"THE OPEN" ELECTRIC FOILING YACHT BY BMW AND TYDE
The BMW TYDE electric foiling yacht, named The OPEN, is a 49-foot zero-emissions motor yacht created by carmaker BMW and marine specialist TYDE. Building on their earlier project The ICON, it pairs a 400 kWh BMW i3 battery and twin 100 kW electric motors with integrated hydrofoils, reaching 30 knots and rising above the waterline at around 18 knots for a near-silent, highly efficient ride.
The OPEN, a groundbreaking foiling motor yacht, marks a significant milestone in maritime engineering. This innovative collaboration between automotive giant BMW and marine expert TYDE builds on the success of their first project, "The ICON," to introduce a vessel that redefines luxury and sustainability on the high seas. Measuring an impressive 49 feet in length and 15 feet in width, The OPEN offers a new level of electric-powered luxury. Its zero-emissions drivetrain and a capacious 400kWh BMW i3 battery, accompanied by twin 100kW electric motors, give the yacht an exhilarating top speed of 30 knots. The yacht is ingeniously designed not just for speed, but also for a seamless and silent sailing experience, courtesy of its integrated hydrofoils. As New Atlas reports, these foils let the vessel glide above the waterline at around 18 knots, minimizing drag and maximizing efficiency, with up to 80 percent energy savings versus a conventional day yacht.
What makes The OPEN a luxury electric yacht?
The OPEN does not just aim to provide an adrenaline rush, it encapsulates a revolutionary approach to yachting with its blend of performance and plush comfort. Solar panels on the vessel's hardtop contribute to the yacht's energy footprint, while the design guarantees an opulent experience. The spacious deck serves multiple purposes, a sunbathing paradise by day that shifts effortlessly to a dining spot or bathing platform. The yacht's innovative windshield wraps around the central seating area, offering an uninterrupted panoramic view while ensuring passenger safety. As the sun dips below the horizon, luxury living continues inside with a well-appointed cabin for two. This sanctuary offers a bed, a workstation, TV, and an ensuite bathroom, all designed with the finesse one expects from the collaborative prowess of BMW and TYDE.
When will The OPEN electric foiling yacht launch?
Set to sail towards the end of 2024, The OPEN is not just a feat of design and engineering but a harbinger of the future for luxury seafaring. As Motor Boat & Yachting notes, TYDE has billed it as the world's largest foiling motor yacht. TYDE's expertise in production and marketing suggests that the launch of this electric foiling yacht will be a pivotal event in the yachting calendar. It represents an eco-friendly paradigm shift in maritime travel, promising efficiency, silence, and pioneering technology to the most discerning sailors and explorers. The OPEN is expected to usher in an era of responsible luxury, combining the thrill of speed with a commitment to sustainability and innovation, delivering an unmatched experience on the waves.
Where to find electric yachts and foiling boats like The OPEN
The OPEN points to a cleaner, faster future on the water, and TheArsenale already curates electric and foiling watercraft in the same spirit. Discover the Q2S electric hydrofoil boat, the carbon SAY45 RIB Speedster, the SAY29 Runabout Yacht, and the elegant Canados Gladiator luxury yacht.
Explore the full TheArsenale Boats collection of luxury speedboats, superyachts and watercraft, and contact the team to make one yours.
Photo: BMW, TYDE
