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Boat of the Week: Meet ‘Game Changer,’ a 227-Foot Explorer Yacht With the World’s Best Dive Center

The impressive vessel also has an airbus h130 chopper and a deep-dive u-boat worx cr3 submarine., julia zaltzman, julia zaltzman's most recent stories.

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Game Changer is a wolf in sheep’s clothing. She’s an explorer yacht underpinned by a support vessel platform. She was launched in 2017 as the fourth hull in Damen Yachting’s 227-foot yacht support range. But it’s the incredible onboard amenities where her strengths lie, from the custom Airbus H130 and PADI five-star dive center to the all-new U-Boat Worx CR3 submarine collected last month from Curaçao.

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Like many explorers, Game Changer has circumnavigated the world once already since her delivery. But unlike most new builds, she has already completed two refits. It’s all part of the owner’s plan. Having bought the yacht after completion, he tweaked her on delivery, then test ran her for a year before deciding on further changes in a second refit, says Captain Mike Rouse.

“It was always the plan to do the refit in two stages,” Rouse told Robb Report . “The owner wanted to work out what they did and didn’t like, and the only real way of doing that is to experience the boat firsthand for at least a year.”

Launched in 2017, Game Changer has already done one cruise around the world, spending most of her time in colder climates like Patagonia.  Courtesy Edmiston

The first 2018 refit fully upgraded the galley and extended the main salon. The most significant installment was the state-of-the-art dive center, with a custom air compressor. It contains 48 dive cylinders and a Hyperlite Recompression Chamber to facilitate extreme diving operations in the most remote locations. Game Changer ’s ability to function as a true expedition yacht and undertake technical diving expeditions with both scuba and submarine was central to the owner’s motivations behind buying the yacht.

In 2019, Game Changer covered 48,000 miles, much of which was spent off the beaten track in colder climates. The world tour took in South Georgia, Patagonia, the Pacific and Indonesia; areas largely driven by research-led dive expeditions. In Antarctica, the boat was joined by a British Antarctic Survey Scientist who studied fjord ice retreat patterns using the yacht’s submarine. Alongside guest experts, the crew comprises dive instructors, dive masters and a rebreather diver to carry out underwater filming, as well as submarine and helicopter pilots.

In terms of toys and equipment, Game Changer stocks some serious gear. An ROV underwater electric robotic capable of diving to 3,280-feet operates alongside the three-person submersible. But it was the six onboard tenders and a desire for better access to the water that drove some of the larger changes in the 2020 refit.

The yacht was designed as the ultimate dive and exploration yacht, with a PADI-certified dive center, submersible and, of course, an onboard helicopter.  Courtesy Edmiston

“We definitely needed a bigger swim platform, because we carry some large tenders and the setup just didn’t work,” says Rouse. A 10-foot extension on the aft deck increased Game Changer ’s overall length to 236 feet and delivered an all-new beach club with larger swim platform.

Dynamic positioning has also been fitted, which allows the yacht to stay in a specific spot with anchoring. They also installed sonar systems on both Game Changer and her 38-foot Intrepid tender to map the sea floor at depths of 3,900 feet.

“We did a lot of noise and vibration insulation throughout the entire boat and a ton of engineering upgrades to make it more efficient and easier to maintain,” he adds. Many of the changes have also helped to make the boat more charter friendly, including fully refurbished guest cabins, bathrooms and larger windows. The yacht can be chartered through Edmiston.

Only four years old, the yacht has gone through two refits to create a beach club as well as expanding and refining its main salon.  Courtesy Edmiston

“We’ve had a lot of inquiries for heli-skiing and the gyro-stabilized camera that hangs off the front of our helicopter means we can do a lot of filming in remote locations,” says Rouse.

Thanks to its outstanding dive center and submersible, Game Changer has been called upon to serve as a support vessel three times for other chartered yachts. It would also make a reliable platform for researchers who want to explore the depths.

But for anyone who chooses to charter Game Changer on her own, it’s the five-star dive center and submarine capable of reaching 3,600 feet below the surface that is the big draw. “Unlike most other charter yachts, we don’t have to do rendezvous diving, which means guests aren’t reliant on what the local dive company can provide,” says Captain Rouse. “We have everything in place to run the boat as a fully licensed dive center from anywhere in the world.”

The PADI-certified dive center includes 48 dive cylinders and a Hyperlite Recompression Chamber to facilitate extreme diving operations in the most remote locations.  Courtesy Edmiston

For the owner, the next stop is Central America and the Caribbean while he waits to see when the rest of the world will open back up. “He bought a boat that he can go around the world in, and that’s what he intends on doing,” says Rouse.

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This YSV is a Game Changer

• By Grace Howard
• Updated: April 5, 2017

Damen recently launched a new yacht support vessel. Meet Game Changer .

The YSV (originally referred to as YS 6911) follows the delivery of Fast & Furious and is the fourth hull in Damen’s 70-meter segment, which includes Garcon , Intrepid and ‘6711’ .

The vessel is 227 feet LOA and has 820 square feet of deck space. Belowdecks is an additional 360 square feet of space, so — needless to say — her owner has plenty of room for all his or her toys. This vessel accommodates 22 crew too.

She has a certified helicopter deck, which provides more space for larger helicopters. The goal is to allow owners to go to and from the mothership in a wider variety of weather elements, according to Damen. The helicopter can also lower into an enclosed hangar.

Game Changer is designed to support a 280-foot yacht.

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Damen YS 6911 Yacht Support Vessel

The YS 6911 range of yacht support vessels is being built by Damen Shipyards Group and AMELS to carry larger tenders, helicopters and submersibles in support of mother yachts.

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The YS 6911 range of yacht support vessels is being built by Damen Shipyards Group and AMELS to carry larger tenders, helicopters and submersibles in support of mother yachts. The vessels are designed to make shipowners entirely self-sufficient by carrying cargo and equipment from the mother yachts .

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GAME CHANGER, the latest boat in the YS 6911 range of yacht support vessels, was launched by Damen in February 2017.

YS 6911 design details

Based on Damen’s patented and proven SEA AXE hull design, the YS 6911 was developed in association with DAMEN Research, the Delft University of Technology, and Dutch institute MARIN.

The SEA AXE design provides high power and enhanced sea-keeping capabilities, ensuring high speeds of more than 20kt even in adverse sea conditions. The design reduces resistance by up to 15% and vertical peak accelerations by up to 75%. It integrates state-of-the-art navigation and communication systems, and offers the crew a full view of aft deck and helicopter operations.

The yacht support vessel has an overall length of 69.15m, beam of 11.5m, depth of 5.4m and maximum full load draught of 4m. The gross tonnage of the vessel is approximately 1,200t.

The 250m² open deck is fitted with a high-performance knuckle boom crane for safely launching and recovering large tenders and submersibles. It also features standard container twistlocks for rapidly dispersing modular equipment and boat cradles. The crane is capable of lifting 12t loads with a maximum outreach of 5m, and 6t loads with an outreach of 11.5m.

The vessel offers an additional 110m² of storage space below deck, which can be used to hold large quantities of marine and aviation fuel, fresh water, luggage and spare parts.

Helicopter handling

The YS 6911 features a LY3 / MCA fully-certified helideck for helicopter operations, as well as a weather-protected hangar and lift system. The vessel also integrates a helicopter workshop and supports on-board refuelling and reconditioning.

The helideck can handle a 5t-class single helicopter, such as the Eurocopter AS365 or the AgustaWestland AW109.

The hangar facility can be replaced with a luxury dive-space, which can be equipped with a certified double-lock decompression chamber, a high-pressure and enriched air production facility, and a filling station for Scuba dive cylinders.

Accommodation is also offered for divemasters and submersible pilots on-board the vessel.

Accommodation aboard YS 6911

The vessel features a customised VIP lounge with 90m² of space, while the decks feature modern interiors and artificial teak finishes.

The YS 6911 integrates offices, a hospital, a professional galley, a fitness centre, and accommodation facilities for 22 crew and staff. The accommodation spaces are equipped with modern heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.

The vessel is powered by four MTU 16V4000 M63L 1A diesel engines with a power output of 2,240BkW each, as well as two 150kW bow thrusters. The power-plant is equipped with automation, control and monitoring systems.

The propulsion system provides a maximum speed of up to 20kt and a range of 4,500nmi at a speed of 16kt.

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By SuperyachtNews 17 May 2017

On board Damen's 'Game Changer'

Yacht support vessel 'game changer' has left the shipyard for london, where amels and damen formally introduce the 69m vessel to the market….

As superyacht technology and design evolves, is seems more and more owners are wanting to breach the confines of the superyacht cruising circuit for those less accessible locations, which of course call for more functional and purpose-built vessels. As a result, the last five years has belonged to the upsurge of the explorer vessel.

However, for existing superyacht owners who wish to travel further afield, selling their ‘conventional’ superyacht for a more capable explorer is no longer the only viable option, nor is it the most economical. As Damen has demonstrated with its Yacht Support range, you can completely transform the way you use your superyacht with the addition of a Yacht Support vessel. To communicate this to the market, 69m Game Changer’s maiden voyage was to London, to demonstrate her phenomenal capabilities.

Initially, her hard-hitting exterior clearly showcases the yacht’s primary purpose – it’s a kind of ‘what you see is what you get’ presence. Game Changer’ s exterior design is anything but an aesthetical masterpiece by traditional standards. However, in relation to the growing appreciation of the explorer yacht, there is certainly a place in the market for this functional and appearance. In Game Changer’ s case, there’s no place for frills – just practicality in its rawest form.

“The yacht is all about practicality,” says Victor Caminada, marketing manager at Amels, as he walks SuperyachtNews round the vessel. “The boat is rough and tough, reliable and very professional.”

With a maximum take-off weight of 5,000 kg, arguably one of the most impressive exterior features, alongside the 250sqm of deck space and 12-ton deck crane, is its high safety LY3- and MCA-certified helideck. “This arrangement derives form the offshore industry, where this is the standard practice,” Caminda says of the helideck, whcih includes a full drainage system and fire-fighting equipment, enhancing its safety standards further.

While Game Changer is an intrinsically functional vessel, the interior is still a very welcome environment for owners and crew alike. “The nickname of Yacht Support vessel Garçon among crewmembers is actually ‘crew paradise’, as there is more space, and the atmosphere is much more relaxed when there’s no owner on board,” explains Caminada. The yacht has the capacity to carry 21 crewmembers, including pilots, massage therapists and additional staff for the mothership.

The Yacht Support solution offers something which superyachts below 75m can’t really achieve without compromising valuable space on board. According to Damen, the cost of a 75m new build in comparison to an owner’s existing 55m superyacht will incur an increase in capital investment of 225 per cent, whereas the owner’s existing 55m+ superyacht with a support vessel will see a capital investment increase of only 120 per cent. But the major difference is the latter will result in a considerably larger tender and toy storage of 225sqm, in comparison to 130sqm of a 75m superyacht, as well as a combined LOA of 100m.

Overall, the level to which the yacht’s finished is more than impressive from the perspective of both crew and owner. While Game Changer isn’t faired to the same level as an Amels superyacht would be, its demonstration of sheer functionality and resilience is a truly impressive spectacle. For more information on the exploration and support sector, take a look as issue 177 of The Superyacht Report .

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Game Changer

Hvac | yacht support vessel game changer.

Game Changer is the fourth Yacht Support vessel in the 70-metre Damen Yacht Support range. With eleven Yacht Support vessels delivered or in build, Damen is considered a market leader in this rapidly growing niche. Yacht Support vessel are the ideal solution for yacht owners who want to go to exciting new destinations with less established superyacht  infrastructure while enjoying larger tenders, larger helicopters and submersibles.

More space for fun

The 70-metre Game Changer offers  the capability to bring more staff, guides, pilots and security personnel, but at a much lower cost than a larger yacht. Additionally, the yacht owner gets all the benefits of flexible operations and privacy. 250 square metres of open deck space and 110 square metres of storage space below deck offers plenty of space for tenders and toys. A helicopter hangar protects the helicopter from the elements so it is refueled and available for take-off without causing hassle, disruption and noise on the mother yacht.

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Dutch shipbuilder DAMEN  has launched GAME CHANGER , its latest 70-metre DAMEN Yacht Support  vessel (227 ft) with helicopter hangar.

Available in time for the 2017 summer season, GAME CHANGER is a fantastic showcase of the Yacht Support solution for owners who want to have more fun off the beaten track, but with a significantly lower Total Cost of Ownership.

GAME CHANGER is the fourth Yacht Support vessel in the 70-metre segment following the delivery of INTREPID , ‘6711’ and GARÇON .

This latest launch also follows last year’s delivery and sale of the 55-metre showcase vessel FAST & FURIOUS (181 ft). DAMEN is now the established leader in this rapidly developing niche. In total 11 DAMEN Yacht Support vessels have been delivered or are in build.

“Our clients want to go to exciting new destinations with less established superyacht infrastructure and they want to have more fun with larger tenders, larger helicopters and submersibles,” comments DAMEN Product Director Mark Vermeulen . “They also want to take more staff, guides, pilots and security personnel with them. GAME CHANGER is the massive leap forward in capability that they need, but at a much lower cost than a larger yacht. Plus, they get all the benefits of flexible operations and privacy. That’s why we call it the Smart Stretch.”

GAME CHANGER features a fully certified helideck so owners can take larger helicopters on long range flights to their mother yachts and land safely in a wider weather window. Lowering the helicopter into the hangar protects it from the elements so it is refuelled and available for take-off without causing hassle, disruption and noise on the mother yacht.

In addition, GAME CHANGER has 250 square metres of open deck space for tenders and toys. The large deck crane makes logistics and handling simple, fast and safe. Below deck there is a further 110 square-metre storage space/dive centre. The YS 6911 has offices, facilities and accommodation for 22 crew and staff. It can carry a huge amount of extra provisions, fuel (marine, aviation and petrol), luggage and spare parts.

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Dutch shipbuilder Damen has launched Game Changer , its latest 70-metre Damen Yacht Support vessel (227 ft) with helicopter hangar.

Game Changer is the fourth Yacht Support vessel in the 70-metre segment following the delivery of Intrepid, ‘6711’ and Garcon . This latest launch also follows last year’s delivery and sale of the 55-metre showcase vessel Fast&Furious (181 ft). With its Yacht Support range, Damen is now the established leader in this rapidly developing niche. In total 11 Damen Yacht Support vessels have been delivered or are in build.

"Our clients want to go to exciting new destinations with less established superyacht infrastructure and they want to have more fun with larger tenders, larger helicopters and submersibles,” comments Damen Product Director Mark Vermeulen.

Game Changer features a fully certified helideck so owners can take larger helicopters on long range flights to their mother yachts and land safely in a wider weather window. Lowering the helicopter into the hangar protects it from the elements so it is refuelled and available for take-off without causing hassle, disruption and noise on the mother yacht.

In addition, Game Changer has 250 square metres of open deck space for tenders and toys. The large deck crane makes logistics and handling simple, fast and safe. Below deck there is a further 110 square-metre storage space/dive centre. The YS 6911 has offices, facilities and accommodation for 22 crew and staff. It can carry a huge amount of extra provisions, fuel (marine, aviation and petrol), luggage and spare parts.

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GAME CHANGER

GAME CHANGER is a 72.0 m Motor Yacht, built in Netherlands by Damen Yachting and delivered in 2017. She is one of 2 Sea Axe 6911 models.

Her top speed is 21.0 kn, her cruising speed is 18.0 kn, and she boasts a maximum cruising range of 4500.0 nm at 16.0 kn, with power coming from four MTU diesel engines. She can accommodate up to 11 guests in 5 staterooms, with 21 crew members. She has a gross tonnage of 1200.0 GT and a 11.5 m beam.

She was designed by Damen Yachting , who also completed the naval architecture and designed the interior. Damen Yachting has designed 21 yachts, created the naval architecture for 29 yachts, and designed the interior of 17 yachts for yachts above 24 metres.

GAME CHANGER is in the top 5% by LOA in the world. She is one of 115 motor yachts in the 70-80m size range, and, compared to similarly sized motor yachts, her cruising speed is 3.14 kn above the average, and her top speed 3.16 kn above the average.

GAME CHANGER is currently sailing under the Marshall Islands flag, the 5th most popular flag state for superyachts with a total of 422 yachts registered. She is known to be an active superyacht and has most recently been spotted cruising near Brazil. For more information regarding GAME CHANGER's movements, find out more about BOAT Pro AIS .

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• Name: GAME CHANGER
• Yacht Type: Motor Yacht
• Yacht Subtype: Displacement , Expedition Yacht , Support Ship
• Model: Sea Axe 6911
• Builder: Damen Yachting
• Naval Architect: Damen Yachting
• Exterior Designer: Damen Yachting
• Interior Designer: Damen Yachting
• Refits: 2018-10-01

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The YS53 is the latest addition to the Yacht Support portfolio. A next generation 53-metre support yacht built on spec for fast delivery and resulting from the technical know-how and first-hand experience of close to 20 support vessels already delivered. Her exterior deck with crane mirrors her purpose-built functionality and can be used to carry tenders, toys, aircrafts and supplies or even host events. Her upgraded guest accommodation make her ideal for overflow guests and crew or even dedicated staff for a specific mission.   

Updated Design

The Yacht Support 65 is a concept design in the portfolio that offers multipurpose functionality and lots of room for tenders and toys on a larger scale. The flexibility in the design allows for a number of customisations ensuring this is a yacht that can be worked to your exacting requirements for example, the potential for a helideck with a roll-in helicopter hangar without needing to fold the rotor blades. 

Yacht Support 75

Next level support.

If you are looking for next level support then the YS75 brings everything to the table. This 75-metre Yacht Support is designed to provide Owner's with the autonomy they need to support even the largest of superyachts. Her striking exterior, spacious and extensive interior plus all the capability, storage and functionality you can think of, the YS75 is all about unlimited possibilities.

Yacht Support Insider

We have recently aired an exclusive series taking a deep dive into the world of Yacht Support ownership. Going where no other shipyard has gone before, some of our Yacht Support Owners welcome you on board to show you everything that they use their vessels for. From pursuing their passions to delivering disaster relief, these vessels are the source of their Owners’ unique and untold stories.  

Latest articles

First Yacht Support 53 launched

The Damen Yachting team visits Monaco to support the first annual IYBA/MYBA Summit for brokers

Damen’s Support Foundation sponsors summer camp for Ukrainian students

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SHADOW // DAMEN

Damen launched the new 55m yacht support vessel shadow (ex new frontiers)..

SHADOW comes up with an owner’s suite on the main deck has a total accommodation for six additional guests in three suites with a focus on low noise and vibrations. There is also extra cabins for additional staff like pilots or security staff. Furthermore, there is a lounge and dining area of 30 sqm and a sundeck of 50 sqm.

The big main deck offers 240 sqm of space for tenders, toys, containers, and helicopter (with a maximum take-off weight of 3,700 kg). 190 sqm of these are equipped with standard fittings to lash the load. A knuckle-boom crane with a capacity of 12 tons can load very big tenders. At an outreach of 11.50m, the crane has a capacity of six tons. Also, an A-Frame crane can be installed to launch a submarine easily. Interior shots in the first video.

The vessel has a top speed of 20 knots and an operating range of 5,000 nautical miles and a draft of 3.20m. A good draft to have access in smaller marinas and shallow waters. At the aft are additional storages for dive equipment and water sports.

Commercial Director Rose Damen explains:

“NEW FRONTIERS is ripping up the rule book. It’s still a Yacht Support vessel, but you can’t put this vessel into one category or another – and that reflects exactly the wishes of our clients. They want their holiday to be about freedom and spontaneity – NEW FRONTIERS makes that possible. Whether it’s a weekend dive adventure trip away from their superyacht or enjoying two locations at once linked by helicopter, it’s all about unforgettable experiences and freedom. We’re very excited to introduce NEW FRONTIERS in Monaco.”

DAMEN Product Director Mark Vermeulen comments:

“A Yacht Support vessel offers superyacht owners more luxury yachting fun than ever, but at a much lower Total Cost of Ownership than acquiring more capability with a larger yacht. Plus, they get all the benefits of flexible operations, straightforward maintenance, and privacy. That’s why we call it the Smart Stretch.”

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