39.6m ISA Extra L.A.U.L Reduced by €1m to €8.95m

A distinctive Extra 130 receives a price reduction Denison Yachting's November 2026 asking-price bulletin identifies the 39.6-metre ISA Extra 130 motor yacht L.A.U.L among the larger vessels receiving a reduction. Her advertised price has moved from €9,950,000 to €8,950,000, a decrease of €1 million. The brokerage's individual listing places the yacht in Bandol, France, and describes her as a 2019 aluminium long-range motor yacht built by Palumbo Shipyard in Savona. This is a new public asking figure rather than a completed sale. Prospective buyers should confirm its currency, tax treatment and current availability directly with the appointed broker before drawing conclusions about the overall acquisition cost.

The EXTRA concept combines volume and outdoor living The Extra 130 Alloy is intended to provide extensive interior and exterior guest spaces in a vessel shorter than forty metres. The design uses broad windows, generous decks and an aft leisure arrangement intended to make guests feel connected to the water. These characteristics distinguish the yacht from a traditional high-speed open yacht or a classic displacement tri-deck. However, a model's appearance does not determine every detail of its operating profile. Owners should assess the actual hull's structural arrangements, machinery and use of space. L.A.U.L is a completed vessel with her own history, not a concept whose final specification remains to be decided.

Francesco Guida and Studio Rogantin developed the design The broker credits the design to Francesco Guida, with naval architecture by Studio Rogantin and Palumbo Superyachts. The combination of exterior architecture and technical design helps explain the yacht's large social areas relative to her length. A broad aft deck can offer the experience of a larger vessel, but must also accommodate equipment, service routes and the practicalities of mooring. Large windows and open living areas place demands on climate control and privacy. Prospective owners should examine the finished yacht's arrangement to understand how those features perform during extended cruising. The design credits provide provenance, but the yacht's present condition needs separate assessment.

Aluminium construction has its own maintenance profile L.A.U.L is described as having an aluminium hull and superstructure. Aluminium can be attractive in certain yacht designs because of its weight characteristics and fabrication flexibility, but it is not automatically free of maintenance. Protective systems, correct isolation from incompatible metals and inspection of welds and structures remain important. Owners considering a long-range aluminium yacht should understand the yard's maintenance recommendations and the condition of underwater coatings. A surveyor may also examine the consequences of any previous repairs or alterations. A brochure's construction description is useful, but it does not prove that every structure is in perfect condition or that future maintenance will be inexpensive.

The main deck opens towards the water The current marketing description highlights a swim platform leading to the aft main-deck lounge and an interior arranged with substantial panoramic windows. For owners who spend time in warm-weather anchorages, the ability to move directly between shaded seating and swimming areas can be an important part of the yacht's appeal. The platform and nearby doors require suitable operating procedures and maintenance, particularly where heavy moving structures are involved. A yacht's leisure equipment should never be treated as a collection of decorative accessories. Safe operation depends on the permitted loads, weather conditions and the crew's ability to control guest access when the vessel is manoeuvring or the machinery is moving.

The upper aft deck provides a second social focus The brokerage describes exterior dining, a bar and seating on the upper aft deck, with side walkways connecting this area to the forward sundeck and Jacuzzi. This arrangement allows guests to use different spaces according to weather, wind and their preferred level of privacy. A forward sun area may be attractive at anchor but exposed when underway, so its practical use depends on the operating conditions. A Jacuzzi introduces water-treatment, pumping and electrical requirements that must be maintained. The presence of multiple leisure zones can enrich private cruising while increasing the technical workload for crew. Owners should balance lifestyle benefits with the time and cost required to keep the facilities working reliably.

The interior uses a contemporary palette Denison's presentation describes large windows and a restrained palette involving leather, metal, slate and light-coloured surfaces. The main salon includes a swivel television and a formal dining area intended for twelve. Modern interiors may look simple because decorative detail is reduced, yet they can still be technically complex to maintain. Large panels and bespoke finishes need careful cleaning and sometimes specialist repair. A potential buyer should also consider the practicality of circulation when the yacht is moving, along with storage for guest belongings and the position of crew service routes. A photographic gallery is useful for understanding the atmosphere but is no substitute for a full walk-through.

Five principal guest cabins support private cruising The yacht's advertised accommodation includes a full-beam owner's suite on the main deck, three VIP double cabins and one twin cabin on the lower deck. This totals five principal guest cabins, although the number of guests permitted under any particular operating regime must be verified. The arrangement provides flexibility for couples or family groups and offers a distinction between the owner's accommodation and the other suites. A purchaser should examine actual dimensions, privacy, ventilation and access to the bathrooms. Those aspects are more informative than the cabin labels alone, particularly for people expecting to stay aboard for several weeks at a time.

Seven crew can be accommodated Denison describes five crew cabins for a total of seven crew members, including the captain's cabin near the navigation deck. Staffing arrangements influence service quality and the yacht's capacity for extended voyages, but the number of bunks is not a substitute for safe manning and appropriate qualifications. The correct crew complement depends on registration, operating status and the planned activities. A buyer should consider whether the accommodation and working areas are sufficient for the intended programme, including the need for engineers, deck staff and hospitality personnel. On long journeys, crew welfare and rest arrangements are operational matters, not simply back-of-house details.

Twin Caterpillar C32 diesels provide the propulsion The yacht is powered by twin Caterpillar C32 engines described as producing 1,800 horsepower each. The public performance figures include a maximum speed of around seventeen knots and a cruising speed of approximately twelve knots. Those values describe the yacht's claimed capability, not a current independently observed trial. A practical voyage involves fuel consumption, weather and the condition of the hull and machinery. Owners should request service records, fuel curves and recent operating data before making plans for long passages. The propulsion arrangement needs to be reviewed together with generators, stabilisers and hotel services, as all contribute to the vessel's reliability away from shore.

A 5,200-nautical-mile range is conditional Denison's listing states a range of approximately 5,200 nautical miles at nine knots. This is a broker-stated specification and should not be confused with the distance the yacht can cover at its maximum speed. Fuel reserves, sea conditions, loading and the demand from generators and other machinery can affect endurance. An owner interested in long-range cruising should have the captain or naval architect develop a voyage model based on documented fuel consumption at realistic speeds. The advertised number is a useful starting point for questions, not a promise of uninterrupted ocean travel under every condition. Technical due diligence should also establish fuel-tank capacity and the reliability of the measurement system.

A tender garage supports practical exploration The stern arrangement is described as accommodating a 5.4-metre tender and a Jet Ski. Such equipment can expand the activities available when the mothership is anchored, from guest transfers to coastal exploration. The safe use of a garage depends on available clearances, the rating of any lifting mechanism and proper securing of equipment during passage. Buyers should not assume that a different tender of similar length will necessarily fit or be within the handling limits. Maintenance of garage doors, seals and machinery is especially relevant because the area operates close to seawater. Tender and watersports equipment should also be identified in the sales inventory, rather than inferred from photographs taken at an earlier date.

The VAT-paid statement needs documentary confirmation The November bulletin describes the revised asking price as VAT paid. That may be relevant to a buyer planning to keep the yacht in certain European jurisdictions, but tax status can be complex and depends on the supporting documents and circumstances of the transaction. The phrase in a listing should not replace legal advice or proof accepted by the relevant authorities. Owners should establish whether any contemplated change of flag, location or commercial operation alters their obligations. A yacht's public asking price is not always the total cost of acquisition, and professional advice can prevent costly misunderstandings. The current €8.95 million figure is the seller's advertised price, with the broker's VAT statement requiring proper verification.

A ten-percent price adjustment deserves context A €1 million reduction from €9.95 million represents approximately 10.1 percent of the previous figure. Such an adjustment is significant, but it does not prove that the yacht has lost the same percentage of market value since delivery. The seller may have revised the price for reasons not disclosed to the public, and the actual outcome of negotiations may differ. Buyers can compare L.A.U.L with other yachts around forty metres, but differences in volume, construction, age and technical status make simple calculations unreliable. A vessel with a distinctive layout may appeal to a narrower audience than a conventional production yacht, and that can affect marketing strategy without necessarily indicating a defect.

The November news is a live asking-price revision The specific development reported is Denison Yachting's revised advertised price of €8.95 million for the 2019-built ISA Extra 130 Alloy L.A.U.L. Her published specification includes aluminium construction, five principal guest cabins, extensive outdoor areas, twin Caterpillar engines and a long-range operating concept. A completed sale has not been announced, and the price may change before a purchaser is found. For Superyacht Guide readers, the yacht presents a distinct option within the large motor-yacht brokerage market. The sensible next step for any interested party is a hull-specific review of documents, survey condition, included equipment and the exact terms of the proposed transaction.

**Reporting basis:** Denison Yachting official November 2026 reduction bulletin and the individual L.A.U.L 130-foot ISA listing. The accompanying image is a first-party Denison photograph of the actual yacht, and the quoted 5,200nm range and VAT status are attributed to the broker rather than independently verified.

Primary source: Denison Yachting November 2026 price reductions bulletin and first-party individual L.A.U.L listing.

Photo: Denison Yachting actual L.A.U.L yacht-specific brokerage gallery; 5,200nm range and VAT paid are broker claims; €8.95m is only an asking figure. Official source image.