DRAAK: From Luxury Superyacht to Support Vessel

Big changes are happening in the world of superyachts, and few stories show that better than DRAAK. In this vlog, we discuss the remarkable rebuild of the former Equanimity at OceanCo in the Netherlands, where she has been transformed from a highly luxurious superyacht into a serious support vessel. It is a fascinating shift in purpose, and one that says a lot about how yachting is evolving. From her former main salon becoming a crew mess, to the beach club being turned into a dive centre, this is not just a refit… it is a complete reinvention. We also talk about the growing popularity of support yachts, why owners are increasingly drawn to them, and whether rebuilding an existing yacht can really make more sense than starting again from scratch. It opens up a much bigger conversation about utility, adventure, sustainability, and the future of large yacht ownership. Along the way, we also touch on several other major yachting news stories, including the striking explorer yacht PROJECT 03, the newly revealed AL REEM, the second Amels 80 known as NETTUNO 2, and a viewer question about which classification society is considered the strictest. If you enjoy yacht news, industry insight, and a bit of behind-the-scenes perspective from inside the brokerage world, this one is for you. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment if there is a yacht topic you’d like us to cover in a future vlog. To follow Katia on Instagram: www.instagram.com/theyachtwriter Follow us also on YouTube @Yachtsforsaleblog @YachtsforCharter @yachtbuilders And our partner's channels: @MarineMaxOnline @FraseryachtsSuperyachtSales @NorthropJohnson If you are interested in becoming a yacht broker: www.yachtbrokermasterclass.com