Eclipse is the largest private yacht in the world. And the translation of the name into Russian (eclipse) fully confirms this. But most often this ship is called the “Abramovich’s yacht”, as it was made specifically by order of this famous billionaire. The first launch took place in Hamburg in mid-2009. The dimensions of the ship are truly fantastic: 170 meters in length and 22 meters in width.
Equipment and protection
Abramovich’s yacht is equipped with 9 decks, 2 helipads, 4 pleasure boats, 20 scooters and a 12-seater submarine. Design reliability and protective qualities are no less unique. Eclipse has a special anti-ballistic defense system, cutting-edge motion sensors, satellite systems and bulletproof glass. In addition, she has a laser protection that emits light rays that interfere with paparazzi and intrusive observers. Therefore, it is very difficult to take a photo of Abramovich’s yacht inside and outside the ship. At the highest level and the cultural aspect of equipment. Abramovich’s yacht is equipped with an exhibition hall, a cinema, a theater stage and a stylish disco club. In addition, the ship has a gymnasium, 3 dining rooms, a sauna, a steam room, a hot tub, an aquarium, a pool and even a medical clinic. But that is not all that can strike Abramovich’s yacht, whose photos are full of luxury magazines. Inside the vessel is a well-maintained wine cellar, creating the necessary level of humidity and temperature for elite wines and other alcoholic beverages. Chefs of two kitchens prepare only exclusive dishes for visitors to the yacht and its owner. There are separate rooms for staff, designed for 100 people. This is a ship's crew, bodyguards, pilots and other servants. Admiral's cabin with an area of ​​500 square meters. m is equipped with a stage with a piano, and guest apartments can accommodate 30 people. In the 56-meter deck of the owner of the yacht, the ceiling is equipped with a sliding system that allows you to contemplate the heavenly beauties. According to the latest data, Abramovich’s yacht costs about half a million euros.
Past acquisitions
In fact, Eclipse is already the 8th businessman’s yacht. Briefly talk about the previous seven. The first two yachts (one million dollars each) Abramovich bought from Boris Berezovsky in 1999, but little is known about them. In 2002, the businessman again acquired a pair of yachts: Sussuro and Le Grand Bleu. Subsequently, he sold the first, and gave the second to business partner Eugene Shvidler. The reason for this gift was the help in buying the Chelsea club. In 2003, for one customer from the Emirates, a Pelorus yacht was built with two engines of 5300 liters each. from. Roman Arkadevich bought it for almost $ 130 million. Without refueling, the ship could travel about 10,000 km. In terms of functionality, it was very similar to Eclipse. The year 2004 was marked by the purchase of Ecstasea with 4 diesel engines and a gas turbine unit from General Electric. This installation launched a water cannon that pushed the yacht and allowed her to reach maximum speed (66 km / h).
In 2009, a 115-meter expeditionary vessel Luna was completed for a businessman in Germany. On it you can go on long trips, not really worrying about the supply of fuel and food. The billionaire now owns two yachts: Luna and Eclipse described in this article.