Megayachts and oligarchs: ‘We’re scared of getting close to wrong money’

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Megayachts and oligarchs: ‘We’re scared of getting close to wrong money’
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As the West goes after the assets of Russian oligarchs, the ripples are being felt across the industry.

Superyacht design, like that of the new Victorious yacht, is suited to owner's tastes

In some cases this means superyachts sitting idle in ports around the world, as industry workers avoid doing business with those on the West's Most Wanted list. Some boats may have made a run for more friendly waters, travelling to ports in countries that have not imposed sanctions. Former Chelsea FC owner Roman Abramovich has docked two superyachts in Turkey, media report. Others have been spotted in Dubai.

Yacht sales, new builds and yacht charters are all at record highs and further growth is projected into 2022, aided in part by the pandemic, he said.

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