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Foiler, a brand based in the United Arab Emirates, unveiled the Ghost project at the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show 2025. This 28-meter private yacht takes up the principle already used on the Foiler Spirit, a hydrofoil boat capable of taking off from the surface thanks to load-bearing appendages. With Ghost, the shipyard changes scale, aiming for a fast cruising program combining high speed, stability and reduced chop impact.
A 28-meter hull designed around foils
Ghost is 28 metres long and 8 metres wide, excluding foils. Once the appendages are deployed, the total beam reaches around 20 meters. The boat is built in carbon fiber and titanium to limit weight while maintaining high structural rigidity.
The hydrofoil system developed by ENATA allows the yacht to rise some two meters above the water. In this configuration, the hull greatly limits contact with the sea. The shipyard has announced a cruising speed of between 30 and 35 knots, with a top speed in excess of 40 knots.
At these speeds, the aim is to ensure on-board comfort. Reducing hull shock and vibration are among the technical arguments put forward by the manufacturer. Dynamic behavior must also limit rolling and pitching movements, which are often marked on conventional high-speed yachts.
A platform designed for proprietary control
Ghost features an integrated cockpit with joystick controls. Foiler's aim is to maintain a simplified driving logic, allowing owners to pilot the boat themselves.
The design also incorporates the characteristic front seats of the brand's previous models. The manufacturer insists on the integration of electronic controls and automation linked to foil management.
This architecture requires considerable software work. On a flying boat, the foils constantly correct trim and stability according to speed, sea conditions and load variations. Steering is therefore largely assisted by onboard systems.
Unusual interior volume for a yacht of this size
The shipyard has announced 133 m² of interior space, excluding cabins, and 52 m² of exterior space. With the superstructure occupying the entire width of the boat, the volumes are reminiscent of those of larger yachts.
The layout features three to five cabins, depending on the configuration. At the stern, a beach club opens directly onto the sea. The layout features large, full-height windows for 360° panoramic views.
The interior design adopts very fluid lines, in contrast to the tauter exterior forms. The architects favored open volumes with little visual separation.
An integrated crane system concealed within the structure allows a tender or jet-ski to be launched without altering the exterior silhouette of the boat.
A limited series planned from 2029 onwards
The Ghost's design was developed with Bozca Design, a studio already active in the world of superyachts and fast naval concepts. Construction will be carried out by ENATA, a company also known for its work in aeronautics and composites.
The project is presented as a semi-customizable platform intended for limited series production. The first construction phases are due to start within 12 to 18 months. The first launch is scheduled for 2029.
With Ghost, Foiler is pursuing a path that is still marginal in the world of large yachts. Until now, foils were mainly associated with racing boats, fast ferries or experimental units. The transition to a 28-meter private yacht poses other constraints, notably in terms of load management, certification and long-term maintenance of load-bearing systems.
