Skip to main content

Luxury Yacht Sunk by Tornado off Sicily: Tech Tycoon Among Missing


Palermo, Sicily –
A 50-meter luxury yacht, the "Bayesian," met a tragic end early Monday morning when it was capsized by a violent tornado off the coast of Sicily. The vessel, known for its opulent features and exclusive clientele, was carrying 22 people, including British tech billionaire Mike Lynch.

The sudden and powerful storm caught the yacht and its passengers off guard. Despite the yacht's advanced safety features, it was unable to withstand the force of the tornado. As the vessel began to sink, a heroic mother managed to save her infant child by jumping overboard and swimming to safety.

The Italian Coast Guard launched an immediate search and rescue operation, but challenging sea conditions have hampered efforts to locate the missing passengers. The body of the yacht's chef has been recovered.

Lynch, often referred to as the "British Bill Gates," was among the high-profile individuals aboard the Bayesian. His disappearance has sparked international attention and concern.

The Bayesian, a Perini Navi-built yacht, was renowned for its sleek design and luxurious amenities. It was a popular choice for those seeking exclusive and unforgettable yachting experiences in the Mediterranean.

The sinking of the Bayesian serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of the sea, even for the most advanced vessels. As the search for the missing passengers continues, the yachting community mourns the loss of life and the destruction of a magnificent vessel.

Comments

Popular posts from this blog

Distress Alert: Sailing Vessel Kiliki Overdue and in Need of Assistance

UPDATE:  The crew members were rescued.

Distress Call Issued for Missing Sailing Yacht "ILAN7" in Ionian Sea

Issued by Inmarsat: 2024-04-23 12:45:02 Z The Italian Coast Guard is seeking assistance from all vessels transiting in the Ionian Sea to locate the missing sailing yacht "ILAN7". Details of the missing yacht: Name: ILAN7 Flag: Great Britain (UK) MMSI: 232029740 Callsign: MIBL9 Description: White with a blue underline, 14 meters long with a maximum width of 4 meters. Last known position: Latitude 37° 52.9282 N, Longitude 18° 22.9029 E (communicated on April 21, 2024). Departed from: Malta on April 11, 2024. Destination: Preveza, Greece. Number of people on board: One. Weather conditions in the search area: Winds up to 28 knots with gusts up to 38 knots. Waves up to 3.5 meters. All vessels in the Ionian Sea are requested to: Maintain a sharp lookout for the yacht "ILAN7". Report any sightings or information to the Italian Coast Guard at the following numbers: IMRCC Rome: Phone: +39 06 5924145 or +39 06 59084409 Fax: +39 06 5922737 or +39 06 59084793 Inmarsat C: 424744

Sailing Yacht Sunbeam Overdue – Italian Coast Guard Issues Search and Rescue Alert

  UPDATE 08 Sptempber 2024: The vessel was located in the port of Denia. Alarm no longer active. With the post on Facebook the captain lets us know that they are fine: Oisin Margey Hi, I am the captain of Sunbeam. We are fine and currently approaching the East Coast of Spain. So sorry we did not hear the vhf call and very grateful for the concern for our well being. It is very much appreciated. Please get in touch if you need  more information. Take care and safe sailing.