Have you ever dreamed of owning a superyacht? How about one of the 20 largest yachts in the world? Who hasn't, right? Well the Al Mirqab is the 15th largest and has everything you could possibly want in a superyacht. This includes award winning design and more. Her navy blue steel hull cuts through water like a knife through butter, that is to say more than 20 knots. OK, all you can do is wish, but here is some detailed information about superyacht Al Mirqab so that you can dream in vivid color with all the details.
No. 15 tallest in the world
The astonishing superyacht Al Mirqab happens to be one of the largest motor yachts ever built in the world (No.15 to be exact). It is actually owned by the ex-foreign minister and prime minister of Qatar, Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani, who is exceptionally wealthy. She was built at the world famous German shipyard, Peters Schiffbau Wewelsfleth, and the architect of the yacht is the very talented Tim Heywood. The interior design was designed by Andrew Winch Designs. During the construction phase of the superyacht, it was known as "Project May". Its current value exceeds US $ 200 million. depending on the boat rental fleet.
Located near Athens, Greece
According to WikipediaAl Mirqab was completed in 2008. She has a total length of 133 meters and a width of 18. Her summer dead port of 1 DWT and tonnage of 440 GT. The Al Mirqab is built of steel and her cruising speed is 9 knots and her top speed is 518 knots. She is currently moored part of the year on the Faliro coastal area in Athens, Greece.
Interior and amazing equipment
Al Mirqab yacht can accommodate 24 guests in its 10 suites and also offers two VIP suites to the yacht owner. The suites are huge and each has its own living room, double bedroom and bathroom. She also accommodates a full crew of 55 people.
Some of her onboard amenities include:
- A life-size cinema
- A helicopter landing pad (you have to have one, right?)
- An indoor pool (just in case it's raining outside)
- A jacuzzi on the deck (for big jacuzzi evenings)
- Several superb sun baths bathed in sunshine on the deck as well,
- Tender Garage (to keep all those toys),
- Lots of air conditioning (to keep everyone cool like a cucumber)
- Gym (to keep everyone fit and in good shape)
- Spa (in case they aren't relaxed enough)
- Elevator (in case guests don't feel like using the amazing staircase)
- Beach Club (for more fun, fun, fun)
- Stabilizers at anchor (would not want to destabilize while at anchor)
- Dynamic positioning (and certainly wouldn't want to get lost!)
Recent interior update and other facts
According to the Robb reportAndrew Winch has won numerous awards and features images with Arabic-influenced designs on the marble floors of some of the larger social spaces. Its centerpiece is actually a surprisingly surprising and quite complicated floating staircase, which is also surrounded by numerous custom-made glass panels. And, according to the Robb report, it offers cabins for 36 passengers and more for 45 crew members. Not quite sure which is the exact number. Al Mirqab also has a large swimming pool on the lower deck which can be opened to the ocean simply by opening the side hatches in the hull. In addition, Al Mirqab underwent a redesign in 2014, which included a brand new solarium as well as a complete interior refit. Now, her even more magnificent interior impresses guests when they arrive on board. (Wish we could be among them!)
Awards and nominations
She has won numerous special awards, mainly in 2009, the year after her completion, including:
- World Superyacht Awards 2009
Best displacement motor boat of 3 GT and more (around 000m +) - World Superyacht Awards 2009
Winner of Motor Yacht of the Year - World Superyacht Awards 2009
Winner Best Interior Design - Motor Yacht - World Superyacht Awards 2009
Special mention for the best exterior styling - Motor Yacht
Al Mirqab specifications
- Registry: George Town, Grand Caiman
- Owner: Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani
Builder: Peters Schiffbau Wewelsfleth, Germany
Lot number: 681
Launched: 2008
Current status: In service
Call sign: ZCTS4
IMO number: 1009223
MMSI number: 319361000
Main Features
- Class and type: Superyacht
Tonnage: 9.518 (gross tonnage)
1 DWT (summer deadweight)
Length: 133,00 m (436,35 ft)
Beam: 19,00 m
Maximum speed: 20,3 knots (37,6 km / h; 23,4 mph)
Cruising speed: 18,7 knots - Displacement: 9 t
- Capacity:
Guests: 25
Crew: 55
About the owner
- Prime Minister of Qatar
- Sheikh Al Thani served as Prime Minister of Qatar from April 3, 2007 to June 2013. He was also Qatari Foreign Minister from January 11, 1992 and until 2013.
- NY Penthouse worth US $ 100 million
- In 2012, Sheik Al Thani purchased a US $ 100 million penthouse located in the One57 Tower in Midtown Manhattan.
Art lover
Sheik Al Thani must also be a great art lover since he bought Picasso's Les Femmes d'Alger (version O) and spent US $ 180 million in May 2015. According to the Superyacht fan, it was a record price for a painting sold at auction.
Sheik Al Thani - Net worth
The Al Thani family's net worth has been estimated to be over US $ 2,4 billion. Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Muhammad Al Thani net worth is estimated at US $ 1,3 billion. Al Mirqab is not available for rental. However, if you are interested, you can follow the current position of Al Mirqab live.
