SOLSTICE

SOLSTICE is a contemporary yacht-to-
passenger-ferry & VIP cruise conversion for the
Bahamas, able to accommodate up to 200
passengers. The conversion transforms the
existing yacht platform into a versatile
passenger vessel while retaining its distinctive
streamlined profile, generous exterior spaces,
and premium spatial character. The multi-level
arrangement provides a clear separation
between passenger areas, operational spaces,
and open decks, while the wide aft platform and
stepped superstructure reinforce the vessel’s
modern identity and support efficient day-to-
day operation.
A defining feature of SOLSTICE is the retention
and repurposing of the yacht’s upper decks for
passenger use. These areas can continue to
provide functions typically associated with yacht
operation and leisure, including open-air
seating, lounges, relaxation areas, dining and
bar spaces, and other hospitality-oriented
facilities.

This arrangement combines the comfort,
exclusivity, and outdoor lifestyle of a yacht with
the accessibility, capacity, and operational
functionality required of a passenger ferry,
creating a distinctive onboard experience for up
to 200 passengers.

Powered by methanol with hydrogen injection
in the main engine, SOLSTICE works around two
complementary operating profiles, with a
maximum speed of 25 knots and an eco speed
of 12 knots. The higher-speed profile supports
efficient passenger transportation, while the
eco-speed profile enables more economical and
relaxed operation for longer or leisure-oriented
journeys. Through this conversion approach,
SOLSTICE preserves the character and qualities
of the original yacht while transforming it into a
modern, flexible and clean-powered passenger
vessel aligned with the broader AURELIA Clean
Sailing fleet.