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KATARA Yacht – The Extravagant $400 Million Superyacht

At a length of 124 meters (408 ft) the KATARA yacht is currently considered the 23rd biggest yacht in the world.

However, if measured by volume she would rank even higher with space for somewhere between 28 to 35 guests as well as 60 to 90 crew members.

This stunning vessel represents one of the big mysteries of the yachting world as not much is known about her interior and exact specifications.

However, with the size of a small cruise ship the interior of this mega yacht is most likely filled with lavish luxuries.

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The exact setup and interior remain unknown to the public. However, she is rumored to have a large beach club, multiple gyms, a beauty salon, elevators, and several pools onboard.

Her main saloon appears to stretch across two floors and is thought to be the largest room on the vessel.

Fourteen cabins for an estimated of 28 to 35 guests are available on board although the exact layout and setup of the yacht remain unknown.

The small number of photos depicting the interior suggests it has a traditional design with classic charm.

High-end marble with golden accents is complemented by beige furnishings and warm wooden tones throughout the vessel.

The interior was composed by the Parisian interior designer Alberto Pinto who passed away only two years after the yacht set sail for the first time.

His work specialized in motor yachts, jets, and luxury hotels and the KATARA yacht became one of his most well-known projects.

Specifications

The KATARA yacht has a length of 124 meters (408 ft) and an impressive 19-meter (62.5 ft) beam making her one of the largest superyachts in the world.

She is built from steel and aluminum and her name is thought to either stand for festivities or the Arabic name for a water droplet.

She sails under the Qatari flag and her home port lies in the capital Doha although she was built in Hamburg, Germany.

At 7922 gross tons, she is a very large vessel that would normally pass for a smaller cruise ship.

However, with space for only an estimated of 28 to 35 guests, there is a plethora of space on board for luxury facilities.

The four radar domes are arguably her most recognizable feature and she has been spotted in ports around the world including the United Kingdom, Montenegro, the Caribbean as well as the United States.

With speeds of up to 20 knots, she is by no means as slow as her impressive size might suggest. Powered by dynamic MTU engines she can reach a range of up to 5,000 nautical miles.

She has an estimated price tag of US $400 million with an additional $25 to 40 million in annual running costs.

The exterior of the KATARA yacht was designed by Espen Øino one of the most well-known naval architects and superyacht designers of all time.

Although she wasn’t his largest vessel when considering length, she was one of the largest in volume at 7922 gross tons.

Despite her size, she has a distinct lack of outdoor space with most of her decks being covered, possibly for privacy reasons.

The bow is one of the few spaces on her with an open-air deck that includes seating and dining areas but no pool.

While rumored to have several pools and jacuzzis on board all of them appear to be located either inside or in covered areas.

Only on the upper deck, a small jacuzzi can be seen which is located under a large awning.

On the stern of the vessel, a large helipad is located which is serviced by a Eurocopter with the registration A7-HMD.

Depending on the configuration this aircraft can carry up to 13 passengers plus crew. This version of the Eurocopter 155 was specially modified for performance in hot climates and high altitudes.

This gorgeous vessel is equipped with a high-end underwater lighting system making her an even more impressive sight at night.

Toys and equipment

As is the case with the interior not much is known about the exact equipment and toys that this yacht carries. She is said to have at least five jet skis as well as several water bobs.

She carries at least four small tenders as well as being accompanied by a larger chase boat named KATARA II.

This vessel is estimated to have a length of 20 m with three guest cabins which are able to host a further six guests plus two crew. Her top speed is 40 knots.

She is equipped with a modern stabilizer system which provides her guests with high levels of comfort when at anchor or at sea.

Due to the large helipad on board, her owners are able to board with complete privacy which appears to be one of her most appreciated features.

Additional information

When she was launched in 2010 she was one of the largest superyachts in the world. During her construction with Lurssen Yachts in Hamburg, she was known under the secretive name Project Crystal .

Over the course of the past eleven years, she has slipped in the rankings but remains one of the 65 yachts in the world over 100 meters in length that are in operation today.

In 2016 there was a small fire in the engine room while she was in port in Montenegro. While the fire was minor and could be extinguished in less than 15 minutes she was still sent to Lurssen Yachts in Hamburg for renovation works on the interior.

This vessel is currently in private ownership and is therefore not available for sale or charter.

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At 124 metres long, the yacht KATARA offers extraordinary volumes. She received an exterior design by Espen Øino and luxurious interior styling by Alberto Pinto. She grabbed headlines as one of the largest yachts in the world at her launch in 2010.

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KATARA III is a 31.28 m Motor Yacht, built in Italy by Baia and delivered in 2011. She is one of 6 One Hundred models.

Her top speed is 50.0 kn, her cruising speed is 45.0 kn, and she boasts a maximum cruising range of 500.0 nm at 37.0 kn, with power coming from three MTU diesel engines. She can accommodate up to 10 guests in 4 staterooms, with 6 crew members waiting on their every need. She has a gross tonnage of 153.0 GT and a 7.34 m beam.

She was designed by Carlo Galeazzi , who also designed the interior. Carlo Galeazzi has designed 44 yachts and designed the interior of 311 yachts for yachts above 24 metres.

The naval architecture was developed by Baia , who has architected 27 other superyachts in the BOAT Pro database - she is built with a Teak deck, a GRP hull, and GRP superstructure.

KATARA III is in the top 5% by speed in the world. She is one of 2082 motor yachts in the 30-35m size range, and, compared to similarly sized motor yachts, her cruising speed is 24.92 kn above the average, and her top speed 26.2 kn above the average.

Specifications

• Name: KATARA III
• Yacht Type: Motor Yacht
• Yacht Subtype: Sports/Open Motor Yacht , Planing Fast Yacht
• Model: One Hundred
• Builder: Baia
• Naval Architect: Baia
• Exterior Designer: Carlo Galeazzi
• Interior Designer: Carlo Galeazzi

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Motor Yacht

Katara III is a semi-custom motor yacht launched in 2011 by Baia Yachts, in Italy.

Cantieri di Baia has been responsible for constructing small-range, high performance semi-custom yachts since its inception in 1961 and boasts a current fleet of fast express cruisers up to 25 metres in length.

Katara III measures 31.00 feet in length, with a max draft of 1.20 feet and a beam of 7.35 feet.

Katara III has a GRP hull with a GRP superstructure.

Katara III also features naval architecture by Baia Yachts.

Katara III is a semi-custom Baia One Hundred model.

Performance and Capabilities

Katara III has a top speed of 50.00 knots and a cruising speed of 45.00 knots. She is powered by a twin screw propulsion system.

Katara III has a fuel capacity of 9,000 litres, and a water capacity of 1,380 litres.

Accommodation

Katara III accommodates up to 10 guests in 5 cabins. She also houses room for up to 6 crew members.

Other Specifications

Katara III has a hull NB of 100/05.

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Yacht sinks after latest incident involving orcas in strait of Gibraltar

Vessel measuring 15 metres in length sank after encounter with the animals, Spain’s maritime rescue service reports

An unknown number of orcas have sunk a yacht after ramming it in Moroccan waters in the strait of Gibraltar, Spain’s maritime rescue service has said, in the latest in a series of similar incidents involving the animals.

The vessel, Alboran Cognac, which measured 15 metres (49ft) in length and carried two people, encountered the highly social apex predators, also known as killer whales, at 9am local time on Sunday.

The passengers reported feeling sudden blows to the hull and rudder before the boat started taking on water. After alerting the rescue services, a nearby oil tanker took them onboard and transported them to Gibraltar. The yacht was left adrift and eventually sank.

The incident is the latest example of recurring orca rammings around the Gibraltar strait that separates Europe from Africa and off the Atlantic coast of Portugal and north-western Spain. Experts believe them to involve a subpopulation of about 15 individuals given the designation “Gladis”.

According to the research group GT Atlantic Orca, which tracks populations of the Iberian orca sub-species, there have been nearly 700 interactions since orca attacks on ships in the region were first reported in May 2020.

Researchers are unsure about the causes for the behaviour, but theories include that it is a playful manifestation of the mammals’ curiosity, a social fad or the intentional targeting of what they perceive as competitors for their favourite prey, the local bluefin tuna.

Although known as killer whales, endangered orcas are part of the dolphin family. They can measure up to 8 metres in length and weigh up to 6 tonnes as adults.

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31m  /  101'8 | baia yachts | 2011.

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Special Features:

• Interior design from Carlo Galeazzi
• Cruising speed of 45 knots
• Sleeps 10 overnight
• Able to access shallow bays and coves

The 31m/101'8" open yacht 'Katara III' was built by Baia Yachts in Italy at their Baia shipyard. Her interior is styled by Italian designer design house Carlo Galeazzi and she was delivered to her owner in July 2011. This luxury vessel's exterior design is the work of Carlo Galeazzi.

Guest Accommodation

She is also capable of carrying up to 6 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience.

Range & Performance

Built with a GRP hull and GRP superstructure, she has impressive speed and great efficiency thanks to her planing hull. Katara III comfortably cruises at 45 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 50 knots. Her low draft of 1.2m/3'11" makes her primed for accessing shallow areas and cruising close to the shorelines. Her water tanks store around 1,380 Litres of fresh water.

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