Since March 2022, a highly controversial guest has been anchored along Turkey’s South Aegean coast—the 164-meter superyacht Eclipse, owned by a Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich. Facing extensive Western sanctions due to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Abramovich sought a safe haven for his yacht to avoid government seizure. Recently, the Russian oligarch has faced allegations of tax evasion linked to his fleet of superyachts, reportedly facilitated by offshore schemes, as disclosed by Boat International.
Delivered in 2010 at a cost of €350 million, the 162.5-meter motor yacht Eclipse, constructed in Germany by Blohm & Voss, serves as its flagship. Formerly the world’s largest private yacht, it continues to command attention while incurring significant maintenance expenses.
The yacht features a sprawling 56-meter owner’s deck and interiors adorned with hundreds of bespoke details. A 16-meter swimming pool with an adjustable floor that converts to a dance floor highlights the outdoor spaces. Three helicopters can be accommodated: two on dedicated helipads and a third in a hangar beneath the foredeck.
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