Corinthian’s Sailing Venture Unveiled
Orient Express sets a new standard of excellence, bringing a spirit of quiet revolution to the world of exceptional sailing. In June 2026, Orient Express Corinthian will take to the open sea, tracing a course through the French and Italian Rivieras, jewels of the Mediterranean and Adriatic seas.
While awaiting the launch of reservations on March 25, 2025, travelers can officially explore orient-express.com/sailingyachts, a portal to dream of odysseys to come, an invitation to anticipate the journey ahead, and to reimagine the art of sailing.
A triumph of engineering and artistry, Orient Express Corinthian is the product of a visionary collaboration between Orient Express and Chantiers de l’Atlantique, a world leader in naval innovation. Designed with both grandeur and purpose, the vessel represents a seamless convergence of ultimate refinement and cutting-edge innovation, two hallmarks of French excellence.
Her length is 220 meters (722 feet), and she has three tall masts that support rigid sails of 1,500 square meters (16,145 square feet). Beyond its sheer scale, she is a pioneer. Orient Express Corinthian is the first sailing boat to feature the groundbreaking ‘SolidSail’ propulsion system. Its three tilting, rotating masts improve performance under sail, capturing wind with outstanding efficiency and lowering dependency on traditional fuels. This innovative system is further supported by a hybrid propulsion solution driven by liquefied natural gas (LNG), which emits significantly less than typical marine fuels, paving the way for more sustainable navigation.
An AI-driven detection system reduces the likelihood of marine animal collisions, while dynamic positioning technology eliminates the need for anchoring, protecting delicate seabeds. Every part of the ship’s design is optimized to protect the water it travels through.
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