The first unit in the NL 50 Plus superyacht series has had its hull turned at Mengi Yay's facilities in Istanbul, Turkey. This marks a milestone for the project, which will soon progress to outfitting ahead of a 2026 delivery.
Construction on the 52.4-metre model began in March 2024 with a keel-laying ceremony virtually attended by the Nuvolari Lenard team.
The custom superyacht was developed in collaboration with Camper & Nicholsons and has a "highly efficient" hull designed by Van Oossanen. Another standout feature is the sundeck, described as "one of the largest in her category", complete with a custom heated spa pool and fire pit. The stern is also worth noting, designed as a vast beach club area with a drop-down platform that extends the sea terrace over the water. It also features an integrated custom pool.
Accommodation includes a 50-square-metre owner's cabin that incorporates a drawer-style, slide-out terrace. Guest accommodation is across four VIP cabins on the lower deck.
"The sliding balcony has a couple of modes – when closed, it leaves a little space outside where you can hang out by opening the window door," said naval architect and co-founder Carlo Nuvolari. "It’s perfect to take the air or to enjoy the view of the sea and surroundings day or night. When you slide the balcony out, the rail moves into place automatically, which means you can operate it and enjoy it in total privacy."
The interiors are entirely customisable, though the team at Nuvolari Lenard has multiple décor options prepared for the prospective owner. Other leisure highlights include the foredeck lounge, which doubles as an open-air cinema and storage space for a seven-metre tender and a variety of water toys.
"Our experience and the partnership with Mengi Yay and Camper & Nicholsons will be hugely beneficial," added Nuvolari. "We have all the Nuvolari Lenard Plus Capsule engineered and there is an NL 50 Plus in the shipyard, so the building process is underway and it is not just a drawing. Working with Camper & Nicholsons means we can also draw on their experience to make the communication, coordination and control of the projects much easier."
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