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The smart way to build your bespoke vessel

From parametric hull CFD simulation to master shipyard delivery — craft bespoke aluminium superyachts, offshore catamarans, and amphibious craft with zero brokerage markup and Lloyd's Register Category A precision.

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HULL #VN-108-03

Vela 108' Transoceanic Explorer

Sea Trials Verified · Lloyd's Register ✠ 100A1

General Arrangement (GA) ↓

WATERLINE OFFSET: +1.65M DRAFT

HYDROFOIL BULB Wave-Piercing Deep-V

SSPA CFD tank verified · -22% wave resistance

METALLURGY 5083-H116 Aluminium

Double bottom · Zero osmosis · 275 MPa yield

SUPERSTRUCTURE Carbon Infused + 28kW Solar

Ultralight center of gravity · Silent mooring

PROPULSION Twin Volvo IPS 1350

Dual counter-props · +32% fuel range

📐 Dimensions (LOA / Beam)

32.8 m / 7.8 m

Draft: 1.65 m · Displacement: 124 T

⚡ Cruising & Max Speed

34.2 kn (Sprint)

26.0 kn Continuous Fast Cruise

🧭 Transoceanic Range

3,200 NM

Transatlantic Crossing @ 12 kn

🛡️ Ocean Classification

Lloyd's ✠ 100A1

CE Category A Ocean Unlimited (>4m)

SELECT VESSEL PLATFORM:

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⚖️ Engineering Standards: Alloy 5083-H116 vs Traditional GRP

Engineering Benchmark	Vela 5083-H116 Aluminium	Conventional Fiberglass (GRP)
Osmosis & Delamination	✓ 100% Osmosis Proof	⚠ Prone to Gelcoat Blistering
Impact & Reef Collision	✓ 275 MPa High Ductile Yield	⚠ Brittle Structural Puncture
Hull Mass & Fuel Burn	✓ 32% Lighter (-28% Fuel)	Heavy Resin Saturation
Acoustic Isolation Rating	✓ <41.5 dB (Floating Floor)	56–62 dB Resonant Vibration
Classification Sign-Off	✓ Lloyd's Register ✠ 100A1	Standard CE Cat B / C
Direct Master Shipyard Cost	✓ Zero Brokerage Markups	+30% to 40% Middleman Fees

🛡️ Naval Architecture Standards

Master shipyard precision, built for open oceans.

Direct master shipyard production eliminates 35% brokerage markups while engineering aerospace 5083-H116 aluminium hulls, Lloyd's Register classification, and bespoke interior ateliers into an uncompromising vessel.

⬡ Lloyd's Register ✠ 100A1 & CE Category A Certification

◱ Aerospace-grade 5083-H116 laser-welded aluminium hulls

⚏ Zero brokerage direct master shipyard commissioning

⇄ Scales from 37ft high-speed catamarans to 108ft superyachts

🛠️ Naval Architecture Bento

Engineered for oceanic performance and bespoke luxury.

Direct master shipyard production coordinates every hull welding seam, hybrid propulsion bench test, and luxury stateroom joinery with uncompromising structural integrity.

FLEET PORTFOLIO

Pre-Engineered Vessel Platforms

Offshore-proven hull geometries ready for bespoke stateroom and salon customization.

Vela 108' Transoceanic Explorer

32.8m LOA · 34 kn · 3,200 NM · Lloyd's 100A1

Commissioning Slot 2026

Vela 72' Solar Offshore Catamaran

22.0m LOA · 24 kn · 28kW Solar Roof · CE Cat A

Slipway Active

Vela 538 Performance Cruiser

16.4m LOA · 44 kn · Twin Volvo D6 · CE Cat B

Turnkey Sea Trial Ready

Vela Amphibious Explorer 480

14.6m LOA · 38 kn Water · All-Terrain Beaching

Global Expedition

PROPULSION & ENERGY

Volvo Penta IPS & Silent Hybrid

Forward-facing counter-rotating dual propellers paired with 180 kWh silent lithium banks.

Fuel Range Advantage +32% over conventional shaft drives

Calibrated

Zero-Emission Harbor Mode 8.0 Hours Silent Mooring (0 dB Gen)

Eco Silent

Docking Control 360° Vector Joystick Dynamic Hold

Precision

CLASSIFICATION

CE Category A Ocean Unlimited

Engineered for Beaufort Force 8 gales and open-ocean waves exceeding 4 meters.

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Force 8+ Wave Tank Tested

SSPA Gothenburg hydrodynamics validation

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100% Ultrasonic Weld Inspection

Lloyd's Register independent surveyor signoff

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Double-Bottom Crash Bulkheads

Watertight multi-compartment reserve buoyancy

PRODUCTION WORKFLOW

Direct Master Shipyard Commissioning Pipeline

Transparent milestone tracking from parametric 3D CAD lines to ocean sea trial handover.

01 Parametric Lines & GA

CFD wave resistance, hydrostatic balance & bespoke stateroom layouts

Design Sign-Off

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02 5-Axis CNC Hull Build

5083-H116 plate laser cutting, automated framing & ultrasound scans

Lloyd's Survey

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03 Sea Trials & Turnkey Handover

Incline tests, acoustic decibel verification (<42 dB) & global transit

Worldwide Delivery

Parametric Hydrodynamics

Optimized Hull Resistance

Simulate wave-piercing hydrodynamics across high sea states using advanced computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to maximize ocean stability and minimize fuel burn.

Explore Hydrodynamic CFD →

Entry Deadrise 24° Forefoot / 18° Transom

CFD Wave Drag -22% Drag @ 28kn

SSPA Verification Wave Basin Tested

Hull Alloy 5083-H116 Marine CNC

Hydrodynamic Boundary Layer CFD Flow Optimal Laminar

Powertrain Pods Twin Volvo IPS 1350

Silent Mooring 8.0 Hours Zero-Gen

Lithium Capacity 180 kWh Lithium-Titanate

Docking Mode 360° Joystick Vector

Harbor Silent Electric Reserve 100% Charged

Bespoke Italian Stateroom Atelier

Salon Sound Rating <41.5 dB Whisper

Cabinetry Wood Burmese Teak & Walnut

En-Suite Vanities Italian Calacatta Marble

Upholstery Hand-Stitched Leather

Flagship Class Lloyd's Register ✠ 100A1

Ocean Clearance CE Category A (>4m)

Global Delivery Monaco / Fort Lauderdale

Hull Warranty 10-Year Master Structural

Global Transit: Shenzhen → Singapore → Suez → Mediterranean

Turnkey sea delivery with dedicated master captain & international registry clearance.

📊 Naval Track Record

Proven in heavy seas, certified across the globe.

Behind every nautical mile is decades of shipyard craftsmanship, hydrostatic verification, and ocean trial excellence.

180+

Custom Vessels Commissioned

Luxury catamarans, explorer yachts, and amphibious craft navigating oceans worldwide.

100%

Classification Clearance Rate

Lloyd's Register, CE Category A Ocean Unlimited, and CCS compliance on first sea trials.

34 kn

Max Cruising Velocity

Optimized stepped-hull hydrodynamics delivering 28% superior fuel efficiency at high transit speeds.

⚡ Yard Capabilities

Handle complex marine engineering without delays.

Adapts to bespoke owner requirements and rigorous maritime standards — keeping projects on budget and deliveries strictly on schedule.

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Hydrostatic Weight Balancing

Automatic center-of-gravity calculation so every bespoke interior layout preserves optimal ocean seakeeping trim.

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Full CAD/CAM CNC Integration

Direct transfer from parametric naval models to 5-axis aluminium cutting, laser beveling, and automated curved bending.

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Lloyd's Register Survey Pipeline

Digital surveyor checklists and automated ultrasound weld inspections integrated into daily shipyard progress logs.

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Owner Private Portal

Interactive client build feed with 4K slipway timelapse photos, equipment serial registries, and warranty records.

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Global Supply Chain Direct

Direct procurement from Volvo Penta, Cummins, Raymarine, Simrad, Kohler, and Sunbrella with zero broker markup.

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Zero Overlap Production Scheduling

Dry dock, climate-controlled paint booth, and outfitting slipway scheduling algorithm that guarantees on-time sea trials.

🏷️ Bespoke Commissioning Options

Vessel Platforms Engineered to Scale

Choose the hull platform and engineering tier suited for your oceanic voyages

Semi-Custom Build Full Custom Megayacht

Turnkey Delivery

Explorer 48' Cruiser

For coastal expedition, fast island hops, and sport fishing.

$ 680k / turnkey delivery

✓ Aerospace 5083 Aluminium Hull
✓ Twin Yanmar 370HP Inboards
✓ CE Category B Offshore Clearance
✓ Custom Salon & 2 En-suite Cabins

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Vessel Technical & Engineering Matrix

Technical Capability	Explorer 48'	Vela 72' Catamaran	Vela 108' Superyacht
Hull Construction Material	Aluminium 5083-H116	Alloy 5083 + Carbon Deck	Aerospace Aluminium + Kevlar
Seakeeping Classification	CE Category B	CE Category A Ocean	Lloyd's Register ✠ 100A1
Max Cruising Range	650 nautical miles	1,600 nautical miles	3,500 nautical miles
Seakeeper Gyro Stabilization	Optional (SK5)	Standard Dual (SK9)	Quad Gyro + Zero-Speed Fins
Hybrid Electric Silent Mode	—	4 Hours Silent Mooring	Full 8 Hours Zero-Emission
Navigation Electronics Suite	Raymarine Axiom+ 12"	Triple Simrad NSO 16"	Commercial ECDIS + FLIR Thermal
Interior Customization Scope	Pre-Engineered 3 Palettes	Full Atelier Custom Joinery	100% Bespoke Studio Architecture
Desalination Watermaker	120 L / hour	280 L / hour	Dual 600 L / hour Commercial
Tender & Water Toys Garage	Hydraulic Swim Platform	Integrated Tender Lift	Enclosed Floodable Garage
Shipyard Telemetry IoT System	Standard	Standard Pro	Enterprise 24/7 Global Satellite
Warranty & Worldwide Support	3-Year Hull Warranty	5-Year Hull & Systems	10-Year Master Hull Guarantee

🛥️ Voices From The Oceans

See what our captains and owners say.

Real feedback from owners, expedition skippers, and marine surveyors navigating Vela Nautic vessels across international waters.

“Our Vela 72' handled Force 8 Mediterranean gales with astonishing poise. The aluminium hull stiffness and Seakeeper stabilization make it an absolute fortress at sea.”

Capt. Marcus Sterling

Monaco Yacht Club Master

“Bypassing middlemen brokers to work directly with the master shipyard gave us complete engineering transparency on every weld, cable run, and teak plank.”

Helena Vance

Transatlantic Yacht Owner

“The hydrodynamic efficiency of the stepped hull coupled with twin Volvo IPS delivered 30% lower operating costs on our commercial charter routes.”

David Lin

Hong Kong Maritime Holdings

“High-latitude ice-class aluminium construction is where Vela Nautic truly excels. Unmatched structural safety and zero delamination risks in sub-zero waters.”

Capt. Erik Lindstrom

Arctic Expedition Skipper

“Collaborating directly with their naval architects allowed us to install Italian Calacatta marble and custom curved joinery without disturbing vessel hydrostatic trim.”

Sophia Castiglione

Milan Superyacht Interior Studio

“The digital NauticOS telemetry alerted our bridge crew hours before an impeller pressure drop occurred during a nonstop 1,200nm ocean transit. Superb engineering.”

Capt. Robert Chen

Offshore Fleet Director

📰 Shipyard Journal

Naval Architecture & Marine Insights

Explore hydrodynamic simulations, hybrid propulsion advances, and structural engineering insights from our master shipyard.

Hydrodynamics

CFD Hull Line Optimization: Reducing Wave Resistance by 22%

Hybrid Propulsion

Next-Gen Lithium-Titanate Power Systems for Zero-Emission Harbors

Materials Science

5083-H116 Marine Aluminium vs Composite in Extreme Environments

Explore All Technical Papers →

❓ Shipyard FAQ

Answers for prospective yacht owners.

Everything you need to know about custom build timelines, international delivery, and classification standards.

What makes marine aluminium alloy 5083 superior to traditional fiberglass? +

Alloy 5083-H116 provides exceptional ductile toughness, complete resistance to osmosis delamination, and withstands underwater debris impacts that would fracture composite hulls. It is also 100% recyclable and significantly lighter, boosting cruising speeds and fuel economy.

What international maritime classifications do your vessels hold? +

Our vessels are engineered to European Union CE Category A (Ocean Unlimited Waves >4m), with flagship builds certified under Lloyd's Register ✠ 100A1, Bureau Veritas, and China Classification Society (CCS) yacht codes.

What is the typical production timeline from contract to ocean sea trials? +

Semi-custom explorer cruisers typically require 7 to 9 months, while 72ft custom catamarans and superyachts range from 12 to 16 months. Every project includes real-time milestone tracking via our NauticOS portal.

Can owners customize interior materials, stateroom layouts, and propulsion? +

Yes. Every bulkhead, cabin partition, veneer finish (natural teak, walnut, Alcantara, Italian leather), and propulsion package (Volvo IPS, MAN inboards, or hybrid electric pods) can be tailored with our in-house naval architecture team.

How is global shipping, customs clearance, and handover handled? +

We provide turnkey global delivery via heavy-lift semi-submersible carriers or ocean transit skipper teams to Mediterranean ports (Monaco, Cannes, Genoa), North America (Fort Lauderdale, Newport), Hong Kong, and Sydney.

What warranty and ongoing maintenance support is included? +

All hulls include a 5-to-10 year master structural warranty, while engines and electronics carry global OEM warranties with 24/7 telemetry diagnostics backed by our mobile technical response teams.

The smart way to build your bespoke vessel

Vela 108' Transoceanic Explorer

Master shipyard precision, built for open oceans.

Engineered for oceanic performance and bespoke luxury.

Pre-Engineered Vessel Platforms

Volvo Penta IPS & Silent Hybrid

CE Category A Ocean Unlimited

Direct Master Shipyard Commissioning Pipeline

Optimized Hull Resistance

Proven in heavy seas, certified across the globe.

Handle complex marine engineering without delays.

Hydrostatic Weight Balancing

Full CAD/CAM CNC Integration

Lloyd's Register Survey Pipeline

Owner Private Portal

Global Supply Chain Direct

Zero Overlap Production Scheduling

Vessel Platforms Engineered to Scale

Vessel Technical & Engineering Matrix

See what our captains and owners say.

Naval Architecture & Marine Insights

CFD Hull Line Optimization: Reducing Wave Resistance by 22%

Next-Gen Lithium-Titanate Power Systems for Zero-Emission Harbors

5083-H116 Marine Aluminium vs Composite in Extreme Environments

Answers for prospective yacht owners.

Ready to build your bespoke vessel?