Following a major, nine-month long refit, Lusben has finally launched Masquenada, a sizeable 51-metre expedition yacht, now owned by fashion mogul and sailing enthusiast Pier Luigi Loro Piana.

After a major refit that lasted just 9 months, Lusben has launched “Masquenada”, a 51-meter expedition yacht now owned by Pier Luigi Loro Piana. The main focus was the external profile of the boat – based on the work of Nauta Design.

During an intense and engaging private ceremony, held in Livorno at the Lusben shipyard, the 51-meter M/Y “Masquenada” expedition yacht was launched in the presence of her new owner.

“L’elemento più importante di questo intero progetto è stato il tempo” ha dichiarato Pier Luigi Loro Piana durante il discorso di ringraziamento in occasione del varo.

The 51-metre explorer superyacht Masquenada, previously known as Aspire, has completed an extensive, 9-month long refit at the Lusben Shipyard in Livorno, Italy, following her recent sale to Pier Luigi Loro Piana.

Previously known as Aspire, the newly-refitted 51-metre expedition yacht Masquenada was launched yesterday at the Lusben shipyard in Italy.

Following her launch this past April and sea trials this past May, the 32.27-metre high performance sloop Taniwha has embarked on her maiden voyage. Taking off from Cape Town, the journey will span 7,400 miles with the Mediterranean as her final destination.

The basic concept behind the Nauta 54m Wide ( 177-footer) started with requests from clients who wanted plenty of room on board to accommodate a family in comfort.