FISHERMAN’S FRIEND
‘World’s largest’ luxury FISHING boat dubbed ‘Big Fisher’ close to setting sail with 6 floors, lasers & superyacht style
The boat will be equipped for luxurious living and hunting large predatory fish
THE world's largest luxury fishing boat dubbed the "Big Fisher" boasts six floors, laser lighting and a sleek superyacht design.
Its maker Royal Huisman's 171-feet-long project, set to be launched soon, will be illuminated by laser-powered exterior lighting.
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The mega boat, which is kitted out with six levels and outriggers to attach fishing lines, is currently being built at a shipyard in Vollenhove, the Netherlands.
It was last seen in June 2022 when the superstructure was joined to the hull.
Now the mega boat is leaving the shipyard's hall to progress onto the next stage of the construction.
The superyacht has been described as "sportfisher on steroids", delivering the level of comfort and luxury unseen in any of the fishing ships before.
The boat will boast six floors, including a sky lounge that will offer a "theatre" for watching big-game fish leap out of the water.
The oversized cockpit is low to the water which allows for easy access to the fish below.
All decks face the stern to give guests a front-view of the sportfishing action below.
And when the fish aren't biting, the lounge transforms into a cosy space to kick back and relax.
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When the sun sets, the yacht's decks will offer a relaxed ambience and incredible views of a boutique hotel-style penthouse.
The interior of the superyacht hasn't been revealed yet but the concept video offers a glimpse into what it may look like.
On the bow of the boat there is an expansive, sun-lounging area with oversized pads and sofas.
The project was commissioned by an experienced yachtsman and passionate fisherman who remains anonymous.
The dutch studio Vripack designed the sleek model with its long bow and high bulwarks.
The yacht also uses Alustar aluminium- a super-strong and lightweight material- to shave off weight and ensure a smooth sailing.
The big fisher will have equipment geared towards catching large predatory fish such as swordfish and marlin.
And it will feature a high tower with a downward angle on the water for specialised fishing.
For thrill-seeker, the tower will also provide a 360-degree view of the water and all the action below.
"Not only is she the largest but, without doubt, the most bespoke, finely appointed, meticulously engineered and most impressive true sportfish yacht anywhere in the world – with all the amenities expected of a superyacht," said a spokesperson for Royal Huisman.
The project is built by the shipyard team of over 350 experts and qualified co-makers.
The testing of onboard systems and "other innovative technical installations" is also actively underway.
Royal Huisman chief executive Jan Timmerman said: "It is well known that the Royal Huisman team likes nothing better than the opportunity to solve fresh engineering challenges – especially if they come in the shape of a unique project concept."
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This comes after the world's biggest superyacht concept was recently revealed.
The incredible plan for the world's first gigayacht promises to be bigger and more extravagant than any that has come before it, stretching twice the length of a football field.
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