On June 29, the 123-metre superyacht Al Lusail returned to Port Tarraco after seven months at the Lürssen shipyard in Germany. Owned by Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of Qatar, the vessel underwent its first major refit since delivery in 2017.
The overhaul was reportedly valued at around €35 million. Published estimates describe a wide-ranging programme covering hull inspections, underwater maintenance, upgrades to the propellers and rudder, servicing of the generators and climate systems, automation updates, restoration of the teak decks and a full repaint. The repaint alone was estimated at €13 million. Those published figures put the refit at roughly 7% of the yacht’s estimated €500 million value.
Technical Profile
Published profiles list Al Lusail at 123 metres in length and 8,489 gross tonnes. H2 Yacht Design is credited with the steel hull and aluminium superstructure, while March & White Design created the interiors. The yacht is described as powered by twin MTU diesel engines, with a reported top speed of 19 knots and a range of approximately 4,500 nautical miles. Published beam figures vary: some profiles list 20 metres, others 23 metres.
Luxury and Capacity
Al Lusail is described as accommodating up to 36 guests in 18 suites, supported by a crew of 56. Reported amenities include a swimming pool, forward helipad, cinema, gym, beauty salon, guest elevators, beach club and side garage for tenders. Expansive glazing and curved lines shape the yacht’s exterior, while much of its interior layout remains private.
Port Tarraco’s Superyacht Lineup
The yacht’s arrival coincided with that of two other impressive vessels in Tarragona: the 71.5-metre Um Alhoul, also Qatari-flagged and equipped for diving and exploration, and Seven Seas, owned by film director Steven Spielberg. Their presence created a rare spectacle in Port Tarraco and highlighted Tarragona’s appeal as a destination for large private yachts. At 123 metres, Al Lusail is 43 metres longer than the 80-metre superyacht recently transported through Dutch canals.
Context and Significance
Al Lusail’s return ahead of the Mediterranean high season highlights the scale of maintenance and renewal involved in operating a yacht of this size. Talent24h noted that modernisation reflects the technical demands and prestige associated with vessels in this class. Major upgrades to luxury assets extend beyond the maritime world: the recent expansion of Madrid Sur shopping centre in Vallecas shows a similar commitment to large-scale renewal in other sectors.
Tarragona’s connection to Lürssen’s Mediterranean service activity has since appeared in industry coverage. NAVIS Yacht News reported in 2026 that Lürssen completed six major refits that year, involving more than 650 metres of yachts, and named Tarragona as the Mediterranean base for its expanding Fast Operations and Repair Unit. That later development puts Al Lusail’s return in the context of the port’s growing role in yacht refit and repair activity.
With its latest overhaul complete, Al Lusail is once again ready to serve as a floating residence for the Qatari royal family and their guests, reinforcing its standing among the Mediterranean’s most recognisable superyachts.
