Photo: Klaus Jordan

On December 3, 2024, Dragonfly, formerly known as Project Alibaba, left the Lürssen yard in Germany. Dragonfly, a striking custom yacht with a strong-lined, elegant exterior styling by Germán Frers, features interior and exterior social spaces curated by Nauta Design.

“One of the many hallmarks of any Lürssen yacht is the mastery of technical challenges. Dragonfly is no exception,” said Managing Partner, Peter Lürssen. “She is a large, powerful yacht that can cruise efficiently anywhere in the world, fitted with a highly efficient diesel-electric hybrid propulsion concept developed by Lürssen’s in-house engineering specialists.”

Dragonfly, with about 9,500GT of interior volume, features key amenities that include a glass-bottom pool on the main deck, a cinema, a spa, and a watersports centre. She also has a dedicated deck for business: home to a large office, a gym, a games room, and a helicopter hangar.

“The goal was to produce a well-balanced design that emphasises timeless appeal over transient trends,” noted Germán Frers, Chief Executive Officer and Principal Designer at Frers Naval Architecture & Engineering. “Dragonfly is a sophisticated yacht that not only fulfils but exceeds expectations, balancing luxury with practicality that ensures lasting appeal.”

A unique innovation of Dragonfly is the bespoke double-folding platform system at the stern. This innovative system allows the deck above to fold into the platform, creating a spacious and versatile beach club area with direct access to the water.

Photo: Christian Eckardt

“It has been an exciting four years of creative work designing this outstanding combination of atmospheres and unique lifestyle,” says Mario Pedol, President of Nauta Design. “Dragonfly offers incredible perspectives and breathtaking outside views – all with a subtle balance of refined elegance.”

Engineered for peak efficiency, Dragonfly is equipped with a diesel-electric propulsion system and an electric Azimuth Pod Drive. This system comprises twin diesel engines that drive two controllable pitch propellers through individual gearboxes, fitted with PTI/PTO units for electric propulsion or to generate electrical energy to operate the vessel.

“The Y.CO Project Coordination Team and our Technical Partners are proud to have played a role in realising this iconic project – an extraordinary showcase of design, innovation, and craftsmanship – from concept to delivery,” says Charlie Birkett Co-founder and CEO at Y.CO. “We are happy to welcome Dragonfly into the Y.CO Yacht Management Fleet.”

Dragonfly is the fourth yacht delivered by Lürssen in 2024, marking an exceptional year for the shipyard. With an impressive total length of 485m, the latest deliveries include Luminance (138.8m), Kismet (122m), and Haven (82m).

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