MS Diamant: More than a mere vessel. The exciting new event ship on Lake Lucerne

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1 MS Diamant: More than a mere vessel The exciting new event ship on Lake Lucerne

2 A warm welcome The large motor vessel of the Lake Lucerne Navigation Company (SGV AG) entered public service in May 2017 and immediately redefine quality in Swiss passenger shipping. With its elegant appearance, spacious decks and innovative design features, the unique event boat will function as an attraction in its own right. We hope that you might consider it the ideal venue for your exclusive function and think that this brochure will provide you with appropriate inspiration. An extraordinary ship With five different decks and countless clever surprises, our Super Yacht will keep passengers engaged and entertained. Among the signature features are the two interior dining salons with a glass dome, the Nautilus Cabin below deck with live underwater views, the aqua terrace with lake water footbath or the stylish Compass Lounge on the panoramic sun deck. With a capacity of 400 banquet seats, it will be possible to host large events in a truly amazing environment. The ship will be fitted with the latest audio-visual broadcasting equipment to enable successful conferences, concerts, seminars, product presentations or weddings. This will allow you to host your guests in fine style. Amidst the spectacular setting of the Swiss Alps, MS Diamant will help you create memorable moments. 2 MS Diamant 3

3 Special design features PROJECT NAME Diamant BANQUET SEATS 400 CREW 4 NUMBER OF DECKS 5 1 Lower deck (with Nautilus Cabin) 2 Main deck 3 Upper deck 4 Sun deck 5 Panorama deck HIGHLIGHTS BUILDER - Nautilus Cabin below deck with underwater views - Elegant salons with a glass dome and variable spacing - Aqua terrace with lake water footbath - Compass Lounge and bar on the sun deck - Panorama deck Shiptec AG, Lucerne A company of the SGV Group 5 DESIGNER judel / vrolijk & co, Bremerhaven (Germany) PROJECT LAUNCH March 2012 KEEL LAYING July 2014 MAIDEN VOYAGE May 2017 SHIP TYPE Motor vessel PROPULSION Hybrid POWER OUTPUT SHIP WEIGHT LENGTH WIDTH 2x405 kw mechanical (diesel motor) 2x180 kw electric (hybrid drive) ca. 400 tons m m SURFACE AREA 1400 m 2 4 MS Diamant 5

4 Aperitifs and banquets The new benchmark of 400 banquet seats exceeds all previous standards on our lake. Thanks to the spacious design of our new flagship, it will be possible to accommodate up to 200 seated guests in one single salon. Each of the five decks has its own look and feel and the clever overall design allows a lot space variation, so as to customize the setting for every different type of event. For instance the main deck and upper deck, with their impressive gallery, are well suited for traditional banquets or other events with a culinary theme. Popular formats like live show cooking or Flying Dinners will be sure to excite your party. The open decks offer the ideal combination of panoramic viewing terraces as well as sun-sheltered seating areas. Your guests will enjoy nipping on their drinks there, while making informal conversation. The fantastic views will only add to the positive vibe. The following charts give you an overview of the seating capacity per deck and salon. INSIDE SEATING Main deck salon Upper deck salon (with open gallery) Upper deck salon (with closed gallery) banquet seats 128 banquet seats banquet seats ADDITIONAL BANQUET SEATS (separate room) Main deck front lounge 24 banquet seats TOTAL banquet seats OUTSIDE SEATING (weather dependent) Main deck 100 seats Upper deck aft 45 seats Sun deck 100 seats or GASTRONOMY LAKE LUCERNE SAVOR WITH ALL YOUR SENSES Our exclusive board caterer is Gastronomy Lake Lucerne. Let our creative chefs treat you to culinary highlights that perfectly match the impressive natural scenery. All of our wholesome meals are cooked fresh using locally sourced produce and high quality ingredients. With many years of experience, our specialized catering company is the perfect partner for your exciting event. We can offer you a number of popular house brands, such as the craft brewed Urbräu beer or the award-winning Italian red wine Tavola Rosso. All of our meat is sustainably sourced in Switzerland, from producers that are just as passionate about perfection as we are. Sit back, relax and let us do the hard work. The new MS Diamant is fitted with state-of-the-art catering equipment that allows us to efficiently serve as many as 400 banquet participants simultaneously. Take advantage of this massive capacity to stage your large event with us. Your guests will be impressed! Please consult our comprehensive catering brochure for an overview of all food and drink options. 6 MS Diamant 7

5 2 Main deck 3 The largest salon aboard Upper deck Customize the space to your liking with an opened or closed gallery b a a c b a Main deck salon 168 banquet seats (standard) 200 banquet seats (max) b Front lounge 14 Lounge seats (standard) 24 banquet seats (max) O U T S I D E S E AT I N G (weather dependent) 8 Main deck a I N S I D E S E AT I N G I N S I D E S E AT I N G c b 100 seats The main deck is the largest space on the ship. The main deck salon offers 164 banquets seats in its standard set-up and may be variably enlarged to 200. Should you require additional capacity, the front lounge is also available and offers another 24 banquet seats. This is ideal for accommodating smaller sub-groups. When the gallery is open on the main deck, the centrally located podium is slightly elevated by about 20 cm. This therefore is the ideal spot for speakers or presenters to address their audience. Should you wish to combine an aperitif or a banquet with an audio-visual presentation, we are able to supply all of the required electronic equipment. Buffet c b Buffet a a Upper deck salon (open gallery) 128 banquet seats (standard) b Upper deck salon (closed gallery) 164 banquet seats (standard) 196 banquet seats (max) O U T S I D E S E AT I N G (weather dependent) c Upper deck aft 45 seats From the upper deck you may enjoy sweeping views of the Swiss Alps and the wonderful panorama that Lake Lucerne has to offer. Comfortable deck furniture, stylish decor and modern amenities make this an attractive place to linger. When the gallery is open, all banquet guests in the upper deck salon have a fine view down onto the main deck. The atrium-like design creates a superb sense of grandeur. Should your event require extra capacity, the gallery can easily be closed, allowing you to accommodate up to 196 seated guests on the upper deck. Let our experienced catering team wine and dine you there. MS Diamant 9

6 4 Sun deck Cocktails and glamour, just like in Saint-Tropez FROM DECK TO DECK OUR SUGGESTION FOR YOUR SUCCESSFUL EVENT Every deck has its own special highlights. Allow your guests to discover all of them. Our proposed program itinerary might give you a few good ideas. This is how your cruise could go: 4 5 OUTSIDE SEATING (weather dependent) Sun Deck 100 seats Invite your guests for a refreshing drink at the trendy bar and feel as if you would be cruising on a Super Yacht along the Côte d'azur. The elevated position of the sun deck provides excellent sightlines and there are many reclining seats that allow everyone to kick back and truly relax. Of the roughly 100 seats available, a third are sheltered from the elements. The sun deck is ideally suited for an aperitif with welcome drinks or any type of informal gathering. A fantastic feature is also the Compass Lounge. It offers a total of eight plush seats and always aligns itself to the north. Invite everyone for a welcome drink on the sun deck and let them enjoy the splendid views from the top. 4 Continue with a delicious dinner on the upper deck, where our catering team will treat you to culinary delights. 3 During the cruise there is much to see and do. A visit to the Nautilus Cabin 1 on the lower deck will provide unusual underwater views, while the elevated panorama deck 5 is ideal for taking photos. After dinner you can stage the entertainment component of your event on the spacious main deck 2. Everyone will be sure to leave the ship in 3 2 great spirits! 10 MS Diamant 11

7 Onboard equipment LIGHTING PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM WIRELESS MICROPHONE HEADSET SOUND SYSTEM EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS PRESENTATION INFRASTRUCTURE every room can be individually illuminated (including dimming) on every deck / each room can be separately controlled available available good quality with excellent cabling for radio, CD, and various audio devices beamer and projection screen are available on both the main deck and upper deck our partner: BARRIER-FREE BOAT DISABLED TOILET PASSENGER ELEVATOR available connects lower deck - main deck - upper deck - sun deck FACILITIES FOR FAMILIES BABY CHANGE & PLAY AREA available 12 MS Diamant 13

8 The perfect place for presentations, seminars and exhibitions During the past few centuries, Lake Lucerne has inspired many famous writers, poets and artists, including Friedrich Schiller and Mark Twain. The stunning natural scenery will also create the ideal stage for your event and is bound to provide inspiration for all of your participants. Should you plan on hosting a staff seminar, company retreat or teambuilding exercise, we have all of the relevant audio-visual equipment onboard. Let everyone refocus by getting away from the daily grind and instead refreshing and revitalizing in the heart of the Alps. Thanks to our fully fitted ship, you can easily and effectively communicate with large audiences. Wireless microphones and lots of loud speakers all over the boat will help you convey a clear and crisp message. The ultra-modern presentation beamers on both the main deck and upper deck will allow you to project presentations or film footage. Thanks to the latest technical standards, they can achieve an impressive projected image size of 2.3 x 1.3 (16:9). For particularly large functions it is possible to install additional presentation screens around the ship. We also can provide flipcharts, pinn walls or a facilitator s toolbox. Concerts No matter who s playing, the combination of Lake Lucerne s mythical landscape and live music is unbeatable! Classical or contemporary, the melodies and mountains are bound to form a beautiful blend. Entertain everyone and enliven the scene. Technical aspects The ship has been built with concert requirements in mind and therefore is already fully wired. All that is needed is the sound control equipment, which our partner auvisio can provide. Concert seating A variety of different seating arrangements are available for musical performances. Please consult the three charts below to find the one that suits you best. Main deck with the stage in the middle, 166 seats Main deck with the stage to the rear, 171 seats Upper deck with the gallery closed and the stage to the rear, 189 seats 14 MS Diamant 15

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10 Elegant extras It's showtime Why not add that certain wow effect to your event by selecting additional entertainment options. Would you like to have Swiss alphorns aboard, a live Jazz band or a good DJ? Or would you prefer a magician, a comedian or a private fireworks display? We have a large list of local performers and can help you put together the perfect show elements. Additionally, our captain can narrate the cruise for you with geographic information about the lake and region. Decoration Our full range service includes the provision of onboard decor and our fully trained florist as well as a local team of professional decorators will be delighted to implement your stylish vision. Let us create a truly enchanting environment for you. Individual branding Make our ship your ship! We will be glad to advise you on best possible branding opportunities and attractive display areas for your company logo or corporate banners. It is also possible to set up mobile display booths, should you be planning a product presentation or a service launch. 18 MS Diamant 19

11 Our location In the heart of Lucerne Take advantage of our super convenient location in the center of Lucerne. Our boat piers are located just outside the main railway station and next to the KKL. A large parking garage is available for private cars at the SBB station or there is the waterfront Inseli parking lot for group buses. Thus your guests can arrive to Lucerne by road or rail and then benefit from a fast and easy transfer onto our boats. Of course you can commence your charter cruise at any of our other piers, located all around the lake. We are highly flexible and happy to help! Picture from left to right: Christoph Widmer, Nicole Kirch, Ibrahim Demirci, Katja Häfliger-Küng Your event team Are you planning a corporate function, a team building experience, a company Christmas dinner or simply a relaxed employee recognition day? The numbers above designate all of our different boat piers in Lucerne. The map also gives you a good overview of the different parking areas. No matter what you have in mind, we will be delighted to offer you a highly customized service and help implement your ideas and goals. Let our state-of-the-art vessel become your exciting venue! The lovely landscape of Lake Lucerne will ensure true enchantment and help create memorable moments. Take advantage of our rich experience in event management, catering and dedicated customer service. We look forward to hearing from you! Ibrahim Demirci Head of Boat Charters Christoph Widmer Katja Häfliger-Küng Nicole Kirch Lake Lucerne Navigation Company (SGV AG) Phone schiffsmiete@lakelucerne.ch 20 MS Diamant 21

12 Rental prices PRICES ARE FROM/TO LUCERNE, VALID FOR BOAT RENTALS AS OF (All prices include VAT.) 1h 1.5h 2h 2.5h 3h 3.5h 4h 4.5h every additional hour Prices are in CHF Flat-rate for up to 400 people 5'900 6'900 7'900 8'900 9'900 10'900 11'900 12'700 1'600 In case more than 400 passengers are in attendance, we will charge the following supplement per person: CHF 18 for the first hour + CHF 3 for every additional hour. If you would like to provide your event participants with more time before or after the cruise, for flexible, individual arrival and departure times, then please inquire about our discounted hourly rates for the boat simply standing at the pier. TERMS AND CONDITIONS You may find our general terms and conditions on our website. Please consult: For all stationary events at the boat pier without actual cruising over the lake, we will be pleased to offer you a competitive quote with a tailor-made package for your specific event. CREDITS Photos: Mainly by Christian Perret, Emanuel Ammon, Armin Grässl, Isabel Sacher Ship illustrations: judel/vrolijk & co Brochure design: Agentur Frontal AG Publisher: Lake Lucerne Navigation Company (SGV AG) We reserve the right to make changes. The photo at the right shows the Nautilus Cabine. 22 MS Diamant 23

13 Lake Lucerne Navigation Company (SGV AG) Werftestrasse 5 Postfach CH-6002 Luzern Phone Fax schiffsmiete@lakelucerne.ch A company of the SGV Group