The yacht Galaxy was built by Benetti in 2005 as project FB232. It was the first yacht produced at the then-new Livorno yard. She is designed by Stefano Natucci.
Specifications
The motor yacht is powered by Caterpillar engines. Her max speed is 16 knots. Her cruising speed is 12 knots. She has a range of more than 3000 nm.
Interior
The luxury yacht can accommodate 14 guests and a crew of 10. The yacht has an electronically-controlled glass paneled dining room, a 70-bottle wine cellar, and Burma teak parquet flooring.
Who is the Owner of the Yacht GALAXY?
The yacht’s owner was Austrian entrepreneur Hans Thomas Gross. He sold the yacht to Dave Hagewood.
Dave Hagewood
Dave Hagewood is the founder of Psyonix. Psyonix is an American video game development studio based in San Diego, California. The company is best known for developing the popular game Rocket League, a high-powered hybrid of arcade-style soccer and vehicular mayhem.
In May 2019, it was announced that Epic Games had acquired Psyonix, the developer of Rocket League. The terms of the deal were not publicly disclosed, but it has been reported that Epic Games paid around $200 million for the studio.
Dave Hagewood Net Worth
His net worth is estimated at $200 million. (since Epic Games paid $200 million for Psyonix).
Refit
In 2012 she underwent a minor refit and was put for sale. In 2013 Galaxy was sold by John Gandal to Swiss entrepreneur and RunningBall founder Hans Thomas Gross.
In 2017 she was sold again. Do you know if Gross owns another yacht? Please do send us a message.
Paul McGuinness
Rumors that U2 band manager Paul McGuinness is the owner of the yacht Galaxy are incorrect.
How Much is the GALAXY Yacht?
Her value is $25 million. Her annual running costs are around $2 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.
BENETTI Yachts
Benetti Yachts is a luxury yacht builder based in Viareggio, Italy. The company was founded in 1873 and is one of the oldest yacht builders in the world. Benetti specializes in building custom-made motor yachts, with sizes ranging from 34 to over 100 meters in length. They are known for their high-quality craftsmanship, attention to detail and use of advanced technology.
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Yacht Charter
The boat is not available for yacht charter. And the yacht is not listed for sale.
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