In June 2026, Orient Express sets a new standard of excellence, bringing a spirit of quiet revolution to the world of exceptional sailing with the Orient Express Corinthian, the world's largest sailing yacht, which will sail the seas, tracing a route through the French and Italian Rivieras, jewels of the Mediterranean and the Adriatic.
The Orient Express Corinthian is the fruit of a visionary collaboration between Orient Express and Chantiers de l'Atlantique, a world leader in naval innovation. Designed with majesty and purpose, the vessel represents the perfect convergence of supreme refinement and cutting-edge innovation, two pillars of French excellence.
Its dimensions are extraordinary: 220 meters in length and three imposing masts supporting 1,500 square meters of rigid sails. But beyond its scale, it is a true pioneer: the Orient Express Corinthian is the first sailing yacht equipped with the revolutionary 'SolidSail'. Its three tilting and rotating masts optimize performance under sail, harnessing the wind with exceptional efficiency and reducing reliance on conventional fuels. This advanced system is complemented by a hybrid propulsion powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), resulting in a significant reduction in emissions compared to traditional marine fuels, marking an important step towards more sustainable sailing.
The commitment to sustainability runs deep. An AI-powered detection system minimizes the risk of collisions with marine mammals, while dynamic positioning technology eliminates the need for anchoring, preserving the delicate seabed. Every aspect of the vessel's design has been carefully calibrated to protect the oceans it traverses.
