The Chinese yard Cheoy Lee has unveiled a new 38.7-meter model called the 127 Discovery Explorer.
The focus for this model was on a practical and “seakindly” design, featuring a full-displacement steel hull with a sharp entry and spray chine. This yacht was created in partnership with Nick Boksa of Boksa Marine Design.
The pilothouse is positioned at the front to provide optimum visibility, taking inspiration from the design of commercial vessels, while the tender is located on the main deck at the rear instead of the flybridge, ensuring a low center of gravity. Key specifications include a 2.4-meter draft, an 8.8-meter beam, and a 4,000 nautical mile range.
The beach club is equipped with a transom hatch that can be secured for safety while underway.
Accommodations consist of five cabins, including a full-beam master cabin on the main deck. While the explorer yacht can be operated with a smaller crew, there’s room for up to 11 staff members—including an engineer and a captain’s cabin, which is a rare feature in the sub-40-meter category. A dumbwaiter services all four decks.
The interior design details are yet to be revealed but will be crafted by Sylvia Bolton. The formal saloon and dining area are designed for entertaining, while the skylounge and sundeck will be optimized for “informal fun and relaxation,” according to the shipyard.
“Building on our shared commercial maritime background, our goal was to create an expedition yacht under 150 feet that still offers luxury, seaworthiness, and serviceability, enabling owners to pursue their dreams of global exploration in safety and comfort,” said B.Y. Lo, director of Cheoy Lee. “The 127 Discovery has realized this vision beautifully, and we look forward to collaborating with Nick on future models in the Cheoy Lee Discovery Series.”
This announcement follows the launch of the first unit in the Cheoy Lee 130 explorer series, which has been designed to “meet the challenges of bluewater adventures around the globe” with exterior lines by Overing Yacht Designs.