Saudi businessman’s 377-feet Lurssen superyacht was so magnificent that billionaires started making offers the moment he took delivery of the vessel. Roman Abramovich made an offer so ridiculously high that the sheik immediately sold him his boat after taking just one cruise on it.
Pelorus, the mighty—
With two 3,900kW Wärtsilä V12 engines and four 465kVA alternators, Pelorus is a powerful beast, and that’s an understatement. Adding the pretty to the powerful is the indomitable team of Tim Heywood on exteriors and beachside villa interiors by Terence Disdale.
The many owners of superyacht Pelorus—
After Abramovich, the luxury vessel went to his now ex-wife, Irina Abramovich, as part of her divorce settlement, who sold the Lurssen beauty in 2011 for $300 million to tycoon David Geffen. Pelorus was then sold to Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan (Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates) for $215 million and finally went to Chinese billionaire Samuel Tak Lee in 2016.
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She was originally commissioned by a Saudi Arabian as a replacement for Coral Island. He loved the finished product but, when made an offer that was too good to refuse, sold her to the Russian tycoon Roman Abramovich. David Geffen bought her in May 2011. The yacht is the work of two internationally known designers: Tim Heywood, who drew the superstructure and working areas, and Terence Disdale, who created an interior that revels in the informal atmosphere of a beachside villa. This yacht has everything: two helicopter pads, a swimming pool with artificial current, a spa pool, and an owner’s suite with 180-degree panoramic views that opens to a private deck. The quality of the engineering is stunning, with many of the systems, including the bowthruster, being provided with a back-up, while the control of all propulsion units is united in a ‘Lipstick’ that allows a single joystick to precisely manoeuvre the yacht. The vessel is managed by 46 crew, including seven engineers and five personal staff.
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PELORUS is a 114.5 m Motor Yacht, built in Germany by Lurssen and delivered in 2003.
Her top speed is 20.0 kn, her cruising speed is 18.0 kn, and she boasts a maximum cruising range of 6000.0 nm at 12.0 kn, with power coming from two Wartsila diesel engines. She can accommodate up to 18 guests in 9 staterooms, with 46 crew members. She has a gross tonnage of 5317.0 GT and a 17.2 m beam.
She was designed by Tim Heywood , who has designed 61 other superyachts in the BOAT Pro database.
The naval architecture was developed by Lurssen , who has architected 71 other superyachts in the BOAT Pro database, and the interior of the yacht was designed by Terence Disdale , who has 77 other superyacht interiors designed in the BOAT Pro database - she is built with a Teak deck, a Steel hull, and Aluminium and Steel superstructure.
PELORUS is in the top 5% by LOA in the world. She is one of 70 motor yachts longer than 100m, and, compared to similarly sized motor yachts, her cruising speed is 2.09 kn above the average, and her top speed 0.3 kn above the average.
PELORUS is currently sailing under the Saint Vincent and the Grenadines flag (along with a total of other 118 yachts). She is currently located at the superyacht marina Limassol Marina, in Cyprus, where she has been located for 1 week. For more information regarding PELORUS's movements, find out more about BOATPro AIS .
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- Name: PELORUS
- Yacht Type: Motor Yacht
- Builder: Lurssen
- Naval Architect: Lurssen
- Exterior Designer: Tim Heywood
- Interior Designer: Terence Disdale
- Refits: 2019,2020,2024
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Pelorus is a 115m motor yacht custom built by Lurssen Yachts in 2003. The mega yacht’s elegant exterior lines are the work of Tim Heywood. She features interior design by Terence Disdale.
Motor yacht Pelorus has a steel hull and aluminium superstructure. With a generous beam of 17.2m, she has a spacious interior with room for up to 22 guests and 42 crew members.
In 2007 Pelorus emerged from a refit carried out by Blohm + Voss shipyard, which saw the addition of a second helicopter pad, new paint and zero-speed stabilizers.
The mega yacht also has a large pool, Jacuzzi, and numerous toys and tender on board.
Pelorus can reach a top speed of 20 knots and cruises comfortably at 18 knots. She is equipped for long-distance cruising, with a range of 6000 nautical miles at 16 knots.
In 2018 Pelorus underwent a major refit by Kusch Yachts.
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The 115-meter megayacht Pelorus, delivered in 2003, has earned a reputation for extraordinary grandeur as well as innovation. Her profile is marked by a high sheer line, giving her a powerful presence. The exterior design by Tim Heywood incorporates the four lower decks within the hull, a creative solution that allows a full-beam floor layout. Her interior has an atmosphere of beach-chic at sea, using natural materials and exotic textures. Outstanding features of Terence Disdale’s design include several terraces with doors that open out of the side of the hull for an indoor/outdoor experience that allows guests to feel truly at one with the sea.
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Superyacht Pelorus – One of the World’s Largest Private Superyachts
Owned by American movie mogul David Geffen, the Pelorus is a superyacht that overwhelmingly lives up to its christened title. Pelorus is the anglicised version of the Greek Pelorios which refers to immenseness.
Designed according to the specifications of Tim Heywood (external designing) and Terence Disdale (internal designing) designing corporations, the superyacht was built by the German yacht building conglomerate Lurssen. Launched in the year 2003, Pelorus is rated amongst the world’s biggest privately-owned superyachts.
Built in Lurssen’s Bremen shipbuilding yard, the vessel bears the Bermudian registration flag. Prior to being owned by David Geffen, the vessel boasts of several premier ownership rights, first under a Saudi business tycoon and later on with the Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich.
Key Points
– The superyacht measures 377. 3 ft lengthwise, 56.4 ft breadth wise and has a draught of almost 15.0 ft
– Maximal transition speed of 20 metres with a navigational speed of 18 metres
– Well-equipped to accommodate 20 patrons a crew of 41 members
– The body of Pelorus is built of steel with an aluminium super-structuring support
– Functionality is through two Wartsila diesel engines, each generating energy up to 5,300 Horsepower
Amenities aboard the vessel include a couple of heli-decks, Jacuzzis and spas, Jet Skis and several other assorted water activities’ equipments. This accentuates the whole experiencing of living aboard the vessel. The vessel is available for chartering for interested patrons. Pelorus navigates the western part of the Mediterranean while traversing through the waters of the Suez during the months of autumn and winter. Considering the popularity of the vessel and the navigational route it takes, it wouldn’t be wrong to assume that the list of potential takers for chartering would be minimal.
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Samuel Tak Lee’s Acquisition of the Pelorus Superyacht. In recent news, it has been reported that Samuel Tak Lee is the current owner of the luxurious superyacht Pelorus, which measures 377 feet and is one of the largest yachts in the world. The yacht was previously owned by Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich and was later sold to David ...
The yacht’s owner is billionaire Samuel Tak Lee. Tak Lee is a billionaire based in Hong Kong, he is the Chairman of Prudential Enterprises, active in property development. He listed her for sale in September 2022. Her asking price is EUR 185 million, which is more or less $200 million.
The original owner of Pelorus was a Saudi businessman who already owned a 72 metre motor yacht that he wanted to extend. Designer Tim Heywood was commissioned to investigate this possibility but could not find a really satisfactory result and instead proposed a new yacht of 85 metres.
While owned by Abramovich, the yacht had a full-time crew of up to 46, in addition to a large security contingent that travelled with his family. Pelorus would cruise the western Mediterranean Sea during the summers, and commonly ventured down through the Suez Canal for the winters.
The many owners of superyacht Pelorus— After Abramovich, the luxury vessel went to his now ex-wife, Irina Abramovich, as part of her divorce settlement, who sold the Lurssen beauty in 2011 for $300 million to tycoon David Geffen.
In the world rankings for largest yachts, the superyacht, Pelorus, is listed at number 54. She is the 22nd-largest yacht built by Lürssen Yachts. Pelorus's owner is shown in SYT iQ and is exclusively available to subscribers. On SuperYacht Times, we have 51 photos of the yacht, Pelorus, and she is featured in 48 yacht news articles.
PELORUS is a 114.5 m Motor Yacht, built in Germany by Lurssen and delivered in 2003. Her top speed is 20.0 kn, her cruising speed is 18.0 kn, and she boasts a maximum cruising range of 6000.0 nm at 12.0 kn, with power coming from two Wartsila diesel engines.
Pelorus is a 115m motor yacht custom built by Lurssen Yachts in 2003. The mega yacht’s elegant exterior lines are the work of Tim Heywood. She features interior design by Terence Disdale.
115-meter luxury megayacht. Interior by Terence Disdale and exterior by Tim Heywood. Bespoke construction by Lürssen, master German shipbuilder since 1875. Custom-built with innovative elements like indoor/outdoor terraces that open out of the side. Delivered in 2003.
Owned by American movie mogul David Geffen, the Pelorus is a superyacht that overwhelmingly lives up to its christened title. Pelorus is the anglicised version of the Greek Pelorios which refers to immenseness.