The 106-meter superyacht Amadea, commissioned by Russian billionaire Suleiman Kerimov, spent three years entangled in legal battles. Now, it is finally returning to the market.
And not just in any condition – but in immaculate shape, thanks to the fact that American taxpayers covered $850,000 per month for its upkeep. The result? A yacht that looks as though it has just left the shipyard, now heading to auction for the first time at a price significantly lower than its original $325 million.
Built by the renowned German shipyard Lürssen, with exterior styling by Espen Øino and interiors by François Zuretti, Amadea is the epitome of opulence and refinement. At 4,402 GT, she offers eight lavish suites, private elevators for guests and crew, a salon, a cinema with a 160-inch screen and D-Box seating, and a spa center worthy of royal palaces – complete with hammam, sauna, a chromotherapy pool, and a sea-level terrace.
On deck, highlights include a 10-meter infinity pool with a swim-up bar, a helipad, and a tender garage housing a 10-meter limousine tender and a 10.5-meter sports tender. With twin MTU engines, Amadea boasts a range of 8,000 nautical miles and a top speed of 20 knots.
The owner’s suite is nothing short of a private residence: a spacious bedroom with more than ten panoramic windows, a private jacuzzi, dressing room, beauty salon, gym, and office. Every corner exudes artistry – from hand-painted ceilings inspired by Michelangelo to a grand salon featuring a painted Pleyel piano and ballroom chandeliers.
One of the crown jewels is the Winter Garden on the upper deck – an enchanting space with a lobster aquarium, lush greenery, and a dining table for 24 guests. A slate waterfall and hand-painted loggia complete an atmosphere designed for hedonistic feasts at sea.
Seized by U.S. authorities in 2022, Amadea has since been meticulously maintained, including two major refits in dry dock during 2024 and 2025. Now, under the supervision of National Maritime Services and in collaboration with Fraser Yachts, the vessel will be offered at a sealed-bid auction on September 10. Interested parties must submit a $10 million deposit, with the yacht’s value estimated at around $230 million.
Bob Toney of National Maritime Services described Amadea as “perhaps the most beautiful and demanding yacht we will ever see – a once-in-a-lifetime vessel.”
After three years in legal limbo, Amadea is ready to sail once more – more resplendent than ever. It stands as a testament to luxury that transcends time and circumstance, and the upcoming auction offers a rare opportunity for a new owner to become part of her extraordinary journey.
