Military-Inspired Design with Modern Luxury
Tansu Yachts for Sale
Custom Craftsmanship Rooted in Turkish Innovation
Tansu Yachts delivers striking, military-inspired yachts that blend robust exterior styling with contemporary luxury. Based in Turkey, the shipyard focuses on custom and semi-custom builds that emphasize functionality, spacious layouts, and bold design. With a focus on innovation and craftsmanship, Tansu continues to attract clients who seek performance, style, and individuality on the water.
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About Tansu Yachts
A Bold Legacy in Turkish Yachtbuilding
Founded in Istanbul by designer Riza Tansu, Tansu Yachts has established itself as a leader in naval-inspired superyachts. Since the early 2000s, the shipyard has gained international acclaim for delivering yachts that merge rugged aesthetics with refined functionality. Tansu’s bold design language and focus on practicality have redefined the boundaries of luxury yachting.
Tailored Design with Tactical Precision
Tansu Yachts approaches each project with a design-first philosophy, offering custom and semi-custom builds that reflect the owner’s lifestyle and preferences. The yard integrates military-style exteriors with open-plan interiors, maximizing livability without compromising on strength or performance. Each yacht is developed with direct input from Tansu’s in-house architectural and engineering teams.
Award-Winning Yachts and Global Recognition
Notable builds such as So’Mar, Cyclone, and Sexy Fish have received multiple design awards and recognition from international yachting publications. These vessels stand out for their striking silhouettes, efficient layouts, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Tansu Yachts has earned the trust of discerning clients seeking distinct design and long-range capability.
Innovation in Form and Function
By leveraging lightweight aluminum construction, Tansu Yachts delivers efficient hulls that support long-distance cruising and fuel economy. The shipyard continues to explore innovative layout concepts, advanced propulsion systems, and sustainable material integration. As a result, Tansu remains at the forefront of blending modern naval architecture with contemporary yachting luxury.
Tansu Yachts at a Glance
country
Istanbul, Turkey
Specialities
The yard focuses exclusively on fully custom and semi-custom motor superyachts, specializing in bold, military‑inspired exteriors paired with functional, beach‑house style interiors
Size Range
23 m to 44 m (75 ft to 144 ft)
Hull Configurations
Their designs typically feature displacement or semi‑displacement monohulls, optimized for long-range cruising, comfort, and stable performance
Hull Materials
Tansu employs steel hulls often paired with aluminium or wood superstructures, ensuring structural integrity, durability, and aesthetic flexibility
Services
The yard maintains a boutique production model, building no more than two yachts per year, with an in-house design studio led by Rıza Tansu and long-standing collaboration with Diana Yacht Design to support tailored naval architecture and styling.
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New Yacht Construction Expertise with Tansu
At Worth Avenue Yachts, we take pride in guiding our clients through the custom build journey with Tansu Yachts—one of the most distinctive and design-driven shipyards in the world. Known for its military-inspired styling and minimalist beach-house interiors, Tansu offers a rare combination of bold aesthetics and practical luxury. Our team brings direct experience with Tansu’s design process and production methods, providing clients with exclusive access to build timelines, technical insight, and transparent progress updates.
Tansu Yachts is an ideal partner for owners seeking a fully custom or semi-custom yacht with strong character and long-range cruising capabilities. With limited annual production and a hands-on approach led by designer Rıza Tansu himself, each project benefits from true design continuity and focused craftsmanship. Worth Avenue Yachts enhances this experience by offering personalized oversight, proprietary build records when available, and seamless coordination from concept to completion. Our global shipyard relationships and end-to-end client support ensure every Tansu build meets the highest expectations—delivering not just a yacht, but a statement of individuality and innovation.
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At Worth Avenue Yachts, we turn visionary ideas into world-class yachts—crafted with precision, passion, and a commitment to your unique journey.
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