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~SHIPS~DORSET~ Images of the Month - July 2026 ~ 1of2 ~ Netto II ~ alongside at Poole - June 2026
2026 has, again, seen a succession of super-yachts visiting Poole. ~Ships~Dorset~ contributor Lewis Johnstone Photography provided these great views of Netto II alongside South Quay at Port of Poole when the new-build called on her way to the Mediterranean.
When Netto II is at anchor, the "beach club” will be in demand. It opens on three sides at the stern with a "hammam spa", a sauna, a gym, a skylight that’s the bottom of the 6.5 meters long main-deck pool. The sundeck is a 200 square meter social space, with a hot tub. The interior is no-less interesting with a "casino-meets-cocktail-lounge” styled space.
~SHIPS~DORSET~ Images of the Month - July 2026 ~ 2of2 ~ Netto II ~ alongside at Poole - June 2026
Netto II was built by Damen at their Amels yard in the Netherlands … exterior design work by Espen Oeino … interior styled by Dutch design house Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design. This luxury super-yacht was delivered to her owner in May 2026. She can comfortably accommodate up to 14 guests in 7 suites. A spacious full beam master suite features extensive storage space provided by a dressing room. With the capability of carrying up to 21 crew, a relaxed luxury yacht experience can be delivered. Features include steam room, beauty salon, elevator, satellite communications, underwater lights, beach club, swimming pool, deck jacuzzi, WiFi and air conditioning. Netto II can achieve a range of up to 5,000 nautical miles at 12 knots.
Key Dimensions of Netto II … Gross Tonnage = 2,200 … Length = 80m … Beam = 12m … Guests = 14 … Cabins = 7 … Crew = 21 … Speed = 16.5 knots (max) … in service since 2026.
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