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How the Spectacular Superyacht Scout is Making Waves

Named for one of her owners’ dogs, Scout is a base from which they can explore the world.

By Ellie Brade

In 2019, over 150 brand-new superyachts were delivered; one of the standout designs of the year was the 209-ft yacht Scout , built for owner James Berwind and his partner, Kevin Clark. Named for one of her owners’ beloved dogs, she is set to be a semi-permanent base from which they can explore the world — canine companions  and all.

The story of Scout begins with a simple napkin. “We started with a sketch on a napkin before interviewing any designers,” say Berwind and Clark. “Our wish list was to have a capable, comfortable explorer to travel the world, and we got a long-range ice-classed yacht with ample crew and guest areas, advanced systems for fuel efficiency, telecommunications and responsible waste management.” From the moment of that very first sketch, the couple was extremely hands on throughout every stage of the build, resulting in an incredibly personal yacht. “During the build we were involved 110%, in every aspect of the project,” they say.

Once they’d developed an initial concept for the yacht, a range of designers were approached, with UK-based H2 Yacht Design eventually being commissioned for both the exterior and interior design. “Jonny Horsfield was a fantastic collaborator; he and his team executed our vision impeccably,” say Berwind and Clark. The decision was made to build at Hakvoort Shipyard in the Netherlands; Scout is now the biggest yacht that the 100-year-old yard has built to date.

Scout ’s fun detailing and a quirky design approach, paired with a contemporary and practical layout, make the yacht eminently usable while still bursting with personality. “ Scout ’s design was influenced by Fritz Lang’s Metropolis , the interiors of Jules Verne’s Nautilus submarine, every James Bond villain’s lair, with a touch of Looney Tunes ,” say Berwind and Clark. “Everything about the interior focuses on the outside views with abundant windows and sliding glass walls.”

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The sumptuous master bedroom about the superyacht Scout

A sleek interior lounge with maritime-inspired details

Her distinct exterior design pairs hardy explorer capabilities, striking lines and a hint of trawler influence. While this sounds slightly odd on paper, in real life it works in a stunning way. This is a yacht with her own style — inside and out — that turns heads wherever she goes. Distinctive design elements include a high freeboard, exposed tenders in the bow with cut-down bulwarks and integrated forward-sloping windows.

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Her gray hull and white superstructure are complemented by playful pops of yellow. “She is a very unique vessel that really captures the owners’ passion for being on the water and their fun outlook on yachting,” says Captain Kynan McDonald. “It’s been an exciting project to be a part of.”

On board the yacht, in addition to her owners, Scout is able to welcome up to eight guests in four cabins, each with its own nautical-inspired theme. The main deck is a focal guest space, with a beautiful main saloon that includes an LCD ceiling that mirrors the outside scenes. Complementing the main saloon is a large winter garden — a social hub that is perfect for year-round use, thanks to frameless glass panels that provide shelter when needed and retract when not in use, plus full air conditioning.

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The winter garden space features a cocktail bar for sharing fresh beverages and a dining table for 14; it’s no surprise that this is a favorite spot for hosting. Aft of the winter garden is an intimate C-shaped fire pit that’s ideal for gathering around as the sun sets, with atmospheric flames flickering in front of the horizon.

A beautiful private owner’s apartment is accessed via a library studded with nautical-themed artifacts. The apartment is a stylish retreat with multiple spaces including an observation lounge forward — this characterful space includes a hidden bar area within a globe structure, seating around stone-topped tables inset with constellations and a carbon fiber squid sculpture by British artist Alistair Gibson hanging from the ceiling. The owners’ full-beam bedroom suite has two large bathrooms, walk-in closets and frosted full-length windows to port and starboard.

A rear view of the superyacht Scout

The master suite leads out to what the owners affectionately call “Puppy Park,” a custom-designed garden area for their two dogs, Scout and Brio, to enjoy. With their pets set to be on board for long stretches of time, it was very important to design the boat with this specialist usage in mind. “The dogs have their own ‘yard,’ all materials on board are pet-friendly, and all access points, such as the gates, scuppers and door sensors, are ‘puppy proofed,’” say Berwind and Clark. This passion for animals also extended to the construction of the yacht itself. “As animal rights activists, we used no animal-based materials — no fur, no hide, no bone, etc. — on board.”

Above the main deck, the bridge deck is home to the modern bridge, which has sophisticated operating systems and comfortable seating for those wanting to watch the captain at work. This deck also features another very personal space — dubbed the ‘greenhouse’ — which has been designed around the owners’ passion for gardening, and includes its own potting shed, sink and gardening equipment.

Outdoors, a favorite spot has proved to be the vast, multipurpose sundeck. “We live up there with our guests and dogs, and we also love the open fore to aft space,” say Berwind and Clark. The sundeck is an impressive open space, even by superyacht standards, with features including an inviting Jacuzzi and sweeping views across the ocean.

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A helipad on the foredeck allows guests to arrive and depart in style by chopper, while an impressive crane ensures easy deployment of the vessel’s two 26-ft tenders. A packed lineup of toys and water equipment ensures that Scout ’s guests can enjoy their ocean playground no matter where they cruise. The yacht’s custom limousine tender, built by Cockwells, has been finished in the same color scheme as Scout and can carry up to 10 guests while reaching a thrilling top speed of 37 knots.

While the average superyacht is used for just six weeks a year, Scout will buck the trend, with her owners hoping to spend up to seven months of the year on board: It will be a true home away from home. “We plan to use Scout as our primary home for the next several years and hope to travel extensively wherever, whenever, with safety as a primary concern,” say Berwind and Clark.

“Bucket list locations include the British Isles, the Far East and Hawaii .” With her ice-classed hull, very little of the world will be off limits, and there is no doubt that her owners are set to enjoy cruising on board just as much as they enjoyed the build process. Scout truly embodies the endless possibilities of custom yacht building where, if you can dream it, it can be made a reality.

A lounge on one of the many decks aboard superyacht Scout

Images: Jeff Brown — Breed Media

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Real-life Succession in Kinsale as Billionaire's €80m superyacht pulls in for a pint at the Dock

Owner James Berwind is a fascinating character with a big story - and that's not a bad little boat

• 10:14, 1 JUN 2023
• Updated 10:15, 1 JUN 2023

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If you're missing the mega-hit TV drama Succession - you should take a trip to Kinsale to have a look at the real thing, in the form of the superyacht Scout and its billionaire owner, heir to a massive, shared family fortune.

The gorgeous yacht 'Scout' is tied up in front of the famous Dock pub this morning, taking up quite a lot of the Castlepark Marina as it becomes the first super-yacht of the summer to visit Cork Harbour.

The Scout as an impressive 209ft superyacht built in Holland in 2019 - originally, it is believed, to a design specified by the members of the Heineken family (yes, THAT Heineken) but bought by American James Berwind in 2020 for a price believed to be around €80m.

A deep ocean cruiser, she can comfortably cater for up to 10 guests and 14 staff and with its classic lines and relatively subdued design (for a superyacht at least) is considered one of the coolest yachts in the world. The fact that it has amenities including a fully equipped gym, cinema room, 3 bars, and a huge sun deck with a jacuzzi also helps on the desirability front.

However, it's the story of the owner, James Berwind (believed to be in Kinsale with his beloved Scout, named for one of the family dogs) that is even more fascinating.

The Florida-based Berwind is an heir to a vast, shared family fortune and with his brothers and sisters, part owner of an international global corporation - but he has forged a very different path in life to his father and grandfather before him.

His famous forebears Edward Julius and Charles Frederick Berwind were the founders of the Berwind-White Coal Mining company in America in the 1860s, which became a vast mining conglomerate that it still privately held in a family trust today. It has diversified from mining into areas including manufacturing and real estate. The Berwind Corporation's real estate holdings alone are worth around $3bn dollars.

However, while the family made its fortune in fossil fuels - James Berwind and his long-time partner Kevin Clark have devoted themselves to philanthropy, mostly focused on animal welfare and environmentalism, a path that could hardly be more different from that chosen by his coal-baron forebears.

His father Charles Graham Berwind was in the coal business and kept up the family passions for pastimes like Polo and Yachting.

With a personal fortune estimated to be around €500m and as a part of the family trust overseeing the Berwind Corporation, James Berwind is an architect who - along with his siblings - runs the international philanthropy foundation Spring Point Partners , supporting projects and people involved in environmental and community development worldwide.

Their mission is equality, justice and protecting the environment, a far cry from their forebears who made their vast family wealth in the coal mines of the United States.

And James himself, who sold his Palm Beach, Florida water-side mansion for $26.7m in 2021, has founded and runs several animal shelters and charities that protect vulnerable animals.

He is reported to have made the yacht Scout a 'semi-permanent home, to be used to explore the world" along with his long-term partner Kevin Clark. And you might see the man around Kinsale over the coming days, the yacht has dropped in after a visit to Dublin and will be on its way again shortly.

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Who Owns Superyacht Scout? (The Unexpected Answer)

When you hear the words “superyacht” and “scout” together, you may be expecting to hear about a team of experts out searching for the best possible vessels to match their clients’ needs. But what if we told you that Superyacht Scout was actually something different? In this article, we will take a deep dive into Superyacht Scout and uncover the unexpected answer to the question: who owns Superyacht Scout? We’ll explore the experienced yacht brokers, the fleet of vessels available, the services they provide, financing and insurance options, and their commitment to customers. So, are you ready to find out the unexpected answer to the question of who owns Superyacht Scout? Read on to find out!

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Short Answer

Superyacht Scout is owned by the Dubai-based company, Yacht Scout Ltd.

It is one of the world’s most luxurious superyachts, featuring a lavish interior design and modern amenities.

It is a 142-foot vessel that is capable of carrying up to 12 passengers and a crew of 12.

It is available for charter and has been featured in several magazines and television shows.

Overview of Superyacht Scout

When it comes to luxury yachting, Superyacht Scout is one of the most well-known and respected companies in the industry.

Founded over 30 years ago, Superyacht Scout has become one of the leading yacht brokerage and charter companies in the world.

The company operates out of its headquarters in Monaco and has a fleet of over 400 yachts, ranging from 30m to over 200m.

Superyacht Scout offers a comprehensive range of services, including yacht sales, chartering, management, refitting, financing, insurance, and training.

They are dedicated to providing the best experience to their customers, making sure that their yacht ownership dreams become a reality.

At the helm of Superyacht Scout is an experienced team of yacht brokers who have worked in the industry for decades.

The team is headed up by the company’s CEO, who has been with the company since its inception.

With their expertise and knowledge, they have built a successful business that is renowned in the industry for its quality service and commitment to customer satisfaction.

With their extensive network of contacts, they are able to offer their customers access to the best yachts on the market.

So, who owns Superyacht Scout? The answer is quite simple.

The company is owned by the CEO and the team of experienced yacht brokers.

Together, they have worked hard to build a successful business that has become one of the leading yacht brokerage and charter companies in the world.

They are dedicated to providing their customers with the best experience and are committed to making sure that their yacht ownership dreams become a reality.

Who Owns Superyacht Scout?

Superyacht Scout is a luxury yacht brokerage and charter company based in Monaco that is owned and operated by experienced yacht brokers.

The company is owned by a team of experienced yacht brokers, each with over 30 years of experience in the luxury yacht industry.

This team of brokers provides a comprehensive range of services, including yacht sales, chartering, management, refitting, financing options, insurance, and training services, all designed to help clients achieve their yacht ownership dreams.

The company has an impressive fleet of over 400 boats, ranging from 30 meters to over 200 meters, making it one of the largest and most diverse yacht brokers in the world.

This impressive selection of yachts allows Superyacht Scout to provide customers with the perfect yacht for their needs, whether they are looking to buy, rent, or refit.

The company is committed to providing the best service and experience to its customers, and it is this commitment that sets Superyacht Scout apart from other yacht brokers.

The team of experienced brokers work hard to ensure that customers are provided with all the information they need to make the right decision when it comes to buying, renting, or refitting a yacht.

Furthermore, the company’s customer service team is always on hand to provide support and answer any questions customers may have.

The Experienced Yacht Brokers

When it comes to yacht brokerage and charter companies, Superyacht Scout stands out as one of the most experienced in the industry.

Owned and operated by experienced yacht brokers, the company has a team of professionals that have a combined total of more than 30 years of experience in the yacht industry.

This team of experts is committed to providing the best services and experience for their customers in order to make their dream of yacht ownership a reality.

The team is led by several of the most experienced yacht brokers in the business.

These brokers have a wealth of knowledge of the industry and are able to provide customers with valuable advice and guidance in order to make the most informed decision when choosing a yacht.

The brokers have a deep understanding of the various options available and can help customers find the perfect yacht for their needs.

The team at Superyacht Scout also has a wealth of experience in yacht sales, chartering, management, and refitting.

This allows them to provide customers with a wide variety of services, ensuring that they have the best experience possible when it comes to purchasing, owning, and managing their yacht.

Additionally, the team is also able to provide financing options, insurance, and training services, making sure that customers have the best options available to them when it comes to owning a yacht.

Superyacht Scouts Fleet

When it comes to Superyacht Scout, it’s clear that the company is serious about providing the best service and experience to its customers.

From a fleet of over 400 yachts ranging from 30m to over 200m, Superyacht Scout offers a variety of services including yacht sales, chartering, management, and refitting.

What’s more, they offer a range of financing options, insurance, and training services to make sure that customers’ dreams of owning a luxury yacht become a reality.

The sheer size of the Superyacht Scout fleet sets it apart from other yacht brokers.

With so many options to choose from, customers are sure to find a yacht that perfectly suits their needs.

The fleet includes both motor and sailing yachts of various sizes, from 30m to over 200m, so there is something to suit everyone.

The company also offers a range of luxury extras such as helicopter transfers, private chefs, and onboard entertainment.

In addition to the large variety of yachts, Superyacht Scout is committed to providing the highest level of service and experience to its clients.

With over 30 years of experience in the industry, the company’s team of experienced yacht brokers are highly knowledgeable and can help customers find the perfect yacht for their needs.

They also provide a range of financing options, insurance, and training services so that customers can get the best out of their yacht ownership experience.

All in all, Superyacht Scout is the perfect choice for those looking to invest in a luxury yacht.

With a fleet of over 400 yachts ranging from 30m to over 200m, the company offers a wide variety of services, financing options, insurance, and training services for customers to get the most out of their yacht ownership experience.

Services Provided by Superyacht Scout

Superyacht Scout is a luxury yacht brokerage and charter company based in Monaco that offers a variety of services to its customers.

The company offers yacht sales, chartering, management, and refitting services, as well as financing options, insurance, and training services.

The company has a fleet of over 400 yachts, ranging from 30m to over 200m, making it one of the largest and most diverse yacht brokers in the world.

Superyacht Scout prides itself on offering the best service and experience to customers, so they can make their yacht ownership dreams a reality.

For those looking to purchase a yacht, Superyacht Scout offers a wide selection of vessels from some of the most reputable yacht builders in the world.

The company’s experienced brokers are available to help customers through every step of the process, from finding the perfect yacht to negotiating the best price.

Superyacht Scout also offers financing options to make the purchase easier and more accessible.

Once customers have purchased their yacht, Superyacht Scout offers a range of services for managing and maintaining it.

The company can provide full-time crew to take care of the vessel and its passengers, as well as detailed maintenance and refitting services.

Superyacht Scout also offers insurance and training services to ensure that the yacht is properly looked after and that its passengers are safe.

Finally, Superyacht Scout provides chartering services for those who want to experience the thrill of sailing on a luxury yacht without the commitment of ownership.

The companys experienced brokers are available to help customers find the perfect yacht for their needs and negotiate the best possible rate.

From short-term charters to long-term rentals, Superyacht Scout has the perfect yacht for every occasion.

With over 30 years of experience in the industry and a fleet of over 400 yachts, Superyacht Scout is one of the largest and most diverse yacht brokers in the world.

The company is dedicated to providing the best service and experience to its customers, so they can make their yacht ownership dreams a reality.

Financing and Insurance Options

At Superyacht Scout, we understand that the purchase of a luxury yacht is a significant investment and can be overwhelming.

Thats why we offer a comprehensive range of financing and insurance options to help make the process easier.

We can assist our customers with a variety of financing options, including traditional bank loans, marine financing, and private equity.

Our team of experienced yacht brokers can also help customers explore insurance options for their yacht.

We offer a selection of the best and most reliable marine insurance policies to protect our customers and their investments.

We can provide coverage for hull and machinery, marine liability, and personal accident insurance, among other options.

At Superyacht Scout, we strive to make the process of owning a yacht as stress-free and seamless as possible.

We provide our customers with the financial and insurance options they need to make their yacht ownership dreams a reality.

Superyacht Scouts Commitment to Customers

When it comes to luxury yacht brokerage and charter services, Superyacht Scout stands out from the rest.

This Monaco-based company is owned and operated by experienced yacht brokers, who have over 30 years of experience in the industry.

Not only do they have a fleet of over 400 yachts ranging from 30m to over 200m, but they also provide a variety of services, including yacht sales, chartering, management, and refitting.

Beyond the services that they provide, Superyacht Scout is also committed to providing the best service and experience to their customers.

This means they provide a range of financing options, insurance, and training services to help ensure that their client’s yacht ownership dreams become a reality.

They also have a team of professional staff who are on hand to help with any questions or enquiries that their customers may have.

The team at Superyacht Scout are dedicated to providing an outstanding level of customer service, which is why they go the extra mile to ensure that their clients have the best experience possible.

From the moment a customer contacts them, they are treated with the utmost respect and their needs are taken into account.

From helping to select the right yacht for their needs, to offering advice and support throughout the entire process, Superyacht Scout is committed to ensuring that their customers have a successful and enjoyable yacht ownership experience.

Final Thoughts

It’s clear that Superyacht Scout is a leader in luxury yacht brokerage and chartering services.

With over 30 years of experience in the industry and a fleet of over 400 yachts, they offer a wide range of services and financing options to make sure that their customers can make their yacht ownership dreams come true.

If you’re looking to purchase or charter a yacht, give Superyacht Scout a call and experience their commitment to excellence for yourself.

James Frami

At the age of 15, he and four other friends from his neighborhood constructed their first boat. He has been sailing for almost 30 years and has a wealth of knowledge that he wants to share with others.

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Real-life Succession in Cork as billionaire's €80m superyacht docks for pint in local pub

The owner of the superyacht, James Berwind has a net worth of €500 million and is an heir to a massive family fortune, just like in Succession

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A billionaire who is the heir to a massive fortune recently pulled his yacht into Kinsale in the hopes of getting a pint.

Superyacht 'Scout' is anchored outside of the famous Dock pub, inhabiting a lot of the Castlepark Marina, becoming the first superyacht of the summer to visit Cork Harbour, Cork Beo reports.

The 209ft superyacht was made in Holland in 2019 - supposedly commissioned by members of the Heineken family (yes, THAT Heineken) but purchased by American James Berwind in 2020 for close to €80 million.

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Up to 10 guests and 14 staff can be accommodated. It is considered one of the coolest yachts in the world. It has amenities such as a fully equipped gym, cinema room, three bars and a large sun deck with a jacuzzi.

Owner James Berwind (believed to be in Kinsale with his beloved Scout, has an interesting story of his own).

The Florida man is an heir to a vast, shared family fortune and with his brothers and sisters, co-owns an international global corporation.

His famous forebears Edward Julius and Charles Frederick Berwind were the founders of the Berwind-White Coal Mining company in America in the 1860s.

This developed into a mining conglomerate that it still privately kept in a family trust today.

It has moved into areas including manufacturing and real estate. The Berwind Corporation's real estate holdings alone are worth an estimated $3 billion.

James Berwind and his long-time partner Kevin Clark have given their lives to philanthropy, with animal welfare and environmentalism to the fore.

His father Charles Graham Berwind was in the coal business and enjoyed polo and yachting.

With a net worth of around €500 million, James Berwind is an architect supporting projects and people involved in environmental and community development worldwide.

He is reported to have made the yacht Scout a "semi-permanent home, to be used to explore the world" along with his long-term partner Kevin Clark. And you might see the man around Kinsale over the coming days, the yacht has dropped in after a visit to Dublin and will be on its way again shortly.

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VIDEO: See inside the $85m superyacht moored in Belfast

A luxury superyacht moored in Belfast since last Wednesday has caught the attention of the public.

The Scout is a 63 metre vessel owned by the US millionaire James Berwind, part of the family-owned Berwind Corporation.

It’s understood the American businessman has been on an Irish tour with his partner Kevin Clark in recent weeks, with the yacht spotted in both Cork and Dublin.

He also has business interests in Northern Ireland, with Dundonald firm Sepha part of the Berwind Corporation's extensive portfolio of interests.

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The superyacht was built in 2018 by Hakvoort Shipyards in the Netherlands, with interior and exterior design work carried out by H2 Yacht Design in London.

While onlookers have been admiring the yacht from the outside, industry publication Boat Shopping International has cataloged its interior, allowing us to glimpse what an $85m yacht looks like inside.

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Hakvoort delivers 63m Flagship Superyacht SCOUT

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Representing Hakvoort ’s largest motor yacht built to date, the 63.72m (209’) superyacht SCOUT has been delivered to her proud American owners, leaving Amsterdam on the 16th April 2019. The yacht features striking timeless exterior lines and elegant interiors, both designed by H2 Yacht Design . SCOUT is the new flagship of the shipyard, spreading 11.6 metres in a beam with a draft of 3.36m, offering great spaces on board with naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design .

SCOUT cruising profile of the yacht – Credit – Tom van Oossanen

Constructed for an accomplished yachtsman, the shipyard, owner’s team and designers closely cooperated on creating SCOUT’s bespoke exterior design and interiors, resulting in a significant vintage maritime aesthetic that respects the owners’ authentic vision.

“The client was closely involved throughout the whole process and had a very clear idea of what aesthetic he was looking for both inside and out,” explains Jonny Horsfield, Founder of H2 Yacht Design in London. “The overall interior aesthetic can best be described as Jules Verne meets Ian Fleming meets Fritz Lang. We were inspired by the underwater world, sea creatures, and this industrial, nautical design philosophy – with a hint of a Bond villain’s lair.”

SCOUT maiden voyage – Credit – Tom van Oossanen

The exterior feature a unique high bow with exposed tenders in the bow with cut-down bulwarks and incorporated forward leaning windows. The yacht features fabulous attention to detail with everything on the yacht styled to achieve a perfect harmony of the design philosophy. The main style is industrial, with onboard elements such as the industrial-style stairs, heavy looking bolts running through the exterior or the exterior bar area on the man deck that was inspired by the engine room vents.

Great level of attention has also been applied to her interior areas: adds Horsfield: “Inside, the design is a little off-the-wall – we’ve never done anything like this before. The main saloon is a particular talking point with a huge bespoke polished nickel coffee table sat below an interactive LCD ceiling that mirrors the outside environment. Throughout the corridors, we have pulsing, flashing lights in the ceilings which is a nod to the pulsing lights of the power source of the submarine in 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. Each guest cabin is styled the same with a different theme, and down to the door handles which look like repurposed cleats, everything is true to SCOUT’s design philosophy.”

Luxury yacht SCOUT _ Credit – Tom van Oossanen

“The owner didn’t want a regular white boat, and we’ve really stood up to the challenge of creating a very unique vessel. The owner challenged all of us at the studio and the yard to think outside of the box, and the result is one of the most interesting projects of my career.”

SCOUT is fitted with two Caterpillar 3512C Diesel engines, reaching a top speed o 14.8 knots with a cruising speed of 12.5 knots. She has an ICE CLASS hull and an autonomous range of 4,800 nautical miles at 12 knots with great ocean-keeping.

In addition to this exciting new delivery and with 2019 marking Hakvoort’s 100th birthday, the shipyard is also proud to announce the signing of a contract for a new 61m superyacht as well as additional two yachts currently under build.

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In Pictures: Inside the 64 Metre Hakvoort Explorer Yacht Scout

From the sea.

Scout and its Cockwells tender have the same striking yellow colour scheme.

The Master Suite

The master suite's shaggy carpet evokes seagrass.

Behind the bed in the master suite.

The Globe Bar (Open)

The globe also stores glasses and plates.

Scout's Lego sculpture

The LEGO model of Scout sits in the main saloon

Main Deck Lounge Area

The exterior lounge area on the main deck, complete with fire pit, which is aft of the al fresco dining area-cum winter garden.

Captain Kynan McDonald’s bridge console features seven monitors and 12 more screens and gauges overhead

The Powder Room

A very Jules Verne main deck powder room.

Scout carries a custom 8 metre tender built by Cockwells.

The Aft View

The aft view of Scout on the water.

To learn more about  Scout , read  BOAT's  yacht report on the explorer , first published in the October 2019 issue.

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63.72m  /  209'1 | hakvoort | 2019.

Owner & Guests

Cabin Configuration

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Special Features:

• Guest elevator
• Impressive 4,800nm range
• Ice-class hull
• Two VIP cabins
• Lloyds Register Ice-Class classification

The award winning 63.72m/209'1" expedition yacht 'Scout' was built by Hakvoort in the Netherlands at their Monnickendam shipyard. Her interior is styled by English designer design house H2 Yacht Design and she was delivered to her owner in April 2019. This luxury vessel's exterior design is the work of H2 Yacht Design.

Guest Accommodation

Scout has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests in 6 suites comprising two VIP cabins. Additionally, there are 2 staff cabins aboard. She is also capable of carrying up to 18 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience.

Onboard Comfort & Entertainment

Her features include sauna, elevator, underwater lights, gym and air conditioning.

Range & Performance

Scout is built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, with teak decks. Powered by twin diesel Caterpillar (3512C) 1,575hp engines running at 1800rpm, she comfortably cruises at 12 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 15 knots with a range of up to 4,800 nautical miles from her 159,000 litre fuel tanks at 12 knots. Scout features at-anchor stabilizers providing exceptional comfort levels. Her water tanks store around 26,000 Litres of fresh water. She was built to Lloyds Register Ice-Class classification society rules, and is MCA Compliant.

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Scout Awards & Nominations

• World Yachts Trophies 2019 Best Layout Finalist
• Boat International Design & Innovation Awards 2020 Outstanding Exterior Motor Yachts - 50m and above Finalist
• Boat International Design & Innovation Awards 2020 Best Naval Architecture: Displacement Motor Yachts Finalist
• Boat International Design & Innovation Awards 2020 Best Interior Design Motor Yachts 500GT and Above Finalist
• Boat International Design & Innovation Awards 2020 Outstanding Lifestyle Feature Finalist
• Boat International Design & Innovation Awards 2020 Judges' Commendation For Holistic Design Winner
• The World Superyacht Awards 2020 Displacement Motor Yachts Between 1000GT and 1499GT Nomination

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M/Y Scout

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Scout Yacht 101: An Insider’s Guide

The Scout yacht was built by Hakvoort Shipyards in the Netherlands back in the year 2019. Both the interior and exterior design work was done by English design house H2 Yacht Design with naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design. Ownership of the yacht actually changed hands during the construction process in 2018. It started life as Project Zeus and then was changed to Project Brio when a new owner took over, before finally being christened Scout when it was finished. 

Who is the Scout Yacht Owner?

Scout is owned by James Berwind, philanthropist and heir to the Berwind Corporation. His net worth is estimated at around $500 million and, along with his partner Kevin Clark, he purchased the Scout for them and their rescue dogs. The name of the yacht is not one that sounds unusual at first, especially for an expedition yacht but it’s actually named after Berwind’s dog. One of the features of the yacht is actually a custom sculpture of Scout the dog.

Unlike some yacht owners, Berwin and Clark spend a lot of time on this yacht,essentially living on it as it suits their outdoor and travel-loving lifestyle. Berwind has said that the idea for the yacht came to him and Clark during a conversation about what they’d want and sketching it out on a napkin, well before they even spoke to a designer.

How Big is the Yacht Scout?

The Scout is an expedition yacht that clocks in at 209’1” in length. Not nearly the longest yacht in the world but definitely something that qualifies as a superyacht based on the length alone. In addition to the length, it’s got a beam of 36’9” and weighs in with a gross tonnage of 1,461 GT.

How Much Did the Scout Yacht Cost?

The Scout Yacht cost its owner a tidy sum of about $85 million back in 2019. It’s been reported that the annual running costs for the yacht are somewhere between $5 million and $8 million which is not unusual for a yacht of this size at all.

Is Yacht Charter A Possibility with the Scout Yacht?

At this time the Scout is not available for charter. 

How Fast is the Scout Motor Yacht and What Engines Does it Use?

The Scout has a cruising speed of 12.5 knots and it has a top speed of 15.2 knots although some sources report this a little bit lower at around 14.8 knots. It has a range of 4,800 nautical miles which it can achieve thanks to a pair of Caterpillar diesel (3512C) 1,575hp engines running at 1800 rpm. The yacht has 159,000 liter fuel capacity as well.

What’s the Interior of the Scout Yacht Like?

Because Berwind and Clark use the yacht as a home more so than simply a luxury toy, the interior design of the Scout is very comfortable and inviting. You’ll notice in the photos that, even though it does have that look of luxury, there’s also something a little more like a penthouse apartment than a fancy hotel feel. Things like the plush master suite and the on board garden show that there’s an interest in making this yacht a home more than what you might see on other luxury yachts and especially on charter vessels which have to be a little more impersonal. 

None of that is to suggest the Scout doesn’t have a lot of those great luxury features that make superyachts so enticing. Quite the opposite, in fact. There’s a lot going on with this vessel. It has room on board for 10 guests across five separate cabins.

The Master suite is accessed through a personally curated library of books, antiques and nautical-themed features that have appealed to the owners. It’s roughly the size of a studio apartment in Manhattan and stretches the full beam of the ship. It features two full bathrooms, walk-in closets and frosted, full-length windows at port and starboard. There’s also a private terrace for taking in views of the sea. The terrace also serves as a place for the owner’s dogs to play and get some fresh air on board.

In addition to the master suit, there are two VIP suites for guests as well as 2 double staterooms. 

Berwind and Clark were hands-on during the entire design process of the yacht and ensured that there were some serious pop culture influences at play. Berwind has stated that the design aesthetic was influenced by Fritz Lang’s classic science fiction film Metropolis, the interiors of Jules Verne’s Nautilus submarine, every James Bond villain’s lair, and even Looney Tunes cartoons. You’ll probably never find another yacht with a similar pedigree.

Amenities and Features

• The owner has hand-picked artwork throughout the yacht including many pieces by New York artist William Steiger
• A custom-designed one of a kind greenhouse can be accessed from the puppy park and features a wide array of hanging and potted plants tended by Berwind himself.
• A custom, high-tech security system, details of which are obviously not available, was installed to keep the vessel safe as it travels to all parts of the world and could potentially face some dangerous situations.
• A guest elevator to help navigate between decks
• A helipad at the foredeck allows guests to come and go via helicopter even when the vessel is at sea
• The steel hull over aluminum superstructure is built to be ice class, meaning it’s stronger than a typical yacht and can handle travel in sub-zero temperatures. This also means the propeller and rudder are designed to be more robust and capable of navigating frigid Northern waters as well. 
• There is both an on deck pool and sauna for relaxing located on a massive sundeck
• Like many similar yachts, the Scout features a gym, fully equipped with the latest gear, for working out.
• A cinema room for movie watching
• Both formal and casual dining areas depending on mood and occasion 
• The yacht was designed with an eye towards running greener and more sustainably than some other yachts. To that end the engines have improve fuel efficiency and waste management systems are also highly advanced to cut down on the yacht’s overall footprint
• The upper deck features a large sunbed and then features a large area for parties, dining, or just lounging
• The ceiling of the main saloon is an LCD screen that mirrors the exterior view, making it seem as though you’re outside despite being in
• The Scout has a pair of 26 foot tenders that can be brought on board or lowered into the sea viz the on-board crane system

The Scout also houses a number of nautical toys but a full list of things such as jet skis and seabobs has not been made public to allow us to know the extent of the items on board.

The Bottom Line

The superyacht Scout was built by Hakvoort yachts and is owned by James Berwind. It was launched in 2019. An expedition yacht with a hull designed to handle even the coldest temperatures, Berwind spends a lot of time living on the yacht with his partner and rescue dogs. This includes a dog named Scout, who the yacht was named after.

At just over 209 feet it’s a large yacht, though far from the biggest, and it’s believed to have cost Berwind $85 million. It has a maximum speed of just over 15 knots. Because it’s used not just as a pleasure boat but as a home, it has many features that make it more unique than a typical yacht which includes a lot of custom facilities designed to handle dogs, such as a puppy garden on an observation deck. In addition, there are features such as a garden that grows hanging and potted plants year round. 

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A California yacht owner's vicious beef with a dock worker has reached death-threat levels -- and their exchange was caught on camera and included a nude, and very rude, gesture!

Check out the clip ... it all unfolds when San Diego entrepreneur Ajay Thakore swings by the swanky Marriott Marquis Marina in his rare $4.5M Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63 yacht to pick up one of his employees -- but things boil over when dock worker Joseph Holt tells him he can't be there.

Thakore, the CEO of medical advertising firm Doctor Multimedia, flips out on Holt big time ... and starts spewing threats like, "I will kill you, you know I will kill you, I will kill."

And it doesn't stop there -- as Thakore's pulling out of the harbor, he drops trou to make a full frontal salute in Holt's direction. Stay classy, San Diego!

Holt's only retaliation was flipping the bird, and he later told CBS8 that was all he could do to keep his cool and avoid escalating the situation.

Holt says parts of the altercation were not captured on camera, and he adds ... Thakore not only threatened to kill him, but also claimed to have connections who could totally mess up his life.

Holt also says Thakore pulled out $100 bills and tossed them at him, even chucking some in the water.

BTW, Thakore's done some backpedaling since the ugly exchange -- he now says, "The interaction that occurred yesterday was regrettable. What started as a minor misunderstanding escalated into an argument, and I apologize for my actions and to those who witnessed the unfortunate exchange."

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FWIW ... One of Thakore’s employees claims the whole thing began because other dock workers blocked him from boarding the yacht.

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