The Dutch shipyard Oceanco has officially marked a significant milestone in its Life Cycle Support history with the relaunch of the 92.8-meter (304ft) Draak. Emerging from the builder’s Zwijndrecht facilities on February 7, 2026, the vessel—formerly known as Tranquility and Equanimity—has undergone one of the most complex structural and operational transformations in recent maritime history.
Originally delivered in 2014, Draak returned to her birthplace not for a mere cosmetic refresh, but for a fundamental re-engineering of her purpose. The project has successfully transitioned the vessel from a standalone primary superyacht into a highly specialized companion yacht, designed to operate in tandem with the superyacht Leviathan.
Engineering a Dual-Yacht Synergy
The core of the Draak project was the requirement for cross-functionality. Working alongside the owner’s representatives at YTMC and Y.CO, Oceanco’s engineering team reconfigured the vessel to serve as a support hub that maintains the luxury standards of the primary fleet while adding robust utility.
To accommodate its new role, Draak underwent significant naval architecture changes overseen by Azure Yacht Design. The most notable modification is the removal of the upper deck aft helideck to create clearance for a heavy-duty tender deck on the main deck aft. This area is now equipped with high-capacity C-davits and a 12.6-tonne jib crane to manage substantial tenders and equipment.
Interior Transformation: From Spa to Science
Internally, the vessel’s luxury layout was completely reimagined. The yacht’s original beach club and spa has been replaced with a state-of-the-art dive center, featuring a built-in decompression chamber for professional-grade diving expeditions.
To support the expanded team required for a two-yacht operation, the main deck saloon was converted into a massive crew mess. Furthermore, the interior now features a “chef’s lab” for high-end culinary experimentation and new adaptable cabins to provide additional high-end crew accommodation capacity.
A Success for Life Cycle Support
The rebuild was led by Project Manager Edwin Schneider, who was part of the yacht’s original new-build team. Schneider emphasized that the scale of the changes required a total systemic overhaul, including ventilation and electrical infrastructure.
With the relaunch complete, Draak is now entering its final commissioning phase. The yacht will undergo rigorous sea trials in the North Sea before her scheduled delivery later this year.
