ROAM Boats unveils ROAM 35 Shadow support vessel

ROAM Boats has revealed renderings of the latest addition to its series of twin-hulled shadow vessels named ROAM 35 Shadow.

Following in the footsteps of the 24 metre and 27.5 metre models, the 35 metre support vessel is the flagship of the Shadow range and boasts a number of upgrades including a touch-and-go helipad, increased crew accommodation and a higher-capacity crane. With an aft deck completely dedicated to storage, the ROAM 35 Shadow is built as a toy carrier and can accommodate a variety of tenders and toys, including submersibles and vehicles.  

Developed in collaboration with a team of designers and naval architects, ROAM’s sturdy Shadow models have been described by ROAM as "4X4s of the sea". 

The go-anywhere model is capable of reaching top speeds of 22 knots and features an impressive transatlantic range coupled with a shallow maximum draft of 1.7 metres. Unfolding bulwarks add additional deck space and this model is also expected to have a hydraulic swim platform for loading and off-loading toys and tenders. 

Six crew members can be accommodated on board the 35 Shadow, but owners can choose to beef up their accommodation according to their needs.

Josh Richardson, chief executive of ROAM  states that “There are no compromises with the ROAM 35. Space and range restrictions don’t apply, so this vessel ticks every box, there is pretty much nothing that it can’t take.”

The launch of their latest model comes after the news that ROAM Boats teamed up with submarine specialist U-Boat Worx to bring their models to market, offering the ROAM Shadow for sale with a two-seat NEMO submarine in tow. The 2,500kg submarine has been designed with the superyacht market in mind with its compact footprint -  requiring less storage space than a pair of jet skis - and single lifting point.

The ROAM Shadow prioritises functionality over comfortability, with a pared- back interior that can be livened up at the discretion of the owner. 

The ROAM 35 will be built in aluminium and will be equipped with twin Caterpillar C32 engines.

Sources:boatinternational.com

Photo:Katia Damborsky