Wooden Boats 14m tender ready to join superyacht

With a beam of 3.5m (11.5’) the design of the WB14 was inspired by traditional Venetian taxi boats with the client requesting Wooden Boats “combine composite materials and the latest technologies with classic lines”.

The Italian shipyard collaborated with Giorgio Cassetta on the sleek, low-slung exterior styling of the tender. Cassetta was also responsible for the interior design, with its forward helm station and aft guest cockpit akin to the layout of traditional Venetian taxi boats. Two generous sofas provide plenty of space for welcoming guests on board.

Teak decking and two tables with cream sofas on either side on aft of Wooden Boats WB14 limousine tender. Sunset and sea in the background.

Wooden decking with cream sofas either side of boat, looking towards dark sunken deckhouse

View down decking of Wooden Boats WB14 limousine tender, with sea and sunset in the background

Heading inside a luxuriously designed sunken deckhouse lets guests connect with the natural environment in atmospheric surroundings. Natural light and ventilation flood the interior thanks to the sliding glass skylights and guests can enjoy unobstructed views with perfectly positioned side windows.

The teak lined, leather upholstered and fully air-conditioned interior seats up to 14 guests. LED lighting and fold down seat backs with glass holders further enhance the relaxed ambiance.

Lightly colored interior of deckhouse of Wooden Boats WB14 limousine tender. Skylight above and LED lighting.

Fold down seat back with drink holder on Wooden Boats WB14 limousine tender, with view through port window to sea

View across deckhouse of Wooden Boats WB14 limousine tender with sea and sunset in the background

Despite her relatively modest 370-hp twin engines the WB14 can hit a maximum speed of 40-knots, with a cruising speed of 34-knots. Her speed is aided by a carbon fiber build using vacuum resin infusion, and a weight of just over 7 tonnes.

An important feature during the current Coronavirus pandemic is the fact an ozone system ensures automatic sanitization on board after each use, giving each arriving guest complete peace of mind when they step onboard.

For the ease of the crew the WB14 also employs Wooden Boats patented launch and retrieval system. The superstructure lowers too so she can fit into limited-height tender garages.

Wooden Boats WB14 limousine tender on sea with hills in the background

Wooden Boats was set up in 2012 by Marco Arnaboldi, who was former director and founder of AB Yachts. They are based in Viareggio, Italy and have collaborated with a number of leading Italian brands to create 18 custom tenders in the past eight years.

The WB14 has been built for an unnamed Italian megayacht. If you are considering a tender for your yacht, view all tenders for sale.