Owner died in middle of refit on this 323' / 98-m Expedition Yacht - US Gov't Research Ship
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- Опубліковано 2 жов 2024
- The Italian playboy owner of this vessel was converting it into a mega-yacht when he died of a heart-attack during a car race in Europe.
Ice-class US Research ship with diesel electric propulsion, 15,000 mile-range, can do over 20-knots. At 3,700+ Gross Tons, it offers enormous space for 18 luxury suites, a full spa, screening room, onboard film/TV/recording studio, full gym, submarine launch through moonpool, multiple twin-turbine helicopters, etc., etc.
The vessel features a UNIQUE BULBOUS BOW VIEWING POD. Lie back and watch the dolphins playing under way.
Full Rolls-Royce Marine engines/propulsion, bridge and power systems.
This vessel has been called, "The finest ship currently available for conversion in the world."
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The Yacht Channel is presented by Paul Madden who is a former shipyard representative for Blohm+Voss, CRN and other yacht builders. He is available to assist qualified yacht buyers and can be reached at pm@XplorerYachts,com The Yacht Channel is presented by Paul Madden who is a former shipyard representative for Blohm+Voss, CRN and other yacht builders. He is available to assist qualified yacht buyers and can be reached at pm@xploreryachts.com
Owner died when he got the estimate for what it was going to cost to convert this vessel.
I'd die just to fill the gas
@@jazldazl9193 I'd die from inhaling the loose fibers from the asbestos insulation.
Watching this video about an ice-rated, former research vessel has my imagination working overtime. If money was no obstacle, this would be a fun and rewarding project for a conversion to a super yacht or even converted into another research vessel for a university or marine biology lab. When objects/vessels are well made, they should not be wasted or abandoned. A heavily built vessel gives it a remarkable degree of versatility and ability to go into harsher climates. I hope there is a follow-up story to this vessel and it’s not kept secret or ignored.
I agree I’ve had a dream many years about a ship like this lost that dream in 08 with the market crash, but this vid helps me get back up and push at that dream again. I hope they don’t scrap it.
Sad end for a lovely ship. It for some styling reason reminds me of both the Sea Princess and the SS Canberra which I both worked on for a while...P&O ships.
you had me at 'submarine launch through moon-pool'.
THAT'S IT ! I made my mind up . I'm buying that baby. Now all I have to figure out is where do I find the money. I know I'll start looking in the sofa.
JUST DO IT!
I served on a US FFG (that I won't specify for personal reasons), during that time I absolutely fell in love with the 'function over form' style of ship design, the boat in this video is equally as beautiful beyond words as the one I served on.
This one has function with form
Function dictates form. Amen
served on a FF-1052 class myself.
@@merlepatterson 1055 , Heartburn for me
@@henrycarlson7514 So you know the life.
The people that have the money to buy refit to their needs would buy a brand new yacht that is 100% modern/state of the art. Shame she was scrapped.
Now, if I had the financial resources it would require and was filthy rich, this would be the vessel for me. This boat/ship is a floating tank; overbuilt and very, very well maintained. Beautiful lines. Beautiful rake. Absolutely SOLID!
Beautiful and functional ship to begin with. Would love to see the finished product.
When I become rich....I'm buying this ship and turning it into a mega yacht.
Andrew I like the way you think maybe we should buy this together and turn it into a Royal yacht fly our own ensign.
Ok, you convinced me. I'm buying it.
This is the best ice class ship that I've ever seen
This ship is my FAVORITE!
Any footage or pictures of the bulbous bow viewing pod? Could you extend the first superstructure deck forward and craft a taller bow, with an open teak sun deck above the anchor windlasses?
Whooa....Off course she is going to attract attention after finished.....artist rendering give me impression that she is going to be one of kind mega yacht or ship if you prefer to say it your way
Iron American Dream on UA-cam.
So if you've got 250 million dollars.
You can't afford this boat.
But the dream, we get to dream.
Where is Sahara now? Is she still in Lake Union, Seattle?
it was scrapped
Anybody else notice that WE paid for 3 NEW ENGINES just before the Gov. sold her. Gov. employees go to work and promptly forget that it's their money too.
The reason for this is simple. The govt has plan repairs years in advance for funding to be approved, then contracting in place and scheduled it has to be completed by the contractors by law. (Congressional approval) once funding is in the pipeline it has to be spent. One of the reasons we will never have a balanced federal budget. ChiefD
@@cwdtransport2247 That, and endless/needless tax cuts (people forget the other side of the budget equation?)
@@BenDover-wm7wf You must not be paying much tax then.
Why not keep it as a ship? I love her and she'll always have a special place in my heart. (I worked on the Oceanographer doing phase one of the conversion BTW)
gottta pay for the military ship boi
Kelley D
My father (John Plaggmier) was commanding officer when she circumvented the globe in the 60's. As a matter of fact I was born in 1966 in Jacksonville Florida where she departed for her global tour. From Jacksonville we moved to Seattle. My mother, five sibblings, and I drove, meeting my father at the Ballard Locks (I believe 1967 or 1968) .
We're you possibly part of this tour? If so, please contact me at jplaggmier@gmail.com. my father passed away shortly after that tour. I was very young and I have many questions that you will hopefully be able to answer. Thank you, Jennifer
You can not buy any thing with out money
How much was it sold for as scrap?
It's painful that she was scrapped. Moonpool and viewing pod!
This ship seemed to have so much potential...and class...Built for life.
Of course these days Billionaires change yachts like their underwear!
16 State rooms ???
Holy smokes Batman.
You can Private Message me if you like but What are you asking for her? How much work still needs to be done?
Sorry, missed this. She is in Mexico and the price now is approx $800,000.
@@ExpeditionYachts talk about a steal. Her replacement probably cost 400 times that
Onassis yacth the Christina was a converted US navy ship
"Four Fairbanks Morse Diesel Engines. Three of them near new put in by the Federal Government JUST BEFORE THEY DISPOSED OF THE VESSEL. I'm sure FM showed their appreciation to certain members of Congress for the purchase of these ships.
Is it true this ships heading to the scrap yard?
Yes. However the owner of the scrap yard is trying to sell her.
😅😅
Private overkill. Beautiful water sleigh only to rich for most bloods but government. No one man should oen or have the resources to singlehand one of these ownerships. To much what a piece of mechanical wonder and to be scraped? What a shame
would make an awesome floating zombie bunker!
Yep
A retirement home for those that love the sea 👍🚨
Just curious, but why remain with thermal dynamic power when flueless is available? Atrue conversion would only require fuel for the toys.
I'm not sure what you are referring to? Please tell us about that.
@@ExpeditionYachts this idiot was talking about putting sails on the ship.
At the :14 second mark there is a artist rendering that I like, However with the panning shot, and the cut scene shot tis difficult to get a real grasp on its outward appearance. Is there anywhere online that this rendering can be viewed in its entirety?
try this link: www.dropbox.com/s/9hob584903b0tlh/JQB%20Design%202007.jpg?dl=0
She is a beauty. She is strong. Thank you for sharing. ⚓🛟⚓
You're welcome.
What is the cost price
What I REALY DON'T UNDERSTAND........why hell on earth is this ship you could buy for just 1 Mill. $ and refit for another 25 -30 Mill. $ into an outstanding 15000 SM Range, Iceclass, Helli Hangar, 16 Staterooms Explorer Megayacht STILL FOR SALE ???
When I see, what a lovely Ship YERSIN Explorer Yacht came out after rebuild was finished and it is just 77m in length.
And the brand new 2017 Planet Nine Explorer for sale right now for a whopping 100 Mill. $ ????
Sorry I don't get it 😳😳😳
I think these boats are way better and cheaper than what is being built now for 100M dollars. I think you could refit it for 10 to 15 million as a basic boat. His refit of 250M is way the hell off unless you want to fill it with carrera marble or crazy expensive wood. But I know people that do refit and would guess around 10 to 15 M its worth it as a charter at the end.
The pool of potential customers is very small. The chance that you could sink a stupid amount of money into the boat and then not be able to sell it is real. I would love to own it though.
❤😊 awesome boat .🌏👍
Did anyone every buy her
No. Unfortunately, she was scrapped in Mexico
So, if new Ulysses costs 200MM, how much would it cost to buy and refit this ship like on renders 0:13-0:18?
Probably $25 million
@@ExpeditionYachts yeah I would say $15 to 25 depending on where you have it done. I have seen boats 100 ft Broward stripped down and cost $500K to $750K in Florida It all depends on what needs to be done and where you have it done.
I used to own the tugboat delanco which I bought from gulf oil in Houston texas. She was built in 1919 and as of a year ago was still in the towing business. She was repowerd in 1953 with a V 12 567 EMD. 90 feet long. Theres a ex national guard 100 foot tug in bristol condition for sale in tacoma. They went down to 75 thousand and no buyers. Shes powered by a 1200 HP Fairbanks Morse. Cant understand why a wealthy person would buy a ranger fake tugboat for 5 times the price instead. The Sahara looks very much like a martinac tuna clipper. Some of them have been converted to yachts I believe. Does dan by any chance have a brother named richard ?
Dan has a big family and I've met several of his brothers, but don't recall a Richard.
@@ExpeditionYachts the richard stabert that I knew owned a couple of tugs in the seattle area. Thanks for the response.
False info worker died on the boat lia hawkins her family sued owner and got judgement from Italian owner bad info here
Lia died, and the owner died. Fact.
I'd rather have a Gaff Schooner.
it is gov quality nasa on the water at a discount store price. Best thing is flexible layout that is poss. Drive on drive off support construction supplies vessel, max ppl rooms & max carry supply loading & surgical to basic medical care. 1st mission is heavy carry construction, 2nd as ppl power & 3rd medical in remote location or disaster. All in a luxury quality yacht type finish so living & working month away Island & sea is easy ask. 40 ppl carry working living yacht standard of finish. Nothing showy or over the top, just need based, to fill mission.
If I can't get all that less ppl say 30 is lowest poss construction work crew. Medical 4 min, & engine & machine crew 4,+ whose has to run the ship normal crewing min. Short of that size it is waste of ful to drive some where, bc no man power. If once there u hve on shore living trailers in a box, that is fine too, so if working at elevation u just place store living box on top of cliff, 1k up & down every day is a drag if not flying.
I sailed on her for about three years. She was top heavy and rolled like a pig in heavy weather. She would have been a nightmare as an ocean going yacht but would have made a great "never leave the dock" vessel which there is a market for. If she had been gutted and had the engines removed all of that space could have been used as passenger space.
She would have made a perfect floating casino/restaurant/hotel but it's too late now, she's gone. She had a sister ship, the Discovery.
Given the words and the tone of the words, its a selling video, where an independent assessment is essential.
He happened to love this vessel, but he also know if it didn't find a new home, it would be lost.
u descripted it well, I got the picture. Whatever it takes to quickly load & unload equipment & supplies & leaves room for live on board & modern tools needed to keep working machine shop wise basic set up. Equipment 1st; ppl 2nd; supplies for construction 3rd limiting factor time wise; 4th is medical++ level 2 or better min care; 5th make it nice so ppl enjoy on board living the end skeetch that & start work 3rd version that gets most of that list at best price & reasonable time line 1.5 yrs+/- 2yrs max reasonable range fine.
Paying for the vessel alright, but the cost to operating Nine men crews and 1k to 1.6k gallons each day diesels just not enough cash for that. Like buying new car with full gas tank, then after that no more money for gas. However, anything made from government spec should preserved and well maintaining. It is signifying the foundation of our national history.
If have enough money will take this home with fueled max fuels, supplies stocks for travel seven seas during coronavirus.
It's funny...for some reason, these huge private yachts are now exempt from new proposed carbon taxes...as are private jets. I wonder why?
Not a very well thought out design if you ask me, suppose the engine dies, I didn't see a single set of oar locks anywhere! WTF???
I heard she had a new owner and she had been turned back into a research ship. I noticed the last comments are four years old. At one point they were asking 5million as is. I wish I had the money.
This one was scrapped in 2019.
@@btwbrand Yeah, I heard that. They were asking 5 million for her at some point. It's so dumb to do that. Think of the millions of dollars that were wasted. The ship I served on was a subtender. At the end of the "cold war" she was sent to the breakers. She could have been converted into a hospital ship that could have aided in natural disasters. It also left the subs she served in a lurch. Subs have issues like any other ship or boat. Scotland was home to a tender. After it was scrapped and the site close, the nearest repair site was in the US. Can you imagine hitting a log with your screw and having to go all the way home making noise that anyone in the North Atlantic can hear?
It's incredible well built. Not sure if a super yacht can be pulled out of it though. My issue is with the "plus side" list, or rather the lack of the "minus side"? I've been boating for far too many years to believe there is none, and I'm far too old to not to notice it's lacking. Aside cost, I'm not saying they're show stoppers, I'm saying they're not being shared.
I agree- there are pluses and minuses of any vessel. I could produce videos all day and night pointing out deficiencies of mega-yachts that have won every award that they give to each other every year. I'm focused on maritime opportunities that are sitting right in front of us. The object with a conversion is to retain the capabilities and as much of the existing structure and systems for re-purposing to fulfill a particular mission. In the end you want to get a vessel with capabilities that surpass a 'white boat' that costs many times more; or a new-build.
Make's me think to the EX: Aristote Onassis yacht... CHRISTINA ''O''
Don't kill the ship! Take it to a technical university to redesign the hybrid drive! You, as I see it, do not understand ships, but students know how to make this ship smart!
there r newer shiner research ships out there, but heavy equipment & ppl power 1 month tour min vessel +travel each side is a sound needed ship, outfitted so ppl want to sign on 1 month min tour+ travel each way. Nothing not needed nothing best just good enough job done on time reasonable changes only to core mission.
this is what I’m thinking about
Wow! Everyone keeps telling me I'm a qualified captain, this boat is meant for me
I would love to own her and make her our full time home!
A boat is a hole in the water that money disappear into.
A very impressive and quality ship. Is it still available? Ward In Bahamas
Unfortunately, mired in litigation until sent to scrapyard.
@@ExpeditionYachts wow! That’s a shame. Nothing could be done?
Another person who did not plan for their death! Purpose built I would buy for $1
Want to see a completed refit of a military vessel. Type in yacht Bart Roberts
Ship looks so strong it could handle a couple of mail battle guns on the bow lol
Is this one still available or did someone buy it already?
+Sean Theman It is available. In Seattle.
Nice
money grubbers
Im in love with it. unfortunatly Ive only got 2 mil to spend, i can dream I guess
+Ed Grabow (Big Red) If you have $2 mill, you can own it...
The Yacht Channel Unfortunately that's all I have, If I bought it ,It would have to sit for 10 years b4 I could fit her out, But would I love to own her.Thanks for the offer.
well, cost of maintenance is about $2MM a year, too...
What would be total cost of restoration?
$15 million would be a start. As always, the level of the interior finish would be the main variable.
At least he died doing what he loved......spending his money while pursuing idle entertainments. There are worse ways to go. Were any supermodels racing with him, or just hairy mechanics and other motor types?
Important questions. I think he was solo.
Tell the age of this ship
1968
Built in an era of spacefaring optimism. Just ignore the whole Vietnam thing lol
Who was the guy who died and did not finish it?
Where’s the part about it going to the scrapper? Clickbait is not a good way of marketing.
Check the title.
@@ExpeditionYachts I was going by the thumbnail, which says “goes to scrapper” not “is for sale”.
This is an older video made after the vessel sold, followed by new owner died, followed by it being up for sale again, followed by scrapper. It’s a bit of a soap opera with a tragic ending.
@@ExpeditionYachts Ahh. Damn way too nice of a hull for that.
Did this ship actually go to the scrapper or is it still for sale?
Scrapped, unfortunately.
"Sometime in 2015, the vessel departed Ballard under tow and was brought to a port on the Pacific Coast of Mexico where it had continued to be listed for sale for many years although by 2019, listings had disappeared indicating that the scrapping of the ship was underway." en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NOAAS_Oceanographer_(R_101)
This vessel got scrapped.
That that really sucks
IDK about government standards being the best. Government contracts are usually awarded to the lowest bidder.... aren't they?
I think that during the Cold War, vessels built for intelligence and military purposes were handled differently.
Buy the ship for good price,like the scrap tonnage worth,move it to China in condition it is and for 80 M$ you may have a Exquisite not a yacht but a ship.But if you refit it in Seattle than this guy say you will need 200 M.Watch out it will cost you actually or more likely 600 M , and the craftsmanship is poor, take it to China and you will be very happy you did. TH
Have you refit ships in China and/or Seattle...? China has had a number of disasters. There are some good yards, but I am told by project managers that it is very tricky - NERO being the prime example. Seattle has many accomplished, hard-working craftsmen who have done credible commercial and yacht projects for decent prices. You get what you pay for. This vessel will never be a new Lurssen, but it represents the best platform available for conversion anywhere. And a smart re-fit will create lasting asset value.
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I was referring to over all price,for the ship and in the future the work on it to be done.The quality of craftsmanship did improve in China tremendously over the years,and our is in decline. Thats all.TH
Paul MaddenYachts What happened with regard to Nero? Can you be more specific? Thanks.
You weren't listening very well, he said it originally cost the Govt. $200 million to build this ship, not $200 million to refit it, as for China they are notorious for cutting corners & using sub-standard materials, unless you have a well known & reputable project manager I would have the work done in the U.S. for a ship of this size.
Anicon2006 I agree.
Does it have a kicker motor mount ?
lmfao ya it does a 9.9 in the locker for the bad times :)
I am still waiting for that big lotto win, but I am curious. Can anyone estimate the refit cost on this? Low end to make her serviceable, high end full luxury yacht finish with all the amenities?.
Who buys a finished refitted vessel like this?
+Fr. Duffy Fighting 69th Yes, a shrewd buyer who understands what a ship is. Who understands that these government ships, even an old ol like this, will outperform any Russian billionaire's yacht coming out of a German shipyard. This vessel hit 18-knots on its last sea trial with the original engines. With a bit of love, she'll do more than 20. And she'll hold that non-stop from Seattle to Hong Kong and have still hold enough fuel to turn around and steam home.
The Yacht Channel w
A billionaire with millions to burn
I would need Democrat money to buy that......
Is there any update on this vessel?
Unfortunately - scrapped in Mexico.
@@ExpeditionYachts Wow! That is really insane. Such a solid vessel.
What became of this vessel?
Scrapped
@@ExpeditionYachts :-(
That's a WOW ship; I can't wait to see it refitted.
Unfortunately, she was scrapped.
What a waste
Hah hahaha I sailed on the Oceanographer way back in the late 60's sad if she went to the scrappers
In Seattle, I heard that she could do more than 20-knots. Did she make any high-speed runs when you were aboard?
no just research I was on her as a second cook and baker @@ExpeditionYachts
@@njblanchard2618 Interersting. Tell us more.
So what happened to her? Its seven years later. It says went to scrappers at the top, so was she scrapped?
Yes. Last year.
@@ExpeditionYachts Thanks Yacht Channel, how sad
Wait, what happened to the vessel? What’s its name? Why am I seeing this just now?
Safari
@@ExpeditionYachts thank you, but I’m guessing you meant Sahara. I’ve just noticed you mentioning the name in the beginning of the video, my bad that I’ve missed it really. From what I understand nothing came of the idea of a refit? Because the only Sahara out there seems to be a 78ft Ferretti
@@ExpeditionYachts she is a beautiful ship by the way, thank you for that video
She is a beauty
So much potential, Thank You
Thank you too!
Is this Ship still for sale?
Richard Blain yes. Contact pm@private-yacht.net
According to yachtworld she is in dry dock Mexico search "1966 Aerojet-General Ex Oceanographer" - 950 k$
She is in Mexico in water with a couple of offers pending. Still available.
Seems to be a opportunity for a cut price megayacht. More a renovation job of an existing ship then an alternative to a custom build of a similar sized yacht. Whether the interior and exterior deck fittings would match the likes from Lurssen/Oceanco/Feadship/Blohm + Voss/Benetti ect is moot. It'd take a lot of work besides a new coat of paint on her hull to change her interior and hull fittings to make her not look like the ex-navy government ship she is. It'd make a fair exploration ship to the poles and off the beaten super and mega yachting track, but for Mediterranean cruising where the other super and mega yachts cruise I don't think it'd look the part.
I wouldn't want to look the part of the mega yacht set. I rather like the government/commercial boat look. If I had the money I would prefer something like this with a nice home level interior over a Lurssen or Fedship. The high level yachts are just incredible, no doubt, but, could you imagine how much attention they would get pulling into port in a poor country? Even with good security I wouldn't feel safe. I would want something like this that would be safe in virtually any conditions, wouldn't attract unwanted attention & could explore remote areas for long periods of time. lol It's a moot point though. I don't have the money. My exploring will have to be limited to a tent & the far side of the lake. lol :)
I have to disagree, Maybe the younger crowd wouldn't like her but any real ship man would fall in love with her lines alone. than again Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. God what I wouldn't give just to crew her.
Edward Grabow Seeing as the larger megayachts are mostly owned by billionaires who are in their forth and fifth decade, I doubt they would want to be seen on this ship either, as impressions seem to count in those circles, and this ship as fine as she is, and as sea faring as she is would look so out of place sailing into say Antibes and docking next to say Madam Gu, not to mention how she'd look sailing into Hercules Port, and then docking next to say Alfa Nero, Sahara would look so out of place. But then not being a ship man, what do I know. I just know that the yachts built by Lurssen/Oceanco/Feadship/Blohm + Voss/Benetti ect are geared for comfort for the people who can afford to run and maintain them and have jet set parties on them i.e Indian Princess and some look beautiful, and have lovely interiors.
Puzzoozoo This isn't a yacht for someone that wants to look pretty & impress their friends.
This is for someone that isn't image conscience that wants to safely explore the world. It's the yacht version of the old pickup you take out & use without worrying about scratching it.
If I had the money I would go for something like this before I would buy a fancy new yacht. This has a classic ship look which I love & I wouldn't worry about damaging it. Even if I had the money it would stress me out to see the crew hammering ice off of a shiny new yacht. It would stress me out to drag something off the bottom & possibly damage the deck.
I am in no way knocking the Feadships of the world. They are truly impressive & very capable yachts but they just aren't my style.
My dream is to have a yacht to explore the world & relax. You can have a very comfortable interior built & comfortable deck spaces built on this & be every bit as comfortable as any Lursson or Fedship without the flashy exterior. With this, or something like it you could pull into any port in the world without attracting attention. People just assume you are a commercial ship. If you pull into in a poor area you could safely get off & walk around. If you pulled into a poor area in an obviously privately owned $80 million yacht that could be dangerous for your crew & your family.
I guess it just depends on what someone wants a yacht for. I have no desire to impress people & if I had the $ to buy something like this I figure I would not want to let people know I was that wealthy. Others want to impress. It may even be beneficial for business contacts.
When you really look there are lots of converted commercial ships so I assume I am not alone in my desire to have a yacht that doesn't attract attention.
shananagans5 Well put! Lets chip in
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The point is you could take this boat(ship) just about any where you wanted to go and it will stand up to rough seas and the beating the oceans can do to a ship..You can not do that with most yachts they will break........
Tim Law. another person that just pulled a fact straight out of his ass. that is such bullshit. any yatcht can hold up to Heavy Seas the answer is the size of the yacht to comparable sea .
has it been completed yet?
Buyer died before completing project and vessel was scrapped.
Last bid : $100.
Will not settle for more.
No money, no boat…
No woman, no cry...
@@ExpeditionYachts No woman, no Karen at the dock ....ua-cam.com/video/yITSJ6e-Jbc/v-deo.html
Does "Ice Class" mean it's an icebreaker?
No. Ice breakers are entirely different animals. And there are different levels of 'ice-class', which I think speak to the thickness of the ice and the strength of the hull, but I am no expert and so you might google this subject.
@@ExpeditionYachts thank you.
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the on site living boxes for remote sites can ride on top like a normal container ship securely.