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Luxury sail yacht Drumbeat was built in 2002 by New Zealand shipyard Alloy Yachts. With an aluminium hull and superstructure, she features exterior design by Dubois Naval Architects and the interior work of Alloy Yachts and the owner. This ketch measures 53 metres and can accommodate up to 10 guests.

Sail yacht Drumbeat was previously known by the name Salperton and was originally built for a European owner. She is fitted with carbon fibre spars and a Leisure furl in-boom furling system. She was the winner of the ShowBoats International Best Sailing Yacht Interior award in 2003 and was a finalist in the Superyacht Society Design Awards in 2002.

She underwent an extensive refit in 2007/08 that saw a redesign of her interior, gearing it more towards comfort and simple style. She also received a make-over of her engines and sails, and in 2008 received a newly painted hull. The layout of the luxury sail boat places the cockpit, pilot house, formal dining room and saloon all on one level, which is quite unusual for a sailing yacht but maximises the feeling of open space and natural light within the interior.

Amongst her four cabins are an indulgent owner’s suite and three double guest suites. The gym also hosts a bunk and two Pullman berths so can act as an extra cabin when needed. The crew’s quarters include six cabins, each with an en suite, that sleep up to 11 crew.

Luxury yacht Drumbeat is powered by a Caterpillar 3412E 1400 horsepower engine that allow her to reach maximum speeds over 16 knots.

Featuring a dedicated crew, Drumbeat is an excellent charter yacht for luxury vacations. The yacht cruises comfortably at 14 knots while her crew of nine to 10 ensure the needs of every guest are met.

The luxury sail yacht is equipped with an armada of water toys to provide endless entertainment during any yacht charter. Onboard water toys include tenders, wakeboard, waterskis, inflatables, windsurfer, kayaks, Seadoo scooters, sailing dinghies, and a range of snorkelling and diving equipment.

Drumbeat usually charters in the Caribbean but in 2009 will cruise the South Pacific during the summer and winter charter seasons. She sails to Tahiti in the summer and heads to Fiji towards winter.

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DRUMBEAT YACHT CHARTER

53m  /  173'11   alloy yachts   2002 / 2022.

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Special Features:

• Large guest spaces
• Vast entertaining area
• Classic contemporary interior
• Transom converts into swimming platform

Drumbeat is one of the most highly-rated performance sloops on the global yacht charter fleet. .

The 53m/173'11" sail yacht 'Drumbeat' by the New Zealander shipyard Alloy Yachts offers flexible accommodation for up to 10 guests in 5 cabins and features interior styling by New Zealander designer Alloy Yachts.

A majestic sight at sea, Drumbeat effortlessly combines classic looks with superb modern amenities, boasting expansive sunbathing areas and alfresco dining opportunities to guests.

Guest Accommodation

Drumbeat is great for families thanks to her child-friendly setup. Built in 2002, She offers guest accommodation for up to 10 guests with a layout comprising a master suite, two double cabins and two twin cabins. There are 8 beds in total, including 1 king, 2 doubles, 4 singles and 1 pullman. She is also capable of carrying up to 10 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Onboard Comfort & Entertainment

You and your guests can enjoy a variety of experiences on Drumbeat such as a gym with all the latest equipment to maintain your fitness routine.

Whatever your activities on your charter, you'll find some impressive features are seamlessly integrated to help you such as Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing you to stay connected at all times, should you wish. You can stay comfortable on board whatever the weather, with air conditioning during your charter.

Performance & Range

Drumbeat is built with a aluminium hull and aluminium superstructure. Drumbeat comfortably cruises at 10 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 14 knots with a range of up to 8,000 nautical miles from her 49,200 litre fuel tanks.

Onboard Drumbeat has a range of toys and accessories to keep you and your guests entertained on the water throughout your stay. Principle among these are two Topaz Race X sailboats to bring out the explorer in you. Additionally, there are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. Discover the world beneath the surface of the ocean with the dive gear and compressor. If that isn't enough Drumbeat also features wakeboards, kayaks, a WindSurfer, fishing equipment and snorkelling equipment. When it comes to Tenders, Drumbeat has you covered - with two tenders, including a 6.2m/20'4" Castoldi RIB.

Special Features

Swimming platform descends below the water for easy access to yacht for scuba diving & other water sporting activities.

Drumbeat and her crew are available for charter this summer for cruising within the Mediterranean. She is already accepting bookings this winter for cruising in Bermuda and the Caribbean.

Luxury sail yacht Drumbeat is one of a kind, offering world-class onboard amenities coupled with an overflowing toy box full of the latest water sports gear for unforgettable yacht charters wherever you are.

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Amenities & Entertainment

For your relaxation and entertainment Drumbeat has the following facilities, for more details please speak to your yacht charter broker.

Rendez-vous diving only.

Drumbeat is reported to be available to Charter with the following recreation facilities:

• 1 x 6.2m  /  20'4 Castoldi RIB 182 HP engine water jet with weather protection
• 1 x 4.5m  /  14'9 Avon crew RIB 50 HP engine for pulling the water toys

For a full list of all available amenities & entertainment facilities, or price to hire additional equipment please contact your broker.

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For a full list of all available amenities & entertainment facilities, or price to hire additional equipment please contact your broker.

'Drumbeat' Charter Rates & Destinations

Summer Season

May - September

€175,000 p/week + expenses Approx $194,500

High Season

Cruising Regions

Mediterranean Croatia, France, Italy, Malta, Monaco, Montenegro, Turkey

HOT SPOTS:   Amalfi Coast, Corsica, French Riviera, Sardinia

Winter Season

October - April

$175,000 p/week + expenses

Bermuda Caribbean Antigua, Bahamas, Cuba, Saint Martin, St Barts

HOT SPOTS:   Virgin Islands

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53m Alloy sailing yacht Drumbeat joins the market

The 53-metre ketch-rigged sailing yacht Drumbeat has joined the sales fleet with Groupe Atalante. Delivered by New Zealand-based yard Alloy Yachts in 2002, the all-aluminium vessel is a proven speedster as well as a highly popular charter platform thanks to her well-appointed deck spaces and well-maintained interiors.

The vessel has been under the same ownership since 2007 with the same captain at the helm since 2009, which has kept her in a rigorous maintenance routine. Her most refit was in 2022 and she has recently completed her 20-year Lloyd's Register survey. 

Large wraparound windows, a trademark Dubois Naval Architects feature, invite an abundance of light and 360º views into the main saloon. Coffee and cream-tone interiors are courtesy of George Spencer , where glossy woods are offset by cream furnishings. 

Her accommodation configuration comprises 11 guests in five cabins, including the large master suite aft with an adjacent sitting area and four large guest cabins.

An ideal spot for relaxing, sundowners or informal dining, the main deck is home to a protected cockpit with a permanent awning for shade. Meanwhile, the large flybridge is a continuation of the yacht's expansive exterior space and acts as the principal helm position – encouraging lots of active participation when sailing.

Drumbeat boasts an impressive sailing performance and is endowed with long-range abilities under sail or power (8,000 nautical miles at 10 knots). Fitted with Marten spars carbon masts and booms, as well as a pair of Caterpillar diesel engines, she provides exhilarating sailing at speeds up to 23 knots and regularly at 16/17 knots. 

Drumbeat is asking €22,000,000 with Groupe Atalante.

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The 5 tragic minutes that sank a superyacht

PORTICELLO, Italy — Survivors of a storm that sank a superyacht off Sicily recounted their ordeal to one of the doctors who rushed to their aid, with some saying it took mere minutes for the 180-foot ship to go down. 

Dr. Fabio Genco, head of the Palermo Emergency Medical Services, told NBC News on the phone Thursday that he arrived in the seaside village of Porticello before dawn Monday, about an hour after the $40 million Bayesian sank in the violent and sudden storm.   

Of the 22 people onboard, 15 survived despite storm conditions and darkness, climbing onto a lifeboat before being rescued by a nearby sailboat. The crew members have made no public statements so far, though some have been interviewed by investigators.

“They told me that it was all dark, that the yacht hoisted itself up and then went down,” Genco said, recounting what the survivors told him. “All the objects were falling on them. That’s why I immediately made sure, by asking them questions, if they had any internal injuries,” he said. 

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“I turned on the engine and made maneuvers so that we wouldn’t collide with the Bayesian, which was anchored about 100 meters from us,” Borner said. “Then all of a sudden it disappeared. Then the wind calmed down, we looked around and saw a red flare.”

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The CCTV footage that emerged Tuesday showed the yacht’s 250-foot mast, believed to be one of the tallest aluminum sailing masts in the world, lashed by the storm as it appears to tilt to one side before disappearing.

Claudia Rizzo is an Italy based journalist.

Claudio Lavanga is Rome-based foreign correspondent for NBC News.

Yuliya Talmazan is a reporter for NBC News Digital, based in London.

2002   Alloy Yachts    174ft  /  53m

DRUMBEAT Yacht Charter

DRUMBEAT currently registered in the Cayman Islands is actively available for charter in several cruising destinations.

The luxury sailing yacht DRUMBEAT was built by Alloy Yachts and delivered to her owner in 2002, she later underwent a refit in 2023.

The exterior of DRUMBEAT is designed by Dubois.

The 174ft / 53m DRUMBEAT has been constructed with a aluminium hull and is powered by 1 x 1,400hp Caterpillar with a cruising speed of 10 knots.

Charter guest accommodation

DRUMBEAT has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 11 charter guests in 5 suites.

The guest cabins comprise a primary suite with a double bed and en-suite bathroom facilities, 2 cabins with a double bed and en-suite bathroom facilities, a cabin with a twin bed and a pullman bed and en-suite bathroom facilities and a cabin with a twin bed and en-suite bathroom facilities.

Your luxury charter crew

Your luxury charter on board sailing yacht DRUMBEAT will be managed by the crew of 10 including the captain.

The crew will ensure you have a relaxed and enjoyable charter experience with all of your needs catered for while on board.

The 10 crew have their own separate crew quarters allowing guests to enjoy increased levels of privacy.

Amenities & Entertainment

Amenities on board for the charter guests include Air Conditioning, Exercise equipment, Light fishing gear, Gym, Satellite TV and Wi-Fi.

An extensive list of further amenities and water toys can be seen under the features and amenities section.

Yacht charter destinations

DRUMBEAT is Currently cruising in the East Mediterranean and the West Mediterranean.

Sample itineraries for the cruising destinations can be supplied by your professional charter broker allowing you to plan your luxury yacht charter vacation in detail.

• Middle East
• North East Africa

West Mediterranean

• Balearic Islands
• Corsica & Sardinia
• Sicily & Aeolian Islands
• Amalfi Coast
• French Riviera
• South of France
• North Africa
• Air Conditioning
• Exercise equipment
• Light fishing gear
• Satellite TV
• Sailing dinghy
• Tube - towable
• Water skis - adult
• Windsurfer - Adult
• Snorkelling Gear
• Underwater scooter

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much to charter drumbeat.

DRUMBEAT has a weekly charter price starting at €175,000 and an estimated daily charter price of €29,200.

How many guests on board DRUMBEAT?

DRUMBEAT can accommodate 11 sleeping guests on board in 5 cabins.

Where is DRUMBEAT currently located?

DRUMBEAT was last seen in French Riviera.

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