The I Dynasty is no ordinary yacht, in fact it is no ordinary superyacht, it is a 101-metre megayacht that has recently dropped anchor in the Port of Malaga, where it will spend the entire winter season.
This luxury vessel marks the inaugural occasion of a high-end craft choosing to berth during the colder months within the Marqués de Guadiaro basin, an area within the city’s port specially refurbished to accommodate luxury vessels and megayachts. Several years ago, this marina was meticulously designed and constructed to cater to large vessels, furnishing them with essential services during the off-peak season, including high-capacity electrical connections.
The I Dynasty, boasting a crew of 30, is to remain in Malaga throughout autumn and winter, with its stay extending until the spring of 2024, as per information received from the port authorities.
During the winter sojourn, the megayacht will undergo comprehensive maintenance work, and the marina’s concessionaire, IGY Málaga Marina, is currently scouting for various suppliers within the province with expertise in various technical tasks.
The maintenance tasks may encompass tasks such as sanding, hull painting, welding, electrical work, mechanical repairs, carpentry, and plumbing. IGY Málaga Marina is in the process of compiling a list of interested companies and encourages those interested to reach out to them directly.
The I Dynasty is a contemporary megayacht, constructed in 2015 for Alijan Ibragimov, a billionaire hailing from Kazakhstan and co-founder of the multinational Eurasian Natural Resources Corporation (ENRC). His business interests span various natural resource sectors, encompassing mining, processing, energy, and logistics. Regrettably, the vessel’s owner passed away in February 2021, reportedly succumbing to Covid-19.
This ship was meticulously crafted at the Kusch Yachts shipyard in Germany, featuring interior design by Massari Design. It provides accommodations for 22 guests in 11 opulent cabins, along with quarters for 30 crew members in an additional 15 cabins. Among its standout features is a 30-square-metre indoor swimming pool, which also serves as a dock for dinghies and pleasure boats.
Propelled by a Rolls-Royce diesel-electric propulsion system, the vessel boasts a maximum speed of 17 knots, with a cruising speed of 14 knots. With a range spanning 6,500 nautical miles (equivalent to approximately 12,000 kilometres), it is particularly suited for voyages between the Mediterranean and the Caribbean. The vessel’s value is estimated at around 200 million dollars, with annual maintenance expenses projected to be in the range of 15 to 20 million dollars.