This is the Independence, a super-sized support ship that is 190 feet in length. This is not your typical tender, that is, unless yours also happens to be capable of housing a floating heliport with enough storage space to carry every water toy fathomable.
The super-support ship stems from the efforts of a Monaco-based triumvirate of aviation — and marine-related companies. Sterling/Scott Yacht Design, Edmiston & Company, and Sky Group/Monacair have aligned their assets to float this enormous endeavor. Additionally, McFarlane ShipDesign is providing technical support to the project.
The Independence was promoted at this year's Monaco Yacht Show, which ran from September 22-25.
