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Captain of Bayesian superyacht ‘under official investigation for manslaughter’ after tragic sinking left seven dead

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  • Published : 7:49, 26 Aug 2024
  • Updated : 8:44, 28 Aug 2024
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ITALIAN prosecutors have reportedly opened a manslaughter probe into the captain of the Bayesian superyacht over the deaths of seven people on board.

James Cutfield , 51, from New Zealand, is being investigated for manslaughter and shipwreck, La Repubblica and Corriere della Sera said.

New Zealand citizen James Cutfield, 51, was the captain of the Bayesian

Magistrates reportedly spoke to Cutfield on Sunday for the second time in a week - questioning him for more than two hours.

Prosecutors may also investigate a crew member who was on duty when the storm hit and survived the disaster, according to reports.

The 184ft Bayesian was carrying 22 people when it capsized and sank last Monday within minutes of being hit by a storm while anchored off northern Sicily.

Brit tech tycoon Mike Lynch and four others were found dead in the first cabin of the luxury yacht’s left side.

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First findings of Bayesian manslaughter probe revealed after 'mistakes made'

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Body of Mike Lynch’s daughter Hannah, 18, recovered from wreck ending search

Mr Lynch's 18-year-old daughter, Hannah,  was found in the third cabin after it sank stern-first before rolling on to its right on the seabed. The yacht’s chef also died.

Fifteen of the 22 on board, including Mr Lynch’s wife  Angela Bacares , 57, escaped on a life raft.

Prosecutors said  the victims  had attempted to scramble to one side of the doomed £14million, 184ft vessel in a desperate battle to reach air pockets after it went down in a storm off Sicily.

Chief Prosecutor Ambrogio Cartosio said the victims would have been asleep when the freak weather struck at around 5am local time on Monday last week, leaving them unable to escape.

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Being placed under investigation in Italy does not imply guilt - and does not mean formal charges will necessarily follow.

Maritime law gives a captain full responsibility for the ship and the crew, as well as the safety of all aboard.

Cutfield and his eight surviving crew have made no public comment yet on the disaster.

In a press conference on Saturday, Mr Cartosio said there may have been “behaviours that were not perfectly in order with regard to the responsibility everybody had”.

He added: “There could be in fact the question of homicide. But this is the beginning of the inquiry, we cannot exclude anything at all.”

He said one line of inquiry was whether the crew attempted to raise the alarm with passengers before getting on the lifeboat and escaping.

He vowed to “discover how much they (the crew) knew and to what extent all the people (passengers) were warned.”

He said: “We will establish each element’s (crew) responsibility. For me, it is probable that offences were committed — that it could be a case of manslaughter.”

Mike Lynch, the tech tycoon who died in the sinking

He said Captain Cutfield had been “extremely cooperative” during questioning and will be quizzed further.

Lead prosecutor Raffaele Cammarano said Italy’s Air Force found the boat was sunk by a downburst that descended from a thunderstorm.

He said there were forecasts of strong winds and a storm alert but good visibility and no suggestion of a tornado.

He added: “Given the conditions were such, there wasn’t anything to suggest there could be an extreme situation.

“There are vessels that can monitor these events and one would have thought the captain had taken precautions.”

He said one person was on watch in the cockpit at the time of the accident.

Bentivoglio Fiandra, chief of Palermo’s fire brigade and part of the rescue, said the victims “were trying to hide in the cabins on the left-hand side” where the last air pockets remained.

Divers made more than 120 trips in five days to the wrecked boat 164ft below the surface, with mirrors in the cabins making their tough job harder because their lights were reflected back at them.

It comes as...

  • Brit teen  Hannah Lynch was found on the sunken boat  on Friday as her family paid tribute
  • Five bodies were recovered from the yacht wreck  on Wednesday and Thursday including Brit tycoon Mike Lynch
  • The CEO of the firm that produced the Bayesian said the boat is  'unsinkable' and pointed to human error
  • Captain James Cutfield was quizzed for two hours  by cops and remains at the  centre of a probe
  • Experts believe the yacht's 'tallest mast in the world' may have contributed to the disaster after a  freak ‘Black Swan’ weather event struck
  • Pictures showed the  tiny raft that saved up to 15 people
  • Frantic text messages  from the survivors revealed the chaos

Vincenzo Nardoni, inspector at the Department of Fire Fighters’ Divers in Naples, said: “Inside it was a very confusing place, with wardrobes and furniture whirling all around us, and lots of mirrors reflecting back our lights at us.

“The bodies were all wedged in tight spots, with furniture on top or beside them. They were all stuck there.”

Giovanni Costantino, CEO of The ­Italian Sea Group, which manufactured Perini Navi shipyard vessel Bayesian, accused the crew of failing to “close the doors and hatches” and insisted the boat should have been “unsinkable”.

Mr Costantino recently told The Sun: "Modern sailing ships, especially high-tech ones like the Perini, are designed to be extremely safe and stable.

“Even in very critical conditions, if procedures are followed, a sailing yacht like the Bayesian will return to an upright position.

"If the ship takes on water, this stability is compromised ... What is certain is that the ship took on hundreds of thousands of litres of water."

Authorities now face a delicate task in extracting the wreck from the depths of the sea - intact - so that it can be properly probed.

Expert diver Bertrand Sciboz said it would be a "very special operation".

He told BBC on Saturday: “They’ll have to salvage the wreck intact to then send it back to authorities and police.

“They will need to salvage the boat intact but I suppose they will have to take off the mast before.

“First, put the boat on its keel and then take off the mast."

Bayesian mystery: the unanswered questions

PROSECUTORS have launched a major probe into whether the Bayesian crew follow the right procedures before it tragically sank.

With the investigation underway now that bodies have been recovered, these are the key points that remain shrouded in mystery.

Why did it sink while other boats withstood the storm?

Survivors were saved by crew of Dutch boat Sir Robert Baden Powell, which was moored right near the Bayesian.

The 42-metre boat remained anchored after its skipper turned on the engine, also avoiding a collision with the doomed British-flagged vessel.

Captain Karsten Borner said the Bayesian crew were likely "surprised" by the storm's prowess.

Were proper safety precautions followed?

In light of the weather warning issued by the coast guard, questions have been raised over whether yacht guests were woken up and given life jackets.

On Saturday, prosecutors said those who died were likely asleep when the storm hit.

This meant they couldn't escape as the boat rapidly sank, investigators believe.

Was the Bayesian properly anchored?

The anchor being lowered to 50 metres has sparked questions over whether the yacht should have been secured in shallower water.

Retired Royal Navy Commander Tom Sharpe also said the Bayesian is designed for a huge sail - and without the sail raised, the fierce gusts would've rocked the boat's aluminium pole.

He told CBC News: "My kind of working assumption is that she was probably a bit further in at anchor, and it’s very likely, in these sort of conditions, that her anchor dragged."

Were hatches left open?

It access hatches were left open before the storm struck, it's believed the yacht would've quickly filled with water once it tipped, causing the swift sinking.

An expert at the scene told Reuters that one of the earliest aims for investigators was to establish whether the crew did not close access hatches before disaster struck.

With temperatures above 33 degrees, they may have been left open for air circulation.

Sam Jefferson said: "I imagine all the doors were open because it was hot, so there were enough hatches and doors open that it filled with water very quickly and sank like that."

How long will the investigation take?

Sicilian prosecutors wouldn't be drawn on giving a timeline for the investigation on Saturday.

With the wreck at 50 metres below the sea surface, they warned it would take some time.

Autopsies are also yet to be done.

Divers jump in before descending to the wreck

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I’m just back from one of the world’s most expensive cruise ships – here’s a sneak peek

Ashley Kosciolek

TPG's Ashley Kosciolek accepted a free trip from Regent Seven Seas Cruises to attend the unveiling of Seven Seas Grandeur. The opinions expressed below are entirely hers and weren't subject to review by the line.

What do you get when you mix superb design with loads of marble and glimmering lights, combine it with free drinks, tips, Wi-Fi and shore excursions, and, for good measure, toss in a suite that costs $11,000 per night?

The result is Regent Seven Seas Cruises ' brand-new Seven Seas Grandeur, which is one of the most expensive cruise ships afloat. It cost the cruise line more than $517 million, including $9 million for the 1,600-piece art collection, which features a custom-designed Faberge egg.

Put on your best dress or your finest suit or tux, and make an entrance at dinner by walking down the atrium's grand staircase. Sign up for a cooking class at the onboard culinary kitchen, where you'll spend two hours sipping wine as a chef shows you how to make several delectable dishes. Or enjoy evening cocktails and live piano music in the stunning top-deck Observation Lounge.

In true Regent fashion, the line has managed to create a glamorous atmosphere that will make any of its 746 passengers feel like they're the most important person on Earth. It does an excellent job of catering to its target market — mature adults who are educated and well traveled — in an atmosphere where relaxation is key and shipboard life is best enjoyed slowly.

Here's what I loved about this sparkling new ship — and what I didn't.

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5 things I loved

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Talk about feeling spoiled. Although I didn't have a butler on my sailing, my 332-square-foot Concierge Suite — which included a 132-square-foot balcony — was so well appointed it felt like the type of cabin that would come with a personal attendant on other cruise lines.

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In addition to separate sleeping and lounging areas (which can be separated by a curtain), I had a walk-in closet and a marble bathroom that felt at least twice the size of bathrooms on standard cruise ships.

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But don't be fooled: This type of accommodation is squarely in the middle on Seven Seas Grandeur. There are six cabin categories below it and eight above, meaning that lavish digs are pretty much standard when you sail on this ship.

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I absolutely loved touches like the closet's sliding door, which glides into the wall instead of awkwardly opening out into the room; the plentiful outlets (both 110-volt North American and 220-volt European) and USB ports, with plenty near the vanity and on both sides of the bed; and the modern cabin controls, which allow passengers to change the temperature and indicate whether they need cabin service or wish to be left undisturbed.

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The main thing that sets Seven Seas Grandeur apart from its sister ships , Seven Seas Splendor and Seven Seas Explorer, is its design. This newest ship in the Explorer Class was wholly put together by Studio Dado, the renowned Miami-based design firm responsible for only certain aspects of previous vessels. It brightened up many public areas to make them feel airy and spacious, reworked the alternative restaurants and ensured the spaces flow well into one another.

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The atrium area sparkles with a sweeping staircase, marble floors and an overhead chandelier designed to resemble a tangle of diamond tennis bracelets.

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The Compass Rose restaurant, the ship's main dining room, felt like what you'd get if architect and designer Antoni Gaudí were born in the time of "The Jetsons." The decor melds bright whites with pops of gray and cranberry, and tables are set among crystal-inlaid pillars reminiscent of trees. It's glitzy without ever being tacky. (Just look at the Versace dinnerware on the tables.)

Never in all my sailings have I seen such a grand MDR.

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As for the other eateries, each has its own tastefully lavish vibe. While Italian restaurant Sette Mari at La Veranda remains fairly neutral as part of the buffet area, the vessel's other three specialty venues stand out in a big way. Asian restaurant Pacific Rim on Deck 5 feels like an elite New York City supper club with an Asian twist, complete with dark walls and earth-toned furnishings. A breathtaking sculpture of a tree, populated with hundreds of pink glass cherry blossoms, greets passengers at the entrance.

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The Prime 7 steakhouse and French restaurant Chartreuse are located across from one another on Deck 10. Both entryways are bedecked in leather accents that balance masculine and feminine aesthetics. Prime 7's entrance features a brown leather patchwork with handles that make the pieces look like suitcases or steamer trunks. Chartreuse's entryway is outfitted with large black leather 3D flowers designed by Chanel.

Inside, Prime 7 matches what it serves with bright red chairs surrounded by brown tones. Chartreuse's interior design is also fairly literal, with blacks and grays punctuated by pops of chartreuse-colored glass and glittering overhead light fixtures in the same hue.

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Additionally, a carefully curated art collection of 1,600 pieces is spread throughout the ship, complete with a virtual tour that's offered via the Regent mobile app. The collection is anchored by a custom-designed Faberge egg that's displayed in a case at the center of the guest services area.

It's clear that an immeasurable amount of attention was given to every design choice, from colors to artwork to furniture.

The Pool Grill

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When I sidled up to the Pool Grill on the final day of my sailing and ordered a burger, I was not expecting it to be my favorite meal on the ship, but it was. Call it one of the most pleasant surprises on my voyage.

In addition to the truffle beef burger with caramelized onions and truffle aioli, I also asked for a side of sweet potato fries, an order of tomato bruschetta and a caprese panini, figuring I'd try a bit of each. Fortunately for my stomach, but unfortunately for my waistline, each was so phenomenal that I ate every bite.

The quality of the poolside food is worth writing home about because it's as good as or better than the food you'd find in the main dining rooms on most other cruise lines' ships. Yes, the fare in Seven Seas Grandeur's main dining room and alternative restaurants is also fantastic, but you would expect those meals to be standouts. Yet it's clear that the ship's culinary team puts effort into every meal on board, even the most casual.

The quiet places

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As someone who's always looking for a chance to escape the frenetic pace of life ashore, I cannot stress enough how much I appreciated a couple of onboard quiet spaces that afforded me a place to read that wasn't my cabin.

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I found the stunning Observation Lounge on Deck 11 to be fairly quiet during the daytime, especially on port days. It was easy to snag a table by one of the sweeping windows so I could enjoy the view. The space also serves as a venue for daily trivia and a place to catch live piano music in the evening.

Libraries are being phased out on most mainstream cruise ships, but I was pleased to learn that there's one on Deck 11 of Seven Seas Grandeur. It's a dark, cozy space with wall-to-wall books, tables for perusing coffee-table titles, comfy seating and even a couple of alcoves for people who need to focus.

The Culinary Arts Kitchen

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I'm a firm believer that the true mark of something's quality is whether it's capable of winning over a skeptic.

I despise cooking. Between shopping for ingredients, prepping everything, doing the actual cooking and then washing all the dishes afterward, I find it frustrating, time-consuming and more hassle than it's worth.

However, I tried one of Regent's famed Culinary Arts Kitchen cooking classes with one of the ship's onboard chefs, and I had a blast. (I suspect part of the reason is because everything was prepped and waiting for me when I got there, so all I had to do was toss it in a pan and then eat it.)

The chef was friendly and funny, and she took the time to explain some of the history and techniques behind each dish we cooked.

What I experienced was an abridged version that lasted only an hour, during which time we made spaghetti in lemon sauce, followed by crepes with blueberries and ice cream. Normally, the classes — which start at $89 per person — last about two hours and feature several dishes. Spaces are limited, so book early.

3 things I didn't care for

The entertainment.

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The show I saw — "Marauder's Ball," the only one of the ship's four production shows offered during the christening voyage — featured pirates pillaging jewelry and other riches from the wealthy elite as they attended the launch of a new ship.

Overall, it felt too busy with props like ropes and flags that distracted from the main action, and the show felt too long for how loose the plot was. Further, it's strange to me that the single show time each night is 9:30 p.m., which is late, given that most shows run for a full hour.

All of that said, the singers and dancers were phenomenal, and it's clear Regent sunk a lot of time, money and creativity into the costumes and sets. However, the end result just didn't stack up when compared with entertainment on bigger cruise ships.

The room service

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You know a ship is great when most of what you're putting under the "did not like" column is little stuff. That's the case here.

Complimentary room service is just another perk of an upscale, inclusive cruise ship. Regent provides room service breakfast cards that you fill out and hang outside your door at night for delivery the following morning. On the second night of the sailing, I hung my order — a cheese omelet with a side of extra-crispy bacon and coffee — and went to bed.

The next morning, someone from the room service department called to let me know my order was on the way and to apologize that it was coming 15 minutes early — something I didn't mind at all.

My food arrived, and the person who delivered it kindly set everything up for me, including a white tablecloth. The plating was great, and I was so excited to dig in — until I cut into my omelet and discovered it wasn't the cheese omelet I had ordered, but a ham-and-cheese omelet. Since I don't eat ham, I called room service to politely request a replacement.

I was impressed with how quickly the replacement omelet arrived, but when I cut into it, it was undercooked and inedible. When the egg ran out onto the plate, I gave up and went to the onboard cafe for an incredibly stale bagel instead.

Overall, the service was wonderful, but the in-cabin dining experience needs a bit more work.

Crowded public spaces

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Although most of the ship's public areas seemed like they would be the correct size in proportion to the size of the vessel, I found that a couple had insufficient space.

On more than one occasion, I ventured to Coffee Connection, the onboard cafe, for a cuppa (try the gingerbread cappuccino), and every table was full. The space is at capacity for seating, so it's not possible to add more. But it's clear the cafe is more popular than its seating area can handle.

The same is true of the adjacent Meridian Lounge, which regularly hosts cocktail hours and afternoon tea. The cocktail event I attended quickly became overcrowded, and it was standing room only. I also tried to check out afternoon tea, but I couldn't find an available table, so I left. (That was disappointing, as I was told tea was a highlight.)

Bottom line

Regent's Seven Seas Grandeur is one of the most elegant and luxurious ships afloat. Its design is exceptional, exuding an upscale air that's unrivaled on any other vessel I've sailed. The cabins are gorgeous homes away from home.

The ship's slower pace means you can linger over a meal or a conversation by the pool and you won't feel like you're missing out on a signature activity. That, blended with an abundance of calm, quiet spaces and a lack of worry about your final bill, means more room for relaxation on your Seven Seas Grandeur vacation.

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Steven Spielberg Just Sold His Prized 282-Foot Superyacht ‘Seven Seas’

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It’s a wrap for Steven Spielberg’s superyacht Seven Seas .

The world-famous director finally sold his epic 282-footer last week to an unknown buyer, according to Merle Wood & Associates . Although the brokerage firm did not specificity the amount paid, the vessel, now known as Man of Steel , was listed earlier this year for $160 million . Thom Conboy of Denison Yachting represented the buyer, who is apparently a longtime repeat client.

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The blockbuster yacht, built by noted shipyard Oceanco to Spielberg’s exact specifications, first hit the seas back in 2010. The Academy Award winner, who has a net worth of $3.7 billion, spared no expense when designing his dream machine, and this is the first time it has been offered for sale.

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Of course, there is a cinema onboard.  Merle Wood & Associates

The glitzy interior, which was penned by Nuvolari & Lenard and Molly Isaksen, spans four decks and offers ample space for entertaining A-listers. The vessel can accommodate 20 guests across nine generous staterooms, as well as 28 crew. The scene-stealer is, of course, Spielberg’s owner’s suite, which features a full-beam stateroom with ensuite and dressing room, along with an office and a terrace with its own private jacuzzi.

Naturally, Seven Seas is brimming with amenities fit for film royalty, including supersized screens in every room and a full movie theater. Elsewhere, there is a sauna, steam room, gym, pool, huge beach club, helipad and countless lounge areas and bars. As expected, there’s also a fully-stocked garage packed with a tender, speedboat, water toys and diving gear.

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Seven Seas comes equipped with plenty of toys.  Merle Wood & Associates

Spielberg ensured Seven Seas lived up to her name, too. Over the past decade, the 74-year-old has taken the go-anywhere superyacht all across the seven seas. It’s been spotted sailing off the coast of France during the Cannes Film Festival, and, more recently, on the waters near Antigua and Barbuda. The yacht’s transatlantic capability comes courtesy of twin MTU engines packing 4,680 hp each. She can hit a top speed of 20 knots or cruise at a more leisurely 15 knots.

Now that Spielberg has called cut on Seven Seas , we are patiently awaiting his next marine masterpiece.

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The Incredible Features Of Steven Spielberg's $160 Million Superyacht

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In 2021, the Seven Seas, the luxury yacht belonging to billionaire movie director Steven Spielberg, was sold to billionaire steel magnate Barry Zekelman after being listed for almost $158 million earlier in the year (via Bloomberg ).

Spielberg first commissioned the 282-foot yacht in 2010. The superyacht was designed by Oceanco, a luxury shipbuilding company from the Netherlands. If the name sounds familiar, this company has also recently built a superyacht for Amazon founder  Jeff Bezos . The Seven Seas was custom-made for the award-winning film director and has lots of amenities and high-end features. It's a powerful ship that can hit a top speed of 20 knots and a cruising speed of 15 knots. The yacht also has two MTU engines, which provide a walloping 4,680 horsepower each, according to Robb Report .

In the past, this yacht has been sailing all over and has been seen cruising off the coast of France during the Cannes Film Festival, and in the Caribbean near the islands of Antigua and Barbuda.

It's decked out inside

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The Seven Seas has four spacious decks and plenty of room for relaxing and entertaining guests. It features nine cabins that can accommodate up to 20 people, plus 28 crew members. The owner's suite for Spielberg is gorgeous and has a deck with a jacuzzi, office, and private terrace. It also has a full-beam VIP stateroom on the main deck with several other cabins on the lower deck (via Robb Report and Superyacht Times ).

Designers Nuvolari Lenard and Molly Isaksen collaborated to create the boat's lush wooden-themed interior (via Architectural Digest ). As would be expected, a yacht as opulent as the Seven Seas is jam-packed with amenities for Spielberg and his guests to enjoy. Published photos of the Seven Seas show jumbo screens in every room and a home cinema onboard. You can also find a sauna, steam room, gym, massage room, lounge areas, bars, and a swimming pool. This yacht is so large it can even accommodate a helipad. Like other superyachts, it comes with the standard garage where you can fit speedboats, water toys, and diving gear.

Now that Steven Spielberg has sold his yacht, fans just have to wait and see if another mega yacht is coming in the future.

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86m Oceanco superyacht Seven Seas sold

The 86 metre Oceanco superyacht Seven Seas has been sold and is now renamed Man of Steel . 

The yacht, which was jointly listed for sale by Edmiston and Merle Wood & Associates , was sold with the buyer introduced by Thom Conboy and Chris Collins of Denison Yachting .

First delivered in 2010 and only ever used privately, Seven Seas is packed with premium superyacht features, including a touch-and-go helipad, a range of custom-built tenders, professional cinema and private owner’s deck.

After completing its 10-year Class Survey last year, the yacht was presented in turnkey condition.

The exterior design is penned by Nuvolari & Lenard while the naval architecture comes courtesy of Azure Naval Architecture . The “contemporary and elegant” interior meanwhile was created in collaboration between Nuvolari & Lenard and Molly Isaksen.

Accommodation on board is for a total of 20 guests, comprising the owner’s suite on a private deck with a Jacuzzi, a full-beam VIP, three doubles and one triple cabin on the main deck and a further “sea cabin” on the lower deck big enough for three. The crew quarters meanwhile allow for a staff of 28.

Seven Seas boasts extensive health and wellness facilities, including a swimming pool on the large aft deck, gym, massage room, sauna and steam room.

The asking price of Seven Seas has been withheld.

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Oceanco announces delivery of 109-meter yacht SEVEN SEAS

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By Editorial Team   3 July 2023

Boasting an impressive 109m (358ft) LOA, the steel and aluminum motor yacht SEVEN SEAS , formerly known as Project Y720 , has left Oceanco ’s outfitting facilities in Alblasserdam, Netherlands, and has now been delivered to her owners. 

The superyacht is a collaboration with Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design and Molly Isaksen Interiors, showcasing a beautifully proportioned profile with a raked bow and plenty of glazing, with Lateral Naval Architects responsible for her engineering and technical aspects, alongside heavy involvement from the owner.

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Her interior design, meanwhile, are from the boards of Beverly Hills studio Molly Isaksen Interiors, with reported use of natural elements and classically chic neutral stylings.

On board highlights include panoramic views from every level through prominent use of glass on her main, bridge and upper decks, as well as a vast array of alfresco living spaces.

The 4,440 GT yacht has also undergone an extensive optimization process, resulting in outstanding performance and exceptional seakeeping ability, with a top speed of 20 knots. She is also the first LY3-compliant yacht to feature an industry-leading Marine Evacuation System.

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The SEVEN SEAS yacht is a 282.2ft / 86m luxury yacht built and launched by yacht builder Oceanco . Delivered to a proud yacht owner in 2010, this luxury yacht sleeps up to 20 guests in 9 staterooms and has accommodations for 28 crew. She has a beam of 46.6ft / 14.2m, a draft of 12.8ft / 3.9m. Her hull is steel and her decks are teak. Her max speed is 19.5 knots and cruising speed is 16 knots. She is propelled by MTU engines at 4,680 hp each. Her interior design is by Nuvolari & Lenard / Molly Isaksen with exterior styling by Nuvolari Lenard .

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282.2 ft / 86 m
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YEAR BUILT
2010
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20
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9
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20GUESTS 9STATEROOMS 28CREW 19.5KNOTS
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Azure Naval Architects2010
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282.2 ft / 86 m46.6 ft / 14.2 m12.8 ft / 3.9 m
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-Cayman Islands
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SteelTeak
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Lloyd's Register + 100 A1 SSC Yacht (P) Mono G6 + LMC UMS MCA

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Does this 357-Foot New Yacht Belong to Steven Spielberg?

Oceanco is keeping details of the mammoth vessel’s owner under wraps.

By Irenie Forshaw

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Oceanco is used to catering for the fabulously wealthy; earlier this year the Dutch shipbuilder delivered Jeff Bezos’s gleaming new ship , Koru. Now, the rumor mill is going into overdrive once again. This time, Steven Spielberg is reportedly the billionaire behind its newest yacht: Seven Seas.

Spanning 357 feet, the mammoth motoryacht isn’t as long as Koru – which scooped the title of the longest sailing yacht on the planet at 417 ft – but she does cut an impressive figure. This isn’t Spielberg’s first foray into the yachting world – the Hollywood director had his first ship (also called Seven Seas ) delivered by Oceanco back in 2010.

The original Seven Seas – whose name is inspired by Spielberg’s seven children – measured 282 feet and boasted an expansive spa , gym, beauty salon, and, of course, movie theatre. But the four-time Academy Award winner sold the ship to Canadian billionaire Barry Zekelman in 2021 for a cool $151m (the ship has since been renamed Man of Steel).

It seems Spielberg has caught the superyacht bug; the new Seven Seas is even bigger and more lavish than her predecessor. So, what do we know about the director’s latest ship? While Oceanco has remained relatively tight-lipped on the project, a few key details have emerged which we’ll dive into here.

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The superyacht – previously known as project Y720 – was commissioned back in 2022 for a whopping $250m. She was built by Oceanco – the same shipyard that made Spielberg’s old boat in Alblasserdam, a town in the western Netherlands around 12 miles from Rotterdam. Omani billionaire businessman Mohammed al Barwani bought the luxury shipyard back in 2010 (he also owns Turquoise Yachts in Istanbul).

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Oceanco has an impressive track record when it comes to building jaw-dropping superyachts. As well as recently unveiling Bezos’s Koru, four years ago the shipbuilder delivered Black Pearl – a striking three-mast vessel which, at 350 ft, became the largest sailing yacht in the world at the time, and garnered attention for its cutting-edge eco-credentials.

What do we know about the design?

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Oceanco collaborated with Dutch firm Sinot Yacht Architecture Design to build Spielberg’s new yacht. The project was overseen by Lateral Naval Architects, with the team carrying out an “extensive optimization process” to ensure Seven Seas met the highest performance standards (she is the first LY3-compliant yacht to feature a Marine Evacuation System).

Powered by twin MTU 20V 4000 M73L diesel engines, she is able to reach top speeds of up to 20 knots and weighs in at 4,444 GT. Her sleek steel hull, teak deck, and lightweight aluminum superstructure give her a graceful silhouette; this is certainly a yacht to turn heads.

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Considerably larger than Spielberg’s former yacht, Seven Seas 2.0 can host up to 14 guests across seven cabins (so there’s plenty of space for his entire family). There’s also room onboard for up to 30 crew, plus a gym, pool, spa, beach club, helipad and tender garage. Oh, and there’s a movie theatre too. Obviously.

The fourth largest project delivered by Oceanco to date, she was glimpsed for the first time in March 2022 being rolled out of the construction shed at the shipyard and was spotted in the Port of Gibraltar in early July.

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It’s extremely unlikely we’ll get to see inside Spielberg’s new yacht anytime soon, but we do know the interiors onboard Seven Seas have been crafted by Beverly Hills-based designer Molly Isaksen (in a telling sign she was also brought in for the interiors onboard Man of Steel ).

While details remain sparse, Oceanco did reveal we can expect plenty of “natural materials and glass onboard, offering guests an unparalleled outward-looking experience”.

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