Grace E possesses the hull and superstructure lines, characteristic of the Vitruvius series, which allow her a great efficiency rarely obtained on cruising ships of this size. Her design allows her great efficiency, but also a great autonomy âeuros 7800 miles at a cruising speed of 12 nÅuds. Its maximum speed is 16.5 knots.
Equipped with a wide range of equipment for environmental exploration and discovery, Grace E has a state-of-the-art diesel-electric propulsion system, and is powered by two "Azipod" units (electrically driven propellers mounted on an adjustable support called a "pod"). The azimuthal electric propellers significantly reduce noise and vibration and facilitate navigation. They allow to manage efficiently the energy loads necessary for the propulsion as well as the on-board equipment.
The outdoor areas are spread over 5 decks. The upper deck is a platform totally dedicated to well-being with a gym, spa, massage and relaxation room, sauna and hydrotherapy. The large decks are home to giant sofas, numerous sunbeds and several whirlpools. The exterior design and construction details are the result of the collaboration between Perini Navi Vitruve Group Ltd and Philippe Briand.
The interior styling, designed by Remi Tessier, is elegant and designed to be contiguous with the exterior elements. The design is refined, the finishes perfectly executed and attention to detail. The superyacht can accommodate up to 12 guests in 7 bedrooms â?" 4 double cabins and 2 twin cabins. 20 crew members are also on board for the comfort of the guests. The bathrooms are equipped with bathtubs, designed in marble and grès, the many rooms equipped with king size bed are decorated in a very clean and contemporary style.
The huge living room houses a giant sofa and many armchairs around several modern and bright coffee tables. Light is present everywhere in the yacht, naturally thanks to the large windows or artificially thanks to the leds and neon lights present in each room. Finally, a dining area offers a reasonably sized table complemented by a much larger table placed on the aft deck. Finally, the Grace E has an elevator to move easily and quickly between decks.
The Grace E comes with two inboard diesel-powered tenders, 30 and 24 feet, a Zodiac lifeboat and a liferaft.
Technical specifications
| Overall length | 73 m |
| Length of fully loaded hull | 71,6 m |
| Width (max) | 13,20 m |
| Full load draft | 4 m |
| Max. speed | 16.5 knots |
| Hull | Steel AH36 |
| Superstructure | Aluminium 5083 |
| Full load displacement | 1680 t |
| Cruising speed | 12 knots |
| Autonomy | 7500 miles at a speed of 12 knots |
| Tank capacity | 185 000 l |
| Fresh water | 30 000 l |
| Gross tonnage | 1,835 gross tons |
| Electric propulsion | 4 electric generators of 830 kW each, 2 of 465 kW each - 690V 50Hz |
| Propulsion | 2 azimuthal thrusters |
The Perini Navi Group has a fleet of 54 boats, 3 of which are motor yachts, and is one of the world leaders in the design and construction of large sailing yachts. It entered the world of motor yachts by acquiring, in 2007, the Picchiotti brand.
