The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has announced that Ilma, its second ultra-luxury superyacht, has officially joined the fleet. Company officials took delivery of its newest yacht at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France.
Following two years of construction, the delivery ceremony marked the final build milestone, celebrated with several maritime traditions, including the changing of flags onboard the yacht and a celebratory toast on top of Ilma’s pool deck. The delivery ceremony was attended by company leadership from The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, including Jim Murren, executive chairman and CEO, and Ernesto Fara, president and CFO, along with representatives from Chantiers de l’Atlantique, including Laurent Castaing, general manager, and Arnaud Le Joncour, senior vice president of sales and marketing and project director. Also in attendance was Captain Steve MacBeath and over 350 of the yacht’s "Ladies and Gentlemen," who will participate in a series of preparation voyages before welcoming guests for Ilma’s inaugural voyage from Monte Carlo on September 2, 2024.
Ilma measures 790 feet and accommodates up to 448 guests across 224 suites. Each suite has floor-to-ceiling windows and a private terrace. Ilma offers two new, spacious upper category suites offering ample outdoor space to lounge and soak in the scenery. Other facilities include five restaurants, seven bars, a wine vault and signature spaces such as an expanded Marina with a mezzanine feature, The Ritz-Carlton Spa with 11 treatment rooms, three fitness spaces, a pool and entertainment area on Deck 10.
In line with The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s commitment to sustainability, Ilma has four dual-fuel engines utilizing liquefied natural gas (LNG) as its main fuel source. Additionally, Ilma is equipped with the latest in energy efficiency measures and advanced water treatment systems to minimize environmental impact.
Ilma will join the company’s inaugural yacht, Evrima, sailing to popular yachting destinations and hidden gems throughout the Mediterranean and Caribbean. In summer 2025, Ilma will explore the North and Baltic Seas of Northern Europe, offering guests the opportunity to discover cities like Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Reykjavík and more.
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