M/Y GRACE 58.52m | Australian Yacht Builders | Full Aluminium | 499 GTBuilt entirely in aluminium by Australian Yacht Builders, GRACE is a rare opportunity in today's market. Following an extensive refit and continuous investment by her owner, she combines the volume and capability of a much larger yacht while remaining below the strategic 500 GT threshold, offering significant operational and regulatory advantages.Her contemporary open-plan layout creates an exceptional feeling of space across three expansive decks, giving guests the impression of being onboard a bigger yacht while benefiting from the efficiency of a sub-500 GT vessel.Technical Highlights
Builder: Australian Yacht Builders
Year Built / Refit: 1991 / 2020
Construction: Full Aluminium
Length Overall: 58.52 m
Beam: 10.36 m
Draft: 2.3 m
Gross Tonnage: 499 GT
Commercially Registered
Classification: ABS (renewed in 2024)
ElevatorPropulsionGRACE is powered by twin MTU 12V4000 diesel engines producing a combined output of approximately 4,660 HP, coupled with Kamewa Waterjet propulsion, a highly unusual specification for a yacht of this size. This configuration provides:
Exceptional manoeuvrability
Reduced vibration and noise
Increased reliability
Lower maintenance compared to conventional shaft lines
Excellent fuel efficiency at cruising speedFuel Consumption
60.5 LITRES/HOURS @ 7 KNOTS
121 LITRES/HOURS @ 9 KNOTS
220 LITRES/HOURS @ 11 KNOTS
416 LITRES/HOURS @ 13 KNOTSThis remarkably low fuel consumption makes GRACE one of the most economical yachts in her category to operate. Power GenerationTwin Northern Lights 185 kW generators provide reliable onboard electrical power for all hotel services and guest operations.Both generators have recently been serviced, reflecting the owner's proactive maintenance programme. Stabilisation & Engineering
Naiad Marine stabilisation system
Kamewa Waterjet propulsion
Dry dock completed in May 2026
Recent engine services completed July 2026
Recent stabiliser and waterjet servicing completed May 2026The yacht has been maintained to an exceptionally high technical standard, ensuring she is immediately ready for private or commercial operations. Commercial PotentialOne of GRACE's strongest assets is her commercial certification, allowing her to accommodate up to 130 guests for static events, making her ideally suited for:
Cannes Film Festival
Cannes Lions
Monaco Grand Prix
Corporate hospitality
Brand activations
Luxury private eventsThis represents an exceptional revenue-generation opportunity while also offering outstanding versatility for private ownership.Key Advantages
Full aluminium construction
Rare 499 GT platform
Massive interior and exterior volumes
Open-plan layout creating the feeling of a much larger yacht
Twin MTU 12V4000 engines
Rare Kamewa Waterjet propulsion
Very low operating costs
Commercial certification for events
ABS Class renewed in 2024
Extensive recent servicing and maintenance
Turn-key conditionTender & ToysGRACE is delivered with a comprehensive selection of tenders and water toys, including:
Two 8.13 m Chris-Craft tenders powered by Volvo Penta V8 engines
Two Sea-Doo personal watercraft