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There are 3 main reasons Mike Lynch's superyacht may have sunk. None give much hope for finding more survivors.

• Tech tycoon Mike Lynch is missing after his superyacht sank off Sicily during a storm.
• The Bayesian yacht sank near Palermo amid severe weather, with six people still missing.
• Authorities are investigating the cause while search efforts continue for Lynch and others.

Mike Lynch , a controversial tech tycoon, remains missing after his superyacht sank off the coast of Sicily on Monday.

The 183-foot Bayesian superyacht was carrying 22 people when it sank during stormy weather near Porticello, Palermo.

Fifteen people were rescued, including Lynch's wife, Angela Bacares. Six passengers remain missing.

One body was recovered and is believed to be that of Recaldo Thomas, a Canadian-Antiguan chef who worked on the vessel, according to BBC News.

Divers on Wednesday entered the superyacht after breaking a window. They now have to contend with narrow corridors and floating debris as they search for survivors.

There are several theories about what caused the vessel to sink, but none carry much chance of survival for the missing.

A dangerous weather phenomenon

The City Council of Bagheria said the wreck was likely caused by bad weather in a press release published on Monday.

A strong storm hit the area about an hour before the superyacht sank, it said.

Witnesses said they saw a waterspout — a tornado-like column of wind found in water — before the sinking, BBC News reported.

According to data from the International Centre for Waterspout Research , cited by the BBC, there were 18 waterspouts off the coast of Italy on Monday.

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Matthew Schanck, a maritime search and rescue expert, told Business Insider that the situation was "unprecedented" because it's difficult for meteorologists to predict when waterspouts will occur.

Rick Shema, a consulting meteorologist, told USA Today that waterspouts are rare and can be triggered by unusually hot weather.

Shema said the water was 83.7 degrees, more than three degrees hotter than an average day for the area.

"Hurricanes can form at 80 degrees. This was almost four degrees higher than that," he said.

Tornadoes usually reach up to 300mph, while waterspouts can reach 120mph, Shema said.

"Even an average tornado, 120 miles an hour, that's a lot of wind," he said, adding that it would "heel the boat over for sure."

The ship's mast could have been damaged

Other factors may have contributed to the 56-meter superyacht's fall — but the details are murky.

Karsten Borner, the captain of another yacht who witnessed the sinking, told Italy's Corriere della Sera Daily that he saw the ship's mast "bend and then snap," according to part of the interview cited by the BBC.

However, Marco Tilotta, a spokesperson for the Palermo fire service divers' unit, told AFP that the ship had been seen lying on its side fully intact, BBC reported.

"If the mast was broken, that would be a significant thing that would be reported," Schanck told the BBC.

Speaking to BI, Schanck said it's possible the mast could have been damaged during the sinking, but the conflicting reports make it difficult to say.

He said there's also the question of whether the keel — a weight underneath the boat to keep it balanced and upright — was deployed.

Either way, he said the construction of the ship was unlikely to be a contributing factor, as it was "designed and constructed to rigorous international standards."

"There's no indication that there's any sort of breach of any international maritime construction or safety standards," he said.

Open doors and windows

Soaring temperatures in the area may have caused passengers to leave windows and doors open.

This would have allowed the yacht to become filled with water quickly during the storm, he 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," Sam Jefferson, former editor of the magazine Sailing Today, said in an interview with PA.

"There has been water ingress into this vessel. That's why it's at the bottom of the seabed," Schanck told BI.

However, he said it's not possible to say whether this happened because of open doors or windows, structural damage to the mast, or because the ship became "heeled over" during the bad weather.

Survival for the missing is unlikely

Italian authorities are investigating the exact cause of the sinking while search crews continue to look for the missing passengers.

A spokesperson for the local fire department told The Independent that the search is "complex," adding that divers operate in 12-minute underwater shifts.

There could be survivors in the ship's air pockets. However, Schanck told USA Today that the chance of survival for those missing seems unlikely.

"My professional opinion is that the casualties will be located within the vessel," he said.

"There is a risk versus benefit in all maritime search and rescue incidents," he said. "Where we start transitioning to a recovery phase, that line shifts."

This sentiment was echoed by Luca Cari, a spokesperson for the local fire service. Speaking to ABC News on Wednesday, Cari said it remains a "rescue operation" rather than a recovery operation. However, he noted that finding survivors in air pockets would be "rather improbable."

It's been more than 48 hours since the ship sank. Nick Sloane, an engineer who worked on the Costa Concordia salvage operation in 2014, told Sky News that there's only a "very small window of time" to find those who could be stuck in air pockets.

"You've got a maximum of two to three days to try to get someone out, so the next 24 hours are critical," he said on Wednesday.

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Mike Lynch and daughter among missing after yacht sinks: What we know about disaster - and 'alarming' potential cause

The British-flagged luxury vessel named Bayesian was carrying 22 people when it got into difficulty off the coast of Sicily. Seven bodies have now been recovered from the wreckage.

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Seven bodies have been found after a superyacht sank off the coast of Sicily.

Twenty-two people were on board the vessel named Bayesian when it got into difficulty in the early hours of Monday, with 15 people rescued.

Here's what we know about the sinking of the luxury vessel so far.

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What might have caused the sinking?

The British-flagged luxury vessel, named Bayesian, capsized at around 4.30am local time on Monday morning off Palermo, according to ship-tracking site Marine Traffic.

It sank in as little as 60 seconds with 22 people on board, 12 passengers and a crew of 10, according to the Italian coastguard.

Waterspouts, essentially tornados that form over water, were seen as powerful winds battered the area overnight, local media said.

The yacht may have sunk faster with all the doors open due to the hot weather, Sailing Today magazine editor Sam Jefferson has 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," he said.

Official pictures show air conditioning units in several of the rooms, however, which could counter the suggestion open windows caused the vessel to sink faster.

The huge mast is also likely to have played a role, he added.

What are waterspouts?

Waterspouts typically occur during thunderstorms and can develop very rapidly, within minutes.

Their spin generally reaches wind speeds between 75-200mph, but can reach as high as 300mph.

They can travel at about 10-20mph typically but can reach greater speeds, making them difficult to avoid - especially in something as slow-moving as a yacht.

Matthew Schanck, chair of the Maritime Search and Rescue Council, called the reports of a tornado or waterspout "rare" and "quite alarming".

"The vessel was at anchor in a recognised anchorage," Mr Schanck said.

"Depending on wind direction and the state of the sea, this informs the captain whether it is a safe area to anchor or not. There was nothing that was too concerning, for my eye. All in all, the captain used the information they had to make a safe call."

Who owns the yacht?

The yacht belonged to the family of British tech tycoon Mike Lynch. He was confirmed to have died after rescuers found his body on Thursday. Mr Lynch was on holiday with his 18-year-old daughter Hannah, who is still missing, and his wife Angela Bacares, who was rescued.

Mr Lynch, 59, was known as the " British Bill Gates " and has been in the headlines in recent months over a high-profile fraud case.

In June, a US jury cleared him of all charges, which were related to the 2011 sale of his software company Autonomy to Hewlett-Packard (HP). The yacht trip is believed to have been a celebration of the end of Mr Lynch's legal troubles.

HP accused him of deliberately overstating the value of the company before it was acquired by the American tech giant.

Mr Lynch was extradited to the US to face trial in May last year and spent 13 months under house arrest in San Francisco as he awaited trial on 17 charges of conspiracy and wire fraud brought by the US Department of Justice - which were later reduced to 15 charges. He always denied any wrongdoing and was acquitted.

Read more: Lynch's co-defendant dies days before yacht sinking

Who was on board when the boat sank?

The passengers were largely British and American, with crew members were from New Zealand, South Africa, and Canada.

Charlotte Golunski was among the Britons rescued. Her LinkedIn profile says she is a partner at Mr Lynch's firm Invoke Capital and has worked there since 2012.

Speaking after the ordeal, Ms Golunski told Italian media that she lost her daughter Sofia for "two seconds" amid the "fury" of the sea but was able to retrieve her. She said she held the infant above the waves until the lifeboat was ready.

"Many people screamed. Luckily the lifeboat inflated and 11 of us were able to get on board," she told ANSA.

The girl's father James Emsley also survived, according to Sicily's civil protection agency.

Also on board were Jonathan Bloomer, chairman of investment bank Morgan Stanley, his wife Judy Bloomer, a top US lawyer Chris Morvillo, who worked on Mr Lynch's criminal case, and his wife Neda Morvillo. Divers confirmed on Thursday that their bodies had been recovered.

The yacht's captain James Cutfield survived, along with South African crew members Leah Randall and Katja Chicken.

Recaldo Thomas, a Canadian-Antiguan chef who was working on the boat, was the first to be found dead, the Italian Coastguard confirmed to Sky News.

During rescue efforts, divers saw "corpses through the portholes" of the wreck as they recovered the body of a man at a depth of 50m (164ft), according to Salvo Cocina, the head of the Civil Protection of Sicily.

What do we know about the vessel?

The Bayesian is owned by a company controlled by Mr Lynch's wife.

It was known for its unusual 72.3m (246ft) single mast - one of the world's tallest made of aluminium - and shared its name with the statistical method Mr Lynch's Autonomy software was based on.

It was built by Italian company Perini Navi in 2008 and last refitted in 2020.

It was listed for rent for up to €195,000 (£166,000) a week, according to online charter sites.

The luxury vessel , which was managed by yachting company Camper & Nicholsons, could accommodate up to 12 guests in six suites.

It won a string of awards for its design, according to online specialist yacht sites.

Mr Schanck, of the Maritime Search and Rescue Council, said the vessel would have been equipped with "high standard" life-saving appliances and radio communications.

He added the yacht would have met all international standards and UK Maritime Coastguard Agency regulations before its voyage.

It was previously named Salute, or "health" in Italian, when it flew under a Dutch flag. Its minimalist interior featured light wood with Japanese accents designed by the French designer Remi Tessier, according to descriptions on charter sites.

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What were its last movements?

The boat left the Sicilian port of Milazzo on 14 August and was last tracked east of Palermo on Sunday evening, with a navigation status of "at anchor", according to vessel tracking site VesselFinder.

The Bayesian previously travelled to other parts of Sicily before its last sighting off the coast of the port of Porticello.

On Sunday, the boat was seen off the coast of Cefalu before it travelled towards Porticello, MarineTraffic data shows.

In the days before, the yacht travelled around four of the Aeolian islands, just north of Sicily.

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The British entrepreneur was found not guilty of fraud charges in the sale of his company to Hewlett-Packard. He was celebrating his acquittal when his yacht sank off the coast of Sicily.

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By Michael J. de la Merced

Michael de la Merced reported on Mike Lynch’s career and legal battles over the course of 13 years across two continents.

Mike Lynch , a British software mogul who was once celebrated as a top technology leader — only to spend more than a decade defending himself against accusations that he orchestrated one of the biggest frauds in Silicon Valley history — died on Monday after his yacht sank off the coast of Sicily . He was 59.

An official in the Italian city of Palermo confirmed on Thursday that Mr. Lynch’s body had been recovered by divers.

Twelve guests and 10 crew members were onboard the yacht, the Bayesian, when it went down during a violent storm. Mr. Lynch’s wife, Angela Bacares, was rescued, along with nine crew members and five other passengers. Seven bodies have been recovered, including one thought to be that of Mr. Lynch’s daughter, Hannah Lynch.

Mr. Lynch’s death came two months after he was acquitted in federal court in San Francisco of criminal fraud charges, tied to the $11 billion sale of his company, Autonomy, to Hewlett-Packard in 2011. The takeover, widely regarded among investors as one of the worst deals in history , led HP to accuse Mr. Lynch of deception.

Prosecutors in the United States charged Mr. Lynch with more than a dozen counts of fraud and conspiracy related to the deal, with a potential sentence running to about two decades in prison.

On the day in 2023 that a British judge found him liable for civil fraud in the matter, the British government — despite numerous appeals by Mr. Lynch — approved his extradition to the United States. He was confined to a townhouse in San Francisco under 24-hour surveillance, on his own dime. During his house arrest, his mother, Dolores, and his brother, Richard, died.

The accusations sullied the reputation of Mr. Lynch, who was known at one point as Britain’s Bill Gates.

Michael Richard Lynch was born on June 16, 1965, to Michael and Dolores Lynch, working-class immigrants from Ireland, and grew up outside London. He attended private school on a scholarship and graduated from Cambridge before founding Autonomy in 1996. The company helped clients analyze unstructured information to unearth hidden insights about their businesses.

By 2011, Autonomy had become one of Britain’s most prominent technology companies, with its home base sometimes called “Silicon Fen” — a name derived from its location at the southern tip of the Fenland, a marshy area in eastern England.

Mr. Lynch became a celebrity in British tech circles. He was a member of the Royal Society, one of the country’s top scientific associations; an adviser to David Cameron, the prime minister at the time; and a member of the BBC’s board.

Autonomy drew the attention of HP, which had sought to transform its fortunes by buying a high-powered software company, and which eventually paid 60 percent over the British company’s market value. But investors and analysts opposed the deal, and HP wrote down the value of the transaction by $8.8 billion. HP fired the chief executive who led the deal and, soon after, Mr. Lynch himself.

Meg Whitman, the former eBay leader who took over HP, accused Mr. Lynch and his lieutenants of “serious accounting improprieties” that misled her company over the state of Autonomy’s business.

But Mr. Lynch — armed with the hundreds of millions that he collected from Autonomy’s sale — hired an army of lawyers to argue that HP had been aware of the company’s practices. His team also said that Mr. Lynch had largely delegated the company’s day-to-day financial operations.

Mr. Lynch’s trial began in San Francisco in March. It stretched out over three months and involved reams of often dense internal documents. After two days of deliberations, a jury found Mr. Lynch and Stephen Chamberlain, a former Autonomy vice president of finance who faced similar charges, not guilty on all counts. (Mr. Chamberlain was fatally struck by a car on Saturday while out for a run, his lawyer, Gary S. Lincenberg, said Monday in an emailed statement.)

After the verdict, Mr. Lynch said in a statement, “I am looking forward to returning to the U.K. and getting back to what I love most: my family and innovating in my field.” He later returned to his homes, in London and Suffolk.

While defending himself against the HP accusations, Mr. Lynch became a venture capitalist, founding Invoke Capital to invest in companies including the cybersecurity provider Darktrace.

More recently, he had begun to focus on artificial intelligence research, including ways the technology could help those with hearing difficulties.

His survivors include his wife and another daughter, Esme.

Kirsten Noyes contributed research.

Michael J. de la Merced has covered global business and finance news for The Times since 2006. More about Michael J. de la Merced

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Built in 2011, Lady H offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests in 5 suites comprising a master suite, two double cabins and two twin cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 7 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

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On your charter, you'll find plenty to keep you busy and entertained, notably a gym with all the latest equipment to maintain your fitness routine. Sit back with a glass of champagne in the deck jacuzzi.

Lady H benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter, notably Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing you to stay connected at all times, should you wish. Guests will experience complete comfort while chartering thanks to air conditioning.

Performance & Range

Lady H is built with a GRP hull and GRP superstructure. Powered by twin MTU engines, she comfortably cruises at 12 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 15 knots with a range of up to 3,800 nautical miles from her 42,500 litre fuel tanks at cruising speed.

Lady H has a good selection of water toys and accessories to entertain you and your guests whilst on charter. Principle among these are towable toys offering fun and adventure. In addition there are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. Also there are two SEABOBs, that allow you to skim along the surface or steer under the crystal water and see a variety of aquatic sea life. If that isn't enough Lady H also features wakeboards, kayaks, paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. Lady H features two tenders, but leading the pack is a 8.53m/28' Nautic Star Outboard to transport you in style.

Book your next the Mediterranean luxury yacht charter aboard Lady H this summer. She is already accepting bookings this winter for cruising in the Caribbean.

Experience the magical places, food and experiences of the Mediterranean this summer from the luxury of your own motor yacht. Lady H, her captain and talented crew are ready to make sure that your yachting experience is like nothing else.

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Amenities & Entertainment

For your relaxation and entertainment Lady H has the following facilities, for more details please speak to your yacht charter broker.

Lady H is reported to be available to Charter with the following recreation facilities:

• 1 x 8.53m  /  28' Nautic Star with 2 x 300 HP engines
• 1 x Williams Jet Tenders

For a full list of all available amenities & entertainment facilities, or price to hire additional equipment please contact your broker.

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'Lady H' Charter Rates & Destinations

Summer Season

May - September

€135,000 p/week + expenses Approx $150,500

High Season

€150,000 p/week + expenses Approx $167,000

Cruising Regions

Mediterranean Croatia, France, Italy, Monaco, Montenegro

HOT SPOTS:   Amalfi Coast, Calvi, Corsica, French Riviera, Sardinia

Winter Season

October - April

$115,000 p/week + expenses

$135,000 p/week + expenses

Caribbean Bahamas

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105m Oceanco superyacht H spotted on transport following rebuild

The 105-metre (344-foot) superyacht H has been spotted on transport from Oceanco after completing a full-scale rebuild at her home shipyard earlier this month.

The yacht, still known officially by its project name 1050H, was moved through Rotterdam by tug and will begin sea trials once outfitting is complete.

Key changes to the yacht include a brand-new superstructure and a totally new interior by Reymond Langton . She has also been brought up to new standards in technology, safety, capability, utility, and sustainability, according to the yard.

A spokesperson for Oceanco commented, “The yachting world has seen commercial vessels converted into superyachts, and heritage yachts being returned to their original glory, but this is the first time a superyacht has been recreated to face the future as a wholly new, contemporary vessel.”

The shipyard has previously said it hoped to inspire other owners to consider a similar undertaking. The rebuild has allowed the owner to bypass long wait periods for delivery slots and reduce the overall construction time of the vessel by around a year, as the engineering and hull construction were already complete.

Paris Baloumis, Oceanco's marketing director, said, “It is our ambition that this landmark project will inspire owners of existing yachts to benefit from the gift of time while adding value to their ownership experience as well as the planet. Through this approach, icons have the potential to become the fresh new faces of tomorrow.”

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Oceanco's 105m Superyacht 'H' Now Launched

By Heather Collier

After being unveiled to the industry over two weeks, ago Oceanco's 'H' has now officially touched the water for the first time during her launch in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.

H was transported to Rotterdam ahead of her launch in the early hours of yesterday morning. Following her launch, she will be transported back to Alblasserdam and returned to the build shed for outfitting.

Oceanco 's 105-metre H has undergone a major refit in recent years, " a complete transformation that is practically unprecedented in its scale and nature ," says the shipyard. 

She has also been brought up to new standards in technology, safety and sustainability. Paris Baloumis, Oceanco's Marketing Director, previously commented: “ It is our ambition that this landmark project will inspire owners of existing yachts to benefit from the gift of time while adding value to their ownership experience as well as the planet. Through this approach, icons have the potential to become the fresh new faces of tomorrow ."

In terms of style, H boasts a refreshed, modern interior by Reymond Langton Design. Exciting features include an exclusive Owners’ deck, guest accommodation which can host up to 32 guests in 16 cabins, an elevator, an on-deck dance floor, a full spa and beauty salon. However, the most striking element is perhaps the grand piano originally owned by musician Elton John, taking pride of place by the stunning bar area.

In terms of future projects, Oceanco currently has four other vessels under construction, including the highly secretive 127-metre Y721.

"It is our ambition that this landmark project will inspire owners of existing yachts to benefit from the gift of time while adding value to their ownership experience as well as the planet. Through this approach, icons have the potential to become the fresh new faces of tomorrow." Paris Baloumis, Marketing Director, Oceanco

"It is our ambition that this landmark project will inspire owners of existing yachts to benefit from the gift of time while adding value to their ownership experience as well as the planet. Through this approach, icons have the potential to become the fresh new faces of tomorrow."

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Benetti H Benetti | From US$ 187,000 /wk

Luxury Motor Yacht H was delivered by the well-renowned Benetti shipyard of Italy in 2015 and measures 42m (137,10ft) in length. M/Y H offers sumptuous interior accommodation for up to 10 charter guests.

H has been meticulously maintained to the highest of standards since her build in 2015; thanks to the constant and consistent maintenance provided by her captain and five-star crew, her impeccable condition will continue for years to come. Days aboard superyacht `H can be spent relishing her spectacular outdoor amenities. Charter guests can savor delectable five-star meals while dining alfresco, relax in her Jacuzzi while taking in sensational views or soak in the sun while lounging on the sunpads. Boasting an exquisite multipurpose beach club, charter guests also can enjoy fun on water with the yacht’s plethora of water toys including a waterslide or just unwind in lounge chairs at the water’s edge.

Showcasing a rejuvenating Zen-like interior, ‘H’s modern-style lounge seating provides ultimate comfort. After a day on the water, enjoy a movie in the main salon’s oversized cinema chairs or relish formal dining in the skylounge.

Benetti H Specifications

`H accommodates 10 guests in five chic staterooms, providing each charter guest with luxurious havens to rest their heads. At 900 square feet, the main deck master stateroom is expansive. Showcasing large windows, guests can relax in the king-size bed while taking in the spectacular views that surround. The master stateroom is complete with a meditation room with an oversized lounge bed and lavish his-and-hers en-suite bath. Located below deck, the superyacht’s guest staterooms are positioned at water level to provide tranquil views. The guest staterooms include two king-bed staterooms and two twin-bed staterooms — each is complete with its own private en-suite bath. Unique to ‘H is the connection of the king-bed staterooms to the twin staterooms, offering two capacious, lavish suites.

For those wishing to work out while aboard, `H offers a private gym with Techno treadmill, Techno stationary recumbent bike, workout bench and a selection of free weights.

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Guest Accommodation: 10 guests in 5 cabins Main deck forward: Relaxation room with oversize daybed and TV 117cm/46”. Flows into the spacious master cabin with leather base king bed and white textured leather headboard. 2 x horizontal windows port & stbd (one above the other) with Roman shades (regular & privacy) Crestron controller on each side of bed. 191cm/75” TV mounted on curved wall feature Fixed desk with glass top & chair stbd; armchair port side White glass cabinets - His & Hers closets either side of the 2 x en suite entrances Mirror His & Hers en suites each with separate toilet with pocket door; heated floors and heated towel rail, grey/white marble central shower with bench. Her en suite (stbd) 56cm/22” TV White glass cabinets/vanities - ample storage. Lower deck: 2 x VIP guest double cabins with king beds. Port & stbd aft. Walk through closet to en suite. Pocket door access to twin cabins to create/convert to 2 x family suites if desired. 2 x twin guest cabins port & stbd midships, with shower room en suite.

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Tenders & Toys: ~19' (5.8m) Castoldi jet tender with 240hp engine ~Inflatable lounge ~Waterslide ~3 x seabobs ~2 x waterskis ~2 x wakeboards ~3 x inflatable stand up paddle boards ~3 person donut ~2 person donut ~2 person seat lounge towable ~Snorkeling gear ~Fishing gear ~Beach set up ~Beach Games: Volley ball set, Bocce set, Soccer ball ~GYM: Techno treadmill, Techno stationary recumbent bike, workout bench & selection of free weights ///Communications ~SATCOM, VSAT/Fleet77 ~Wi-Fi: In every room/cabin throughout, 1-3mbps speed. ~Additional marina Wi-Fi booster ///Audio Visual Equipment and Deck Facilities ~Satellite TV/ Apple TV: Mediterranean/Caribbean/USA Satellite TV Apple throughout ~Airplay; iPad/iPod docking stations throughout yacht w/ bluetooth ~BlueRay DVD system ~HD TV

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H is a 39.0 m Motor Yacht, built in Italy by Dominator and delivered in 2010. She is the only 40M model.

Her top speed is 25.0 kn and her cruising speed is 21.0 kn and her power comes from two MTU diesel engines. She can accommodate up to 10 guests in 5 staterooms, with 5 crew members waiting on their every need. She has a gross tonnage of 279.0 GT and a 7.55 m beam.

She was designed by Team For Design - Enrico Gobbi , who also designed the interior. Team For Design - Enrico Gobbi has designed 30 yachts and designed the interior of 34 yachts for yachts above 24 metres.

The naval architecture was developed by Dominator , who has architected 12 other superyachts in the BOAT Pro database - she is built with a Teak deck, a Aluminium hull, and Aluminium superstructure.

H is in the top 30% by LOA in the world. She is one of 1177 motor yachts in the 35-40m size range, and, compared to similarly sized motor yachts, her cruising speed is 2.68 kn above the average, her top speed 3.13 kn above the average, and her volume 11.28 GT above the average.

H is currently sailing under the Malta flag, the 3rd most popular flag state for superyachts with a total of 1110 yachts registered. She is currently located at the superyacht marina D-Marin Didim, in Turkey, where she has been located for 1 week. For more information regarding H's movements, find out more about BOATPro AIS .

Specifications

• Previous Names: VELLMARI,LARA I
• Yacht Type: Motor Yacht
• Yacht Subtype: Semi-displacement
• Builder: Dominator
• Naval Architect: Dominator
• Exterior Designer: Team For Design - Enrico Gobbi
• Interior Designer: Team For Design - Enrico Gobbi

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