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The world’s longest gigayacht, Ulyssia, commissioned by Swiss billionaire Frank Binder, is set to overshadow icons like the Titanic and QE2 with its colossal size and unmatched luxury.
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At a staggering 1,050 feet, Ulyssia dwarfs the Titanic (882 feet) and QE2 (964 feet), boasting 133 residences, including 10 penthouses, offering opulent living and cutting-edge sustainability.
Designed with sustainability at its core, Ulyssia will be hybrid-powered, combining solar batteries and advanced fuels, aligning with marine conservation goals in visited regions.
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Residences, priced from ₹102 crore (£10 million), offer 1-6 bedrooms, kitchens, and up to 15,100 sq. ft. of space. Penthouses start at ₹502 crore (£49 million), promising unrivaled elegance.
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From restaurants helmed by celebrity chefs to a wine cellar, library, theatre, and even a medical center, Ulyssia’s facilities redefine maritime luxury.
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Frank Binder, heir to Merck Pharmaceuticals, revealed his vision, stating: "I wanted a place that combines luxury with sustainability, something beyond what exists today."
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Top talents like Norwegian yacht designer Espen Oeino and interior designer Francesca Muzio are shaping the vessel’s aesthetic—light, airy interiors with floor-to-ceiling glass walls.
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Construction of the gigayacht begins May 2025, with delivery slated for 2029, funded partly through protected deposits, promising an unparalleled maritime marvel.
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Binder’s Ulyssia is more than a yacht—it's a floating luxury ecosystem, inviting residents to embrace “a life without boundaries” on the high seas.
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