Bering 165: The Steel-Built Statement for a New Era of Explorer Yachts
A steel-hulled, 499GT explorer yacht with global range, refined design, and serious charter potential, the Bering 165 aims to redefine what it means to travel the world by sea.
Some yachts are made for showing off in St. Tropez. Others are built to cross oceans, ride out storms, and go places most boats wouldn’t dare. The new Bering 165 sits firmly in the second camp.
Announced this week by Bering Yachts, the 165 is the largest model the shipyard has ever built. She measures 49.4 metres long, 9 metres wide, and carries the kind of serious explorer credentials that will raise eyebrows at the fuel dock. She’s not just a new flagship for Bering, she’s a clear signal to the rest of the explorer yacht industry: luxury and long-range don’t have to be at odds.
Built for Remote Oceans
Under the waterline, the Bering 165 tells a clear story. Full-displacement steel hull. Aluminium superstructure. A total of 499 GT of volume — right up to the MCA limit for motor yachts before commercial-level regulations kick in. Power comes from twin 1,300 horsepower Caterpillar engines, giving her a comfortable cruising speed of 10 knots and a top speed of 15.
Fuel capacity? A staggering 65,000 litres (17,200 US gallons). At cruising speed, that gives her a range of over 5,000 nautical miles. That’s London to New York and back — without refuelling.
But long range is nothing without comfort. So Bering has equipped the 165 with advanced stabilisation systems, promising a smooth ride whether she’s underway in the open Atlantic or moored in a Pacific atoll.
An Explorer Yacht Designed to Be Lived On
Bering turned to Valentin Design Studio to handle the interior and exterior design. It shows. The layout is practical and purposeful, but far from austere.
On the main deck, you’ll find two generous VIP suites and a full-beam saloon drenched in natural light. Forward, there’s a versatile space that can either serve as a cinema or be converted into an additional guest cabin. Aft, owners can choose between a swimming pool or an open-plan beach club that connects directly to the water.
Move up to the owner’s deck and things step up again. 70 square metres of private space, including a large suite, sky lounge, bar, and two separate Jacuzzis — one forward-facing, one aft. Sunbeds, dining, and a dedicated pantry for crew service complete the layout.
Below deck, there are three more guest cabins, a cinema, and a games room. The designers have carved out multiple living spaces, not just bedrooms with doors. This is a yacht meant to be inhabited, not just visited.
Crew quarters include five cabins and a captain’s cabin close to the wheelhouse. There’s a commercial-standard galley, decent crew mess, and plenty of service access throughout. This is a setup designed to keep professional crew happy — which, in turn, keeps guests even happier.
And tucked right at the top? A fully accessible crow’s nest, offering 360-degree views and a proper lookout position — something rarely seen on modern yachts, but incredibly valuable for navigation, stargazing, or just switching off.
Private or Charter — She’s Built for Both
With this much volume, range, and flexible layout, the B165 is perfectly positioned for either long-term private use or premium charter operations. Her deck spaces can accommodate multiple guest types, and the clear separation between owner, guest, and crew areas will make life easier for everyone on board.
“She’s a symbol of the new generation of explorer yachts,” says Bering CEO Alexei Mikhailov. “Owners today want more than a beautiful boat — they want independence, comfort, and the freedom to explore.”
So who is this yacht really for? It’s for someone who wants to visit Greenland, not just Capri. Someone who prefers mooring in Svalbard to drifting off St. Barts. And someone who doesn’t want to compromise between luxury and capability.
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