ANASTASSIADES & TSORTANIDES - Custom - For Sale

CustombyANASTASSIADES & TSORTANIDESis a capablemotor yachtengineered for serious passages in theexpedition sector. Its robuststeel hulland steel decks, efficient 11-knot cruise, and accommodations for extended voyages make it a compelling option to consider with Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Selecting a Custom

Choosing the Custommeans selecting a purpose-built platform for exploration. As amotor yachtin theexpedition categorywith asteel construction, it balances ocean-going strength with thoughtful living spaces for guests and crew. Shestakov Yacht Sales can guide you through specifications, survey, and purchase with hands-on expertise from broker Andrey Shestakov.

Features of the Model

• Ocean-going build with a steel hulland steel decks for durability and safety
• Thoughtful accommodations for 14 guests with 6 heads and 12 crew berths for extended missions
• Exterior by hull designer Pieter Beeldsnijder; interiors by Robinson Marine Interiors and Tracy Barnier-Willis Designs 2019 Charles Zana
• Efficient passage speeds: 11 kn cruise (12.66 mph) and 14 kn max (16.11 mph)
• Substantial capacities to support long itineraries

Technical Specifications

• Classification: motor yacht;expedition yacht;steel hull
• Builder: ANASTASSIADES & TSORTANIDES
• Model: Custom
• LOA: 162 ft (49.38 m)
• Beam: 31 ft (9.6 m)
• Max Draft: 53.86 ft (16.4166 m)
• Gross Tonnage: 669 GT
• Speeds: 11 kn cruise (12.66 mph); 14 kn max (16.11 mph)
• Engine: 1 x Caterpillar, Inboard, Diesel
• Hull: steel
• Deck Material: Steel
• Hull Designer: Pieter Beeldsnijder
• Interior Designer: Robinson Marine Interiors and Tracy Barnier-Willis Designs 2019 Charles Zana
• Accommodations: 14
• Heads: 6
• Crew Berths: 12
• Fresh Water Capacity: 20,077.08 gal
• Fuel Capacity: 49,664.35 gal

Pricing and Ordering

Availability and pricing for the CustombyANASTASSIADES & TSORTANIDESare provided on request. Contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales to discuss current opportunities, inspections, and negotiation strategy tailored to your mission profile.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of yacht is the Custom? A: It’s amotor yachtdesigned for exploration within theexpedition segmentand built on asteel hullforstrengthandblue-water capability.

Q: What are the performance figures? A: The cruising speedis 11 kn (12.66 mph) and themaximum speedis 14 kn (16.11 mph), delivering efficient passagemaking.

Q: How many people can it accommodate? A: There are accommodations for 14with6 heads, plus12 crew berthsto support extended operations and guest services.

Q: Who are the designers? A: The hull designeris Pieter Beeldsnijder.Interior designis by Robinson Marine Interiors and Tracy Barnier-Willis Designs 2019 Charles Zana.

Q: What powers the yacht and how is it provisioned for range? A: Propulsion is a single Caterpillar inboard diesel. Endurance is supported by afuel capacity of 49,664.35 galandfresh water capacity of 20,077.08 gal. For acquisition details, consult Andrey Shestakov and Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Owner Experience Review

Owners drawn to the CustomfromANASTASSIADES & TSORTANIDEStypically prioritize proven expedition pedigree over showroom gloss. Asteria—a tug-built vessel from the 1968–1970 era later converted to an expedition yacht—has set the tone: she has completed the Northwest Passage and run south to Antarctica. As one owner put it, “I love Asteria because she’s a real boat. She’s a really heavy tug and has a huge range... she is also very sturdy, so I can go in the ice.”

On the water, these tug‑derived steel hulls are noted for seakeeping in open water and rough sea states, and crews describe polar transits that include zig‑zagging to avoid thicker ice in Greenland and the Canadian Arctic. Typical displacement performance is about an 11–13‑knot cruise with roughly 14–15 knots at the top, which suits long‑range routing more than sprinting. Families have used this platform for extended world‑cruising—one report covers about 12,000 nm over 69 days with an owner, spouse, and two sons—and refits have produced bright, comfortable interiors with a full‑beam owner’s stateroom, multiple guest cabins, and amenities such as a jacuzzi and a touch‑and‑go helipad.

The ownership picture includes the realities of a large steel expedition conversion: a major conversion (2000/2002), substantial refits (2019), a full engine rebuild and a five‑year survey in 2022, and further works into 2024 are all documented. Owners caution that Arctic itineraries are logistically complicated, costly, and time‑intensive; yet the refrain is equally clear: “Don’t think twice, just go.” When not in private use, these yachts are also listed for remote/expedition chartering.

Pros and Cons

• Proven on long‑range expeditions, including the Northwest Passage and Antarctica, with tug‑derived steel hulls praised for stability and seakeeping.
• Bright, comfortable interiors after refits include a full‑beam owner’s stateroom, multiple guest cabins, and amenities such as a jacuzzi and touch‑and‑go helipad.
• Suited to family world‑cruising and also available for remote expedition charter operations.
• Expedition operations, especially in the Arctic, are logistically complex, time‑consuming, and expensive according to owners.
• Large steel conversions require regular high‑cost maintenance and periodic major refits, including survey cycles and mechanical overhauls.
• Displacement performance prioritizes range over speed, with typical cruising around 11–13 knots and top speeds near 14–15 knots.

Comparison with Other Models