Ukrainian billionaire Rinat Ahmetov, with a $7.8 billion fortune, combines real estate and maritime luxury. He bought an apartment in Monaco for $500 million and holds as of January 2024 the mega yacht Luminance, 138.8 metres long. The cabin, built by German Lürssen, hosts 40 guests in 20 suites and features spa, gym, beach club, swimming pool and helipad. Construction costs reached $500 million, while annual maintenance amounts to $40-50 million.
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The $500 million record market in the most expensive corner of the Mediterranean and the 138.8 metres Luminance reveal the real size of Ukrainian billionaire Rinat Ahmetov.
THE Ukrainian Rinat Ahmetov never ceased to occupy the international scene, but in recent times his name is increasingly mentioned in the Media.
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Ukraine's richest man with a fortune that reaches $7.8 billion has managed to regroup looks, not only because of the impressive purchase of a super-luxury apartment in Monaco, value approximately $500 million but also because of a boat «Wild beast» already among the most impressive achievements of modern shipbuilding.
Rinat Ahmetov
The investment in the heart of the Mareterra area, on the sea, is considered one of the largest housing markets that have taken place internationally. The property, extending to multiple levels and reminiscent of more private skyscraper than apartment, confirms the steady choice of billionaires to place funds in high-promotion and security properties.
Luminance: The apotheosis of sea luxury - The mega yacht competing with the top resort
However, interest around Ahmetov is not limited to land. Since January 2024, he owns Luminance, a 138.8-metre-long motorboat, built in Germany by Lürssen, in its shipyards in Bremen. Her surrender marked the entry of another «giant» in the category of mega yachts, further strengthening competition at the top of global shipbuilding luxury.
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The chamber of Ukrainian Ahmetov
The ship's external design is signed by Espen Oeino, one of the most recognized designers in the area, while the interior has been formed by the French Zuretti Design house. The result is a boat that combines impressive presence with high aesthetics, closer to the architecture of a luxury hotel than a private chamber.
One... «floating house» with gym, beach club, jacuzzi
Luminance has the ability to host up to 40 guests in 20 suites, offering a level of comfort that competes with the top resort worldwide. At the same time, it can carry up to 24 crew members ensuring full service and functionality on each trip.
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The benefits at sea strengthen its character as «a floating house» High standards. Inside are spa, beauty salon, gym, beach club, jacuzzi on deck, elevator, underwater lighting, WiFi and full air conditioning system, creating an environment of full autonomy and luxury. Of course the pool is not missing, but the helipad.
Steel hull, aluminum superstructure & teak deck - Absolute stability and style
At technical characteristics level, the vessel has a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, with teak decks. Its propulsion is achieved through two 16-reel type 16V28/33D diesel engines, a total power of 9,789 horsepower, operating at 1,000 rpm. The cruising speed reaches 15 knots, while the maximum speed reaches 20 knots. At the same time, an advanced stabilisation system ensures high levels of comfort, both during sailing and when the vessel is anchored.
Its construction was made according to Lloyd’s Register's strict standards, bearing the necessary certifications which reflect both the quality of construction and compliance with modern environmental requirements.
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Luminance's astronomical construction costs
Luminance's financial footprint is equally impressive. Construction costs are estimated at close to $500 million, while annual maintenance is estimated to be between $40 and $50 million. This amount covers crew salaries, fuel, technical support, insurance, port charges and continuous upgrading of equipment, reflecting the actual cost of maintaining such a floating asset.
Ahmetov's simultaneous presence in both Monaco and the sea's real estate market through Luminance composes a clear repositioning image. Despite the losses suffered by his business empire in previous years, and due to the war, he appears to be returning with movements of high symbolism and strong economic footprint.
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