Luxury yacht “Ulyssia”: You are there from $ 10 million!

In just a few years, one of the most exclusive cruise ships in the world is to be stacked. If everything works according to plan, the Meyer shipyard will soon be built with the construction of the “Ulyssia” start. Loud is currently in “constructive conversations” and applies “According to the current status as a preferred partner for the implementation of the project”. However, the client and billionaire Frank Binder does not yet have signed a contract.

From that of Ulyssia Residences, the company behind the project, it becomes clear how much this could benefit from the construction of the yacht for the shipyard. The “Ulyssia” Should be 320 meters long and offer space for 132 residential units and 22 guest rooms. Unlike classic cruise ships, the apartments are to be sold on the ship – with the aim of creating a mobile home for wealthy customers.

The residential units range from 113 square meters to impressive 982 square meters. Frank Binder, inheritance of the pharmaceutical company Merck and initiator of the project, is convinced of his vision and already has one of the most exclusive apartments on the “Ulyssia” acquired. Official information about the prices are missing, but a description of the target group gives a note: the apartments are aimed at so -called “UHNW Families”. The abbreviation stands for “Ultra High net Worths”i.e. for super rich with a net assets of at least $ 30 million.

The British newspaper provides more specific numbers “”. According to the report, the prices for residential units begin around $ 10 million. If you want to buy a luxurious penthouse with a large terrace and six bedrooms, you have to expect costs of around $ 90 million. In addition, there are annual operating costs of at least $ 330,000-for maintenance, fuel, personnel and meals. The larger the apartment, the higher the running costs.

So that the residents and their guests never get bored, the “Ulyssia” A variety of amenities. Among other things, a diving center, a spacious wellness area, several pools, various sports facilities, various restaurants, bars, a wine cellar, cigar room and a nightclub and a cinema are planned. Two helicopters are ready as well as water toys such as quick boats. There are also garages on board for the residents where cars, motorcycles or bicycles can be safely accommodated.

With all luxury you want to “Ulyssia” Also think a little of the common good: The medical facility on board should be available in crisis situations. In addition, cooperation with charity organizations is planning to support marine protection projects. The ship itself “The most sustainable yacht ever built” become – with a drive due to more environmentally friendly fuel and an additional power supply through solar energy.

The idea of ​​such a ship is not new: the residential nave is already “The World” Had successfully implemented the business model. With the “Narrative”Another project of this kind will be realized – with a total of 530 apartments on board. But not every of these projects has so far been successful: Similar projects have repeatedly failed due to financial or organizational challenges. So reported “” Life at Sea Cruises with big problems with a residential nave project.