This brand‑new, 328‑foot‑long Feadship superyacht is so colossal that she had to be maneuvered backward so the tugboat pilots could see ahead and the vessel could clear the narrow Dutch canal walls

Feadship is on fire, not literally, of course, but in the sense that the Dutch yard is rapidly delivering some of the world’s most noteworthy yachts to some of the world’s most noteworthy people. After stunners like Launchpad and Breakthrough, enters Project 824, a giant in every sense of the word. Currently slated for delivery this year, the mammoth vessel was recently seen making an unusual journey: moving backwards through the tight Dutch canals.

While many might chuckle at what appears to be a nautical blunder, this “wrong way” transit was actually the smartest move for the floating mansion. At her widest point, she spans 44 feet , and navigating sections of the canal that can shrink to just 46 feet wide left little room for error. The decision to lead with the stern was a strategic one, giving the tug pilots better visibility and control. Plus, if the broadest section clears, the rest follows, simple yacht logic.

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The superyacht was transported backwards in the narrow canals of the Netherlands

Measuring 328 feet in length, Project 824 may fall just short of dethroning Symphony, which remains the longest yacht constructed at Feadship’s La Kaag yard at 333 feet, according to Megayachtnews. But make no mistake, this vessel is no less majestic. With exterior styling by Finnish naval architect Jarkko Jämsén, and interiors by French studio Liaigre, she already commands attention, though details are scarce. A closer look at the images help to picture the luxury that awaits a lucky owner-

Equipped with a diesel-electric propulsion system and ABB pod drives, this 328-foot beauty promises not just performance but presence. Even in her nearly complete state, it’s the sleek silhouette and cascading decks that steal the spotlight. Set for sea trials in the North Sea, one can already imagine the multiple alfresco lounging areas tucked beneath the dramatic overhangs. The grand flight of stairs aft hints at a sprawling beach club, while the expansive sundeck appears primed for a helipad and is almost certainly brimming with ultra-luxurious amenities.

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According to Boat International, the main deck features a superyacht pool, a forward tender garage with tenders launched via a shell door, and folding balconies that open up in the beach club, all contributing to her unmistakable aura of quiet extravagance.