Abeking & Rasmussen (A&R) has revealed designs for Aruby, a 70m, 1,770GT semi-custom superyacht concept named after the precious red gemstone and designed by Reymond Langton as a “ready-to-build” solution for clients. A&R has formerly collaborated with the British studio on 58m and 78m motoryachts.

“Aruby is our answer to the modern owner’s desire for quality without the typical development lead times,” explained Till von Krause, Sales Director of A&R’s Yacht Department.

“By utilising a pre-engineered, proven platform, we save months of development time. This allows owners to skip the complexities of a new build while still enjoying the individualised experience and interior design freedom for which A&R is famous.”

Images of the new concept reveal a modern profile, combining a plumb bow paired with smooth, rounded exterior lines reminiscent of waves. The superyacht will be powered to top speeds of 16 knots by a hybrid diesel-electric propulsion system house in an optimised, single-tier engine room.

The motoryacht features a plethora of indoor and outdoor entertaining spaces. Highlights include the main saloon, outfitted with panoramic windows and a cocktail bar, while the expansive sundeck offers a forward swimming pool and an outdoor cinema complemented by a firepit.

Aruby also boasts an extensive beach club including a glass-bottomed pool that filters light to the waterside lounge below, as well as an extended swim platform, gym and sauna.

A total of seven staterooms, including a 90sqm owner’s suite with two private balconies, makes Aruby flexible for either personal or commercial use, with the German shipyard describing the project as one that “bridges the gap between our fully custom masterpieces and highly efficient platforms”.

Tamara Gramberg, A&R’s Head of Marketing & Sales Management, stated: “Aruby is a turnkey path to ownership. Ready-to-build, there is no prior new build experience needed. Aruby is ideal for family use, entertaining and has perfect charter potential.”

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