Rugged by nature

The bottom plates of Bering yachts are made of up to 10 mm thick, Lloyd's certified AH-36, laser cut, sandblasted and epoxy coated steel, while the hull sides are made of 6.4 mm thick & robust steel of the same alloy. Combined with the internal support structure, this results in a virtually indestructible superstructure isolated from the hull and partitioned by watertight steel bulkheads. Integrated tanks are an essential aspect of the hull design, acting as a "false bottom" and providing watertight integrity in the unlikely event that an external hull plate is punctured.

The tapered, vertically oriented, bulbous bow reduces pitching in heavy seas, resulting in a "water cutting capability" that ensures comfortable movement in seas, with the forward watertight bulkhead acting as a safe, independent collision space.

The two massive rudder fins provide natural stability, reduce roll and increase heading stability while protecting the drive shaft and gearbox. The rudder fins are both wide and curved, providing efficient laminar flow. Engines are placed lower in the hull, lowering the vessel's center of gravity and further increasing stability. Nacelles protect the propeller and rudder, plus they allow the hull to remain upright even when stranded.