Introducing SHARKWATER, a 144’/44M converted dive and research vessel, originally built by Niigata in 1997 as a Japanese research vessel constructed to military standards. She underwent a meticulous conversion in 2012 and 2017, transforming her into an explorer yacht that seamlessly blends commercial-grade reliability with modern comfort.
SHARKWATER boasts expansive outdoor and indoor spaces. With a gross tonnage of 287 GT, SHARKWATER accommodates up to 12 guests across five well-appointed staterooms, including the Master Suite located on the pilothouse deck while the other staterooms are located on the main deck.Her spacious main deck features a comfortable lounging area and a separate dining area, while the vast covered aft deck includes a large dining table, a wet bar, and ample lounge seating. This versatile space could easily be enclosed and climate-controlled or repurposed as a covered storage and service area for a submarine.Key features include an observation area atop the pilothouse, a boat deck originally designed as a helicopter pad, which could be reactivated with minimal modifications. SHARKWATER is also equipped with a 5-ton davit crane capable of holding up to three tenders, ensuring seamless dive operations and adventure excursions.Her propulsion system is built for reliability and efficiency, featuring a low-hour. Designed to operate in all conditions, SHARKWATER is exceptionally seaworthy, with heavy-duty equipment and full backups to ensure smooth, uninterrupted cruising.She is fully equipped and ready to cruise around the world at the command of her next Owner.
SPECIAL FEATURES
- Great vessel for dive operations
- Excellent heavy duty equipment with full back ups
- Low hour, low RPM main engine with variable pitch propeller
- A 5-ton crane davit and a deck that can hold up to 3 tenders
- Ready to cruise around the world with a nod from her new Owner
Specifications
Overview
- Name:SHARKWATER
- Yacht Type:Motor Yacht
- Builder:Niigata
- Refits:2017-01-01
Dimensions
- Length Overall:43.89 metres
- Beam:7.32 metres
- Max Draught:3.96 metres
- Gross Tonnage:287
Construction
- Builder:Niigata
- Year of Build:1997
- Hull Type:Full Displacement
- Number of Decks:3
Performance & Capacities
- Max Speed:13 kn
- Cruising Speed:10 kn
- Fuel Capacity:92364 litres
- Water Capacity:24364 litres
- Range:7600 nm
- @ 10 kn
Engines
- Engine Make:Niigata
- Total power:1200hp
Materials
- Hull:Steel
- Superstructure:Steel
- Deck:Wood
Accommodation
- Guests:12
- Passenger Rooms:5
- Master Rooms:1
- Double Rooms: 2
- Twin Rooms:2