V.Ships Leisure, part of V.Group, is partnering with Orient Express Sailing Yachts for the management of its two sailing yachts, Orient Express Corinthian and Orient Express Olympian.

The collaboration covers crew, technical and hotel management to ensure a seamless, sustainable and luxurious onboard experience for passengers.

Managed from Monaco by V.Ships Leisure, the first vessel, Orient Express Corinthian, will be the world’s largest sailing yacht, featuring hybrid LNG propulsion and AI-driven noise reduction technology. It will enter service in June 2026, sailing across the Mediterranean, Adriatic and Caribbean. Orient Express Olympian will follow in 2027.

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“We are honoured to partner with Orient Express on this revolutionary maritime project, where exceptional design meets cutting-edge technology and sustainability,” said Per Bjornsen, CEO of V.Ships Leisure.

“Our role is much more than a ship manager. By working in close partnership with our clients, building a strategic and collaborative relationship, we are providing real value and impact. At a time when the industry is getting more and more complex, we have the agility to support small and medium-sized companies in the hospitality space, whilst providing the scale of a global business. It’s a real win-win for all.”