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2 PRESS COVERAGE 2009

MAN MADE Initial layout of the RFF135 flybridge (subject to change). WATERBORNE THE RFF135 MEGA YACHT M2magazine.co.nz 66 Porsche Design Group (Porsche Lizenz- und Handelsgesellschaft mbh & Co.

10 MAN MADE Initial layout of the RFF135 flybridge (subject to change). WATERBORNE THE RFF135 MEGA YACHT M2magazine.co.nz 66 Porsche Design Group (Porsche Lizenz- und Handelsgesellschaft mbh & Co. KG) and the Singapore-based yacht builder, Royal Falcon Fleet, have joined forces in order to design and produce luxury catamarans and mega yachts. The initial collaborative project will be to design a motor catamaran, over 40 metres (135 feet) in length, to be sold under the Royal Falcon Fleet brand. Porsche Design will design both the exterior superstructure and the interior of the mega yacht. Royal Falcon Fleet has engaged Kockums and Incat Crowther for the engineering and the naval architect of the project. Kockums, a subsidiary of ThyssenKrupp based in Sweden, is renowned for its cutting-edge technology in the field of marine engineering. Incat Crowther is a naval architect based in Australia with decades of experience in the construction of large motor catamarans. Singapore-based, Royal Falcon Fleet, was established by a Swedish investor and is committed to build a premium brand in the mega yacht industry. With cutting-edge design, world-leading technology and state-ofthe-art engineering, complemented by beautifully crafted European interiors, Royal Falcon Fleet is set to redefine the meaning of ultimate luxury cruising. Porsche Design Group, based in Stuttgart, Germany, is a majority-owned subsidiary of Porsche AG, Stuttgart, Germany. The company s activities are focused on the brands, Porsche Design, Porsche Design, Driver s Selection and the Design Studio in Zell am See, Austria. GET MORE MAN MADE M2MAGAZINE.CO.NZ M2magazine.co.nz 67

11 Clientele BAHRAIN Elegance Luxury Quality Issue 28 July 2009 BD2.500 Way of the Warrior Bushido under Review Designs on Serenity Cooling off at Banyan Tree Holidays with a Conscience Eco-tourism Blossoms People Power The Art of Faika Al Hasan

12 drive SUPERYACHTS drive SUPERYACHTS The Royal Falcon Fleet 135 by Porsche Design. Clientele looks back on some of the winners from this year s World Superyacht Awards and wonders whether the sea can get any more chic Everybody has heard of folddown sofas, beds or even tables, but a foldable terrace - on a superyacht - is a first. 52 Clientele July 2009 July 2009 Clientele 53

drive SUPERYACHTS drive SUPERYACHTS With a top speed of 60 knots,

German design and Singaporean skill - the RFF 135 s panoramic

54 Clientele July 2009 Photo by Gilles Martin-Raget.

13 drive SUPERYACHTS drive SUPERYACHTS With a top speed of 60 knots, the mighty Wallypower 118 demands the utmost respect. German design and Singaporean skill - the RFF 135 s panoramic lounge by Royal Falcon Fleet and Porsche Design. 54 Clientele July 2009 Photo by Gilles Martin-Raget. Winner of the Best Exterior Design at the World Superyacht Awards the Sanlorenzo Onyx. July 2009 Clientele 55

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ROYAL FALCON FLEET Above : The company s first super yacht is the RFF135, as the project is being called or the spacecraft on the water, as the owner reportedly envisioned it.

I n 2008, when the world was debating the fate of the luxury market during a bearish financial world, news emerged of a truly exciting addition into the 21st century mega yacht

This also marked the entry of a new company into the luxury yacht construction business, Royal Falcon Fleet.

the evolution of mega yachts. The ultimate in billionaire boys toys, the RFF 135 is truly the first of its kind.

Zaman-a true visionary who is also the President & CEO. The executive and advisory team comes from the highest levels of the public and private sectors from around the world.

31 ROYAL FALCON FLEET Above : The company s first super yacht is the RFF135, as the project is being called or the spacecraft on the water, as the owner reportedly envisioned it. Below: The highly impressive owner s stateroom on the upper deck. I n 2008, when the world was debating the fate of the luxury market during a bearish financial world, news emerged of a truly exciting addition into the 21st century mega yacht industry. Porsche Design, a subsidiary of the famed car company designed the firm s first entry into the mega yacht market. This also marked the entry of a new company into the luxury yacht construction business, Royal Falcon Fleet. The RFF 135 by Porsche Design, also called the spaceship of the sea, is a futuristic catamaran that was envisioned by the company, and created a significant paradigm shift in the evolution of mega yachts. The ultimate in billionaire boys toys, the RFF 135 is truly the first of its kind. To build mega yachts, especially of this standard, it requires vast experience and good investment. Royal Falcon Fleet is led by Mr. M. A. Zaman-a true visionary who is also the President & CEO. The executive and advisory team comes from the highest levels of the public and private sectors from around the world. Having excelled as captains of industry, commerce, public service and even the world of Olympic sport, the Royal Falcon Fleet s team brings together a wealth of unparalleled experience and expertise. To turn this vision into reality, Royal Falcon Fleet and Porsche Design have been rigorous in excluding all but the very best. Each supplier is the premier choice in their field: Kockums shipyard in Sweden for naval 368 LUXURY YACHTS OF THE WORLD FEATURED YACHTS FEATURED YACHTS LUXURY YACHTS OF THE WORLD 369

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ROYAL FALCON FLEET Above & Below Righ: The first RFF135, enters the Musko naval shipyard in Sweden. Below Left: The grand saloon.

The Royal Falcon Fleet mega yacht series has been designed in Europe by Porsche Design both inside and out, graced by the finest furnishings.

The four-deck RFF 135 by Porsche Design has approx. 700 square meters of deck space.

Equipped with the very latest technology, its graceful form is equally at home on the calm waters of a Monaco evening as racing through the exhilarating seas of the Mediterranean or Caribbean.

33 ROYAL FALCON FLEET Above & Below Righ: The first RFF135, enters the Musko naval shipyard in Sweden. Below Left: The grand saloon. construction and final fit-out; Incat Crowther for catamaran naval engineering; Greenline for interiors of the very highest quality; Imtech for integrated systems; and MTU for engine propulsion. The Royal Falcon Fleet mega yacht series has been designed in Europe by Porsche Design both inside and out, graced by the finest furnishings. In May 2010, the completed RFF 135 hull arrived at the Kockums Muskö shipyard in Sweden. Here, the mega yacht will undergo the complete fit-out before its yetto- be-announced launch early next year. The four-deck RFF 135 by Porsche Design has approx. 700 square meters of deck space. Its twin MTU engines and MJP water-jets from Sweden, allow a cruising speed of 30 knots and deliver a sprint speed of 35 knots as well as a range of 2000 nautical miles. Equipped with the very latest technology, its graceful form is equally at home on the calm waters of a Monaco evening as racing through the exhilarating seas of the Mediterranean or Caribbean. The Porsche Design pedigree is unmistakable. Typically fitted out in sleek silver-white, the RFF 135 also comes in racing red and glittering gold. Its inset windscreens and windows are integral to the vessel s need for speed design. At first glance the RFF 135 appears to hover rather than float on the ocean. Its futuristic aero-dynamic design suggests a spaceship rather than a yacht, heralding a new definition of 21st century marine sophistication. This mega yacht accommodates 10 guests and 10 crew, The yacht s interior successfully echoes the sleek lines and cool sophistication of the exterior. The living quarters are spread over four decks, where a generous 470 sqm of interior space complement over 200 sqm of external deck area. On the fly-bridge, guests can relax in the plunge pool situated towards the stern of the vessel, or socialize in the viewing area towards the bow. The Mid-Deck has been designed to give the owner of the vessel, a large measure of privacy from the guest staterooms nearby. The presidential suite, with its spacious walk-in closet and a grand bathroom, is entirely flanked by tinted windows opening directly on to the ocean. A master lounge adjoins 372 LUXURY YACHTS OF THE WORLD FEATURED YACHTS FEATURED YACHTS LUXURY YACHTS OF THE WORLD 373

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ROYAL FALCON FLEET ROYAL FALCON FLEET 31st Floor, Suntec Tower No.

Glazed sliding doors lead from the lounge on to an adjacent private deck where the sense of open space is accentuated by the

The Main Deck accommodates the Panorama Lounge, giving uninterrupted end-to-end views of the entire length of the boat.

3 guest staterooms are located towards the bow.

giving full justice to the sweeping ocean vista.

an all-new RFF 211 mono hull, another exclusive offering from Porsche Design featuring a helipad and a host of other features.

Like the bird from which the company derives its name, every vessel in the Royal Falcon Fleet combines grace, elegance and speed.

$fractional ownership programme, which will undoubtedly be highly popular on such an excellent, modern mega yacht.$ fastest delivery time in the market. With the launch of the RFF 135 they have certainly arrived.

fastest delivery time in the market. With the launch of the RFF 135 they have certainly arrived.

35 ROYAL FALCON FLEET ROYAL FALCON FLEET 31st Floor, Suntec Tower No. 9 Temasek Boulevard Singapore Singapore T: F: E: enquiry@rffplc.com W: the master bedroom. Glazed sliding doors lead from the lounge on to an adjacent private deck where the sense of open space is accentuated by the magnificent view. The Main Deck accommodates the Panorama Lounge, giving uninterrupted end-to-end views of the entire length of the boat. Towards the rear, the Grand Saloon soothes with its modern, high-tech furnishings in elegant whites and blacks. 3 guest staterooms are located towards the bow. Each guest stateroom has its own en-suite ultra-modern bathroom, and has large tinted windows similar to those in the master bedroom, giving full justice to the sweeping ocean vista. The RFF 135 is the first of a new breed of ultramodern mega yachts to come from the Royal Falcon stable and is soon to be joined by an all-new RFF 211 mono hull, another exclusive offering from Porsche Design featuring a helipad and a host of other features. Further designs are planned for the near future. Like the bird from which the company derives its name, every vessel in the Royal Falcon Fleet combines grace, elegance and speed. Linked to the Royal Falcon Fleet, but an altogether separate company, Royal Falcon Yachts (RFY) are now offering an RFF135 on a fractional ownership programme, which will undoubtedly be highly popular on such an excellent, modern mega yacht. With their high-tech shipyards, Royal Falcon is in a position to deliver high quality workmanship, competitive pricing and the fastest delivery time in the market. With the launch of the RFF 135 they have certainly arrived. SPECIFICATIONS: RFF135 Right (from top): i) A guest suite. ii) The main helm station. iii) The flybridge. iv) The marvellous panorama lounge. Below: The futuristic looking RFF211 will make an extraordinary sight in any luxury yacht marina. Length Overall: 41.40m (135 ) Length Waterline: 35.70m (114 ) Beam: 12.50m (41 ) Draught: 1.7m (5 6 ) Guests: 10 in 4 guest + 1 owners suite Crew: 7 in 4 cabins Engines: 2 x MTU16V4000M93L 3440 kw (4615 rpm Water jets: 2 x ZF 9050 Waterjets Fuel Capacity: 50,000 l Classification: LR *100A1 SSC, Yacht Catamaran HSC, G3, LMC, CSS (Bridge) 376 LUXURY YACHTS OF THE WORLD FEATURED YACHTS FEATURED YACHTS LUXURY YACHTS OF THE WORLD 377

82 Double Deck SUNREEF 82 DOUBLE DECK

82 Double Deck SUNREEF 82 DOUBLE DECK 82 Double Deck Description Following the successful launch of two mega catamarans over 100 feet each in 2010, the Sunreef shipyard has been designated as a builder of an 82ft double decker sailing catamaran