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The best photos of 142m Lürssen superyacht Nord

The 142 metre Lürssen superyacht Nord is one of the largest and most secretive superyachts completed in 2021 . When she hit the water she joined the exclusive club of 100m+ superyachts and has swiftly become a favourite among yacht spotters and enthusiasts alike. We take a closer look at Lürssen's mega build...

Nord's helidecks

Nord is home to two helicopter landing pads allowing guests to come and go as they please in total privacy. The first can be found on the bridge deck aft with a retractable hangar that can concertina into the superstructure when not in use; a second larger helipad is positioned on the bow. 

Nord in the Indian Ocean

Nord has already racked up some serious mileage since her delivery in Feburary 2021. She departed Gibraltar in April and headed straight to the Caribbean to catch the last of the winter cruising season. After a brief stay back at the Lürssen shipyard she spent summer cruising the Mediterranean before heading down through the Suez Canal and into the Indian Ocean.

If her champagne-tinted hull wasn't enough to make this vessel stand out, its nameplate certainly makes sure people know Nord is in town. Its unusual flared bow starts to square off as it meets the foredeck, which allows for a nameplate to be emblazoned across the front (and it even lights up at night).

Nord on the move

Nord was pictured here on sea trials under her build name Project Opus. The North Sea is a rite of passage for superyachts leaving the Lürssen shipyard and Nord was no exception.

Designed by Italian design studio Nuvolari Lenard , Nord features a total of six decks, which can all be seen clearly here. Speaking about the superyacht, studio co-founder Dan Lenard previously described Nord as "a warship wearing a tuxedo". The yacht is specifically intended for long-range cruising and global exploration.

Nord at dusk

In some lights, Nord's distinct hull colour seems to turn to gold with turquoise LEDs illuminating her nameplates and accents of the superstructure. 

Nord at night

Nord's aft name plate lights up as night falls, while bright lighting illuminates the decks. One of Nord's fleet of tenders, the largest of which measures 15 metres, can also be seen here moored to the stern of the yacht. 

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141.63m  /  464'8 | lurssen | 2021.

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Special Features:

• Elevator for convenient access
• Multi-award winning
• Well-appointed wellness zone, including beach club and beauty salon
• State-of-the-art cinema
• Generous pool

The multi-award winning 141.63m/464'8" expedition yacht 'Nord' was built by Lurssen in Germany at their Bremen shipyard. Her interior is styled by Italian designer design house Nuvolari Lenard and she was delivered to her owner in February 2021. This luxury vessel's exterior design is the work of Nuvolari Lenard.

Guest Accommodation

Nord has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 36 guests in 20 suites. She is also capable of carrying up to 42 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience.

Onboard Comfort & Entertainment

Her features include a beauty salon, movie theatre, beauty salon, elevator, underwater lights, beach club, gym and air conditioning.

Range & Performance

Nord is built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, with teak decks. Powered by 4 x diesel MTU (20V 4000M 93L) 20-cylinder 5,765hp engines running at 2100rpm, she comfortably cruises at 15 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 20 knots. Nord features at-anchor stabilizers providing exceptional comfort levels. Her water tanks store around 100,000 Litres of fresh water. She was built to Lloyds Register PYC classification society rules.

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Nord Awards & Nominations

• Robb Report 2021 Gigayacht Winner
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Weit mehr als eine Superyacht: Die brandneue "Nord" liegt vor Mallorca

Das bei bremen erbaute 142 meter lange private kreuzfahrtschiff gehört dem hauptaktionär der tui.

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Die "Nord" vor der Küste bei Puerto Portals. Foto: Estela Superyacht Agency

Die brandneue Gigayacht "Nord" liegt seit Mittwoch (3.3.) vor Mallorca . Der Wert dieser erst vor wenigen Wochen im Auftrag eines russischen Multimilliardärs vom Stapel gelaufenen Yacht wird auf bis zu 500 Millionen Euro geschätzt. Die Jungfernfahrt führte das schwimmende Luxusobjekt zum Hafen in Puerto Banús (Marbella). Anschließend legte das Schiff einen Zwischenstopp in Cartagena ein, um nach Mallorca überzusetzen.

Die "Nord" gilt zwar als Yacht, für die Yachten mit über 100 Metern Länge hat sich die Fachwelt aber das Attribut Gigayacht reserviert, um sie von den Superyachten oder schnöden Luxusyachten zu unterscheiden. Die Dimensionen erinnern an ein Kreuzfahrtschiff : 142 Meter Länge und 21 Meter Breite erlauben eine großzügige Ausgestaltung an Bord.

Die Werft Lürssen stellte die "Nord" Ende 2020 fertig. Das Innen- und Außendesign stammt vom italienischen Unternehmen Nuvolari Lenard. An Bord gibt es 36 Luxus-Suiten . Von außen gut zu erkennen ist auch der Hubschrauber-Landeplatz.

Nur knapp über dem Meeresspiegel gibt es auf dem Schiff einen großen Beachclub. Ein eigenes Theater und Kino , der Spa, die Sauna, das Fitnesscenter und selbstverständlich ein großes Schwimmbad gehören zu den Annehmlichkeiten, die dem Eigentümer und seinen Gäste das Leben an Bord verschönern. Für kleine Yachten, die zu Besuch kommen, verfügt die "Nord" über eine Art Yacht-Garage . Trotz der Größe kommt das Schiff auf eine Reisegeschwindigkeit von 15 Knoten. Die Höchstgeschwindigkeit liegt bei 20 Knoten.

Ob auch der Besitzer an Bord ist, der russische Magnat Alexei Alexandrowitsch Mordaschow , wurde zunächst nicht bekannt. Mordaschows Unternehmen Severstal ist einer der größten Stahlproduzenten der Welt und beliefert unter anderem die deutsche Autoindustrie. Der Familie Mordaschow gehörte Ende Dezember 25 Prozent des mit Milliarden Staatshilfen geretteten deutschen Reiseveranstalters Tui . Er sitzt dort im Aufsichtsrat und plant einen weiteren Ausbau seiner Anteile. Das Wirtschaftsmagazin "Forbes" schätzte sein Vermögen im Jahr 2018 auf 20,5 Milliarden US-Dollar.

• Luxusyachten vor Mallorca

In den Gewässern rund um Mallorca sind regelmäßig die größten und prunkvollsten Yachten der Welt zu sehen. Die Saison beginnt in der Regel im Frühjahr und reicht bist spät in den Herbst. Die Dimensionen machen teilweise den Kreuzfahrtschiffen Konkurrenz. In Sachen Luxus spielen sie freilich in einer anderen Liga. Einen Überblick über die Schiffe, die in den vergangenen Monaten vor Mallorca zu sehen waren, finden Sie hier . /tg

Wer eine Vorstellung vom Bau der "Nord" bekommen will, kann sich das von der Lürssen-Werft bei Bremen veröffentlichte Zeitraffer-Video anschauen.

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Nord Yacht: An Insider’s Guide

The Nord yacht was known as Project OPUS when it was still being built. It is one of the largest yachts in the world and was launched back in 2021. Like many yachts in the last year this was the target of international investigations and sanctions. However, unlike some other vessels, Nord managed to elude authorities and return to Russian waters. As such it has not been seized and no sanctions have been imposed against its owner insofar as the yacht is concerned.

According to reports, the owner was aware that a potential seizure was imminent where the boat was docked in the Seychelles. To avoid sanctions, a staggering $465,000 worth of fuel was pumped into the vessel before it set sail to Vladivostok in Russia. The non-stop journey was undertaken at full speed and covered 6,701 nautical miles which is pretty amazing. In order to make this work, the yacht had to shut off its mandatory location responders to evade notice by authorities.

Since that time, it has ventured out again and has been seen in Hong Kong, South Korea, the Maldives and, in 2023, it returned to the Seychelles.

Nord is one of the most expensive yachts ever built and features a vast array of features and amenities designed to give passengers a full luxury experience at sea.

Who is the Nord Yacht Owner?

The Nord is owned by Russian billionaire Alexei Mordashov (sometimes spelled Alexey Mordashov). Mordashov is the chairman and largest shareholder of Russia’s biggest steel and mining company Severstal. Though there are a number of billionaires in Russia, Mordashov ranks first if his family wealth is included. His fortune is estimated to be around $30 billion. 

How Big is the Nord Yacht?

The Nord is an absolutely massive 466 feet in length, making it one of the largest yachts in the world . The beam of the vessel measures in at 64 feet while the displacement is 9,250 gross tons. It features a 17.7 foot draft and has the capacity to handle up to 36 guests at one time. 

How Fast is the Nord and What Engines Does it Use?

Sources actually don’t agree on the internal working of the Nord. Lurssen, the yacht builder, does list the vessel’s speed at 18 knots which is actually in contrast to what other sources say which come in both higher and lower though they don’t specify cruising or maximum speed.

On the low end, cruising speed is listed at 15 knots. On the high end, maximum speed is listed at 20 knots. But, with Lurssen saying 18 knots, you have to take their word that it’s one or the other making either the 15 or the 20 incorrect.

Also interesting is that there is some disagreement as to whether the yacht has 2 or 4 MTU engines. It is generally agreed, however, that the Nord is working with 4,963hp MTU (20V 4000 M73L) diesel engines.

How Much Did the Nord Yacht Cost?

When the yacht was registered in the Cayman Islands the value was listed at $300 million. However, it’s also believed that this number is a bit of an undervaluation and the actual value of the yacht is somewhere around $500 million. If that higher number is true then the Nord ranks among the top ten most expensive yachts in the whole world.

It’s been estimated that annual running costs to handle all the fuel and crew salaries as well as upkeep and general costs are between $40 million and $50 million. Despite the high costs, the vessel is not a part of any yacht charter fleet and can’t be rented out if you’re in the market for a week on a luxury yacht.

Design and Features of the Yacht Nord

Superyacht Nord was designed by German yacht makers Lurssen back in 2021. The exterior and interior design of the yacht were handled by Italian design studio Nuvolari & Lenard. Like most yachts of its size it has a steel hull, teak decks and an aluminum superstructure. 

It’s been said that the yacht was designed for exploration and long-range cruising. One of the designers said it’s a warship wearing a tuxedo, if that helps give you an idea of what the boat is like. 

The bow is flattered at the front and features a massive nameplate which actually lights up at night. Some Russian billionaires are a bit sheepish about publicity and being seen but Nord wants to be seen and makes sure everyone notices it. Even the choice of paint, avoiding the typical white and going with champagne and deep blue accents plus blue lights, draws attention to every aspect of the yacht. 

Amenities and Features

The motor yacht Nord has a prominent helipad located at the bow of the vessel and a very large pool located aft above the beach club. There’s also a second helipad and even a helicopter hangar on board. The hangar closes over the second helipad which is located on the top deck and is built into the main mast of the vessel.

A total of 36 guests can be accommodated in 20 cabins while there is also room for a crew of 50 on board.  There are two elevators to help navigate the vessel’s six decks as well as some of the standard amenities you’d expect guests to be able to enjoy on a luxury yacht. These include:

• A fully equipped gym
• A beauty salon
• A tender garage which houses several tenders as well as a variety of toys and water vehicles
• A large beach club
• Massive dining hall and bar area

No pictures of the interior of the yacht have been made public so, as bold as the exterior looks, the interior details are still mostly under wraps.

The Bottom Line

Nord is owned by Russian billionaire Alexei Mordashov. The estimated cost of the vessel is a steep $500 million. The yacht is one of the largest in the world at 466 feet in length. It can reach speeds of 18 knots and has space for as many as 36 guests with a crew of 50.

Like many Russian-owned yachts, the Nord was almost seized in 2020 as a result of sanctions against Russian oligarchs as a result of the war in Ukraine. However, the vessel was able to elude authorities and was last seen in the Seychelles

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The 141.6-metre Nord was designed with one idea in mind: she must cause strong emotions in every observer, not only through her sheer size, but with the design itself. Responsible for her stunning exterior and interior design is the Italian design studio Nuvolari-Lenard, who have given Nord her striking appearance with a bow design never before seen on a yacht. The 2021 delivered yacht Nord has implemented an exhaust after treatment system, which consists of the combination of a silencer with a selective catalytic reduction in the same casing, which can achieve a cleaning rate up to 97 % of nitrogen and additional reduction of acoustic noise – a Lürssen development.

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Finogenov & Ors v Russia

Forum: European Court of Human Rights INTERIGHTS’ role: Third party interveners Keywords: Life, Health

European Court Finds Russia Violated Hostages’ Right to Life During Moscow Theatre Siege Crisis Which Killed Over 129

The European Court of Human Rights today found that Russia failed to adequately plan and conduct the rescue of the victims of the ‘Nord Ost’ hostage crisis in October 2002. Russia was also found at fault for subsequently failing to conduct an effective investigation into the rescue operation, and the Court awarded compensations ranging between 8,000 and 66,000 Euros to 64 claimants. INTERIGHTS, together with the International Commission of Jurists, submitted written comments to the Court in the case.

The case relates to the siege at the Nord Ost theatre in Moscow in 2002 and the subsequent rescue operation in which, according to official records, some 129 hostages were killed. In order to end the siege, Russian authorities pumped an unknown gas into the theatre before storming it. The applicants claimed that the gas killed not only the hostage takers, but a large number of hostages, and that no adequate medical assistance was provided to the hostages in the aftermath of the operation. The 64 applicants in the case, who include surviving hostages as well as relatives of people who died during the siege, complained to the European Court about disproportionate use of force by the security forces, the lack of adequate medical assistance to the hostages after the evacuation from the theatre, and the failure to conduct an effective investigation into the events.

Today’s case raises significant issues regarding the conduct of law-enforcement operations and counter-terrorism operations which are of great practical relevance. The European Court’s judgment reaffirms the obligation on states to plan and control their counter-terrorist operations so as to minimise, to the greatest extent possible, recourse to lethal force and human losses, and to take all feasible precautions in the choice of means and methods of operation. The Court confirmed that security operations must be authorised under national law, which needs to provide sufficient regulations and a system of adequate and effective safeguards against arbitrariness and abuse of force, and against avoidable accidents.

The Court concluded that the rescue and evacuation plan was flawed, as it did not provide for a centralised coordination at the site; it did not contain instructions regarding exchange of information about the condition of individual victims between different rescue services or regarding priorities for the medics; and there was a lack of provision for medical assistance on the buses used for transportation of victims to hospital and no clear plan for the distribution of victims amongst various hospitals.

The Court recognised the need to keep certain aspects of the security operation secret, but criticised the Russian authorities for not having given information about the potentially lethal gas and the treatment to be employed to the rescue workers and medics before, or at least immediately after, its use. It further held that the authorities unduly delayed the mass evacuation of hostages from the theatre for over an hour, that there was a lack of appropriate medical treatment and equipment on the site, and that the logistics were inadequate. On the basis of these conclusions, the Court found that Russia violated the 64 applicants’ right to life under the European Convention on Human Rights.

The Court however disagreed with the claim that the toxic gas was a lethal weapon used indiscriminately against both terrorists and innocent hostages. It upheld its well-established principle that the use of indiscriminate weapons in counter-terrorist operations is not compatible with the standard of care required in operations involving use of lethal force by state agents, but found that the use of the gas during the raid of the theatre was not a disproportionate measure in the circumstances of the siege.

INTERIGHTS’ and the International Commissions of Jurists’ joint intervention addressed the duty to plan and carry out a counter-terrorist operation so that any use of lethal force will be absolutely necessary and proportionate, and the application of these standards in the particular context of a hostage situation. The intervention contained an analysis of international and comparative standards and practice, with reference to relevant jurisprudence of other international and regional human rights tribunals and of international criminal tribunals. The text of the intervention can be accessed here .

Vesselina Vandova, Senior Lawyer at INTERIGHTS, said: “Today’s judgment affirms the obligation of states to plan and conduct their law enforcement and security operations in such a way that they ensure maximum protection of the right to life. People held as hostages are particularly vulnerable, and the authorities must take all reasonable steps to protect their life and health.”

For further information please contact Vesselina Vandova on .

Judgment of the European Court of Human Rights INTERIGHTS' Third Party Intervention