Kalimaya — 44m Phinisi Schooner (2020)
Konjo Boatbuilders 2020, charter-operating in Komodo, 6-cabin owner-plus-guest configuration
Vessel Overview
Kalimaya is a 44-metre phinisi schooner built by Konjo Boatbuilders in 2020. The vessel has operated in the Komodo Luxury managed fleet since launch, accumulating 4 charter seasons and approximately 220 charter weeks of operating history. Hull, rigging, and mechanicals are in excellent condition — the vessel passed our buyer-vetting inspection in February 2026 with no significant findings. Cabin layout features one master suite plus five guest cabins (3 doubles + 2 twins), all with en suite bathrooms. Salon configuration accommodates 14-seat dining plus separate lounge area.
Specifications Summary
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Length overall (LOA) | 44 metres (144 ft) |
| Year built | 2020 |
| Builder / yard | Konjo Boatbuilders |
| Cabins | 6 |
| Guest capacity | 12 |
| Crew positions | 10 |
| Hull material | Ironwood + teak (traditional construction) |
| Current location | Labuan Bajo, Indonesia |
| Asking price | USD 2,680,000 |
| Status | Available — buyer-vetted |
Notable Features
Kalimaya carries a premium electronics package (Furuno radar, AIS, GPS, depth sounder; KVH satellite communications), upgraded watermaker (180 litres/hour), professional dive compressor with 8-tank capacity, two RIB tenders (6m and 4m), professional kitchen with Miele appliances, and crew accommodations for 10 in 4 separate cabins. Sail wardrobe was refreshed in 2024 — main, mizzen, and 3 jibs all under 2 years old.
Build Provenance + History
Built by Konjo Boatbuilders to charter specification in 2020. Launched April 2020. Initial owner placed in Komodo Luxury managed fleet; vessel has operated continuously since launch. Refit programme March 2024 covered sail replacement, electronics upgrade, and interior refresh — total refit cost USD 180K. Current owner is offering for sale due to portfolio rebalancing. Sale conditions are open — buyer can continue Komodo Luxury management arrangement (recommended) or transition to independent operations.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Vessel
What survey would you recommend before commitment?
For an operating phinisi like this, we recommend a comprehensive marine survey covering hull (caulking, plank condition, ironwood keel inspection), rigging (mast, standing/running rigging, sail wardrobe), mechanicals (engines, generators, plumbing, watermaker, electrical), electronics (navigation, communication, safety), and interior. Plus sea trial 3-4 hours under sail and engine. Surveyor cost USD 8-18K depending on size and depth. We share preferred surveyors — Bali-based with phinisi-specific expertise.
What is the realistic charter income potential?
Charter potential varies by positioning, condition, and operating structure. For this vessel placed in Komodo Luxury managed fleet (Structure A: full management), we project annual gross revenue ranging USD 1.4M to 2.4M depending on charter weeks (typically 22-28 weeks/year mature). Net to owner after operating costs and management fee typically 35-50% of gross. We model charter projections in detail during deal memo phase.
Can the buyer specify or modify the interior layout pre-closing?
For an operating yacht, layout modifications are part of refit programme post-closing, not pre-closing changes. We can scope a focused interior refit (USD 80-280K typically) as part of the acquisition deal memo. For new builds and refit candidates, layout modification is fully customisable at design phase.
What flag and registration arrangements does the seller have?
The vessel currently operates under Indonesian flag with PMA-compatible ownership structure. Foreign buyers typically continue Indonesian flag operations through new PMA structure (Juara Holding handles registration). Alternatively, buyer can re-flag to Marshall Islands, Cayman, or Cook Islands for foreign-flag operations with charter routed through external operator. Both paths are workable; we model implications in deal memo.
How is the existing crew transitioned at closing?
Operating yachts come with crew. Standard options at closing: (a) full crew transition where existing crew transfer to new owner with continuity of employment, (b) partial transition retaining key officers (typically captain and chief engineer) with fresh hires for stewards/deckhands, (c) full crew change with new hires through Komodo Luxury network. Most buyers retain at least the captain and chief engineer for 12-month minimum to preserve operational continuity and charter book. We facilitate crew transition negotiations.
What is the realistic timeline from inquiry to closing?
Typical timeline: 60-120 days from initial inspection trip to closing. Stage breakdown: inspection trip (4-7 days), independent surveyor + sea trial (10-15 days), structured offer + negotiation (15-30 days), deal memo finalisation (15-21 days), escrow + closing (30-60 days). Faster paths possible for motivated parties (cash buyer, no financing); slower paths happen when survey findings require negotiation rounds.
What is the broker fee structure for this acquisition?
Buy Phinisi charges flat retainer USD 12,000-18,000 covering inspection trip arrangement, surveyor coordination, deal memo drafting, and negotiation. Plus success fee 1.0-1.8% of closing price upon successful transaction. Total fee economics typically lower than traditional dual-side brokerage because we negotiate closing price down by amount that exceeds our success fee. No fees from seller side — we work buyer-side only.
Why Buy Through Buy Phinisi
Most yacht-broker engagements globally are pure intermediary relationships — broker shows yachts, broker collects commission on closing, broker moves on. Our model is structurally different in three ways that materially affect buyer outcome:
We operate phinisi ourselves through Komodo Luxury. Our sister company runs a managed phinisi fleet generating real annual charter revenue. We know which yachts perform operationally because we operate yachts of similar specification. We know which builders deliver because we have commissioned vessels at multiple yards. We know which surveyors are credible because we use them ourselves. This depth of knowledge is structurally unavailable to brokers who only sell.
We integrate buyers into the post-acquisition value chain. Buyers placing yachts in our managed fleet integrate immediately into our operating infrastructure (booking platform, marketing reach, crew network, service partnerships). For independent operations, we still introduce all the partner relationships needed (surveyor, lawyer, accountant, refit yard, crew sources) through our network. Either way, the broker engagement transitions smoothly into operating phase.
Our economics align with buyer success. Brokerage commission is one transaction. Charter management fees compound over 5-10 years if you place vessel in our fleet. We earn substantially more if your acquired yacht performs operationally than from the closing commission. Our incentive is to recommend yachts that will perform — not to close highest-commission transactions quickly.
This is why our buyer pool comes through repeat referrals from charter clients of Komodo Luxury, owners of phinisi we previously brokered, and partner referrals from the Juara Holding Group network rather than digital advertising or cold outreach.
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