The 32m/105' motor yacht 'Xebec' (ex. Madeleine) was built by Camper & Nicholsons in the United Kingdom at their Gosport shipyard. This luxury vessel's exterior design is the work of Charles E. Nicholson and she was last refitted in 1987.

A xebec (/ ˈ z iː b ɛ k / or / z ɪ ˈ b ɛ k /), also spelled zebec, was a Mediterranean sailing ship that was used mostly for trading. Xebecs had a long overhanging bowsprit and aft-set mizzen mast.

The well proportioned superyacht XEBEC is a motor yacht. This 32 metre (105 foot) luxury yacht was created at Camper & Nicholsons in 1900. XEBEC used to be named 149 Madeleine; Alfreda; Ursula; Xebec Iii.

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Interior & exterior photos of XEBEC, the 32m Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard super yacht, designed by Charles E. Nicholson

Feb 15, 2013 · The xebec (French chébec/chébeck) was a lightly-constructed vessel of the Mediterranean Sea that featured lateen sails as well as oars. Developed from the long, narrow oar-powered galleys of ancient times, xebecs were fast vessels able to sail close to the wind because of their triangular sails.

Feb 14, 2022 · The xebec was a Mediterranean ship with combined sail and rowing propulsion. It was developed from the Mediterranean galley and shared many of its features. ...

With a long overhanging bowsprit and an aft-set mizzen mast, Xebec’s were known for speed and usefulness for trading. For your chance to capture the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, this intermediate level kit is a perfect way to build on the skills you have learnt.

Jul 26, 2024 · The Xebec, a type of Mediterranean sailing ship, was primarily used by Barbary pirates and xebec-frigates, ship-rigged ships with hulls similar to that of a xebec. These ships operated in the Mediterranean Model Gallery and were characterized by their sharp bow, low freeboard, and lateen sails.

This is the survey report for Xebec, a Halcyon 27, said to have been built in 1970. This is to certify that I, William Copeland, acting upon instructions from Mr Ignacio, attended the above vessel as she lay ashore at Yacht Haven Quay, Plymouth, on 10th February 2008 for the purpose of ascertaining her general condition prior to purchase.