Roman Abramovich's Grandeur Entry Into The Big Apple.

 

The colossal private yacht belonging to Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich sailed into New York harbor on Valentine's day and stunned residents by docking in midtown Manhattan for reasons unknown. (rumor has it that, it might be for his pregnant Girlfriend)

Widely recognized as the largest boat in the world, Eclipse measures 557ft in length so was unlikely to go unnoticed as it arrived in the Big Apple.
The presence of the $1.5billion vessel has surprised many familiar with the Russian's security paranoia and media shyness and has understandably fueled speculation as to why it has strayed from its usual territory around southern Europe and St Barts.


The incredible vessel boasts two swimming pools, two helicopter pads, a dedicated disco hall, around 30 cabins, a mini-submarine, and even a missile defense system.

It also has armour-plating around Abramovich’s master suite, bullet-proof windows and a laser system designed to dazzle long-lens photographers.

When it was ordered the initial cost was estimated at around $500million, but by the time Mr Abramovich took delivery last year it was spiraling towards the $1.5billion mark because of the extra luxury fittings and security measures.

Eclipse was built by the Blohm and Voss shipyard in Hamburg, Germany, and delivered to Abramovich last December.

The oligarch also owns three other mega-yachts, the Pelorus (377ft), the Ecstasea (282ft) and the Sussurro (161ft).

Abramovich once lent the Pelorus to Chelsea footballers Frank Lampard and John Terry as a 'bonus' for playing well.

Annual running costs for his fleet are around $25million including full tanks of petrol at around $110,000 per yacht