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CRN’s 70m Project Thunderball on course for launch
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The Vripack-designed Project Thunderball is in the final stages of construction and set to splash in spring 2026.
CRN has announced that Project Thunderball has entered the final stages of construction, with the builder releasing new photos to show the progress of the 70m superyacht due to launch in spring 2026.
Recent images from the Ferretti Group Superyacht Yard in Ancona show the yacht’s contemporary lines and sleek exterior detailing, with plenty of alfresco entertaining space provided across multiple aft deck areas.
The yard has confirmed that construction of the yacht’s exteriors, penned by Vripack Yacht Design, are progressing in parallel with work on the interiors, which are by Nauta Design. All components are currently being installed on the yacht’s five decks, in line with the project’s building schedule.
CRN has been handling the engineering works, final definition of the naval architecture and
general arrangements, and has been managing the project as a joint effort with the owner’s representative Y.Co.
The 1,100GT steel and aluminium motoryacht has an 11m beam and is designed to host 12 guests and 15 crew members. The interior layout includes a master suite and five VIP cabins as well as nine crew cabins.
Project Thunderball runs on a specialised Energy Storage System which efficiently powers on board systems and allows for silent operation at anchor for substantially reduced fuel usage. Powered by MAN V12-1213kW engines, the superyacht can reach 15.5 knots and cruises at a speed of 12 knots.
As well as Project Thunderball, CRN is also working on three other projects at the Ferretti Group Superyacht Yard including the 67m Project Maranello designed by Nuvolari Lenard.
