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- Represent the company in a professional manner
- Precision layout of equipment onto vessel helms, dashboards, etc
- Install, terminate and label electrical wiring from 30ga – 4/0ga, coax and ethernet
- Dress, label and route cables in a clean and neat fashion
- Installation of hardware and components above and below the waterline including: transducers, lights, displays, controls, radar domes and antennas
- Adhere to NMEA, ABYC and USCG standards for marine electrical systems Diagnosing intermittent electrical and electronic faults Updating system software via connected PC or local card reader Answer customer questions during service and installation
- Submit updates on task completion, materials list, and billable hours
- Document work with before and after photographs and produce thorough paperwork at completion of each project
- Other tasks as required
Requirements (Must Be Maintained During Employment):
- Supply own hand tools including: screwdrivers, wrenches, pliers, wire termination tools, in a non-marking tool bag
- Supply own cordless drill and other battery operated/portable tools
- Work in a detail-orientated and organized fashion
- Keep job sites, shop and vehicles clean, neat and safe
- Keep a valid NJ Drivers License with clean driving record
- Work on ladders, lifting 70+ lbs
- Work outside in extreme cold and hot temperatures
Benefits (Will begin accruing 60 days after start date):
- Paid Holidays (New Years Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving & following Friday, Christmas-New Years)
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As marine electronics is an ever-evolving field, we expect our staff to stay current with new products, their features, use and troubleshooting. We will provide opportunities for training and education as they become available, but the expectation is that all employees will have a working knowledge of current practice at all times.
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OCTOPUS Yacht – $285M Superyacht For Charter
Measuring in at an impressive length of 126.2 meters the OCTOPUS yacht is the 21st largest yacht in the world.
With an estimated worth of $285 million, her owner is currently unknown.
This stunning vessel can comfortably accommodate up to 26 guests while having a crew of 57 on hand to cater to their needs.
Powered by Mercedes Diesel engines she can reach speeds up to 20 knots.
OCTOPUS yacht interior
The OCTOPUS yacht inter offers space for up to 26 guests in 13 cabins, including a spacious owner’s cabin and deck.
A well-trained crew of up to 63 crew members provides 5-star service onboard this luxury vessel.
OCTOPUS’ interior has several bars distributed across the different decks, a fully equipped spa, a cinema, a gym, a library, and even a basketball court.
The interior was designed by Jonathan Quinn Barnett, a well-known superyacht designer from Seattle, Washington.
OCTOPUS Boat Specifications
With a length of 126.20 meters (414 ft) and a beam of 21 meters (68 ft), the OCTOPUS yacht weighs in at an impressive 9,900 gross tons.
She is powered by 8 MTU engines producing a total of 19,200 hp (14,300 kW).
Her maximum speed lies at 19 knots, while her relatively slow cruising speed of 12 knots allows her to have a range of 12,500 nautical miles.
OCTOPUS is also equipped with the latest anchor and steering technology, which helps to maneuver the vessel.
OCTOPUS yacht has two helipads, one at the stern with its own hangar and one at the bow.
She has a total of seven tenders, one of which is 13 meters long and can almost be considered its own yacht.
The OCTOPUS superyacht also has two submarines on board, one of which is remotely controlled while the other can accommodate eight people.
The internal dock of the megayacht can be used to dry lay vessels of up to 20 meters for possible repairs. The mega yacht also has a large pool on deck as well as a jacuzzi and a spacious beach club.
The onboard elevator system ensures that guests and crew can move quickly between the eight decks.
For the entertainment of the guests, the yacht carries scuba diving equipment, jet skis, and other water toys.
OCTOPUS Price & Charter
The former owner of the OCTOPUS superyacht paid a price of US $200 million for the yacht in 2003 and she generates annual running costs between US $20 and 35 million.
As of 2022, OCTOPUS is available for charter for the first time ever since her launch. She costs approximately 2.2 Million Euro’s per week.
In 2022 in Summer she will be available in Central America and the Pacific while in Winter she will be in Antarctica.
For 2023 she will be located in the Mediterranean and the weekly rate is expected to remain the same.
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Inside the Octopus, the Luxury 414-Foot Superyacht With a Submarine
You might have thought the coronavirus pandemic—or perhaps the billionaires' space race —would have distracted the super-wealthy from shopping for shiny baubles. Not when it comes to luxury yachts , according to Boat International .
The industry magazine reported last December that 1,024 were being built or had been ordered—an increase of almost 25 percent on the previous year's numbers. If you were to line up the vessels set to be delivered by 2026, there would be more than 24 miles of them.
Among them is the REV Ocean , a research and expedition vessel commissioned by Norwegian billionaire Kjell Inge Røkke. It will be 182.9 meters (600 feet) in length—longer than the current biggest superyacht in the world, Azzam, which is owned by the ruler of Abu Dhabi.
Ocean is expected to be launched in 2024 and will be available for charter part time, when it's not conducting scientific research. If you're interested in chartering a yacht now, though, what's the biggest one you can get?
The Three Largest Yachts You Can Charter
Some of the billionaires who commission superyachts prefer not to make their favorite toys available to the public. But there are plenty of large and lavish vessels you can charter for a princely sum. The top three, according to Jacqui Lockhart, Europe head of charter marketing for luxury yacht firm Camper & Nicholsons, are:
- Flying Fox from Imperial Yachts, 136 meters (446 feet)
- Octopus from Camper & Nicholsons, 126.2 meters (414 feet)
- Lana from Imperial Yachts, 107 meters (351 feet)
Lockhart told Newsweek that Octopus has only recently become available for charter. It was built for Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, who died in 2018 . The vessel was sold by Allen's estate last year and its new owner is reportedly Swedish billionaire Roger Samuelsson.
"She came on the market at the end of last year," Lockhart said. "I was just recently on board the Octopus in Panama. I have to admit, I've never seen anything like it in all my years in yachting."
Inside the Octopus
For years after its launch in 2003, the Octopus was off limits to everyone but Allen and his guests. Now anyone who wants to charter the megayacht, built by the German company Lürssen, can do so—as long as they can pay upwards of $2.2 million per week. For that sum, you and 11 other guests can enjoy eight decks of extravagant amenities including:
- Seven tenders
- Two helipads
- A submarine for underwater exploration
- An oceanographic hub for "explorers searching for lost shipwrecks and maritime artefacts"
- On-deck swimming pool
- Gym and wellness area
- Observation lounge
- A glass-bottomed aquarium
The accommodation includes a master suite (with private elevator and observation deck), two VIP apartments, seven double bedrooms and three twin staterooms.
"She has a ratio of 12 guests for just over 42 crew, which is quite exceptional," said Lockhart. "It's just the perfect yacht for exploration. She was built for cruising and exploration. She's been set up to be self-sufficient to go to remote areas, which is quite special."
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The Camper & Nicholsons website states that the Octopus has a maximum speed of roughly 19 knots and an ice-class hull. This means it can be chartered for winter cruises to Antarctica —an option that is increasingly popular, according to Lockhart.
"Certainly the larger yachts are more open to doing more extensive cruising and more remote destinations. Clients seem to want to be able to take their families to go to these destinations," she said.
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The largest yacht available for charter is the Flying Fox , according to Lockhart. The 136-meter vessel can accommodate up to 25 guests in 11 cabins, all of which have private sea-view terraces.
Flying Fox , which was built by Lürssen and launched in 2019, has amenities including a 12-meter swimming pool, a two-story spa and a professional diving center. Chartering it will cost upwards of $3.2 million a week from Imperial Yachts.
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No 3 on the list is Imperial's Lana . Built by Italian company Benetti and launched in 2020, Lana can house up to 12 guests and costs upwards of $1.9 million per week.
Newsweek has reached out to Imperial Yachts for comment.
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One of the largest and most spectacular examples of a full-fledged yachting and exploration vessel, 126-meter Octopus is equipped with highly sophisticated technology. Espen Øino International designed the striking exterior with a blue and white hull and superstructure, featuring two helipads and a hangar aft. The superyacht is capable of exploration and scientific research voyages requiring months at sea. One of her key features is an integrated dock for both the principal 20-meter guest tender and two submarines for exploring marine life, one of which is remotely controlled for reaching greater depths. Octopus also houses a professional music studio and a grandiose cinema, created by interior designer Jonathan Quinn Barnett.
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Launched back in the year 2003, the Octopus yacht was built by famous shipyard Lurssen out of Germany. Lurssen has been behind numerous other superyachts such as Kismet and Dilbar and many more. The exterior design was handled by Espen Øino Naval Architects while the interior was handled by American designer Jonathan Quinn Barnett.
Who Owns the Octopus Yacht?
The Octopus yacht was owned by Paul Allen, the co-founder of Microsoft. In addition to being a private pleasure yacht for Allen, the Octopus has served a variety of purposes over the years thanks to him loaning it out. It has served as an exploration vessel, been used for scientific research and has even seen use as a rescue vessel.
Allen died in 2018 and at that time the yacht underwent a refit at Blohm + Voss. In 2019 it was put on sale for a price of €295 million. The price was dropped by about 60 million and in 2021 it was picked up by an anonymous buyer. However, the anonymity didn’t last long and it was later revealed that Swedish billionaire Roger Samuelsson.
How Big is the Octopus Motor Yacht?
The Octopus more than qualifies as a superyacht coming in at an incredible 126.2 meters or 414 feet. While the largest yachts in the world are over 500 feet, the Octopus is clearly massive and could rightly be labeled a megayacht and one of the world’s largest yachts as well.
Aside from the incredible length of the vessel, it features a beam just shy of 69 feet across. The gross tonnage is 9,932.
How Much Did the Yacht Octopus Cost?
Paul Allen purchased the Octopus back in 2003. At that time the vessel cost him $200 million. Adjusted for inflation, that would work out to about $327 million by today, clearly making this one of the more expensive yachts in the world. That said, it still doesn’t meet the bar for one of the most expensive yachts ever by quite a bit.
Can You Charter the Octopus Yacht?
The Octopus is available for charter through the yacht firm Camper and Nicholsons but it’s definitely not available for most budgets. We’ve covered other yachts before that are owned by billionaires and are available for charter at some steep prices that often range around $1.2 million per week. The Octopus goes to the next level.
You can charter the Octopus for about $2.2 million per week and that doesn’t include expenses. So you’ll be paying for things like food and fuel separately. Suffice it to say that this is not a charter for everyone but the option is there.
Is the Octopus Yacht for Sale?
After its initial purchase in 2003 the Octopus was not available for sale until 2019 after owner Paul Allen passed away. There are currently some websites that claim the Octopus is for sale now and you can make an offer but the reliability of those sites is unknown and they do list the previous sale price from 2019 so they may not be current.
How Fast is the Octopus Yacht and What Engines Does it Use?
The Octopus has a cruising speed listed at 12.5 knots and a top speed listed at 19 knots. This is provided thanks to 8 MTU diesel engines that can generate a total of 19,200 hp. The yacht has an impressive range of up to 12,500 nautical miles at cruising speed thanks to her 1,034,000 liter fuel tanks
What’s the Octopus Yacht Interior Like?
The Octopus covers eight decks and has room on board for a total of 26 guests and 63 crew. The guests can find accommodations in a full-beam master suite, two VIP suites, seven double rooms and three twins, one with an additional single bed.
The master suite is on a dedicated owner’s deck and features a king size bed, his and hers en suite bathrooms and a private observation deck that includes an al fresco dining area. There’s also a private bar and Jacuzzi There is also an owner exclusive private elevator for use.
For years the details of the interior were a closely guarded secret while Paul Allen was still the owner. In fact, designer Espen Oeino said that this was the first yacht that ever required him to sign an NDA to keep its design secret. Since then he’s signed many more, but the Octopus was where it started. However, since Allen’s passing and the sale of the yacht, the transition to a vessel available for charter has allowed us to learn a lot more about the Octopus and its amenities and entertainment facilities.
Features and Amenities
The Octopus is an ice-class exploration yacht so it can go where many other luxury yachts cannot. It has two helipads as well as garages to house two helicopters. In addition, guests can find the following on board.
- There’s a large swimming pool to the aft of the yacht on the main deck. It features numerous loungers and its own cocktail bar. There’s also a retractable glass floor that covers the pool when not in use.
- A dance floor for parties
- A movie theater
- A well equipped gym for working out
- A relaxation spa that includes a sauna
- A large indoor/outdoor beach club area
- A large deck Jacuzzi
- A glass bottomed observation lounge
- A well-stocked library for those evenings when you want to curl up with a good book
For those who want to have some more intense fun out on the water, the Octopus has a number of toys that can be used.
- 59’5” Delta Powerboats 54′ Tender
- 30’8” Vikal Custom Limo Tender with a pair of 260 HP engines
- A 10-person submarine named Pagoo which we’ll talk more about shortly
- A dive center with a hyperbaric chamber and scuba gear
- A large swim platform
- A diving platform
- 4 separate 2 seat Yamaha FX140 Waverunners
- 2 separate 2 Person Hobie Pursuit Kayaks
- An Epic V5 Kayak
- 3 Windsurfers for a range of skill levels
- A stand up Yamaha jet ski
- 3 surfboards
- Kite surfers
- Water skis and a variety of towable toys
- Snorkeling gear
- Fishing gear
Octopus Rescue Work
The Octopus also features a not entirely typical on board submarine and also a very rare ROV or remote operated vehicle which is essentially a remote control sub. These had been used a number of times on rescue operations when Paul Allen owned the vessel.
The sub and ROV were used to help find a pilot and two officers who vanished off the coast of Palau, and even aided the Royal Navy in finding the bell from the HMS Hood which sank off of Denmark in WWII.
The Octopus has also aided in scientific research, most notably when researchers were studying coelacanth, a species of prehistoric fish thought to have been extinct for millions of years.
What is the Octopus Yacht Deck Plan?
You can see the full deck plans here. The Octopus was designed to feature some things you would never expect to find on a yacht. For instance, it had a fully equipped recording studio where the band U2 did some recording. The studio also hosted Usher, Mick Jagger and Joss Stone. However, the studio has since been replaced with a bar and lounge area.
In addition to the studio the yacht was designed with a storm cabin to help minimize the effects of bad weather and a full medical center in case of emergencies. Many of these features no longer exist since the retrofit after Paul Allen’s death.
One extremely unique feature is the central clock. Braided stainless-steel shrouds from a sailing vessel were strung on either side of the grand staircase from lower to upper deck. The designer enlisted the aid of a 102-year-old German clock making company to help bring the idea to life. It also uses digital audio software so that on a regular basis the strings can play snippets from literally any song to indicate the passage of time.
The Bottom Line
The Octopus yacht was once owned by Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen until his death in 2018. Afterwards, some of the yacht was redesigned and it was sold for close to $300 million to Swedish billionaire Roger Samuelsson.
The Octopus is a massive exploration yacht measuring 414 feet making it large but nowhere near as big as something like the massive Azzam . It has been used for scientific research and rescue missions in the past and is now available for charter though at a steep price.
While it has many of the expected amenities of luxury yachts it also features some more exotic fare like the minisub with room for 8 passengers and two crew, as well as a stunning array of toys and other features.
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Secret buyer nabs Microsoft grandee’s superyacht for £200m
For £1m a week you can rent 126-metre ship built for Paul Allen, with two helicopters, two subs and a recording studio
A vast “explorer class” superyacht built for Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen has been sold for almost £200m, and is now available to rent for anyone with about a £1m to drop for a week.
Octopus was the world’s largest yacht when she was built for Allen in 2003 and the 126-metre vessel marked a turning point in superyacht design, capable of being used for deep sea exploration as well as living a life of luxury on the high seas.
On the market since Allen’s death in 2018, the superyacht was originally listed for sale at €295m (£250m) before being reduced to €235m. It is believed to have sold for slightly under the asking price. The Allen family office declined to comment.
The identity of the Scandinavian buyer is unknown, but it is to be made available for charter via Mayfair-based yacht broker Camper & Nicholsons . The broker, which declined to comment, has not yet set a weekly rental price. However, other very large superyachts can cost as much as £1m a week to rent.
In 2019, Kylie Jenner, the Keeping up with the Kardashians reality TV star and cosmetics empire billionaire, spent €1.1m chartering the 91.5m (300ft) yacht Tranquility .
The eight-deck Octopus has 13 guest suites, including a private owner’s deck. There is also a cinema, a gym, a spa, a basketball court, a pool (which converts into a dancefloor) and a pizza oven. It features not one but two helicopters, two submarines and space for seven tenders and a large SUV. The yacht has quarters for up to 63 crew.
Allen, a keen adventurer, asked superyacht designer Espen Øino to create a yacht capable of carrying out expeditions. “It was a very ambitious brief, because none of the tenders, tools, RVs, subs, helicopters could be outside – they should all be concealed,” Øino has said.
The ship was used by the Titanic director, James Cameron, for a dive to the bottom of the 10,925 metres to the Mariana trench, the deepest point in the world.
Allen also used the ship to help to recover the bell from the British battleship HMS Hood, which was sunk by the Bismarck in the North Atlantic.
“When I first stood on the bridge, I felt as though I was on a spaceship,” Allen wrote in his autobiography Idea Man. He said having a pool, basketball court, cinema, and recording studio on the boat meant “all my passions come together in one movable feast”.
“It turns out if you go 1,000 ft down in the ocean, it’s really dark, and the animals are really strange,” Allen said in 2011. “But if you put on some Pink Floyd, it’s fantastic.”
The onboard recording studio has been used by Mick Jagger, Bono, Usher and Joss Stone. Øino has said equipping the recording studio to Allen’s demands had been a particular challenge.
“Mr Allen’s interest in music was enormous and the acoustic quality was nothing less than a shore-based one,” Øino said. “There were 54 tonnes of AV/IT equipment aboard. A very complex boat in many ways. I think he loved it.”
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OCTOPUS YACHT CHARTER
126.2m / 414'1 lurssen 2003 / 2021.
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Special Features:
- Stunning interiors with 13 guest suites
- Vast Owner's deck, including bar, Jacuzzi, alfresco dining area and private elevator
- Large aft swimming pool surrounded by loungers and full cocktail bar
- Cinema suite
- Superb wellness amenities
- Glass-bottomed observation lounge on her tank deck
- 2 helicopters with dedicated hangar
- Personal submarine for 8 people, plus 2 crew
- Dive centre with hyperbaric chamber
- 12,500nm range
Octopus is Ideal for those planning an extended itinerary, with plenty of room on board
The 126.2m/414'1" expedition yacht 'Octopus' by the German shipyard Lurssen offers flexible accommodation for up to 12 guests in 13 cabins and features interior styling by American designer Jonathan Quinn Barnett.
Built in 2003, Octopus is made for thrilling adventure and exploration in the most remote places around the globe. She has sensational features such as a helipad, movie theatre, spa, elevator, underwater lights, beach club and gym.
Guest Accommodation
Octopus offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests in 13 suites comprising a master suite and twelve double cabins. The supremely spacious full beam master suite benefits from a his and her bathroom. There are up to forty-two crew members on board to provide outstanding service on your charter.
Onboard Comfort & Entertainment
A charter on Octopus is comfortable and convenient thanks to the provided amenities such as a dancefloor where you and your guests can celebrate in style. Elsewhere Octopus boasts a movie theatre, perfect to relax after a long day on the water. Visit the sauna and disconnect in peace and quiet plus for the ultimate relaxation experience, she plays host to a luxury spa. The swimming pool is perfect for exercising or admiring a romantic sunrise. Make your day truly exceptional at the beach club or maintain your fitness routine and work out in the well-equipped gym. Sit back with a glass of champagne in the deck jacuzzi.
Octopus benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter such as an elevator, making any part of the yacht quickly and easily accessible. Access to the most exotic destinations is easy thanks to the helipad plus satellite communication systems keep you in touch wherever you voyage. At night, guests can enjoy a mesmerizing light spectacle in the water thanks to underwater lights or whether you want to work, use social media or stream movies on board this yacht, you can with Wi-Fi connectivity. Guests will experience complete comfort while chartering thanks to air conditioning.
Performance & Range
Built with a steel hull and steel superstructure, she offers greater on-board space and is more stable when at anchor thanks to her full-displacement hull. Powered by 8 x MTU engines, she comfortably cruises at 12 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 19 knots with a range of up to 12,500 nautical miles from her 1,034,000 litre fuel tanks at cruising speed. An advanced stabilisation system on board reduces the side-to-side roll of the yacht and promises guests exceptional comfort levels at anchor or when underway.
Onboard Octopus has a large selection of toys and accessories to keep you and your guests entertained on the water throughout your stay. Take to the sea on a Jet Ski offering you power and control on the water. Guests can experience the thrill and adventure of riding one of the four Yamaha FX140 WaveRunners. Another excellent feature are towable toys offering fun and adventure. If that isn't enough Octopus also features waterskis, a Kite Surfer, kayaks, WindSurfers, fishing equipment and much more. When it comes to Tenders, Octopus has you covered - with five tenders, including a 18.1m/59'5" Delta Powerboats Tender.
Octopus is available upon request for charter this winter. She is already accepting bookings this summer for cruising in Northern Europe.
Expedition yacht Octopus is an outstanding pedigree yacht that delivers on all fronts for superlative luxury yacht vacations.
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For your relaxation and entertainment Octopus has the following facilities, for more details please speak to your yacht charter broker.
Octopus is reported to be available to Charter with the following recreation facilities:
- 1 x 18.1m / 59'5 Delta Powerboats 54' Tender
- 1 x 9.34m / 30'8 Vikal Custom Limo Tender with 2 x 260 HP engines
- 2 x 8.7m / 28'7 Zodiac Custom Tender
- 2 x 5.8m / 19' Zodiac Milpro MK-V Tender Volvo 70 HP engine
- 1 x 4.7m / 15'5 Zodiac RIB
For a full list of all available amenities & entertainment facilities, or price to hire additional equipment please contact your broker.
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$2,200,000 p/week + expenses
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77m | Damen Yachting
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The yacht houses a host of luxurious features including a helicopter hangar, a 10-person submarine, and multiple leisure and wellness facilities. Octopus can accommodate 12 guests along with a crew of 42, providing unmatched hospitality. The yacht is estimated to be worth $285 million, with annual running costs of around $29 million.
Octopus is a 126-metre (413 ft) megayacht built for Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen. She is one of the world's largest yachts. She is one of the world's largest yachts. Launched in 2003 at a cost of $200 million, [1] Octopus is a private vessel that has been loaned out for exploration projects, scientific research and rescue missions.
After one year of employment, Octopus Yachts offers a 401k with employer matching; Available Positions. Service Writer/Customer Service Representative. Job Duties: ... Job Duties: The Project Manager is responsible for providing a key link between the technical team, sales team, parts team and our customers to ensure projects are completed to ...
Octopus was listed in 2019 for $325 million almost a year after Allen died at age 65. The price dropped at some point to $278 million, Bloomberg reported. Bloomberg reported that Burgess, a broker ...
OCTOPUS yacht tenders OCTOPUS Price & Charter. The former owner of the OCTOPUS superyacht paid a price of US $200 million for the yacht in 2003 and she generates annual running costs between US $20 and 35 million. As of 2022, OCTOPUS is available for charter for the first time ever since her launch. She costs approximately 2.2 Million Euro's ...
Octopus Yachts provides precision marine electrical and systems engineering, focusing on customer service and pride of workmanship By consolidating all aspects of systems installation from initial ...
One of the best things about flying into the South of France is the view. The brilliant blue coastline is peppered with hundreds of yachts. On this flight, however, just one of the boats below us demands our attention: the 126-metre explorer Octopus.. The following day, in the port of Marseille where her new owner's team is wrapping up a refit before Octopus departs for the Galápagos, I ...
Iconic yachts: On board Paul Allen's 126m Lürssen superyacht Octopus. When the late Paul Allen's Octopus was launched in 2003, she stood alone in the yachting world. At 126m length, she was easily the largest explorer yacht ever built, and one of the biggest yachts outright. But in many ways, she heralded a new era of owning very large boats ...
This iconic yacht is available to charter for $2,378,000 per week. Guests who charter Octopus walk away, having seen more than they would on any other ordinary superyacht; if you could call a superyacht ordinary, that is. Find similar Lurssen superyachts o n Yachtworld. Above: Octopuss NFT superyacht by Cloud Yachts.
Octopus docked in Monaco.Via Youtube / @Emman's Vlog FR The parking charges are synonymous with the gigantic yacht - Attending the Monaco Grand Prix is on everyone's bucket list, but enjoying it from a $285 million megayacht is an entirely different flex. If chartering the mammoth 414-footer is a big deal at a $2.4 million weekly charge ...
Lana from Imperial Yachts, 107 meters (351 feet) Lockhart told Newsweek that Octopus has only recently become available for charter. It was built for Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, who died in ...
Octopus is listed for charter with Camper & Nicholsons asking $2,200,000 per week. The yacht will remain in the Caribbean this summer before heading to Antarctica for the winter. LIONESS V. Benetti. Camper & Nicholsons has released new images of the 126 metre Lürssen Octopus as she joins the charter market.
Built bigger, better, and dripping with luxury, superyachts can often feel like their own private hotel drifting through the ocean. But one, in particular, i...
Octopus is a motor yacht with an overall length of m. The yacht's builder is Lürssen Yachts from Germany, who launched Octopus in 2003. The superyacht has a beam of m, a draught of m and a volume of . GT.. Octopus features exterior design by Espen Øino International and interior design by Jonathan Quinn Barnett Ltd. Up to 26 guests can be accommodated on board the superyacht, Octopus, and ...
126-meter luxury megayacht. Interior by Jonathan Quinn Barnett and exterior by Espen Øino International. Innovative bespoke construction by Lürssen, master German shipbuilder since 1875. Custom-built for exploration and scientific research, complete with two submarines and a professional music studio. Delivered in 2003.
The Octopus more than qualifies as a superyacht coming in at an incredible 126.2 meters or 414 feet. While the largest yachts in the world are over 500 feet, the Octopus is clearly massive and could rightly be labeled a megayacht and one of the world's largest yachts as well.. Aside from the incredible length of the vessel, it features a beam just shy of 69 feet across.
Octopus was the world's largest yacht when she was built for Allen in 2003 and the 126-metre vessel marked a turning point in superyacht design, capable of being used for deep sea exploration as ...
Following her recent sale, the spectacular 126m/414ft Lurssen explorer yacht OCTOPUS marks her debut onto the charter market for the very first time since her celebrated launch in 2003. She is expected to be made available for charter from January 2022 following a winter yard period, where the new Owner will undoubtedly want to put his own stamp on the yacht ensuring she is in turnkey ...
About OCTOPUS. The legendary Octopus is a formidable 126m superyacht. This proven world explorer is the ultimate luxury adventure, allowing intrepid dreams to become a reality. Now, for the first time ever, she is available for charter since her launch in 2003. For the audacious and daring, nothing is off limits.
The Octopus yacht was built by Lurssen, with Espen Oeino handling the exterior design and Jonathan Quinn Barnett completing the design for the interior. Capable of a cruising speed of 17 knots, the Octopus has a top speed of 20 knots. She can sleep 26 guests and a crew of 57. What makes the Octopus yacht such a spectacle, aside from its massive ...
The 126.2m/414'1" 'Octopus' expedition yacht built by the German shipyard Lurssen is available for charter for up to 12 guests in 13 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by American designer Jonathan Quinn Barnett. Explorer yacht Octopus is the ultimate vessel for exploring far-flung corners of the globe, and whether you're traversing the tropics or the poles, you'll be in capable ...
The late Microsoft Corp. co-founder Paul Allen's 414-foot superyacht "Octopus," last offered for 235 million euros ($278 million), has been sold to an undisclosed buyer. The sale comes amid ...