The yacht Eclipse is known as ‘the USD 1.5 billion yacht’. Although her real cost price was considerably less. Her original contract price was around EUR 550 million, or USD 700 million. Eclipse was delivered by Blohm and Voss in 2010. Eclipse is designed by Terence Disdale. He is also responsible for Eclipse’s interior design.
Eclipse was the largest superyacht in the world. But this title is now reserved for superyacht Azzam.
Owner of the yacht ECLIPSE
The Russian billionaire yacht is owned by Roman Abramovich. He is one of the richest people in the world. He sold his oil company Sibneft for US$ 13 billion.
Anti Paparazzi systems
Eclipse is said to have an anti-paparazzi system. It is a laser used to detect the electronic light sensors that digital cameras use. The camera is then targeted with a beam of bright light. That overexposes the photo, which becomes useless.
Many online sources doubt whether such technology actually exists.
She has a crew of 70, residing in 35 cabins. There are 2 dedicated staff cabins on the owner’s deck. The crew has its own dedicated cinema in the bow of the yacht.
She was built in total secrecy. Early 2013 Eclipse arrived in New York and docked in Manhattan. In June 2014 Eclipse was laying for anchor near Antibes France for a few days.
We are not sure who the Captain of the yacht is.
2015 Refit
Early 2015 Eclipse was seen in a drydock at the Blohm+Voss yard in Hamburg for a refit. In June 2015 she visited Bergen in Norway. And in November 2015 she was back at Blohm & Voss for some maintenance.
See some photos by Tom Gulbrandsen here. Source of some of the photo’s on this page: Marinetraffic.com. The yacht is not available for charter. Every winter Eclipse visits St Barth for New Year’s Eve.
Yacht Charter
The boat is not available for yacht charter. And the yacht is not listed for sale.
Owner
The yacht’s owner is Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich. Roman Abramovich is a Russian businessman, investor, and politician. He is the primary owner of the private investment company Millhouse LLC, and is best known as the owner of Chelsea Football Club, a Premier League soccer team based in London, England.
BLOHM + VOSS
Blohm & Voss is a German shipbuilding and engineering company, founded in 1877 by Hermann Blohm and Ernst Voss. The company has a long history of building ships and boats of various types, including luxury yachts, cargo ships, naval vessels, and submarines. It is also known for its repair and maintenance work on ships and boats. Throughout its history, the company has been involved in many notable projects, including building the German Navy’s first pocket battleships and the airship Hindenburg. Notable projects include the yacht ECLIPSE, Motor Yacht A, and LADY MOURA.
Terence Disdale Design is a luxury design and architecture firm based in London, UK, that specializes in high-end residential, commercial, and hospitality projects. The firm was founded by Terence Disdale in 1973 and has since established a reputation for creating elegant, timeless interiors and exteriors for luxury properties and yachts worldwide. They have a reputation for creating unique and bespoke spaces that reflect the personalities of its clients. They have worked with many high-profile clients and have received numerous awards for their work. The firm has a reputation for creating elegant, timeless interiors and exteriors for luxury properties and yachts worldwide. Notable projects include: the Blohm & Voss Eclipse, the Lurssen BLUE, the Lurssen PELORUS and the Oceanco DREAMBOAT.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who owns the Eclipse yacht?
Her owner is Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich. He has owned many large yachts including Luna and Solaris.
How much does it cost to rent the Eclipse yacht?
Abramovich’ Eclipse is not available for charter. Similar-sized yachts cost more than $3 million per week. And there is a smaller Eclipse (a 35-meter Couach, built in 2005), which charters at $72,000 per week)
How Much is the yacht Eclipse?
Some call her the $1.5 billion yacht, but her real cost-price was around $550 million. Her annual running costs are around $50 million. The price of a yacht can vary greatly depending on a number of factors, including the size, age, and level of luxury of the yacht, as well as the materials and technology used in its construction.
Eclipse stays in Turkish waters. See her current location here!
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