Luxurious, brave, and fully equipped, these yachts are no different from castles on the water.
According to the SCMP news site, not less than the special planes in the air, super yachts are also “elegant pleasures” of many billionaires in the world. Some people are willing to spend billions of dollars to invest in their own luxury yacht.
And here are the 10 most expensive superyachts on the planet.
10. Pelorus – $300 million
9. AI Said – $300 million
Al Said is the world’s largest superyacht, equivalent to 15,850 tons with a length of 154 meters and a capacity of about 150 people. This superyacht was built by Lürssen in 2008 with exterior design by Espen Oeino and interior by RWD.
Named after the late King Qaboos Bin Said Al Said, the yacht is believed to have been owned by an unnamed noble in the Sultanate of Oman. Details of the luxury amenities on board were not disclosed, but one of the best-known features is the concert hall with a capacity of 50 orchestras.
8. Radiant – $320 million
Radiant is currently owned by Saudi businessman Abdulla Al Futtaim. Built by Lürssen in 2009, this yacht has the exterior style by Tim Heywood, while the interior is done by Glenn Pushelberg.
The deck is made of teak and the exterior is made of aluminum. Luxuriously designed and with an emphasis on privacy, Radiant only serves 16-20 guests per turn. At the same time, it also supports visitors with the most modern facilities such as cinemas, massage rooms, and swimming pools.
7. A or Motor Yacht A – $323 million
Launched in 2008, the yacht of Russian billionaire Andrey Melnichenko was built by Blohm+Voss and designed by Philippe Starck.
According to Hawaii News Now, this yacht is famous for its resemblance to a stealth warship, more specifically the US Navy’s destroyer Zumwalt. The inside of the yacht is equipped with bomb-proof glass, surveillance cameras, biometric security systems, and an emergency exit compartment.
In addition to security measures, Motor Yacht A also has a full range of first-class luxury amenities, including a glass-bottom swimming pool, a discotheque, and six cabins for passengers.
6. Serene – 330 million USD
Launched in 2011, Serene was originally owned by Russian vodka magnate Yuri Scheffler, then acquired by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Dubbed the “Palace on the Sea”, Serene has all the amenities like any other expensive yacht and more, specifically, on board there is a ski room, sauna, and outdoor cinema. , saltwater swimming pool, spa, instrument room, astronomical observatory, and even a dance floor, inside the yacht there is an underwater observation room to admire marine life.
5. Dubai – $350 million
Many people believe that the Dubai yacht is owned by Mr. Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum – Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and also the head Emir of Dubai. However, it was originally ordered by the Prince of Brunei Jefri Bolkiah.
Dubai yacht is up to 161.8 meters long, built exterior by Platinum Yachts and interior by Andrew Winch. This ultra-luxury superyacht is equipped with a mosaic swimming pool, a variety of sunbathing and hot tub areas, a helipad, and a series of color-changing glass spiral staircases.
4. Motor Yacht A+ – 527 million USD
A+ or formerly known as Topaz, is another flashy yacht from the Lürssen line. Similar to Dubai, A+ is also owned by a powerful name from the UAE – Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Launched in 2012, the ship’s exterior was designed by Tim Heywood and the interior by Terence Disdale. Yacht Harbor said this superyacht also has full facilities such as a gym, hot tub, cinema, and conference room.
3. Azzam – $600 million
Most owners of expensive yachts are from the UAE, and the yacht named after the largest city in the Persian Gulf is no exception.
Built specifically for the late UAE President – Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan – Azzam blends luxury with state-of-the-art safety technology. Specifically, the yacht owns a missile defense system, a fingerprint security system, and a bulletproof bedroom suite. In addition, the yacht’s balance is so good that the chandelier does not shake when the boat is running at full speed.
Azzam is also the fastest superyacht in the world with a speed of about 56km / h thanks to a system of four engines with a capacity of 35,048W.
The interior of the yacht was made by French interior designer Christophe Leoni and the exterior was crafted by Nauta Yacht. According to Super Yacht Fan, Azzam can accommodate up to nearly 100 people including 36 passengers and about 60 crew members.
2. Eclipse – $1.5 billion
Second, on this list is the superyacht Eclipse with a price of 1.5 billion USD. It is known that Eclipse has a length of 162.5 meters and is owned by billionaire Roman Abramovich – the former owner of the Chelsea team.
The superyacht is equipped with a missile detection system along with a security alert system to protect visitors from the paparazzi. In addition to optimal protection technology, the Russian billionaire’s yacht also has a full range of amenities such as a swimming pool, helipad, hot tub, and even a dance floor.
According to Beautiful Life, when Russia conducted a special military operation in Ukraine, the UK imposed a number of sanctions on Mr. Abramovich, resulting in the yacht being relocated to Turkey to avoid being damaged. confiscation.
1. History Supreme – $4.8 billion
Topping this list is the History Supreme – the most expensive yacht in the world, designed by Stuart Hughes for an unnamed Malaysian businessman. Many sources believe that this businessman is Robert Kuok – the founder of the Shangri-La Hotel and Resort chain with a net worth estimated at nearly 11 billion USD by Forbes.
The superyacht is only 30 meters long but took 3 years to build, using about 100,000 kg of pure gold and platinum. The base of the boat is also plated with a thin layer of gold. Other structures such as the deck, railing, dining area, and even the anchor are all decorated with gold.
This yacht even has a wall built from meteorites and fossilized dinosaur bones.