Scheherazade

Scheherazade is a motor superyacht built by Lürssen Yachts of Germany. With a length of 140 m (460 ft), it is currently one of the longest motor yachts in the world. While being built, it used the project name "Lightning". The exterior design was done by the designer Espen Oeino, and the interiors by the firm of Francois Zuretti. It entered service in June 2020. As of early May 2022 the yacht has been seized by Italian authorities due to its possible links to Russian President Putin and subject to sanctions relating to the Russo-Ukrainian War instigated by Putin in Ukraine. Engineering and construction The yacht has a steel hull with an aluminum superstructure. It was launched on 5 July 2019, and undertook sea trials the following month. It was delivered on 1 June 2020, departing Lemwerder for Norway. According to SuperYachtFan, in 2022 it has an estimated value of US$700 million. The New York Times reported that it appeared to be the sister ship of the 135.5 m (445 ft) Crescent, owned by Igor Sechin, a Russian oligarch and CEO of Rosneft. Features The yacht has two helicopter decks, a gym, and gold-plated bathroom fixtures. The yacht comprises six levels. The main deck contains six guest cabins, a grand dining room, and a spa, which includes a Turkish bath, a sauna, a cryotherapy chamber, and a hydro massage room. The upper deck contains two VIP suites, one of which includes a player piano. The owner's deck has his-and-hers suites with separate bathrooms, walk-in closets, studies, and dressing rooms. There are a total of 22 cabins capable of accommodating 40 guests, and a total crew of 94.