BREAKTHROUGH

ID#

134

Build/code name(s):

Project 821

BREAKTHROUGH

ID#

134

Build/code name(s):

Project 821

FOR CHARTER

PRIVATE USE ONLY

FOR CHARTER

PRIVATE USE ONLY

Length

118.8

m

/

390

ft

Beam

19

m

/

62

ft

Volume

7,247

GT

Guests sleeping

12

Cruising:

22

Cabins

15

Crew members

48

Main Specs

Length

118.8

m

/

390

ft

Beam

19

m

/

62

ft

Volume

7,247

GT

Guests sleeping

12

Cruising:

22

Cabins

15

Crew members

48

Estimated value

$650,000,000

Currently available for charter

Exclusively via Edmiston

Comment from the admin

"Hands down, the most talked-about and popular yacht of 2025”

Comment from the admin

"Hands down, the most talked-about and popular yacht of 2025”

Build

Shipyard

Feadship

Year

2025

Hull Type

Mono-Hull

Full displacement

Hull Material

Steel

Superstructure Material

Aluminum

Categories

Build Type

1-of-1 Custom build

Vessel Type

Yacht

Mega yacht

Categories

Build Type

1-of-1 Custom build

Vessel Type

Yacht

Mega yacht

Design

Exterior

RWD

Main Color

Dark Blue

Interior

RWD

Amenities

Indoor cinema room

Elevator

Swim platform

Tender garage

Nemo Lounge

Spa

Sauna/Steam room/Hammam

Massage room

Hospital

Gym

Swimming pool

Jacuzzi

Helipad

Build

Shipyard

Feadship

Year

2025

Hull Type

Mono-Hull

Full displacement

Hull Material

Steel

Superstructure Material

Aluminum

Design

Exterior

RWD

Main Color

Dark Blue

Interior

RWD

Categories

Build Type

1-of-1 Custom build

Vessel Type

Yacht

Mega yacht

Amenities

Indoor cinema room

Elevator

Swim platform

Tender garage

Nemo Lounge

Spa

Sauna/Steam room/Hammam

Massage room

Hospital

Gym

Swimming pool

Jacuzzi

Helipad

Exterior Design

Exterior Design

Exterior Design

Interior Design

Imagery will be released soon, I think (?)

Interior Design

Imagery will be released soon, I think (?)

Interior Design

Imagery will be released soon, I think (?)

Performance

Cruising Speed

14

kn

Max Speed

17

kn

Range

6,500

nm

Propulsion

Type

Motor yacht

Hybrid

Diesel-electric

Hydrogen

Bio-fuel

Horse Power

16,440

HP

Engines info

Performance

Cruising Speed

14

kn

Max Speed

17

kn

Range

6,500

nm

Propulsion

Type

Motor yacht

Hybrid

Diesel-electric

Hydrogen

Bio-fuel

Horse Power

16,440

HP

Engines info

Fun Facts

🧪 THE FIRST HYDROGEN YACHT:

“Breakthrough” made history as the world’s first hydrogen fuel-cell powered superyacht. After extensive sea trials in the North Sea, she was delivered to her owner in May 2025. Built by Dutch yard Feadship, the 118.8-metre vessel introduced a revolutionary propulsion: liquid hydrogen stored in cryogenic tanks feeding fuel cells for silent, zero-emission cruising.

🌍 WORLD’S LARGEST SALE EVER:

Less than a year after delivery, “Breakthrough” changed hands in one of the world’s most significant brokerage yacht sales in history, an in-house deal by Edmiston (Sept 2025).

The transaction was rumored to be over $650 million!

Edmiston, which had managed the project for the original owner, noted that “Breakthrough” instantly became ‘the most exclusive yacht available for charter’ after the sale.

🧪 HOW DOES THE HYDROGEN ACTUALLY WORK?

(yes, I actually researched this, I’m not an engineer but this is what I’ve understood)

● Step 1 : Liquid hydrogen (LH₂) is delivered quayside by an industrial supplier and transferred to the yacht under cryogenic conditions (−253 °C / -423°F).

● Step 2 : The liquid hydrogen is stored in a vacuum-insulated, double-walled cryogenic tank. Reported capacity ~92 m³ (4 tonnes). The double wall and insulation minimize boil-off and isolate the tank from the hull.

● Step 3 : When used, the ‘MAN Cryo’ engine/system warms up the hydrogen, making it go from liquid to gas (LH₂ → GH₂) and prepares the gas hydrogen into the right temperature and pressure, and then delivered to the cells.

● Step 4 : The 16x PEM modules convert that hydrogen (+ some added oxygen) into electricity and water (water being the waste in this case). Here it becomes interesting: that hydrogen is broken down into protons and electrons. The protons continue through the cells, but the electrons are blocked. Having no other place to go, they go into the wiring of the ship, and so, powering her.

● Step 5 : That electricity is monitored by a supply unit that decides where is should go and what components to power.

🎨 DESIGN:

Conceived by British design studio RWD, “Breakthrough’s” design pushes boundaries.

The exterior features:

● 14x retractable balconies

● 7x fold-out sea platforms immersing guests in their ocean surroundings

At the stern, an 8.2-meter glass-floored infinity pool with a contraflow system allows for both leisurely swims and exercise against the current.

Below decks, a semi-submerged ‘nemo lounge’ at the waterline lets guests observe marine life through huge underwater windows.

The yacht spans five decks above the water (plus two below), including a secluded four-deck owner’s apartment complete with two master suites, private offices (each with its own fireplace), a gym and a forward-facing jacuzzi.

Natural materials like fumed eucalyptus wood, leather, marble and rattan are used throughout to create a warm, relaxed ‘floating villa’ ambiance.

🧪 THE FIRST HYDROGEN YACHT:

“Breakthrough” made history as the world’s first hydrogen fuel-cell powered superyacht. After extensive sea trials in the North Sea, she was delivered to her owner in May 2025. Built by Dutch yard Feadship, the 118.8-metre vessel introduced a revolutionary propulsion: liquid hydrogen stored in cryogenic tanks feeding fuel cells for silent, zero-emission cruising.

🧪 HOW DOES THE HYDROGEN ACTUALLY WORK?

(yes, I actually researched this, I’m not an engineer but this is what I’ve understood)

● Step 1 : Liquid hydrogen (LH₂) is delivered quayside by an industrial supplier and transferred to the yacht under cryogenic conditions (−253 °C / -423°F).

● Step 2 : The liquid hydrogen is stored in a vacuum-insulated, double-walled cryogenic tank. Reported capacity ~92 m³ (4 tonnes). The double wall and insulation minimize boil-off and isolate the tank from the hull.

● Step 3 : When used, the ‘MAN Cryo’ engine/system warms up the hydrogen, making it go from liquid to gas (LH₂ → GH₂) and prepares the gas hydrogen into the right temperature and pressure, and then delivered to the cells.

● Step 4 : The 16x PEM modules convert that hydrogen (+ some added oxygen) into electricity and water (water being the waste in this case). Here it becomes interesting: that hydrogen is broken down into protons and electrons. The protons continue through the cells, but the electrons are blocked. Having no other place to go, they go into the wiring of the ship, and so, powering her.

● Step 5 : That electricity is monitored by a supply unit that decides where is should go and what components to power.

🌍 WORLD’S LARGEST SALE EVER:

Less than a year after delivery, “Breakthrough” changed hands in one of the world’s most significant brokerage yacht sales in history, an in-house deal by Edmiston (Sept 2025).

The transaction was rumored to be over $650 million!

Edmiston, which had managed the project for the original owner, noted that “Breakthrough” instantly became ‘the most exclusive yacht available for charter’ after the sale.

🎨 DESIGN:

Conceived by British design studio RWD, “Breakthrough’s” design pushes boundaries.

The exterior features:

● 14x retractable balconies

● 7x fold-out sea platforms immersing guests in their ocean surroundings

At the stern, an 8.2-meter glass-floored infinity pool with a contraflow system allows for both leisurely swims and exercise against the current.

Below decks, a semi-submerged ‘nemo lounge’ at the waterline lets guests observe marine life through huge underwater windows.

The yacht spans five decks above the water (plus two below), including a secluded four-deck owner’s apartment complete with two master suites, private offices (each with its own fireplace), a gym and a forward-facing jacuzzi.

Natural materials like fumed eucalyptus wood, leather, marble and rattan are used throughout to create a warm, relaxed ‘floating villa’ ambiance.

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This page is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute a formal listing for sale or charter. I am not the manager, owner, nor representative of this vessel. While the data provided is gathered from publicly available sources, I cannot guarantee that all information is accurate, complete, or up to date at all times.

All media not captured by this website remain the sole property of their respective owners, as credited. No licenses, copyrights, or other usage rights are granted to users of this site. All rights are reserved by the original creators.

Majority of the pictures displayed on this website are AI-generated illustrations used for visual representation purposes only. Not real pictures, unless explicitly stated otherwise. The appearance of the actual yacht may differ from those shown in the illustrations.

This page is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute a formal listing for sale or charter. I am not the manager, owner, nor representative of this vessel. While the data provided is gathered from publicly available sources, I cannot guarantee that all information is accurate, complete, or up to date at all times.