PTARMIGAN

Launched in May 2012, hull number 107, Ptarmigan is the seventh Swan 82S to be built by Nautor's Swan - a proven design of an unmatched pedigree which insures both comfort and performance.

Whilst Ptarmigan provides the ultimate cruising experience, the yacht also draws on Nautor's Swan's racing heritage and boasts a powerful racing hull that, combined with an innovative rig configuration, offers a surprising responsiveness that makes her a dream to sail. Her size enables her to cope with a wide range of water and weather conditions effortlessly, giving outstanding blue water performance, whilst providing unexpectedly easy handling.

German Frers designed Ptarmigan as a performance cruiser, bringing together the stylish lines and luxurious interiors which are at the heart of Nautor's Swan's design philosophy, with high spec performance features such as a carbon fibre deck which adds rigidity to the hull, and a carbon fibre mast and boom. A low profile, streamlined deckhouse situated in front of the cockpit also adds to the high performance feel of this beautiful yacht.

Ptarmigan is a light, stiff craft which is fast and responsive under sail, the embodiment of Swan seaworthiness.

The hull is built of single-skin glass/aramid hybrid fibre with carbon reinforced stiffeners throughout and is finished in a high-gloss gelcoat layer. An L-shaped steel fin with a lead bulb gives a maximum draught 3.50 metres, which enhances Ptarmigan's sailing capabilities.

Ptarmigan accommodates 7 charter guests in 3 cabins: master with queen sized berth and two twin cabins.  One of the twins has an additional Pullman.  The living area is spacious and elegant, bringing together the very best in Swan design. The saloon of Ptarmigan is the hub of the yacht, featuring the latest in yacht building technology with a wide spectrum of entertainment equipment which can be customised to our guest's requirements.                 

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PTARMIGAN Crew Profile

Captain – Bob Cooper

Qualifications: Master 200, Officer of the Watch 3000 tons

PADI Rescue Diver



Bob is from the small seaside town of Southwold on the east coast of England. He started his sailing career as a dinghy instructor on the beaches of Greece, Turkey and Antigua which inevitably led him into the yachting industry. Bob Joined Ptarmigan in the commissioning stages of her build after having spent the previous 5 years working as First Officer on 50 to 60 meter super yachts, chartering and racing in the Pacific, Atlantic, Caribbean and Mediterranean. Bob is a keen fisherman.



Mate – Mathew Sharp

Qualifications: RYA Yacht Master, PADI Advanced Open Water



Avid water sports enthusiast and keen sailor Matt has spent his entire life in or around the water. Sailing from a young age with his family his continued passion for the oceans has led him to do a degree in Marine biology and continue his career in yachting.



Chef – Libby Nixon

Great food has had an important place in life from childhood; coming from a large family of talented chefs and cooks, Libby enjoys producing meals influenced by cuisines from across the world, striving to find locally sourced fresh ingredients. Libby has been busy enthusiastically developing her culinary skills over the past few years which has led her towards yachting and onto Ptarmigan to pursue her passion as Chef.



Gemma Doul

Hailing all the way from the white sanded beaches of the Coromandel Peninsula, New Zealand, Gemma has spent the last seven years working in Hospitality around NZ. With a love for the outdoors and enthusiasm for travel, she joined Ptarmigan to further her career in the yachting industry.

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