6 of Asia’s most expensive superyachts, ranked: from Jackie Chan and Louis Koo to the richest man in Asia Mukesh Ambani’s vessels – but did Malaysian tycoon Robert Kuok really buy the History Supreme?
According to Business Wire, the global yacht market in 2021 was valued at US$10.8 billion and is anticipated to reach US$15.15 billion by 2026. Hong Kong has long been the most active city in the superyacht industry, with many acknowledging it as a hub for Asia’s yachting community.
As we will see more private superyachts in Asia over the next few years, here are 6 of the most luxurious mega-toys owned by Asian moguls and celebrities – including one made completely out of gold and platinum!
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6. Jackie Chan – Jinlong superyacht (price unknown)
Hong Kong action star Jackie Chan has amassed quite a fortune throughout his decades-long career. In 2019, he made headlines after finally launching his superyacht that he had commissioned in 2017. The martial artist waited two years for the completion of the 152ft vessel.
Designed by Dutch company Mulder Design in collaboration with Chinese shipyard Jinlong, the superyacht boasts top-of-the-line amenities such as its own library, six guest cabins, a private gym and its own boat house.
5. Louis Koo – Princess 88 (US$8.7 million)
The Hong Kong-based actor has a reputation for being fiercely private despite his popularity in the city, but his extravagant superyacht purchase made a huge splash in local media in 2019.
Koo reportedly dropped US$8.7 million for his parents so that they could have a better view of the fireworks over Victoria Harbour. The Princess 88 has three levels decorated with beautiful Hermès interiors. The luxury yacht has four rooms, a lounge and even a bar.
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4. Mukesh Ambani – Horseshoe superyacht (US$100 million)
Shaped like a horseshoe, the luxury yacht has a retracting solar panel roof that bathes its three decks with natural light, which are connected by a lift. There are several envious amenities on this floating palace, such as luxurious private guest suites, a spa, a piano lounge bar and a pool that measures over 25 metres.
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3. Lakshmi Mittal – Amevi (US$125 million)
Lakshmi Mittal, an Indian steel tycoon and the executive chairman of ArcelorMittal, is another well-known figure in the international yachting community. He is the proud owner of Amevi, an 262ft superyacht that’s one of the largest in the world.
The vehicle was constructed by Oceanco, one of the most prestigious shipping firms in the Netherlands, and comes with a price tag of US$125 million.
Amevi is complete with cherry wood furnishings and Italian marble. Guest bedrooms come equipped with luxurious amenities like flat-screen televisions and en suite bathrooms. The luxury yacht is also equipped with a gym, a pool and public spaces.
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2. Sultan of Oman – Al Said (US$600 million)
The Sultan of Oman is the proud owner of luxury yacht Al Said. The 509ft superyacht was constructed by renowned shipyard Lürssen in 2006 and is considered to be one of the biggest in terms of volume.
Al Said can comfortably accommodate up to 70 guests in 26 suites, as well as 174 crew members. Priced at a staggering US$600 million, extravagant facilities for guests include a cinema, a deck jacuzzi and a conference room.
1. Robert Kuok (?) – History Supreme (US$4.8 billion)
The US$4.8 billion History Supreme might just be the most expensive private yacht in the world. The superyacht was sold to an anonymous Malaysian businessman and multiple reports believe the buyer to be billionaire Robert Kuok, the richest man in Malaysia.
Kuok founded the Kuok Group that invests in sectors including hospitality, agriculture, property and more, with Shangri-La Hotels being one of its best-known assets.
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The History Supreme is covered in platinum and gold from bow to stern, explaining its exorbitant price tag. It took three years and nearly 100,000kg of solid gold and platinum to construct the 100ft yacht.
It also holds one of the rarest diamonds in the world inside a liquor bottle on board. It is equipped with dance floors, cinemas, pubs, helipads, lounges and swimming pools. The main bedroom area of the yacht also features a genuine T-Rex bone mounted on a wall made of meteoric stone.
Contributing even further to the extravagance, a thin layer of gold metal added to the boat’s foundation grants it an opulent appearance.
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