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World's Biggest Yacht Title Now Belongs To Emirati Royal Family

THE Emirati Royal Family has ended Roman Abramovich's three-year-reign as owner of the world's biggest yacht.

Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed bin Sultan al-Nahyan, the President of the United Arab Emirates and emir of Abu Dhabi, has been revealed as the owner of Azzam, a 180-metre superyacht so big few berths can accommodate it.

The boat beats Chelsea Football Club owner Abramovich's Eclipse to the top spot in a survey of the world's 100 biggest yachts by just 16.5 metres.

After its sale earlier this year, the identity of Azzam's buyer was not known.

But according to the annual survey in Yachts France magazine, it belongs to the emir, whose half-brother and government colleague, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed bin Sultan al-Nahyan, is owner of the investment company that acquired Manchester City Football Club.

Azzam was designed by Nauta Yachts and built by Lürssen Yachts, in Bremen, Germany, who called it the "most complex and challenging yacht which has ever been built".

With a top speed of 31 knots, driven by a combination of two gas turbines and two diesel engines, it is the third-fastest yacht in the top 100.

It is reported to have cost between $400 million (£258 million) and $600 million (£387 million) to build, and features a lavish 6,000-square foot salon. Mr Abramovich's boat, though smaller, still has room for two helipads, two swimming pools, a disco and a mini-submarine.

Of the 100 yachts listed by the magazine, 31 were owned by people from the Middle East, 19 by Russians and 17 by Americans. The biggest British-owned yacht was inventor James Dyson's 91-metre Nahlin, ranked 36th.

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Meet mega yacht Topaz one of the greatest luxury kings of the oceans, with a length of over 482 feet, the Topaz is among the largest private luxury yachts in the world. It’s owned by billionaire Mansour bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan , Deputy Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and member of the Abu Dhabi royal family.

The stunning yacht excels not only for its monumental size but is also one of the most luxurious and comfortable we have seen (along with Azzam and Lady Moura ) It is equipped with a gym, swimming pool, two hot tubs, a conference room, movie theater and lift, as well as two heliports. Its interior was custom designed by Terence Disdale and the exterior by the renowned team of Tim Heywood Design. The skillful engineers from Lurssen Yachts shipyards in Bremen-Vegesack, Germany were responsible for the construction of this beautiful vessel.

The Topaz has a steel hull with aluminum superstructure and is powered by two Pelstick diesel engines that produce 7,990 hp each. Her cruising speed is 22.9 knots and the maximum speed is estimated to be around 25.5 knots. She also has special stabilizers to ensure comfort on board when the yacht is anchored, especially in rough water.

With a length of over 482 feet, the Topaz is among the largest private luxury yachts in the world .

Since a member of the royal family owns the yacht, its manufacturers and designers have not disclosed details of its interior. However, it is known that Disdale— responsible for the interior design— arranged and furnished it as a “beach house”, a design concept for luxury yachts that favors a relaxed and functional style and offers the experience of sailing without the excessively formal and severe environments of a family mansion.

Disdale placed the Jacuzzis in the aft deck next to the pool, which at night is illuminated with colored light beams through a system of underwater lighting. The eight decks are connected by a lift that provides access to the helicopter and swimming platforms, and to a fully equipped gym with the latest in sports technology.

The mega yacht is also equipped with auxiliary boats that can be reached from both sides of the ship, or through the stern, where there is a terrace and a large deck with stairs to provide access to the water as well as a variety of water toys stored in the hold: jet skis, inflatable boats, a small catamaran… and even a mini-submarine! The spectacular Topaz— with its futuristic styling and functional design— is also one of the most-expensive luxury super yachts: in 2012, its owner Sheikh Mansour paid $527 million for it.  ■

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A 7-star hotel furnished with gold, a massive yacht worth over Rs 5,163 Crore — All about the riches of Man City owner Sheikh Mansour

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Manchester City F.C. created history on Saturday evening (May 20, 2023) when they won their third consecutive Premier League title after rivals Arsenal lost at Nottingham Forest. The Pep Guardiola -managed side lifted their fifth Premier League title in six years after registering 11 back-to-back wins after their game against Chelsea on Sunday.

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Sharing his excitement, Man City captain Ilkay Gundogan told BBC , " The Premier League is, without doubt, the most demanding and competitive league in the world, so that tells you everything about what an achievement this is. To have won this trophy three times in a row and five times in six years is incredible. That quality and consistency helps sum up what Manchester City stand for and ensures the club will continue to strive for success going forward. "

The English football club edged out its competition and won the coveted titles seven times since Vice-President and Deputy Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mansour's company City Football Group took over Manchester City in 2008. The English club has undergone a massive transformation under the Emirati royal's ownership, and the exceptional Manchester City side is just two wins away from landing the treble (if they defeat Manchester United and Inter Milan in FA Cup and Champions League finals, respectively).

Given City's dominance in the football leagues, Sheikh Mansour has undoubtedly secured his position as one of the most successful owners of all time.

All you need to know about Manchester City owner Sheikh Mansour who has a net worth of Rs 24,866 Crore

A member of the ruling family of UAE (House of Nahyan), Mansoor Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, also known as Sheikh Mansour is estimated to have a net worth of $30 billion (approximately Rs 24,866 crore), according to Celebrity Net Worth . The billionaire royal is also the Vice-President and Deputy Prime Minister of the UAE. He is also the owner of Abu Dhabi United Group (ADUG) - an investment company that took over Manchester City F.C. in September 2008.

Sheikh Mansour is a member of the House of Nahyan which has a collective net worth estimated to be around £560 billion (approximately Rs 5,78,198 crore). According to Mirror , Sheikh Mansour splurged around £42 million (approximately Rs 433 crore) to buy a luxurious Spanish estate spread over 20,000 acres of land in 2016.

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According to The Sun , Sheikh Mansour and his family own the super-luxurious Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi as well. Billed as one of the world's only seven-star hotel - the property which comes with 394 rooms that includes 22 residential suits is reportedly furnished with gold. The same report also suggests that the Hollywood movie Fast and Furious 7 was shot at this ultra-premium hotel.

Sheikh Mansour splashed a whopping £500 million (approximately Rs 5,163 crore) on a 525 feet mega-yacht in 2022 and named it Blue as a tribute to his Premier League team - Manchester City F.C. According to The Sun, the yacht owned by Sheikh Mansour has 40 cabins, entertaining decks, swimming pool, two helipads and a club. The report also suggests that the Man City owner had loaned his mega-yacht (fourth largest in the world) to his Oscar-winning friend and actor Leonardo DiCaprio to host a party for his close friends in 2014.

The royal billionaire loves swanky wheels. From owning five Bugatti Veyron to Porsche 911 GT1 worth around £3 million (approximately Rs 30 crore), the long list of super-expensive and luxurious wheels parked in Sheikh Mansour's garage would leave you stunned.

According to The Sun , Sheikh Mansour, who has a staggering net worth of $30 billion (approximately Rs 24,866 crore), has invested in nearly 50 companies worldwide, including Richard Branson's space tourism firm Virgin Galactic, Ferrari and Daimler AG (Mercedes).

Apart from Manchester City F.C, Sheikh Mansour company City Football Group has invested in multiple football clubs around the globe. The list includes New York City FC, Melbourne City FC, Yokohama F. Marinos, Girona FC and Club Athletico Torque.

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Sheikh Mansour is attending the Champions League final. But does that show how much he cares?

The setting was opulent, marble columns, high ceilings, lots of impossibly large settees and bookcases. Someone opened the door — because when you are a sheikh there is always someone to open the door — and Pep Guardiola went in for a hug with the man who has changed the landscape of English football.

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The rest of us have never been allowed to get so close. After nearly 15 years as the owner of Manchester City , it has become absolutely clear that Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan prefers to keep his distance.

Some people, usually non-City fans, view that absence through suspicious eyes. The sheikh, they say, cannot be emotionally invested if he has restricted himself to only one game in Manchester since buying the club. And, yes, it is not an ordinary arrangement.

That, however, was not Guardiola’s impression, visiting Abu Dhabi in 2018 and spending time with a man who is estimated to have a personal fortune of £16.8billion ($20.9bn).

Behind one glass-encased cabinet, the sheikh keeps a replica of the Premier League trophy. In the next cabinet, it is the FA Cup , adorned in City’s light-blue ribbons.

If everything goes according to plan, the Presidential Affairs office will soon display the one they want most of all: the Champions League trophy. That was always the masterplan, since buying the club in 2008 from Thaksin Shinawatra, the former Thailand prime minister who had fled his country on corruption charges.

The sheikh will be at the Ataturk Olympic Stadium in Istanbul when Guardiola’s team will try to round off another year of freewheeling superiority by clinching the treble, and his attendance is breaking a well-established pattern.

He has, after all, never been to any of City’s previous finals, in any competitions. He has never watched them at Wembley, never been to a Manchester derby and never attended any of the title showdowns that have defined the club’s modern history. It just isn’t his thing.

Does it matter that he hasn’t been coming and now is? Should a club owner be present at these occasions? Is it a poor show that a man with his resources chooses not to be there, year after year, when he could fly anywhere in the world by private jet (or even take the super-yacht, Blue, that he bought for a reputed £500million last year and apparently named after his team)?

Many people will answer those questions by saying, yes, why get into the sport if you have no desire to experience, in person, the joys it can bring?

Others will nod cynically and see it as hard evidence that, however it is dressed up, the sheikh’s reasons for buying his way into the Premier League were not about him having the football bug.

Anybody who has followed City’s story since September 1, 2008, will be aware of the argument that, at the heart of everything, the ambition for City’s owners was to use the power of football to enhance what Amnesty International has described as Abu Dhabi’s “deeply tarnished image”.

Those views are so entrenched it is difficult to imagine the sheikh’s presence, or non-presence, would really make any difference at this point.

Nor will it change the fact that, for all the brilliance of Guardiola’s teams, many people find it hard to be overly enthused by City’s success. On the contrary, it might work against City, PR-wise, if the sheikh, or other members of Abu Dhabi’s royal family, started popping up in the directors’ box.

All that can really be said for certain is that, for reasons never officially explained, the sheikh has not attended a City game for nearly 13 years until now.

The last one was a Monday-night fixture — August 23, 2010 — for City’s first home match of a season that finished with them winning the FA Cup to end a 35-year wait for a trophy.

It was a 3-0 defeat of Roy Hodgson’s Liverpool and, to put it into context, it was so long ago that all but two of the players from Roberto Mancini’s starting XI have retired from playing. James Milner was making his debut for City. Gareth Barry scored the opener, Carlos Tevez got the other two and the BBC’s match report describes Adam Johnson’s contribution as “outstanding”.

That apart, Mansour’s only live experience of watching City in a competitive match came in November 2009, from the royal box at Zayed Sports City, as his team, then managed by Mark Hughes, lost 1-0 in a tour match against the United Arab Emirates national side.

Khaldoon Al Mubarak, City’s chairman, tends to be the face of Abu Dhabi to fans in Manchester, flying in for around a third of their home games. The sheikh does get involved in some of the bigger decisions. Mostly, though, he delegates other Abu Dhabi-based operators such as Simon Pearce, a City director, to oversee the operation.

Speak to people at City and they will say it has never been a problem. The sheikh, they say, watches almost every match at his family residence. City are sensitive to any suggestions that his absence shows a lack of commitment or interest.

Plus, let us not just assume that somebody in his position spends his days congratulating himself on being so extraordinarily rich and never having to work again.

The Gulf News published a profile of the sheikh in March, after his appointment as the UAE’s vice-president, and it was fairly jaw-dropping to see the number of corporations, law authorities, wealth funds, banks, charities and political organisations in which he was the chairman or a leading board member.

Even putting aside, for one moment, his investments in another 50-plus companies — Ferrari, Daimler and Richard Branson’s space tourism programme, Virgin Galactic, among many others — it doesn’t require a LinkedIn page to realise City Football Group (CFG) is a smallish part of a vast portfolio of political and economic responsibilities.

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Mansour studied English at Santa Barbara College, California, and obtained a bachelor’s degree in international affairs from the United Arab Emirates University.

He is 52, the same age as Guardiola, and was appointed as Abu Dhabi’s deputy prime minister eight months after City’s takeover. Life is hectic. It can be hard to get to Brentford at home when your day-to-day work involves overseeing an oil company and your country’s sovereign wealth fund, estimated at £799billion.

It would still have been an unusual set of circumstances, though, if a football club won the European Cup and the man who made it possible was not in UEFA’s VVIP seats (yes, UEFA does call them VVIPs, rather than just your ordinary VIPs).

The sheikh has never seen the vast training complex that his money bought across the road from the Etihad Stadium, or what City’s home looks like since its expansion in 2015. He has never seen the 7,000-capacity ‘mini-Etihad’, where the youth and women’s teams play.

He has never heard the reassuring thwack when Kevin de Bruyne strikes the ball with the sweetest contact you could imagine. Or felt the surge of electricity coursing through the stadium whenever Erling Haaland bears down on the opposition penalty area.

Nor has the sheikh ventured to a single match involving New York City, Melbourne City, Mumbai City, Yokohama F Marinos or any of the other clubs in the CFG umbrella. Somehow, it is difficult to think that will change soon.

To go back to the earlier question, however, does it really matter?

Talk to people in Manchester and it does not seem to be of great consequence to the vast majority of City fans, most of whom have come to realise that it is just the way it is.

The owner’s name is still emblazoned across the back of many fans’ shirts. The chant of “Sheikh Mansour my Lord” increased in volume when, in their Champions League quarter-final, Bayern Munich’s supporters held up a banner — “Autocrats Out” — that denounced him.

City’s fans have their own banner permanently in place at the Etihad. “Sheikh Mansour,” it says, “Manchester Thanks You”.

They will be grateful again, no doubt, if the Champions League final against Inter Milan goes their way. If so, City will have emulated Manchester United ’s treble from 1999, and you still get the feeling they want to keep growing, strengthening the dynasty, making this the norm rather than the exception.

There is already a solid case that, in absentia, the sheikh will end up being the most successful owner, trophies-wise, there has been in the Premier League era.

Yes, none of us can be sure what will happen with the litany of disciplinary charges against City, who are accused by the Premier League of breaking its financial rules . City are determined to defend themselves against the allegations and are confident of doing so. But the punishments, if the case is proven, would presumably be severe.

Even then, however, you have to expect City would still be challenging for titles after any punishment.

Their trophy count under the sheikh stands at seven Premier League titles, three FA Cups, six League Cups, and counting.

Younger fans must think it will always be this way and, in any other circumstances, you could be forgiven for thinking the man who is bankrolling this football juggernaut would like to experience some of the glory for himself.

Not this one, though. That is the way Sheikh Mansour likes it and there is only a small group of people, namely his inner circle, who can say for certain what exactly all this success means to him.

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(Main image: Guardiola with Sheikh Mansour in 2018. Photo: Victoria Haydn/Manchester City FC via Getty Images)

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The UAE President, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has issued resolutions, with the approval of the UAE Federal Supreme Council, to appoint Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Minister of Presidential Court, as UAE Vice-President, alongside His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

Sheikh Mansour was appointed as Minister of Presidential Affairs in 2004 after handling the Presidential Court and the Ministry of Presidential Affairs. In 2006, he was assigned to chair the Ministerial Development Council and the Emirates Investment Authority in 2007.

He is also the Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development. He is a member of the Abu Dhabi Supreme Petroleum Council and sits on the boards of numerous investment institutions.

He also chaired the National Archives in 2000, Abu Dhabi Development Fund in 2005, Board of Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority in 2005, and the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department in 2006.

Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan was born on November 21, 1970 in Abu Dhabi, where he studied until high school. He continued his education in the United States, and received a Bachelor's degree in International Relations in 1993.

In 1997, Sheikh Mansour was appointed as Chairman of the Office of his late father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, a post he held until Sheikh Zayed's demise in November 2004.

In the same month, Sheikh Mansour was appointed as the Minister of Presidential Affairs, a ministerial portfolio created following the merging of The Office of HH the President and The Presidential Court to form the Ministry of Presidential Affairs. In May 2009, with the formation of the new Cabinet, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed was appointed Deputy Prime Minister, a position he holds to date. In July 2022, Sheikh Mansour was named Minister of the Presidential Court, following the Federal Decree issued by the UAE President.

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Manchester City owner Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan took advantage of the summer break in European football to treat himself to a small gift.

It is an impressive yacht, valued at 600 million dollars, and considered as one of the most expensive in the world.

At 160 meters long, his yacht is 55 metres longer than Manchester City 's stadium, the Etihad.

Its interior has 40 cabins, which can accommodate up to 48 people.

It also has a swimming pool, gyms, massage room, restaurants and two helipads and a sun deck for each cabin, regardless of its location on the ship.

It takes more than half a million dollars to run this luxury vessel, just to fill up the fuel tank.

A project the size of Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed's ego

According to The Sun, in the future there will only be only two mega yachts in the world that are bigger than his.

This is not the first mega-yacht the sheikh has owned. A few years ago, he owned one costing more than 3.50 billion dollars, at 150 metres long.

He even lent it to Leonardo DiCaprio to enjoy his stay in Brazil while he watched the World Cup in 2014.

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15 Most Expensive Yachts In The World | 2024 Edition

While there is no official definition of a yacht, it can be simply described as a large vessel (with cabins) intended for luxury or pleasure purposes. Any yacht over 40 meters in length is usually identified as a superyacht.

Modern superyachts are designed with the utmost focus on comfort and power. They are required to accommodate various luxurious amenities to cater to every need of the owner and guests. It includes anything from swimming pools, spas, and entertainment centers to water sports toys and helipads.

While some superyachts are exclusively used by their owners, many are offered to charter businesses through which these superyachts can be rented or chartered. The cost of leasing a superyacht could be anywhere between $80,000 to a staggering $4 million per week.

So what are the most expensive yachts in the world? Who owns them, and what extravagant amenities do they have? Let’s find out.

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12. Nord – $300 Million

Launched In : 2021

Builder : Lürssen Owner : Alexey Mordashov

Nord is a massive superyacht built by German shipbuilding company Lürssen in 2021. It was initially named OPUS. According to Forbes, the yacht is currently valued at $300 million.

The yacht’s construction was done under the supervision of Moran Yacht, a private yacht dealership based in Florida. Both its interior and exterior designs were carried out by an Italian naval design firm, Nuvolari & Lenard.

The superyacht is fitted with state-of-the-art zero-speed stabilizers that reduce roll while being anchored or not underway. It features amenities such as a swimming pool, spa, a tender garage, and two helicopter landing pads, one on the top deck and another on the bow.

Nord is owned by Russian billionaire Alexei Mordashov, the chairman and majority shareholder of the biggest steel and mining company in Russia – Severstal.

Specifications :

At 142 meters in length, Nord is one of the largest superyachts in the world. It has a volume of 10,154 gross tonnage or gt. It can accommodate a maximum of 36 guests at a time.

The vessel is powered by four MTU engines and has a cruising speed of 15 knots or 28 kph.

11. Pelorus – $300 Million

Launched In : 2003

Builder : Lürssen Current Owner : Samuel Tak Lee

Pelorus is the oldest superyacht on this list and has a rich history. Since its completion in 2003, the vessel has changed hands several times.

Pelorus was initially ordered by a Saudi businessman named Sheikh Abdul Mohsen in 1999. The construction started in the year 2000 and entered service two years later in 2003.

However, the yacht was sold to the Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich within a year of its launch. As a new owner, Roman Abramovich made several modifications to the superyacht, which included adding a second helicopter pad.

In 2011, Pelorus was bought by David Geffen for about $300 million. But he sold the yacht after a brief period to sultan Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan of UAE.

The superyacht changed ownership again in 2016. Its current owner is Samuel Tak Lee, a Hong Kong-based real estate billionaire.

At 115 meters in length, Pelorus is perhaps the smallest superyacht on this list, but it is still a gigantic vessel. For perspective, the total length of an entire football field is 110 meters. It has a volume of 5,317 gt.

Pelorus has a cruising speed of 14 knots or 26 kph and a reported maximum speed of 20 knots (37 kph).

10. Dubai – $400 Million

Launched In : 2006

Builder : Blohm+Voss Owner : Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

‘Dubai’ is a superyacht owned by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai and the vice president/prime minister of the United Arab Emirates. It is currently the tenth most expensive superyacht in the world.

Until 2009, it was the largest private superyacht in the world but was surpassed by Eclipse, Azzam, and Fulk Al Salamah.

The yacht is built by Blohm+Voss, a German shipbuilding company best known for producing the German battleship Bismark during World War II. Blohm+Voss was acquired by the Lürssen shipyard in 2016.

Dubai superyacht is designed by renowned yacht designer Andrew Winch along with interior designer firm Platinum Yachts.

The superyacht carries a helipad, two motorboats, water bikes, and a submersible. Amenities include a large dining room, swimming pool, a movie theater, and disco.

At a length of 162 meters, Dubai is currently the fourth largest private superyacht in the world. It has a tonnage of 13,470 gt. Dubai superyacht is powered by four MTU diesel engines, each delivering 8,479 hp. It has a maximum speed of 26 knots (48 km/h) and a range of 8,500 nmi (15,700 km).

The superyacht has a maximum capacity of 115 guests with 88 crew members.

9. Eclipse – $438 Million

Launched In : 2009

Builder : Blohm+Voss Owner : Roman Abramovich

Eclipse is a massive superyacht owned by Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich. He is currently the 13the richest individual in Russia and made his wealth through the steel industry and other investments.

After its launch in 2009, Eclipse became the world’s largest private yacht. However, it has been surpassed by Fulk Al Salamah and Azzam in recent years.

Eclipse was built by Blohm+Voss, three years after the Dubai superyacht, in 2009. Its estimated cost is around €340 million.

The superyacht accommodates about a dozen of luxurious cabins for guests, two helipads, an entertainment hall, and a mini-submarine that can submerge up to 50 meters below the surface.

While it is clear that Eclipse is no ordinary superyacht, what makes it truly stand out from the rest is its military-styled missile defense system that detects and fires missiles at possible threats.

The yacht also features an ‘anti-photo shield’ for enhanced privacy. When activated, the shield detects a CCD sensor (closed coupled device) and fires a shot of laser in its direction to destroy any photographs. However, the effectiveness of such technology remains debatable .

Eclipse has a length of 162.5 meters and a volume of 13,000 gt. Its beam is 22 meters, and the draft is 5.9 meters. The vessel is powered by four MTU diesel engines and has a maximum speed of 22 knots or 40.7 km per hour.

It requires about 70 crew members to serve all the guests. Eclipse was last seen at a small village port in Turkey.

8. Flying Fox – $455 Million

Launched In : 2019

Builder : Lürssen Owner : Dmitry Kamenshchik

The Flying Fox is a luxury yacht built by Germany’s Lürssen shipyard in 2019. It is perhaps the world’s largest and most expensive yacht available for charter. A week-long vacation on this superyacht would cost you about $4 million.

This spectacular vessel is a result of collective design work from interior designer Mark Berryman and renowned superyacht architect Espen Oeino . Apart from the Flying Fox, Mr. Oeino is known for his work on other superyachts such as Silver Fast and Octopus (owned by Microsoft’s co-founder Paul Allen).

Like most modern superyachts, the Flying Fox is primarily centered around wellness and watersports themes. Its exceptional tender garage carries nearly every water sports equipment from hoverboards and seabobs to windsurfs and flying boards. Moreover, it also carries a personal submarine that can be launched using a crane.

Often regarded as a ‘floating resort,’ the superyacht has guest suits, a two-level saloon space, a specialized gym, multiple fireplaces, and lots of greenery.

But perhaps its most eye-catching feature is the 12-meter deck pool with adjustable height floor, massage jets at one side, and swim jets at the other. Moreover, the yacht also carries a cryosauna which can help you emulate the post-workout endorphins rush.

Due to the sheer size and splendor of the Flying Fox, it was speculated that the yacht was owned by Jeff Bezos (the world’s richest person in 2019).

However, in 2022, it was revealed that the actual owner of the yacht is a Russian oligarch named Dmitry Kamenshchik.

The Flying Fox measures 136 meters in length and 9,022 gt in internal volume. It has a beam of 22.5 meters and a draft of 5.1 meters. It is currently the 22nd largest yacht in the world by length.

The superyacht requires a crew of 55 (including four chefs) to serve a maximum of 25 guests at a time.

While the Flying Fox is privately owned, it’s managed mostly by superyacht brokerage house Imperial Yachts.

7. Solaris – $474 Million

Builder : Lloyd Werft Owner : Roman Abramovich

Solaris is a giant superyacht owned by Roman Abramovich. It is perhaps the most expensive yacht in his possession. At a length of 138 meters, Solaris is smaller but a more expensive and luxurious yacht than Eclipse.

The superyacht features amenities including a Jacuzzi, sauna, a gym, entertainment center, an office, and custom-built lounge areas. It also carries several high-speed jet skis and even a submersible for adventurous guests who want to explore the ocean.

Apart from the luxuries, Solaris has some of the most impressive and up-to-date security features to prevent any crisis situation. It is fitted with bulletproof windows, armored cabins, and a radar-controlled missile detection system. The yacht also has the ice-breaking capability.

Solaris was built by Lloyd Werft, a German shipyard that went bankrupt in 2022.

The overall internal volume of Solaris is about 11,000 gt. It has a total of eight decks with a capacity of 36 guests and 60 crew members onboard.

Solaris is powered by two high-tech marine propulsion units called Azipod, which consists of an electric motor driving a fixed pitch propeller. It is mounted on a steerable pod that allows the vessel to be more maneuverable.

6. A+ (formerly Topaz) – $527 Million

Launched In : 2012

Builder : Lürssen Owner : Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan

The next in the line of most expensive superyachts is called A+. It was built by Germany’s Lürssen yachts for about $527 million. The yacht was initially named ‘Topaz.’

A+ is currently owned by Mansour bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the deputy Prime minister of UAE.

The exterior of the ship was designed by renowned yacht designer Tim Heywood. For interior design and decorations, Lürssen hired Terence Disdale, a U.K-based specialist design firm that has worked on several superyachts, including Pelorus, Tatoosh, and Ecstasea.

The superyacht has eight decks, three swimming pools, two helicopter landing pads, a jacuzzi, and a theater, among other amenities.

In 2020, A+ was embroiled in a global scandal after reports surfaced that it was partially financed by embezzled funds from Malaysia’s 1MDB sovereign wealth fund.

At 147 meters, A+ is currently the world’s tenth largest yacht by length. It measures 11,589 gt in volume. The main structure of the vessel is made of aluminum.

A+ is powered by two French-made Pielstick diesel engines, each producing 7990 hp. The yacht has a cruising speed of 22.9 knots, while it can reach a maximum speed of more than 25 knots.

5. Serene -$550 Million

Launched In : 2011

Builder : Fincantieri Owner : Mohammed bin Salman

Serene is currently the fifth most expensive yacht in the world. It was built by Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri initially for Russian billionaire Yuri Shefler, who made his wealth through his alcoholic beverage empire.

Serene’s interior design and decoration were carried out by Reymond Langton Design, an independent design studio specializing in luxury yachts. The estimated manufacturing cost of the yacht is around $330 million.

After its completion in 2011, Serene was among the ten largest private yachts in the world. However, it is currently ranked 21st. It has a bunch of ultra-luxurious amenities, including a large seawater pool, spa, a nightclub, a full-scale library, and a helipad. There is also an underwater viewing room.

Yuri Shefler sold the superyacht to Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman for about $550 million in 2014. A few months before this transaction, Serene was rented by Bill Gates for a fee of $5 million a week .

In 2019, a report stated that Salvator Mundi, the world’s most expensive painting , was stored inside the yacht. However, it was never confirmed.

Salvator Mundi is one of the most iconic paintings made by Leonardo da Vinci. It was sold for a whopping $450 million ($497 million adjusted value) at Christie’s auction house in November 2017.

Specifications and features:

The superyacht has a moderately large internal volume of 8,230 gt and a total length of 134 meters . Instead of a single large propeller, it is fitted with two controllable pitch propellers. Serene has a total of seven decks with 12 guest cabins and 30 crew cabins.

4. Sailing Yacht A – $578 Million

Launched In : 2015

Builder : Nobiskrug (Former) Owner : Andrey Melnichenko

A sailing yacht differs from a typical motor yacht as it uses sails as a primary method for propulsion. A or sailing yacht A is actually a sail-assisted motor yacht with a hybrid powerplant and three mast sailing rig. It is the largest sailing yacht in the world.

Sailing Yacht A is designed by renowned French industrial architect Philippe Starck, who has worked for brands such as Adidas, Hilton International, and a bunch of private entities. The yacht is owned by Andrey Melnichenko.

With a gross tonnage of 12,558 gt and a length of 142.81 meters, the sailing yacht A is perhaps the largest yacht of its type. The beam and draft lengths are 24.8 meters and 8 meters, respectively.

The vessel features an underwater observation pod with 30 cm thick glass. The cruising speed of sailing yacht A is 16 knots (39 km/h) and has a range of 9,890 km.

3. Dilbar – $588 Million

Builder : Lürssen (Former) Owner : Alisher Usmanov

With a price tag of nearly $590 million, Dilbar is currently the third-most expensive yacht in the world. It was built by Lürssen Yachts for Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov. The yacht is named after his mother.

Usmanov is one of the richest Russian oligarchs, who made his wealth through steel, telecom, and investments after the fall of the Soviet Union.

Dilbar is not just your regular large yacht. It is currently the third-largest (by gross tonnage) and sixth longest motor yacht in the world ( the third-longest built by Lürssen). Apart from other luxuries, the superyacht has two helipads and a huge indoor pool.

According to the U.S Department of Treasury, Dilbar’s estimated worth is between $600 million and $735 million . The annual maintenance cost for this gigantic ship is about $60 million.

Dilbar superyacht was among the many private assets owned by Russian billionaires that were seized by foreign governments in 2022. The yacht was impounded by the German authorities at Hamburg port in April 2022.

At 15,917 gt, Dilbar is the second largest private yacht in the world by gross tonnage after Fulk Al Salamah , owned by the Omani Royal Family.

The length of the superyacht is 156 m. For perspective, the total length of a football field is 110 m or 360 ft. It has a beam of 24 m and a draft of 6.1 m.

Dilbar has a cruising speed of 18 knots (33 km/h) and a maximum speed of 22.5 knots (41.7 km/h).

2. Azzam – $605 Million

Launched In : 2013

Builder : Lürssen Yachts Owner : Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of UAE (Until his death in May 2022)

Azzam (Arabic word for ‘Resolute’) is a luxury superyacht built by German yacht maker Lürssen. The construction of the yacht was personally ordered by Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the former president of the United Arab Emirates.

The superyacht is a remarkable piece of engineering in more than one way. It took Lürssen about three years to complete Azzam’s construction after an entire year of design work. The vessel has a shallow draft of 4.3 meters. It is currently the longest motor yacht in service.

The total manufacturing cost of Azzam is estimated to be around $600 million making it the second-most expensive private yacht in the world.

After the death of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan in May 2022, it was reported that Azzam was listed for charter.

Azzam’s recorded length is 179.9 m, which is about 17 m more than Eclipse’s. It is powered by two diesel engines and two gas turbines, each producing 23,500 hp.

1. History Supreme – $4.8 Billion

Launched In : 2011 Designer : Stuart Hughes

At $4.8 billion , History Supreme is the most expensive superyacht ever made. Like any other superyacht, History Supreme has private cabins, a swimming pool, and other luxury amenities. At 30 meters, it is also significantly smaller than other superyachts on this list. However, it is way more expensive.

The reason behind History Supreme’s sky-high value is the amount of gold and other precious metals that are used on its body. The yacht has over 100,000 kilograms of gold and platinum from top to bottom.

While the deck, a large dining area, and railings are coated with gold, the main cabin is covered with platinum. It is also reported that a real dinosaur bone from T-rex is placed on a cabin wall.

Moreover, the entire base of the vessel is wrapped in a thin layer of gold.

History Supreme is designed by Stuart Hughes, a British luxury goods designer widely known for his extravagant use of gold and diamond on electronic gadgets, luxury cars, and other luxury items.

According to reports, the superyacht is owned by Malaysian businessman and billionaire Robert Kuok.

Other Expensive Yachts Valued Below $300 Million

13. al mirqab – $250 to $300 million.

Launched In : 2008 Owner : Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani

Al Mirqab, initially known as ‘Project May,’ is a superyacht owned by Qatari politician Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani. It is currently valued between $250 and $300 million.

The vessel is constructed by a small German shipyard Peters Werft and is designed by a pair of renowned yacht designers – Andrew Winch and Tim Heywood.

Al Mirqab has two VIP or owner suits and 10 additional suits for guests. It can serve up to 24 guests at a time. The amenities include a jacuzzi, a swimming pool, and a helipad.

• Length: 133 meters
• Volume: 9,518 gt
• Cruising Speed : 21 knots (38.8 km/h)

14. Ocean Victory – $295 Million

Launched In : 2014 Owner : Victor Rashnikov

At the time of its launch in 2014, Ocean Victory was one of the ten largest superyachts in the world. It is built by Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri and designed by naval architect and designer Espen Oeino.

Ocean Victory superyacht has seven decks, a large tender garage, multiple pools, and a helipad. It can accommodate a maximum of 36 guests at a time.

According to Forbes, the yacht is currently owned by Russian billionaire Victor Rashnikov and is valued at $295 million.

• Length: 140 meters
• Volume: 8,506 gt
• Cruising Speed : 18 knots (33.4 km/h)

15. Octopus – $240 Million

Launched In : 2003 Owner : Paul Allen (Until his death in 2018)

Octopus superyacht was built by Lürssen yachts for Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen in 2003. It was the largest yacht at the time of its launch. Unlike most private superyachts, Octopus has been mostly loaned out for scientific research and exploration purposes.

The superyacht has a total of eight decks with 13 guest suites and a private owner’s deck. Amenities include a gym, a spa, an entertainment center, and a basketball court. Moreover, it has not one but two helipads.

‘Octopus’ was designed by Espen Oeino and Seatle-based interior designer Jonathan Quinn Barnett. During its construction, Paul Allen asked the designers to build a vessel capable of conducting long expeditions and even rescue operations on top of having leisure amenities onboard.

It is equipped with two mini-submarines and a remotely operated underwater vehicle or ROV for underwater research and rescue operations.

In December 2018, the yacht underwent an overhaul at Blohm+Voss shipyard for over seven months. In 2021, the yacht was reported to be bought by an anonymous buyer for £200 million .

• Length : 126 meters
• Volume : 9,932 gt
• Maximum Speed : 19 knots (35 km/h)

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More To Know

How long it takes to build a superyacht.

The construction of a superyacht is usually done in four phases – planning or design, engineering, superstructure construction, and outfitting.

It takes about three to four years to build an entire custom superyacht. While it takes less time to construct a vessel on a pre-developed platform with standard elements, building a customized superyacht that caters to all your requirements takes more time. You also have to take unexpected delays into consideration.

The design or planning is the most critical phase in a superyacht construction. Considering the budget and specific requirements, the entire process could take between nine months and a year.

The Current International Market for Luxury Superyachts

The yacht industry is on the rise, and the demand for luxury superyachts has exploded in the last few years during soaring stock markets and crypto gains. Most of the demand is from the United States.

The global yacht industry is valued at $64 billion in 2020 and is expected to reach $84.7 Billion by 2027 growing at a CAGR of 4.1 percent.

According to Boat International’s Global Order Book, about 1,024 superyachts are under construction or on order globally in 2022. It is about a 25 percent increase from the last year’s 821 vessels.

A large chunk of these under-construction superyachts is semi-custom options that are relatively smaller in size than most superyachts on this list. Moreover, about 33 percent of these orders are some sort of expedition superyachts that can sail through ice and other remote regions of the world.

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UAE President accepts condolences from world leaders over death of Sheikh Tahnoon

President Sheikh Mohamed on Friday received condolences over the death of Sheikh Tahnoon bin Mohammed , Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, who died on Wednesday.

King Hamad of Bahrain visited Qasr Al Mushrif in Abu Dhabi alongside Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, representative of Sheikh Tamim, Emir of Qatar , as they both paid their respects.

Jassim Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary General of the GCC also attended, as well as Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed , Crown Prince of Dubai, Luigi Di Maio, the EU’s special representative for the Gulf region, and Abiy Ahmed, the Prime Minister of Ethiopia.

Sheikh Tahnoon’s brothers were alongside Sheikh Mohamed, accepting condolences, as was Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed , Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court.

Sheikh Mohamed also received telephone calls on Friday from King Abdullah II of Jordan, Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan , and Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati, all expressing their condolences on the passing of Sheikh Tahnoon.

Further messages of support were sent to the UAE leader by Saudi Arabia's King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman , Sultan Haitham of Oman, Sheikh Tamim , the Emir of Qatar, Kuwait ’s Emir Sheikh Meshal and Bahrain's Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad .

Sheikh Tahnoon was a close adviser to UAE Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and was an uncle of Sheikh Mohamed.

In tribute, Sheikh Mohamed wrote on X earlier this week: “May God grant eternal rest to my uncle, Sheikh Tahnoon bin Mohammed, who was a close companion of the late Sheikh Zayed and dedicated his life in loyal service to our nation and its people, continuing the vision of our Founding Father.

“We pray that God bestows His mercy on Sheikh Tahnoon and blesses us with patience and solace at this time.”

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Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Friday accepted condolences over the passing of Sheikh Hazza bin Sultan bin Zayed Al Nahyan from senior officials and citizens at Al Mushrif Palace in Abu Dhabi.

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His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah; His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah; His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah; His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince of Ras Al Khaimah, and Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council, offered their deepest condolences and sincere sympathies to the Sheikhs on the passing of Sheikh Hazza, praying to Allah Almighty to shower the deceased with His vast mercy, grant him eternal paradise and provide his family, relatives and Al Nahyan with patience and solace.

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UAE President accepts condolences for third day over passing of Tahnoun bin Mohammed from international delegations, crowds of mourners

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President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan accepted condolences for the third consecutive day over the passing of Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed Al Nahyan from delegations of several countries, in addition to representatives of government agencies, diplomatic missions, and crowds of mourners.

His Highness the President accepted condolences from His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed Abdullah Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, Minister of Amiri Diwan Affairs and Representative of His Highness Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Emir of the State of Kuwait; His Excellency Dr Dah Ould Amar Taleb, Minister of Islamic Affairs and Original Education in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania; Areen Masrour Barzani, Representative of the Kurdistan Regional Government of Iraq; and His Excellency Wavel Ramkalawan, President of the Republic of Seychelles.

Condolences over the passing of Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed Al Nahyan were also offered by His Royal Highness Prince Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Governor of the Eastern Province, who conveyed the condolences of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, alongside His Royal Highness Prince Dr Mansour bin Miteb bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Minister of State in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Accepting condolences at Qasr Al Mushrif in Abu Dhabi were H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan , Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi; H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan , Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region ; H.H. Sheikh Saif bin Mohammed Al Nahyan; H.H. Sheikh Suroor bin Mohammed Al Nahyan; H.H. Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan , Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Zayed Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation; H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan , Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior ; H.H. Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; H.H. Sheikh Omar bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation; H.H. Sheikh Khalid bin Zayed Al Nahyan , Chairman of the Board of Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination; H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahya n, Chairman of the Office of Development and Martyrs Families Affairs ; H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan ; Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan , Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence ; Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Advisor for Special Affairs at the Ministry of Presidential Court; along with other Sheikhs and senior officials.

Condolences were also accepted by the brothers of the late Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed Al Nahyan and his children, as mourners prayed for God Almighty to bestow His mercy and forgiveness on the late Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed and asked that his family, relatives, and members of the Al Nahyan family be granted patience and solace as they recalled the late Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed’s prosperous career and humanitarian contributions during his many decades of service to his country and its development.

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