Name: Project GleamOwner: Private (American billionaire)Operator: Turquoise Yachts managementPort of Registry: NassauCountry: BahamasBuilder: Turquoise Yachts, Tuzla, Istanbul, TurkeyClass and Type: Custom ice-class superyacht

Brief DescriptionProject Gleam is an innovative 90-meter (295-foot) superyacht featuring PC7 ice-class hull for polar exploration, with accommodations for 20 guests in 10 luxurious staterooms and 30 crew across multiple expansive decks. Key amenities include a forward observation lounge, helipad, beach club, cinema, gym/spa complex, multiple pools/Jacuzzis, and tenders for remote access. Designed for seamless transitions between Mediterranean glamour and Arctic/Antarctic expeditions at speeds up to 20 knots with impressive range.

Construction HistoryCommissioned around 2022 from Turquoise Yachts in Istanbul as their largest project, construction progressed through 2024 with delivery expected in late 2025 or early 2026 following extensive ice trials and luxury outfitting. Costing over €200 million, it represents Turkish superyacht industry's leap into expedition territory with hybrid propulsion and cutting-edge explorer features. Named Project Gleam during secretive build phase before official christening.

Operations and VisionProject Gleam targets dual-use charters combining traditional yacht destinations with high-latitude adventures like Svalbard and Greenland, commanding premium rates for its versatility. Helipad and ice capabilities enable helicopter-supported polar camping and remote landings. It pioneers the explorer-superyacht hybrid trend for billionaire adventurers seeking both luxury and wilderness.