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AL DIRIYAH is a 78.65 m Motor Yacht, built in Japan by National Bulk and delivered in 1960.
Her top speed is 15.0 kn, her cruising speed is 13.0 kn, and she boasts a maximum cruising range of 5500.0 nm at 10.0 kn, with power coming from two Fairbanks Morse diesel engines. She can accommodate up to 16 guests in 8 staterooms, with 34 crew members. She has a gross tonnage of 1344.0 GT and a 11.31 m beam.
She was designed by National Bulk Carriers , who also completed the naval architecture. National Bulk Carriers has designed 1 yacht and created the naval architecture for 1 yacht for yachts above 24 metres.
Her interior was designed by Ellen McClusky - she is built with a Teak deck, a Steel hull, and Steel superstructure.
AL DIRIYAH is in the top 5% by LOA in the world. She is one of 120 motor yachts in the 70-80m size range.
AL DIRIYAH is currently sailing under the Saudi Arabia flag (along with a total of other 13 yachts). She is known to be an active superyacht and has most recently been spotted cruising near Saudi Arabia. For more information regarding AL DIRIYAH's movements, find out more about BOATPro AIS .
Specifications
- Name: AL DIRIYAH
- Previous Names: DANGINN,ULTIMA II,SERENDIPITY,MASSARRAH
- Yacht Type: Motor Yacht
- Yacht Subtype: Classic Yacht
- Builder: National Bulk
- Naval Architect: National Bulk Carriers
- Exterior Designer: National Bulk Carriers
- Interior Designer: Ellen McClusky
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A Summary of Motor Yacht AL DIRIYAH
The motor yacht AL DIRIYAH is a 79 metre 258 (ft) lengthy steel ship which was manufactured at National Bulk Carriers and conceived by National Bulk Carriers. Accommodating 16 passengers and 34 professional crew, motor yacht AL DIRIYAH was formerly named Danginn; Ultima Ii; Serendipity; Massarrah. The naval architecture office that made the plans and general arrangement for the yacht was National Bulk Carriers. The interior designing is sucessful creation of Ellen Mcclusky.
AL DIRIYAH was built for American shipping magnate Daniel K. Ludwig in 1960 in Japan under the name Danginn. After she was sold to Charles Revson of the Revlon cosmetics empire, who renamed her Ultima II she was reportedly sold to a European banker and named Serendipity. The yacht was then bought by Saudi billionaire Nasser Al-Rashid who named her Massarrah. It was Sheik Ahmed Yamani who bought and named her AL DIRIYAH.
Build & Yacht Design for Luxury Yacht AL DIRIYAH
National Bulk Carriers was the naval architect firm involved in the professional vessel plans for AL DIRIYAH. Her interior design was conceived by Ellen Mcclusky. National Bulk Carriers is also associated with the yacht general design work for this yacht. Built by National Bulk Carriers this yacht was constructed in the yacht producing country of Japan. She was officially launched in Kure in 1960 before being delivered to the owner. A fairly large proportion is manifested with a maximum beam (width) of 11.31 m or 37.1 feet. With a 4.21m (13.8ft) draught (maximum depth) she is fairly deep. The material steel was used in the building of the hull of the motor yacht. Her superstructure above deck is fashioned from steel.
The Propulsion Type And Engineering Package For M/Y AL DIRIYAH:
Powered by two FAIRBANKS-MORSE diesel main engines, AL DIRIYAH can reach a high speed of 15 knots. Connected to her Fairbanks-Morse engine(s) are twin screw propellers. She also has an economical range of 5500 nautical miles whilst underway at her cruise speed of 13 knots. Her total HP is 3600 HP and her total Kilowatts are 2650. As for thrusters she uses Pleuger. With respect to the ship’s stabalisers she uses Vosper.
The Accommodation Capacity On Aboard Superyacht AL DIRIYAH:
The prominent luxury yacht M/Y AL DIRIYAH is able to sleep a total of 16 passengers in addition to 34 professional crew.
A List of the Specifications of the AL DIRIYAH:
| Superyacht Name: | Motor Yacht AL DIRIYAH |
|---|---|
| Ex: | Danginn; Ultima Ii; Serendipity; Massarrah |
| Built By: | National Bulk Carriers Inc. |
| Built in: | Kure, Japan |
| Launched in: | 1960 |
| Length Overall: | 78.6 metres / 257.9 feet. |
| Waterline Length: | 71.7 (235.2 ft) |
| Naval Architecture: | National Bulk Carriers, National Bulk Carriers |
| Interior Designers: | Ellen Mcclusky |
| Gross Tonnes: | 1340 |
| Nett Tonnes: | 671 |
| Hull / Superstructure Construction Material: | steel / steel |
| Owner of AL DIRIYAH: | Unknown |
| AL DIRIYAH available for luxury yacht charters: | - |
| Is the yacht for sale: | - |
| Helicopter Landing Pad: | No |
| Material Used For Deck: | teak |
| The Country the Yacht is Flagged in: | Saudi Arabian |
| Official registry port is: | Jeddah |
| Home port: | Dammam, Saudi Arabia |
| Class society used: | LR (Lloyds Register) |
| Max yacht charter guests: | 16 |
| Number of Crew Members: | 34 |
| The main engines are two 1800 Horse Power / 1325 Kilowatts Fairbanks-Morse. The Model type is 38D8 1/8 diesel. | |
| Giving the combined power of 3600 HP /2650 KW. | |
| Approximate Cruise Speed is 13 knots. | |
| Top Speed: | 15 nautical miles per hour. |
| Range: | 5500 at a speed of 10 knots. |
| Bunkering capacity: | 241380 L. |
| Potable water capacity: | 135593.00. |
| Generators: | Caterpillar 3 times 200 kilowatts. |
| Stabaliser Stabality devices: | Vosper. |
| Bow Thrusters: | Pleuger. |
| A/C: | Carrier X2. |
| Beam: | 11.31m/37.1ft. |
| Waterline Length (LWL): | 71.7m/235.2ft. |
| Draught at deepest: | 4.21m/13.8ft. |
Miscellaneous Yacht Details
The yacht was built with Carrier X2 air conditioning. She has a teak deck.
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| IMO number | 1002677 |
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| MMSI | 403005000 |
| Name of the ship | AL DIRIYAH |
| Former names | MASSARRAH SERENDIPITY ULTIMA II DANGINN |
| Vessel type | Yacht |
| Operating status | Active |
| Flag | Saudi Arabia |
| Gross tonnage | 1340 tons |
| Length | 78 m |
| Breadth | 11 m |
| Year of build | 1960 |
| Builder | NATIONAL BULK CARRIERS INC. (KURE SHPYD DIV.) - KURE (JPN). |
| Classification society | LLOYD'S SHIPPING REGISTER |
| Home port | JEDDAH |
| Owner | RED SEA MANAGEMENT INTERNATIONAL - JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA |
| Manager | RED SEA MANAGEMENT INTERNATIONAL - JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA |
| Description | AL DIRIYAH is a Yacht built in 1960 by NATIONAL BULK CARRIERS INC. (KURE SHPYD DIV.) - KURE (JPN).. Currently sailing under the flag of Saudi Arabia. Formerly also known as MASSARRAH, SERENDIPITY, ULTIMA II, DANGINN. It's gross tonnage is 1340 tons. |
| Seafarers worked on | No sea service records found |
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| Open vacancies on | No open vacancies on this ship |
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Al Diriyah Yacht (ex: Danginn, Ultima II, Serendipity, Massarrah)
Motor Yacht Al Diriyah
Al diriyah (formerly danginn) is a 78.65m motor yacht, custom built in 1960 by national bulk carriers in kure ( japan ). this luxury vessel's sophisticated exterior design and engineering are the work of national bulk carriers . her exterior is styled by the national bulk carriers team who are also responsible for the entire engineering package..
Al Diriyah yacht has a steel hull with a steel superstructure with a beam of 11.31m (37'1"ft) and a 4.88m (16'0"ft) draft .This custom displacement yacht is equipped with an ultra-modern stabilization system which reduces roll motion effect and results in a smoother more enjoyable cruising experience. She also features bow thrusters making her more manoeuvrable at low speeds.
Performance + Capabilities
Al Diriyah has a cruising speed of 10.00 knots, max speed of 15.00 knots and a range of 5500.00 nm. from her 241,380.00l. fuel tanks.
Al Diriyah Accommodation
Al Diriyah offers accommodation for up to 16 guests in 8 suites comprising 1 owner cabin, 3 double cabins, 2 twin cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 32 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience.
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Builder: National Bulk Carriers
Exterior Designer: National Bulk Carriers
Naval Architect: National Bulk Carriers
M/Y Al Diriyah
| Built | Refit | Length | Builder |
| 1960 | 78.65m (258'0"ft) | National Bulk Carriers |
| Guests | Beam | Naval Architect |
| 16 | 11.31m (37'1"ft) | National Bulk Carriers |
| Cabins | Draft | Interior Designer |
| 8 Cabins | 4.88m (16'0"ft) | - |
| Crew | Speed | Exterior Designer |
| 32 | 15.00 Knots | National Bulk Carriers |
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Al Diriyah Specifications
- Name Al Diriyah
- Model Custom
- Flag Saudi Arabia
- Hull Colour -
- Naval Architect National Bulk Carriers
- Exterior Designer National Bulk Carriers
- Interior Designer
- Length Overall 78.7m
- Length at Waterline 71.7m
- Draft (min) -
- Draft (max) 4.9m
- Gross Tonnage 1344
- Cabins Total 8
- Cabins 1 Master / 3 Double / 2 Twin
- Hull Configuration Displacement
- Hull Material Steel
- Superstructure -
- Deck Material -
- Fuel Type Diesel
- Manufacturer Fairbanks-Morse
- Model 38D8 1/8
- Power 1800 hp / 1325 kW
- Total Power 1800 hp / 1325 kW
- Propulsion Twin Screw
- Max Speed 15 Kn
- Cruising Speed 10 Kn
- Fuel Capacity 241380
- Water Capacity 135593
- Generator -
- Stabilizers Vosper
- Thrusters Pleuger
- Amenities -
- Yacht Builder National Bulk Carriers No profile available
- Naval Architect National Bulk Carriers No profile available
- Exterior Designer National Bulk Carriers No profile available
Yacht Specs
Yacht, IMO 1002677
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The current position of AL DIRIYAH is at Red Sea reported 1 min ago by AIS. The vessel AL DIRIYAH (IMO 1002677, MMSI 403005000) is a Yacht built in 1960 (64 years old) and currently sailing under the flag of Saudi Arabia .
Position & Voyage Data
| Predicted ETA | - |
| Distance / Time | - |
| Course / Speed | |
| Current draught | 4.6 m |
| Navigation Status | Moored |
| Position received | |
| IMO / MMSI | 1002677 / 403005000 |
| Callsign | HZAD |
| Flag | Saudi Arabia |
| Length / Beam | 78 / 11 m |
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| IMO number | 1002677 |
| Vessel Name | AL DIRIYAH |
| Ship Type | Yacht |
| Flag | Saudi Arabia |
| Year of Build | 1960 |
| Length Overall | 78.65 |
| Length BP | |
| Beam | 11.31 |
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| Gross Tonnage | 1340 |
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Opulent Interior of Al Diriyah. The luxury yacht's interior is a showcase of ultimate comfort and elegance, with accommodations for 16 guests and a crew of 34, providing an unparalleled experience of seafaring luxury. Ownership Legacy of Al Diriyah. At the helm of Al Diriyah's ownership history was Ahmed Zaki Yamani. A prominent Saudi ...
Up to 41 crew. Sleeps 16 overnight. The 78.65m/258' classic yacht 'Al Diriyah' (ex. Danginn) was built by National Bulk Carriers at their Kure shipyard. Her interior is styled by design house Ellen Mcclusky and she was completed in 1952. This luxury vessel's exterior design is the work of National Bulk Carriers.
AL DIRIYAH is a 78.65 m Motor Yacht, built in Japan by National Bulk and delivered in 1960. Her top speed is 15.0 kn, her cruising speed is 13.0 kn, and she boasts a maximum cruising range of 5500.0 nm at 10.0 kn, with power coming from two Fairbanks Morse diesel engines. She can accommodate up to 16 guests in 8 staterooms, with 34 crew members.
The yacht has been renamed five times since her launch in 1960. The late American billionaire Daniel K. Ludwig had the yacht built at the commercial shipyard he leased in Japan. Ludwig, in collaboration with the shipyard team, designed Al Diriyah, then Danginn, with a very classical profile and low superstructure for that time.
The motor yacht AL DIRIYAH is a 79 metre 258 (ft) lengthy steel ship which was manufactured at National Bulk Carriers and conceived by National Bulk Carriers. Accommodating 16 passengers and 34 professional crew, motor yacht AL DIRIYAH was formerly named Danginn; Ultima Ii; Serendipity; Massarrah. The naval architecture office that made the ...
Al Diriyah is a motor yacht with an overall length of m. The yacht's builder is National Bulk Carriers Inc. Ltd. from Japan, who launched Al Diriyah in 1960. The superyacht has a beam of m, a draught of m and a volume of . GT.. Al Diriyah features exterior design by National Bulk Carriers Inc. Ltd.. Up to 16 guests can be accommodated on board the superyacht, Al Diriyah, and she also has ...
Al Diriyah has a top speed of 15.00 knots and a cruising speed of 10.00 knots. She is powered by a twin screw propulsion system. Al Diriyah is a custom motor yacht launched in 1960 by National Bulk Carriers in Kure, Japan. Design. Al Diriyah measures 78.65 metres in length, with a max draft of 4.88 metres and a beam of 11.31 metres.
#28: AL DIRIYAH —257'9"Al Diriyah has spent many a day in Puerto Banus, Spain, alongside a number of yachts owned by the Saudi royal family—and leading us to believe in previous years that she belonged to the late Saudi King Fahd. She's named for a protected site in the abandoned former capital of Saudi
AL DIRIYAH is a Yacht built in 1960 by NATIONAL BULK CARRIERS INC. (KURE SHPYD DIV.) - KURE (JPN).. Currently sailing under the flag of Saudi Arabia. Formerly also known as MASSARRAH, SERENDIPITY, ULTIMA II, DANGINN. It's gross tonnage is 1340 tons.
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Al Diriyah yacht has a steel hull with a steel superstructure with a beam of 11.31m (37'1"ft) and a 4.88m (16'0"ft) draft .This custom displacement yacht is equipped with an ultra-modern stabilization system which reduces roll motion effect and results in a smoother more enjoyable cruising experience. She also features bow thrusters making her ...
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#35: AL DIRIYAH—257'9"When we last checked this yacht's travels in marine-traffic records, she was in Greece and expected to head for Port Said in Egypt. She flies the Saudi Arabian flag and gets her name from the original home of the Saudi royal family and capital of the first Saudi dynasty, from the mid-1700's to the early 1800's.Y: 1960; B:
Yacht » Al Diriyah » News. Al Diriyah Yacht News. News. Yacht Owner Photos Location For Sale & Charter News. Name: Al Diriyah: Length: 79m (258ft) Builder: National Bulk Carriers Inc: Year: 1960: Price: US$ 45 million: Owner: Ahmed Zaki Yamani: News. Soon you will find the latest news about the yacht and her owner.
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#33: AL DIRIYAH—257'9"Here's a yacht with a line of interesting owners. She was built for Daniel K. Ludwig, an American shipping billionaire. Subsequent owners include Charles Revson of Revlon fame and the owner of Lady Moura (no. 11). Her current owner,
Vessel AL DIRIYAH is a Yacht, Registered in Saudi Arabia. Discover the vessel's particulars, including capacity, machinery, photos and ownership. Get the details of the current Voyage of AL DIRIYAH including Position, Port Calls, Destination, ETA and Distance travelled - IMO 1002677, MMSI 403005000, Call sign HZAD
Real-time and current position of AL DIRIYAH (Yacht, MMSI: 403005000, IMO: 1002677) on ais live map is in Red Sea with coordinates 21.79125° / 39.03433° and speed 0 knots as reported on 2022-12-05 13:31 by AIS live data.
Opulent Interior of Al Diriyah. The luxury yacht's interior is a showcase of ultimate comfort and elegance, with accommodations for 16 guests and a कर्मी दल of 34, providing an unparalleled experience of seafaring luxury. Ownership Legacy of Al Diriyah. At the helm of Al Diriyah's ownership history was Ahmed Zaki Yamani. A ...
The current position of AL DIRIYAH is at Red Sea reported 1 min ago by AIS. The vessel AL DIRIYAH (IMO 1002677, MMSI 403005000) is a Yacht built in 1960 (64 years old) and currently sailing under the flag of Saudi Arabia.
Impressive 6,334nm range. Lloyds Register classification. Up to 41 crew. Sleeps 16 overnight. The 78.65m/258' classic yacht 'Al Diriyah' (ex. Danginn) was built by National Bulk Carriers at their Kure shipyard. Her interior is styled by design house Ellen Mcclusky and she was completed in 1952. This luxury vessel's exterior design is the work ...
The current position of AL DIRIYAH is in Red Sea with coordinates 21.66512° / 39.09578° as reported on 2024-05-02 11:47 by AIS to our vessel tracker app. The vessel's current speed is 0 Knots. The vessel AL DIRIYAH (IMO: 1002677, MMSI: 403005000) is a Yacht that was built in 1960 ( 64 years old ).It's sailing under the flag of [SA] Saudi Arabia.. In this page you can find informations about ...
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