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Spotlight – Horizon FD102 To-Kalon

BY APB Staff on 7 Jan 2021

The second launch in the FD102 series showcases the flexibility of the yard on a pioneering design that is finding fans in Europe and the US

In May, Horizon Yachts of Taiwan launched the second in its FD102 series, To-Kalon , which refers to Plato’s concept of beauty. Her American owner, David Copham, says “ We have Cor D. Rover to thank for the basic concept, which we think will be quite well received in the yachting community.” Rover designed Copham’s previous yacht, a Burger yacht also named To-Kalon .

The new To-Kalon is Copham’s first yacht build with Horizon, and judging from his commentary, he was pleased with the results.

Horizon Yachts has been willing to experiment over the years in ways that most other Asian yards do not. Horizon was the first to try all-solar powered catamarans in the 2000s, long before the intense interest they generate now.

The FD (FD stands for Fast Displacement) series was introduced by Horizon Yachts in conjunction with Cor D Rover and aims at delivering huge interior volumes in a solidly designed hull that yields great performance.

The FD (FD stands for Fast Displacement) series was introduced by Horzion Yachts in conjunction with Cor D Rover and aims at delivering huge interior volumes

Rover developed the concept for the series, which took inspiration from the popularity of SUV cars in Europe. He approached Horizon CEO John Lu at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show with his FD concept for a 78-foot yacht, with lots of volume and large windows, and five staterooms.

“John immediately understood our idea and saw the potential for this type of yacht and what it could give to his clients,” says Rover. “I was brave to put it on paper, but John was even braver to develop it.” The FD series, which runs from 75 feet to 125 feet, was introduced at the Taiwan Boat Show in 2016.

Horizon developed a wave-piercing bow and hull design for the FD Series platform that focused on efficiency and a comfortable ride. The wave-piercing bow extends into a long skeg that runs the length of the hull, creating better directional stability.

The wave-piercing bow combined with a hard chine at the front of the hull reduces drag and increases waterline length for performance. Soft chines from the amidships and tunnels in the aft area further reduce resistance. The FD series hull also allows for a shallower draught.

The wave-piercing bow extends into a long skeg that runs the length of the hull, creating better directional stability

Horizon has reportedly sold over 20 FD Series yachts in the years since the first launch. One FD yacht even came with a helipad for an Australian owner. “The fact that we sell so many and that other brands are following suit with big-volume designs of their own proves that this concept works,” says Rover.

“Just like Porsche did when creating the Cayenne SUV, we did the same with the FD Series,” says Rover. “Now the rest of the market is following us. Volume is king and will always be.”

To-Kalon accommodates up to 10 guests in five staterooms, including a full-beam master cabin. The on-deck master stateroom they specified a his-and-hers en suite as well as his-and-hers walk-in closets.

The owners requested a semi-enclosed flybridge with sliding glass windows, letting the majority of the upper deck to function as an indoor/outdoor space. Just aft of the pilothouse, a U-shaped seating area opposite a dayhead and full bar with fixed bar stools is protected under the hard top.

“Just like Porsche did when creating the Cayenne SUV, we did the same with the FD Series” – Cor D Rover

The deck area aft is fitted with an extendable dining table for up to 12, a BBQ and a Jacuzzi tub for six with a bar counter and fixed stools. This portion of the deck can be shaded by an electric awning.

The tender storage area was moved to the bow, where a crane is situated just forward of the helm station. This helped to maximise socialising space at the aft deck.

On the main deck, a bar, storage and TV area is located to starboard. The owners also asked for curved glass doors to the main salon and positioned the interior dining area aft to take advantage of the views. A round table for six can be extended to seat ten beneath a custom circular light fixture.

The galley was another important space for the owners, who customised the layout and commissioned professional-standard appliances. There is a carved design in opaque glass for the Hi/Lo partition separating the galley from the salon.

The owners requested a semi-enclosed flybridge with sliding glass windows, letting the majority of the upper deck to function as an indoor/outdoor space

Oak, wenge and zebra woods feature prominently throughout the main and upper decks, while beech, wenge and bird’s eye maple complement the midship lower deck guest areas and crew quarters forward.

The overall effect is a bright, attractive interior that doesn’t get in the way of the enormous views offered by the large windows that are a main feature of the FD series. To-Kalon is to be on display at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show this October. Given the success the FD series has had so far, and that a FD 102 is now in Europe and one in the US, it’s highly likely Horizon Yachts will be launching more high volume, fast displacement yachts in the near future.

Technical specifications:

LOA: 32.75m LWL: 28.19m Beam: 7.57m Draught: 1.82m Engines: 2 x CAT C32-Acert 1600hp Displacement: 126 tonnes Volume: 145 gross tonnage Fuel capacity: 17,030l Water capacity: 3,025l Exterior design: Cor D. Rover Naval architecture: Horizon Engineering Guests: 10 Crew: 4

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Owners Experience

NEWS | August 13, 2021

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They might be a bit more utilitarian than raindrops on roses or whiskers on kittens, but our owners’ favorite things bring equal happiness and are definitely worth sharing. Our editorial team recently met up with the owners of two FD Series yachts to discuss their Horizon build experience and their favorite onboard details. 

“It was a very pleasant building experience working with everyone at Horizon both in the U.S. and Taiwan. Their willingness to consider our ideas, incorporate their own and to be willing to compromise on important matters is very commendable. We look forward to many years of enjoyable cruising on our specially designed yacht.” — OWNERS 

TÒ-KALÒN is the first Horizon build for the experienced owners, who customized their interior to feature a circular dining area on the main deck aft and incorporated Humphree stabilizers and interceptor tabs for added performance. Theirs was the first FD yacht to feature a semi-enclosed skylounge and crew quarters forward of the engine room. An overall length limit of 101’ 9” – so as to fit in the slip of their home port – influenced the overall design, but in the end the owners were able to incorporate all of their desired amenities.

 SPACIOUS CREW QUARTERS

“We specified very nice crew quarters forward, which leaves us with four spacious guest quarters aft. This makes it easy for the crew to service these quarters without going up and down a lot of steps.”

SEMI-ENCLOSED SKYLOUNGE

“We positioned the tender forward instead of the boat deck, which gives us a large, beautiful covered sky deck area with sliding windows. Here we can host 20+ party guests with all the amenities and plenty of seating.” 

WELL-APPOINTED GALLEY

“We really enjoy our well-appointed galley. It features two refrigerators, two freezers, a custom coffee nook, a ship’s monitoring station with seating, and private access to the crew quarters. Every chef we’ve had onboard comments on how wonderful the galley is laid out.”

 BREAKFAST BAR WITH PRIVACY WINDOW

“We love the breakfast bar and the opaque window that allows a view of the chefs working in the galley and automatically lowers to give the salon privacy when guests are present.”

 LAZARETTE STORAGE

“Not being sun people, we eliminated the beach club aft, which gave us a large lazarette area with lots of storage for bikes, suitcases, or anything else the crew needs to store.”

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“Horizon has done more than 'right' by us and accommodated our extensive customizations, from internally heated German windshields to his-and-hers heads, dressing areas and showers. Horizon truly lets you build it your way and the FD Series offers impressive gross tonnage in a 110ft package." — OWNERS                 

Specified as a Skyline configuration, the FD110 Untethered features a four-stateroom layout that includes a main-deck master and three large staterooms on the lower deck, including a forward VIP. This layout allows for spacious crew quarters as well as a gym below. This yacht has also been customized with a country kitchen and various dining and relaxation areas throughout, including the foredeck. An electric awning shades the bridge deck aft, which features a unique fire pit.

  SWIM PLATFORM WITH SEA BOB MOUNTS

“We mounted four Sea Bobs with quick release mounts on the hydraulic swim platform. This allows easy access to the water and retrieval as they float off the platform when lowered/raised. We used this for the first time in The Bahamas this winter!”

 PORT AND STARBOARD WING STATIONS

 “It’s nice to feel ‘attached’ to the boat when docking, with all controls including depth, horn, rudder, and full engine controls easily at hand. While the boat also has a wireless dock controller and clear site lines from stern to bow, the wing stations are really nice.”

 A GORGEOUS EXTERIOR PRESENCE

“In a beautiful metallic gray, the boat’s presence is easily announced. Horizon does not paint many boats and the FD102 takes to it well. Also note the non-standard helm glass – custom ordered from Tilse in Germany – which has a built-in heated windshield. Not shown are fairly non-standard engine room equipment, including water-cooled Magnus worldwide power converter, an Alfa Laval fuel separator, and built-in roll-out carbon fiber boarding ladders.”

 CUSTOM FIRE PIT

“This is my favorite customization. It is specifically intended for cool nights spent in Maine. Lots of engineering went into providing fail safes for the fire pit, including temperature alarm/shutoffs in the ceiling and floor, and text message alerts sent through the Maretron OptiPlex system to both the boat Captain and owner upon ignition.”

 CUSTOM MATCHING TENDER

“What is a super yacht without a painted-to-match custom tender?!” 

 Click HERE  to read the full article in Horizon’s Brand Publication Volume 55; or read related news to learn more about these two FD Series yachts.

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Luxury yacht TO-KALON is a FD102 model from Horizon Yachts launched in 2020. She measures 32.75m/107ft with sturdy, contemporary modern styling comprised of clean lines and a white hull and superstructure. M/Y TO-KALON also boasts beautiful modern interior styling and Cor D. Rover and can accommodate up to 10 guests in five en-suite cabins.

NOTABLE FEATURES OF TO-KALON: ~Upper deck aft Jacuzzi ~Main salon and sky lounge bars ~Cor D. Rover nameplate with Horizon Yachts on hull sides ~Maximum speed of 21.4 knots ~Cruising range of 2,570 nautical miles ~Draft of only 1.82m/6ft to navigate shallow waterways ~Air conditioning ~Wi-Fi

The Owner and guests have a broad swim platform for easy disembarkation from the tender, and as a place to sunbathe while at anchor. Two swim platforms lead up to the main deck aft, where three sofas and two armchairs create a desirable social area around a large coffee table. A bar is placed in the starboard forward corner for refreshments throughout the day.

Port and starboard stairways connect to the upper deck, where there is a raised circular Jacuzzi with bar seating for six along the stern. The formal dining area is sheltered by the hardtop for alfresco dining at any time of the day, and seats up to 10 guests around a pristine white table top, with effortless access to the sky lounge bar. Side walkways lead to the foredeck, which boasts a C-shaped sofa and two tables for casual outdoor meals and drinks. There is a broad sunbed for sunshine and panoramic views, and tenders are stored in the bow.

The name 'TO-KALION' is inspired by Plato's concept of beauty, re-imagined for the modern era by Cor D. Rover to create an exceptional environment for social gatherings or tranquil moments in solitude. Oak, wenge and zebrawood wood varieties are used throughout the main deck and upper deck, while the lower deck accommodation is finished in bird's eye maple, wenge and beech.

The lower deck hosts the guest accommodation forward, followed by the engine room and then the crew accommodation aft.

On the main deck, the Master suite is forward followed by the main foyer and galley immediately behind. The galley is equipped with top-of-the-line appliances, and this area is separated from the main salon bar by an opaque glass partition. The main salon comes furnished with an aft-facing L-shaped sofa and glass-topped coffee table to port, opposite of which are two armchairs and a side table for relaxation with sweeping views through the windows running down both sides of the room. The staircase to the guest accommodation is forward to starboard, and behind a circular table close to the doors out onto the main deck aft seats eight guests when compact and 12 when extended, all beneath a brilliant contemporary light fixture continuing the circular theme.

TO-KALON Specifications

On the upper deck, the sky lounge provides a second desirable social area in cool white, and tinted glass sliding doors can close off the forward pilothouse for greater guest privacy. The lounge is furnished with an aft-facing L-shaped sofa and coffee table to port, a wet bar to starboard, a widescreen TV mounted on the aft wall and a day head in the aft port corner.

A pair of Caterpillar C32-ACERT engines each producing 1,600 HP allow for a top speed of 21.4 knots. At an economical 10 knots, she has a range of 2,570 nautical miles.

Yacht Accommodation

The accommodation sleeps a maximum of 10 guests over 5 en-suite cabins: 1 Master suite, 1 VIP stateroom, 2 double cabins and 1 twin cabin. The Master suite is situated on the main deck forward and provides its occupants with a king-sized bed, a sofa, desk, and his-and-hers walk-in-wardrobes. The en-suite also has his-and-hers entrances, with a pair of sinks, a toilet, and a shower. The VIP stateroom is placed in the bow and comes furnished with a queen-sized bed, a large wardrobe and an en-suite bathroom fitted with a sink, toilet and a shower. The double cabins are amidships to port and starboard. Both have a double bed, a large wardrobe and an en-suite bathroom providing a sink, toilet and a shower. The twin cabin is to port between the VIP stateroom and the double cabin, and has twin beds, a wardrobe and an en-suite bathroom with a sink, toilet and a shower. The crew cabins are situated behind the engine room and sleep up to 4.

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To-Kalon Motor Yacht

The enclosed-bridge motor yacht, To-Kalon was manufactured by Burger Boats in 2008 for an experienced yachting family

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The enclosed-bridge motor yacht, To-Kalon was manufactured by Burger Boats in 2008 for an experienced yachting family from the United States. The contract for building a contemporary-styled, high-speed motor yacht was signed in September 2006. It took the subsequent two years to complete the yacht.

International Superyacht Society (ISC) membership had selected the yacht as a finalist for the 2009 International Superyacht Society Design Awards in the 24m – 40m category. ISC each year recognises yacht owners, builders, designers, interior designers, naval architects and stylists.

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To-Kalon design

Burger design team, exterior stylist Cor D Rover Design and Donald L. Blount & Associates were brought together to formulate a technically advanced and elegant vessel. Cor D Rover Design provided the technical naval architect drawings while the interior design was carried out by the interior design office of Burger design team.

The overall length of the yacht is 30.7m. The beam at the widest point is 6.9m and the maximum draft has been kept at 1.67m. The yacht is capable of storing 23,697l of fuel and 4,997l of water.

To enable a luxury yacht vacation experience, the yacht was designed with accommodation for six guests and four crew members.

Construction

The To-Kalon yacht is the result of carefully calculated design and engineering parameters. The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) certified yacht incorporates all-inclusive use of strong, lightweight materials.

With the motive of “need-for-speed”, the hull and superstructure of the yacht were built using Alustar Aluminium alloy, which is nearly 20% stronger than conventional aluminium alloy. This helps in achieving the structural rigidity of the ship. To prolong its life expectancy, the ship is coated with highly anti-corrosive characterised paint.

Both hard and soft chines are used to furnish the hull. While the hard chine allows it to achieve higher speeds by providing necessary lift, the comfortable sea-keeping qualities are ensured by soft chine. Due to the extensive use of lightweight materials in its construction, the yacht can achieve a top speed of 27.8kts.

The ship’s interior has been given a traditional look using Sapele wood panelling with accents of Sapele Pommele, applied extensively throughout the main deck saloon and guest accommodations. A Sapele veneer and hardwood-crafted open spiral staircase, positioned in front of three large, full-length windows, has been built at the centre of the ship. Sapele hardwood handrail of the staircase is supported by antique bronze rods.

The walls of the Sky Lounge and pilothouse, located on the upper deck of the ship, are panelled in Kaya wood, helped by ebony inlays. Featured with leather lounge sofas, the Sky Lounge bears a domed ceiling painted by a New York artist. The pilothouse is fitted with a steering wheel made of stainless steel, and has its instruments, switches, electronics and controls and arranged properly.

Accommodation

The ship can accommodate up to six guests.

The owner’s stateroom, which is located on the lower deck of the ship, has interior finishing, decoration and built-in furniture, all of which are furnished with Sapele pommele woods.

The owner’s suite is facilitated by two separate bathrooms and has a shared shower. Out of the two guest staterooms, which are situated forward of the owner’s stateroom, one is furnished with a queen and the other with twin bedrooms.

The living room is furnished with a desk area, book shelves and flat screen TV.

To-Kalon facilities

The ship’s main deck saloon is equipped with electric sliding doors and a custom bar that can be adjusted as a seated or standing position bar. The dining area, which is situated forward of the saloon can easily be accessed and served from the kitchen. The ship also has a laundry area.

The teak wood furnished aft deck is facilitated by an integrated hot tub/pool with sun pads. The tub/pool is fitted with a step-up handrail with slip-proof stairs and stainless steel railings.

Marine propulsion

To achieve high speed performance, the To-Kalon is equipped with a pair of 2,400hp MTU-M93 Common Rail marine engines which are capable of generating 2,400bhp of power at 2,450 rpm. The ship’s Quantum twin-fin QC1000 system provides stability while cruising at high speed. For its smooth manoeuvring, the ship uses Quantum’s QT-120 Duo-Prop bow thruster. Propulsion of the ship is achieved by twin screw propellers.

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To-Kalon is a custom motor yacht launched in 2008 by Burger Boat Company.

Founded in 1863, Burger is one of the oldest and most respected custom yacht builders in America and has delivered yachts which can be seen in ports around the world.

To-Kalon measures 30.78 metres in length.

To-Kalon has an aluminium hull with an aluminium superstructure.

To-Kalon also features naval architecture by Burger Boat Company and Donald L. Blount & Associates.

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To-Kalon has a hull NB of 509.

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Have you ever wondered who owns the most luxurious, extravagant, and expensive superyachts? Or how much these lavish vessels are worth? In this complete guide, we’ll explore who owns these magnificent vessels, what amenities they hold, and the cost of these incredible yachts.

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In conclusion, owning a superyacht is an exclusive status symbol for the world’s wealthy elite.

These vessels come with hefty price tags that can range from $30 million to over $400 million, and feature some of the most luxurious amenities imaginable.

Notable owners include the Emir of Qatar, Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos.

Who are the Owners of Superyachts?

From Hollywood celebrities to tech billionaires, superyacht owners come from all walks of life.

Many of the most well-known owners are billionaires, including Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos.

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These luxurious vessels come with hefty price tags that can range from $30 million to over $400 million.

For many superyacht owners, their vessels serve as a status symbol of wealth and luxury.

Some owners prefer to keep their yachts out of the public eye, while others have made headlines with their extensive amenities – from swimming pools and helicopter pads to on-board cinemas and spas.

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When it comes to superyachts, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Emir of Qatar, certainly knows how to make a statement.

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Built in 2008 by German shipbuilder Peters Werft, this impressive yacht is complete with 10 luxurious cabins, a conference room, cinema, and all the amenities one would expect from a vessel of this magnitude.

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In addition to the Emir of Qatar, there are several other notable owners of superyachts.

Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos all own luxurious vessels.

Bezos yacht, the aptly named The Flying Fox, is one of the longest superyachts in the world at a staggering 414 feet in length.

The Flying Fox also comes with a host of amenities, such as a helipad, swimming pool, spa, and multiple outdoor entertaining areas.

Bezos also reportedly spent over $400 million on the vessel.

Other notable owners of superyachts include Saudi Prince Alwaleed bin Talal, who owns the $200 million Kingdom 5KR, and Oracle founder Larry Ellison, who owns the $200 million Rising Sun.

There are also many lesser-known owners, such as hedge-fund manager Ken Griffin, who owns the $150 million Aviva, and investor Sir Philip Green, who owns the $100 million Lionheart.

No matter who owns them, superyachts are sure to turn heads.

With their impressive size, luxurious amenities, and hefty price tags, these vessels have become a symbol of wealth and prestige.

Whether its the Emir of Qatar or a lesser-known owner, the worlds superyacht owners are sure to make a statement.

Notable Superyacht Owners

When it comes to the wealthiest and most luxurious owners of superyachts, the list reads like a whos who of the worlds billionaires.

At the top of the list is the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, who holds the distinction of owning the most expensive superyacht in the world.

Aside from the Emir, other notable owners include Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos.

All of these owners have made headlines with their extravagant vessels, which are typically priced between $30 million and $400 million.

The amenities that come with these vessels vary greatly from owner to owner, but they almost always include luxurious swimming pools, helicopter pads, on-board cinemas, and spas.

Some owners opt for more extravagant features, such as submarines, personal submarines, and even their own personal submarines! Other owners prefer to keep their vessels out of the public eye, but for those who prefer a more showy approach, they can certainly make a statement with a superyacht.

No matter who owns the vessel, it’s no surprise that these superyachts are a status symbol among the world’s wealthiest.

Whether you’re trying to impress your peers or just looking to enjoy a luxurious outing, owning a superyacht is the ultimate way to show off your wealth.

What Amenities are Included on Superyachts?

Owning a superyacht is a sign of wealth and prestige, and many of the worlds most prominent billionaires have their own vessels.

The most expensive superyacht in the world is owned by the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, while other notable owners include Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos.

The cost of a superyacht can range from $30 million to over $400 million, but the price tag doesnt quite capture the sheer extravagance and amenities of these vessels.

Superyachts come with all the comforts of home, and then some.

Many owners will equip their vessels with swimming pools, helicopter pads, on-board cinemas, spas, and other luxury amenities.

The interior of a superyacht can be custom-designed to the owners specifications.

Some owners opt for modern, sleek designs, while others prefer a more traditional look.

Many of the most luxurious yachts feature marble floors, walk-in closets, and custom-made furniture.

Some vessels even come with a full-service gym, complete with exercise equipment and trained professionals.

Other amenities may include a library, casino, media room, and private bar.

When it comes to outdoor amenities, superyachts have some of the most impressive features in the world.

Many yachts come with outdoor entertainment areas, complete with full kitchens, dining rooms, and lounge areas.

Some owners even opt for hot tubs or jacuzzis for relaxing afternoons in the sun.

And, of course, there are the jet skis, water slides, and other exciting water activities that come with many of these vessels.

No matter what amenities a superyacht has, it is sure to be an experience like no other.

From the sleek interiors to the luxurious outdoor features, these vessels provide a unique, luxurious experience that is unrivaled on land.

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing escape or an exciting adventure, a superyacht is sure to provide.

How Much Do Superyachts Cost?

When it comes to superyachts, the sky is the limit when it comes to cost.

These luxury vessels come with hefty price tags that can range from anywhere between $30 million to over $400 million.

So, if youre in the market for a superyacht, youre looking at an investment that could easily break the bank.

The cost of a superyacht is driven by a variety of factors, including size, amenities, and customization.

Generally, the larger the yacht, the more expensive it will be.

Superyachts typically range in size from 100 feet to over 200 feet, and they can be as wide as 40 feet.

The bigger the yacht, the more luxurious features and amenities it will have.

Amenities also play a significant role in the cost of a superyacht.

While some owners prefer to keep their yachts out of the public eye, others have made headlines with their extensive amenities.

From swimming pools and helicopter pads to on-board cinemas and spas, the sky is the limit when it comes to customizing a superyacht.

The more amenities a superyacht has, the more expensive it will be.

Finally, customization is another major factor that will drive up the cost of a superyacht.

Many luxury vessels have custom-designed interiors that are tailored to the owners tastes.

From custom furniture and artwork to lighting and audio systems, the cost of a superyacht can quickly escalate depending on the level of customization.

In short, the cost of a superyacht can vary widely depending on its size, amenities, and customization.

While some may be able to get away with spending a few million dollars, others may end up spending hundreds of millions of dollars on their dream yacht.

No matter what your budget is, its important to do your research and find out exactly what youre getting for your money before signing on the dotted line.

Keeping Superyachts Out of the Public Eye

When it comes to owning a superyacht, some owners prefer to keep their vessels out of the public eye.

Understandably, these individuals are concerned with privacy and discretion, and therefore tend to take measures to ensure their yachts are not visible to outsiders.

For instance, some superyacht owners opt to keep their vessels in private marinas, away from the public areas of larger ports.

Additionally, some yacht owners may choose to hire security guards to patrol and protect their vessels while they are moored or sailing.

In addition to physical security, some superyacht owners also use technology to keep their vessels out of the public eye.

For example, a yacht owner may choose to install a satellite-based communications system that allows them to keep their vessel completely off-radar.

This system works by bouncing signals off satellites rather than transmitting them, making it virtually impossible for anyone to track the yachts movements.

Finally, some superyacht owners also choose to limit the number of people who have access to their vessels.

For instance, the owner may only allow family members and close friends to board the yacht.

Additionally, the owner may choose to employ a limited number of staff to help maintain the vessel and keep it running smoothly.

These individuals may be required to sign non-disclosure agreements to ensure they do not disclose any information about the yacht or its owner.

Overall, while some superyacht owners may choose to keep their vessels out of the public eye, there are still plenty of other ways to show off the opulence associated with owning a superyacht.

From swimming pools and helicopter pads to on-board cinemas and spas, there are many luxurious amenities that can make a superyacht the envy of any jet setter.

Final Thoughts

Superyachts are a symbol of luxury and status, and the list of yacht owners reads like a who’s who of billionaires.

From the Emir of Qatar’s world-record breaking $400 million yacht to Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen’s vessel with a helicopter pad and on-board spa, the amenities of these luxury vessels are truly stunning.

With prices ranging from $30 million to over $400 million, owning a superyacht is an expensive endeavor.

Whether you’re looking to purchase one or just curious to learn more about the owners and their amenities, this guide will provide you with all the information you need to stay up to date with the superyacht scene.

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PORTICELLO, Italy — Survivors of a storm that sank a superyacht off Sicily recounted their ordeal to one of the doctors who rushed to their aid, with some saying it took mere minutes for the 180-foot ship to go down. 

Dr. Fabio Genco, head of the Palermo Emergency Medical Services, told NBC News on the phone Thursday that he arrived in the seaside village of Porticello before dawn Monday, about an hour after the $40 million Bayesian sank in the violent and sudden storm.   

Of the 22 people onboard, 15 survived despite storm conditions and darkness, climbing onto a lifeboat before being rescued by a nearby sailboat. The crew members have made no public statements so far, though some have been interviewed by investigators.

“They told me that it was all dark, that the yacht hoisted itself up and then went down,” Genco said, recounting what the survivors told him. “All the objects were falling on them. That’s why I immediately made sure, by asking them questions, if they had any internal injuries,” he said. 

It appears they had just minutes to abandon the sinking ship, Genco said. 

“They told me that suddenly they found themselves catapulted into the water without even understanding how they had got there,” he said, “And that the whole thing seems to have lasted from 3 to 5 minutes.”

Giovanni Costantino, CEO of The Italian Sea Group, which owns Perini Navi, the Bayesian's shipbuilder, told Sky News that there were no flaws with the design or construction of the yacht. He said their structure and keel made boats like that “unsinkable bodies.”

In an interview with the Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera, he disavowed responsibility, blaming instead the actions of the crew. “Mistakes were made,” he said. 

Genco said one of his colleagues who arrived at the scene before him initially thought that only three people survived, but the coast guard reported there were other survivors and more emergency services were called in. 

When Genco arrived, he found scenes of panic and despair. 

“Unfortunately, we are used to such panic scenes because we are used to the shipwrecks that happen on Lampedusa ,” Genco said, referring to the island southwest of Sicily, where the wreckage of boats carrying migrants on the sea journey from North Africa to Italy are often found . 

Six of the passengers were declared missing Monday, and by Thursday, the bodies of five had been recovered from the wreck , some 160 feet underwater.

Among those who survived is Angela Bacares, wife of the British tech mogul Mike Lynch , whose body was recovered Thursday. 

Another survivor has been identified as Charlotte Emsley, 35. She told the Italian news agency ANSA that she had momentarily lost hold of her year-old daughter, Sofia, in the water but managed to retrieve her and hold her over the waves until a lifeboat inflated and they were pulled into safety.

Dr. Domenico Cipolla at the Di Cristina Children’s Hospital in Palermo is also part of a team of medical professionals treating the shipwreck survivors. He told the BBC on Wednesday that Emsley and her daughter, as well as the father of the child, who Cipolla said also survived, are continuing to receive psychological help. 

“Psychological support was constant and is constant even today, because basically it is the wounds of the soul that are the most in need of healing in these cases,” Cipolla said.

Genco also told NBC News that he was especially concerned about the child. “She did not understand anything. She was soaking wet and cold,” he said. 

Karsten Borner, the Dutch captain of the Sir Robert Baden Powell, a yacht that was anchored near the Bayesian, said by phone Wednesday that he saw a thunderstorm come in at around 4 a.m. local time (10 p.m. ET) Monday, followed by what looked like a waterspout, a type of tornado that forms over water. 

The International Centre for Waterspout Research noted on X that there was a “waterspout outbreak” off Italy on Monday, the day the Bayesian sank. 

“I turned on the engine and made maneuvers so that we wouldn’t collide with the Bayesian, which was anchored about 100 meters from us,” Borner said. “Then all of a sudden it disappeared. Then the wind calmed down, we looked around and saw a red flare.”

Borner said he got into his boat’s tender and saw a life raft with 15 people on it. Members of the crew were administering first aid. 

“I don’t know why it sank so quickly, but it may have something to do with the mast which was incredibly long,” he said. Questions have been raised about whether the mast was to blame for the accident as tall masts, even with the sails down, have more surface area exposed to the wind, which can contribute to tipping a vessel in a storm.

The CCTV footage that emerged Tuesday showed the yacht’s 250-foot mast, believed to be one of the tallest aluminum sailing masts in the world, lashed by the storm as it appears to tilt to one side before disappearing.

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The name “Koru” is derived from the Maori language and symbolizes new beginnings, growth, and peace. This is fitting for a vessel that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible in yacht design and construction. The “Koru” is a masterpiece of engineering and design, boasting a sleek and modern aesthetic. It also features a variety of innovative features, including a large swimming pool, a helipad, and a luxurious interior.

Beyond its impressive size and features, the “Koru” has also been the subject of some controversy. The yacht’s construction required the dismantling of a historic bridge in the Netherlands, which drew criticism from some who felt that the project was unnecessarily disruptive. However, others have defended the project, arguing that it is a testament to human ingenuity and ambition.

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4 bodies found inside the Bayesian, Mike Lynch family yacht, amid search

Four bodies were recovered inside the Bayesian superyacht on Wednesday, more than two days after it sank off the coast of Italy , setting off an exhaustive search for six missing people, including British tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch .

Two of the bodies discovered earlier on Wednesday were brought to shore. One body recovered was a heavily built man, Reuters reported.

Six of the ship's 22 passengers, including Lynch and his 18-year-old daughter, went missing after the yacht plunged under the water just before 5 a.m. on Monday as a storm swept across the area. Americans are among the missing, officials have said.

The U.K.-registered yacht belonged to Lynch's wife, Angela Bacares, who was also on board and was rescued. The tech tycoon was recently acquitted on fraud charges after a year under house arrest.

Ricardo Thomas, the ship's cook, was found dead on Monday, according to the coast guard.

The rescue mission saw a diving team, helicopters and multiple coast guard ships deployed to search the water. Fifteen people were pulled from the water on Monday, and eight were hospitalized in stable condition.

A 'black swan event'? Experts puzzle over why Bayesian yacht sank

An investigation opened by local prosecutors into the cause of the disaster is ongoing. Experts have pointed to a water spout, a tornado over the water that can travel up to 120 mph, that formed during the storm, as well as the heavy weight of ship's mast, one of the largest in the world.

The 184-feet-long ship was made by Italian ship manufacturer Perini in 2008.

Lynch set off on the cruise late last month to celebrate his acquittal on fraud charges in the U.S. that marked a decade of legal challenges, the Associated Press reported .

One of his lawyers and a character witness for Lynch during the trial were also on board and vanished when the boat went down. Authorities have not yet disclosed the identities of the four people found.

Here are the passengers who were declared missing.

Mike Lynch and Hannah Lynch

Mike Lynch, 59, is co-founder of Britain’s largest enterprise software, Autonomy, which was sold to Hewlett-Packard in 2011, and founder of venture capital fund Invoke Capital. 

Sometimes known as “Britain’s Bill Gates,” Lynch was slapped with charges after HP said it had uncovered deceit and a major accounting scandal within the firm. He spent a year on house arrest after being extradited from the UK.

In early June, at the end of a 12-week trial, a San Francisco jury acquitted Lynch of wire fraud and conspiracy to commit wire fraud. He was also cleared on a charge of securities fraud later that month.

Lynch and Bacares have two daughters and six dogs, all named after engineering parts, according to the U.K.’s Sunday Times in a profile of Lynch from last month.

Lynch’s 18-year-old daughter, Hannah, was also among the missing. She was preparing to study English literature at Oxford University, according to the Sunday Times. 

Hannah is the younger of Mike Lynch’s two daughters, the Times reported . Mike Lynch told the outlet that his daughters had grown up with their father being publicly accused of fraud. 

Jonathan Bloomer and Judy Bloomer

Jonathan Bloomer is the non-executive chairman of both Morgan Stanley International and the insurer Hiscox, among other companies. Bloomer acted as a character witness on Lynch’s behalf during his fraud trial. 

Hiscox Chief Executive Aki Hussain told Reuters in a statement that the firm was deeply shocked and saddened and their thoughts were with all those affected. 

Bloomer’s twin brother, Jeremy, told BBC that he is processing the news and the family is waiting to hear updates.

“He was my elder by half an hour, so, it means a lot when you lose a twin brother,” Jeremy Bloomer told BBC. “We’ll still wait and see, so it’s fingers crossed.”

Jonathan Bloomer’s wife, Judy, is a psychotherapist of nearly three decades and former teacher. She specializes in anxiety and stress. She studied English language and literature at Homerton College in Cambridge.

Christopher Morvillo and Neda Morvillo

A lawyer with Clifford Chance, Chris Morvillo was among the team that represented Mike Lynch during his trial. Morvillo is an American citizen. 

He was an assistant U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York from 1999 to 2005, and he worked on the criminal investigation stemming from the 9/11 terrorist attacks. 

Morvillo was a graduate of Fordham University School of Law and Villanova University. 

Neda Morvillo, his wife, owns a hand-crafted jewelry company under her maiden name, Neda Nassiri. The company’s website said she has been designing and making jewelry for over 20 years.

In a post on LinkedIn after the conclusion of Lynch’s trial, Chris Morvillo acknowledged his family for their support during the case. 

“And, finally, a huge thank you to my patient and incredible wife, Neda Morvillo, and my two strong, brilliant, and beautiful daughters, Sabrina Morvillo and Sophia Morvillo.  None of this would have been possible without your love and support. I am so glad to be home. 

And they all lived happily ever after…."

Contributing: Reuters

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Here's what to know about Mike Lynch, the tech tycoon missing in the Sicily yacht disaster

By Aimee Picchi

Edited By Anne Marie Lee

Updated on: August 21, 2024 / 12:05 PM EDT / CBS News

Mike Lynch, once hailed as "Britain's Bill Gates," is now among the six people missing after his luxury yacht sank in a violent storm off the coast of Sicily. At the time of the disaster, Lynch had been trying to shake more than a decade of legal entanglements that ended in June when he was cleared of fraud and conspiracy charges . 

On Wednesday, two bodies had been brought to shore in Porticello, near Palermo, and two more were in the process of being brought ashore. Britain's Telegraph newspaper reported that the bodies of Lynch and his 18-year-old daughter were among the remains recovered Wednesday, but the civil protection chief would not confirm that report to CBS News. 

Lynch, 59, rose to prominence in the late 1990s with the development of his software company, Autonomy, which helped businesses quickly find information buried in email and other digital documents. In 2011, Lynch sold the business to Hewlett-Packard for $11 billion, giving him a $800 million payday and cementing him as one of the U.K.'s richest people. 

But the acquisition was later called one of the "most notorious failed mergers and acquisitions" after HP discovered alleged accounting issues, leading to Lynch's firing by HP's then-CEO, Meg Whitman. HP claimed that Autonomy had used accounting improprieties to bolster its underlying financials ahead of the acquisition, charges that Lynch steadfastly denied. 

The case stretched into a 12-year legal fight that ended in June 2024 when a federal court jury in San Francisco delivered not-guilty verdicts.

"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," Lynch said in a statement after the verdict.

Here's what to know about Lynch. 

What company did Mike Lynch start?

Lynch, who earned a PhD in mathematical computing from the U.K.'s Cambridge University, first cofounded a company called Cambridge Neurodynamics, based on the cofounders' work with pattern recognition. The firm used the tech to match fingerprints and car license plates, according to a 1997 article in The Guardian.

From there, Lynch cofounded Autonomy in 1996, which relied on a statistical model called Bayesian inference, named after a theorem developed by the 18th century statistician Thomas Bayes. (Lynch's luxury yacht was christened the "Bayesian.")

The company tapped into the growing need of businesses to sort through and find information within the vast reams of data created by the increasing use of computers and digital documents.

Autonomy's steady growth during its first decade resulted in Lynch being awarded one of the U.K's highest honors, the Office of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire in 2006.

Lynch told The Guardian in 1997 that people didn't quite believe that a growing tech business could emerge from the U.K. 

"I have actually heard the comment, 'England, software? I thought you made bone china,'" he told the newspaper. 

What happened after Autonomy's acquisition by HP?

At first, HP celebrated the purchase as a huge coup that would propel the Palo Alto, California, company down a promising new path, but then quickly came to regret it under then-CEO Meg Whitman.

HP claimed it found accounting irregularities, and the company ended up recognizing $8.8 billion in losses in the Autonomy deal. Whitman eventually fired Lynch in 2012, while also laying off thousands of workers as HP's fortunes sagged. 

Throughout the past 12 years, Lynch rejected the allegations. He told the Wall Street Journal in 2012 that he was "ambushed" by the claims, which he described as "completely and utterly wrong."

What happened with Mike Lynch's legal case?

Lynch maintained his innocence while testifying earlier this year before a jury during a 2 1/2 month trial in San Francisco. U.S. Justice Department prosecutors called more than 30 witnesses in an attempt to prove allegations that Lynch engaged in accounting duplicity that bilked billions of dollars from HP.

The jury, as noted above, delivered not-guilty verdicts in June, vindicating Lynch, who pledged to return to the U.K. and to find new ways to innovate. 

Who is Mike Lynch's wife? 

Mike Lynch is married to Angela Bacares, who is one of the people rescued from the Mediterranean after the yacht sank. Lynch and Barares have two daughters. One of them, Hannah, 18, is among the missing, according to the BBC. 

Bacares, 57, owns shares in Darktrace, a British cybersecurity company she and Lynch co-founded, the Sun noted . She sat in the front row of the courtroom during her husband's trial, but generally has preferred to stay out of the public eye, the Times of London reported in July.

"We made the decision that Angela would not be involved in the case. She stayed completely separate. Her focus was the family and children," Lynch told the Times last month.

— With reporting by the Associated Press.

Aimee Picchi is the associate managing editor for CBS MoneyWatch, where she covers business and personal finance. She previously worked at Bloomberg News and has written for national news outlets including USA Today and Consumer Reports.

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Who Was on the Sunken Yacht? Tech Mogul Mike Lynch, His Family and Friends.

Mr. Lynch, the former chief executive of the software firm Autonomy, who was acquitted on fraud charges in June, was with friends and family when the yacht went down in a severe storm.

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

A cruise on the Mediterranean Sea aboard a superyacht was supposed to be a celebratory event for the British tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch , who was acquitted in June of fraud charges tied to the sale of his company, Autonomy, to the tech giant Hewlett-Packard.

Instead, it turned into a disaster after the yacht, a 180-foot boat called the Bayesian, sank off the coast of Sicily in a violent storm. Of the 22 people aboard, 15 were rescued and seven others died . Search operations ended on Friday after the final body was recovered from the site of the sunken yacht .

Here’s what we know about the passengers.

Mike Lynch and his family

Mr. Lynch, 59, is a British software entrepreneur who had once been described as his country’s Bill Gates. He founded the software firm Autonomy, which analyzed clients’ unorganized data, and turned it into one of the most prominent British technology companies of its time. He became a widely known corporate leader, who advised David Cameron, the British prime minister at the time, and joined the board of the BBC.

In 2011, Mr. Lynch sold Autonomy to Hewlett-Packard for $11 billion, which was far above its market value, earning him hundreds of millions. But HP investors almost immediately soured on the transaction, and the American tech giant quickly fired its chief executive — and then Mr. Lynch.

HP later accused Mr. Lynch of misleading it about the state of Autonomy’s business, setting off a decade-long legal ordeal for the British executive, who denied the accusations. U.S. prosecutors charged him and other executives with fraud, and Autonomy’s chief financial officer was convicted in 2018.

Despite appeals to the British government, Mr. Lynch was extradited to the United States last year and was confined to a townhouse in San Francisco ahead of his criminal trial, which began in March. Facing the possibility of decades in prison if convicted, Mr. Lynch and another colleague were instead acquitted of all charges.

An official in Palermo, Sicily’s capital, said on Thursday that Mr. Lynch’s body had been recovered. His wife, Angela Bacares, 57, accompanied him on the yacht, and she was rescued on Monday when it sank. She was a consistent presence at his trial in the United States. Records show that she controlled Revtom, the company listed as the owner of the Bayesian.

The body of Hannah Lynch , Mr. Lynch and Ms. Bacares’s 18-year-old daughter, was thought to be recovered on Friday.

The other guests

Jonathan Bloomer, 70, chair of Morgan Stanley’s international arm and the chairman of Hiscox, an insurance provider that trades on the London Stock Exchange, was on the yacht when it sank, along with his wife, Judy Bloomer, 71. Their bodies are thought to be among those recovered, but Italian authorities have not identified them.

Christopher J. Morvillo, 59, a New York-based partner at the international law firm Clifford Chance, was also on the yacht. A former federal prosecutor who comes from a family of prominent lawyers, Mr. Morvillo represented Mr. Lynch during his criminal trial in San Francisco. His wife, Neda, 57, was with him on the yacht. Their bodies are also assumed to be among those recovered.

“We are in shock and deeply saddened by this tragic incident,” a representative of Clifford Chance said in a statement.

Surviving passengers rescued from the yacht include Charlotte Golunski, a partner at Mr. Lynch’s venture firm, Invoke Capital; Ms. Golunski’s husband, James Emslie; and their one-year-old daughter Sophie. Also rescued were Ayla Ronald, a lawyer at Clifford Chance, and her partner, Matthew Fletcher.

The yacht had a crew of 10, and nine were rescued. The body of the chef, Recaldo Thomas, was recovered from the water, the Sicilian Civil Protection Department said.

Elisabetta Povoledo contributed reporting, and Kitty Bennett and Susan Campbell Beachy contributed research.

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Who was onboard tech mogul Mike Lynch's Bayesian yacht?

Topic: Disasters, Accidents and Emergency Incidents

Six people are missing, including a man dubbed the British Bill Gates, after a luxury yacht sank off the Sicilian coast.

British tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch — freshly acquitted from a decade-long trial — had invited his work colleagues aboard a trip through the Mediterranean coast when a freak storm saw the yacht sink within moments.

Fifteen people escaped from the sinking vessel. The search for the missing continues.

Here's what we know so far: 

What happened?

The Italian coastguard said the yacht — the Bayesian — was anchored off the shore of port city Porticello, near the Sicilian capital Palermo, when it was hit by bad weather sometime after 4am on Monday, local time. 

Eyewitnesses said it vanished quickly beneath the waves shortly before dawn.

Managers of the sailing vessel Bayesian, Camper & Nicholsons, confirmed to the ABC that the Bayesian encountered severe weather and subsequently sank. 

"Our priority is assisting with the ongoing search and providing all necessary support to the rescued passengers and crew," they said. 

"The wind was very strong. Bad weather was expected, but not of this magnitude," a coastguard official told Reuters.

Sicily's civil protection agency head, Salvo Cocina, said a waterspout — a tornado over the water — could have struck the yacht.

"They were in the wrong place at the wrong time," Mr Cocina added. 

Storms and heavy rainfall had swept down Italy in recent days after weeks of scorching heat, lifting the temperature of the Mediterranean Sea to record levels and raising the risk of extreme weather conditions, experts told Reuters.

"The sea surface temperature around Sicily was around 30 degrees Celsius, which is almost 3 degrees more than normal. This creates an enormous source of energy that contributes to these storms," meteorologist Luca Mercalli said.

Rescuers recover the body of one of the people aboard the Bayesian.  ( AP: Lucio Ganci )

Captain Karsten Borner of the Sir Robert Baden Powell vessel told journalists he noticed the Bayesian nearby during the storm, but after it calmed he saw a red flare and realised the ship had simply disappeared.

Mr Borner said he and a crew member boarded their tender and found a lifeboat with 15 people, some of them injured, who they then took aboard and alerted the coast guard.

Search crews, including helicopters and divers, are continuing to search the wreckage, lying at a depth of 49 metres.

Specialist divers reached the ship on Monday but access was limited due to objects in the way, the fire brigade said.

The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch is deploying a team of four inspectors to Italy to conduct a preliminary assessment.

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development office said it was "providing consular support to a number of British nationals and their families".

Sicilian prosecutors have also opened an investigation into the event. 

Who is missing?

Lawyer Chris Morvillo (left), entrepreneur Mike Lynch, and Morgan Stanley chairman Jonathan Bloomer are among the missing. 

There were 12 passengers and 10 crew members aboard the yacht. 

Mr Cocina said the crew and passengers hailed from a variety of countries, including Britain, the United States, Antigua, France, Germany, Ireland, Myanmar, the Netherlands, New Zealand and Spain.

Of the 22, one man is confirmed dead and another six people are still missing. 

They are believed to be inside the hull, fire rescue spokesperson Luca Cari said.

Fabio Cefalù, a fisherman who said he responded to a flare from the vessel but found it sunk, said he stayed at the site for three hours without finding anyone.

"I think they are inside, all the missing people," he said.

Rescue teams recovered the body of the yacht's onboard chef on Monday, identified as Antiguan citizen Ricardo Thomas.

The still missing people include: 

• Mr Lynch's 18-year-old daughter, Hannah 
• Jonathan Bloomer, chairman of global financial services company Morgan Stanley International
• Chris Morvillo , a lawyer at the British multinational law firm Clifford Chance. He worked on Mr Lynch's lawsuit against Hewlett-Packard
• The identities of the remaining two missing are still unconfirmed

Who was rescued? 

Fifteen people escaped from the sinking ship. 

Eight have been hospitalised and others were taken to a nearby hotel.

Charlotte Golunski was among those rescued, recalling the harrowing moments she held her child Sofia above the waves.  ( Supplied: Facebook  )

Among those rescued were:

• Mr Lynch's wife, Angela Bacares, who was the owner of the yacht
• Charlotte Golunski and her one-year-old daughter, Sofia. Ms Golunski is a partner at Mr Lynch's firm, Invoke Capital. She says she momentarily lost hold of Sofia in the water but managed to hold her up above the waves until the lifeboat was inflated
• Ms Golunski's husband James Emslie
• New Zealand captain of the yacht James Catfield. He told Italian newspaper La Repubblica the crew didn't see the storm coming
• A lone Dutch citizen was identified by the Dutch foreign ministry as being rescued, but was not identified

Who is Mike Lynch?

Mr Lynch, once hailed as Britain’s king of technology, was recently freed from a Silicon Valley lawsuit that tarnished his legacy. 

The 59-year-old Cambridge-educated mathematician created Autonomy , a search engine that could pore through emails and other internal business documents to help companies find vital information more quickly. 

He received the OBE for his innovation in 2006. 

He then sold the software to Hewlett-Packard (HP) for $US11 billion ($16 billion) in 2011, with Mr Lynch personally netting $US800 million. 

HP valued Autonomy at $US46 billion ($68 billion) in the months leading up to the deal.

Mike Lynch in 2019 leaving the High Court in London.  ( Reuters: Henry Nicholls/File Photo )

But the deal quickly turned sour after he was accused of forging the software's financial records to make the sale.

As part of a decades-long legal battle against HP, Mr Lynch was extradited to the UK on criminal fraud charges. 

He steadfastly denied any wrongdoing, asserting that he was being made a scapegoat for HP's own bungling. 

He was eventually cleared of all charges in June this year. 

Although he avoided a possible prison sentence, Lynch still faced a bill from a civil case in London that HP mostly won during 2022. Damages haven't been determined in that case, but HP is seeking $US4 billion. 

Following the San Francisco trial, Mr Lynch said he would return to the UK and do what he loved most: "[being with] my family and innovating in my field."

The holiday appeared to be something of a celebration after Mr Lynch's acquittal, with guests including some of the people who had stood by Lynch throughout the ordeal.

This picture shows the rescue operations off the Sicilian coast.  ( AP: Italian Coast Guard  )

In a separate act of tragedy, Mr Lynch's co-defendant in the trial, Stephen Chamberlain, died on Monday, after a road accident left him critically injured.

Mr Chamberlain — Autonomy's former vice-president of finance alongside Mr Lynch — was hit by a car in Cambridgeshire on Saturday morning and had been placed on life support. 

What is the Bayesian?

The luxury yacht is 56m long sailboat, with a 75m mast labelled as the tallest aluminium mast in the world.

It was previously named Salute when it flew under a Dutch flag.

The yacht, built in 2008 by the Italian firm Perini Navi, can accommodate up to 12 guests in six suites and a crew of 10, according to online specialist yacht sites. It was last refitted in 2020.

Online charter sites listed it for rent for up to 195,000 euros (about $AU 321,000) a week. 

This picture taken on Sunday shows the Bayesian (left) and the Duch sailboat Sir Robert Baden Powell anchored off the coast line.   ( AP: Fabio La Bianca/Baia Santa Nicolicchia )

The ship also won a string of awards for its design. 

Ms Golunski said the yacht had travelled through the Aeolian Islands, Milazzo and Cefalù before sinking. 

It is likely the yacht's name would resonate with Mr Lynch because his PhD thesis and the software that made his fortune was based on Bayesian theory.