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Eric Schmidt is selling his superyacht
Business Insider • • business
Key Points:
- Eric Schmidt, former Google CEO, is selling his 95-meter superyacht Whisper for $172.5 million; he purchased it in 2023 from Shahid Khan.
- Built by German shipyard Lürssen, Whisper features five decks with luxury amenities including a master cabin with fireplace, spa, movie theater, swimming pool, and water sports equipment.
- The yacht accommodates 12 guests and 27 crew members, designed for large parties and high-end entertainment, originally delivered in 2014 as Kismet.
- Schmidt's reasons for selling remain undisclosed, though the sale may be influenced by the booming superyacht market and his previous near-purchase of another megayacht.
- For those unable to buy, Whisper is available for charter at $1.4 million per week, offering a more accessible way to experience the luxury vessel.
