The megayacht of Google's co-founder makes a stop in Malaga

Unless you are deeply involved in the world of technology, the name Sergey Brin might not ring a bell. However, this Russian-American computer scientist and businessman, along with his better-known partner Larry Page, co-founded Google, the most widely used search engine globally.

According to Forbes, Brin has an estimated net worth of over 200 billion dollars, a 'small' part of which can currently be seen in Malaga. It is his mega-yacht 'Dragonfly,' which is now making a technical stop at the port of Malaga. Due to its size—142 meters long and 20 meters wide—it had to be moored at the quay next to the Levante Dock (ADL), near the Trocadero Casa de Botes restaurant.

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This berth has previously been used by some of the largest and most luxurious private recreational vessels in the world, and indeed, it ranks among the top 20 in size in the industry. Despite this, it is not easily identifiable at first glance, both because its name is not obvious and because of the hull's color, which is painted almost military gray, contrasting with the brighter tones of other similar vessels.

According to information available on the specialized website Superyachtfun, the vessel was purchased just two years ago for nearly 400 million euros from the renowned German shipyard Lürsen, where it had begun construction under the name Alibaba, initially commissioned by a Russian oligarch. Indeed, this was one of the projects affected by international sanctions against Russia due to the war in Ukraine. The maintenance cost is around 40 million euros annually.

This is the Dragonfly

Practically speaking, the vessel can accommodate a maximum of 18 passengers in 9 large cabins, serviced by a crew that varies between 40 and 50 professionals depending on the time. The yacht offers 2,000 square meters of interior living space and 1,000 square meters of exterior social areas.

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The 'Dragonfly' is equipped with two helipads, ensuring easy boarding and disembarking for the owner and guests anywhere. It also features multiple swimming pools and state-of-the-art entertainment options, as well as four spacious terraces for relaxation, dining, and socializing, both indoors and outdoors.

The vessel also stands out for its hybrid diesel-electric propulsion system, assisted by an Azimuth electric motor, making it one of the most fuel-efficient in its class. It can sail at a maximum speed of 24 knots.