Bill Gates Did Not Spend $645 Million On This Eco-Friendly Yacht (Updated)
UPDATE: Rumors are like balloons: when they get too big, they explode. It turns out, Bill Gates DIDN’T BUY the super-yacht AQUA. It might take longer than 4 years for it to come to life, and by longer, we mean maybe never. Dutch design and technology agency Sinot, which developed the AQUA concept, has stated that “it has no business relationship with Mr. Gates.” If you still wonder what Gates’ mega-yacht would have been like in a parallel reality, scroll down through the image story below.
The futuristic super-yacht run entirely on liquid hydrogen DOES NOT belong to Bill Gates.
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Sinot was not happy about the rumors and made it clear that “The hydrogen concept AQUA is not linked to Mr. Gates in any form or matter.”
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Anyway, here’s how the already-notorious superyacht looks up close
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The mega-yacht has an indoor health and wellness center that features a gym, an infinity pool, a hydro-massage room, and a yoga studio.
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During the Monaco Yacht Show in 2019, designer Sander Sinot commented that “for development of Aqua, we took inspiration from the lifestyle of a discerning and forward-looking owner”.
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Huge 28-ton liquid nitrogen tanks can be viewed through the glass panel in the middle. Every tank is sealed in a vacuum and cooled up to -423°F (-253°C).
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AQUA is designed to host 14 guests and 31 crew members. There are 4 guest staterooms, 2 Japanese-styled VIP cabins, 1 owner’s pavilion, 14 double crew cabins, 2 officer cabins, and 1 captain’s cabin.
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This space can be filled with art, musical instruments, and other objects of desire depending on Gates’ personal interests.
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The top and lower decks are connected by a spectacular circular staircase that’s said to be one of the yacht’s defining features.
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The luxurious 50ft-wide master bedroom is strategically placed under a central skylight and features enormous windows that create ethereal luminosity.
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The deck furniture has been completely custom-made by the finest craftsmen, and is upholstered in soft fabrics with colorful throw pillows and piping details.
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Among a variety of spaces dedicated to leisure activities, AQUA features an in-house observatory, an indoor cinema, dining and lounging areas, and many other things.
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Even though this yacht was not bought by Bill Gates, it’s a good opportunity for some of us to get to know what the heck is this mysterious liquid named hydrogen? So, here it is. Liquid hydrogen has been used as a fuel in space technology for several years. It is light and has fewer potential risks when compared to compressed gas. What’s more, it’s getting trendy! The International Energy Agency announced that hydrogen “is today enjoying unprecedented momentum. The world should not miss this unique chance to make hydrogen an important part of our clean and secure energy future.” No wonder NASA calls it the fuel of choice for space exploration. We don’t want to sound rude but Ferdinand Magellan was missing out on this one.
Here’s what people said about it:
If you check the Sinot page, they say that this article is incorrect and that they haven't sold the Aqua to Bill Gates
This could have been awkward. I almost bought the exact same ship. Fortunately, I was $644,999,900.76 short when I tried to order it on Amazon.
You're getting ripped off Bill. Top speed is only 17 knots? No laser cannons? Super villains will have that boat snatched up on its first cruise.
Nothing more uplifting than seeing the obscenely, opulent luxury of the idle rich. Does anyone want to show off their solid gold toilet?
The process of separating hydrogen takes more energy than it releases. It's low emissions on the back end, not on the front end.
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we like boats but this is an extreme provocative unreasonable challenge and is very slow
It will be interesting where he will fill up his tanks. I've heard that in Iceland there is this possibility due to their geothermal capability but anywhere else will be problematic for a very long time. And it takes a minimum of the same energy to split water as it delivers people!!! Remember your science lessons.
Meh, to me it's a waste but I don't like boats. This thing only get 3700 miles which is barley enough to make it to Europe from NY. Just seems like a waste.
I'm jealous but he deserves it. I'm glad it's eco-friendly (run entirely on liquid hydrogen), might serve as an inspiration to others
And his funding of this boat will certainly help the eco friendly technologies be advanced for all!
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Don't you just love it when super-rich people talk about the importance of fighting climate change, social inequality and other worthy causes and then go and buy the most expensive yacht in the world? I think the Jewish call this "chucpe". Don't get me wrong - I know that he's doing something and that he donated a lot of money to worthy causes. But still, I can't help to feel a bit of sour taste in my mouth.
How much money did you donate last year? And what’s the percentage verses your...? 43% vs ...? Them, $43,000,000,000 so far verses your...? How much did you donate to fight coronavirus? $100,000,000 verses your...? Is his money, he can spend anyway he likes! Brush your teeth and rinse your month. Get some candy. That should get the sour taste out of your mouth.
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he's given more in charity than some other billionaires' wealth combined. i don't mind if he gets himself a billion dollar paper weight..
Load More Replies... If you check the Sinot page, they say that this article is incorrect and that they haven't sold the Aqua to Bill Gates
This could have been awkward. I almost bought the exact same ship. Fortunately, I was $644,999,900.76 short when I tried to order it on Amazon.
You're getting ripped off Bill. Top speed is only 17 knots? No laser cannons? Super villains will have that boat snatched up on its first cruise.
Nothing more uplifting than seeing the obscenely, opulent luxury of the idle rich. Does anyone want to show off their solid gold toilet?
The process of separating hydrogen takes more energy than it releases. It's low emissions on the back end, not on the front end.
Load More Replies... we like boats but this is an extreme provocative unreasonable challenge and is very slow
It will be interesting where he will fill up his tanks. I've heard that in Iceland there is this possibility due to their geothermal capability but anywhere else will be problematic for a very long time. And it takes a minimum of the same energy to split water as it delivers people!!! Remember your science lessons.
Meh, to me it's a waste but I don't like boats. This thing only get 3700 miles which is barley enough to make it to Europe from NY. Just seems like a waste.
I'm jealous but he deserves it. I'm glad it's eco-friendly (run entirely on liquid hydrogen), might serve as an inspiration to others
And his funding of this boat will certainly help the eco friendly technologies be advanced for all!
Load More Replies... Don't you just love it when super-rich people talk about the importance of fighting climate change, social inequality and other worthy causes and then go and buy the most expensive yacht in the world? I think the Jewish call this "chucpe". Don't get me wrong - I know that he's doing something and that he donated a lot of money to worthy causes. But still, I can't help to feel a bit of sour taste in my mouth.
How much money did you donate last year? And what’s the percentage verses your...? 43% vs ...? Them, $43,000,000,000 so far verses your...? How much did you donate to fight coronavirus? $100,000,000 verses your...? Is his money, he can spend anyway he likes! Brush your teeth and rinse your month. Get some candy. That should get the sour taste out of your mouth.
Load More Replies... he's given more in charity than some other billionaires' wealth combined. i don't mind if he gets himself a billion dollar paper weight..
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