The world of superyachting witnessed a truly special moment on June 27, 2025, when German shipyard Lürssen launched its magnificent 134.2-meter mega yacht Deep Blue. This wasn’t just any ordinary launch—it was a celebration that perfectly intertwined maritime craftsmanship with historic significance, marking the shipyard’s remarkable 150th anniversary.
Lurssen superyacht DEEP BLUE – Photo DrDuu
A Perfect Timing of Celebration
The timing couldn’t have been more fitting. Founded on June 27, 1875, by Friedrich Lürssen at just 24 years of age, the company has grown from modest beginnings through four generations into a premier shipbuilder. As Deep Blue gracefully entered the waters at Lürssen’s Bremen facility, the moment represented far more than another successful yacht delivery—it served as a powerful symbol of the German shipyard’s enduring legacy built upon core principles of quality, innovation, and engineering excellence.
“It is with great pride that I reflect on how Lürssen has evolved into the company it is today,” says Peter Lürssen. “However, this journey has not been without its challenges. We have had one hundred and fifty years marked by trials, challenges and jubilations.”
Engineering Marvel Meets Luxury
Standing at an impressive 134.2 meters in length, Deep Blue represents the largest confirmed yacht delivery from Lürssen in 2025. The vessel showcases the shipyard’s mastery in combining cutting-edge engineering with luxurious design. Her steel hull and aluminium superstructure create a graceful silhouette, while exquisite teak decks add classic maritime elegance.
Luxury mega yacht DEEP BLUE – Photo DrDuu
The superyacht’s impressive 9,000 GT volume offers expansive spaces for both relaxation and entertainment. Notable features include multiple pools, with the largest positioned on the lowest aft deck, a state-of-the-art cinema, comprehensive spa and gym, professional beauty salon, and beach club for seamless indoor-outdoor living.
Technical Excellence and Innovation
Deep Blue’s technical specifications reflect Lürssen’s commitment to performance and reliability. The yacht is powered by eight MTU engines as part of a sophisticated diesel-electric propulsion system, ensuring both power and efficiency. This continues Lürssen’s tradition of pioneering innovations—from building the world’s first motorboat with Gottlieb Daimler in 1886 to introducing the first energy-efficient hybrid propulsion in 1997 and advanced wastewater treatment systems in 2009.
Luxury mega yacht DEEP BLUE – Photo DrDuu
The Journey Ahead
With her successful launch complete, Deep Blue will proceed through the final outfitting stages before undergoing comprehensive sea trials in the North Sea. Current schedules point to her expected delivery in Autumn 2025, when she will officially join the elite fleet of large superyachts.
Luxury mega yacht AZZAM 180m ©Klaus Jordan – courtesy of Lurssen
Since forming its dedicated yacht division in 1988, Lürssen has built and delivered 70 bespoke yachts with a total length exceeding 6,500 meters. Today, 35 of the top 100 yachts are built by Lürssen, including the 180.61-meter AZZAM, the world’s longest yacht.
As Deep Blue prepares for her maiden voyages, she carries with her not just the hopes of her future owners but also the proud heritage of a shipyard that has spent 150 years perfecting the art of creating extraordinary vessels. Friedrich Lürssen’s declaration that “My firm shall be known as a leader in both quality and performance” remains true to this day.
