NORSHIP
Built at a world-class shipyard, the Norship Ulstein shipyard in Norway certainly knows its business.
Moonraker was designed by the notable architect Mulder Design from the Netherlands, and Art-Line/Juan Carlos Espinosa—both of international fame and recognition.
Due to the popularity of this design, a total of four Norship yacht models were produced, including Sun Ark, Daloli, and Impulsive.
Originally ordered by Mr. John Stalupi, a name of international yachting fame, Moonraker was built as a yacht first and then set out to achieve a world speed record for a superyacht. She was equipped with the engines she has now (MTU 16V396) with a gas turbine engine added (no longer on board). In June 1992, she became the world’s fastest mega yacht, reaching a speed of 66.7 knots. In 2004, another Mulder-designed motor yacht, World is Not Enough (also owned by Mr. Stalupi), broke the Moonraker’s record by hitting a top speed of 67 knots.
It would be difficult to estimate the value of Moonraker in terms of her history and heritage as she is one of the most recognized yachts in the world. The internet is full of images of her unique profile and her fascinating story.
