American entrepreneur, philanthropist and co-founder of Microsoft Bill Gates
What is known
This was reported by Forbes, with reference to several sources. The yacht is still in the concept stage and Gates' money will go towards its construction.
According to the project, the length of AQUA will be 114 meters.It has five decks that can accommodate 14 guests and 31 crew. The ship will also have a panoramic swimming pool, a cinema, a spa center, a gym, a beauty salon, as well as a helicopter and observation deck.
The main feature of the vessel is its hydrogen engine.with several vacuum-insulated tanks. Hydrogen will be converted into electrical energy using fuel cells with a proton exchange membrane. After this, the generated energy will be supplied to the distribution boards. Thus, Sinot AQUA will be able to sail 6500 km without refueling with a maximum speed of 31 km/h.
“Imagine an AQUA on the open sea, moving on water with water,” says Sander Sinot, founder of Sinot Yacht Design
When to expect
It is unknown when Bill Gates will receive his purchase. According to preliminary information, you shouldn’t wait until 2024 for Sinot AQUA.
Updated:the company Sinot Yacht Design published a message on its website according to which the above information is unreliable. Bill Gates did not pre-order the yacht. This is a concept and is not for sale.
“AQUA is a concept that is in development and has not been sold to Gates.”
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Source: Forbes
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