# Stylish Lifestyle Eco Yachts The Arcadia A85S Boasts an Auxiliary Solar Power System By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-06-27 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcadia-a85s References: [newatlas](http://newatlas.com/arcadia-a85s-luxury-yacht/50224/) & [zendure](https://zendure.com/) Many yachts are designed with a flashy aesthetic that makes them inherently [sleek to see from afar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikonic-yachts), but the Arcadia A85S takes things in a different direction by boasting a more conservative hull and design. Outfitted with ample [luxury amenities onboard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aman-amangati-yacht), the yacht is 85 feet in length and offers ample living space including floor-to-ceiling windows on all four sides of the main deck for stunning views. The Arcadia A85S boasts twin 730 hp MAN engines that will provide a maximum cruising speed of 16 knots with an average cruising range of 850 nautical miles when causing at 12 knots. The top portion of the yacht is outfitted with a series of [solar panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e55000) that cover 387 square feet and provide enough energy to power the ship's various components and amenities when stationary. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Conservative Design:** There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the yacht industry by designing yachts with a more conservative aesthetic. - **Auxiliary Solar Power:** The integration of auxiliary solar power systems in yachts presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for sustainable energy solutions. - **Floor-to-ceiling Windows:** Incorporating floor-to-ceiling windows in yacht design creates an opportunity for disruptive innovation in providing stunning views and natural lighting. ### Where This Applies - **Yacht Manufacturing:** Yacht manufacturers can explore disruptive innovation by incorporating conservative designs into their product offerings. - **Renewable Energy:** The renewable energy industry can seize disruptive innovation opportunities by developing auxiliary solar power systems tailored for yachts. - **Architectural Design:** Architectural design firms specializing in yacht interiors can embrace disruptive innovation by incorporating floor-to-ceiling windows for panoramic views. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Opulent Eco-Friendly Yacht Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oneiric-yacht.md) - [Solar Panel Luxe Superyachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flame-superyacht.md) - [Solar-Powered Private Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zen50.md) - [Hybrid Propulsion Yacht Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fluyt-yacht-concept.md) - [Luxe Eco-Conscious Spacious Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onyx-h2bo-85.md) - [Minimalist Solar Power Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soel-senses-62-electric-catamaran.md) - [Organically Contoured Superyachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-arc.md) - [Opulent Catamaran Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunreef-55-ultima.md) - [Extreme Environment Yacht Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/75ft-explorer-sailing-yacht.md)