First look: 44m Orion superyacht Orion One delivered

Turkish shipyard Orion Yachts has delivered the 43.8-metre motor yacht Orion One, the first project of the Yalova-based builder, ahead of her debut at the upcoming 2026 Cannes Yachting Festival.

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Launched in May of this year, Orion One was built at the shipyard’s facility in Altinova, Turkey. She was designed inside and out by Red Yacht Design, with naval architecture by Alfa Marine Design.

Outside, Orion One presents a sleek exterior characterised by clean horizontal lines, expansive glazing and balanced proportions.

Photo: Red Yacht Design

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Outdoor living is a priority in Orion One, with generous deck spaces offering guests space to lounge or dine alfresco, while enjoying the ocean breeze. A Jacuzzi is located on the upper deck, while expansive deck spaces invites guests to relax close to the water.

Photo: Red Yacht Design

Inside, Orion One welcomes guests in a Red Yacht Design interior featuring light-toned natural materials and soft furnishings with light blue accents. Floor-to-ceiling windows sweep along, bringing in abundant natural light to her open-plan main saloon. A skylounge forms an additional indoor space for guests to gather while admiring the ocean vistas.

Photo: Red Yacht Design

With a beam of 8.1-metres and spanning 480 GT, Orion One sleeps up to 12 guests in her five-stateroom configuration. Her owner’s suite on the main deck is fitted with a fold-down balcony, while her remaining four guest staterooms are located on the lower deck.

Orion One is powered by twin Caterpillar engines, propelling her a top speed of 15 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots.

She is set to begin her first cruising season in the Mediterranean following her appearance at Cannes.