Superyacht ARKTOS to Head to Auction: A Handcrafted Maritime Masterpiece with Greek Heritage

Source: G3 Auctions

Reported By: Matthew Kennedy

In the realm of luxury yachting, few vessels manage to strike the elusive balance between legacy and lifestyle quite like Arktos. A familiar silhouette in the Greek islands and an exemplar of traditional shipbuilding, this 42-meter gaff-rigged topsail schooner will soon pass into new hands. G3 Auctions has announced that Arktos will be offered at auction, presenting an extraordinary opportunity for collectors and seafarers alike.

Custom-built for a prominent Greek shipping family and maintained with meticulous care, Arktos is more than a yacht—she is a floating testament to generational vision, craftsmanship, and storytelling.

Commissioned and built using age-old Greek boatbuilding techniques, Arktos is a living expression of a nearly lost art. The hull is composed of larch, teak, and iroko—robust timbers traditionally chosen for their resilience and character. Her rigging is fashioned from hemp, while hand-cast deck fittings and a sculptural bear figurehead lend the vessel a tactile sense of history and identity.

Inside, the design continues this reverence for craft. Oak, walnut, ebony, and lemon woods come together in warm harmony, framing a space that feels as intimate as it is impressive. Despite its classical profile, Arktos incorporates all the modern amenities expected by a discerning yachting clientele—delivering comfort without compromising the integrity of her aesthetic.

As the current owner reflects, "Arktos is not just a yacht—she is a living legacy. For over two decades, she has been the heart of my family's dreams and adventures; a vessel that carries stories on every polished plank and in every gentle sway of her sails. Now, the time has come for a new family to take the helm."

Certified by RINA (Registro Italiano Navale) for Unrestricted Navigation, Arktos has the technical pedigree to match her beauty. This classification affirms her readiness for blue-water cruising, opening up global itineraries for her future owner—from the Aegean and Adriatic to the Caribbean and beyond.

While steeped in tradition, Arktos is no museum piece. She’s been actively chartered by world-renowned artists, architects, and performers seeking more than luxury—a genuine connection to the sea. Her appeal lies in the immersive nature of the experience: sails catching the wind above handcrafted teak decks, evenings spent anchored in quiet coves, the sense of motion shaped by the rhythm of wind and water.

Originally listed at €4,700,000, Arktos is now represented by Panagos Lemos of Capital Yachting and Pantelis Stathis of IYC. This upcoming auction marks a unique moment for serious buyers to acquire a vessel with unmatched craftsmanship, storytelling, and blue-water capability.