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Megayacht Amadea sold for $187 million to Dubai billionaire with Trump ties

A 27-year-old Dubai billionaire has acquired the seized superyacht Amadea for $187 million, sparking debate over the vessel's valuation and original cost.

By · Published August 7, 2026 at 22:30 UTC · Updated August 8, 2026 at 00:24 UTC

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The story so far

The United States government has sold the seized superyacht Amadea to a 27-year-old billionaire based in Dubai for $187 million. Contradictory reporting exists regarding the financial terms of the sale. While Luxurylaunches claims the purchase occurred at a $138 million discount, Forbes reports the vessel possesses a total valuation of $250 million.

These outlets differ on whether the transaction represents a steep price reduction or a standard market acquisition. Coverage from Luxurylaunches additionally notes that the new owner has already modified the ship's helipad to accommodate a pickleball court. The transaction concludes the government's seizure of the asset.

Coverage does not yet specify how the government intends to distribute the $187 million in proceeds. Future updates will likely clarify the final registration status of the vessel under its new ownership.

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The obvious questions

Who is the new owner of the Amadea?

The owner is a 27-year-old Dubai-based billionaire identified as having ties to Donald Trump.

How much was the superyacht sold for?

The vessel was sold for $187 million, though reports differ on the extent of the discount provided relative to its $250 million valuation.

Have there been any modifications to the yacht?

According to Luxurylaunches, the new owner has converted the helipad into a pickleball court.

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