A three-masted 400-guest luxury polar expedition sailing ship will debut for the Atlas Ocean Voyages brand in 2028, with Mystic Invest (Atlas’ parent company) Chairman Mario Ferreira describing the brand as driven by innovation.

“Atlas Ocean Voyages has always been driven by innovation in how we explore the world,” he said.

“With the Atlas Adventurer, we are introducing a new generation of luxury expedition sailing yachts,” Ferreira added.

The ship was ordered from China Merchants late last year, with the shipyard group at the time announcing it was part of an order with three options.

“This vessel serves as a bridge between the wind mastery of the 15th century and the solid sails and electric propulsion of the 21^st century,” said Ferreira.

The vessel will include seven dining venues, featuring specialty restaurants and a new culinary studio. The 26,000-ton vessel will feature five lounges and bars, along with two outdoor bars.

Additionally, there will be an expanded fitness and wellness center, a large swimming pool and purpose-built expedition capabilities, including zodiacs, luxury motorboats and a marina platform with an ocean pool for water-based exploration.

“The yacht is designed to comply with future zero-emission port regulations and can navigate silently, allowing access to some of the most exclusive and restricted small ports around the world,” Ferreira continued.

“This vessel combines modern design with advanced technology, featuring carbon-fiber masts and solid sails, along with a powerful 9-megawatt battery system that enables near-silent operation when sailing under wind power,” he said.

“These advancements highlight our ongoing commitment to sustainable and innovative tourism, while also expanding the destinations we can explore and enhancing the onboard experiences our guests have come to expect.”