Nobiskrug Celebrates the Keel Laying of an 80m Superyacht
The ceremonial keel laying of a next Nobiskrug superyacht project took place at the shipyard’s premises in Kiel. After gathering of the guests and the yard’s team and following a short address of the management, an 80t block-section was lifted by crane into the building shed, marking another important milestone of the construction of the 80m superyacht. The construction of all sections will take place in the sheds of the yard under controlled climate conditions, therewith warranting utmost quality. For Nobiskrug it is the first project that benefits from a new state of the art plasma cutting machine.
Traditionally, the owner brought a special coin that was placed under the keel and once the yacht will be near to completion, the coin will be retrieved and presented back to the owner for good luck while sailing the oceans. “This happy occasion indicates the start of the hull assembly of the super yacht, when, for the first time she is considered to have a soul. It is also a traditional maritime ceremony to bring good fortune to a vessel during her construction and to her captain, guests and crew during her life” says Holger Kahl, Managing Director at Nobiskrug. The yacht will noticeably set a mark for the future use of glass on superyachts. The spacious and modern concept will contribute in creating a special comfort feeling while cruising. “Nobiskrug is known for pushing the boundaries and for not being a mass builder, every superyacht we build represents a unique vision of the owner – this project is just another example we are very proud of” adds Mr Kahl. Still to be named, the superyacht is set to be delivered in 2019.