Eclipse – The World’s Most Expensive Private Yacht when build in 2010
🛥️ M/Y Eclipse: A Maritime Marvel 🌊⚓
✨ General Information:
- M/Y Eclipse, crafted by Blohm+Voss in Hamburg, Germany, stands as the third longest yacht globally, a testament to nautical engineering prowess.
- The visionary Terence Disdale left his mark on both the exterior and interior, creating a harmonious blend of luxury and functionality.
- Proudly owned by Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, Eclipse made its grand entrance into the seas on December 9, 2010.
- Formerly the world’s longest private yacht, Eclipse relinquished its title to Azzam in April 2013, boasting an estimated cost of €340 million.
🌟 Key Features:
- Two helicopter pads welcome guests with air-bound elegance, facilitating seamless arrivals.
- Lavish accommodations include 24 guest cabins, two swimming pools, and a disco hall, promising unparalleled entertainment.
- For aquatic exploration, Eclipse houses three launch boats and a mini-submarine capable of diving to 50 meters (160 ft).
- The yacht requires a dedicated crew of approximately 70 members to ensure seamless operations.
🚀 Technological Marvels:
- Eclipse pioneers maritime engineering with its hybrid propulsion system, enhancing efficiency and environmental friendliness.
- A rotor-based stabilization system combats roll motion, setting a standard for stability at anchor and low cruise speeds.
🌐 Security Measures:
- Security is paramount with a missile detection system, launchers, and self-defense mechanisms, ensuring a safe and private voyage.
- The anti-paparazzi system utilizes laser technology to thwart intrusive photography, preserving privacy.
📅 History:
- Launched on June 12, 2009, Eclipse underwent sea trials in Frederikshavn, Denmark, and reached Abramovich on December 9, 2010.
- Eclipse made its charter debut through SuperYachtsMonaco in February 2011, offering a taste of its opulence to a select clientele.
- An annual sojourn to St. Martin in the Caribbean and St. Barts remains a tradition for Eclipse, enhancing the yacht’s allure.
💰 Financial Details:
- Once considered the most expensive yacht at €500 million, Eclipse ceded its throne to Azzam in 2013 (€600 million build cost).
🌈 Eclipse Experience:
- Eclipse enchants with a celestial aura, embodying luxury, innovation, and sophistication on the high seas.
- From its EUR 550 million price tag to its 162.5-meter length, every detail contributes to its iconic status.
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🚁 U-Boat Garage & Fuel Capacities:
- The yacht features a dedicated U-boat garage, showcasing its versatility in watercraft storage.
- With fuel tanks boasting a capacity of 750 tons or 750,000 liters, Eclipse ensures extended voyages with ease.
🌊 Exceptional Pool Design:
- Eclipse hosts one of the finest pools on any superyacht, a 15-meter masterpiece designed by Terence Disdale. The pool’s bottom can transform into a paddling pool or lift to become a dance floor, epitomizing innovation and luxury.
💼 Charter Information:
- Eclipse’s exclusivity is underscored by its withdrawal from the charter market, with an estimated price of around 3 million euros per week, reflecting the premium associated with luxury at sea.
Embark on the Eclipse journey – where luxury meets the horizon! 🚢💎 #EclipseYachtExperience #LuxuryVoyage #YachtingGlamour #SailingInStyle
The Billionaires Club – Connecting People
🌊 Eclipse, linked to sanctioned Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich, is docked in Marmaris, Turkey 🇹🇷
🚢 Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, global efforts to seize Russian superyachts have intensified 🚫🌍.
🏝️ Turkey has become a safe haven, with oligarchs moving their yachts there. Abramovich’s 140-meter My Solaris docked in Bodrum in March ⛵, and his 162.5-meter Eclipse, featuring two pools, 18 cabins, and a helicopter deck, arrived in Marmaris shortly after 🚁✨.