August 20th 2024.
As the search for survivors continues, the details of the unfortunate yacht sinking off the coast of Sicily earlier this week have been revealed. The yacht, named Bayesian, was struck by a water spout on Monday morning while sailing near an Italian fishing village. The impact caused the mast to snap, leading to the yacht's tragic sinking. Sadly, one person, the yacht's chef, has been found dead while six others are still missing.
Among the missing are some well-known individuals, including Jonathan Bloomer, the international chair of Morgan Stanley, and his wife, British businessman Mike Lynch and his 18-year-old daughter Hannah, and lawyer Christopher Morvillo and his wife. The British-flagged Bayesian had a total of 22 people on board, including 10 crew members. Recently, footage of the yacht from 2021 has resurfaced, giving us a glimpse into its past.
The Bayesian first set sail in 2008 and quickly made a name for itself. However, yesterday's tragic incident has entirely changed its story. Superyacht Times even wrote a profile piece on the yacht, highlighting its impressive features. Built by Italian firm Perini Navi, the Bayesian is 55.9m long and has a beam of 11.51m. Its draught measures 9.73m, and it has an internal volume of 473 GT.
The yacht's hull and superstructure are made of aluminium, and it is powered by two engines that allow for a top speed of 15.6 knots and a cruising speed of 13 knots. With 57,000-litre fuel tanks, the Bayesian can travel up to 3,600 nautical miles, and its water tanks can hold up to 14,000 litres of fresh water, according to YachtCharterSalute. Tragically, six passengers are still missing, adding to the already devastating loss.
The interior of the Bayesian was designed by Rémi Tessier and was most recently refitted in 2020. The cabins feature modern and luxurious bathrooms, with sleek wooden furniture and accents of metal. The yacht was previously known as 'Salute' and has a capacity for 12 passengers and 10 crew members. Below deck, there are six cabins, including one master cabin, three doubles, and two twins.
One of the most impressive features of the Bayesian is its mast, which is the largest aluminium mast in the world and the second-tallest overall, towering at 75m tall. Additionally, its forward seating area can be transformed into a fully enclosed glass veranda, providing stunning views of the surrounding ocean.
As the search for survivors continues, our hearts go out to the families and friends of those missing. The details of the Bayesian yacht may have been unearthed, but the loss of life and tragedy that occurred will never be forgotten.
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