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Project Platinum Launched

Discussion in 'General Yachting Discussion' started by capitan_buzo, Apr 3, 2005.

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  1. Ben, Apr 7, 2005
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    Fair enough. ;)
  2. YachtForums, Apr 8, 2005
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    Project Platinum has sure created a lot of interest...

    I've received e-mails from editors and publishers from various yachting magazines we ALL know. Thanks to all the guys on this thread who have brought us pictures and information... and brought some lurkers out of the woodwork. ;)

    Carl
  3. YachtForums, Apr 8, 2005
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    I've got an idea...

    Many of our members have worked to help us with pictures and information. They should be recognized and compensated for their efforts.

    Whoever posts good pictures of Platinum first... gets a 2005 Lurssen Yachts calendar. Just send me your mailing address...

    Sound fair?
  4. Kevin, Apr 8, 2005
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    How's abouts I just get on my knees and grovel?
  5. YachtForums, Apr 8, 2005
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    Scratch my original offer. Let's make this worthwhile...

    1st Place Pictures: $100
    2nd Place Pictures: $50
    3rd Place Pictures: $25

    Last Place Pictures: Everyone gets a shot at you. I'm bringing this...

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  6. chobecat, Apr 9, 2005
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    It's going to be called 'Dubai' - I hear

    Floated out of its dry-dock on Thursday. Jebel Ali Port, Dubai

    She's not quite finished it appears

    Enjoy

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  7. catmando, Apr 9, 2005
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    OH.

    MY.

    GOD. :eek: :eek: :eek:
  8. Rene GER, Apr 9, 2005
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    YEAHHHHH!!!!! :cool: :) :eek:

    That's an elegant yacht!

    ...and the 1st cool shot!
  9. yachtdreamer, Apr 9, 2005
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    Wow...... There's nothing else to say....Thank you very,very much :) :)
  10. orion, Apr 9, 2005
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    There is only one word : AWESOME :D :D ;)
    Heard that there is a sistership on the bedding.
    Project Dolphin?
  11. chobecat, Apr 9, 2005
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    Platinum

    Managed to get a little closer (during lunchtime) but security was everywhere.

    There is a large sign nearby, announcing 'the Project Platinum' Workyard.

    Cheers For now :)

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  12. chobecat, Apr 9, 2005
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    Dolphin

    Project Dolphin ?

    Not heard of that one. There may be some confusion as there is a very large Oil and Gas Project happening here at the moment called.........Dolphin.

    Rgds
  13. Ben, Apr 9, 2005
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    I've noticed that both this yacht and Al Salamah (the other huge middle eastern yacht) have a large recess in the middle of the yacht on the upper decks, would anyone have any idea what this may be?

    Or is it just nothing?
  14. capitan_buzo, Apr 9, 2005
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    Holy S#!@.
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  15. YachtForums, Apr 9, 2005
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    THANK YOU for these pics Chobecat!!!

    I sent you a PM... :)
  16. catmando, Apr 9, 2005
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    The bottom pic in post 33 gives an on-water perspective of just how huge that yacht is. Is the Sheik planning on bringing her to Monaco for the race? Is there a dock long enough for her there?
  17. YachtForums, Apr 9, 2005
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    Guys,

    We've received some high-res pictures from Chobecat. We're waiting for a couple more shots and then... Platinum will be on the splash page with links to the high-res shots.

    I'm making adjustments in the software to accomodate the size of the pictures this weekend. These pictures are GREAT!

    Will post soonest... :)

    Carl
  18. alwa, Apr 9, 2005
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    Thank you for ensuring I was acknowledged for my pictures of the model moderator. Now she's been launched we'll hopefully get to see some super shots of the real thing.
  19. alwa, Apr 9, 2005
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    Most likely to be an atrium, but I have seen plans of yachts with a 'moon pool' enabling a submarine for example to be lowered out in to the depths through the hull!
  20. Ben, Apr 10, 2005
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    No hurry Carl.

    I'm waiting patiently....... no really, I am. ;) :D
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