Incredible plans for a new state-of-the-art 1,000-tonne floating skyscraper – that will also be a superyacht – have been unveiled by manufacturers.
Dubbed the “Sea Orbiter”, the stunning structure is set to become a state-of-the-art international scientific station.
Standing at 167 feet tall, it will drift across the oceans, driven by the current.
Its primary mission is to observe and explore ocean life and also study the interactions between ocean and atmosphere and their impact on our climate.
It is expected to be an important new tool for exploring climate global change, fish resources, viruses, and bacteria.
Designed by French architect Jacques Rougerie, the SeaOrbiter, which was estimated to cost £41.2 million in 2012, combines elements of a skyscraper and a boat.
Once complete, around three-quarters of the vessel will be submerged below sea level.
It is expected to allow up to 22 researchers to live and work underwater as they conduct round-the-clock marine exploration.
Additionally, underwater robots would be sent from the ship’s laboratory to explore the seabed.
This state-of-the-art vessel is just the latest in a series of groundbreaking luxury boats unveiled recently.
Just last month, plans for an eye-watering £390 million superyacht offered passengers the opportunity to take in sea views from its platform 125 feet elevated platform and infinity pool.
The world’s most luxurious submarine was also the source of much excitement, as the ‘Deep Sea Dreamer’ is shaped like a fish and claims it can dive up to 328 feet underwater for seven days at a time.
