As the second-largest superyacht to be built and delivered by German shipyard Lurssen in 2024, YachtBuyer takes a deeper dive into superyacht DRAGONFLY. We uncover the story behind her creation, delve into exclusive details about her remarkable interior and exterior features, and explore the speculation surrounding her potential owner.
The Creation of DRAGONFLY
Dragonfly is believed to have been commissioned to replace superyacht Pacific X, the 85m (280ft) Lurssen motor yacht delivered in 2010. Designed by Argentinian designer German Frers, both yachts feature angular lines reminiscent of navy battleships. However, due to sanctions, the Russian owner was unable to complete or take ownership of the new 142m (466ft) superyacht, which was subsequently put up for sale.
The 142m superyacht was going to be a significant upgrade too, given that PACIFIC X has a Gross Tonnage (GT) of 2,959 GT, compared to DRAGONFLY’s gargantuan 9,408 GT, offering over three times the internal volume – there's plenty of space for activities.
Despite PACIFIC X’s gross tonnage securing her a place in the YachtBuyer YB100 — the true measure of the world's biggest yachts ranked by gross tonnage — her 85m length falls short of making the Top 100 superyachts by length. However you look at it though, DRAGONFLY dwarfs her predecessor.
Check out YachtBuyer's head-to-head comparison tool which shows DRAGONFLY vs PACIFIC X in a side-by-side comparison of features, specs, and more.
DRAGONFLY's Standout Features
Externally, DRAGONFLY boasts a bold, powerful-looking exterior, helped in part by a rugged, battleship-like grey/silver hull and superstructure. This is sure to turn many coastguards' heads when out at sea or pulling into marinas. Within the exterior side decks on the sun deck and bridge deck, there are also strategically placed curved extensions that create balconies.
On either side of her hull towards the bow are fold-out balconies, in addition to two large doors towards the stern that open to enable access to what is most likely the tender garage. We can only imagine the incredible toys and tenders that await inside.
On the bow is a large, curved seating area with tables, and the first of two (yes two) helipads, enabling the owner and guests to come and go as they please, efficiently and in complete privacy. Behind the foredeck helipad under the overhang of the sundeck is another seating area.
On the sundeck aft is the second helipad and a hidden helicopter hangar, which behind its sliding door could house a Leonardo AW139 helicopter much like the one found on 142m (465ft) superyacht NORD — a previous full-custom Lurssen build delivered in 2021.
Thanks to its clever design, each deck provides shade for the one below. The upper deck, complete with a large dining table and a U-shaped sofa with coffee tables, offers shade for the main deck pool and outside bar. The pool itself is sunken into the teak decking. This area also features ample freestanding furniture, such as a round dining table with space for six, two large L-shaped sofas, three smaller settees, and two sun loungers.
Two sets of stairs, one on the port side and one on the starboard side lead down to the beach club below. The beach club is hidden behind a huge, hydraulically operated fold down transom door which opens to reveal a spacious seating and sunbathing area, with six comfortable armchairs and four sun beds. The transom door also offers more sunbathing space, effectively doubling the size of the waterside area.
Moving further into the beach club, it is expected that the new superyacht also boasts a large wellness area, probably featuring a sauna, a gym, a jacuzzi, and many other amenities to keep you feeling your best. On both the port and starboard side of this area, the superyacht features fold-out balconies, enabling those on board to enjoy sea views and a breeze when working out or relaxing.
Who Owns Dragonfly?
Her arrival has sparked speculation across the industry, with Google co-founder, Sergey Brin, suspected to be her new owner. If true, DRAGONFLY now holds the distinction of being the largest yacht owned by any American citizen - a title previously held by David Geffen’s 138-meter Rising Sun, which he has owned since 2010.
The superyacht shares the same name as Brin’s previous yacht, the 73m motor yacht CAPRICORN, which was also named DRAGONFLY during his ownership. Brin sold CAPRICORN in October 2024 for €27 million, and the reappearance of the name DRAGONFLY seems more than a coincidence, suggesting a continued connection to the name and perhaps the new superyacht itself.
CAPRICORN, built by Silver Yachts in 2009, quickly carved out her own reputation. With a transatlantic range at a cruising speed of 22 knots, she was known as the fastest and most fuel-efficient yacht of her time, aided by her long and sleek hull.
It wasn’t just about performance, though; CAPRICORN proved to be highly versatile, assisting with disaster relief in Vanuatu after Cyclone Pam in 2015 and earning accolades like the Yacht Club de Monaco’s Ethics and Behavior award in 2022. Her impressive length also earned her a spot in the Top 100 by length at the time — though, at 73 meters, she was right on the edge of the list. With larger yachts joining the ranks in recent years, she has since lost that status.
Despite these credentials, at only 833 GT, she's nowhere near the scale of the new DRAGONFLY and her massive 9,408 GT. If Brin is indeed the new superyacht’s owner, it’s a serious step up. DRAGONFLY is nearly double the length of his previous yacht and is equipped with the latest technology, including a hybrid propulsion system.
For the industry, the reuse of the name Dragonfly seems unlikely to be a coincidence — it hints at a sense of continuity and a personal connection. If the rumors are true, it’s a reminder that in the world of superyachts, certain names can carry deep meaning and a lasting legacy.
The YB100: DRAGONFLY Rewrites the Rankings
DRAGONFLY's 9,408 GT has secured her 17th place on the YB100 list, positioned between superyacht AL MIRQAB and superyacht CRESCENT and displacing the 90m Oceanco masterpiece superyacht DreAMboat. Featuring an exterior design by Espen Øino and interiors by Terence Disdale, the motor yacht DreAMboat accommodates 23 guests and 33 crew members in unmatched style. Yet, gross tonnage — the critical metric for the YB 100 — gives Lürssen superyacht DRAGONFLY the edge, owing to its sheer internal volume and imaginative layout.
DRAGONFLY now also holds 13th place on the Top 100, sitting between sailing yacht A and superyacht SCHEHERAZADE.
Now a part of the world's largest yachts, she is the fourth Lürssen superyacht delivered in 2024, joining 145m LUMINANCE, 122m KISMET, and 82m HAVEN.
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