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Superyacht of US Ambassador to Italy docks in Kotor - will it host top Montenegrin officials?
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Superyacht of US Ambassador to Italy docks in Kotor - will it host top Montenegrin officials?

From N1 Serbia · () Serbian

Translated from Serbian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The superyacht "Boardwalk," owned by U.S. Ambassador to Italy Tilman Fertitta, has docked in Kotor, Montenegro.
  • Unconfirmed reports suggest the yacht will host a celebration for the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence for top Montenegrin officials.
  • The vessel, valued at 450 million euros, was built in Germany and delivered in May.

The "Boardwalk," a 117-meter-long superyacht owned by American billionaire and U.S. Ambassador to Italy, Tilman Fertitta, has arrived in Kotor, Montenegro. The luxurious vessel, valued at 450 million euros, was recently constructed at a renowned German shipyard and delivered in May.

According to unofficial reports from Montenegrin news outlet Vijesti, the yacht is expected to host a celebration for the 250th anniversary of the U.S. independence. This event is anticipated to be attended by high-ranking Montenegrin state officials.

The superyacht entered the Bay of Kotor accompanied by two fast patrol boats, P 205 and P 206, from the Navy of Montenegro. It has anchored near Dobrota, and special security measures are in place around the vessel due to the planned event. Fertitta, the owner, is also known for his business ventures in hospitality, hotels, and gaming, as well as being a former TV personality and owner of the NBA basketball team Houston Rockets.

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Originally published by N1 Serbia in Serbian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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