Jamie Edmiston, CEO of his namesake company, said in a statement it’s “the most extraordinary yacht ever built [and] the one that will change it all.”
Video footage courtesy YachtWay.com.
There are very few shipyards in the world capable of building a vessel like this, Paartalu explained, and he said “it’s no surprise” Feadship pulled it off, as it’s widely considered one of the best shipyards globally.
While most yacht owners prioritize maximum interior space, “Breakthrough” was primarily designed with the climate in mind, Paartalu said. Its engine room takes up significantly more space than traditional yacht propulsion systems.
“It’s a pretty bold, uncompromising choice,” Paartalu added. Gates is also heavily involved in clean energy projects like Breakthrough Energy, which supports early-stage companies developing technologies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
And because superyacht builders are backed up with production schedules, anyone looking to buy the “Breakthrough” should be expected to pay a premium, Paartalu said, rather than waiting four-to-five years for a new build.
“Time is priceless at this level,” he said. “Many buyers prefer immediate gratification over a multi-year wait.”
While every superyacht is unique, Paartalu said, in this case, the new owner will be buying more than a boat.
“You’re buying future-forward technology and a benchmark in innovation,” he said. “Add to that a pedigree few can match. And let’s be honest: How often can someone say, ‘I bought Bill Gates’ yacht?’”
