13 day cruiser going around the bay, so we needed sails with the right area to provide the required torque, which we found to be 1,500 square metres. However, there was no sailmaker who could create a sail that was sufficiently big and durable for us, so we developed the SolidSail concept. This allows us to have carbon fibre and glass sails with very large surface areas. Overcoming these obstacles was a huge challenge for Chantiers de l’Atlantique, and it took until 2024 to develop a solution. But the first sail will be delivered to Orient Express, helping to increase the sustainability of the maritime world.” Onboard, the vessel has been designed to embody the same 1920s-1930s style of luxury that will feature on its rail-bound counterpart. Accommodation will range from the 47-square-metre Suite Panoramique to the 225-square-metre Agatha Christie suite, which features a marble bath, literary-themed artwork, a fitness room and 180-square-metre terrace with a jacuzzi. The brand has chosen not to include balconies for its Suite Panoramique category but, as the name suggests, it’s not a decision made due to lack of space. “As the ship already offers 35 square metres of outdoor space per guest, we felt that we could find a different solution for the cabins,” says Vautier. “So, we have instead developed the “ We were able to overcome challenges thanks to our small, but very efficient, team” Photo: Alixe-Lay-Orient-Express Photo: Alixe-Lay-Orient-Express Guest bathrooms will be outfitted with high-end materials such as marble, brass, wood and mirrors Suites will feature decor reminiscent of the luxurious cruise liners of the 1920s and 1930s
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