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"e deck layout has been reconfigured in line with the owners' requirements, with a helm station positioned in front of the a deck house creating a social atmosphere close to the center cockpit, enabling the helmsman and guests to remain in close contact," Hoek says. "In doing so the a cockpit has become the owner's cockpit, not only creating privacy but also providing an extension of the a owner's cabin and deckhouse. e central steering wheel with two adjacent side consoles are flanked by winches and hydraulics for performance sailing by a small crew. e stainless-steel steering pedestal is piece of art in its own right, with a classic nighthouse housing the compass encircled by a double-spoke wheel with an oval shaped rim." Both Ingram and Hoek's roles, however, would come to an end in the early spring of 2018, when they handed Vijonara over to her owners. But for MCM, and Ingram in particular, the oversight of the project was one of great pride. So much so that they still have an open line of communication to this day. "A good owner's representative is essential on any new-build project," the owners say. "Not someone who's fighting over every penny necessarily, but someone who can bring together the different partners to make it happen. [Ingram] was very good at doing that and a gentleman to boot. Being involved as owners makes the experience much more rewarding, but it's important not to try and second-guess every decision." ough Vijonara's owners couldn't be happier with the final build, her time in the spotlight was not over. Most recently wowing judges at the 2019 World Superyacht Awards, taking home the title of Best Sailing Yacht for both her outstanding performance and classic charm. "We are absolutely delighted the judges decided in Vijonara's favor, as we feel that the team created something very special: a timeless and elegant spirit-of-tradition yacht with fine sailing characteristics and a well-proven sea-kindly hull form," says Ingram. A near perfect example of a modern classic, Vijonara has paved the road for ships three and four in the Truly Classic 128 series—the builds of which will also be managed by Ingram. But like Vijonara herself— which is a culmination of her owner's names—the real story is one not just of adventures on the horizon, but also an homage to journeys past. V U E N J . C O M 99

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