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Triple Seven

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Luxury motor yacht Triple Seven (777), built in 2006 by German shipyard Nobiskrug, is an unassuming superyacht with an abundance of outdoor spaces and a minimalistic interior. With a steel hull and GRP superstructure, she features interior and exterior design by Newcruise. This impressive vessel measures 66.7 metres and can accommodate up to 12 guests.

Motor yacht Triple Seven is the first collaboration between her commissioning company Kristal Waters, Nobiskrug and her design team who have gone on to build her larger sister ship Siren. Her unusual name originates from her shipyard build number 777, a lucky combination in her native Germany foretelling great success and satisfaction.

Triple Seven (777) is a complete custom yacht built for owners based in London and the Côte d’Azur who began their yachting ownership with open sports boats only to move to owning two custom motor yachts. With a bulbous bow and narrow entry, Triple Seven is manages to achieve both efficiency and attractive aesthetics.

The tri-deck luxury superyacht was built on a briefing specifying lengthy, elegant lines and interior spaces that flow seamlessly from generous outside areas that are almost rooms of their own. The interior was based on a portfolio of owner’s sketches, collected from his favourite viewings at a variety of boat shows.

Further drawing on the name Triple Seven, the interior design of the superyacht features many details formed around the numeral. Particularly of note are the seven bullet-proof forward-facing windows on the main deck whose unique shaping makes them appear almost as giant sevens while also allowing huge amounts of light into the owner’s suite.

The owner’s suite is highly innovative and includes a separate office/library with a hidden fold-out bed that allows it to turn into an extra cabin when needed. The suite also hosts a hidden security closet, and his and hers dressing areas that are connected by an immense bath carved from Portuguese marble.

Etched sevens can also be found subtly adorning a floating spiral staircase in the yacht’s centre.

Spaces are large and airy within the super yacht’s interior. The main salon is one unbroken space that extends from the foyer to the aft deck where a large circular bar occupies most of the aft end of the main deck. The bar features a glass wall behind that drops down to allow service to both the salon and the aft deck and creates a space occupying almost one-third of the yacht. Divided into six usage areas, this space encompasses the bar, a formal seating area, outdoor cinema, open sun-pad lounge, a dining area and a casual lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows.

The sun deck is completely open except for a dayhead and emergency generator room and hosts a retractable gazebo with tables for alfresco dining. Its most spectacular feature is found forward, a large circular sun pad that tops the coachroof and is convertible into a helipad with a certified 18-ton crash load. Aft brings a large Jacuzzi surrounded by more sun pads. Located mere steps from the water and astern of her tender garages is a fashionable beach club; a teak space equipped with a gym, lounging area and bar.

Featuring a dedicated crew, Triple Seven is an excellent charter yacht for luxury vacations. The yacht cruises comfortably at 15 knots while her crew of 17 ensure the needs of every guest are met.

The luxury motor yacht is equipped with an armada of water toys to provide endless entertainment during any yacht charter. Onboard water toys include two tenders, Jet Skis, water skis, kayaks and a range of scuba equipment.

The luxury motor yacht won the award for “Best Power 43m+” at the 17th International Superyacht Society (ISS) awards for design, leadership and distinguished crew 2007 at Fort Lauderdale.

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Luxury yacht Triple Seven was custom built in 2006 by German shipyard Nobiskrug. At 68m, she features a minimalistic interior designed by Newcruise Design that flows seamlessly through to her abundant outdoor spaces. With an expansive beach club, large sundeck jacuzzi, custom storage and provisioning solutions and extensively equipped garage including a dive room, and two tenders, she is equally at home in the cruising grounds of the Mediterranean, or exploring more remote regions of the Pacific. Triple Seven underwent a refit in 2014 and her owner has invested significantly in her maintenance, including a full repaint at Pinmar in 2016.

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68m Nobiskrug Triple Seven to undergo refit at Amels

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The 68 metre Nobiskrug motor yacht Triple Seven is set to undergo a six-month refit at the Amels and Damen Yachting facilities in Vlissingen.

The yacht will receive a full respray, modifications to the stabilisers, shaft lines and galley, and a number of “general interior works” as part of her 15-year survey.

Triple Seven came under new ownership in August 2020 and is now managed by Moran Yacht & Ship , who will work closely with the yard on the refit.

Custom built in 2006 with the build number 777, Triple Seven was designed inside out by Newcruise . The yacht’s last refit came in 2014 and it has a number of standout features, including a sky lounge cinema and nightclub which has its own DJ station, lasers and smoke machines.

The 1,393GT interior of Triple Seven provides accommodation for up to 10 guests in five cabins comprising three doubles and two twins, while a crew accommodation is for 18.

Triple Seven is powered by twin 2,360hp MTU engines for a top speed of 17 knots, a cruising speed of 15 knots and a range of 4,500 nautical miles.

Speaking about the refit, Michael Coens, refit sales manager at Damen Yachting, said: “We are honoured to be trusted with refit and are delighted to be able to welcome her into the Amels family.”

Coens added: “We look forward to working together with the team at Moran Yacht & Ship throughout the refit and giving the yacht a new lease of life.”

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Triple Seven: one of the most expensive yachts in the world, and is the one chosen by Tom Cruise for the summer

A few days ago anchored in the British port of Penzance, the Triple Seven , the actor Tom Cruise was enjoying all the luxuries that are on board to rest.

Owned by magnate Roman Abramovich , owner of Chelsea Football Club, the boat is rented at a price of 537,000 euros per week.

The boat has an estimated price of 37 million euros, although it can also be rented for 537,000 euros a week.

The yacht is 68 meters long and was manufactured by the German shipping company Nobiskrug .

The Triple Seven has the capacity to receive up to 12 guests. She also has a crew of 18 members to attend to the guests.

She on board she has numerous open spaces, while the interior is equipped with comforts of the highest level and accompanied by a minimalist decoration.

There are also several spaces to enjoy, such as a jacuzzi, gym, bar and solarium. She also carries jet skis, kayaks, wakeboards, and an inflatable slide on board.

Her name is due to the fact that 777 is considered the lucky number in Germany where she was built She has 7 bulletproof windows, 7 engravings that adorn the floating spiral staircase in the center of the yacht.

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The motor yacht TRIPLE SEVEN is a 66 metre 218 (foot) volumous steel ship which was newly built at Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems Ag and designed from the design board of Newcruise and Frank Neubelt. Sleeping 12 passengers and 18 crew, motor yacht TRIPLE SEVEN was previously called 777. The firm of naval architecture which delivered this yacht's plans and general arrangement on this ship was Newcruise and Frank Neubelt. Her interior styling was the work of Newcruise / Kathy Razcek.

TRIPLE SEVEN was named after her build name 777 which is considered to be a lucky number combination in Germany.

Build & Design with respect to Luxury Yacht TRIPLE SEVEN

Newcruise was the naval architect firm involved in the technical vessel design work for TRIPLE SEVEN. Her interior design was realised by Newcruise / Kathy Razcek. Newcruise and Frank Neubelt is also associated with the yacht wider design collaboration for this boat. Created at Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems Ag the yacht was fabricated in the country of Germany. She was officially launched in Rendsburg in 2006 before being handed over to the owner. A fairly large area is manifested with a widest beam (width) of 12 metres or 39.37 ft. With a 3.55m (11.65ft) 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 created with the use of steel. In 2007 further refitting and updating was in addition finished.

The Range & Speeds And Main Engines For M/Y TRIPLE SEVEN:

Powered by two MTU diesel engines, TRIPLE SEVEN will reach a top speed of 17 knots. For propulsion TRIPLE SEVEN has twin screw propellers. She also has an efficient range of 5000 miles when motoring at her cruising speed of 15 knots. Her total HP is 4720 HP and her total Kilowatts are 3520.

The Accommodation Capacity Provided by Superyacht TRIPLE SEVEN:

The volumous luxury yacht motor yacht TRIPLE SEVEN can sleep as many as 12 people and has 18 qualified crew.

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Around Sept 2009 TRIPLE SEVEN cruised Ta' Xbiex, in Malta. As the yacht does have her own helicopter helideck onboard, TRIPLE SEVEN has the capacity to transport passengers and/or cargo to and from another place. This motor yacht has a teak deck.

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The luxury yacht TRIPLE SEVEN displayed on this page is merely informational and she is not necessarily available for yacht charter or for sale, nor is she represented or marketed in anyway by CharterWorld. This web page and the superyacht information contained herein is not contractual. All yacht specifications and informations are displayed in good faith but CharterWorld does not warrant or assume any legal liability or responsibility for the current accuracy, completeness, validity, or usefulness of any superyacht information and/or images displayed. All boat information is subject to change without prior notice and may not be current.

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Triple Seven Superyacht for sale at $75 Million

By Adrian Prisca

Updated on August 31, 2017

The Triple Seven Yacht , launched by Nobiskrug in 2007, was recently listed for sale at about $75 million by Edmiston. It has been said that the interior spaces of the boat were purposed to “flow seamlessly from generous outside areas that are almost rooms of their own” along with the elegant lines and sleek design of the 223-ft. vessel.

The same interior is based on a list of the owner’s sketches and favorite viewings at boat shows. Named after its shipyard build number, 777, the yacht was sustained by her commisioning company Kristal Waters, Nobiskrug and the designers Newcruise.

The ship comprises a numerous amenities, as follows: the owner’s suite – a high-tech, innovative design cabin with a separate library or office depending on its usage and a bed that can be feld to turn into an extra-cabin if needed – , four staterooms on the lower deck – configurable into two large suites – , a completely open sun deck – with a retractable gazebo and alfresco dining tables – , a large jacuzzi aft with sun pads all around, a large central circular sun pad, convertible into a Heli-pad, a beach-club equipped with a lounge area, bar and gym on the teak-deck.

The main suite also contains 2 different dressing areas, for both sexes, interconnected by a huge Portuguese-marble-carved bath, and, a panic room that we hope will never be used. So, empty your bank account fast, because you’ll miss the opportunity to live a luxurious and secure life over the seas.

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Alexander Abramov, a partner with fellow billionaire and superyacht owner Roman Abromovich in a steel company, is said to be the owner of both the 223-foot Nobiskrug Triple Seven . Apparently, the yacht can’t anchor close enough to Abramov’s waterfront spread of homes and buildings in Kiwi country, so he built a 765-foot walkway to a dinghy dock where guests can take a tender out to the yacht.

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TRIPLE SEVEN Yacht – Ultimate $56.5M Superyacht

The TRIPLE SEVEN yacht is an envy-inducing yacht built by Nobiskrug , an internationally renowned superyacht shipyard specializing in custom-made superyachts.

According to the project manager, the team placed parts made from composite materials onto a steel substructure and the result saved time and weight. 

She became a winner of the 2007 International Superyacht Society Awards in the Best Power 43m+ category with her innovative design.

Her name means lucky in Germany as well as in other cultures, and indeed, she has brought luck to NOBISKRUG, the German designer and the client.

Being an active yacht, she is a proven world cruising superyacht that has explored the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and Asia-Pacific regions. 

TRIPLE SEVEN yacht interior

Her minimalistic interior was penned by Newcruise and exuded a luxury vibe. As her name implies, the interior features many details inspired by the number 7, most precisely 777.

She also has seven bullet-proof forward-facing windows on the main deck with a unique shape that makes them appear almost like giant sevens.

Apart from this, the number seven can be found etched subtly on the floating spiral staircase in the yacht’s center.

The triple seven on her hull makes TRIPLE SEVEN a head-turner, which is thought to bring great success and satisfaction to its owner.

Her design was incorporated with design features from Formula 1 racing cars and added with distinctive forward tilting air ducts.

She has an open sun deck that hosts a retractable gazebo with tables for alfresco dining. Equipped with a large circular sun pad that tops the coachroof and is convertible into a helipad, guests have no problem traveling and enjoying the cruise.

She also boasts a fashionable beach club, a teak space equipped with a gym, lounging area, and a bar.

Specifications

TRIPLE SEVEN is built with a steel hull and steel / GRP superstructure. She measures 68 meters in length and has a 12-meter beam and 3.6-meter draft.

Thanks to her full-displacement hull, she is more stable when at anchor and is powered by twin MTU engines .

Her cruising speed is at 14 knots, while her maximum speed can reach up to 17 knots with a range of up to 5,000 nautical miles from her 190,000-liter fuel tanks. 

She is also equipped with an advanced stabilization system on board that helps minimize the side-to-side roll of the yacht for an exceptional comfort level.

Accommodation

The TRIPLE SEVEN yacht can accommodate ten guests across five stylish cabins. Her main suite has a hidden security closet and a “his and hers” dressing area that is connected by an immense bath carved from Portuguese marble.

Other standout features include a full night-club set-up, state-of-the-art cinema in the sky lounge, steam room, and bar.

Additionally, she offers an incredible selection of water toys and accessories such as a waterslide, Jet Skis, WaveRunner, waterskis, a Kite Surfer, scuba diving equipment, wakeboards, and much more. 

TRIPLE SEVEN yacht was bought for €39,750,000 in 2013.

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On a polished credenza in John A. Sobrato’s corner office in Cupertino sits a scale model of his 147-foot yacht, the only item on the eight-foot-long sideboard. The modern white craft’s long sleek lines and pointed bow make it easy to imagine the boat cruising on the high seas, destined for exotic ports, Sobrato at the helm.

But that’s not much of a stretch. John Sobrato has been the captain of his own ship for more than fifty years, ever since he began selling homes while he was an underclassman at Santa Clara University. Today he pilots a family real estate development organization now known as much for its philanthropic work in Silicon Valley as for its vast property holdings.

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“John is probably the most organized person I know,” Parisi says. “He is so focused on whatever he is doing. He can get more done is less time than anybody.”

Sobrato, now 70, was born in San Francisco, the only child of Ann and John M. Sobrato. His father had emigrated from Italy after working as a chef for the American army during World War II. Starting as a dishwasher, the elder Sobrato eventually saved enough to open his own place, which became renowned as John’s Rendezvous in North Beach.

“John’s Rendezvous and Bimbo’s were the two most popular places in town,” Sobrato said. “My father’s restaurant was Herb Caen’s favorite place to go. I worked there sometimes, but my father told me not to go into the restaurant business. It was so hard.”

The family moved to Atherton when John was two, but he was only twelve when his father died of cancer in 1952. With a young son to support, Ann Sobrato took English classes, sold the restaurant and went into real estate on the Peninsula.

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After graduating from Santa Clara, Sobrato founded Midtown Realty, specializing in the resale of popular Eichler homes, and then expanded into commercial real estate, working with his mother and partner Carl Berg. In 1974, he sold Midtown Realty to concentrate on the commercial development of properties in the rapidly emerging high technology industry.

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John and Sue Sobrato have three children, John Michael, Sheri and Lisa, and seven grandchildren. John Michael, a 1983 graduate of Santa Clara University, is now the CEO of the family business.

John A. Sobrato is a member of many business, education, civic and community boards and foundations, and has received numerous honors and awards for his contributions to Silicon Valley’s business and non-profit communities.

John comes to the office weekly and travels frequently up and down the Pacific Coast for business, but in spite of his busy schedule, he plays tennis three or four days a week and finds time to ski – on both water and snow.

“I love to be active,” he says, looking fit and tanned. “I had a heart attack when I was 37 and it changed my life. I lost 50 pounds, quit smoking and got in shape.”

When he’s not working, you can find him and Sue spending time with family and traveling.

“We take the boat all over the world,” he says, nodding towards the model. “I love that boat. We spend a lot of time on it, sailing everywhere.”

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