Early in 2008, in collaboration with Dubois Naval Architects, Oyster Marine the UK’s leading yacht builder and double Queen’s award winner, announced two new superyacht models to be added to the Oyster range, the Oyster 100 and the Oyster 125. The choice of Dubois Naval Architects was no accident, since Ed Dubois and his team have emerged as the world’s leading designers of cruising yachts over 100 feet. There are over 40 Dubois superyachts in commission and many more in the process of design and under construction. Dubois’ progress over the past 30 years, has in many ways mirrored that of Oyster’s 35 years of building some of the world’s finest blue water cruising sailboats. Owners of the new Oyster Superyachts can be confident that these yachts will not only look fantastic, but will have great sailing performance.
Both the 100 and 125 will be built in modern composite materials using the resin infusion system to ensure optimum strength to weight ratios and then post cured to an oven temperature of 100ºC to ensure overall laminate quality. Lloyds will be auditing quality carefully and each vessel will be issued with the appropriate classification. A very comprehensive specification will be offered on both yachts, including carbon spars, hydraulic winches, bow thrusters, twin generators and a fully appointed interior designed and configured to each owner’s requirements. Options will include a waterjet tender stowed within a specially recessed pit in the vessel’s foredeck and underwater lighting. The Oyster 100 and 125 will offer almost all the benefits of a commissioned one-off but with predictable quality and sailing performance, less risk and expense and, of course, Oyster’s renowned after sales service and support.
Inspired by some of the larger Dubois designs, the Oyster 125 will also be offered with a cleverly designed, sleek fly bridge that caps the deckhouse and will accommodate twin wheels and power and sailing controls, while at the same time providing a commanding view and a comfortable seating and sun lounge area for guests. The fly bridge will also provide an area of complete privacy when the yacht is at rest.

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