 The ship was ordered by the British government as a gift to Australia in recognition of Australian Bicentenary.Designed by naval architect Colin Mudie, "Young Endeavour" was laid down by Brooke Marine (which became Brooke Yachts during the vessel's construction) in May 1986, and was launched on 2 June 1987.On 3 August, "Young Endeavour" sailed from Lowestoft in England to Australia, via Rio de Janeiro, Tristan da Cunha, and the waters of Antarctica.