$150m White Rabbit Golf docks at Marlin Marina
The largest tri-hull superyacht in the world estimated to be worth $150m has made an impressive Far North entrance ahead of a seven day Cairns stopover. See the photos.
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The largest tri-hull superyacht in the world estimated to be worth $150m has arrived in Cairns for a seven day stopover.
White Rabbit Golf is the largest Australian built superyacht ever produced and is owned by 91-year-old Singapore-based billionaire Goh Cheng Liang.
At 84m long the sleek trimaran yacht presented an impressive sight as the vessel sailed up Trinity Inlet before tying up at the Marlin Marina on Thursday.
White Rabbit Golf is the sixty-eighth superyacht to Cairns this year.
Built in 2017 and designed by Sam Sorgiovanni the White Rabbit Golf is the largest superyacht built in Australia and is the largest aluminium tri-hull superyacht in the world.
The yacht can accommodate 28 passengers in 14 cabins served by a crew of 36.
The vessel is powered by two Caterpillar engines which give the yacht a top speed of 18 knots.
Cairns Marlin Marina according to Ports North is becoming an increasingly popular superyacht destination because of its proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, CBD, international airport and ship maintenance and repair facilities.
Marina manager Andrew Rokstad said the region had a lot to offer the growing superyacht market.
“We’ve experienced steady growth in superyacht visitation, with a trend toward bigger vessels and longer stays and our average occupancy is sitting at 66 per cent compared to 48 per cent last year,” he said.
“Globally, the superyacht market is expanding, and Australia and Cairns are increasingly popular destinations.
“Our position places us perfectly as an entry or exit stop for the Asia Pacific, so many vessels choose to restock and conduct maintenance here.
“The crews also enjoy being so close to the city food and retail outlets.”
With more than 32 years at the helm, White Rabbit’s captain Francois Voisin said he had enjoyed returning to Cairns for its easy access, proximity to the city and available services. “We haven’t stopped in Cairns for 12 years, so I’m very happy to be back,” he said.
“The Reef, the city and the weather all make it a pleasure to stay here for guests and crew.
“While we’re here we can complete our maintenance, restock, rest and explore all from the one location.”
The White Rabbit will commence its 10-day journey home to Singapore on Wednesday after resupplying with local produce and refuelling.
Superyacht Group Great Barrier Reef manager Jodie Growden said there were increasing opportunities to attract more large, international vessels to Cairns.
“An Australian-made, foreign-flagged superyacht of this calibre is a shining example of the capability of our ship building, maintenance and marina industries,” she said.
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Originally published as $150m White Rabbit Golf docks at Marlin Marina
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