YYachts, renowned German builder of premium carbon sailing yachts, is pleased to announce an exciting new chapter for its celebrated Y7 model.
In collaboration with legendary yacht design firm judel/vrolijk & co, the Y7 will soon receive a comprehensive model refresh that further elevates its performance, comfort, and aesthetic appeal. Since its debut, the Y7 has set new standards in the 70-foot class, praised for its lightweight construction, effortless handling, and sleek minimalist design. With almost 20 units sailing worldwide, the Y7 has become a signature vessel in YYachts’ portfolio — now it’s time for the next evolution.
The refresh, led by judel/vrolijk & co, one of the most influential naval architecture teams in the world, will introduce a series of subtle but significant refinements.
Michael Schmidt, Founder of YYachts comments: “The Y7 has been an outstanding success and a leader in its segment.
When you make something really good and your customers are extremely happy it is difficult to make something better. But we felt it is time to evolve the Y7: we are modernizing the yacht to keep it up to date and ensure it remains a statement — elegant and unmistakably ahead of its time.“
The new Y7 introduces a series of smart design and functional upgrades to elevate comfort, safety, and performance. A key change are the refined hull lines creating a greater interior volume while enhancing stability and ensuring strong sailing performance. judel/vrolijk & co also streamlined the stem profile and rebalanced the sheerline keeping a distinctive “YYachts silhouette“, instantly recognizable even from a distance. Visually striking is the coaming of the cockpit, which steps back against the superstructure. This design not only creates broader side decks but also conveys an impression of generous proportions.
Another new highlight is the asymmetric entrance, which keeps the cockpit passage free at all times — improving flow and usability. The cockpit itself is more enclosed, enhancing onboard safety, and now features a U-shaped sofa on the starboard side for greater comfort.
A larger interior volume, and a significantly enhanced master cabin, now available in three different layout options. Owners can also choose between a new VIP guest cabin — a feature not available before — or agenerous crew area with crew mess, offering more flexibility based on use case and crew needs.
Michael Schmidt: “It seems that the new Y7 will be successfully integrated into our fleet as four units of this new model have been sold already.“
