SIMENA takes her name from the ancient Lycian settlement that still overlooks the Mediterranean coast near Antalya. Accessible only by sea, it has served as a natural sanctuary, offering refuge to seafarers against the relentless force of the Mediterranean.
Drawing on that heritage, SIMENA is a refined blend of traditional sailing spirit and modern technology. Easy to handle yet striking in presence, she is designed to stand out on the big blue.
classic with character
SIMENA's exterior lines pay homage to the golden age of sailing, with a gracefully sculpted bow and a sweeping deck that flows effortlessly from stern to bow. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, her silhouette combines timeless aesthetics with subtle modern refinements.
Rich teak decking, polished stainless steel accents, and a perfectly balanced sail plan create a yacht that turns heads in any harbour, yet feels entirely at home on the open seas.
“I would describe her exterior design as “classic with character”. Although clipper ships were an effective inspiration for her styling details, the DNA of her hull shape comes from wooden ketch designs. The concept behind her superstructure is designed to serve contemporary cruising requirements."
Tanju Kalaycıoğlu - Taka Yacht Design
Simena Exterior Designer
timeless design
The exterior joinery preserves the essence of tradition with rich mahogany accents, harmoniously paired with luxurious outdoor upholstery.
The aft cockpit is designed for unforgettable social gatherings, offering panoramic views in a refined setting. A vast sunbed area, a convertible dining table for up to 14 guests, U-shaped lounge sofas, a fully equipped wet bar, and a Jacuzzi create the perfect stage for both afternoon relaxation and elegant evening soirées, further enhanced by a projector and concealed drop-down screen for open-air cinema experiences. For cooler conditions, the cockpit can be fully enclosed with isinglass, extending its use without losing its connection to the sea.
The flybridge features port and starboard wing stations, accessed via an automatic companionway door from the main deck. Above, the flybridge offers shade and sweeping views under a retractable sun awning. Forward, an exclusive 60 m² private foredeck lounge sets the scene for sunset parties.
elegant, relaxed and refined
Rooted in the golden age of yachting, SIMENA’s interior pairs classical elegance with a quietly contemporary sensibility. Rich walnut joinery, tonal textured leathers and soft fabrics create a warm, layered atmosphere, while antiqued brass accents lend the spaces a subtle sense of glamour. The result is an interior conceived not only for beauty, but for comfort, calm and effortless living on board.
The main saloon is arranged as a refined yet relaxed living space, where a generous L-shaped lounge to port and a formal dining setting to starboard create a balanced and highly usable layout. Entered from the aft cockpit through two electrically operated doors, it is crowned by a classically inspired skylight that brings natural light deep into the room and reinforces the yacht’s architectural character.
At the forward end, two electrically operated doors connect the space to the port and starboard corridors, while a separate starboard-side access point near the aft entrance allows guest and crew circulation to remain fully distinct. A large television rises from a concealed lift only when required, while integrated wine storage and extensive cabinetry are resolved within the rhythm of the joinery. The result is a saloon that feels composed, welcoming and easy to live with.
“Marrying traditional yachting values with contemporary technology and design, SIMENA’s interior styling is conceived as a relaxed and refined sanctuary, equally suited to escapism and to entertaining family and friends when required.”
Mark Tucker - Design Unlimited
Simena Interior Designer
a private sanctuary
Positioned forward on the main deck, the full-beam owner’s suite is conceived as a serene, apartment-like retreat where privacy, volume and quiet luxury come together with ease. A walk-around king-size bed anchors the room, accompanied by bedside tables, a dressing table and a daybed that lend the space a softer, more residential character. Forward, an open bathtub framed in marble forms a sculptural focal point, while finely woven metal mesh encased within bespoke glass divisions introduces a subtle separation between the sleeping area and the aft passage without diminishing the suite’s sense of openness.
To starboard, a generous dressing room is fitted with full-height wardrobes and extensive drawer storage, while to port, a spacious en suite bathroom features a large shower, twin basins and a separate enclosed toilet. Walnut joinery forms the foundation of the suite, enriched by tonal textured leathers, soft fabrics and antiqued brass accents, while woven leather detailing within the furniture adds another layer of quiet sophistication.
calm, tailored living
The guest accommodation is arranged across three double cabins and a twin, each conceived with a clean, relaxed geometry that feels elegant and comfortable in equal measure. Generous storage is integrated throughout, ensuring that each cabin remains uncluttered while being fully equipped for extended time on board. Walnut joinery, tonal leathers and soft fabrics continue SIMENA’s warm modern-classic language, with equal emphasis placed on comfort underway and ease of everyday living.
Each guest cabin has its own en suite bathroom, where marble-lined shower interiors, marble vanity surfaces and handmade ceramic tiles bring texture and depth to the spaces. Parquet flooring adds warmth underfoot, while the bathrooms themselves are resolved to feel both practical and enduring.
heart of the moment
At the centre of SIMENA’s interior, the main staircase is conceived as a sculptural feature, open in all four directions and linking the surrounding corridors with an elegant sense of flow. Positioned between the saloon and wheelhouse, its split-level design combines warm timber, walnut, leather and brass detailing with brass pillars and tinted mirror surfaces to create a mood that is both glamorous and composed.
Suspended within the stairwell, a bespoke chandelier designed exclusively for SIMENA forms the focal point of the space, its woven shape inspired by the currents of the Eastern Mediterranean. This bespoke language continues through the adjoining corridors, where custom wall lights and finely resolved feature details give the circulation spaces a distinctly tailored character.
the sea, within reach
A dedicated side boarding platform gives guests direct access to the sea from the guest accommodation deck, allowing a more immediate and private connection to the water without returning to the main deck. A side boarding ladder links the main deck to this platform, creating clear and convenient circulation between the yacht and the waterline.
On the foredeck, SIMENA carries a custom-built ARES tender created specifically for this yacht and styled by her exterior designer, together with a semi-custom Northstar Orion 7 rescue boat. The custom tender measures 6.80 metres in length, while the rescue boat is fitted with the same Yanmar 250 hp inboard engine and a revised aft configuration developed for SIMENA. Both craft are secured in dedicated foredeck cradles and launched and recovered by crane, ensuring safe and efficient day-to-day operation.
propulsion, evolved
SIMENA’s parallel hybrid propulsion system combines a single 882 kW MAN diesel engine, a 220 kW Ramme electric motor, three 86 kW CAT generator sets and a Servogear controllable-pitch propeller in a highly versatile six-mode configuration.
Designed to adapt to different cruising profiles, the system enables silent electric propulsion, efficient long-range diesel passage making, hydro-regeneration under sail, and pure sailing with the propeller feathered. She reaches 14 knots under diesel power, offering a range of 4,000 nautical miles at 9 knots, while electric mode allows extended range of up to 6,000 nautical miles under optimized conditions. Under sail, she has achieved 14 knots, with a projected top speed of 16 knots in 20 knots of wind at a 100° wind angle.
She has been awarded a 4-star SEA Index rating, with a certified value of 138.5 gCO₂/GT.hr, as assessed by Lloyd’s Register Advisory Services B.V. under the authority of the Superyacht Eco Association, reflecting a strong commitment to environmentally responsible operation. Further underscoring her bluewater credentials, she is classed by RINA for unrestricted navigation and registered in George Town, Cayman Islands.
Technical Specifications
Tanju Kalaycioglu
Taka Yacht Design
Design Unlimited
Tanju Kalaycıoğlu
Taka Yacht Design
Chris Mitchell
14 Knots
11 Knots
4000 NM @11 Knots
499 GT
Diesel Mode: Main engine drives propulsion.
Electric Propulsion Mode: Generators supply the electric motor for low-noise propulsion.
Diesel + PTO Mode: Main engine drives propulsion while the electric machine supplies onboard electrical power.
PTO Mode: Main engine drives the electric machine for power generation only.
Hydro-regeneration Mode: Under sail, propeller rotation generates electrical power.
Pure Sailing Mode: Both engine and electric machine are disengaged, with the propeller feathered.
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