Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Sea-Lady-Ii

On August 7, 2023, the infamous superyacht 'Sea Lady II' was successfully elevated from the waters of St Tropez by the renowned Hebo Maritiemservice. The intricate salvage operations, which commenced on August 5, involved the deployment of a specialized yacht lift system. This included a large spreader beam aimed at mitigating any further damage to the vessel's already compromised hull. Despite the dedicated efforts to recover the yacht, it remains expected that the severely damaged 'Sea Lady II' will ultimately face scrapping. For those interested in visual details of this dramatic event, additional reports complete with photographs are available at [Marine Industry News](https://marineindustrynews.co.uk/sad-images-of-sea-lady-ii-as-stricken-superyacht-floated-in-st-tropez-salvage/).

Salvage efforts are actively underway to recover the submerged yacht 'Sea Lady II' in Port de Saint-Tropez, led by the Dutch maritime services firm HEBO Maritiemservice. The specialized vessel 'Hebolift 2' arrived at the location on the evening of August 5 to initiate the operation. Supporting the recovery team is DUC Diving from Urk, who are utilizing lift bags and conducting critical underwater tasks. The sophisticated recovery process employs HEBO's dedicated yacht lift system, which includes a large spreader beam designed to protect the hull from further damage during the refloat. If the procedures proceed as intended, the 'Sea Lady II' is expected to regain buoyancy by the conclusion of August 7 or in the early hours of August 8. For visual updates, view the report with photos here: https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/sea-lady-ii-yacht-refloated-saint-tropez-fire

On July 14, the refloating operation for the sunken yacht 'Sea Lady II' commenced in the picturesque harbor of Saint-Tropez, following an extensive oil spill cleanup. The dedicated team from YDGS shipping company worked tirelessly throughout the day to facilitate the recovery of the vessel, which weighs approximately 400 tons. Divers skillfully deployed multiple lifting balloons around the ship to assist in its elevation, while water was simultaneously pumped out to lighten the load. This intricate operation showcases the advanced techniques used in maritime salvage efforts. For more detailed insights and visuals, refer to the report available here: https://www.varmatin.com/faits-divers/l-operation-de-renflouage-du-sea-lady-ii-a-commence-994260.

On July 10, at 7:45 p.m., the luxury yacht "Sea Lady II" arrived at the picturesque port of Saint-Tropez, only to erupt in flames shortly thereafter. After enduring a grueling 12 hours of firefighting efforts, the vessel ultimately succumbed to its fate, sinking at its berth on July 11. The fire prompted an extensive response from local emergency services, with over 60 firefighters mobilizing to extinguish the blaze and address significant pollution concerns following the incident. As a precautionary measure, maritime traffic in the Old Port was suspended while surrounding vessels were relocated to safer areas. During the emergency response, one of the yacht's fuel tanks suffered a puncture, leading to hazardous spills into the surrounding waters. To combat the environmental impact, anti-pollution booms were swiftly deployed around the wreckage, and firefighters meticulously commenced a procedure to pump out approximately 27 tons of fuel still secured in the yacht’s tanks. Remarkably, as of July 12, by 10 a.m., shipping activities resumed in the port, albeit with caution as vessels were advised to navigate slowly to prevent waking up turbulent waters. Fortunately, water pollution levels showed a notable decline, with test results indicating promising outcomes. Alongside local firefighters, a dedicated team from Marseille played a critical role in the anti-pollution efforts, successfully skimming 2,500 cubic meters of contaminated water overnight. At around 6:00 a.m. on July 12, the ten firefighters returned to Marseille, leaving persistent teams on-site, equipped with four vehicles, prepared for pollution decontamination and technological risk management operations. The focus now is to refloat the "Sea Lady II" and mitigate the aftermath of this maritime disaster. For additional updates and photographs, visit: https://fr.news.yahoo.com/saint-tropez-pollution-vieux-port-150646978.html

A devastating fire engulfed the luxury yacht 'Sea Lady II' at the Quay de l’Epi in the historic port of Saint-Tropez on July 10, 2025. The blaze erupted around 8:15 p.m., quickly spiraling into a major emergency. Fortunately, two crew members, aged 24 and 35, were rescued from the vessel but required treatment for smoke inhalation at the scene. Witnesses reported that the initial signs of smoke were spotted emanating from the upper deck's cockpit, shortly followed by flames erupting from the wheelhouse. Neighbors quickly mobilized their crews to safeguard nearby vessels, just before enormous flames engulfed the yacht. Within minutes, a team of 30 firefighters arrived, deploying four fire engines and two pump vans to establish a secure perimeter, ensuring bystanders remained at a safe distance from the inferno. They were assisted by local gendarmerie and sea rescuers from SNSM. The fire brigade's initial tactics involved dousing the flames from the dock using foam. As the fire intensified and ignited combustible materials, they called in a fireboat to battle the blaze from the water and boarded the yacht from the stern to combat the fire from within. Despite their relentless efforts, the inferno spread to the yacht's lower deck, necessitating hours of exhaustive extinguishing and containment operations throughout the night. By 9:00 p.m., firefighters reported that they had largely contained the flames to the upper structure, although flare-ups persisted in the lower levels. While they believed they had extinguished the fire at approximately 10:00 p.m., it reignited due to the 27,000 liters of fuel that had just been filled in the tanks. The fire continued to rage even after midnight, having spread to all three upper decks. A significant security perimeter was established, blocking access on Mistral and Jean-Jaurès quays, which resulted in surrounding terraces being evacuated around midnight due to smoke. The firefighting efforts extended until 2 a.m. on July 11, with an oil boom placed around the vessel as concerns grew about it sinking due to heavy port listing. An investigation is underway, with initial assessments suggesting that an electrical fault may have sparked the catastrophic fire. For further details and captivating visuals of the incident, check out the news reports: [BBC](https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/c4g85005q93o), [The Sun](https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/35795650/superyacht-bursts-flames-resort/), [Nautic Mag](https://nauticmag.com/2025/07/10/fire-erupts-aboard-41-metre-superyacht-sea-lady-ii-in-saint-tropez-port/), [Liberation](https://www.liberation.fr/economie/transports/le-superyacht-de-luxe-sea-lady-ii-amarre-a-saint-tropez-prend-feu-20250711_B525FWPILJDXHEWTGISQFAABZI/), [France Bleu](https://www.francebleu.fr/infos/faits-divers-justice/l-incendie-du-yacht-a-saint-tropez-eteint-apres-une-longue-lutte-des-pompiers-4526817), and [Var Matin](https://www.varmatin.com/faits-divers/un-superyacht-de-41-metres-en-feu-dans-le-port-de-saint-tropez-993842).