Photo 1 by Jeff83180 flickr, Photo 2 by pixelcollector flickr
The construction on SKAT began in in 1999 and it was launched in 2002. It cruises at 15 knots with a max speed of 17 knots. SKAT is 70.70 meter (233 ft) long. The controversial design, sometimes described as militaristic, is by Espen Øino. The style is truly different from most other private yachts but works very well in our opinion. It is anything but traditional, turning heads like few other yachts out there. For the untrained yachtspotter this boat can easily be mistaken for a millitary ship, because of it's angular design and gray color. The straight lines and symmetry suggests a precision fittingly for a man working in the computer business. The owner is Charles Simonyi who made his fortune as a software engineer working on Microsoft's Office programs. He is also a two time space tourist to the international space station.
Features included are a gym, two tenders, and motorcycles. The helicopter accompanying SKAT is fittingly painted in matching gray color. It is A McDonnell Douglas model with a NOTAR system, meaning it does not have a traditional rear rotor but a system of wings. It is described as safer and quieter than a traditional rotor based helicopter. The benefits of a more silent helicopter are increased comfort, but also less noise for your surroundings.
The name SKAT is danish for treasure or tax and can be used as term of affection. The yacht can take 10 guests and 16 crew members.
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