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The Yacht Villa

Unique Home Floating On The Water

This innovative floating luxury home made entirely of stainless steel is truly a first-of-its-kind autonomous floating “villa” rental. The highlight of the mansion is the large furnished deck elevated 20 feet over the water for breathtaking panoramic views. It features a massive grand salon with scenic panorama glass walls, dining space for 12, a chef’s kitchen, and a gorgeous outdoor terrace. The living space includes 3 staterooms with luxury king bedding, full designer baths, and a walk-in pantry/laundry. The below deck boasts an 800 sq.ft theater, a game room, and 2 additional state rooms. On the rooftop, enjoy massive 2400-square feet space with a 360 degree view from the top deck, with a luxurious lounge area and hot tub.

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Luxury Yachts for Sale

Access the worlds global fleet of luxury yachts for sale including mega yachts, super yachts, sailing yachts and motor yachts.

Browse our selection of some of the worlds finest luxury yachts for sale below, using the filters on the search feature to narrow down the selection.

We have direct access to hundreds of luxury yachts for sale. If you don’t see your perfect super yacht or mega yacht for sale, contact us with your requirements and we will hunt it down for you.

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Our longstanding relationships with yacht owners and international shipyards ensure access to many more luxury yachts for sale, including mega yachts currently under construction and "off market" vessels : superyachts for sale that are not advertised on the public market. 

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Our yacht brokers will guide you through the sales process to find the perfect yacht for you, all the way from arranging initial private viewings through to sea trials, survey, closing and afterwards. Not only does buying a yacht mean the right boat at the right price, but also ensuring clear legal title with consideration given to all technical, financial, and fiscal safeguards. 

Obtain Accurate Information

The market is fast moving. We travel the world viewing yachts that are for sale and visiting shipyards to ensure that we can advise you of the best super yacht and mega yacht sales and purchase opportunities so that buyers and sellers can take the right decision at the right time.

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Our yacht sales brokerage team are respected in the industry for their knowledge and integrity.  Whether you are a buyer looking for the ideal super yacht for sale and the best yachts prices, or a seller hoping to achieve the best possible mega yacht sale, our yacht brokers will always work in your best interests.

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Whether you are a first time buyer or experienced owner, our experienced  team and worldwide contacts will provide you with expert advice and full support before, during, and after the sale. Complete yacht management and yacht ownership services including flag, company formation, VAT, registration, charter, management, berthing, crew. If there is something that we don't know how to do, we will tell you and introduce you to someone who does.

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For a personalised selection of yacht prices, boats for sale both publicly for sale and off-market please feel free to contact our brokers in the strictest confidence and they will help guide you through the many yachts to choose from and towards the ideal yacht for you. 

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Villa Yachting is a young family-owned boutique company specialised in yacht sales & purchase and luxury yacht charter, offering a tailored first class service and the highest level attention to our clients.

Our team of professionals is committed in delivering the highest level of service to owners, buyers and charterers throughout every step of the superyacht journey.

Villa Yachting has been launched by Michela Villa, CEO & Founder, qualified broker since 2009. Michela has over 20 years track record in the maritime and yachting industry.

Michela has always been committed to build close relationships with her clients based on trust, honesty and dedication.

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The decision to purchase a superyacht is an exciting process.

With bringing your ideas and dreams into a structured plan, Villa Yachting will assist you in finding your superyacht, negotiate the contracts, get the crew enrolled, arrange the flag and ownership structure.

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Livable Yacht

Luxury living, seamless spaces.

Live in comfort and luxury in total autonomy, and enjoy life between the sea, the sky, and the city. Dock in a metropolitan marina or anchor in a tranquil bay. There’s just something about living on the water, coming home to the light shimmering on the surface after a long day in the city. It’s an experience you’ll never forget.

Total living space : 4,350 sqft Indoor living space : 2,700 sqft Bedrooms : 4 Bathrooms : 4.5

The 456 sqft retractable terrace adds plenty of outdoor space and is surrounded by shock resistant glass railings.

The sun deck located at the stern can be immersed, turning into a sea pool.

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Technical features.

ARKUP livable yachts combine the best attributes of yachts, floating houses, and waterfront villas, with the added benefits of being self-sufficient, sustainable, and environmentally friendly. The ARKUP livable yacht was conceived to be “future-proof”, from its ability to withstand or avoid extreme weather events to its self-contained systems that allow fully off-the-grid living.

Length : 75 ft Beam : 32 ft Air draft: 34 ft Draft : 5 ft

Off-the-grid Living

The 2,300 sqft roof collects the rainwater and is covered with 36 kW solar electric panels which generate sufficient green energy to live off-the-grid. Live ecologically while being self-sufficient with water and electricity. Enjoy living off the grid and feel the satisfaction of minimizing your carbon footprint.

Solar power : 36kW Battery capacity : 182kWh Water purification Water tanks : 2x 4,000 GAL

The 2,300 sqft roof is covered with 36 kW solar electric panels which generate sufficient green energy to live off-the-grid.

Rainwater is collected from the roof, then stored in the hull and purified to ensure fresh water full-autonomy.

Silent Cruising

Electric propulsion.

You are free to move your home as you want. Two noise-free electric thrusters of 136 hp each rotate 180° for the best maneuverability to propel the yacht up to 5 knots.  Thanks to the solar power and water harvesting, you can cruise silently in waterways, bays, or lakes to find the perfect spot you want to stay in for your weekend or vacation. 

Propulsion : Electric Thrusters : 2x 100 kW Cruising speed : 3 kts Max speed : 5 kts

Two noise-free electric thrusters of 136 hp each rotate 180° for the best maneuverability to propel the yacht up to 5 knots.

The helm station allows to easily navigate and manage the jack-up operating system, ballasts, battery, and tanks capacities.

Comfort & Safety

Self-lifting system.

The four 40ft long hydraulic legs allow to anchor in up to 20ft water depths and lift the livable yacht above the sea-level, avoiding any seasickness. No matter the weather conditions and high winds, surge and floods are no longer an issue thanks to this self-lifting system making you feel 100% safe and protected

Hull material : steel Hull config. : 25 compartments Spuds : 4x 40 ft  Lifting capacity : 360 Tons

The four 40ft long hydraulic legs allow to anchor in up to 20ft water depths and lift the livable yacht above the sea level.

The hull accommodates separate technical rooms for hydraulic, electrical, and water-related equipment, and storage room.

Main Specifications

• Overall length (excl. boat lift) 75 ft (23m)
• Overall beam (excl. sliding deck) 32 ft (10m)
• 5 ft draft (1.4m)
• 34 ft air draft (11 m)
• 268 Tons displacement (full load)
• 4x 40 ft-long steel spuds (customizable on demand)
• Semi-automated self-elevating operating system
• 2,400 sq ft solar panels (223 m²)
• 4,350 sq ft total space (404 m²)
• 2,700 sq ft total indoor space (251 m²)
• 1,650 sq ft total outdoor space (153 m²)
• 2 decks | 5 terraces
• 4 en-suite bedrooms (8 people)
• Waterstudio.NL | Dutch architectural design
• US Coast Guards safety and construction standards
• ABYC recreational vessel standards design
• 270 deg. panoramic views
• Bureau Veritas certified hull
• High-grade insulation
• AC healthy and soothing indoor climate
• Energy Recovery Ventilation
• 6 independent reverse AC zones
• Floor to ceiling impact resistant bay windows
• Smart house automation
• Off-grid with green energy generation
• LED lighting system indoor & outdoor
• Hurricane cat. 4 winds resistant design (155 mph)
• Deck and terraces with Esthec finishing
• 2x 100kW azimuth electric thrusters (272 hp)
• Cruising Speed 2-3 knots
• Max speed 5 knots
• Daily Range 4 to 10h / 8 up to 20 nautical miles (37 km)
• Navigation and anchor lights
• NAVIO control and display system
• Depth finder
• VHF marine radio and horn
• 8mm steel modular pontoons
• 4 ballasts (4,5 m³ each)
• 3 technical rooms 355 sq ft (33 m³)
• 7 storage rooms 590 sq ft (55 m³)
• 4,000 GAL freshwater tank (15 m³)
• 4,000 GAL black/gray water tank (15 m³)
• Rainwater purification system
• Desalination unit (optional)
• Water heater
• Marine Sewage Device (optional)
• Lithium-Ion battery up to 1,000 kWh
• DNV-GL approved Orca Energy Storage System
• Electric and hydraulic power units
• Central vacuum cleaning unit
• Underwater lighting (optional)
• 50 sq ft retractable access platform (4,6 m²)
• Double front door with a spacious foyer
• 775 sq ft living room (72 m²)
• Open concept Miele fully equipped kitchen
• Office or crew cabin with 2 berths
• Sliding wall integrating living area & office
• 9.5 ft ceiling height (2,9 m)
• 1 powder room
• Laundry with washing machine and dryer
• Trashroom with trash compactor
• 720 sq ft fixed terrace with outdoor kitchen (67 m²)
• Helm station (cover included)
• 455 sq ft sliding deck (42 m²)
• 125 sq ft sun deck with lifting platform (12 m²)
• All-around glass railing
• Boat lift (30 feet | 5 Tons max)
• Storage space
• Hidden hull accesses
• Compressed air supply in storage/trash room
• Freshwater fill cap
• Shore power plugin
• Waste pump-out deck outlet
• Boat cleats
• Direct access with stairs from the foyer
• 8.5 ft ceiling height (2,6 m)
• 1 en-suite master bedroom with walk-in closet,
• balcony, and free-standing bath
• 1 en-suite VIP guest bedroom with balcony
• 1 en-suite guest bedroom
• Master and VIP rooms equipped with king-size beds
• Automatic electric shades hidden in recessed pockets
• 2,400 sq ft solar panels | 36 kW
• Communications system
• Rainwater harvesting system
• Lightning protection system
• Fire extinguishers
• Smoke detectors
• Water leak detectors
• Video-surveillance system
• Real-time systems monitoring
• Bilge pumps
• Fenders (x4)
• 60 kW backup generator (optional)
• Backup/emergency inverter
• Emergency anchor
• Safety pool net Stern

WHAT IS THE TYPICAL USE FOR ARKUP LIVABLE YACHTS? Owners can use the livable yacht as a recreational vessel that can provide the feel and comfort of home. For investors, the vessels represent an unparalleled opportunity as seasonal or event rentals (in compliance with local regulations depending on the jurisdiction).

LIVING ON THE WATER: WHAT ARE THE WORLD TRENDS OF THIS NEW LIFESTYLE? Although Arkup’s livable yachts are vessels, they can be used as floating houses, which have become popular as housing in some parts of the world (for example, in the Netherlands, the American West Coast, and in Southeast Asia). Arkup livable yachts are “future-proof” dwellings, whose mobility and flexibility make them resilient to floods, storm surge, and sea-level rise. Used as overwater villas, they also offer a key solution to urban growth and space scarcity.

WHAT IS THE RESALE VALUE OF A LIVABLE YACHT OVER TIME? A simple, practical concept — modular, adaptable, and built to last — the Arkup livable yacht will hold its value over time.  Compared with those of a traditional yacht, the vessel’s operational expenses are limited, and its features are designed to withstand extreme weather events and changes in water level, making it the ideal home of the future.

WHAT IS THE PRICE RANGE OF AN ARKUP LIVABLE YACHT? The price of the 75-foot Arkup livable yacht starts at $3.5 M, up to $5.5 M. The vessel can be customized to the needs and taste of each client.

IS THE INTERIOR DESIGN CUSTOMIZABLE? The Arkup livable yacht can be delivered in a stripped-down version — decorator ready — or fully furnished and ready to move in. Bespoke projects can be developed to suit each client’s needs and tastes.

HOW MUCH TIME BETWEEN ORDER AND DELIVERY OF THE LIVABLE YACHT? Standard delivery time is 14 to 18 months after order confirmation and plans approval, depending on desired technology and customization.

WHERE CAN THE VESSELS BE DELIVERED? Manufactured in Miami, Arkup livable yachts are delivered via waterways to coastal areas, accessible interior lakes, and large rivers around the world (cost of delivery provided on request).

WHAT IS THE USUAL MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST? Maintenance is limited: changing filters, lubricating the hydraulic pilings, cleaning the hull, pumping out the wastewater tank, inspecting and testing safety-features inspections, washing the solar roof.

CAN ARKUP LIVABLE YACHTS BE USED AS SEASONAL RENTALS?

Arkup livable yachts can be chartered to carry as many as 12 passengers with or without a crew, operating as an Uninspected Passenger Vessel over 100 gross tons or as a Recreational Vessel — a bareboat charter — according to the U.S. Coast Guards’ safety standards and regulations.

IS THERE ANY TAX INCENTIVE FOR BUYING AN ARKUP LIVABLE YACHT? The maximum taxes levied on the sale of a vessel in the State of Florida are $18,000, including both sales and use tax and discretionary sales surtax. Although there is no direct tax incentive for purchasing a 100-percent solar-electric vessel, you will have no utility bills because the Arkup Livable Yacht generates its own power and water, and it can operate off-the-grid. The property tax does not apply to recreational vessels. The annual registration fee for an Arkup Livable Yacht is approximately $150.

WHERE CAN I LIVE WITH SUCH A VESSEL? The same kind of areas where large yachts dock: marina slips, private docks, waterfront properties, privately-owned submerged lands, or regulated anchorage.

IS IT A HOUSE OR A VESSEL IN VIEW OF LAWS AND REGULATIONS? It is a recreational vessel that must be registered and titled.

WHAT ARE THE ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS FOR OPERATING AN ARKUP LIVABLE YACHT? Laws prohibit anchoring in protected areas in an effort to preserve the waters and sea bottoms. Black- and gray-water discharge must be conducted in compliance with the regulations of individual local jurisdictions.

HOW IS SAFETY ADDRESSED IN OPERATIONS? Safe operating procedures (navigation, boat lift, sliding terrace, and hydraulic pilings) are detailed in the operational manual and will be addressed during owner training. 

WHAT ARE ONBOARD SAFETY DEVICES? Glass railings and handrails, life vests, smoke detectors, sprinklers and fire extinguishers, alarms (smoke, bilge water, intrusion) and automated bilge pumps, lightning protection, CCTV cameras, and VHF are included. All alarms are connected and monitored in real-time.

WHAT TYPE OF WARRANTY DOES ARKUP OFFER? ARKUP offers 3 years on hull and superstructure, 2 years on power, jack-up, and propulsion systems, and 1 year on all items manufactured by Arkup. Accessories and components made by third parties installed by Arkup are covered by direct warranties of their own with a 12-month minimum coverage (i.e. electronic instruments, controls, accessories, air conditioning systems, appliances, windows, etc.)

WHAT ARE THE OPERATIONAL LIMITS OF THE VESSEL? The vessel is designed and engineered according to U.S. Coast Guard standards for recreational vessels in partially protected waters. The maximum anchoring depth is 25 feet (7.5 meters). The vessel is also compliant with the MCA LY3 Short Range Yacht stability criterion (waves < 1.83m/6 ft ; wind < 16kts).

WHAT DOES “HURRICANE-PROOF” MEAN? The Arkup livable yacht structure and anchoring system are designed to resist high winds of as much as 156 miles per hour, or 250 kilometers per hour — equivalent to a Category 4 hurricane. The vessel can be completely lifted out of the water to safeguard from storm surge. Hurricanes are predictable storm events, allowing enough time for owners to sail to a safe harbor or a protected area. The livable yachts are not made to stay in deep waters and exposed areas.

ARE ARKUP LIVABLE YACHTS CUSTOMIZABLE? The vessels are fully customizable on-demand and can incorporate anything the customer would like to include.

IS THERE A THERMIC ENGINE BACKUP FOR THE 100-PERCENT ELECTRIC MODEL? A diesel generator can be added upon request to increase range, but existing electric engines provide enough power to propel the vessel and navigate safely.

CAN YOU BOOST THE POWER OF THE ELECTRIC THRUSTERS? Yes. The two 136-horsepower thrusters can be upgraded. We can also boost electric-energy production and storage depending on the client’s needs.

WHAT HOME-AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES ARE INCORPORATED INTO THE ARKUP LIVABLE YACHTS? An Arkup livable yacht features state-of-the-art smart technologies and offers maximum living comfort by enabling the control of temperature, lights, electric shades, sound system, video surveillance, etc., remotely and monitored in real-time, providing the user with information on battery life and water-tank capacity, as well as overall energy generation-consumption ratios.

HOW DOES ARKUP LIVABLE YACHT FLOAT AND NAVIGATE? Flotation is ensured by Archimedes. Our livable yacht is equipped with two 136-horsepower (100-kilowatt) electric thrusters that rotate 180 degrees, allowing smooth navigation and maneuverability.

WHAT ABOUT COMMUNICATIONS AND ACCESS TO NETWORKS? Arkup livable yachts are equipped with long-range, high-speed internet and VHF. Satellite television and navigation systems are optional.

WHAT ARE THE MAIN ADVANTAGES OF THE ELECTRIC THRUSTERS? Cruising is silent and does not pollute the water; electric propulsion does not generate noise, smoke, or fumes and reduces vibrations disturbing marine life.

WHAT ARE THE MAIN SPECIFICATIONS OF THE VESSEL? 300 tons weight, 75×32 feet, 5-foot draft, 34-foot air draft, average speed 3knots with a max of 5-knot. The 8-millimeter steel hull is composed of 28 watertight compartments.

WHAT ARE THE SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGIES INCLUDED ONBOARD? Arkup livable yachts offer Low-e consumption design and materials as well as equipment for solar-energy generation and battery storage. Also included, are the systems for rainwater harvesting, water purification and storage, wastewater management, energy recovery, and ventilation.

WHAT IS THE MAXIMUM POWER GENERATION AND STORAGE CAPACITY? 36 kW of power generation from the solar roof and as much as one megawatt-hour of power storage ensure more than enough energy to operate the boat engines and livable features. The vessel can cruise 4 to 10h / 8 up to 20 NM, depending on the sun and time in the day.

ARE THE BUILDING MATERIALS ECO-SOURCED? Conception and design are eco-friendly. Sustainable and green materials are incorporated into the design as much as possible.

IS THE VESSEL 100-PERCENT SELF-SUSTAINING? Yes, it is. The vessel is zero-emission, carbon-neutral, energy-positive and collects rainwater, and treats it for onboard use.

WHY OFFER SUSTAINABLE OFF-GRID LIVABLE YACHTS? We strive to offer an alternative lifestyle to preserve the environment by avoiding fossil fuels. Our vessels and housing solutions are resistant to storm surges and hurricanes.

WHAT ARE THE HYDRAULIC PILINGS USED FOR? The automated hydraulic system ensures that the vessel is anchored and leveled in waters as deep as 20 feet (6 meters) and also enable lifting the vessel entirely out of the water for comfort and safety.

WHAT ABOUT MOTION SICKNESS ONBOARD? The stability provided by the hydraulic anchoring system is designed to avoid the movement that can cause motion sickness: This makes the Arkup overwater villas as comfortable as a house on the land.

CAN I GO FROM MIAMI TO KEY WEST, TAMPA, OR EVEN NEW YORK? Yes you can, depending on weather, which determines the daily range capacity (up to 8 hours / 20 NM).

ARE THERE ANY SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS TO OPERATE THE FULLY-ELECTRIC POWERED VESSEL? It requires the same boating experience as any other similar-sized recreational vessel. Thorough training and an extensive manual are provided to all customers. The owner can also hire our certified captains.

HOW MANY GUESTS AND CREW CAN STAY ON THE BOAT WHEN CRUISING OR AT ANCHOR? The Arkup livable yacht can accommodate six to eight people comfortably overnight. The livable yacht can operate as a recreational vessel with a limit of55 passengers (life vests required) or as charter vessels carrying as many as 12 passengers, according to the U.S. Coast Guard’s safety standards and regulations.

CAN I USE AN ARKUP LIVABLE YACHT AS A MOBILE BEACH HOUSE IN THE BAHAMAS OR SOMEWHERE ELSE? Yes, owners of foreign-registered boats (including the U.S.) may keep their vessels in the Bahamas (for instance) for one year without paying duty and may extend the one-year stay for two years by paying a fee of $500. The initial entry fee is $300 to clear Bahamas Customs and Immigration and to obtain a cruising permit. After two years, the vessel would have to depart the Bahamas for one month before applying for a new cruising permit.

HOW TO RECEIVE MAILS, PARCELS OR DELIVERIES? Marinas can provide concierge services or a mailbox or rent a slot at a local Post Office.

DOES THE VESSEL NEED A CAPTAIN TO OPERATE? With adequate boating experience, operating an Arkup Livable Yacht is relatively easy with the training provided by Arkup. A license and safety certification may be required locally.

WHAT KIND OF LICENSE AND INSURANCE ARE NEEDED? Arkup livable yachts are registered and insured as pleasure boats. To operate them, most U.S. states require a driver’s license and boating safety certification for recreational use. For other countries, Arkup can assist you.

CAN WATER SLIDES AND OTHER TOYS BE ADDED? Arkup livable yachts provide plenty of storage space for toys and recreational items. Make the ocean your playground!

HOW IS DISPOSAL OF SEWAGE AND WASTEWATER MANAGED ONBOARD ARKUP LIVABLE YACHTS? Vessel operators are required to retain their sewage discharges on-board for disposal at sea (beyond three miles from shore) or onshore at a pump-out facility. Black and gray waters are stored in a 3,700-gallon (14-cubic-meter) holding tank before being pumped out at either a marina or by a vessel designed to pump out waste. There are other options, such as using an approved U.S. Coast Guard Marine Sanitation Device (MSD) and then discharging within 3 miles offshore according to Clean Water Act regulations.

HOW LONG CAN THE LIVABLE YACHT REMAIN OFF-THE-GRID (WITHOUT POWER AND WATER)? Arkup livable yachts can remain off-the-grid all year long depending on the weather (sun exposure/rainfall) in tropical regions. Without any sun to charge the batteries, a full charge can provide electricity for all household needs for two to three days (without navigation).

The 4,000-gallon fresh-water tank ensures two weeks of self-sufficiency for six people without harvesting any rainwater. If needed, the vessel can connect to shore power to refill the freshwater tank (or add an optional water-maker).

IF I CHOOSE TO LIVE OFF-THE-GRID ON AN ARKUP LIVABLE YACHT, HOW DO I GET TO SHORE? There are many easy options. You can use a tender boat to get to shore via authorized public or private docks, or by renting a slip in a marina where you can dock while you’re on land. There are also many types of amphibious vehicles now available, making it possible to access land through a public boat ramp. Local companies offer water taxi services. Arkup also partners with ILandMiami (www.ilandmiami.com) to provide access by seaplane or helicopter.

WHAT IS THE APPROXIMATE OPERATING COST OF AN ARKUP LIVABLE YACHT?

The cost is much less than a yacht of equivalent size (the annual operating costs of a yacht are typically 10 percent of its value). Compared with a traditional house, the maintenance is roughly equivalent — there is no garden or swimming pool to maintain, but the livable yacht must be cleaned regularly. If the livable yacht is docked in a marina, the slip rental costs will generally be considerably lower than the property taxes on similar waterfront property. The hull can be easily inspected, washed, and maintained when the livable yacht is lifted above the waterline.

HOW ARE TRASH AND GARBAGE HANDLED ONBOARD?

Arkup livable yachts have a dedicated trash room equipped with a trash compactor and recycling bins. The compacted trash is disposed of ashore at public garbage facilities or marinas (a composter for organic waste is optional).

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Superyacht sinks latest: Hopes that air pockets offer slim chance of survival; divers form strategy to enter wreckage

Search efforts have entered a third day for six tourists missing after a yacht sank off the coast of Sicily. Experts hope air pockets may offer a chance of survival, while divers have warned a "world of objects" stand in their way. Listen to a Daily podcast on the search as you scroll.

Wednesday 21 August 2024 08:38, UK

• Superyacht sinking
• Missing's brother hopes air pockets offer chance for survival
• 'World of objects' stand in way of divers - as strategy formed
• Watch: CCTV captures yacht seconds before it sinks
• Six missing - including tech boss, Morgan Stanley executive and top lawyer
• Crew survivor 'spared by grace of God' - as staff named
• Captain speaks out for first time
• Explained: What causes waterspouts? | Inside the superyacht
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• Live reporting by Brad Young

A freak wave may have flooded the yacht with water through an open door or hatch, causing it to sink, according to reports.

Investigators believe the vessel sank because of a waterspout during a heavy thunderstorm.

But they are trying to understand how the boat went down in just 60 seconds when a smaller vessel around 100m away remained intact, according to La Repubblica.

The Italian newspaper reports the hull and the mainmast are intact and there are no signs of any collisions.

The most widely accepted theory is that during the storm an enormous amount of water entered the boat because of a freak wave from the stern in a very short time, probably through a door that had been left open, it says.

This would have caused the yacht to immediately lose balance and sink.

Search and rescue boats have been spotted heading back out to sea this morning.

The Bayesian was moored around half a mile off the coast of Porticello when it sank at around 5am local time on Monday.

Rescue crews, technicians, engineers and the port authority held a briefing to take stock as the search resumed around 6.30am local time, reports Giornale Di Sicilia.

Divers aim to reach the cabins of the ship today, aided by patrol boats and helicopters.

A very strong, lightning-heavy thunderstorm struck the Italian coastline on the evening the yacht sank, says a meteorologist at the University of Reading.

Dr Peter Inness tells Sky News the conditions meant it wouldn't be surprising if a waterspout - a member of the tornado family - was responsible.

That coast of Sicily is one of the world hotspots for waterspouts, he says.

"There was a very strong, active thunderstorm that afternoon and evening, going into the night. Lots and lots of lightning. And that's the kind of situation that can spawn waterspouts very easily.

"So if it was a waterspout that hit the boat, it wouldn't be a surprise."

But while you can estimate conditions, Dr Inness says it is "almost impossible" to predict when and where waterspouts will occur.

Waterspouts explained: A waterspout is a rotating column of air spawned from the base of a cloud, usually during a thunderstorm. 

Most waterspouts are fairly mild and only tens of metres in diameter.

The divers' priority is to reach the cabins, where the missing tourists may have been sleeping at the time of the storm, says news correspondent Ashna Hurynag.

But they have been hampered by the amount of debris and furniture in the boat.

Search and rescue teams speculate some of that furniture was dislodged as the yacht capsized, blocking doorways and preventing people from escaping, says Hurynag.

" They're really being hampered by the amount of furniture, the amount of debris that is underwater within that vessel.

"The yacht is also in a complicated position. It's tilted on its side."

She adds: "They're having to work under very tight conditions and in searing heat."

Equipment has been shipped to the east coast of Palermo to aid their efforts, including an underwater remote-controlled search vehicle.

" People are expecting perhaps to see the hull of the ship being lifted up, the vessel itself being lifted out of the water: That's not going to be anything we're going to see for a very, very long time," says Hurynag.

" The priority is to try and preserve its position as much as possible because it is intact, and try and access it from outside."

As the search operation continues, investigators are attempting to figure out how the boat sank.

The captain will be key to this investigation, says Hurynag - as well as questions over the design of the boat and the weather -  but he "was in an incredible amount of shock" when he spoke yesterday.

Italy's fire brigade Vigili del Fuoco said it has developed a plan to enter the wreckage of the yacht.

Nineteen divers have been going down in groups of three and attempting to open a passage at the stern, La Repubblica reported.

This involves breaking through a glass window in the lounge area of ​​the main deck to access the interior of the 56-meter yacht.

But efforts to reach the cabins are still obstructed by a "world of objects", fire department diver Marco Tilotta told Reuters news agency.

"So, getting inside and descending into the compartment below from the stairs that are narrow and going into all of the cabins is a really hard and difficult job.

"We are not stopping. We have resources, manpower and means."

The Italian coastguard has not ruled out the possibility that those missing may still be alive, with experts speculating air pockets could have formed as the yacht sank.

That the vessel sank at speed and remains intact on its side "could favour the formation of small air pockets inside", said Dr Jean-Baptiste Souppez, a senior lecturer of mechanical, biomedical and design engineering at Aston University.

"This is obviously highly speculative and impossible to predict accurately."

Nick Sloane, who led the salvage operation for the wrecked cruise ship Costa Concordia in 2012, told Sky News: "They've got a very small window of time to try to find people stuck inside with hopefully an air pocket, and they could be rescued."

Jeremy Bloomer, the twin brother of missing Morgan Stanley International bank chairman Jonathan Bloomer, told the BBC his fingers were crossed.

"It's a slow process and it will take time. So there might be air pockets, but we don't know. It's still wait and see, so fingers crossed."

David Tabizel, who established software company Autonomy with missing British tycoon Mike Lynch, told Sky News: "I'm just heartbroken for him and his family and I hope there's a miracle about to occur.

"If anyone has the resilience to survive this - he does. And I hope he's found an air pocket."

Dr Souppez said a sign the rescuers may be looking for is a "banging noise at regular intervals".

"This is common practice on submarines and was one of the signs the search mission for the Titan submarine was looking for after it went missing last year."

Yesterday, Vincenzo Zagarola of the Italian coastguard said the missing were unlikely to be alive.

"Never say never, but reasonably the answer should be not."

Welcome back to our live coverage of the Bayesian shipwreck, as the search for six missing tourists, including four Britons, enters its third day.

Still unaccounted for are British tycoon Mike Lynch and his 18-year-old daughter Hannah; Morgan Stanley International bank chairman Jonathan Bloomer and his wife, Judy Bloomer; and Clifford Chance lawyer Chris Morvillo and his wife, Neda Morvillo.

Divers spent Tuesday struggling to enter the cabins of the superyacht on the seabed off the Sicilian coast, after confirming the bridge was empty.

Italian authorities said their working theory is the missing are still inside the boat, as search crews cut a hole in the hull in an attempt to gain access.

An engineer who led the salvage operation for the wrecked cruise ship Costa Concordia in 2012 warned rescue divers entered a "critical" 24 hours yesterday.

The coastguard confirmed a body found after the yacht sank yesterday was that of chef Recaldo Thomas, a Canadian-Antiguan national who was working on the Bayesian superyacht.

And the captain of the Bayesian spoke for the first time on Tuesday, saying of the storm: "We didn't see it coming."

We're pausing our coverage for tonight but here is a recap of what we know:

• Six people are still missing after the sinking of the Bayesian superyacht, with rescue teams searching off the Sicilian coast for survivors;
• The Italian coastguard confirmed that the body found after the yacht sank yesterday is that of chef Recaldo Thomas;
• The coastguard also named more survivors - Leah Randall, Katja Chicken and Leo Eppel;
• An engineer who led the salvage operation for the wrecked cruise ship Costa Concordia said rescue divers have entered a "critical" 24 hours; 
• The captain of Bayesian spoke for the first time, saying: "We didn't see it coming" in reference to the storm that sank the boat.

Images are emerging of emergency crews working near the site where the yacht sank in Porticello.

Search and rescue efforts by sea and air have so far delivered no results and experts have said we are in a "critical" 24 hours.

Bayesian was moored around half-a-mile off the coast of Porticello when it sank at around 5am local time yesterday.

A friend of Recaldo Thomas, the chef who was killed as the yacht sank, has described him as a "calm spirit" who had a "smile that lit up the room".

Gareth Williams, who grew up with Mr Thomas in Antigua, told the BBC : "I can talk for everyone that knew him when I say he was a well-loved, kind human being with a calm spirit.

"He would come over to mine over the weekend and he would sing. He had the deepest, most sultry voice in the world, and a smile that lit up the room.

"He told me just the other day that he needed to work two more seasons to fix up his late parents' house. He loved yachting, but he was tired."

Mr Thomas was also a Canadian citizen. The country's foreign ministry said it was "aware of reports that a Canadian citizen has died" and that consular officials were in contact with local authorities.

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Last moments of Bayesian yacht as it's battered by storm before sinking

Newly released CCTV footage has shown the moment the Bayesian superyacht was engulfed by a suspected waterspout.

Six passengers onboard the boat , including tech tycoon  Mike Lynch , 59, his daughter Hannah, 18, and chairman of Morgan Stanley international Jonathan Bloomer, remain missing after the yacht sank early Monday morning.

The blurry footage shows the lights of the distant boat seen from a marina as rain batters the vessel.

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Suddenly, the lights disappear, and the boat is no longer visible. Local Giornale Di Sicilia said: ‘In just sixty seconds – says the owner of the villa – you can see the ship disappear.

‘Of about twenty cameras installed in the house, only one was not disturbed by the wind and rain. You can clearly see what is happening.

‘There was nothing that could be done for the boat. It disappeared in a very short time.’

A total of 15 other passengers, including Mr Lynch’s wife Angela Bacares, have been rescued so far while one person, the boat’s chef, has been found dead.

Emergency responder Luca Cari told Italian daily  Giornale Di Sicilia  divers can stay underwater for a maximum of 12 minutes, so the searches are being carried out for 10 minutes per dive.

According to reports, Mr Lynch and the group were on holiday celebrating after Mr Lynch was acquitted of fraud in June following a high-profile court case over the company’s sale.

The Italian Coastguard believes Mike Lynch and five other missing people may still be inside the sunken yacht, a spokesman said.

Vincenzo Zagarola told the PA news agency this was the working theory of officials on Sicily because it is believed the boat sank quickly and search and rescue efforts by sea and air have so far delivered no results.

He said: ‘We think they are still inside the boat, that is our very hard idea.

‘Our search and rescue activity by sea and air has gone on for around 36 hours.

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‘Of course, we do not exclude that they are not inside the boat, but we know the boat sank quickly.

‘We suppose that the six people missing may not have had time to get out of the boat.’

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Love Island USA' s Kendall Washington and Nicole Jacky Split After Tense Reunion Episode: 'It Was Not Healthy'

"Today, on August 20th, he called and ended things," Nicole wrote on her Instagram Story

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Love Island USA 's Kendall Washington and Nicole Jacky have called it quits.

On Tuesday, Aug. 20, the day after the Love Island USA reunion episode was released on Peacock, Nicole announced via Instagram Stories that she and Kendall had split two days after they decided to give their relationship another go.

"Today, on August 20th, he called and ended things," she wrote. "While I understand and respect his decision, It's hard to process this one. I opened up to him in the villa, and still love and care for him now. I'm struggling mentally and all l ask for is privacy during this time."

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Kendall also posted that he and Nicole had "reached a point where it was not healthy for us to continue the relationship."

"I still love and care for Nicole. I've never developed such strong feelings for a woman in my life. I have no regrets for the connection I made with her in the villa and it was real," he continued.

"She does not deserve any hate," he wrote. "Please stop with the negative comments/DM's. We're taking this time to focus on our mental health. Thank you guys."

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After placing fourth in the July 21 season 6 finale, Kendall and Nicole's phones were returned to them and they discovered leaked private videos of Kendall had surfaced while they were in the villa.

Kendall quickly released a statement on his Instagram Stories. “What a way to get my phone back y’all," he wrote. "I just want to address the content that came out from my past, that was something I shared to someone in confidence and trust."

"It’s unfortunate that it’s no longer private but it is what it is," he later added.

After Kendall addressed the video, he and Nicole were noticeably distant from each other on social media. Fans began to wonder if they were still a couple. Kendall revealed on the July 30 episode of Nick Viall 's The Viall Files podcast that they were still together but were working on things.

On Aug. 2, Nicole released her own statement and alluded to the video leak.

"While Love Island was an amazing experience, things have not been easy since leaving the villa,” she wrote in her Instagram Stories. "There's much more to share on what has happened since coming home, and for now, I've been taking time to process - these are real feelings and my real life," she continued before concluding with a message of gratitude to her fans for "understanding."

The couple publicly reunited during the season 6 reunion, which dropped on Monday, Aug. 19. The episode provided insight into the couple’s initial reaction to the videos.

During the reunion, host Ariana Madix asked them about the status of their relationship, and Kendall replied that they’ve had some “space.”

However, Nicole quickly interjected and said she learned from fellow cast member JaNa Craig that the person who released the video was someone from a dating app — not an ex, as Kendall had told her — and Kendall sent it to them days before he went to Fiji for the show.

As a result, an argument unfolded, with Kendall apologizing to Nicole for not telling her the “full truth.”

“I 100 percent should’ve been honest with Nicole in that moment, but I honestly wasn’t ready. My life was turned upside down, and all I wanted to do was to have you there,” Kendall told her.

As he continued, Nicole remarked that she’s since taken “a lot of heat” for not addressing the videos, which she explained was to protect Kendall. Several cast members came to Kendall’s defense, asking Nicole to give Kendall some grace with his reaction to the difficult situation. 

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At the end of their conversation, Nicole said that she and Kendall are still together before adding, “even though he let the whole world think we're not together.”

“All I want to do is mend the lie that I said to you to start that went into this whole s— show the last couple of weeks,” Kendall said. He noted that he should have made a statement to social media on behalf of Nicole. 

Madix then asked if Nicole still wanted to be with Kendall. She said she does, but “there’s a lot of conversations to be had.”

Love Island USA is available to stream on Peacock.

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