6 JANUARY 2020 BY MIRANDA BLAZEBY
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Chinese yard Heysea Yachts has launched the first hull in its new 35.2 metre all-GRP motor yacht series Atlantic 115, now named Dopamine.
Construction officially began in March 2018 after the keel was laid in September 2017.
Built to MCA and RINA standards, this raised pilothouse design was developed in collaboration with Jure Bukavec of Uniellè Yacht Design. The build out and technical space designs meanwhile were developed by Heysea with the input from Captain Allan Sasson, Tim Kings with Azure Yacht Design as Owner’s Representatives.
The first yacht in the series has now been launched Images courtesy of Heysea Yachts
The interior, which has been developed by H2 Yacht Design, features accommodation is for up to 12 guests split across five staterooms and a convertible Cabana-style beach club. The main-deck master cabin is undoubtedly the pick of the bunch as it benefits from 270-degree panoramic views out to sea.
A second hull in the series is now understood to be under construction
The Atlantic 115 has a 7.68 metre beam
Other key features include an Opacmare Transformer swim platform, a spacious superyacht sundeck and crew accommodation for a staff of up to five people.
An interior rendering of Dopamine's main saloon
Power will come from a pair of 1,925hp Caterpillar C32 Acert engines for a top speed of 24 knots and a cruising range of 2,000 nautical miles at 10 knots.