Icon Yachts MISSION-M
About this yacht
The Icon Yachts MISSION-M stands as a purpose-built 50-meter explorer yacht engineered for serious long-range expeditions. Built on the proven ICON 50 Technical Platform, this motor yacht combines an ocean-going hull with substantial interior volume, creating a vessel designed for autonomy in the world's most challenging waters. What sets the MISSION-M apart is her semi-custom approach. Owners can personalize layouts and interiors within defined technical parameters—watertight integrity and fire zones remain sacrosanct, but everything else adapts to individual vision. This flexibility extends across six split-level decks, where commercial offshore design principles meet private yacht comfort. Icon Yachts brings decades of expedition yacht expertise to this project. The Dutch yard's reputation for building and converting large-range vessels ensures that MISSION-M delivers on her promise: reliability through simplicity. Systems are deliberately straightforward and maintainable. Commercial-grade components appear where they make sense, maximizing uptime during extended passages far from service infrastructure. The hull tells its own story. A tall, flared bow provides stability in rough seas, while Ice Class 1D certification and Polar Code C rating confirm Arctic capability. Despite her 50-meter length, MISSION-M achieves a 7,000-nautical-mile range—a figure typically reserved for much larger vessels. She's engineered to the regulations governing yachts over 500GT, adding another layer of safety and long-range credibility to this capable powerboat. The 10-meter aft deck functions as a true working platform. A heavy-duty crane handles loads up to 9.6 tons with 15-meter reach, accommodating tenders up to 10 meters or two 20-foot expedition containers. For scientific missions, this space transforms into a research platform with laboratory and staff modules for up to four scientists—making MISSION-M a genuine purpose vessel for ocean conservation work. Inside, the layout prioritizes both privacy and efficiency. The owner occupies a dedicated deck with private balcony, while four guest suites on the lower deck provide comfortable accommodation for up to 20 guests. The 270-degree bridge and adjacent sky lounge invite everyone into the navigation and mission planning process—a design choice borrowed from commercial offshore operations that reinforces this yacht's expedition character. Twin main engines drive conventional shafts through an oversized engine room where maintenance access was prioritized from the first design sketch. Crew and staff quarters distribute efficiently across decks, supported by strategically placed pantries and service areas. Exterior design comes from Amsterdam's Weel Sluijter Design, a studio known for functional elegance across multiple Northern European yards. Interiors bear the signature of Miami-based Carla Guilhem Design, an award-winning studio working exclusively by referral for clients seeking bespoke environments. The Icon Yachts MISSION-M represents a considered approach to expedition cruising—where range, safety, and adaptability aren't marketing phrases but engineering imperatives built into every system aboard.
Activities & Experiences
- Diving — Dedicated storage for diving equipment and convenient water access for easy entry and exit
- Fishing — Facilities and layout suitable for recreational fishing activities on board
- Liveaboard Use — Designed for full-time living on board, comparable to a floating home or private villa
- Access to Exclusive Events — Access to exclusive or invitation-only events enabled by yacht ownership and positioning
- Business Meetings — Interior and exterior spaces suitable for meetings, networking, and professional representation
- Sea & Ocean Exploration — Long-range capability, typically around 3,000 nautical miles, enabling ocean crossings and remote destinations
- Events & Parties — Suitable for hosting events and social gatherings, within certified guest capacity limits
- Family Leisure — Comfortable setup for spending time on board with family, including safe spaces and shared living areas
- Travel & Cruising — Suitable for extended cruising, typically from 300 nautical miles and above
Onboard Amenities
- Full-Service Galley — Fully equipped galley designed for preparing complete meals by a professional chef or the owner
- Fitness Area — Dedicated indoor space for fitness equipment and physical training
- Helicopter Landing Pad — Helicopter landing capability, either existing or structurally possible to install
- Spa / Sauna Area — Dedicated wellness area, including spa facilities and/or sauna
- Tender Garage — Internal storage for a tender, allowing fast and easy access to shore
Suitable For
- Family — Comfortable setup for spending time on board with family
- Travel — Suitable for extended cruising journeys
- Expedition — Designed for remote and challenging regions
- Events — Suitable for hosting events and social gatherings
- Northern Areas — Design optimized for cooler northern climates
Specifications
- Length
- 50.45 m
- Guests
- 20
- Category
- Motor
- Hull Type
- Monohull
- Hull Material
- Aluminium/Steel
- Design School
- German-Dutch
- Country of Build
- Netherlands
- Max Speed
- 14.00 knots
- Cruising Speed
- 10.00 knots
- Range
- 3333.33 NM
- Engine Type
- Inboard
- Engine Power
- 3000.00 HP
- Fuel Capacity
- 80000.00 l
- Navigation Category
- CE Category A (Ocean)
- Price
- 36200000.00 EUR