eros luxury yacht

Step ashore after your EROS adventure a member of an exclusive group of discerning sailors who’ve experienced yachting at its best. You’ll never consider sailing any other way.

Sailing a large classic like Eros is pure joy for veteran and novice sailors alike. Under a warm, tropical breeze, she heels gently and accelerates to ten knots or more, easily keeping pace with lighter and newer yachts. Guests can hoist sails, grind winches, take the wheel, or sit back and watch the crew at their positions; all once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Experienced sailors are welcome to charter Eros for one of the several classic yacht regattas she participates in during the year.

Eros is even more captivating today than she was at her launch in 1939. Recommissioned as a luxury charter yacht in 2010 after a monumental renovation, she now tips her hat to her illustrious past while exceeding the comfort and enjoyment of the most discriminating guests, turning heads wherever she goes.

Specifications

GENERAL Length Overall: 115 ft. (35m) Beam: 22 ft. (6.7m) Draft: 13 ft. (3.96m) Tonnage: 185 tons Sail Area: 9,000 sq. ft. (836 sq. meter) Sails: Mainsail, Main Staysail, Staysail, Jib, Genoa, Fisherman Class: Staysail Schooner Builder: Brooke Marine, 1939 Major Renovation: 2010 Designer: William McMeek Construction: Composite, Burma Teak (3", 8cm) over Steel Frames

ACCOMMODATIONS Guests: 8-12 in four cabins Crew: 5 Air Conditioning: Individual controls in each cabin

TOYS Zodiac Yachtline 470 with 90HP Yamaha (skiiing, wakeboarding etc.) Water skis, wakeboard, towable tube Zodiac with 15HP Yamaha 2 x Paddleboards Yamaha Seascooter Snorkeling Gear Ample Teak Deck Furniture Main guest cabin jacuzzi Full awnings and covers Fishing gear

MACHINERY Main Engine: 350 HP V-892 Detroit Diesel Cruise Speed (engine): 7-9 knots Generators: 2 x Northern Lights (25kW and 12 kW) Bow Thruster: 50 HP Water Maker: Two - 1,300 GPD Water Heaters: 2 Electric Hydraulic Windlass: 10 ton Pumps: Exceeding Lloyd's Specifications

ELECTRONICS Navigation: Raymarine Navigation (48 mile radar, Depth Sounder, GPS, ASI, Electronic Charts, Autopilot) Radios: Raymarine VHF and handhelds Sound: 2 x Kenwood sound systems with Bluetooth connectivity Satellite Phone: Iridium Internet: Iridium 2 kbps email, web browsing, etc. (extra charge for data usage) Television: 50" flat screen with DirecTV, , movies, iPad connectivity

Common Areas

On board Eros, you’ll find many places to take in your magical surroundings, from generous gathering spaces for group entertaining to intimate, cozy areas where you may retire for privacy. Coastal chic décor is crisp and refined, bathed in subtle maritime hues that complement the expansive scenery.

Outdoor Dining

Great memories are made around the dining table, and there are few as special as this. Situated just ahead of the steering position, Eros’ outdoor dining table is perfectly located to provide unimpeded views during casual meals, sunset cocktails and elegant dinners alike. Comfortable under sail, cool under the awning, and majestic under the stars, this expandable teak table with wraparound upholstered seating and overstuffed pillows seats up to eight.

A favorite indoor space for most of our guests, the deckhouse features ample seating beneath large picture windows, with music controls at your fingertips. Dual chart tables double as an indoor desk area. Take a break from the outdoors without missing a beat of scenery. It’s the ideal place to catch up on some reading, check your emails, enjoy intimate conversation, or steal an afternoon nap. Some guests have even been known to sleep in the deckhouse.

Dining Saloon

The original teak paneled dining saloon hearkens back to the nights when colorful personages from Greek tycoons to the King and Queen of Spain dined at this very table. With a nod towards the original Art Deco décor, we have retained the dining saloon’s early grandeur, updating it with luxurious fabrics & tableware. Comfortably seats 8 guests.

Living Saloon

Opposite the dining saloon, the living saloon features a large comfy u-shaped couch with a 50” flat screen TV. The couch doubles as two extra berths for large groups. The TV features DirecTV, movies, and can plug directly into your personal device (be sure to download your movies and favorite shows before your trip). This is the ideal space for cocktail hour, or just kicking back and taking in a movie.

Outdoor Relaxation

Eros offers numerous seating and lounging areas on deck, all perfectly suited for sunbathing, reading, napping or socializing as you take in 360 degrees of breathtaking scenery. Whether you seek sun or shade, privacy or the company of friends and family, there is a place for you on board. 

An assortment of comfortable teak furniture can be arranged in various settings around the yacht for lounging, socializing and dining.

Accommodations

Eros comfortably sleeps up to 9 guests in its 4 smartly furnished guest cabins. Each air-conditioned room is handsomely appointed with original teak paneling, tasteful artwork, ample storage to unpack your belongings, and all the bedside conveniences of home. Hatches provide natural light as well as the option for fresh air ventilation. Daily housekeeping is included.

Cabin Features:

Air conditioning

Deluxe memory foam mattresses

Down duvet & pillows

Premium linens

Thick terry cloth towels

Bluetooth clock-radio/docking station

Personal carafe

Reading lamps

Opening hatch

Signature toiletries

QUEEN STATEROOM

The Master Queen Stateroom features a deluxe memory foam queen bed with premium luxury bedding, and all the bedside amenities of home. A private ensuite bathroom features a Jacuzzi tub, shower, and electric head.

DOUBLE STATEROOM

Perfect for a couple, the Double Stateroom features a deluxe memory foam double bed. Private ensuite bathroom features a head, sink and shower.

TRIPLE CABIN

The Triple Cabin features a bunk bed with lower double bed and upper twin. Ideal for two to three children, or a couple with child. Beds are laterally staggered to provide greater overhead spaciousness. An adjacent bathroom is shared with the Double Cabin across the hall.

DOUBLE CABIN

The Double Cabin features two twin beds in staggered bunk configuration to allow greater overhead spaciousness. The Double Cabin shares a bathroom with the Triple Cabin across the hallway.

Meal and snack time are one of the most important parts of an exceptional yachting vacation. Cuisine aboard Eros is always exactly what you want it to be. Our guests are asked to complete a questionnaire on their culinary desires, including allergies and dietary restrictions. Our chef and chief stewardess then get to work creating the perfect menu for your vacation, which can be shared with you in advance.

Our chef procures freshest meat, fish and vegetables available.

Eros’s chef can create the perfect menu for a romantic dinner for two, to a family of ten with different eating preferences, and everything in between.

Meals are prepared based on individualized requirements. Eros can cater to any and all of the following dietary preferences:

Keto and Ayurvedic

Vegetarian and Vegan

Gluten free

Pescatarian

And of course, omnivores

View some of our sample menus here  

Even though Eros is beautiful, and you will visit wonderful places, your charter would not meet your expectations without a truly wonderful crew. The five crew members below are a cohesive team that loves working together, and enjoys time off together too. Our guests regularly rave about them, and you will too. They include our captain, chef, first mate, chief stew, and deckhand/stew. All crewmembers are licensed full-time professionals, certified by the U.S. Coast Guard. Their love for sailing is matched by their steadfast commitment to your safety and comfort. All are vaccinated.

Colin Horton, Captain

Colin began his sailing career in his home, the Pacific Northwest, while he was in college. He has spent the last 10+ years working on a variety of vessels all over the world. His experience includes multiple Caribbean and Mediterranean sailing seasons, three transatlantic voyages and many super yacht regattas. Colin holds his 200-ton Near Coastal USCG Captain’s license. In his off time Colin owns and maintains his own sailboat and enjoys cruising around the greater New England area.

Esteban Mogollon , First Mate

Esteban's passion for sailing began in south Florida, where he would race his older sister in a couple lasers across Biscayne Bay. He became enchanted with classic sailboats after working on a few schooners in Newport, RI and Connecticut. Currently holding a 100-Ton Near Coastal USCG Captain's license, he aspires to upgrade to a 200-Ton license. Beyond the sea, Esteban finds joy in woodworking, surfing, and watching fútbol.

Heather Stout, Chef

Heather grew up in the southwest desert of Utah and migrated to the eastern coast over a decade ago, where she ended up in Maine and fell in love with classic wooden schooners, the rugged Atlantic shoreline, and the hearty New England agriculture. With over twenty years of experience in restaurants and farming, Heather knows the importance of promoting local food culture by finding and learning the expertise of farmers, ingredients, and practices from the different regions we visit. She places an emphasis on healthy and vibrant meals, and brings a clear message of sustainability and nourishment to her cuisine. 

Tami Stawicki, Chief Stewardess

For Tami grew up on the coast of Connecticut before moving to New York to work as an actuary. After five years, she wanted to focus on traveling and made the switch to work as a host on yachts in Croatia. After a couple of seasons and working various hospitality roles, she is excited to join the crew on Eros. In her free time, Tami enjoys reading, walking, swimming, and running.

Brieanne Buckey, Chief Stewardess/Deck

Bri grew up on Jamestown Island across the bridge from Newport, RI, where she naturally fell in love with the ocean, and boats. After a stint in the Hawaiian islands, she moved to the Virgin Islands to be close to her first love, warm ocean waters. Drawn to the yachts in the harbor she took a job on a charter boat and has not looked back. Unlike most charter crew Bri threw in a couple of interesting side gigs, commercial salmon fishing in Alaska, and earning her Coast Guard captain’s license for up to six passengers. Look out, Captain Justin. She has rounded out her guest service experience with several years working in restaurants and hotels and truly loves to make sure Eros’s charter guests’ expectations are exceeded every minute they are on board. Bri also prides herself on her excellent mixology skills.

Sailing Eros

Safety on Board

The safety of our guests is our highest priority. All crewmembers are trained in CPR, and Eros is stocked with adult and child-size life jackets as well as a complete medical first aid kit. On board satellite phone and Wi-Fi internet keep us in contact with the mainland, and our sailing routes mean we are never far from medical facilities if needed.

History: The Story of Eros

1945 - 1970: A billionaire's pride on the mediterranean

Following the war, Greek billionaire shipping tycoon, Stavros Niarchos, purchased Jeanry as his private yacht, and renamed her Eros in honor of the Greek goddess of love and passion. An avid sailor, Niarchos was profiled on the cover of Sports Illustrated in August 1959. Henceforward, Eros became a well-known fixture within the prestigious Mediterranean yachting world. If walls could talk, Eros would undoubtedly have countless captivating tales to tell from these years.

1962: A royal Honeymoon

In May of 1962, King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofia of Spain spent some of their honeymoon aboard Eros. Niarchos had gifted the use of Eros along with his private Greek island, Spetsopoula, to the royal newlyweds. This illustrious occasion is detailed in A Life Under Surveillance, a literary account of Spain’s transformation from dictatorship to democracy under King Juan Carlos.

1990 - 2010: monumental restoration ushers Eros into the 21st century

Over the course of nearly 50 years, Eros changed ownership only three times before anchoring with her current owners. She has recently completed a massive 18-year museum-quality restoration to adapt and upgrade this historical schooner to the standards of first class travel. No expense was spared in recreating her original grandeur, with particular attention paid to replicating her classic detail and finish work. While her internal structure, including steel framework and rigging, is either brand new or totally renovated, she proudly retains many original details, from her authentic turnbuckles and Admiralty bronze fittings to the bell from her 1939 naming ceremony mounted at the aft end of the bowsprit. Most notably, each Burmese teak plank of her hull is original to 1939, having been reinstalled following rigorous inspection. 

Eros is now outfitted with the latest navigation, galley and engine room equipment. A Cordon Bleu chef-designed galley boasts all modern appliances. Air conditioned interiors, washer/dryer, and premium entertainment systems complete her modernization. 

In preparation for the 2016-17 charter season, Eros has undergone a complete interior redecoration, seamlessly marrying the style and comfort of sophisticated luxury travel with the thrill of sailing aboard this historical masterpiece. 

Eros is all at once a step back in time, and distinctly modern innovative touring vessel. It is with great honor that her new owners commit her to charter service, devoted to maintaining her beauty and performance in a way that would make her original owners and builders proud.

Press - Eros in the news

Points East Magazine, 2018

South Bay Magazine, 2017

Latitude 38, 2009

Yachting World, 1937

Yachting World, 1938

Yachting World, 1939

Wooden Boat Magazine, 2013

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Posted by Claudine Williams | Aug 15, 2015 | Below Deck , Cruise , Reality TV | 11 |

On Season 3 of Below Deck , the crew catered to guests on board the Eros , a 161-foot luxury yacht, which will take the cast and some well-heeled guess Bahamas. The Eros has high-end pleasures like an on-deck jacuzzi and a gym. Like previous years, Below Deck representatives changed the name of the actual yacht for the show.

BELOW DECK On the Eros Yacht — Pictured: Leon Walker — (Photo by: Virginia Sherwood/Bravo)

Below Deck’s Eros is actually called Mustang Sally.The ship also offers guests water toys like a wave runner, water skis, snorkeling equipment, and scuba diving equipment.

BELOW DECK — Pictured: Captain Lee Rosbach — (Photo by: Virginia Sherwood/Bravo)

When it is not being filmed on Below Deck, Mustang Sally charters for about $192,000 per week in the summer and about $175,000 in the winter.

BELOW DECK — Pictured: Kate Chastain — (Photo by: Virginia Sherwood/Bravo)

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11 Comments

Great crew, Outstanding yacht.

Though I’ve thought all the Yachts were nice, I’d have to say the EROS is probably a favorite. The layout is so much different than the others.

I was thinking how amazingly fun it would be to work on this yacht….then I thought HELL NO!!! I want to be a pampered guest on that boat, surrounded by an amazing and super fun crew!!! It would be a once in a lifetime trip!!!! I would love my whole family (which is very small) to join me for pure rest & relaxation and tons of fun; with no worries at all… But DAAA’UUUMMM……it is so dang freaking expensive to rent this yacht for a week. I am not that wealthy, so it’s unlikely I’ll ever be able to afford an type of vacation on this gorgeous be z

Us poor peeps can only hope to win the give away Cruz on that boat for the week…

One day I will be able to take a trip on this yacht or spend a week on this yaht, when that day comes I’ll know I won the lotto…lol

I don’t get it. What’ s so special about a yacht? $200,000 and for what?

WoW!! I only wish that I were related to the Real House Wife celeb, Ms. Bailey. What a blessing to grab a few best friends and even just enjoy a weekend at sea…….now that would make me very happy. I will be looking for that “Eros Cruise Contest” as well.

I thought it would fun to get 10 friends and split the cost until I checked into the prices. Wow, I can pay my house off for the amount of money they are asking. I watch the show and I have not been impressed with the food the chef serves, the entertainment, an employee dressing up as a mermaid?? and some water toys. Add another 10000.00 or more for the tip at the end of the week. Maybe when I hit the lotto!

The actual Below Deck yacht is available to charter in Miami area for anyone that has the money.

I would NEVER charter the Eros after seeing the show ‘Below Deck’ & seeing how the crew mock the quests publicly on camera! How rude & unprofessional!

Great Share,

We are planning for sailing vacation after our wedding, I think we will prefer hiring such services which will take care of me and my family.

Hope we are able to go for this vacation. 🙂 ;p

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Built in 2019, 37m/121.6ft M/Y EROS received a refit in 2021 to keep her in top condition. The interiors styled by Zuccon International Project are sophisticated and contemporary, contrasting dark wooden paneling with off-white furnishings, reflective surfaces, and warm lighting for a homely ambiance.

The outdoor areas have everything that the Owner and guests could desire: Several alfresco dining areas for coffee mornings, casual meals, and more formal events, plenty of places to lounge in the sunshine, a sundeck Jacuzzi, and sunbeds on the sundeck and bow.

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A beach setup is also available for guests to dine, entertain and relax in comfort on some of the world’s most spectacular and remote beaches, reached using EROS’s cruising range of up to 2,000 nautical miles.

After long days exploring the cultural wonders of the French Riviera or the dramatic volcanic landscapes found throughout the Caribbean, the 5 en-suite cabins to sleep 10 guests will provide a welcome sanctuary for sleep. They consist of: 1 Master suite, 2 double cabins, and 2 twin cabins convertible to queens. A talented crew of 7 will take care of all guest requests throughout the cruise.

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The Eros team comprises of five seasoned, professional and fun loving crew members. While they each have their own responsibilities, they work hand-in- hand to insure our guests enjoy the best vacation imaginable.

Colin Horton, Captain – Colin began his sailing career in his home, the Pacific Northwest, while he was in college. He has spent the last 10+ years working on a variety of vessels all over the world. His experience includes multiple Caribbean and Mediterranean sailing seasons, two transatlantic voyages and many super yacht regattas. Colin holds his 200-ton Near Coastal USCG Cap- train’s license. In his off time, Colin owns and maintains his own sailboat and enjoys cruising around the greater New England area. Brieanne Buckey, Chief Stew – Bri grew up on Jamestown Island across the bridge from Newport, RI, where she naturally fell in love with the ocean, and boats. After a stint in the Hawaiian islands, she moved to the Virgin Islands to be close to her first love, warm ocean waters. Drawn to the yachts in the harbor she took a job on a charter boat and has not looked back. She has rounded out her guest service experience with several years working in restaurants and hotels and truly loves to make sure Eros’s charter guests’ expectations are exceeded every minute they are on board. Bri also prides herself on her excellent mixology skills.

Heather Stout, Chef – Heather grew up in the southwest desert of Utah and migrated to the eastern coast over a decade ago, where she ended up in Maine and fell in love with classic wooden schooners, the rugged Atlantic shoreline, and the hearty New England agriculture. With over twenty years of experience in restaurants and farming, Heather knows the importance of promoting local food culture by finding and learning the expertise of farmers, ingredients, and practices from the different regions we visit. She places an emphasis on healthy and vibrant meals, and brings a clear message of sustainability and nourishment to her cuisine.

Tami Stawicki, Chief Stewardess. Tami grew up on the coast of Connecticut before moving to New York to work as an actuary. After five years, she wanted to focus on traveling and made the switch to work as a host on yachts in Croatia. After a couple of seasons and working various hospitality roles, she is excited to join the crew on Eros. In her free time, Tami enjoys reading, walking, swimming, and running.

Esteban Mogollon, First Mate – Esteban’s passion for sailing began in south Florida, where he would race his older sister in a couple lasers across Biscayne Bay. He became enchanted with classic sailboats after working on a few schooners in Newport, RI and Connecticut. Currently holding a 100-Ton Near Coastal USCG Captain’s license, he aspires to upgrade to a 200-Ton license. Beyond the sea, Esteban finds joy in woodworking, surfing, and watching fútbol.

Brieanne Buckey, Stewardess/ Deckhand- Bri grew up on Jamestown Island across the bridge from Newport, RI, where she naturally fell in love with the ocean, and boats. After a stint in the Hawaiian islands, she moved to the Virgin Islands to be close to her first love, warm ocean waters. Drawn to the yachts in the harbor she took a job on a charter boat and has not looked back. Unlike most charter crew Bri threw in a couple of interesting side gigs, commercial salmon fishing in Alaska, and earning her Coast Guard captain’s license for up to six passengers. Look out, Captain Justin. She has rounded out her guest service experience with several years working in restaurants and hotels and truly loves to make sure Eros’s charter guests’ expectations are exceeded every minute they are on board. Bri also prides herself on her excellent mixology skills.

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Main Engine: 350 hp General Motors Generators: 24 kw Northern Lights, 12 kw Northern Lights

Water Cap – 1,000 gallons per day

Water maker

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The following dishes are representative of the choices you will be offered aboard EROS.  Keep in mind that your preferences will always be taken into account and actual dishes will depend on availability of ingredients in the islands visited.  Our talented chef can usually meet your wishes!

French Toast made from bread baked aboard Omelets to order Fresh fruits with the option of yogurts and cereal Side offerings of bacon, sausage and ham Eggs Benedict Freshly baked bread Coffee, tea, juice

Roasted Butternut Squash with sausage, apple, shallot, garbanzo stuffing Salad Nicoise (using freshly caught tuna when we’re lucky) Caesar Salad with Roasted Capers and Grilled Chicken Turkey Pozole served with lettuce, avocado, radish salad and Corn Muffins Chile-Rubbed Chicken Fajitas with Sizzlin’ San Antonio Veggies Hawaiian Pork Stir Fry served in a Pinapple Boat

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Tournedos with Roasted Pepper Sauce and Avocado Butter Tropical Citrus Game Hens served with Rice and Zucchini Baked Shrimp with New Orleans Remoulade Sauce and French Potato Salad  

Key Lime Pie Chocolate Fudge Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream Banana Beach Shortcake Cold Amaretto Souffle Fresh Fruit Tart With Whipped Cream

Additionally, children-friendly menus, late night snacks, vegetarian options and special needs diets can be met.

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Luxury Sailing Yacht EROS | Timeless Elegance

Luxury sailing yacht EROS: a Historic schooner of the ages reborn as a luxury yacht....

Luxury sailing yacht EROS: a Historic schooner of the ages reborn as a luxury yacht. Sailing a large classic like EROS is pure joy for veteran and novice sailors. She heels gently under a warm, tropical breeze and accelerates to ten knots or more.

Sumptuous Staterooms

The 115-ft luxury sailing yacht EROS comfortably sleeps up to 9 guests in its four smartly furnished staterooms. Each air-conditioned room is handsomely appointed with original teak paneling and tasteful artwork.

Hatches provide natural light as well as the option for fresh air ventilation. Since a professional crew of 5 is ready to serve you, you can sit back and enjoy every vacation moment.

Here is a brief video message from the crew. They receive five-star ratings from charter guests time after time. They certainly will not disappoint you.

Luxury sailing yacht EROS offers a vacation as unique as you.

Activities on Luxury Sailing Yacht EROS

EROS offers a perfect vacation for all generations. Guests of all ages, abilities, and interests will find a wealth of activities. Some guests seek the thrill of water sports, while others enjoy the simple joy of standing at the bow and watching pods of dolphins.

The EROS crew will make recommendations and reservations for the days you venture ashore. For instance, they may find a secluded beach cove or book a zip line adventure.

Guests going ashore are given handheld VHF radios to stay in contact with the crew. Ready for pick up? Just give them a call.

On water or land, guests are never without options. EROS has all the toys and equipment necessary to enjoy activities such as:

• Sunbathing, Shade lounging. Bask in the sun or find serenity in shaded lounging spots. EROS offers a balance of radiant relaxation and cool retreats for an idyllic onboard experience.
• Fishing and Whale Watching. Cast your line for an angler’s paradise or embark on a seasonal whale-watching journey.
• Yacht sailing lesson. Learn the art of yacht sailing with expert lessons.
• Evening cocktails
• Library. Board games and card games
• Electric Piano
• 2 Bluetooth sound system; Satellite Flat Screen TV
• DVR with 1000+ movies
• Wireless high-speed internet (charges apply)

Luxury Sailing Yacht EROS | Water Toys and Activities

• Waterskiing, Wakeboarding
• Kayaking, Paddleboarding
• Snorkeling, Swimming
• Dinghy Sailing/Lessons

Charter Destinations for Luxury Sailing Yacht EROS

EROS offers an incomparable combination of rare, classic beauty, contemporary luxury, and unparalleled care at the hands of five dedicated professionals. During the summer months, EROS can be found sailing the New England waters of Newport , Nantucket , Martha’s Vineyard, and Maine .

Winter Charters and Exciting Updates

During the summer months, EROS sails the New England waters, including Newport, Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard, and Maine. However, during winter, EROS sets sail in the Caribbean, specifically the Leeward Islands and the British Virgin Islands.

Exciting updates include the addition of a new musical crew member, Jeff Connor, available for guest entertainment. Moreover, guests can now enjoy the thrill of a towable foiling board , adding to the list of onboard toys.

Luxury sailing yacht EROS also still has availability for a Christmas Charter!

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Luxury Sailing Yacht EROS charter brief: EROS (35.1m / 115’) is a custom made, luxury sailing yacht launched by English Shipyard Brooks Motor Yacht back in 1939 and as a luxury staysail schooner. Designed by nautical architect William McMeek, she is built out of composite with Burma teak over steel frames.    She carries her 185 tonnage with 9000 sq.ft of sails set up on new, 2009 installed stainless standing rigging with 22 hydraulically assisted winches and when under power at cruising speed of 9kn, has a range of 3,200nm. With stunningly restored interior, state-of-the-art technology on board, great crew and a generous array of water toys on board, EROS is a luxury crewed yacht charter boat like no other. All distinguished yacht charter clients who are looking for a formal, yet fun, relaxing and adventurous, fully customised private sailing vacation within the Mediterranean in summer and the East Caribbean in winter should give this yacht their full attention. Always kept in best condition, EROS is your first choice for de-luxe private yacht charter holidays and family vacations on board of a classic sailing yacht during 2015 and onwards. Super Sail Yacht EROS offers accommodation for 8+1 yacht charter guests in 4 en-suite cabins, with bespoke itineraries usually covering all parts of the East Caribbean including Grenadines, Windward Islands, Leeward archipelago as well as British and US Virgin Islands. Tip:   Luxury sailing yacht EROS is a beautifully restored classic schooner whose captain is one of the most experienced sailors who crossed the Atlantic 15 times and circumnavigated the globe under sail while entertaining royalty and government officials.

About Luxury Classic Sailing Yacht EROS: Luxury Crewed charter yacht EROS is one of the most luxurious classic schooner sailing yachts in the world at this moment in time.   Available for fully customised private yacht charter cruises in the East Caribbean and NEW England, she was designed for an English Lord’s daughter. Apart from genuine classic cruising offer, this fabulous super sail yacht promises luxury performance sailing as well. With her luxurious accommodations and fantastic Captain and super yacht crew, EROS is a standout among any yachts currently available for luxury crewed and private super yacht charters worldwide! Luxury sailing yacht EROS has a unique history. She was built as a schooner, a genuine classic beauty in England back in 1939. The order came from top of the establishment for the daughter and son-in-law of a British Lord. Soon after her launch, EROS was very soon commandeered by the Royal Navy to participate in the famous evacuation at Dunkirk as part of WW2 efforts. In late 1940’s she was purchased by the first man internationally known as a billionaire, Stavros Niarchos, who made her his own private floating palace and helping her become a well-known super sail yacht in the Mediterranean yachting community. Her present owners acquired her in 1992 with the latest, museum quality restoration, with no expenses spared completed only recently! During the restoration, the original hull and deck plans were removed allowing reparation or as appropriate replacement of parts of the steel structure. A total of 20,000 bronze bolts were replaced, or renewed, all used to fasten the planks to the steel. Furthermore, the piping, pumps, winches, spars, wiring, electronics and all systems on the yacht were also either replaced or where possible completely overhauled. And while her exterior makes her what she is, the interior is where the genuine connoisseurs of sailing will be at home. The original Art-Deco grandeur of a bygone era is visible throughout with varnished teak joinery, brass fittings and rich, elegant fabrics providing a homely, yet historical atmosphere. The classic nautical theme with suitable artwork plus sofas with specially chosen burgundy velvet hue compliment a first class, classic décor par excellence.

While she has been fitted with all the latest navigation, galley and engine room equipment, she is otherwise restored as she was built. With her original varnished teak joiner work and fittings she is a step back in time evoking the romance and beauty of the Art Deco era from whence she came. Accommodation: Luxury Sailing Yacht EROS can accommodate up to 8+1 guests in 4 luxuriously appointed en-suite cabins. The guests will have a total of 3 double and 1 twin cabins at their disposal, with the twin and one double also featuring additional 2 Pullman berths. The master suite is starboard and has a Queen size bed, en-suite and shower/Jacuzzi tub. Port forward cabin has a double bed, while port aft cabin has Twin upper and lower beds. One final cabin located starboard aft has a matrimonial lower bed and a twin upper bed. This set up is very flexible and enables all parties seeking a classic yacht charter with state-of-the-art facilities required for a genuine luxury crewed yacht charter experience and adventure filled, fully customized sailing vacation in the East Caribbean and most recently in NEW England. All cabins are en-suite and with their own individual air con and audio-video entertainment systems.

Super Yacht crew on board of Classic sailing yacht EROS: A graduate at the University of California Medical Centre, Dr Bill Bodle, or captain Bill as he is known by the crew of EROS, is a highly experienced sailor who circumnavigated the world under sail, visited more than 50 countries on the way across all of the Pacific, Atlantic and the Caribbean and entertained heads of state and royalty. He is one of the most experienced sailors in the charter fleets worldwide and an award winning mariner, his work was featured in a number of high profile magazines thanks to his considerable reputation as a builder and restoration man of classic schooner yachts. Amongst other achievements, he is credited with stunning restorations of super sail yachts such as NORDLYS, GRACE, PANDA and now EROS. Bill gladly shares his experiences with all yacht charter guests during regular cocktail hours and aims to form lasting relationships with all who charter one of the museum quality yachts he captains. The remaining crew on board include hard working engineer Wilson Willkom who moved to California from Philippines in 1999 before joining SY EROS and Hawaiian born Chef Joe Lovitt who previously worked as a chef to Food and Wine bar Vino Volo CEO and who is able to prepare unforgettable gourmet meals for you and your guests, taking any dietary requirements into consideration and preparing meals with only freshly sourced out food or caught fish. On top, there is also chief stewardess Susan Taylor whose parents chartered a yacht when she was a child and on which she later decided to work and the deckhand/bosun Ramon Linderman from Puerto Rico who recently joined the team in St Thomas. All have great sailing experiences behind them with a 5,000nm journey from San Francisco through the Panama channel and onto British Virgin Islands. Occasionally, the captains’ wife Grace also joins as additional or replacement crew. She has sailed across all the world’s oceans and is a 500 ton Master and 200 ton Master of Sail captain of the US Coastguard. A Paris-trained Cordon Blue chef with almost two decades of luxury crewed yacht charter experience behind her, she is a master of sails, the galley and operations on board of SY EROS like no other! De-Luxe Classic Sailing Yacht EROS charter prices: EROS super yacht charter prices start at 31,000 US$'s off-season, rise to 45,000 US$’s per week in low season, while high season prices are as high as 49,500 US$’s per week all inclusive under Caribbean terms. In some locations VAT can be charged on top and prices can be higher on special days such as NEW YEAR or during special events such as Antigua boat show or racing events such as the Buckets. Special offers, negotiated deals and last minute discounts are available on request.

Luxury motor yacht EROS is fully air conditioned throughout. This is a non-smoking vessel. EROS´s experienced super yacht charter crew of up to 5 including the captain, have a separate head and shower and companionway. Guests may not be allowed to bring pets on-board.

Luxury Sailing Yacht TENDER: Private charter yacht EROS has a 4.2m super yacht tender with 50hp outboard on board.

De-luxe Sailing Yacht itineraries: Luxury Sailing Yacht EROS is usually offering de-luxe private yacht charter cruises around the breathtaking Mediterranean coastline throughout the summer season. Her favourite luxury crewed yacht charter destinations are Turkish Lycian coast, Greek Islands, Adriatic and West South of France. During the winter, this private charter yacht is most of the time cruising in the East Mediterranean waters between the Virgin Islands and the Grenadines. One way and tandem charters in some parts of the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Atlantic and further afield may also be offered on request. Please enquire !

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Luxury Classic sailing yacht EROS (35.1m / 1151’) was launched by English shipyard Brooks Motor Crafts back in 1939.  Always kept in excellent condition, she accommodates up to 8-10 yacht charter guests sleeping in 1 Master suite, 2 VIP double cabins and 2 twin cabins, one of which is convertible into a double, both with an additional Pullman. All cabins are en-suite and feature their own audio and visual entertainment systems. There are always at least 11 super yacht crew members on board including the captain. This charter yacht mainly cruises at speeds of around 9kn and is normally offered for luxury crewed yacht charters within the Mediterranean in summer and East Caribbean in winter months. Her crew are happy to offer ONE WAY or TANDEM charters between other destinations too and on request. Thanks to her V-892 Detroit diesel super yacht engine totalling 1 x 350hp, during the right sea and wind conditions, she can reach maximum speeds of around 15.5kn. Her best features are stunning classic design in both interior as well as exterior, latest state-of-the-art facilities on board and top super yacht crew with one of the best captains in the world!

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Private charter yacht EROS has a good selection of entertainment facilities on board: This includes: - 40’’ LCD TV/blueray - Piano Clavinova by Yamaha - Deck/Cockpit Speakers are located throughout the yacht. - Wifi in port. - Extensive DVD / CD library - Various Board games, card and el. games - Master suite with a Jacuzzi - Onboard BBQ, Water maker / Icemaker Communication: - Radar - Worldwide Iridium Sat Phone - Autopilot - Marine VHF - SATCOM - GSM Mini M / Phone-Fax-E-mail - SSB radio - EchoSounder - EPIRB - Wi-Fi - Internet, Fax/copier/scanner - Magnetic Compass & Mobil VHF Radio Charter Flights: On request, we can arrange private charter flights to the closest airports, including Tortola and St Martin and for all yacht charter guests on board of EROS yacht.

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U.S. Eyes $156 Million Yacht in Dubai Linked to a Russian Oligarch

The U.S. Justice Department is taking steps to seize the Madame Gu, a 324-foot luxury yacht, but it will be diplomatically thorny.

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By Kate Kelly ,  Michael Forsythe and Julian E. Barnes

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — On a clear morning in late October, the jewel-blue hull of the Madame Gu, one of the world’s most luxurious superyachts, gleamed, its aluminum rails shimmering in the sun. Workers on the pier said they had recently seen people painting, cleaning and generally keeping the ship with its helipad and six guest staterooms in pristine condition.

In past years, such a scene would not have been noteworthy. Many superyachts come and go from Dubai’s Mina Rashid Marina, best known as the home of the Queen Elizabeth 2, the trans-Atlantic ocean liner-turned-hotel that dominates the waterfront here.

But Russia’s war in Ukraine has turned an otherwise routine tableau into a diplomatic battleground between the United States and the United Arab Emirates, an important American ally that has established itself as a safe haven for Russian money and assets out of the reach of U.S. sanctions.

The $156 million Madame Gu epitomizes the problem. In June, the United States designated the vessel, which is linked to Andrei Skoch, a Russian steel magnate and lawmaker under sanctions, as blocked property. That means the yacht cannot use American companies for its upkeep, employ U.S. citizens or even use the dollar. The Justice Department is now taking steps to seize the Madame Gu, according to people with knowledge of the plan.

But the United States can’t seize property in a sovereign nation without permission from its government. The Emirates, which has taken a friendlier position toward Moscow, is balking at cooperating with the United States to pursue oligarchs, American officials said. The Kremlin is also using oligarch-controlled companies in the Emirates to acquire war supplies that the West is trying to keep out of Russia’s reach, according to a Western official involved in the sanctions effort against Russia.

Emirati officials did not comment specifically on the Madame Gu but said in a statement that they took their role “protecting the integrity of the global financial system extremely seriously.”

A closer examination of Russian assets in the Emirates shows that even before the war in Ukraine, Dubai had become a playground for Russians with links to President Vladimir V. Putin. At least 38 businessmen or officials with ties to the Russian president own homes in Dubai that are collectively valued at more than $314 million, according to the Center for Advanced Defense Studies. Five of those owners are under U.S. sanctions.

Since the Russian invasion, Dubai has established itself as a safe haven for Russian yachts and aircraft unable to sail or fly elsewhere. After Russian jets were barred from the European Union in late February, the Emirates became the destination for 14 percent of all private flights leaving Russia, up from 3 percent before the invasion.

“It’s frustrating when you see huge assets that are sitting out there and it appears that the country is not cooperating,” said Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, Democrat of Rhode Island, referring to the Emirates. “It would be nice if there were more common cause against Putin while he’s busy shelling hospitals and schools.”

Mr. Whitehouse is sponsoring legislation that would use proceeds of the sales of seized Russian assets to help rebuild Ukraine. Senior officials at the Treasury and State Departments have also complained publicly about the situation.

U.S. officials view the presence of superyachts in places like Dubai and Bodrum, Turkey , as a symptom of wider Russian circumvention of sanctions and continued access to financial markets. Yachts have also come to symbolize the decadence of Russia’s oligarchs, especially at a time when Russian soldiers are scrounging for body armor and sleeping bags on the front lines.

Pursuing the Madame Gu

Built by the Dutch firm Feadship and put into service in 2013, the Madame Gu has a large helicopter pad on its forecastle with a hangar underneath that can double as a squash court when the chopper isn’t on board. The vessel has berthing for 36 crew members, according to one trade magazine.

Mr. Skoch, a member of Russia’s Parliament who is linked to assets worth billions of dollars, according to U.S. court filings, has had sanctions imposed on him twice by the United States, first in 2018 and then after Russia’s invasion this year. The Treasury Department has cited his “longstanding ties to Russian organized criminal groups.”

Mr. Skoch could not be reached and did not respond to messages left at his office at Parliament.

In an interview in October about the government’s broader efforts to go after the assets of oligarchs, Andrew Adams, a federal prosecutor leading the Department of Justice’s KleptoCapture task force, declined to discuss the Madame Gu. But the United States, he said, is warning companies they must not do business with individuals and assets under sanctions. The government, he said, will pursue oligarch-owned assets whose sale could be used to aid Ukraine.

“Where we know there is an asset that can potentially provide significant remuneration for Ukraine, that obviously is an attractive case to pursue,” he said.

U.S. officials are likely to use the case they made for impounding a $90 million Airbus business jet linked to Mr. Skoch in August as a blueprint for seizing the Madame Gu, said people familiar with the plan.

That means investigators will aim to show that the owner of the vessel, or the companies that have been providing services to it, have intersected with the U.S. financial system.

“If there are U.S. dollars or a U.S. nexus associated with supporting this vessel, massive enforcement actions could take place,” said Adam M. Smith, a former official overseeing sanctions at the Treasury Department. Companies that provide support to entities under sanctions could potentially face their own sanctions, said Mr. Smith, who is now a lawyer at Gibson Dunn in Washington.

This year the United States has carried out two high-profile seizures of yachts tied to Russians under sanctions, working with cooperative governments. The $300 million Amadea was taken in Fiji in May and sailed to San Diego under an American flag. In April, the United States worked with Spanish police to seize the $90 million Tango.

A Problematic Partner

Diplomatically, the Emirates has been reluctant to take a clear anti-Russian position when it comes to the war in Ukraine. Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, president of the United Arab Emirates, recently met with Mr. Putin in St. Petersburg, and the Emirati foreign minister recently hosted his Russian counterpart. Yet Sheikh Mohammed has also talked with Volodymyr Zelensky, the president of Ukraine, more than once and recently gave the country $100 million in humanitarian aid.

The United States has publicly expressed dismay over the mixed messages.

During a visit to Dubai in June, Wally Adeyemo, the U.S. deputy treasury secretary, warned of the need for vigilance and proactive steps in combating Russian evasion. That same month Barbara Leaf, the State Department’s under secretary for Near East Affairs, said at a congressional hearing that regarding the Emirates, she was “not happy at all with the record at this point” on sanctions enforcement. Mr. Adeyemo reiterated his concerns in a meeting with Emirati officials in October in Washington.

A senior State Department official said in a statement to The New York Times that the agency continues “to reinforce the importance of conducting enhanced due diligence to prevent sanctions evasion and investigating allegations of such activity” to the Emirates.

The Treasury Department declined to comment on the Madame Gu or the relationship with the Emirates.

Last month, the Treasury Department announced it had placed sanctions on an Emirates-based company, Constellation Advisors Ltd., that the American government said was operating on behalf of a nephew of another Russian oligarch, Suleiman Kerimov. Mr. Kerimov, according to American court documents, was the owner of the Amadea superyacht .

American officials are also worried the Russian government is using the Emirates to acquire military supplies for its war in Ukraine. On Nov. 15, the Treasury Department imposed sanctions on two Emirates-based transportation firms that had worked with another Iranian firm under sanctions, which in turn had helped transport drones and personnel from Iran to Russia.

Moored in Dubai

Based on a recent visit to Dubai’s Mina Rashid Marina , where the Madame Gu is moored, it is clear that international companies are playing a critical role in its care.

The Emirates-based company DP World, through its subsidiary P&O Marinas , oversees the pier where the Madame Gu is moored. Employees from another DP World subsidiary , World Security, staff the small guard box at the entrance. That makes DP World, which is owned by Dubai’s royal family, potentially vulnerable to American sanctions.

DP World “fully complies with all applicable local and national laws and intends to continue doing the same regarding the Madame Gu and other vessels utilizing our services,” said Adal Mirza, a spokesman for the company. He added that DP World had not yet heard from the United States or other countries that had placed Mr. Skoch under sanctions, including Britain and the European Union.

A generator set that dock workers said in late October was powering the Madame Gu — two container-like structures near its stern — bore the distinctive orange logo of Aggreko , a British company. The generator set was connected to the superyacht by thick cords; one of the containers was emitting grayish exhaust.

At the Mina Rashid Marina, soon after Aggreko was contacted by The Times, workers removed the generator. “Having identified that the generator was being used to power a vessel that is allegedly connected to a sanctioned person, we immediately terminated this rental and have since recovered the generator,” the company said in a statement.

Mr. Mirza, the DP World spokesman, said the Aggreko generator had been replaced with one from a local supplier.

P&O Marinas arranged for the diesel generator to provide power for the Madame Gu because that part of the pier, a holding area, has no shore-supplied electric power, said a port official in Dubai, who spoke on the condition of anonymity because he is not authorized to talk to the press.

“At the end of the day, if the U.A.E. hasn’t imposed sanctions, it’s not really their job to enforce other countries’ laws within their borders,” said Nabeel Yousef, a Washington-based partner at the law firm Freshfields, where he runs the sanctions practice. Nevertheless, “companies should not take comfort in the fact that their country has not imposed sanctions,” he added, “because even the smallest connection to the U.S. can lead to U.S. penalties.”

There has also been a notable absence onboard the Madame Gu in recent weeks: a flag. Unlike other ships moored nearby, including the Quantum Blue, a superyacht linked to the billionaire Sergei Galitsky, the Madame Gu appears to be stateless, apparently having been deflagged by the Cayman Islands.

Cayman Islands officials didn’t respond to an emailed inquiry about the ship’s status.

If DP World were to face fallout from U.S. sanctions enforcers, it wouldn’t be the first time the company has been the focus of attention in Washington. In 2006, DP World was seeking to manage some terminal operations at six American ports but dropped out of the deal after a bipartisan uproar in Congress.

Anton Troianovski contributed reporting from Turin, Italy, and Oleg Matsnev from Berlin.

Kate Kelly covers money, influence, and policy as a correspondent in the Washington bureau of the Times. Before that, she spent twenty years covering Wall Street deals, key players and their intersection with politics. She is the author of three books, including "The Education of Brett Kavanaugh." More about Kate Kelly

Michael Forsythe is a reporter on the investigations team. He was previously a correspondent in Hong Kong, covering the intersection of money and politics in China. He has also worked at Bloomberg News and is a United States Navy veteran. More about Michael Forsythe

Julian E. Barnes is a national security reporter based in Washington, covering the intelligence agencies. Before joining The Times in 2018, he wrote about security matters for The Wall Street Journal. More about Julian E. Barnes

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The United States and six other major world powers warned Iran not to provide ballistic missiles to Russia  to aid Moscow’s war against Ukraine and threatened to retaliate if it did by cutting off Iranian air travel to Europe, among other measures.

A U.N. commission said it had uncovered new evidence of widespread torture of Ukrainian prisoners  held by Russian security forces, detailing a range of what it described as Russian war crimes, including summary executions and sexual violence.

Targeting Russia’s Oil Industry: With its army short of ammunition and troops to break the deadlock on the battlefield, Kyiv has increasingly taken the fight beyond the Ukrainian border, attacking oil infrastructure deep in Russian territory .

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Meet the oligarchs: the Russian billionaires whose jets, yachts and mansions are now in the crosshairs

Some of Russia’s super rich are finding their assets in the west under threat of sanctions from the US

For a growing number of Russia’s richest and most powerful men, now would be a very bad time to take their private jets and superyachts to their mansions in the United States.

Yesterday, the White House announced it would expand the list of Russian oligarchs subject to full blocking sanctions – the highest level of restrictions – as it ramps up punishment against Russia for its invasion of Ukraine. Some of the newly named oligarchs overlapped with a list of Russian elites on whom the European Union imposed sanctions earlier this week, although there were some notable differences.

The federal government won’t just stop at freezing these targets’ assets, but will seize them, Joe Biden announced in his State of the Union address on Tuesday.

In charge of appropriating these assets will be KleptoCapture , a newly announced justice department taskforce, with support from the treasury department, FBI, IRS and other federal agencies. Under US law, the justice department may use civil forfeiture to confiscate the proceeds from foreign crimes, including corruption, when they are found in the United States.

Their efforts will complement those of a transatlantic taskforce announced over the weekend between the United States, France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom, Canada and the European Commission.

“We are joining with our European allies to find and seize your yachts, your luxury apartments, your private jets. We are coming for your ill-begotten gains,” Biden said.

The Feds may have their work cut out. US regulations are lax when it comes to requiring disclosures of real estate transactions by foreign individuals, making the country a prime destination for Russian’s uber-rich looking to snap up prime properties without scrutiny.

Other favorite toys of oligarchs like planes and boats are commonly registered through shell companies. And many of those luxury craft have begun traveling toward extradition-free territories such as the Maldives, according to Bloomberg News .

Here’s an introduction to the Russian oligarchs now joining the US sanctions list – as well as a few others who haven’t been targeted yet, but have notable US ties.

Alisher Usmanov

Russians know Alisher Usmanov as one of Vladimir Putin’s “favorite” oligarchs. The country’s richest man until 2015, Usmanov owns a majority stake in Russia’s second-largest phone network, MegFon, and a large stake in the iron and steel giant Metalloinvest.

But few Americans know that Usmanov also helped give us Facebook. The billionaire began investing in the social network in 2009, when Zuckerberg’s firm was having trouble accessing funding in the wake of the financial crisis. Usmanov ultimately poured over $900m into the firm, owning as much as 10% of the company before selling his stake in 2014 and netting himself billions. He was also a major investor in Apple, Twitter, LinkedIn, Groupon and Zynga.

Usmanov was subjected to sanctions by the EU on Monday, and on Wednesday German authorities seized his $600m megayacht , the Dilbar – which boasts the world’s largest yacht-based indoor swimming pool. On 3 March he was among those added to the sanctions list by the US. The oligarch still has a $200m private Airbus A340.

The Rotenbergs

Long before brothers Arkady and Boris Rotenberg became two of Russia’s wealthiest tycoons, they were teenage Vladimir Putin’s judo training buddies, a role they continued into adulthood. Clearly they were good at it, because after Putin became president he rewarded the brothers with the control of large state-owned enterprises and lucrative contracts, netting them a massive fortune.

The Rotenbergs have since built a huge family empire of international investments under a web of shell companies, which has made Arkady’s son Igor a billionaire in his own right. Despite Arkady and Boris getting US sanctions after Russia’s 2014 invasion of Crimea, the brothers “continued actively participating in the US art market by purchasing over $18 million in art in the months following the imposition of sanctions”, according to a US Senate report . Rotenberg-linked shell companies continued making transactions in the US financial system worth over $91m long after the sanctions, according to the report.

In addition to Arkady and Boris, Igor and five additional family members were added to the US sanctions list this week.

Igor Shuvalov

Russia’s deputy prime minister from 2008 to 2018, Igor Shuvalov is now the chairman of VEB, the Russian development bank that finances major infrastructure projects, including the Sochi Olympics. He has claimed to be one of Russia’s cleanest officials, telling media he transferred all his wealth to Russia in 2013, and only kept it offshore before that to avoid spoiling his kids . But an investigation by the anti-corruption activist Alexei Navalny found that Shuvalov, through a shell company, bought two London luxury apartments in 2014 for $11.4m and has used a secret private jet to fly his wife’s corgis around the world because, as one of his staffers explained, “it’s not that comfortable in business class”.

He won’t be able to fly his corgis as many places now that he’s on the US and EU’s sanctions lists.

Yevgeniy Prigozhin

Legend has it Yevgeniy Prigozhin began his rise to power selling hot dogs , shortly after getting released from prison for robbery. The wiener venture was apparently a smash hit, and within years he had opened high-end restaurants that counted Russia’s leader among their clientele, earning him the nickname of “Putin’s chef” and catapulting him into the inner circles of Russia’s elite.

Americans might be more familiar with another one of Prigozhin’s businesses: the Internet Research Agency, which employed a troll army that began by supporting Russia’s 2014 invasion of Crimea, before turning its efforts to influencing the 2016 US presidential election in favor of Donald Trump. Prigozhin and the Internet Research Agency were indicted by a US grand jury in 2018 for interfering with the election, and he was added to an FBI wanted list in 2021.

He’s now on both the US and EU sanctions lists for running disinformation campaigns to support Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Sergey Chemezov

A former KGB officer who befriended Vladimir Putin in the 1980s while living in the same apartment building, Sergey Chemezov rose through Russia’s public and private sector in Putin’s wake, and in 2007 was appointed as CEO of Russia’s state-owned defense giant Rostec, a position he still holds today. Chemezov was sanctioned by the US in 2014 amid Rostec’s role as a supplier for Russia’s invasion of Crimea, and Washington is targeting him again, now with his family members.

According to investigative reports and allegations from the jailed activist Alexei Navalny, Chemezov’s relatives have used shell companies to accumulate eye-watering assets , including superyachts and luxury villas around the world. But Chemezov says he’s clean, telling Russian media in 2019: “I do not accumulate wealth. I don’t stuff money in the corners. I don’t have yachts or airplanes.”

Nikolai Tokarev

Another former KGB officer who served alongside Putin and Chemezov, Nikolai Tokarev took over former Soviet state assets as Putin built his political power, and in 2007 became the head of the state-controlled oil giant Transneft. The oligarch has used his position at Transneft to build a business and real estate empire, which reportedly includes sponsoring an extremely fancy palace that’s said to be personally used by Putin. Tokarev was hit by US and EU sanctions this week.

Vladimir Potanin

Reportedly the second richest man in Russia, the banker, metals mining tycoon and former deputy prime minister Vladimir Potanin was among a small circle of oligarchs who met with Putin last week as the invasion of Ukraine began.

Potanin has played a big role in American arts: he has been a board member of New York’s Guggenheim Museum for two decades, until he stepped down on Wednesday. He has also given millions to the Kennedy Center in Washington, which carved his name into a wall. He is also known to have owned property in New York City , which came to light during a divorce fight that could cost him $7bn.

Potanin isn’t currently under US sanctions, which is good news for his three megayachts and two private jets (that we know about).

Leonid Mikhelson

Russia’s richest man in 2016, Leonid Mikhelson is the founder and chairman of natural gas producer Novatek, a close friend of Putin’s, and a business partner of Gennady Timchenko, a billionaire who has been under US sanctions since 2014.

Mikhelson loves art: along with his $200m art collection, he was on the board of trustees at New York’s New Museum from 2013 to 2017, and has sponsored exhibitions at the Art Institute of Chicago and London’s Tate Modern. His ostentatious superyacht, the Pacific, can reportedly accommodate two helicopters.

But his other assets may be harder to trace. In 2017, the Panama Papers revealed that Mikhelson had used an intricate system of shell companies to secretly register a $65m Gulfstream private jet in the United States, which in most cases requires US citizenship or permanent residency.

The tycoon is not currently subject to sanctions, though his company Novatek is.

Petr Aven is the head of Alfa Group, a commercial bank subject to US sanctions that helped him amass an estimated $5.5bn fortune. A well-known collector of classical Russian paintings, Aven has lent works from his collection – reportedly worth $200m – to New York’s Museum of Modern Art and the Neue Galerie. Aven reportedly has never bought a plane or yacht, and told the FT “all my money goes in to art.” That is, of course, if you don’t count the millions he spent transforming an 8.5-acre plot in England into a “KGB-proof” mansion , complete with a bomb-proof panic room.

Last year, Aven filed a libel lawsuit against HarperCollins for a book it published about Vladimir Putin’s rise, Putin’s People.

Aven was sanctioned on Monday by the EU, which described him as “one of Vladimir Putin’s closest oligarchs” and one of “approximately 50 wealthy Russian businessmen who regularly meet with Vladimir Putin in the Kremlin”. He has not yet been placed under sanctions by the US or UK.

Mikhail Fridman

Petr Aven’s business partner, Mikhail Fridman, is Alfa Group’s founder and a Ukrainian-born Russian oligarch. Fridman has made substantial investments in the United States, which include spending a reported $1bn in 2011 to buy up distressed properties across the east coast, telling the Wall Street Journal at the time, “The American market is the most well-regulated and liquid market in the world. It has the best protection for investor rights.”

Through Fridman’s investment group, LetterOne, the billionaire also sank $200m into Uber , and $50m into the telecom startup FreedomPop. Fridman also caused a stir in 2018 when he spoke alongside Aven at a closed-door dinner hosted by the Atlantic Council, a major US foreign policy thinktank, in what critics saw as an unofficial Kremlin mission to protest against US sanctions.

Last week, Fridman became one of the first oligarchs to speak out against the invasion of Ukraine, calling it a “tragedy” and writing that “war can never be the answer.” Nonetheless, Fridman was subjected to sanctions on Monday by the EU, which named him as “a top Russian financier and enabler of Putin’s inner circle”. Like Aven, he has not yet been placed under sanctions by the US or UK.

The oligarch has a son, Alexander, who is reportedly attending NYU’s Stern business school, after a stint in Moscow selling hookah .

Alexei Mordashov

Currently Russia’s richest man, Alexei Mordashov owns a third of Tui, Europe’s biggest tourism firm, and gained his billions as the chief executive of Russia’s largest steel and mining firm, Severstal. He is also a large shareholder of the Bank of Rossiya, which has opened up branches across Russia-occupied Ukrainian territory in recent years.

Over the last two decades, the billionaire has also poured money into the United States, investing heavily through Severstal in steel companies in the midwest before selling them for $2.3bn in 2014.

Mordashov has been hit with sanctions by the EU, but the US hasn’t taken action yet. They would be interested in his Bombardier Global 6000 private jet and multiple superyachts, including the $500m Nord, which Senator Bernie Sanders noted on Tuesday had been “sailing in the Seychelles region for more than 10 days” in a Twitter thread about Russian offshore wealth.

Roman Abramovich

Roman Abramovich, the longtime owner of Chelsea FC, has been described by a member of the UK parliament as a “ key enabler ” of Putin’s regime, which Abramovich has long denied. An orphan raised by his grandparents in Siberia, Abramovich pulled himself up by his bootstraps the old-fashioned way: wriggling into the inner circles of government and then profiting hugely by selling previously state-owned assets that he acquired after the fall of the Soviet Union.

The billionaire owns one of the world’s most outlandish yachts, complete with an onboard submarine and three helicopters. He has also owned a number of ultra-expensive properties in the United States, including a trio of buildings in New York City’s Upper East Side worth more than $90m combined, which he transferred to his third wife, Darya Zhukova, in 2018.

Abramovich is not currently under western sanctions. Earlier, the British prime minister, Boris Johnson, told the House of Commons that Abramovich was “already facing sanctions” though later said he “misspoke”.

This article was amended on 7 March 2022 to clarify that Leonid Mikhelson was on the New Museum’s board from from 2013 to 2017

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