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Bering 76 sea trial review: The Turkish trawler yacht with globetrotting ambitions

With nearly 23,000 litres of fuel across seven tanks, this is a seriously long-legged boat

• With 1m seas on the beam, it is surprisingly comfortable, even with the Seakeeper switched off
• The hoist is capable of handling a 794kg tender
• The sundeck gets some useful shelter under way from the pilothouse structure
• In the absence of a main deck helm, the upper station is seriously well equipped
• The elevated helm enjoys massive views through vertical screens
• There’s a relaxed lounge directly aft of the helm station
• The open aft cockpit enjoys plenty of protection from the extended upper deck
• The saloon decor feels more like that of a luxury motoryacht than an ocean-going passagemaker

The primary dining area sits on the main deck forward

• Forward and aft zones are split by a central galley and flybridge stairwell

With just three cabins on the lower deck, the space on offer is exceptional

• The port double gets a neat transverse bathroom
• A two-tier engineroom puts the engines down and the generators up
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A part-completed Bering 76 hull provided two serial boat owners with a blank canvas to create the heavy-displacement adventure yacht of their dreams...

After many years of high-speed cruising in fibreglass planing boats, two experienced owners decided to investigate the possibilities of longer-range adventures in a seaworthy, heavy-displacement craft.

Their new Bering 76, Lemanja , is a full-custom yacht. This would normally have meant a gap of several years between initial consultations and final launch, but the clients were able to reduce this waiting time by taking over a part-completed project at the Bering shipyard.

The 76fter had originally been commissioned by an American owner, and her empty steel hull and aluminium superstructure lay waiting in the shipyard – a blank canvas for the couple to complete.

Bering was founded in 2007 by Russian-born Alexei Mikhailov, who was brought up during the Soviet era in Magadan, just across the Kamchatka Peninsula from the Bering Sea itself. He’s 59.

He built the first six Berings in China but moved his operation to Turkey to take advantage of the market access and relaxed regulatory and tax regime of the Antalya free port, on Turkey’s southern coast.

Although Lemanja is a one-off, Alexei is now focusing his operation on semi-custom yachts, and in particular Bering’s 75ft and 80ft designs. There are currently 14 boats under construction in the yard.

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They have big plans. When we caught up with them they had only recently taken delivery but had already done one overnighter down to Cyprus and numerous day trips, getting to grips with their new boat, evaluating her handling, and working out how to manage her numerous systems.

The trip along the length of the Med to Gibraltar was to be essentially a shakedown cruise. After that they plan to head north, calling in at Falmouth en route to the Irish Sea, and then, all being well, onwards to the Faeroes, Iceland, Greenland, Canada and ultimately the US.

It will present quite a learning curve, for Lemanja is a complicated boat. She is built to go to sea, with impressive fuel capacity in seven tanks, and five watertight compartments in her hull, which is of 8mm plate below the waterline and 6mm above. Fully loaded, she displaces close on 150 tonnes.

Her battery power is enough to run all on-board services for 12 hours at anchor without using the generators, and she has a Seatorque drivetrain involving flexible shaft couplings, soft engine mounts and a horizontal prop shaft angle, all of which are designed to reduce noise and vibration to the absolute minimum.

The engines are mounted very low down in the hull. So low, in fact, that the engine room is a two-tier affair, with immediate access through the watertight door to the generators and to the technical area in the lazarette, while the twin Cummins diesels lurk beneath the shiny treadplate underfoot.

Apparently it’s just a five-minute job to unscrew the plates if you need to get to them. Lemanja has a long, open-plan main deck arrangement with an informal seating area communicating with the cockpit, an expansive marble-topped bar and galley, and an excellent dining area forward surrounded by windows with a door out to the side deck.

It looks like the interior of a modern motor yacht rather than an ocean passagemaker – my first thought was that the galley worktop could probably benefit from some taller fiddle rails – but it’s down below where the owners’ cruising ambitions are given more expression.

Drafted originally for four cabins, Lemanja has just three, with the entirety of the starboard guest cabin area given over to food storage and refrigeration – a pantry of the size you might find on a superyacht .

Elsewhere on the lower deck Lemanja ’s midships owner’s cabin , forward VIP and port-side guest double all have full-size beds, generous headroom and plenty of stowage space, including an impressive walk-in wardrobe in the master.

The double berth in the forward cabin is rather high – the owners wanted it to be a full 6ft (1.83m) wide, which meant it had to go up into the flare of the bow. But as he pointed out, this has provided a lot of extra space beneath the mattress for stowage, in addition to the huge drawers under the foot of the bed.

We met the owners in Antalya early one morning, not far from Bering’s. There is a slightly developing-world aura to the shipyard, as if Western standards of health and safety have yet to make inroads.

This refreshing air of improvisation comes with a downside, of course – you have to watch your step lest you gouge your ankle on an offcut of steel plate, or plunge down an unguarded hatchway – but as a counter, the yard likes all its customers to engage a surveyor to keep a close eye on the build of their yachts.

“We insist on having surveyors,” says Alexei. “Captains don’t know enough. We learn a lot from our owners’ surveyors.” They will certainly have learned plenty from Lemanja ’s. When the yacht was launched, his German surveyor found no fewer than 320 snags, mostly minor, but the owners say they were all dealt with efficiently.

Perhaps the most significant concerned the issue of ballast. At the surveyor’s recommendation more than nine tonnes of it were added to Lemanja , low down in the hull, which the owners reckon have stiffened her up considerably.

Lemanja ’s beam of less than 20 feet was specified by the original US client to suit his berth in Florida, and she has quite a slender planform for her length and height. Bering’s 75 semi-custom model, in contrast, is nearly 5ft wider.

There was a slightly gloomy quality to our test day, with a grey overcast sky and the snow-capped peaks of the Taurus mountains just inland lending a slight chill to the scene. But conditions were benign enough, and the sea was calm as we set off from Setur Marina for our cruise down to Kemer.

With the wheelhouse on the upper deck so far from the engines we expected it to be quiet but 43dB(A) at ten knots seemed pretty impressive. Progress was calm and very relaxing – just what you want in a long-range cruiser – and we recorded a two-way maximum speed of 11.5 knots, although the owners felt that between 8.5 and 9.5 knots would give the best combination of speed and fuel economy.

Lemanja ’s range is vast – over 4,500nm at 8.6 knots – thanks to her astounding fuel capacity of 22,700 litres. There were limits to what we might learn of her seagoing capabilities on such a mild-mannered day but a few weeks later the owners emailed with an update from Greece.

The Bering 76 is surprisingly comfortable, even with the Seakeeper switched off

With 1m seas on the beam she was surprisingly comfortable, he reported, her roll being manageable even with the Seakeeper switched off. In head seas she was dry and stable.

Big following seas turned out to be her least favourite point of sail, as she exhibited a tendency to yaw that was pronounced enough to prompt the owners to switch off the autopilot and take manual control.

Overall, though, the owners seem happy. At the time of writing, the couple have made it to Mallorca, where they have called in to attend to some routine maintenance. Gibraltar is the next stop, to top up the tanks with duty-free diesel, and then onward into the wild blue yonder.

First published in the October 2023 issue of MBY.

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Meet the Bering Yachts B76 ‘Lemanja’

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• June 5, 2023

Bering Yachts has released the first images of the B76 Lemanja , which is the first custom design the yard has built smaller than 78 feet length overall.

Lemanja is designed for bluewater exploring and longer voyages, making it a top trawler choice . The yard says: “This boat has been constructed as a good house. Lemanja is surprisingly spacious and comfortable for her length. Her state-of-the-art design is optimized to provide the owner with full operation autonomy. With this homey feeling, you might even forget that you are traversing an ocean on a yacht .”

Accommodations are for six guests. The yard says it paid special attention to noise-reduction on board, stabilization systems and use of alternative power to reduce the yacht’s environmental footprint.

What’s the main power package? Twin Cummins QSL 9 engines for a maximum speed of 12 knots and a cruising speed of 9 knots. Range is reportedly more than 4,000 nautical miles.

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New Bering 76 with 4,000-nm Range

Bering Yachts has launched its new steel-hulled B76 Lemanja long-range explorer yacht, with a range of 4,000 nm.

Lemanja is the smallest custom yacht that Bering has ever made. The Turkish builder’s fleet runs from 65 to 145 feet. It says that while Lemanja is rugged on the outside, ready to take on waters all around the world, the interior “is constructed as a full-fledged luxury house.”

The new Bering has three staterooms for six guests on its lower accommodations deck; a luxurious master and two guest cabins. “Our client was looking for a tough, go-anywhere explorer yacht with an oceanic range, which would also be stable, safe and quiet,” said Alexi Mikhailov, the CEO of Bering Yachts.

The yacht has both sophisticated stabilization and a state-of-the-art noise-reduction system. It also has extra storage space built into each deck to hold provisions for a major cruise.

The salon is bright, with full-length windows. The skylounge up top is built like an upscale rec room at home, with the usual sofas and bar center, but in this case also with windows offering panoramic views of the world outside.

Power comes from twin 404-hp Cummins QSL 9 diesels, producing a top speed of 12 knots and a cruising speed of 9 knots. The yacht also carries a solar-powered, rechargeable battery bank to reduce its environmental footprint and add to its range.

The B76 measures 76’ 3” with a 19-foot beam and a displacement of 130 tons. It has an aluminum superstructure.

Berings are made in Antalya, Turkey, with offices in Fort Lauderdale. Read more at http://beringyachts.com and see the video below:

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Michael's journey with the Bering B76 Pocket Explorer Yacht

Traversing the vastness of the sea requires a rugged vessel that is both stable and comfortable. The recent video interview with Michael provides an in-depth look at such an experience, offering viewers a unique glimpse into life aboard the Bering B76 Pocket Explorer Yacht. This is not just the narrative of a luxury yacht, but the chronicle of Michael's transformative journey from pleasure yacht buyer to proud owner of a steel Bering.

Unwavering in strength: the power of steel

One of the main points of the interview is the discussion of the advantages of a steel hull. Designed for the toughest sea conditions, steel yachts like the Bering B76 offer a durability that few materials can match. Their unparalleled strength not only promises safety, but also offers the advantage of being able to operate a boat just under 24 meters without a crew.

From Antalya to Portsmouth: The Journey of the B76 Lemanja

Michael's recent 4,600-mile voyage between Antalya, Turkey, and Portsmouth, United Kingdom, is a testament to the capability of the Bering B76. Cruising through picturesque locations such as Greece, Italy, Spain, Portugal and France, the B76 Lemanja not only offered Michael breathtaking views, but also demonstrated her efficiency in handling 2.5-meter storm waves and other tumultuous weather challenges. And let's not forget the economic efficiency of the yacht's engines, a point Michael emphasized.

A look inside: Life, work and rock'n'roll

Michael's insights into life aboard the Bering B76 offer viewers a perspective that goes beyond the mechanics of the yacht. Questions about the balance of life and work on board provide a holistic view of life on board. And for those curious about the intriguing words "rock'n'roll" in the Sky Lounge or inspired by the yacht's name, Michael offers insightful answers.

Setting the course for the future

Michael's spirit of adventure is evident in his future plans. With a transatlantic leg on the horizon, the voyage of the Bering B76 promises to be nothing less than spectacular.

Capture the essence: A personal touch

Special thanks to Michael for sharing his personal photos and video footage. Such intimate content adds depth and authenticity to the narrative and allows viewers to connect on a deeper level. The trust and satisfaction Michael has in Bering reinforces the brand's commitment to excellence.

For enthusiasts who want to follow the future adventures of Lemanja and other stories of Bering boats, subscribing to the channel and other social networks is the way to go.

The Bering B76 Pocket Explorer Yacht is not just a boat. As shown in the interview with Michael, she is a testament to the exciting experiences the wide seas can offer, wrapped in the comfort and safety of steel.

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23m motor yacht lemanjá - a bering 76 bluewater explorer yacht..

LEMANJÁ is an entire custom explorer yacht with a length of 23.27 meters has an operating range of 4,100 nautical miles. The yacht’s maximum speed is 12 knots, while the cruising range is 9 knots. It is powered by a pair of Cummins QSL9 with a power of 404 hp each.

The vessel accommodates up to eight guests in three cabins. The owner’s cabin is on the lower deck but has large windows. A crew quarter or three persons is behind the engine room. The salon, dining area, lounge, and wine cooler are on the main deck.

The stern features the Transformer platform by Opacmare. V very flexible bathing platform that can be integrated into the yacht’s design.

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From the Caspian Sea, Gary, yachts come up the Volga then on to the Oka River and enter a tributary call the Moskva ("Moscow" in Russian) River. Alternate route is Volga to man-made Moscow Canal (which connects Volga to Moskva River). The big superyachts can’t get into the city limits because the river is only 3 inches deep. Just outside of the city, however, the water is 6 meters deep, perfect for large yachts. Yacht passengers easily travel into the city by limousine. (I imagine thoughts of hovercrafts, etc are a consideration for someday…) James Bond, anyone?

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