Built by the Netherlands-based Heesen Yachts, the 163-foot Project Nova-Hybrid yacht—a fast displacement, full-aluminium yacht with an environmentally friendly footprint—was revealed at the Monaco Yacht Show in September. The yacht emits an incredibly low noise level of about 46 decibels while cruising, providing a quieter environment for guests and a more desirable dining experience (as noise levels of 80 decibels or above have been shown to negatively affect the sense of taste). At cruising speed, Nova consu…