuring five lower-deck staterooms and one upper-deck VIP cabin. Housing a crew of 18, the yacht's transparent floors allow natural light to flood its interior. With a displacement of 1,240 tons and two DEUTZ engines providing propulsion, the yacht's cruising speed reaches 14 knots.

  8. Maltese Falcon (yacht)

    Maltese Falcon is a full-rigged ship using DynaRig technology, which was built by Perini Navi in Tuzla, Istanbul, and commissioned by her first owner, Tom Perkins.She is one of the world's most complex and largest sailing yachts at 88 m (289 ft), similar in size to the Athena and Eos.The vessel dropped its BVI flag in 2008 and was purchased by Pleon Ltd, which put it to charter use.

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    Story and photos: http://www.marinij.com/marinnews/ci_10560069The Maltese Falcon, a Belvedere billionaire's yacht - the largest privately owned sailing ship ...

  10. Iconic yachts: The story of the 88m sailing yacht Maltese Falcon

    Tom Perkins created one of the most sensational three-masted sailing yachts of the past 100 years when he built the 88 metre Maltese Falcon with Perini Navi. Launched in 2006, the project took nearly six years to complete. With radical unstayed masts made of 'weapons-grade' carbon fibre, computerised sail and mast control system, M a ltese ...

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    The "Dyna Rig" masts give Maltese Falcon a top-end speed of 24 knots. Although translating this 19th-century concept to a 21st-century yacht could have been a spectacular failure, Perkins ...

  13. Sailing yacht MALTESE FALCON: Re-launch of an icon

    Turkey. Sardinia. Arguably the world's most iconic sailing yacht, the multi-award-winning 88m (288ft) MALTESE FALCON has just been relaunched after undertaking a full-scale refit at the Lubsen yard in Livorno, Italy. YachtCharterFleet had the pleasure of speaking to the yacht's captain Pierfrancesco Cafaro on her latest changes and upcoming ...

  14. Maltese Falcon Yacht Charter

    MALTESE FALCON is a 88m luxury sail mega yacht available for charter built in 2006, refitted in 2023. Charter up to 12 guests in 6 cabins (1 Master, 1 VIP & 6 Double) with a crew of 19. ... At 88m/288'9", iconic charter yacht Maltese Falcon features a compelling line-up of living areas and modern amenities and abounds in luxury and comfort.

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    We combine thousands of yacht listings with local destination information, sample itineraries and experiences to deliver the world's most comprehensive yacht charter website. London. Videos of MALTESE FALCON, the 88m Perini Navi Yachts mega yacht, designed by Ken Freivokh Design with an interior by Ken Freivokh Design.

  17. Perini Navi legendary superyacht Maltese Falcon is under new ownership

    May 6, 2022. 2356. In a social media post yesterday afternoon, the yacht brokerage house Burgess announced that it had been chosen as the central agent for the charter of the 88-metre Perini Navi sailing yacht Maltese Falcon. In the post, Burgess also announced that the vessel is under new ownership, revealing that she had recently been sold.

  18. Iconic yachts: The story of the 88m sailing yacht Maltese Falcon

    Tom Perkins created one of the most sensational three-masted sailing yachts of the past 100 years when he built the 88 metre Maltese Falcon with Perini Navi. Launched in 2006, the project took nearly six years to complete. With radical unstayed masts made of 'weapons-grade' carbon fibre, computerised sail and mast control system, M a ltese ...

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    MALTESE FALCON Sailing yacht for charter. The instantly recognisable 88m (288.6ft) MALTESE FALCON, acclaimed as the Finest Superyacht Ever among a host of other awards, is still one of the world's most innovative sailing yachts. Now this truly iconic yacht is better than ever having undergone a huge double refit in summer 2022 and winter 2022 ...

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    The Maltese Falcon has long proved a popular charter choice thanks to her endless amenities, experienced crew and world-class reputation. A near-endless list of water toys and tenders includes a 10m Pascoe tender, an 8.8m Scorpion tender, 4.3 Castoldi jet tender, Laser sailing dinghies, SeaBobs, flyboard, towables and so much more.

  21. Lusben Wraps Up Maltese Falcon Yacht Refit

    More than six months' worth of work went into the relaunch of the renowned Maltese Falcon yacht at Lusben. The 289-foot (88-meter) is fresh from a refit in time for charter bookings, as usual, this summer. With an unmistakable profile, the sailing superyacht, dating to 1990, headed to Italy-based Lusben for service work toward the end of 2022.

  22. Charter 'Maltese Falcon' for Access to Waldorf Astoria in the Maldives

    The hardest part will be deciding how to split your time between the resort and yacht. Maltese Falcon can be chartered this winter and next from roughly $522,000-$590,000 (€460,000-€ ...

  23. ELENA AMBROSIADOU: IKOS Asset Management Leader & Maltese Falcon Owner

    The SY Maltese Falcon accommodates 12 guests in 6 cabins, featuring five lower-deck staterooms and one upper-deck VIP cabin. Housing a crew of 18, the yacht's transparent floors allow natural light to flood its interior. With a displacement of 1,240 tons and two DEUTZ engines providing propulsion, the yacht's cruising speed reaches 14 knots.