Construction on Project Cosmos is underway at Lürssen facility in Rendsburg, and this is going to be the yard’s first superyacht featuring fuel cell technology
The exterior of the superyacht with a hull of steel and a superstructure of aluminium is owed to industrial designer Marc Newson. The project features the designer’s signature smooth lines and biomorphic shapes, thus making the explorer vessel look quite unusual.
The bow section is home to a rounded glass observation pod and features huge expanses of glazing wrapping almost the entire vessel. The radar mast is brought forward, and thanks to the streamlined forms the superstructure does not look massive.
Traditionally, the foredeck is dedicated to a helipad, while the entire exterior aft section is meant for the guests’ al fresco recreation around the large oval pool. The only exception is the cut-out aft section, which is most likely meant for some support craft or can probably be used as a beach club. The first renderings also show that the vessel will feature a side tender garage and fold-down terraces.
No information is currently available about Project Cosmos’ interiors, except for the fact that with a beam of 18 metres the vessel’s internal volume will be about 6300 GT. Expansive glazing allows one to assume that there will be a lot of natural light and panoramic views.
Project Cosmos will be powered by the innovative methanol-powered fuel cell propulsion system, which includes stacks of fuel cells formed from bipolar plates and membrane electrode assemblies. According to the creators, this will allow the superyacht to go on leisurely cruises up to 1000 nautical miles with zero emissions or to spend up to 15 days at anchor. It is reported that Project Cosmos’ fuel systems are in compliance with the strictest marine standards.
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