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Boat of the Week: How an NFL Owner Turned His Bonkers 312-Foot Superyacht Into a ‘Champagne-and-Caviar Palace’

Jacksonville jaguars owner shahid khan's massive vessel is a post-modern masterpiece of superyacht design., julia zaltzman, julia zaltzman's most recent stories.

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“The original intention was to make Kismet the most luxurious charter boat on the water,” Captain Dave Andrews told Robb Report . Nearly 10 years since the yacht was launched, Khan is ready to go bigger. His third custom-built Lürssen weighs 5,500 tons—almost double Kismet ’s weight—and is scheduled to be delivered in November. Kismet is listed for sale with Cecil Wright for a cool $160 million and is currently the largest yacht for sale on the market.

A Champagne-colored chandelier by Crystal Caviar is the most obvious feature of his brief to the designers. The statement light hangs in the central lobby next to a sweeping black-and-gold Art Deco staircase, suspended, of course, over a grand piano. There is a glass elevator in the lobby with access to all decks. The overall feel of the yacht is an ornate gentleman’s club with lavish marble, etched glass flooring, gold-leaf finishes, and backlit onyx.

“We either anchor in Canary Wharf or go to the warship mooring downstream of Tower Bridge as the boss likes the view of the bridge,” says Andrews.

The sports theme continues with two full-height video walls—used to display images of Khan’s football players when hosting business events—that flank the central staircase leading into the double-height main salon and continue across the floor, walls, and ceiling. In the sky lounge, a large sports bar opens out across the bridge deck aft for hosting large groups of people. When the party keeps going, it converts into a disco with a built-in sound system.

On the foredeck is a touch-and-go helipad, though it’s never used. Instead, regular games of basketball are played with temporary netting erected to catch any balls that bounce out of court. “We always have a deckhand standing by on a Waverunner,” says Andrews.

The foredeck serves as the owner’s private deck with a Jacuzzi and is also used for yoga. It leads directly into the master suite with twin en suites, a private office, oval skylight, and one of three bioethanol fireplaces. The other two are in the main salon. When lit, they carry a cooler flame than a naked fire. There is also a foredeck fire pit for keeping guests warm on colder nights, which converts into a cocktail table.

Kismet has seven additional guest suites, sleeping 16 guests in total. This includes two VIPs and a sea cabin on the lower deck amidships for guests who suffer from seasickness. There are also crew quarters for 26.

“The spa was mandated by the owners to be a place they can just chill out in,” says Andrews. It has a hammam, a spa bath, a cold plunge pool, a steam shower and a massage room with an onboard spa therapist. Opening shell doors in the gym allow for workouts by the water’s edge. There is also a separate hair and beauty salon, with a dedicated onboard hairdresser.

In the garage is a full chest of water toys and four tenders. Up top, the sun deck is built for lounging, with a pool and hot tub, sofas, sunpads, and outdoor dining under the hard top.

A crow’s nest platform is dedicated to viewing the ocean or sunning in privacy. It just goes to show that even on a vast, 312-foot yacht, cozy, intimate spaces rule the roost.

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Inside A $200 Million Entertainment Superyacht: The Tycoon Shahid Khan’s Kismet

Grand, magnificent, and luxurious, it's very easy to run out of superlatives for Shahid Khan’s $200 million superyacht.

This Kismet superyacht measuring 95.2 meters was built by Lurssen in 2014 and is owned by Shahid Khan, a Pakistani-American billionaire and business tycoon who also owns the Fulham Football Club and the Jacksonville Jaguars. Shahid Khan is one of those billionaires whose life story has the potential to become a successful film.

Khan's rags-to-riches story began in Pakistan, where he was born, and took a decisive turn when he immigrated to the United States as a teenager. According to Forbes, the business tycoon, who is now worth more than $8 billion, worked as a dishwasher while attending the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Years later, he would become the owner of auto parts distributor Flex-N-Gate. Although he is best known today for owning the NFL's Jacksonville Jaguars and the Fulham football club in the United Kingdom, Khan first rose to prominence as an engineer who created a one-piece truck bumper. He now owns several companies in the entertainment industry and has come a long way since his humble beginnings.

Shahid "Shad" Khan, the self-made American bumper-parts billionaire, is nothing if not daring in his business dealings, which is why he has been able to leverage his NFL team, the Jacksonville Jaguars , into regular guest appearances at London's Wembley Stadium. This summer, he's in intense talks to buy Wembley Stadium from the Football Association of Great Britain, which owns it.

The German Lürssen shipyard began construction of a new superyacht for Khan in 2014, the same year Khan purchased Fulham from Mohamed Al-Fayed. The 312-foot-long (92-meter-long) Kismet combined a majestic exterior by Espen Oeino with the interior of a five-star hotel designed by Reymond Langton Design.

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A Breathtaking Overview: A $200 Million Entertainment Superyacht, The Tycoon Shahid Khan’s Kismet

Lürssen, based in Bremen, Germany, is one of those well-known shipyards with a long history. Lürssen is credited with designing the world's first motorboat , which was commissioned by none other than Gottlieb Daimler, who wanted to put his engine to the test. Returning to modern times, Lürssen is best known for delivering the famous Azzam, a 2015 superyacht that set new length and speed records.

The shipyard referred to Kismet as "the ultimate entertainment vessel." It can accommodate 18 guests in eight ultra-luxurious staterooms and 27 crew members. It has zero-speed anchor stabilizers for improved onboard comfort, as well as a top speed of more than 17 knots. "Some elements of the exterior, such as the stainless steel air inlets aft of the funnels, were inspired by the Chicago skyline," Espen told Superyacht World.

Beyoncé and Jay-Z famously chartered Khan's Kismet during the summer of 2018 for around $1.2 million per week. They've since moved on to the $4 million-per-week Flying Fox, while Kismet has continued its journey. Moran Yacht and Ship has it listed for nearly $200 million right now. Perhaps Shahid Khan is ready to upgrade to a larger superyacht, as he did with Kismet, which was a step up from his previous smaller yacht.

However, the Khan boat merits more scrutiny than just the list of its celebrity or near-celebrity passengers. The Kismet exudes a very specific type of built-in opulence, with an exterior designed by Espen Oeino and an interior designed by Reymond Langton – the Bath-based British designer who has realized several notable superyachts.

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The Interior Design Of The Tycoon Shahid Khan’s Kismet Is One That Exudes Incredible Grandiose

Kismet was built to be a charter yacht from the beginning, which meant it would be busy not only cruising with its owner, but also chartering for short periods of time or hosting large corporate parties. Its large spaces were created with entertainment in mind. The Kismet has five decks above the waterline and three outdoor lounging areas, the main one of which is located on the fourth deck's aft section and features a pool and hot tub complex.

A cinema, a full-service spa, an indoor/outdoor dining space for twelve that doubles as a bar, and a formal interior dining room with a stair leading to a ballroom space are all available on the premises. One of the dark, lush staterooms is adorned with an oil portrait of a pair of lounging jaguars — get it? The master stateroom's bath has the expected gilt fixtures. The sundeck (which includes a swimming pool and a built-in Jacuzzi) was built with the aft end of the pool serving as a skylight for the lift shaft. A spiral staircase leads to one of the yacht's unique features: a private observation platform with an outdoor bed, ideal for stargazing.

Kismet has two helipads, one of which is located beneath the sundeck and can be configured as an outdoor cinema or a nightclub area. The second can also be used as a mini-basketball court. The owner deck has a formal dining area as well as a private area with a Jacuzzi and sun-pads. The aft on the main deck is one of the most spectacular features, with surprising semicircular seating around a unique, retractable fireplace that doubles as a coffee table.

In terms of spectacular features, Khan's superyacht includes a six-foot (1.8-meter) removable jaguar statue honoring the Jacksonville Jaguars. According to Superyacht World, the jaguar motif can be found throughout the yacht, serving as the perfect accent to the opulent interior décor that showcases the finest materials. Aside from the "mandatory" luxurious spa and fully-equipped gym, Kismet includes an elegant piano bar and lounge – there's something for everyone and every occasion onboard this versatile yacht.

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Superyacht owned by Fulham FC chairman Shahid Khan moors near Tower Bridge … and it’s available to rent

Luxury megayacht Kismet comes complete with a spa, a plush bar and even a helipad

• Published : 23:00, 28 Sep 2016
• Updated : 14:15, 26 Apr 2018

A LUXURY superyacht owned by Fulham FC chairman Shahid Khan has moored in central London.

The 308-feet long party boat named Kismet parked at Butlers Wharf on the River Thames near Tower Bridge on Wednesday.

It has 6 staterooms, with the master bedroom having its own private deck with jacuzzi and helipad.

There is even a cinema room and fully kitted gym on-board to be enjoyed by anyone with the cash to rent it out.

Estimates place its rental value at around £1MILLION a week...

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Super-yacht worth £70 million moored on the River Thames

A super-yacht boasting its own helipad and worth around £70 million has been seen moored on the River Thames.

The Kismet has six bedrooms, a private sundeck, a swimming pool and is around 300 feet long.

It belongs to Shahid Khan – one of the richest men in the world and owner of Fulham FC.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en">Welcome to this great city, super yacht Kismet. Perhaps it's fate. Get it? <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://www.awin1.com/awclick.php?mid=9&amp;id=222025&amp;p=http://t.co/f1oLUGsgKM" class="body-link" data-vars-item-name="BL-150591-http://t.co/f1oLUGsgKM" data-vars-event-id="c23">pic.twitter.com/f1oLUGsgKM</a>— MPSonthewater (@MPSonthewater) <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://twitter.com/MPSonthewater/status/527504327183966209" class="body-link" data-vars-item-name="BL-150591-https://twitter.com/MPSonthewater/status/527504327183966209" data-vars-event-id="c23">October 29, 2014</a>

The boat was seen making a brief stop by Tower Bridge before travelling further along the Thames.

It is thought Mr Khan has brought the yacht to London to watch his other team the Jacksonville Jaguars play the Dallas Cowboys at an International Series game on Sunday.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en">Yes, <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Jaguars?src=hash" class="body-link" data-vars-item-name="BL-150591-https://twitter.com/hashtag/Jaguars?src=hash" data-vars-event-id="c23">#Jaguars</a> owner Shad Khan has a teal-eyed jaguar on his Kismet yacht (via <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://twitter.com/BrentAS360" class="body-link" data-vars-item-name="BL-150591-https://twitter.com/BrentAS360" data-vars-event-id="c23">@BrentAS360</a>) <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://www.awin1.com/awclick.php?mid=9&amp;id=222025&amp;p=http://t.co/zjZVCJXG9Z" class="body-link" data-vars-item-name="BL-150591-http://t.co/zjZVCJXG9Z" data-vars-event-id="c23">http://t.co/zjZVCJXG9Z</a> <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://www.awin1.com/awclick.php?mid=9&amp;id=222025&amp;p=http://t.co/8Gt6hSKq5q" class="body-link" data-vars-item-name="BL-150591-http://t.co/8Gt6hSKq5q" data-vars-event-id="c23">pic.twitter.com/8Gt6hSKq5q</a>— Big Cat Country (@BigCatCountry) <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://twitter.com/BigCatCountry/status/530050128514514944" class="body-link" data-vars-item-name="BL-150591-https://twitter.com/BigCatCountry/status/530050128514514944" data-vars-event-id="c23">November 5, 2014</a>

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Sports billionaire Shad Khan is all set to get a brand new 400 feet long superyacht this year – A replacement for his $200 million yacht Kismet, the Lurssen vessel will have an interior that pays homage to the owner of the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Billionaire Shahid Khan has a penchant for sports and superyachts , so much so that he owns two of each. The tycoon, worth $8 billion, owns football teams, NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars, and UK’s Fulham football club. The Pakistani-born entrepreneur also possesses two luxury motor yachts- a 223-feet Lurssen beauty from 2007 and its successor 311-feet successor superyacht Kismet . The latter, a 312 feet luxury yacht, is currently for sale, but not without its spellbinding replacement ready to enthrall the yachting world. .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }

Project Jag hit the water for the first time on June 22 and was traditionally launched on a slipway per Boat International . Will Project Jag be a competent successor to the luxury vessel that accommodated Khan’s extravagant lifestyle and his entire sports team? The 400-feet Lurssen ship positively shows promise-

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The 308ft Kismet yacht currently moored by Tower Bridge and played host to Beyonce and Jay Z

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A superyacht currently moored next to Tower Bridge and belonging to the billionaire owner of Championship side Fulham is for sale for a staggering amount.

The 308-foot boat is practically a mansion on water with amenities, facilities, and luxuries that seem almost unthinkable in most houses.

The 6 bedroom yacht comes fitted with an outrageous amount of marble and gold as well as a spa, a cinema with a floor-to-ceiling screen, a grand spiral staircase, a gym, a beauty salon, a basketball court, and even its own nightclub.

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That's not even all of it.

The mind-boggling vessel also has an outdoor space that offers a jacuzzi, swimming pool, and a one-of-a-kind retractable outdoor fireplace.

Guest’s need not even climb aboard because the superyacht has its own helipad.

The superyacht has previously hosted a number of A-list guests, including Beyonce and Jay-Z, who were spotted aboard while touring the Amalfi Coast in 2018.

Its owner is one of the world's richest men, the Pakistani-American sports club owner, and industrialist Shahid Khan.

On top of owning Fulham FC, the businessman owns the American football team the Jacksonville Jaguars.

If you are looking to set sail in a floating palace then it is currently on the market for £142.6m.

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The 'Tash with the Cash' sails in: NFL team owner Shahid Khan's £140million superyacht moors in the Thames ahead of his side's game at Wembley - a week after he withdrew £600m bid for the stadium

• The luxurious 308ft Kismet superyacht is currently moored at Butlers Wharf in the Thames in London
•  Shahid Khan who owns Fullham FC and the Jacksonville Jauguars is rumoured to be the vessel's owner
• The yacht boasts a swimming pool, a helipad, multiple suites and a cinema room, as well as a jaguar statue

By Zoie O'brien For Mailonline

Published: 10:38 EST, 24 October 2018 | Updated: 10:44 EST, 24 October 2018

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A lavish 308ft-long super yacht believed to be the property of billionaire Fulham Football Club owner Shahid Khan has returned to the Thames before a clash of NFL titans this weekend.

The luxury vessel 'Kismet' rumoured to have been bought by the Pakistani-American owner of the Jacksonville Jaguars, who will play the Philadelphia Eagles at Wembley, on Sunday, has been spotted days before the game.

With eight suites, a helipad, a swimming pool, and a cinema, as well as pamper rooms and posh dining areas - the yacht currently moored in Butler's Wharf was built to impress.

The Kismet, owned by the businessman nicknamed 'the tash with the cash' was last seen in London seven months ago.

According to reports, the Kismet was ordered in 2015 to replace another boat with the same name, also owned by Mr Khan. 

Crew staff wash the 308 feet long luxury superyacht Kismet, reportedly owned by Pakistani-American billionaire, Shahid Khan, that has arrived in London and moored at Butlers Wharf

The original Kismet, a 223ft yacht was rechristened Global, after it was sold for a rumoured £69million. The second vessel was also named Kismet (a word meaning fate or destiny).

According to the website, YachtCharterFleet.com, the new, upgraded Kismet is 'unquestionably the realisation of both luxury and uncompromised perfection'. 

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Mr Khan owns the National Football League (NFL) team, the Jacksonville Jaguars, who are due to play the Philadelphia Eagles in an International Series game at Wembley on Sunday

Fulham's US owner Shahid Khan is believed to have bought Kismet to replace another boat with the same name

Kismet has 6 staterooms, with the master bedroom having its own private deck with jacuzzi and helipad

Kismet accommodates 12 guests, with the master stateroom boasting its own private deck with Jacuzzi and a helipad.

There are lounging and eating areas on three different decks including a sundeck with a swimming pool with integrated Jacuzzi and fully equipped barbecue. 

The Kismet is available for charter for a cool £1,050,768-a-week (€1,200,000). 

Mr Khan, a Pakistani-American billionaire businessman, is the 158th wealthiest person in the world, and the world's richest person of Pakistani origin. 

As well as Fulham FC he also owns the NFL franchise the Jacksonville Jaguars. 

Fulham's US owner Shahid Khan went from staying in the $2 per night YMCA to being one of the richest men in America

The vessel was delivered by Germany-based Lurssen in 2014 to Mr Khan as a replacement for his previous 68-meter Kismet,  hellomonaco.com reported.

The yacht boasts a jaguar on the bow of the yacht, symbolic of the owner’s NFL team, the Jacksonville Jaguars, which he bought in November 2011 for £540 million according to the New York Times.

'Built with corporate entertainment and charter in mind, Kismet stretches over five decks suitable for parties of up to 270 guests,' hellomonaco said. 

'Among innovative features on Kismet are her video walls, extending up to two decks high, able to show regular television but programmed to display high-definition moving artwork.'

Billionaire Shahid Khan's rags to riches story has seen him go from earning just 85p an hour washing dishes to making an £800million bid for one of the crowns of the sporting world.

The 67-year-old highly successful businessman, who moved to the US when he was just 16 with just $500 (£360) to his name.

Khan was rumoured to be in the running to become the new owner of Wembley but he withdrew his bid a week ago. 

This inside of the Kismet's sister vessel the Global. Dining rooms for business deals are believed to be used by Shahid Khan

The inside of the luxurious Kismet before it was renamed Global. The Kismet was a frequent visitor to London, much like its sister ship, the second Kismet

His rapid rise to the top saw him become owner of Championship side Fulham in 2013, and the NFL side Jacksonville Jaguars are also one of his outfits.

But it has not come easy to the self-made billionaire from Pakistan, who is now the 217th richest person in the world.

Khan was born in Lahore, Pakistan in July 1950 to mother, Zakia, a maths professor, and father, Rafiq who sold surveying equipment.

Encouraged by his father, who stood for humility and frugality, Khan from an early age developed a nous for business.

As a child he would build and sell radios and perhaps with his father's influence would not allow any opportunity to pass by without being able to make a profit.

At the age of 16 he moved to the United States to study mechanical engineering at the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana with just $500 to his name, spending his first nights at a YMCA.

Concerned that he would quickly run out of money at the $2 a night accommodation, Khan went out the next morning to get his first job... washing dishes for just $1.20 (85p) an hour.

Soon after, the engineer by trade would start work at automotive manufacturing company Flex-N-Gate and 13 years after arriving in the United States he bought the company for $800,000 (£570,00)

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Billionaire's £140m super yacht turns up at Tower Bridge and leaves Londoners stunned

The boat, named 'Kismet', is owned by billionaire Shahid Khan, who also owns Fulham Football Club, but some people aren't happy to see it moored on the Thames amid a cost-of-living crisis

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A billionaire's yacht stunned Londoners when it sailed up the River Thames and moored close to the iconic Tower Bridge.

The yacht reportedly turned up over the weekend and while some ogled at its scale, others slammed its presence amid a cost-of-living crisis as "insensitive", My London reports.

Posting a picture of the boat on Reddit, one person wrote: "Seriously, this thing showed up this morning and is moored right by Tower Bridge. It's the biggest boat I have seen here, any idea who owns it?"

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One person replied: "Sorry but not me as I can barely afford heating, so how the heck do you expect me to own a million dollar super boat?"

It transpires the boat, named 'Kismet', is owned by billionaire Shahid Khan, who also owns Fulham Football Club. Shahid bought the club from former owner Mohamed Al Fayed in 2013.

The Pakistani-American tycoon also owns NFL team the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Jaguars will be in the capital on October 30 to play against the Denver Broncos at Wembley Stadium, perhaps explaining why his boat is moored on the Thames.

The boat is said to currently be on sale for the cost of 169 million euros, or more than £140million.

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Not everyone was happy to see it docked in London. One said: "Waiting for Just Stop Oil to spray paint it as well. Would be brilliant."

Another commented: "Think you should never show off such extravagance in a city with homeless people on the street."

Saying that, some Londoners claim they've seen better. "Gone are the Russian mega mega yachts, now come the toddlers," said one. "I mean, does this even have a helipad or two?"

Kismet, which means "fate" or "destiny" in Urdu, was built in 2014 and sails under the flag of Cayman Islands. It has its own swimming pool on board.

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The yacht is called “ Kismet ,” and its name derives from the Urdu word for destiny.

And, if you want to rent out Kismet, it will cost $1.2 million a week and has seen many celebrities occupy its luxurious lifestyle.

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Guests have included Beyonce and Jay-Z, as well as NFL commissioner Roger Goodell. Kismet was also used in “6 Underground,” a 2019 Netflix film that stars Ryan Reynolds.

Designed by Raymond Langton and Espen Oino, the vessel is 312 feet long, has five decks and eight state bedrooms, and is one of the most stylish yachts at sea.

Inside the boat are Khan’s lavish personal suites. They take up the front of the boat. His personal space contains an office, master bedroom, en suite rooms, and a jacuzzi.

The entertaining areas offer two video wall displays and a spa area. The spa is on the bottom deck and has a steam room, massage room, spa bath, and steam bath. Khan even hires a therapist to occupy the spa. On the same deck, there is a salon and a gym.

The yacht also has both an indoor and outdoor cinema.

For those guests lucky enough to stay on board, there are another seven bedrooms. There is even room for 26 crew members on board.

Outside, the boat has two helipads, a basketball court, and three pools. The yacht also comes with its very own firepit.

On the top deck, there is a pool, an outdoor dining area, and a large lounge. There is also a sports bar onboard that has everything you would expect, as well as barbeque facilities and a disco area.

The boat even comes with lots of goodies, with its garage offering jet skis, diving gear, and other toys to use out on the water.

Khan left the imprint of his Jaguars team on the boat when, on game day, a 13-foot statue of a Jaguar was on its helm.

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The UK capital may not be quite as picturesque as France's sparkling shores or Italy's beach-lined coasts - but evidently, there's still a certain appeal among yacht owners as an increasing number of superyachts set a course for London. 

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Oceanco's 109-metre Bravo Eugenia has visited the Big Smoke many times, showing off a chiselled Nuvolari Lenard exterior and dazzling underwater light display. A sharp plumb bow and extended waterline make her one of the distinctive superyachts on the water, and she certainly cuts an elegant profile whenever she arrives in London. With her hybrid propulsion engine, she offers a quiet electric mode which allows her to consume 30 per cent less fuel than other motor yachts in her size class, making her one of the more eco-friendly yachts in the world . She was most recently sighted in November 2023 at Butler's Wharf Pier, Tower Bridge.

The 90-metre expedition yacht has been spotted anchored in front of Tower Bridge following delivery from Lürssen 's yard in Germany. Launched in February 2023, Norn has since travelled across the Baltic and North Sea, including a skirt around Sweden’s Skåne County and a brief stop in the port of Helsingborg on the 9 of June, according to BOATPro . Key features include an outdoor cinema and changeable-depth pool floor with dance floor illumination.

Prior to arriving in Canary Wharf, the 56-metre Benetti build enjoyed a cruising expedition in the cruising grounds from where she gets her name. Australia ’s Stefano Ricci lines and navy hull attracted plenty of attention along the Gold Coast, and the 2012 build has an equally impressive interior with three individual dining saloons. She was launched as Ulysses and later became known as Bash , and was formerly owned by two serial yacht owners.

Fresh from an Atlantic crossing that began in early May and a stop-off in Portsmouth, the 54.3-metre Amels yacht Revelry was spotted docked in Canary Wharf. The yacht has a textbook Tim Heywood exterior and interiors by Laura Sessa , as part of the Dutch yard's Limited Editions 177 series. She was launched as 4You in 2012 and changed ownership in 2021.

The 110-metre Kaos (ex- Jubilee ) is the largest yacht to pay a visit to London in recent years. She cruised up the Thames in May 2023, stopping in front of Butler's Wharf and Tower Bridge to show off her unique blue exterior penned by Lobanov Design . The multi-award-winning yacht has a stellar range of onboard amenities, including an 8.5-metre pool, aquarium and a multitude of custom-designed pieces not found on any other yacht. At the time of her last sale in 2018, she was one of the largest sales in yachting history. 

The third unit in Benetti 's highly popular Oasis 40M series, named Phoenix , has spent a significant amount of time cruising the coastline of Great Britain. Since her delivery in 2021, she has paid visits to Southampton and Ireland as well as to Canary Wharf and Tower Bridge. Key features include the signature Oasis deck, which boasts a glass-fronted dipping pool and unfolding bulwarks. The design of this model was so popular it inspired a smaller 34 metre series, with Zlatan Ibrahimović buying the first unit .

The 49-metre Reef Chief was spotted docked in the heart of Canary Wharf in 2022. The yacht was delivered by American yard Trinity in 2009 and has been designed with entertainment at its core. She is crowned by a large sundeck with an exterior bar, shaded dining area and TV screen, along with a Jacuzzi. Ten guests can be accommodated in five cabins, which are styled in classic polished wood and cream tones.

The 33.7-metre Van der Valk Blue Jeans made her maiden voyage to London after departing the shipyard in the Netherlands. Her cool blue hull added a touch of brightness to a dreary London day, and she spent her time cruising up and down the river showing off her custom Guido De Groot exterior. The all-aluminium yacht is one of the builder's most complex undertakings to date and is home to a foredeck "chillout lounge" with sun pads tucked into the bow, a U-shaped sofa and a dining table that pops up from the deck.

Fresh from a comprehensive refit and extension, the 44-metre motor yacht Brazil paid a visit to the River Thames in December 2022. The yacht was spotted moored outside St Katharine Docks Marina enjoying some winter sunshine in front of Tower Bridge. She was originally delivered by Heesen in 1993 and was relaunched in October following an extensive refit courtesy of a collaboration between three Dutch firms – Snijders Yachts, Zwijnenburg and Dutchflows. Work was primarily focused around the stern area, where the yacht was given a new beach club. The yacht is listed for sale with IYC .

Slipstream was delivered in 2009 as one of two 60-metre models from French shipyard CMN , Both exterior and interior were curated by Winch Design and the British studio has given her a smart navy hull with a distinctive grey superstructure. She features generous living and entertainment areas with an outdoor cinema on the sundeck and a hand-carved 4.5-metre totem pole at the centrepiece of a feature staircase. Owned by Canadian businessman Jack Cowin, Slipstream is currently available for charter by Burgess .

Having recently completed a cross-planet navigation that included Norway, the Maldives and Australia, 62-metre Stardust was spotted cruising up the Thames and into Canary Wharf in July 2022. The Amels build was handed over to her owners in 2020, and is the first and only hull in the Dutch yard's Limited Editions 206 series. Interior design comes from Laura Sessa, while Tim Heywood is responsible for the yacht's distinctive exterior, which is characterised by long lines of circular portholes and a cut-out segment in the hull line. 

The 75.6-metre Boardwalk is one of the newer deliveries from prestigious Dutch shipbuilder Feadship , and she caused a big buzz when she moored up on the Thames against the backdrop of Tower Bridge. Her aft deck helipad, generous beach club and huge TV screens were on full display to lucky onlookers who were able to catch a glimpse of her. 

Delivered in 2010 from Lürssen, 60-metre Bella Vita paid a brief visit to London, where she was seen along Butler's Wharf, just in front of Tower Bridge. Launched under the name Katie Sue II , the yacht became one of the top 50 most expensive yachts for sale in the world prior to her sale in January 2021. No doubt her new owner is enjoying her Glade Johnson interior and well-equipped sundeck. 

As one of the most recent deliveries from German shipyard Lürssen , 55.5-metre Moon Sand made waves when she cruised up the Thames shortly after delivery. The yacht has a number of innovative features on deck, including a recessed pool that can be drained and raised flush with the deck when not in use. The yacht's crisp profile and clean, soothing interiors are by legendary yacht design studio Bannenberg & Rowell. 

With her sky-blue hull and buttercup yellow exterior accents, the Abeking & Rasmussen -built 98 metre motor Aviva added some colour to the city when she visited. The yacht is home to an onboard paddel tennis court - the first of its kind ever installed - which had to be carefully engineered in order to create the correct level of bounce. 

Heesen's largest steel superyacht to date was spotted in London displaying her new name Lusine . The yacht hit the water in 2021 sporting a masculine exterior courtesy of Omega Architects and an interior by Sinot Yacht and Architecture Design . A glass elevator lies at the heart of the design while a touch-and-go helipad forward allows guests to come and go in complete privacy.

With her "champagne and caviar" interiors and two-deck video walls in the lobby, 95-metre Kismet is all about the wow factor. Her interiors are by Reymond Langton, while her exteriors are the work of Espen Øino and she features an impressive jaguar statue on the bowsprit. She marks one of the most expensive yachts for charter in the world , asking a cool €1,200,000 for one week.

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