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Princess yachts - $384.6 million, heesen yachts - $450 million, feadship - $488.8 million, sunseeker international - $543.1 million, sanlorenzo - $650 million, ferretti group - $1.2 billion, azimut-benetti group - $1.3 billion, lürssen -$2 billion.

The yachting industry has experienced significant growth over the past few years, with an increasing number of individuals seeking the luxury and freedom of owning a yacht . As a result, yacht companies have been striving to meet the demand by producing innovative and luxurious vessels that cater to the needs of their premium and exclusive clientele. These companies have managed to create a strong brand presence in the market and demonstrated their commitment to excellence in design, craftsmanship, and customer service.

Most of the biggest yacht companies in the world are based in and around Europe, including giants like Ferretti Group, Lürssen, and Feadship.

Princess Yachts is a luxury yacht manufacturer based in Plymouth, England. The company was founded in 1965 and has since become one of the leading yacht builders in the world. Princess Yachts offers a range of products, including flybridge yachts, V-class sports yachts, and M-class superyachts. In 2021, Princess Yachts reported an annual turnover of $384.6 Million, as per Global Database . With a strong reputation for excellence and a commitment to innovation, Princess Yachts continues to be a top choice for discerning yacht buyers around the globe.

Heesen Yachts is a Dutch yacht manufacturer founded in 1978, known for its innovative designs, advanced technology, and exceptional craftsmanship. With a valuation of $450 million, Heesen Yachts ranks sixth among the most successful yacht companies globally. The company's dedication to quality, innovation, and attention to detail has made it a favorite among yacht enthusiasts.

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Feadship is a Dutch yacht manufacturer known for its custom-built superyachts that combine innovative design, advanced technology, and exceptional craftsmanship. Established in 1949, Feadship has an impressive $488.8 Million annual revenue. Feadship offers a range of products, including custom-built superyachts tailored to each client's specific needs and preferences. The company's commitment to quality and innovation has earned it a loyal clientele and a strong reputation in the industry.

Sunseeker International is a British yacht manufacturer founded in 1969, known for its luxurious and high-performance motor yachts. With annual revenue of $543.1 Million, as per Zoom Info , Sunseeker International is among the most successful yacht companies in the world. Sunseeker offers a range of products, including flybridge yachts, sports yachts, and superyachts. The company's yachts are known for their sleek design, exceptional performance, and luxurious amenities.

Established in 1958, Sanlorenzo is an Italian yacht manufacturer known for its bespoke, tailor-made yachts catering to its client's needs and preferences. The company is also known for its innovative design, attention to detail, and commitment to sustainability. With a valuation of $650 million as per Superyacht Investor , Sanlorenzo ranks fourth in this list of the most successful yacht companies in the world.

Another Italian powerhouse in the yachting industry, the Ferretti Group, was founded in 1968 and has since become a global leader in the design, construction, and sale of luxury yachts. The Ferretti Group launched an IPO in Hong Kong valued at almost $1.2 Billion, as per Global Times . The group's portfolio includes several prestigious brands, such as Ferretti Yachts, Pershing, Riva, and Custom Line, each offering a unique blend of style, performance, and innovation.

The Azimut-Benetti Group has been an Italian conglomerate at the forefront of the yachting industry for over 50 years. Founded in 1969, the group is known for its innovative designs, cutting-edge technology, and exceptional craftsmanship . With a valuation of $1.3 billion, the Azimut-Benetti Group is one of the world's largest and most successful yacht companies. The group's portfolio includes the renowned brands Azimut Yachts, Benetti Yachts, and Atlantis Yachts, each catering to different market segments.

Founded in 1875, Lürssen is a German yacht manufacturer with a rich history and a reputation for building some of the world's most luxurious and technologically advanced superyachts. Lürssen Yachts has an astounding annual revenue of over $2 Billion, making it one of the most successful Yacht Companies in the world. Apart from being successful, Lürssen Yachts is one of the oldest yacht companies in the world, with a legacy spanning almost 150 Years.

The yachting industry is a competitive and dynamic market, with numerous companies vying for the attention of discerning clients. All the above yacht companies are valued at millions of dollars and continue to rake in massive revenues with their impeccable yacht-making expertise. These companies continue to push the boundaries of innovation and luxury, ensuring that the yachting world remains an exciting and ever-evolving landscape for enthusiasts and industry professionals alike.

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Peter Lürssen on building a luxury superyacht brand and support for ocean charity BLUE

By Edwin Smith

Peter Lürssen is at the helm of the most ambitious superyacht builder in the world, writes  Edwin Smith

Peter Lürssen is a generous man. I learned this when we had lunch together in London one day this summer. At Kai, an upscale Chinese restaurant in Mayfair, we sat, spoke, drank white wine and made our way through what seemed like the entirety of a long and excellent menu. After a couple of hours, as another round of plates was being cleared, Lürssen said: ‘Are you ready for the main course?’

He was joking – sort of. After this, he ordered several desserts for the table, including one called Oprah’s Contradiction. (Oprah once said, ‘You can have it all. You just can’t have it all at once.’ This was the pudding that proved her wrong.)

But Lürssen is generous in another sense too. A little while ago he quietly agreed to fund the entirety of Blue Marine Foundation’s operating budget for five years. There was no big announcement at the time, but he is willing to speak about the decision now. ‘It’s quite difficult, making people part with their money,’ Lürssen told me.

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But by covering the operating costs of Blue Marine Foundation (BLUE) – and allowing the charity to assure other donors that every penny they give goes directly to projects – he hopes to encourage more people to support BLUE’s work . ‘You can give those people who donate the money [directly to projects] the sense of ownership and pride in the achievement, which is very important.’

He noted that some charities – none of which he would name – are able to host a nice cocktail reception at the Monaco Yacht Show. But that isn’t the same as actually achieving something. ‘It’s good for your conscience,’ he said. ‘But does it get you anywhere? I always feel life is too short – especially when you’re over 60, like me – to waste your energy and your resources on something that is not getting proper results. And that is something that I really like about BLUE. They do get results.

As a result, Lürssen has donated more money to BLUE. On top of his contribution to cover the operating costs of the charity, he donated an additional £2 million to fund a project to create a marine protection area around Ascension Island, a remote a island in the Atlantic. (The project is described in more detail in a piece written for Spear’s by BLUE Ambassador HRH Princess Eugenie and the charity’s CEO Clare Brook .)

‘The ocean is the one thing that connects us all. And the more you think about it and look into it and read about it, you realise how important the oceans really are to the world. It’s way beyond the supply of fish. It’s way beyond swimming. You know, it’s a hugely important factor for us to be able to live on this earth.’

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Lürssen is able to support BLUE in such a way thanks to his stewardship of Lürssen Yachts. During his time at the company, the nearly 150-year-old family business has been transformed from an industrial firm producing products for the defence sector into a true luxury brand, and perhaps the leading builder of superyachts in the world.

As CEO he has presided over the delivery of one extraordinary, ground-breaking vessel after another. These include the 180-metre Azzam, which is capable of more than 30 knots and, at one point, was the longest superyacht in the world, and Dilbar.

Launched in 2016, at 156 metres long and more than 23 metres wide, Dilbar became the biggest yacht in the world by gross tonnage. The company – which fiercely guards the privacy of its clients – has also produced vessels for late Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, record producer David Geffen and members of Middle-Eastern royalty.

Over lunch, I asked him about his life, his career and where Lürssen is headed next.

Did you always want to join the family business, or did you feel pressure to do so?

It just was just a natural development. I never felt the pressure. Really, you know, after [leaving school] I was told to do that. But I would never rebel against that decision because I knew it would be good. I wasn’t questioning the wisdom of running the business.

My cousin was even born in the shipyard, so it was a very deep natural relationship with the people, with the business. And it was normal for us. I cannot remember ever wanting to do something like be a fireman or an astronaut. Shipbuilding was always very much a fascination.

When you first came into the business, it was largely reliant on the defence sector for work. But a lot of Lürssen’s growth over the last couple of decades has come from yachting. How did that transition happen?

Well the first challenge that I had, was to tell my family, ‘Look, I know I’m the engineer, and you think I should be the technical director, but it is a no-go.’ To run production, I told them, ‘your brain has to be wired in a particular way.’ I just can’t do that. I realised that very early on.

When I came into the business, our output was about 95 per cent defence and naval, and the rest was miscellaneous. My uncle used to joke that every 10 years we can allow ourselves to build a yacht. We built Carinthia V and VI. We built a boat called Shergar, which was quite special. But then in ‘87, ‘88 diversification was a big thing and we had a seminar.

The idea – I think they call it the trumpet model – was to [sketch out] the best case and the worst case scenario. And if you prepare for both, you’ll be prepared for something in the middle. At that seminar we looked at fast aluminium ferries, or yachts. We had done a lot of yachts in the 1920s.

We built a few yachts after the war, but just a handful really. Luckily we decided not to go for ferries but to go for yachts. And that was the job I took on in ‘88: trying to start a yacht business.

It always sounds good to say ‘and the rest is history’. But that is a rather bold statement – and it is not really true. It was exciting, but it wasn’t easy. We had a hard time selling the first yacht. It turned out that the buyer was not able to pay and we had to repossess the vessel.

But things improved, clearly.

I must say I’ve really been fortunate. We had an amazing client, who’s been really good for us, for whom we did Coral Island – an amazing boat, really beautiful. And then there was an American who really liked Carinthia VI and he commissioned Jon Bannen-berg to redo it. Jon was trying to change the design. But the client said, ‘No, no. I want it like Carinthia.’ That was Limitless.

Commercially it was not really a success. But after that we sold a very large yacht to a client who cancelled. That yacht [was taken on by another client] and is now called Dubai. It’s 162 metres with an amazing design by Andrew Winch.

Since then we’ve been very fortunate that we did a few things right. And we managed to weather all the tough times in yacht-building and the dotcom crisis and everything. We managed to get through that intact.

How did you build Lürssen’s reputation?

We did really bespoke, unusual yachts. And clients like the idea of bespoke. In those days, it was very popular to recycle your own engineering. But we managed to keep the question of bespoke very much at the forefront. And I think that was something that was always helping us.

Today, how is the business divided up?

I would say about 50 per cent yachts and 50 per cent defence, in terms of revenue. We build a lot of 60-metre yachts. We actually build more yachts under 90 metres than over 90 metres, which people don’t realise. But, obviously, the big boats gather lots of publicity.

What do your clients want?

Clients who talk to us and our colleagues from northern Europe, they want top quality – no compromise. They want bespoke.

You’ve mentioned the popularity of things like aft swimming decks and glass bottoms in the past. What features are popular now?

It started with a gym. Now the trend is for a full spa, a sauna, cryosauna, hammam, massage, beauty treatments… And so you see guests really want to enjoy things on the boat. In the old days it was quite normal that the yacht crew would book a spa day in a hotel. They don’t do that anymore. Now clients want to have things on the yacht.

And it makes sense at the moment, in particular.

I can see, especially with Corona, people are spending more time on their yacht. It’s very safe. This really offers you ‘bubble protection’, so to speak, by being able to live in a very controlled environment.

For you, what’s the definition of ‘good design’?

I think the secret to a good design is a very good understanding of what it is the client wants. Designers shouldn’t design for themselves. They should design for the client.

How do you make sure your clients get that? What’s the process like for someone who comes to you?

A shipbuilder is really only, at best, a facilitator. We have people who come to us with a readymade design and we have people who come to us and say: ‘I want a boat, I need you to help me.’ And everything in between.

Generally, we regard it as our obligation to make sure that what the designer designs can be built; you need space for air conditioning, the engine and all that stuff.

Sometimes you organise a beauty contest for the designers. But even that comes down to the question of chemistry. If the owner or their partner doesn’t get along with the designer, it doesn’t work.

Increasingly, one of the things that clients want is for superyachts to become more sustainable. This is something that Lürssen and those he describes as his ‘Dutch colleagues’ – firms such as Feadship and Heesen – are working on.

Earlier this year his own company led the way by announcing that it was working on a new yacht that would incorporate methanol fuel cells. According to the firm, the new technology will provide its owner, ‘who loves technology and new developments,’ with 15 nights of power at anchor, or enable the craft to slow-cruise for more than 1,000 miles – emission free. The yacht is expected to be delivered in 2025.

‘My grandfather built the world’s first motorboat in 1886,’ said Lürssen at the launch. ‘My dream is to be the first to build a yacht without a combustion engine.’ But he acknowledged to me that the transition would not be easy. ‘You can’t just flick a switch.’ It is far from clear which technologies and fuels will provide the best solutions in the medium-term future.

‘There’s no element of greenwashing with him,’ noted William Mathieson, editorial director of the Superyacht Group. ‘It’s all about the optimisation of performance, process and efficiency. He can see the contradictions associated with lithium mining, for example. In some respects it could be a step in the right direction, but it might also be damaging.’

As an engineer, Lürssen is also adamant about the need to look at the whole system. ‘I think we face two difficulties with batteries,’ he said. ‘One is the power: energy density. How much energy can be stored in a cubic metre? And the second thing is, how quickly can you charge it?

Let’s assume someone invents a fantastic battery and one cubic metre of your battery equals one cubic metre of diesel fuel, in terms of energy content. That is a good thing. And let’s assume that the weight is not prohibitive. So the next thing is, where are you going to charge your batteries? If you put them next to a coal fired power station, actually, it may not have achieved the target.’

On the bright side, he added, more and more clients are ‘willing to compromise’ in order to achieve fuel-saving and emission-reduction. ‘The trend is very clear.’

Is it helpful to be a family business at a moment like this, when the future – regarding power systems and so on – is uncertain?

Yes, it does help because you can take a long-term view. It’s two things. One, it gives the client comfort if you, as a family member, stand behind the product. And you don’t have the pressure of always looking at the stock price. It’s not about – not only about – making money. It’s about client satisfaction in the end. And, ultimately, it will pay back. The clients realise you’re trying very hard to make them happy.

Next year is Lürssen’s 150th anniversary. Has it started to make you think about succession? You’ve got three adult children – might any of them come into the business?

I always think about it. But it’s very much a double-edged sword. The price a family pays in this business is not to be underestimated. A children’s birthday, or a client visit? There’s no question: you have to choose the client visit. I’m not certain that I would want the children to have to live that kind of life, and I wonder if this in the future will be as critical as today. So yes, I think about it, but I don’t have an answer for that yet.

When you say you’re not sure if it will be as critical in the future as it is today, do you mean that this is a strategically important moment for the company, the industry?

Yes. Business is getting more technocratic. Unless you have a family member who’s really deep into the technical things, it doesn’t help: you’re either in it or you’re not. And to be in so deeply, there’s a price to pay.

Have any of your children expressed an interest in joining the business?

They like the business. But they don’t like it enough to go that route for the time being. Will I be able to convince them otherwise? Honest answer: I don’t know.

Would you like to?

Yes and no. It’s great to do it. But I see all sides of it. And would I want them to go through that? I don’t know.

You’ve still got plenty of time left, of course. How would you describe your style as a leader?

That’s another difficult question. [He laughs.] I think people know that I expect a lot. I hope they also know that as long as they try their best, I’ll back them up. I will not go to the client and tell them, ‘It wasn’t my mistake – it was a guy on the shop floor that did it’. If anyone made a mistake, it’s my head on the block, not my people.

And I would do that in any situation if a client had a complaint. I stand in front of my people. But at the same time, I want a commitment from them. And I think they realise that we as a family are very committed to maintaining the business and to guaranteeing their employment. We try to do that. It’s a mutually dependent situation.

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This $600 million superyacht has the largest pool of any yacht in the world!

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Behind the Dilbar Superyacht by Lurssen

At 512 feet, the Dilbar Superyacht, which was recently delivered to its lucky new owners in May, definitely imparts a whole new meaning to the superyacht terminology. Dilbar’s builder, Lürssen Yachts, has its shipyard in close proximity to Bremen, Germany. The launch of Dilbar on November 14, 2015, was a momentous occasion at the German Lürssen shipyard and then delivery took place in 2016. During the build process, she was called “Project Omar” at Lürssen Yachts.

About Lürssen Yachts

Lürssen is a major world-renowned designer and builder of naval ships, yachts, and specialty vessels. As one of the premiere builders worldwide of superyachts, the company designed and built recording mogul and film executive David Geffen’s yacht called “Rising Sun”. The well-known Geffen’s estimated net worth is $6 billion, which makes him one of the entertainment industry’s richest individuals. In addition, they also built Octopus for Paul Allen, who co-founded Microsoft with Bill Gates, as well as Azzam, which is 180m long and the biggest private yacht worldwide, for Khalifa bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who is President of the United Arab Emirate.

Lürssen Yachts began on June 27, 1875, in Aumund, Germany when Friedrich Lürssen, who was only 24-years old at the time, set up a workshop for building boats. His first build showed everyone that his trademark was high-quality and originality. His shipyard grew and thrived and in 1886 he built the first motorboat in the world for engine manufacturing genius, Gottlieb Daimler; and the Daimler engine took off in the world of boating, as did Lürssen’s boat designs. In 1911, the Lürssen-Daimler speedboat won the Championship of the Sea and then both the Grand Prix des Nations and the Prix de la Cote d´Azur later that year.

After Friedrich Lürssen’s death in 1916 at 65 years old, the company began developing and building remote-controlled boats for the German navy. In 1925, Lürssen launched its 10,000th vessel, as well as celebrating its 50th anniversary. In 1927, the company built the fastest commuter yacht in the world that could do 34 knots and the heaviest and longest motor yacht in the world. The company continued to grow and prosper with only a few years during the war when business slowed, and all the while descendants of Friedrich Lürssen were at the reigns. And, today the company has built some of the most innovative and massive yachts in the world.

4th Largest Yacht in the World

After a 52-month build time, the Dilbar Superyacht is the fourth-largest motor yacht in the world when it comes to length and the absolute biggest by volume that currently exists. Dilbar’s gross tonnage beats other yachts, including Al Said at 15,850 tons and Azzam at 13,136 tons. The largest yacht in the world by length, Azzam, is nevertheless smaller than Dilbar by volume. In addition, the indoor pool onboard this massive yacht holds 50,000 gallons of water and is also the biggest swimming pool that has ever been installed on a yacht.

Classic Interior & Exterior Design

The 16,000-ton Dilbar Superyacht is propelled through the water by a diesel-electric power plant that is capable of holding a 22.5-knot constant speed. The exterior of this yacht is crafted in timely ivory and bronze shades from a classic design by Espen Øino of Monaco. The opulent interior was designed by London interior designer, Andrew Winch. Just like with many superyachts that have been built for extremely wealthy people like Usmanov, the specific details regarding the amenities and interior of Dilbar are being kept a closely guarded secret.

However, a few pics that have surfaced show a comfortable interior that revolves around neutral colors and natural fabrics that lend themselves not only to the sheer opulence of the superyacht but also to the extreme comfort of its owner and passengers. Soft creams and blues that mirror the color of the ocean grace several of the staterooms. And, the seating areas are designed for casual conversation and comfort. In addition, the use of warm wood on the soleplates, companionways, and interior trim make every area on this yacht welcoming and pleasing to the eye. Every comfort has been catered to by the designers in both the interior and exterior of Dilbar.

Aiming for Privacy

The overall design itself provides minimal outdoor space since it’s aiming more for privacy. The exterior of the yacht does offer two helipads. One of them is on the bow and the other is on the sundeck. There is also a swimming platform with a minimalistic sitting area at the stern. In the interior, living space totaling almost 41,000 square feet greets the owner and his fortunate guests. And, Dilbar’s overall length is 156 m (512 ft). Her beam is 24 m (79 ft) and her draught is 6.1 m (20 ft). Other features include an aluminum superstructure, displacement steel hull, and beautiful teak decks. Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) classification rules of society, as issued in the Cayman Islands, governed her build.

The First Dilbar

This is not the first yacht named Dilbar for Usmanov. The previous Dilbar, which is now named Ona, was launched in 2008 and was also built by Lürssen Yachts. That yacht can comfortably accommodate 47 crew members and 20 passengers. It’s a steel yacht that has an aluminum superstructure and measures 110m (361 feet). The overall design is by Tim Heywood and the interior was designed by Alberto Pinto. It was quite innovative at the time since it was the first yacht worldwide whose main engine exhausts utilized particle filters. Ona has a 21-knot max speed capability and was built using Germanischer Lloyd rules.

Airbus H175 helicopter

And, for Dilbar’s two helipads, there is a specially designed Airbus H175 helicopter that was custom built (registration: G-DLBR). The helicopter’s interior was specially done by Pegasus Design, and it can accommodate seven passengers. This custom aircraft has a cabin layout that is quite unique and offers two distinctive seating areas. One is a forward zone with a lounge-like atmosphere. It offers facing club seating that can accommodate four passengers. Also included is sofa-style seating for accommodating three passengers comfortably at the rear plus a galley. Additional features include mood lighting, electrical footstep with three steps for easy access, and windows that dim electronically. In-flight Satcom connectivity and entertainment systems with LCD screens add to the enjoyment of the passengers. In addition, this helicopter offers images and moving maps fed by cameras on the tail skid and tail fin that can be controlled via personal devices and dedicated touchscreens. The list price of the Airbus H175 is $17,000,000.00.

Dilbar SuperYacht Specifications

• Name: Dilbar
• Length: 157 m (512 ft)
• # of Guests: Approximately 40 in 20 cabins
• Crew: An estimated 80+ in 35 cabins
• Value: US$ 600 million
• New Owner Info-
• Name: Alisher Usmanov
• Country: Russia
• Company: Metalloinvest
• Net Worth (May 2016): US$ 13.4 billion

Garrett by trade is a personal finance freelance writer and journalist. With over 10 years experience he's covered businesses, CEOs, and investments. However he does like to take on other topics involving some of his personal interests like automobiles, future technologies, and anything else that could change the world.

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Yacht Dilbar: Who Is the Billionaire Owner of the Superyacht?

The 156m Lurssen superyacht  Dilbar  is the largest motor yacht in the world by gross tonnage.  Dilbar  is worth a fortune and filled with countless luxuries, but who is the owner of the yacht, and how did they amass their fortune? Read on to find out.

Who is the owner of Yacht Dilbar?

The owner of  Dilbar  is Alisher Usmanov, one of Russia’s richest men. The Uzbek-born billionaire has a staggering net worth of £13.706bn. It’s with this immense fortune that he bought the 156m  Dilbar in 2016 . Based on her gross tonnage of 15,917,  Dilbar  is estimated to have a worth of between $800 and $1bn, making her one of the highest value superyachts in the world.

How did Alisher Usmanov get rich?

Alisher Usmanov is amongst the wealthiest citizens of Russia. He stands alongside billionaires like Roman Abramovich and Vladimir Putin ( who owns a whole fleet of yachts himself ). Over the years, Usmanov has accumulated his wealth through various ventures, ranging from selling plastic bags to being an early investor in Facebook. However, his high net worth is mostly due to his involvement in the mining and investment industries. Usmanov has shown no sign of slowing down, with his worth increasing by a substantial 1.726bn between 2020-2021. Importantly he makes sure to use his money to benefit others – of everyone on the  Sunday Times Rich List  he is by far the most charitable, giving almost £500m in the past year alone.

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