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Uh Oh Yacht

117' Swiftships | Custom |
1990 / 2007

Uh Oh EX: Safe Conduct II, Rebecca

Guests

8
Cabins

4
Crew

5

Length	GT	Built (REFIT)
117'	270 GT	1990 (2007)
Beam	Draft	Top Speed
25'	5' 10"	14 Kts

The 117' motor yacht Uh Oh was delivered to her owners in 1990 by Swiftships. Her naval architecture and exterior design comes from the drawing boards of Fry Associates Inc. - Fryco, while Claudette Bonville is responsible for her interior design.

Design & Construction

Designed around a displacement aluminium hull and superstructure she features a 25' beam and a 5'10" draft. The yacht has an internal volume of 270 GT (Gross Tonnes).

Accommodation

Uh Oh offers accommodation for up to 8 guests in 4 suites comprising an owners cabin, 1 VIP cabin and 2 twin cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 5 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience.

Performance & Capabilities

Powered by twin diesel Caterpillar (C30) 1,652hp engines running at 2300rpm, motor yacht Uh Oh is capable of reaching a top speed of 14 knots, and comfortably cruises at 10 knots. With her 33,022 gallon fuel tanks she has a maximum range of 2,303 nautical miles at 11 knots.

Uh Oh Yacht is For Sale

Uh Oh is currently on the market for sale with an asking price of $2,995,000 USD.

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Guests

8
Cabins

4
Crew

5

Length	GT	Built (REFIT)
35.66m	270 GT	1990 (2007)
Beam	Draft	Top Speed
7.62m	1.78m	14 Kts

Uh Oh Yacht Build Story

Owner's Brief

This 35.66m (117ft) aluminium yacht, designed for serious voyaging and exploration, took shape with a clear brief from her experienced owner. He wanted a vessel built for tranquillity and discovery, particularly in the Yucatan Peninsula and the River Amazon.

Owner's Requirements

Desired a yacht for exploration & long voyages
Prioritized reliability over speed
Emphasized ease of maintenance & manoeuvrability
Focused on harmonious & humanistic interior design

Build & Design Team

Builder

Swiftships

Naval Architect & Exterior Designer

Fry Associates Inc. - Fryco

Interior Designer

Claudette Bonville

How did they do it?

From the beginning, the build was a collaborative effort between Swiftships of Morgan City, Louisiana, & Fryco, Houston, Texas. Swiftships, with a solid history of fabricating over 400 aluminium vessels for the US Navy, Coast Guard, & various commercial clients, proved a natural choice. This shipyard, known for its rugged, reliable boats, was well-suited to bring about the owner's dream.

Challenges emerged, of course. Constructing a yacht capable of long-range cruising while maintaining a shallow draught required innovation. The hull, derived from Fryco's F-1000 Series, had to be modified extensively. Tip-tunnels over the propellers reduced the draught, enabling better exploration of both the Caribbean & the Amazon.

Every square metre of Safe Conduct II’s arrangement was designed for effortless flow & access for both guests & crew. Fuel & water tanks, integral to the hull below the accommodation, maximized space. The hull structure met American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) requirements, featuring five watertight compartments for added safety.

2007/8 Refit

Now renamed Rebecca, she underwent a two-and-a-half-year refit. This project was driven by the owner's desire to honour his late wife, Rebecca, known for her exemplary Southern hospitality.

Key Owner Requests

Extend the flying bridge for a party deck
Modernise the interior with rich woodwork
Maintain a sophisticated yet comfortable Southern style

The project initially began as a minor refit at Global Ship Systems. However, unexpected issues with the black-water system led to an extensive overhaul:

Discovery of black-water system failure
Complete gutting of the yacht, except the engine room
Replumbing & rewiring the entire vessel
Shift from Global Ship Systems to Hinckley yard due to the former's closure

Structurally, the engine room was the only untouched area, as it was in excellent condition. On the exterior, new plates were installed in the freeboard. A sleek 12.5-foot (3.8-metre) extension to the flying bridge created a fabulous party deck with a spa pool. The entire interior, including all bulkheads, was replaced. Claudette Bonville Associates designed a new upscale style featuring makoré wood base with Khaya crotch mahogany & madrone burl inlays. Extensive hardwood trims in walnut & cherry were added, along with innovative storage solutions inspired by Gulfstream private jets.

Craftsmanship

The woodworking on Rebecca was a highlight. André Dyer & his team from the South African master woodworkers guild took over mid-project, delivering the millwork. They handcrafted intricate details such as a stair-rail balustrade emulating cranes & low country grasses and bronze cast custom-designed drapery holdbacks by Georgia blacksmith Ivan Bailey.

The refit saw an average of 30-35 people working daily. Captain Richard Johnson, who led the crew for years, played an important role in maintaining morale & teamwork. The yacht’s new insignia, a cast of Rebecca's signature, was a heartfelt nod to her legacy.

Specifications

Principal Characteristics

Builder Swiftships
Built / Refit 1990 / 2007
Naval Architect Fry Associates Inc. - Fryco
Exterior Designer Fry Associates Inc. - Fryco
Interior Designer Claudette Bonville

Current Name Uh Oh
Launch Name Safe Conduct II
Flag United States
Ex Names Safe Conduct II, Rebecca

Dimensions

Length 117'
Length Waterline 103'
Beam 25'
Draft 5' 10"

GT 270 GT
Displacement 304,238 Lbs

Hull & Superstructure

Hull Type Displacement
Hull Material Aluminium
Hull Colour White
Superstructure Aluminium
Superstructure Colour White
Deck Material GRP & Teak

Capacities

Fuel Capacity 33,022 Gallons
Freshwater Capacity 713 Gallons

Speed & Range

Max Speed 14 Knots
Cruising Speed 10 Knots
Range 2,303nm @ 11.5 Knots

Engine & Propulsion

Engine
2 x Caterpillar C30
Type Diesel
Power 2x 1652hp / 2215kW @2300rpm
Total Power 3304hp / 4430kW
Propulsion Twin screw propellers

Accommodation

Guests 8
Cabins 4
Cabin Arrangement 1 Owner 1 VIP 2 Twin
Crew 5
Crew Cabins 3
Captains Cabin Yes

Principal Characteristics

Builder Swiftships
Built / Refit 1990 / 2007
Naval Architect Fry Associates Inc. - Fryco
Exterior Designer Fry Associates Inc. - Fryco
Interior Designer Claudette Bonville

Current Name Uh Oh
Launch Name Safe Conduct II
Flag United States
Ex Names Safe Conduct II, Rebecca

Dimensions

Length 117'
Length Waterline 103'
Beam 25'
Draft 5' 10"

GT 270 GT
Displacement 304,238 Lbs

Hull & Superstructure

Hull Type Displacement
Hull Material Aluminium
Hull Colour White
Superstructure Aluminium
Superstructure Colour White
Deck Material GRP & Teak

Capacities

Fuel Capacity 33,022 Gallons
Freshwater Capacity 713 Gallons

Speed & Range

Max Speed 14 Knots
Cruising Speed 10 Knots
Range 2,303nm @ 11.5 Knots

Engine & Propulsion

Engine
2 x Caterpillar C30
Type Diesel
Power 2x 1652hp / 2215kW @2300rpm
Total Power 3304hp / 4430kW
Propulsion Twin screw propellers

Accommodation

Guests 8
Cabins 4
Cabin Arrangement 1 Owner 1 VIP 2 Twin
Crew 5
Crew Cabins 3
Captains Cabin Yes

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