The 68.2-metre Icon explorer yacht Ragnar has been sold by Konstantin Kolpakov of Arcon Yachts with Frank Grzeszczak Sr. of FGI Yacht Group representing the buyer.
Originally built as an ice-breaking multipurpose supply vessel in 2012, Ragnar was transformed into a world-girdling expedition yacht by Icon Yachts in Holland to a design by RWD and delivered in 2020. Her exterior is said to have been inspired by a medieval Viking helmet, while her interior takes cues from cosy ski chalets, Scottish castles and classic British pubs.
Most like a conventional yacht is the top deck, a sheltered but open-air space with a spa pool, bar, barbecue and seating area. Stairs on either side – one for crew and the other for guests – lead to the "A" deck, which is divided between the large wheelhouse and a panoramic upper saloon with space for outdoor dining.
The upper saloon features tartan fabrics, Chesterfield seats, dark-stained walnut walls and chevron parquet floors for a cosy pub-like feel. The main saloon features a British pub-style bar and wine cellar, and the dining room is complete with a full-size likeness of the Viking warrior Ragnar, after which the boat was named.
She can accommodate 12 guests and 17 crew on board and features two identical owner’s cabins on the "B" deck, both of which are connected to a private terrace and the forward observation lounge for enjoying the views. The guest cabins on the main deck are finished with bleached oak and light, neutral colours for a good night’s sleep.
Other highlights include a spa with plenty of warm travertine and teak to warm up after a ski expedition or an ice-cold shower.
She is equipped with electrically driven Wärtsilä Icepod thrusters, while the diesel-electric Caterpillar propulsion uses electric pod drives for a cruising speed of 12.5 knots topping out at 14 knots at half load, as well as a range of 6,000 nautical miles. A certified helideck can handle an Airbus EC145 helicopter and an industrial crane extends several metres and supports a load of up to 10 tonnes.
Ragnar was asking €69,500,000.
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