The superyacht sector surpassed all expectations of a slowdown this year, exhibiting an 8.3 percent increase in total sales over the last 12 months, according to research. Despite instances of undisclosed asking prices, such as in the recent sale of Aquijo, which is estimated to have reached nine figures, the overall value increased from €3.6 billion in 2022 to €3.9 billion in 2023.
As we enter the new year, Aberton reflects on the most significant and thrilling transactions of 2023, beginning with the record-breaking single most expensive yacht brokerage sale in history.
Ahpo
Length: 115.1m
Asking price: €330,000,000
The superyacht industry came to a halt with the revelation of Lürssen's Ahpo being sold in what is believed to be the largest brokerage deal in history. Adding to the spectacle, Ahpo's immense impact propelled May 2023 to become the highest-grossing month for brokerage sales on record. Crafted by Nuvolari Lenard, Ahpo boasts a captivating profile inspired by performance sports cars, featuring tapered decks, a dual-tone color scheme, and distinctive half-moon windows. The yacht embraces a nature theme in its interior, evident in the choice of artwork, the central staircase depicting an olive tree, and the winter garden on the aft deck.
Madsummer
Length: 95m
Asking price: €227,500,000
Collaborating with the German shipyard Lürssen, designers Peder Eidsgaard and Laura Sessa successfully crafted the award-winning Madsummer in 2019 for an owner in pursuit of both a new yacht and a new plane. The outcome was a discreetly masculine superyacht adorned with a vibrant array of colors within, featuring a designated deck for the owner's accompanying Husky seaplane. Notable onboard features encompass a fully certified helideck at the bow, a 12-meter swimming pool, and accommodations for up to 12 guests in uniquely colored staterooms.
Here Comes the Sun
Length: 89m
Asking price: $195,000,000
This previously listed yacht found a buyer in August of the current year, spending only four months on the brokerage market. Initially commissioned in 2017, Here Comes the Sun holds the distinction of being the largest yacht ever built by Dutch shipbuilder Amels. In 2021, the vessel underwent an extensive refurbishment that included a six-meter stern extension, the addition of a second helipad, and a striking new navy blue and white paint scheme, all executed by Azure Naval Architects. Recognizing its transformation, Here Comes the Sun received the prestigious Neptune award for Best Rebuilt Yacht at the 2022 World Superyacht Awards, commended by judges for its newfound elegance and intelligent internal layout.
Whisper
Length: 95.2m
Asking price: €149,000,000
The Lürssen superyacht Whisper [formerly known as Kismet] swiftly changed hands within just three months through the Cecil Wright yacht brokerage, right before her anticipated debut at this year's Monaco Yacht Show. Originally commissioned by billionaire businessman Shahid Khan, the yacht was envisioned as a "champagne and caviar superyacht," catering to both family and corporate entertainment. In line with this vision, the esteemed design firm Espen Øino delivered a champagne-colored hull adorned with an art deco interior featuring crowd-pleasing amenities. Standout design elements include a multi-level swimming pool, a spa inspired by Persian aesthetics, and an impressive 350kg Crystal Caviar chandelier.
Arrow
Length: 75m
Asking price: €139,900,000
In the month when Ahpo was sold, the 75-meter Feadship Arrow achieved the second nine-figure sale in May. The distinctively designed yacht, featuring a sharply raked bow and a sleek, low-profile by London-based studio H2 Yacht Design, also boasts a modern and funky interior crafted by the same design firm. Arrow incorporates Feadship's cutting-edge hybrid technology, enhancing overall efficiency with an advanced waste heat recovery system. The yacht offers accommodations for 12 guests in six cabins, along with additional living quarters for a crew of up to 19.
Starlust
Length: 68.2m
Asking price: €88,000,000
Sold in March and now bearing the name Starlust, Abeking & Rasmussen's Soaring underwent a rebranding. Launched in 2020, the original owner enlisted Focus Yacht Design to create an exterior that would stand out, resulting in the yacht's unique scalloped windows, "eagle-beak" bow, and a striking vivid orange bootstripe complementing her pale grey hull. Starlust is also outfitted with two Compass Tenders, each featuring a distinctive orange band along the bottom to mirror the design aesthetics of the main vessel.
Lusine
Length: 60m
Asking price: $82,000,000
Measuring 60 meters in length, the recently unveiled Dutch creation Lusine stands as Heesen's most extensive steel superyacht to date, featuring an exterior design crafted by Omega Architects. This remarkable vessel earned recognition, securing a Judges' Commendation at both the 2023 World Superyacht Awards and the Design & Innovation Awards of the same year. Notably, the yacht's emphasis on a sophisticated and intricate lighting scheme accentuates the elegant joinery, opulent textures, and unique stone surfaces throughout the interior, including actual fragments of a moon meteorite that align with its lunar theme.
Felix
Length: 74.5m
Asking price: €71,500,000
After the notable refit by Pendennis in 2020, which included a substantial six-meter stern extension resulting in an extra 120 square meters of guest space, the charter favorite Felix has now entered the brokerage market. This vessel, alongside Lady S and Lady E, has garnered popularity. The extensive modifications introduced an enlarged beach club area that serves a dual purpose as a nightclub, and a new health and wellness center equipped with a hammam, a fully outfitted gymnasium, and a counter-current pool.
Q
Length: 68.2m
Asking price: €69,500,000
Originally designed as a multipurpose supply vessel in 2012 under the name Ragnar, Q underwent a significant transformation into a world-traveling expedition yacht in 2020, courtesy of the Dutch shipyard Icon Yachts. The vessel's RWD exterior is rumored to draw inspiration from a medieval Viking helmet, while the interior incorporates noticeable design elements reminiscent of cozy ski chalets and Scottish castles. Highlighting its robust explorer features, Q is equipped with diesel-electric propulsion featuring ice-breaking propellers, an industrial-grade crane, and a certified helideck designed to accommodate an Airbus EC145 helicopter.
Casino Royale
Length: 72m
Asking price: €66,000,000
Completing the roster of this year's top 10 is the Tankoa flagship, Casino Royale. During the past winter, the yacht underwent a transformation at the Amico shipyard, swapping its distinctive beige hull for an entirely white exterior. Francesco Paszkowski Design, in collaboration with Margherita Casprini, orchestrated the yacht's modern aesthetic, featuring a slightly masculine, darkened interior. A standout design element, as noted by Paszkowski, is the beach club, which welcomes natural light from a glass-bottom pool above and seamlessly links to the onboard wellness hub, inclusive of a hammam and multiple fold-out terrace balconies.
Who owns the 4.8 billion dollar yacht?
It is rumored that Robert Kuok purchased the superyacht, worth 10 times the amount Roman Abramovitch [previous title holder for world's most expensive yacht] paid for the Eclipse megayacht. Kuok is one of only three Malaysians with a net worth of $5 billion or more, according to Forbes billionaire's list.null$4.8 Billion History Supreme Most Expensive Yacht Ever Soldatlanticyachtandship.com › the-midas-touch-4-8-billion-history-supreme-m...null
What is the most expensive yacht on the world?
The 10 Most Expensive Yachts in the World.
- History Supreme [$4.8 billion].
- Eclipse [$1.5 billion].
- Streets Of Monaco [$1 billion].
- Azzam [$600 million].
- Motor Yacht A+ [old name Topaz] [$527 million].
- Motor Yacht A [$440 million].
- Dubai [$440 million].
- Radiant [$320 million].
Who owns most expensive yacht in the world?
History Supreme $4.8 Billion Made of solid gold, The History Supreme, is the most expensive yacht in the world and is reportedly owned by Malaysia's richest man, Robert Knok.nullTop 10 most expensive yachts in the world [2021] | LUXHABITATwww.luxhabitat.ae › the-journal › top-10-most-expensive-yachts-in-the-wo...null
How much is Jeff Bezos yacht?
Jeff Bezos' new $500 million megayacht Koru set sail this summer. At 417 feet long, it's the world's largest sailing yacht and even boasts a sculpture resembling his fiancée, Lauren Sanchez.nullJeff Bezos' Yacht: Everything to Know About Luxurious $500M Vesselwww.businessinsider.com › jeff-bezos-yachtnull