Pendennis 55 M

Pendennis 55M – Ice-Class Expedition Yacht

Overview

The Pendennis 55M was built in 2009 by the renowned Pendennis Shipyard in the UK, with interior and exterior design by Liebowitz & Partners. This expedition yacht underwent a comprehensive refit in 2025. Her hull is constructed from steel and aluminum, with an ice-classed steel hull measuring 3 cm thick. The vessel can break through up to 80 cm of ice, making her suitable for polar expeditions and remote cruising destinations.

Interior and Accommodation

The yacht features a gentleman’s club interior with timeless English styling. She accommodates guests in 7 cabins: 1 Master Cabin, 2 VIP Cabins, and 4 Twin Cabins with bunk beds. The layout includes 7 Guest Heads, 2 Day Heads, and 6 Crew Heads. A Captain’s cabin and 4 Twin Cabins with bunk beds are available for crew.

Engines and Performance

The Pendennis 55M is powered by 2 x CAT 3512B engines producing 1100 HP / 820 kW each, for a total power output of 2200 HP. Engine hours stand at 10,148 and 10,155 respectively. The drive system is ZF.

• Maximum speed: 18.5 knots
• Cruising speed: 10 knots with 10,000 NM range
• Economical speed: 8 knots with 12,000 NM range
• Maximum speed range: 13.50 knots with 5,063 NM range
• Stabilizers: 4 Quantum Fins Zero Speed

Generators

The yacht is equipped with 3 Caterpillar C9 / 175 kW generators. The portside generator has logged 27,000 hours and the starboard side 29,000 hours. An emergency generator (Caterpillar) has accumulated 19,000 hours.

Tank Capacities

• Fuel capacity: 120,000 L (3 storage tanks)
• Fresh water capacity: 36,850 L in 3 tanks (10,175 L, 16,965 L, 9,120 L)
• Grey water tank: 6,890 L
• Black water tank: 6,950 L

Technical Specifications

• Gross tonnage: 769 GT
• Displacement: 823.5 tonnes

Key Features

• Ice-classed steel hull: Capable of breaking through 80 cm of ice
• Heated endless pool: With artificial current
• Bow-mounted dolphin observation basket
• Wine cellar: Capacity for 600 bottles with adjoining cigar bar
• Expedition-grade galley: With walk-in refrigerator

2025 Refit

• Full paint job
• New 5G antenna
• New exterior upholstery