Bering’s €5.5 Million BUMBLEBEE Brings Expedition-Ready Luxury to the Catamaran Market
Fresh from the Cannes Yachting Festival, the BC60 explorer catamaran combines long-range capability, expansive living spaces and the freedom to venture beyond traditional cruising destinations.
In a luxury yachting market where spacious interiors and long-distance capability increasingly share the spotlight, Bering Yachts is presenting an intriguing proposition: an expedition catamaran designed to travel far without sacrificing the comforts of life aboard. Following its appearance at this year's Cannes Yachting Festival, the Bering BC60 BUMBLEBEE is now available for purchase at €5.5 million, offering prospective owners the opportunity to acquire a completed explorer yacht without the extended timeline associated with a new build.
Constructed entirely from marine-grade aluminum, BUMBLEBEE reflects Bering's established emphasis on long-range cruising while introducing the generous proportions and stability associated with a multihull design. Measuring 18.9 meters (approximately 62 feet) in length with an 8.6-meter beam, the catamaran offers a substantial footprint for its size, creating an onboard environment designed as much for extended living as for the journey itself.
That distinction is central to BUMBLEBEE's appeal. Rather than positioning the vessel solely as a weekend escape or coastal cruiser, Bering has equipped the BC60 for owners who envision spending considerable time aboard, exploring remote destinations and enjoying a greater degree of independence from marina infrastructure.
The accommodations reflect that philosophy. Three guest cabins, including the owner's suite, are complemented by a fourth cabin that can accommodate additional guests or crew. Each cabin features its own private bathroom, providing flexibility for family cruising, entertaining friends or traveling with dedicated support.
Above deck, the design emphasizes connection to the surrounding seascape. A panoramic main saloon offers expansive views, while an enclosed upper saloon and pilothouse provide additional protected living space. Outdoor dining and lounging areas create opportunities to enjoy the destination whether the yacht is underway or anchored in a secluded bay.
For prospective owners, however, BUMBLEBEE's most compelling attributes may be found beneath its refined presentation.
Powered by twin Cummins QSB 6.7 engines producing 425 horsepower each, the vessel is specified to deliver a range exceeding 3,500 nautical miles at 8 knots under half-load conditions. With fuel capacity of 13,500 liters and freshwater storage of 3,000 liters, supported by an onboard watermaker, the catamaran is designed to accommodate extended passages with fewer demands on shoreside facilities.
Additional systems reinforce its expedition credentials. Two generators and solar panels support onboard operations, while comprehensive Furuno navigation equipment provides the technology required for passage planning and navigation. Substantial storage capacity allows owners to provision for longer voyages, an important consideration when cruising beyond established yachting destinations.
BUMBLEBEE also caters to owners who view the water as more than scenery. Dedicated diving facilities include two compressors and equipment storage, making underwater exploration a natural extension of the cruising experience. A hydraulic swim platform provides convenient access to the sea, while a Highfield tender powered by a Yamaha 70-horsepower outboard expands the possibilities for exploring coastlines, reaching shore and enjoying watersports.
These features speak to a broader evolution in luxury yachting. Increasingly, the appeal of an explorer vessel lies not simply in the distance it can travel, but in the independence it provides once it arrives. Owners want the flexibility to spend more time in remote anchorages, move between destinations on their own schedules and maintain the amenities that make extended cruising enjoyable.
BUMBLEBEE brings those priorities together within a catamaran platform that offers generous usable space without requiring the dimensions of a substantially larger monohull yacht.
Its availability also introduces a practical advantage. With the yacht already constructed and presented publicly at Cannes, interested buyers can evaluate an existing vessel rather than commit to a lengthy design and construction process. In a segment where custom builds can require significant planning and lead time, immediate availability may be particularly appealing to owners eager to begin their next cruising season.
At €5.5 million, BUMBLEBEE occupies a distinctive position for buyers seeking a combination of expedition capability, multihull comfort and turnkey ownership. The vessel's aluminum construction, long-range specifications and onboard amenities reflect a design intended for more ambitious itineraries, while its living spaces preserve the relaxed atmosphere expected of a contemporary luxury yacht.
For Bering Yachts, BUMBLEBEE represents an approach to modern exploration in which comfort and capability are not competing priorities. They are essential parts of the same experience.
And for an owner ready to venture farther, the attraction is straightforward: a yacht built to make the journey as rewarding as the destination.
The Bering BC60 BUMBLEBEE is offered for sale at €5,500,000. Private viewings and full specifications are available through Bering Yachts at sales@beringyachts.com.
