Royal Huisman Introduces 81m Sailing Yacht Sky

Sky, an 81-metre sailing yacht concept, has been unveiled by Royal Huisman. She has been designed around a 93-metre carbon mast from Rondal, which is expected to be the tallest ever fitted to a yacht.

Most engineering work is already complete, with delivery scheduled for spring 2030. Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design created the exterior, while Winch Design is responsible for the interior.

Sky is built with lightweight aluminium and features a lifting keel, extended waterline and advanced rig to support speed and cruising efficiency.

Outdoor areas can be expanded with folding bulwarks, and a flybridge offers additional open-air space. Handling is supported by twin carbon rudders and an integrated sailing system.

Inside, Winch Design has used soft colours and sculpted lines inspired by natural shapes. The layout is suited to an experienced owner who prefers space and modern design.

Onboard facilities include a wellness area and watersports centre. Accommodation is arranged for 12 guests, with the owner’s suite positioned full beam and offering direct access to the aft beach deck.

Sky will use a hybrid propulsion system combining electric pods, generators and energy storage. This allows silent, zero-emission cruising and energy recovery while under sail and is certified by Lloyd’s Register under the “Hybrid Power” notation.

Peter Naeyé, CEO of Royal Huisman, said that Sky takes sloop design to a larger scale while staying practical to build and safe to use, and is intended for long-range cruising with focus on sustainability.