Espen Øino is behind some of the best and biggest superyachts on the water—like Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen’s 414-foot Octopus and Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shahid Khan’s 312-foot Kismet , for example—but he has now set his sights on something smaller. The renowned Norwegian designer and his eponymous studio have joined forces with Hodgdon to create two new limousine tenders . Founded in Boothbay, Maine in 1816, Hodgdon has delivered more than 440 vessels over the past two centuries.
The family owned outfit, which has become a leader in high-quality, advanced composite construction, offers a range of limousine , beachlander, and open style boats for darting around the seas. It also builds fully custom runabouts that cater to owners’ specific wants and needs. As for the latest limousines, the two models measure from 29.
5 to 36 feet and showcase sleek, contemporary silhouettes. Both feature the same streamlined hull design and can be fitted with either a forward or aft helm. The positioning of the helm obviously comes down to personal preference but does impact the overall layout.
The forward helm allows for a spacious aft deck, while the aft helm frees up space in the bow for a plush lounge and a ramp for beach access and boarding. The cabin is topped with a retracting glass roof and fitted with giant integrated windows, ensuring plenty of natural light and 360-degree views. The luxurious interior features elegant, upholstered seating for four up to seafarers, .