Big Star. The spirit of an explorer

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1 Big Star The spirit of an explorer

2 Project Big Star represents an outstanding opportunity to commission a prestige 50-metre custom yacht from one of the world s leading builders for a fraction of the normal cost and substantially reduced lead time.

3 If you buy a boat, you might as well use it for adventure. Richard Beattie, Owner, M/Y Big Fish

4 THE SPIRIT OF AN EXPLORER Like Big Fish before her, Big Star is set to redefine luxury yachting. To explore the far reaches of the globe in refined, relaxed luxury.

5 In March 2010, McMullen & Wing launched the 45m Big Fish a luxury expedition yacht which became an overnight sensation. Strikingly architectural, immaculately finished and highly innovative, Big Fish became one of the most awarded and most widely published motor yachts in the world. Immediately after finishing Big Fish, the same owner, Richard Beattie s Aquos Yachts, commissioned McMullen & Wing to build a second yacht: the 50m Star Fish. Although an entirely new design, larger and with greater amenity, the family lineage remained clear: a highly efficient, seakindly steel hull, strong masculine styling in the aluminium superstructure, extensive window glazing, a modern contemporary interior. Like Big Fish before her, Star Fish was designed to redefine luxury yachting. To explore the far reaches of the globe in refined, relaxed luxury. Star Fish was 75 per cent complete when she was tragically damaged in a shipyard fire in August Hundreds of thousands of man hours of immaculate craftsmanship went up in smoke. But Star Fish was by no means destroyed. After removing the interior and aluminium superstructure, an extensive survey revealed that the beautiful hull remained almost undamaged. The engine room, nearly complete and sparkling white, was virtually untouched. Millions of dollars worth of equipment and fittings were safely held in separate storage, completely unaffected. What remains today is a stunning opportunity a pre-prepared hull and engineering platform, ready to receive a brand new superstructure and interior to any style you desire. A brand new custom motoryacht from one of the world s finest shipyards. Saving more than an entire year of lead time. At an eight-figure discount. Introducing... project Big Star.

6 heritage Big Star represents the next stage in development from the acclaimed 45m Big Fish. Started by the same owner, with the same team of designers and shipyard, Big Star builds on the successes of Big Fish to take luxury expedition yachting to a yet higher level.

7 I wanted a boat to explore far-off waters in relaxed comfort, complete safety and full security. I was surprised by the profound enjoyment I derived from the creative process of developing my yacht. Richard Beattie, Owner, M/Y Big Fish

8 Big Fish has become known as the yacht that never stands still. In the first 12 months after her launch, Big Fish completed 30,000 nautical miles, logging stops in Auckland, French Polynesia, Galapagos, Panama, Florida, Chile, Antarctica, Falkland Islands, Rio de Janiero, Amazon, Bahamas, Stockholm and St Petersburg. In her second year she completed another 20,000 miles. In her third, another 20,000 miles. Circling the globe, visiting far off destinations was what she was built to do and she has excelled. Big Fish has a built spectacularly successful charter following. Over three years, Big Fish has introduced the luxury charter market to some of the world s remotest lands and has enjoyed multiple repeat charters from individuals attracted to Big Fish s fresh, dynamic approach and unique destinations.

9 current status Big Star currently lies at McMullen & Wing awaiting a new owner. With multiple design options available, she can be relaunched an immaculate new fully custom yacht for a new owner in less than two years. The following images catalogue her current condition. Whilst the scars of the fire can be clearly seen, so also can the substantial value remaining in the undamaged hull, engineering and equipment.

10 Zero measured distortion in hull shell Class-approved local repair plan for decks and bulkheads Approved for completion as brand new superyacht Fully warranted by shipyard Aluminium superstructure to be completely replaced Interior to be completely replaced can be redesigned Engine room nearly complete and virtually untouched Millions of dollars worth of equipment undamaged in store

11 design When the original design for Star Fish was first started, Big Fish was nearing completion. In her adventures since launch, the true brilliance of the Big Fish design has become even more apparent. Inspired by the success of Big Fish, as a private yacht, an explorer and a thriving charter business, we have developed a new concept for completion: Big Star. Drawing on the best and most popular features of Big Fish, together with the most outstanding attributes of the original 50-metre Star Fish design, this new concept represents a fresh start for this remarkable project. A completely new design, firmly planted in her spectacular heritage, ready to shine new light on the yachting world.

12 Exterior A A B C C B A

13 Bridge deck A B A D E C B C E D

14 Main deck A B D C B C A B D

15 Hull deck D B A B B C A C D

16 Alternative concepts Big Star represents the ultimate platform: a proven hull, highly efficient and designed for cruising the globe in comfort and safety; an extensive equipment inventory and immaculate engine room. Yet at the same time, a completely blank canvas. An opportunity for a completely new superstructure style. A totally fresh layout. An entirely new interior design. Together with Gregory Marshall Naval Architects, we have developed a few concepts ourselves. We have also invited some of the new design minds of our industry to offer their ideas. Maybe they give you some ideas of your own?

17 Gregory C Marshall Star Fish original design McMullen & Wing / Gregory C Marshall Explorer Bridge deck Sun deck Owner s deck Bridge deck Main deck Main deck Hull deck Hull deck

18 The ultimate blank canvas an invitation for your own creativity Claydon Reeves Cruiser concept Jorge Jabor Flyingfish concept Sun deck Bridge deck Sapphire Design House Dayboat concept Main deck Hull deck

19 Contact Further information is available on request, including: Pricing, construction specification, inventory of equipment included in sale. To discuss this opportunity, contact Michael Eaglen at McMullen & Wing at or +64 (0) , or contact any good yacht broker. Telephone: Address: 21 Gabador Place, Mount Wellington Auckland 1060, New Zealand Website: Acknowledgements McMullen & Wing would like to thank the designers who contributed to this presentation: Gregory C Marshall Naval Architects: Claydon Reeves: Jorge Jabor Yacht Design: Sapphire Design House: russvwood@aol.com This booklet is published by McMullen & Wing. Designed and produced by The Superyacht Agency.

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