RAFTER
Endless Possibilities, Fully Supported
YS53 RAFTER is designed to bring greater freedom to life at sea. Whether extending time away, carrying the toys and tenders that shape each day, or creating room for additional crew and specialist operations, she adds the flexibility to make every journey feel effortless, personal and full of possibility.
With exterior design, interior design and naval architecture all developed in-house by Damen Yachting, RAFTER combines comfort with the proven strength of the Yacht Support 53 platform. On board, she accommodates up to 8 guests and 10 crew plus Captain, with areas shaped around both practical use and relaxed living.
Her open Main Deck offers more than 200 square metres for tenders, toys and specialist equipment, supported by a 15-tonne crane and a reinforced deck for Touch & Go helicopter operations. With her signature axe bow and Damen Yachting’s offshore heritage, RAFTER reflects a refined balance of form and function, whether accompanying a mother yacht or operating independently.
Designed to Expand Every Experience
RAFTER’s exterior spaces are designed to bring greater versatility to life at sea. Her expansive open Main Deck offers more than 200 square metres of configurable space for tenders, toys and specialist equipment, giving Owners the freedom to shape the yacht around the way they want to use it. Supported by a 15-tonne crane, the deck enables the handling of large tenders and heavy-duty loads, while its reinforced structure allows for Touch & Go helicopter operations. On board, RAFTER accommodates up to 8 guests and 10 crew plus Captain, combining practical capacity with the flexibility to support a wide range of yachting experiences.
Yacht Support 53 Specifications
Experience RAFTER
53-metre Yacht Support RAFTER Departs to Join Her Owner’s Fleet
Damen Yachting is pleased to announce the delivery and departure of the 53-metre Yacht Support RAFTER, built for her Owner as a purposeful extension of his fleet. She has now departed from the company’s dedicated shipyard in Antalya and will support the Owner’s private yachting programme.
Damen Yachting Confirms Latest YS53 Yacht Support Vessel
Damen Yachting is proud to announce the sale of a new YS53 from its successful 53-metre Yacht Support range. Currently in build at our dedicated facility in Antalya, Turkey, this latest YS53 is scheduled for delivery in Spring 2026 and is fully backed by our renowned Dutch engineering and craftsmanship.Read moreFourth 53-metre Yacht Support Launched
Damen Yachting has launched the fourth YS53, a 53-metre Yacht Support at its Antalya facility, further strengthening the success series and reflecting the growing demand for highly capable support vessels. Following her launch, the vessel will enter final outfitting and sea trials ahead of delivery to the Owner later this year. The 53-metre vessel is designed to expand what is possible during an Owner’s time on the water, whether operating alongside a mothership or independently. Read moreFourth YS53 Starts Sea Trials
Damen Yachting’s fourth YS53, a 53-metre Yacht Support, has started sea trials, marking the next important step towards delivery later this year. Following her launch at Damen Yachting’s Antalya facility, the 53-metre support vessel is now at sea, where her performance, systems and handling are being tested in real operating conditions. Read moreReady to elevate your yachting experience?
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