Explorer Yacht Briefing: Bering 110 Breakthrough, RJ Interior Unveiled, and More
A focused roundup of the latest builds, launches, and design reveals in the explorer yacht sector.
Welcome to your daily roundup of the latest movement in the explorer, trawler, and expedition yacht world. This update brings you five standout stories from the past 24 hours, curated from verified marine industry sources. Whether you’re watching the market or just keeping tabs on what’s next, here’s what you need to know.
Bering Yachts Signs Contract for Debut Bering 110 Explorer
Bering Yachts has officially secured a contract for the inaugural Bering 110, a 33-meter steel explorer designed in collaboration with Red Yacht Design. Built for serious long-range passages, the Bering 110 is powered by twin Caterpillar C18s and carries a projected range of over 5,000 nautical miles. Key features include an asymmetrical main salon to increase internal volume, a beach club gym and sauna, and a flybridge with a Jacuzzi. Accommodation is arranged for 10 guests and 5 crew, with provisions for up to four weeks of autonomy.
Key takeaway: The Bering 110 blends trawler sensibility with a high-spec luxury profile, clearly aimed at buyers who want the operational scope of a true passagemaker without compromising comfort.
Cantiere delle Marche Reveals Interior of RJ 155 Explorer
With delivery now confirmed, Cantiere delle Marche has revealed the interiors of the 46.9-meter RJ explorer—its largest build to date and the flagship of the RJ series. The yacht features a steel hull, a full-displacement profile, and twin Caterpillar engines giving it a global range at a steady 9 knots. Interiors come courtesy of Achille Salvagni, with 12-guest accommodation including an owner’s suite with a private gym on the main deck.
Key takeaway: RJ represents a matured evolution of the explorer category—stylistically refined but technically committed to real ocean-crossing performance.
Cheoy Lee Launches 40-Meter Explorer Juanky
Cheoy Lee has launched Juanky, a 39.7-meter explorer yacht and the first of its new series, just in time for a debut at the upcoming Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. Designed by Overing Yacht Designs, Juanky focuses on bluewater readiness with practical touches like a covered flybridge, forward Jacuzzi, skylounge, and generous storage for tenders and gear. The yacht carries a volume of 420GT.
Key takeaway: Juanky looks to position itself as a rugged, liveaboard-ready yacht with all the hallmarks of an offshore explorer, balancing hard function with curated onboard comfort.
Inace Presents 32m Sea Boss Ahead of FLIBS
Brazil’s Inace Yachts has taken the wraps off Sea Boss, a 32-meter expedition yacht that inaugurates the Aventura 106 series. Featuring a robust, military-style silhouette, the yacht includes interiors by Fernando De Almeida, multiple exterior dining areas, and a sundeck Jacuzzi. Its projected range is 3,200 nautical miles.
Key takeaway: With Sea Boss, Inace is leaning into durability and high-spec finish in equal measure, offering a compelling option for owners interested in function-forward designs without sacrificing onboard experience.
Refit Watch: Hershine 37 Trawler Project Resurfaces
Ross Barrett, a serial boat restorer known for previous high-profile refits, has announced his latest project: a Hershine 37 trawler yacht. Despite claiming he was done with boat restorations, the appeal of this classic design proved too tempting. He’s begun documenting the process in a new video series.
Key takeaway: The Hershine project speaks to the continued enthusiasm for refitting solid, well-built trawler hulls, a testament to their staying power and versatility in the hands of passionate owners.
Logbook Entry
There’s a clear rhythm to the explorer yacht market right now, and this week’s headlines reinforce the trend. Serious builders are doubling down on long-range steel platforms with more refined interiors and amenities than ever before. Bering’s announcement of the Bering 110 contract is no small thing. This is a builder with a proven background in functional design, and the 110 marks a strong statement in terms of size, layout innovation, and comfort without compromising autonomy. A 5,000-mile range and asymmetrical salon are not just brochure items. They are design solutions for owners who want to cruise far, stay long, and live well.
The RJ 155 reveal from CdM offers a different but equally compelling vision. This is what happens when proven naval architecture meets design-forward thinking. Salvagni’s interior touch brings a sculptural calm to what is, at heart, a steel-hulled globe-roamer. When you see a full gym integrated into a main deck suite, you understand this is a yacht built not just for exploration but for real life aboard. CdM continues to lead in this space because they understand what experienced owners want. Not just style, but function that respects time spent at sea.
Then there’s Juanky and Sea Boss, both prepping for FLIBS and each representing a different take on the mid-size expedition profile. Cheoy Lee’s Juanky leans into volume and versatility, with a 420GT hull and practical layout choices that will appeal to owner-operators and seasoned charter clients alike. Inace’s Sea Boss, with its military lines and Brazilian pedigree, shows that rugged does not mean raw. With De Almeida’s interior touch and a healthy range, it is aimed squarely at buyers who know how to read a fuel curve.
Finally, the Hershine 37 refit reminds us that not all great yachts are built anew. There’s something deeply satisfying about seeing classic trawlers brought back to life by owners who know what they’re doing. Ross Barrett’s new project taps into the soul of cruising. Simplicity, seaworthiness, and the freedom to shape a boat to fit your own passage. In a world of shipyard headlines and debut events, it is a good reminder that the true spirit of exploration often starts with a toolbox and an old hull worth saving.
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