Luxury yacht designed for long-distance voyages now open for shared ownership
The Arksen Syndicate, a groundbreaking ownership community, is the brainchild of Arksen, a company renowned for designing and constructing expedition-style explorer yachts. This innovative syndicate enables individuals to co-own luxury Arksen explorer yachts, sharing the usage, costs, and benefits of owning a high-performance adventure vessel.
The Arksen explorer yachts, such as the Arksen 85, are engineered to withstand extreme conditions, including ice floes and being knocked down by a freak wave. Their interiors are designed for practical living, boasting a stylish but unfussy look. The commercial spec galley is designed for long-term liveaboard cruising, and the hull, made of aluminium, is reinforced with 12mm plating below the waterline and 8mm above it, while the 25mm glass windows are reinforced for added durability.
The Arksen 85 is equipped with on-board water makers and a full sewage treatment plant, allowing it to stay at sea for months on end. The fuel is stored in four separate bunker tanks and two day tanks, with doubled-up fuel polishing to guarantee cleanliness. The lower deck is divided into three sealable, watertight compartments, each with its own ensuite facilities, sufficient natural light, headroom, floorspace, and storage.
The technical spaces aft, comprising the battery room, engineroom, and lazarette, house a variety of equipment, including an engineer's workbench, laundry facilities, chest freezers, and a dive tank compressor. The Arksen 85's twin heavy-duty 350hp Scania engines burn 25 liters per hour at a cruising speed of 9-12 knots, giving it a range of almost 7,000nm. The syndicate boats are equipped with a dedicated nav station and helm on the upper deck.
Co-owners of Arksen explorer yachts gain exclusive access to curated, adventurous itineraries that explore some of the world’s most remote and breathtaking destinations. These itineraries are designed for those who seek rugged, off-the-beaten-path marine adventures with an emphasis on sustainability, wildlife, and exploration.
Typical adventurous itineraries include Arctic and Antarctic expeditions, Pacific Northwest and British Columbia coastal journeys, Mediterranean and Atlantic explorations, and tropical and subtropical adventures. The Arksen syndicate boats' crew are experienced in activities like diving, parasailing, climbing, and mountaineering.
In addition to these thrilling adventures, syndicate members enjoy shared maintenance and operational support, expert expedition planning, community and networking opportunities, and a focus on sustainability. Arksen, beyond just capable hardware, aims to provide unique experiences and adventures that cater to those with a passion for exploration and the great outdoors.
Jasper Smith, the founder of Arksen, brings a background in software and a passion for outdoor adventure, particularly sailing, to the table. Arksen is not just about owning a yacht; it's about sharing the experience of exploration, adventure, and discovery with like-minded individuals. The Arksen Syndicate offers a revolutionary model for oceanic adventures, enabling individuals to embark on some of the world’s most thrilling and unique marine journeys, from arctic ice to tropical reefs.
- The Arksen 85, a luxury Arksen explorer yacht, is designed for practical living, with its hull reinforced for extreme conditions and a commercial spec galley for long-term cruising.
- The lower deck of the Arksen 85 is divided into three watertight compartments, each with ensuite facilities, natural light, and storage space for extended sea voyages.
- Equipped with on-board water makers and a full sewage treatment plant, the Arksen 85 can stay at sea for months, traversing the world's remote and breathtaking destinations.
- Co-owners of Arksen explorer yachts can embark on thrilling adventures like Arctic and Antarctic expeditions, Pacific Northwest coastal journeys, Mediterranean explorations, and tropical adventures, led by experienced crew members.
- Beyond just a high-performance adventure vessel, Arksen syndicate membership offers shared maintenance, expert expedition planning, community and networking opportunities, and a focus on sustainability.
- Jasper Smith, the founder of Arksen, combines a background in software with a passion for outdoor adventure, creating a revolutionary model for oceanic adventures that caters to those with a passion for exploration and the great outdoors.
