Who Owns the Gold Yacht? Inside the Gleaming Mystery of Superyacht Khalilah
By Publisher Ray Carmen
She glides into harbours like liquid sunlight — a 49-metre golden marvel that’s captured the gaze of jetsetters from the French Riviera to the Caribbean. Clad in a shimmering Cordova-gold finish, the superyacht Khalilah has earned a cult status as “the Gold Yacht.” Yet beneath the dazzling surface lies a story that trades rumour for reality — and mystery for mastery.
Meet Khalilah — The Carbon Queen
Unveiled in 2014 by U.S. shipbuilder Palmer Johnson, Khalilah was the first all-carbon composite superyacht in the world — a pioneer not just in colour, but in construction. With bold, avant-garde lines and performance to match, she represents a futuristic leap in both style and sustainability.
Vital Stats:
Builder: Palmer Johnson (USA)
Length: 49 metres
Top Speed: 32 knots
Construction: All-carbon composite
Guests: Up to 11 in 5 luxe cabins
Crew: 9
Amenities: Jacuzzi, beach club, sunken lounges, ultra-modern interior