Mark Zuckerberg’s superyacht, Launchpad, is heading back across the Atlantic after a months-long repair stay at MB92’s La Ciotat facility in the French Riviera. The 119-meter vessel spent time undergoing repairs and maintenance valued at “low millions,” likely less than $5 million.
For comparison, refueling the yacht costs around $250,000 due to its massive tank holding 423,700 liters of fuel. In contrast, a car repair might cost between $200 to $2,000, making Zuckerberg’s decision strikingly different from that of average people.
The luxurious facility has capabilities to support some of the world’s largest yachts, including environmental management and electrical capacity for testing and repair. The yacht will likely spend the winter in warmer waters, such as the Caribbean or the United States.
Yachts have a significant carbon footprint – 860 times larger than that of an average person annually. This highlights the need for sustainable transportation options, especially among high-net-worth individuals. As governments weigh incentives to encourage electric vehicle adoption, it’s essential to consider how wealth disparities impact environmental choices.
Source: https://www.thecooldown.com/green-business/mark-zuckerberg-superyacht-launchpad-la-ciotat