ICE 68M: New-Build AES Yacht Custom Mega Yacht for Sale in Istanbul (2018)

The ICE 68M is a groundbreaking new-build mega yacht currently under construction by AES Yacht in Turkey, with delivery expected in 2025–2026. This 68-meter (219'1") expedition-style motor yacht offers an exceptional blend of luxury, range, and crew support, accommodating up to 12 guests across 7 sumptuous staterooms and providing quarters for 19 professional crew members.

Designed by the renowned Milan-based studio Hot Lab, the ICE 68M features a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, flooded with natural light and showcasing a sophisticated, minimalistic interior. The yacht spans six decks and includes an elevator for seamless access, a 5-meter swimming pool, a beach club, a large tender garage (housing 9m and 8m tenders), and a touch-and-go helipad for ultimate privacy.

CCN Yachting, in cooperation with the Turkish shipyard AES Yacht, have unveiled a full custom 68m superyacht, part of the all new explorer vessel range. The delivery of this vessel is expected in 2018. The yacht is currently under construction at AES Yacht shipyard in Istanbul, Turkey. With both interior and exterior design by Hot Lab Yacht & Design, the ICE 68M offers fantastic volume for a yacht of this length. She accommodates 12 guests in 6 double cabins. The owner's area occupies the entire upper deck and is characterised by a spacious cabin forward. The apartment-like feel is created by the use of large continuous full height windows, two large walk in wardrobes and generous his and hers en suite bathrooms. Also featured are a gym and massage room on this deck. Particular attention has been paid to the owner's privacy; developing a very private and direct access to the sky-lounge business meeting room from the exterior tender arrival position. The guest accommodation is on the main deck with three big VIP cabins, one guest twin cabin and one assistant/additional cabin. All guest cabins are equipped with en suite bathrooms and a walk in closet. Two large tenders are located in the lower deck garages, of which the starboard side is convertible into a beach club. On the main deck aft there is a large pool surrounded by sun pads, forward on the bow is a touch and go helicopter deck.

Technical Excellence & Performance

Powered by twin Caterpillar 3516C engines delivering a total of 3,200 hp, the ICE 68M achieves a top speed of 17 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots. With a fuel capacity of 161,500 liters, the yacht boasts a range exceeding 5,000 nautical miles at an economical speed of 10 knots—ideal for long-range voyaging in extreme conditions.

• Length: 68m (219'1" / 67.52m)
• Gross Tonnage: 1,780 GT
• Hull Material: Steel
• Beam: 13m
• Draft: 3.25m
• Guests: 12 in 7 suites
• Crew: 19