A superyacht may need a second boat, but not necessarily a conventional tender. Anvera 200 occupies the space between these two ideas: almost 20 metres designed to accompany the mothership, operate independently and take on functions that would otherwise require dedicated space, organisation and equipment on board the main yacht.
This is what makes the project particularly interesting. Anvera 200 does not attempt to replicate the superyacht on a smaller scale, but rather to complement it. It can handle guest transfers, quickly reach the shore, carry equipment and water toys, or become an independent platform for spending a day at sea. With lounges, cabins and generous outdoor areas, the boat continues to serve a purpose long after the transfer is over.
At 19.97 metres long, with an entirely carbon-fibre construction and a beam that increases from 5.96 to 6.85 metres when the side terraces are opened, the project takes the chase boat concept into a more complete dimension. This is also the most interesting way to look at Anvera 200: not simply by asking how fast it is or how much space it offers, but by considering what it can add to life aboard a superyacht.
An aft deck designed around life by the sea
The first answer can be found at the stern. The deck extends over more than 30 square metres and can be further enlarged by opening the side terraces. The resulting area can be used for relaxing close to the water, preparing sports equipment or making it easier for guests to embark and disembark. When the mothership remains at anchor, Anvera 200 can head for the shore, enter smaller bays or become a base for a day dedicated to activities on the water.
Several solutions developed specifically for chase boat use make these movements easier: an integrated multifunctional passerelle, a removable carbon-fibre ladder, repositionable handrails and non-slip surfaces. They may be less visually striking than the terraces or the performance figures, but they are important in everyday use, making transfers between the two boats and access to the water easier.
The boat’s structure also reflects this intended use. Among the solutions adopted, Anvera highlights a tubular structure integrated into the hull, developed to contribute to stability, manoeuvrability and comfort while underway. These are particularly important qualities for a boat designed to move frequently and carry guests.
Interiors that adapt to the way the boat is used
The same versatility continues below deck. Anvera 200 is not built around a single layout but can be configured according to the owner’s requirements. The lower deck can accommodate up to two guest cabins with their own bathrooms, as well as a crew cabin with a bathroom and independent access. Beneath the T-Top is a spacious lounge and dining area, protected at the sides and designed for different moments throughout the day. It can be used for dining, relaxing or simply spending time on board when away from the mothership.
The generous interior headroom also contributes to the sense of space, an important consideration on a boat of this size. The interiors therefore feel more liveable and make it possible to consider Anvera 200 for longer stays than would normally be associated with a tender.
Its intended use ultimately determines the configuration. As a standalone yacht, the layout can prioritise liveability and comfort. As a chase boat, it can instead be organised around the programme of the mothership, balancing the requirements of guests, crew and activities.
When speed serves a purpose
Performance is one of Anvera 200’s most obvious characteristics, but it becomes more interesting when considered in relation to the boat’s role. For a chase boat, speed means being able to reach a destination independently, cover distances quickly or rejoin the mothership while it is underway.
At the heart of the project is a full-carbon construction, which keeps weight under control while allowing for substantial volumes. Anvera manages the entire production process directly at its facility in Misano Adriatico, from carbon-fibre lamination to final painting. The yard also links this expertise to experience gained in fields such as Formula 1, hypercars and Offshore Class 1 racing.
The model is offered in three configurations. Anvera 200, powered by two 1,300 hp MAN V8 engines, exceeds 50 knots; Anvera 200-S, with two 1,800 hp MAN V12s, exceeds 60 knots. Anvera 200 Racing, meanwhile, uses two 2,200 hp MAN V12 engines paired with Top System surface drives and can exceed 70 knots. The Racing configuration was selected for the first unit, while two more boats with different configurations are already under construction for next season.
A project developed around the mothership
There is another aspect that brings the discussion closer to design. If a chase boat is intended to accompany a superyacht on a permanent basis, its identity can also become part of the wider project. Anvera 200 is produced in a very limited series, and each unit can be customised both inside and out. Materials, colours and finishes can be coordinated with those of the owner’s mothership. The yard also offers the possibility of developing stylistic references to the owner’s hypercar, taking personalisation a step further.
This does not mean creating a scaled-down version of the mothership. Anvera 200 retains its own proportions and design language, while the bespoke work can establish a visual relationship between the two vessels. The chase boat therefore becomes part of the same design universe, while maintaining a distinct character and purpose.
More freedom aboard the superyacht
The presence of a chase boat of this size can also influence the organisation of the mothership itself. Water toys, equipment, transfers and some guest activities can be moved onto a separate platform. Anvera 200 can serve as a base for water sports, take guests on excursions or carry equipment that would otherwise need to be stored on the main yacht.
The advantage therefore lies not only in what the second boat provides, but also in the functions it can take away from the mothership, allowing greater freedom in the use of its volumes. For commercial programmes, Anvera also offers the possibility of developing chase boats compliant with the international standards required for this type of operation, making the project suitable for certain charter requirements as well.
Beyond the tender
This is where the definition of tender begins to feel limiting. Anvera 200 can, of course, transfer guests and support the mothership, but its role continues once the transfer is complete. The aft deck becomes a large area by the sea, the interiors make longer stays on board possible, and its performance allows the boat to travel quickly and independently. Layouts and finishes can also be developed around the owner’s requirements and the operational programme of the mothership.
Anvera 200 therefore interprets the chase boat as a second platform for the superyacht. It does not replicate the mothership’s spaces or attempt to replace it. Instead, it takes on the functions that a more agile and independent boat can perform more effectively.
