A Superyacht with Pioneering Hybrid Technology
With its dramatic exterior, sharp modernist lines and unmistakably futuristic appearance, Artefact is much more than an extravagant luxury yacht. Combining groundbreaking technology with a more environmentally conscious approach to yachting, it is essentially a floating architectural statement.
Built by Nobiskrug in Germany, the 80-meter superyacht is instantly recognizable for its angular profile and enormous asymmetrical glass windows. Its distinctive exterior was created by Canadian designer Gregory C. Marshall, resulting in one of the most unconventional silhouettes in contemporary superyacht design.
Artefact’s impressive dimensions are matched by sophisticated engineering. The yacht features an advanced hybrid propulsion system, complemented by approximately 23 square meters of solar panels installed on one of its decks.
Together, these technologies are designed to reduce fuel consumption by as much as 30 percent compared with conventionally powered yachts of a similar size – a significant achievement in an industry increasingly focused on improving efficiency and reducing its environmental footprint.
Artefact can reach a maximum speed of approximately 17 knots, while its comfortable cruising speed is around 15 knots. Its range of approximately 5,300 nautical miles makes it capable of substantial long-distance voyages.
Quiet Luxury at Sea
The interior was created by renowned British design studio Reymond Langton Design, which faced the challenge of bringing warmth and intimacy to the yacht’s enormous spaces.
The result combines expansive interiors, clean architectural lines and sophisticated materials with an atmosphere of understated elegance. Rather than relying on excessive ornamentation, Artefact embraces a quieter expression of luxury.
Every detail – from the choice of materials to the carefully considered lighting – contributes to a feeling of refined, self-confident luxury, closer to an “old money” aesthetic than conventional superyacht extravagance.
Artefact can comfortably accommodate 16 guests, with luxurious suites and VIP accommodation, while a crew of approximately 24 provides service throughout the yacht.
The yacht is owned by Canadian billionaire Mike Lazaridis, best known as the co-founder of BlackBerry. Lazaridis is also a major supporter of scientific research, which provides an appropriate context for the yacht’s unusual name: Artefact, a term associated with something created or produced rather than occurring naturally.
Artefact has been estimated to be worth approximately $150 million, with annual operating and maintenance expenses potentially reaching around $15 million.
The yacht is not currently offered for sale.
