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UNEXPECTED for charter

Delivered in 2001, 38m/ 124' Heesen yacht for charter UNEXPECTED completed a significant refit in 2021, and  now presents like new. Capable of world cruising, with an impressive 5,500nm range, she is quiet and fuel-efficient. The yacht's 11-knot cruising speed, combined with her modern stabilisation system, offers excellent performance. Built with charter in mind, UNEXPECTED boasts a superb sundeck featuring a hot tub. Her refreshed interior accommodates up to 10 guests in her 5-stateroom layout (one Master, two doubles, and one twin). It also includes a fully-equipped gym. Looking for the ultimate family fun yacht? UNEXPECTED comes with an armada of water toys offering endless hours of action on the water. Her crew of 7 will ensure the perfect charter experience and full peace of mind.

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CABINS: 5 | GUESTS: 10 | CREW: 7

Delivered in 2001, 38m/ 124' Heesen yacht for charter UNEXPECTED yacht completed a significant refit in 2021, and  now presents like new. Capable of world cruising, with an impressive 5,500nm range, she is quiet and fuel-efficient. The yacht's 11-knot cruising speed, combined with her modern stabilisation system, offers excellent performance.

Built with charter in mind, UNEXPECTED superyacht boasts a superb sundeck featuring a hot tub. Her refreshed interior accommodates up to 10 guests in her 5-stateroom layout (one Master, two doubles, and one twin). 

Looking for the ultimate family fun yacht charter? UNEXPECTED comes with an armada of water toys offering endless hours of action on the water. Her crew of 7 will ensure the perfect charter experience and full peace of mind.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Length: 37.70 metres (123' 8")

Beam: 8.40 metres (27' 7")

Draft: 2.6 metres (8' 6")

Number of Guests: 10

Number of Crew: 7

Built: 2001

Refit: 2021

Builder: Heesen

Naval Architect: Vripack

Flag: Luxembourg

Hull Construction: Aluminium

Hull Configuration: Displacement

Air conditioning, Deck Jacuzzi, Gym/exercise equipment, Stabilisers underway, WiFi connection on board

ACCOMMODATION

Number of Cabins: 5

Cabin Configuration: 4 Double, 1 Twin

Bed Configuration: 4 Pullman, 1 King, 2 Queen, 1 Double, 2 Single

Engine: CAT 3406 Generators: Northern Lights 90 KVA (x2)

Cruising Speed: 10 knots

Fuel Consumption: 150 Litres/Hr

TENDERS & WATER SPORTS

1 Capelli Tempest 570: 115 hp outboard motor 1 Williams Sportjet 385 1 Yamaha Gp1800r Jet Ski 1 Waverunner High Output 1.8 Jet Ski TOYS 1 Water Slide 6m 1 Hydrofoil, 2 x Seabobs F5 1 Lift2 E-Foil Cruiser 5'6 In carbon fiber (2021) 1 Hoverboard (*can only be used with experienced guests), 1 Flyboard Kites ( 2 x KiteBoards, 3 x Sails, 5 x Harnesses, 2 Bar and lines) Windsurf ( 2 x Inflatable board, 3 x Sails) 1 Crosswing Sail 1 Surfboard, No Wingboard on board 2 x Kiteboard Wake Package (1 x Wakeskate, 2 x waterskis, 2 x wakeboards, 2 x kiteboards) 2 x Inflatable Sup, 1 x Rigid Sup, 3 x Inflatable Kayaks 1 Towable Inflatable Sofa Snorkeling and Diving gear Coming soon equipment: Gym gear (1 bike, 1 treadmill, 1 rowing machine) Fishing gear (3 fishing rods)

✔ Heesen pedigree motor yacht presented in perfect condition

✔ Outstanding refit completed in 2021

✔ Idyllic sundeck with an elevated hot tub surrounded by uninterrupted views

✔ New refreshed interiors, creating a chic natural design

✔ Armada of water toys offering endless hours of fun on the water

UPON REQUEST

Yacht provisioning Helicopter/airplane charter  Concierge services Private chef Luxury cars & transfers

2001   Heesen    124ft  /  37.7m

UNEXPECTED Yacht Charter

UNEXPECTED currently registered in the Marshall Islands is actively available for charter in several cruising destinations.

The luxury motor yacht UNEXPECTED, previously named ALUMERCIA, was built by Heesen and delivered to her owner in 2001, she later underwent a refit in 2021.

The exterior of UNEXPECTED is designed by Vripack.

The 124ft / 37.7m UNEXPECTED has been constructed with a aluminum hull and is powered by 2x Caterpillar3406E 480hp with a cruising speed of 10 knots and a top speed of 13 knots.

Charter guest accommodation

UNEXPECTED has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 10 charter guests in 5 suites.

The guest cabins comprise a primary suite with a king size bed and en-suite bathroom facilities, 3 cabins with a queen size bed and en-suite bathroom facilities and a cabin with a twin bed and en-suite bathroom facilities.

Your luxury charter crew

Your luxury charter on board motor yacht UNEXPECTED will be managed by the crew of 7 including the captain.

The crew will ensure you have a relaxed and enjoyable charter experience with all of your needs catered for while on board.

The 7 crew have their own separate crew quarters allowing guests to enjoy increased levels of privacy.

Amenities & Entertainment

Amenities on board for the charter guests include Air Conditioning, Cinema, Games console, Jacuzzi on deck, Stabilizers At Anchor, TV saloon and Wi-Fi.

An extensive list of further amenities and water toys can be seen under the features and amenities section.

Yacht charter destinations

UNEXPECTED is Currently cruising in the East Mediterranean and the West Mediterranean.

Sample itineraries for the cruising destinations can be supplied by your professional charter broker allowing you to plan your luxury yacht charter vacation in detail.

• Middle East
• North East Africa

West Mediterranean

• Balearic Islands
• Corsica & Sardinia
• Sicily & Aeolian Islands
• Amalfi Coast
• French Riviera
• South of France
• North Africa
• Air Conditioning
• Movie Theatre
• Games console
• Jacuzzi on deck
• Stabilizers At Anchor
• Inflatable Watertoys
• Jet Ski (standup)
• Water skis - adult
• Snorkeling Gear
• 20ft/6.3m RIB 150hp
• 18ft/5.5m RIB 235hp

Destinations

Frequently Asked Questions

How much to charter unexpected.

UNEXPECTED has a weekly charter price starting at €119,000 and an estimated daily charter price of €19,800.

How many guests on board UNEXPECTED?

UNEXPECTED can accommodate 10 sleeping guests on board in 5 cabins, with the ability to cruise with up to 12 guests.

Where is UNEXPECTED currently located?

UNEXPECTED was last seen in French Riviera.

Legal Disclaimer

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‘Unexpected’ is a 123.69ft  /37.7m  custom motor yacht built in 2001 by Heesen and last refitted in 2014. She was previously named AlumerciA.

This award-winning yacht has a 5500nm range, and has world-cruising capability that is seriously impressive. Not only is this vessel luxurious and attractive, but she is also quiet and fuel efficient. Equipped for helicopter landing, this is a serious contender if you’re looking for the most memorable, quintessential and luxurious charter vacation.

Unexpected’s interior layout sleeps up to 10 guests in 5 rooms, including a master suite, 1 VIP stateroom, 2 double cabins and 1 twin cabin. She is also capable of carrying up to 7 crew members onboard to ensure a sumptuous luxury yacht experience for you and your guests. Crew will also ensure you make use of all available amenities.

She is built with an aluminium hull and aluminium superstructure, and has cruising speed of 11 knots, a maximum speed of 13.5 knots and a range of 5,500nm from 54,000litre fuel tanks, she is the perfect combination of performance and luxury.

She also comes complete with a modern stabilization system to reduce roll motion even during rough seas, and the yacht also has ‘at anchor stabilizers’ to keep things smooth even at anchor/zero speed.

A deck Jacuzzi is perfect for relaxing with friends and family, while taking in the view, particularly after a long day of adventure.

The superyacht has Wi-Fi connection throughout, so you’ll be able to check emails or share your experience on social media. A gym onboard, fully equipped with the latest exercise equipment, means you’ll never miss a work out.

Air conditioning keeps conditions comfortable throughout the cabins, so you’ll stay cool even on the hottest of days.

If you’re a lover of water sports why not make use of the toys onboard including Jet-Skis, Water-Skis, Scuba Diving Equipment, Flyboard, and Snorkelling Equipment.

Unexpected FEATURES & PRICING

• AIR CONDITIONING • DECK JACUZZI • DIVING • FLYBOARD • JET SKI • SNORKELING • STABILIZERS • WATER SKI • WI FI

CHARTER RATES

1 x 20.67ft /6.3m Tender 150 HP Outboard engine 1 x 18.04ft /5.5m Tender 235 HP Inboard engine

Jet-Skis Water-Skis Scuba Diving Equipment Flyboard Snorkelling Equipment

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Launched in 2001, the 38 meter Heesen yacht UNEXPECTED underwent a significant refit in 2021, resulting in a pristine, like-new condition. This luxurious charter yacht boasts the capability for worldwide voyages, offering an impressive range of 5,500 nautical miles, coupled with quiet and fuel-efficient engines. Its cruising speed of 11 knots, enhanced by a modern stabilization system, ensures outstanding performance.

Designed with chartering in mind, UNEXPECTED features an exquisite sundeck with a hot tub, providing the perfect setting for relaxation. The refreshed interior can accommodate up to 10 guests in its five-stateroom layout, which includes a Master suite, two double cabins, and one twin cabin, as well as a fully-equipped gym.

For those seeking the ultimate family-oriented yacht experience, UNEXPECTED comes equipped with a wide array of water toys that guarantee endless hours of aquatic adventure. With a dedicated crew of seven, your charter experience will be seamlessly managed, offering complete peace of mind.

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Great For Families

Great Stability

TOYS & TENDERS

1 x Water Slide 6m from the Bow of the vessel 2 x Seabobs Model F5 1 x Lift2 E-Foil Cruiser  1 x Hoverboard and 1 x Flyboard  2 x KiteBoards (3 x Sails, 5 x Harnesses, 2 x Bar + lines) 2 x Windsurf (2 x Inflatable board, 3 x Sails) 1 x Crosswing Sail with surf board 1 x Wakeskate 2 x Waterskis 2 x Wakeboards 2 x Kiteboards 2 x Inflatable Sup 1 x Rigid Sup 4 x Inflatable Kayaks 1 x Towable Inflatable Sofa Snorkeling gear Diving gear (Dive gear by RDV only) Gym gear  Fishing gear (3 x fishing rods) 1 x Yamaha Gp1800r Jet Ski 1 x Waverunner High Output 1.8 Jet Ski

1 x Capelli Tempest 570 (115 HP Outboard Engine) 1 x Williams Sportjet 385

DESTINATION

Summer :

 Balearic Islands

Winter :

 Caribbean

  From 119,000 EUR/week

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YACHT STORY is written in May 2021 in Antwerp, Belgium, encouraged by the need in the Benelux for a professional Partner for yacht charter services. The increasing demand of travelling and private escapes on a yacht organized from a to z by one contact person was an important stimulation to create this boutique charter company with a personal approach.

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This ‘Armada of Watertoys’ Is Caribbean-Bound

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Fraser says 124-foot Heesen Unexpected is coming off a successful Mediterranean charter season, with dates still available for bookings this winter in the Caribbean .

Unexpected is a 2001 build that most recently was refitted in 2021. The Fraser team says the yacht “presents like new” and carries an “armada of watertoys” for hours of fun at anchor.

Accommodations are for 10 guests in five staterooms, and the yacht charters with seven crew.

What’s the lowest weekly base rate to charter Unexpected in the Caribbean? It’s about $105,000.

How to book a week on board: Contact a charter broker at fraseryachts.com

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My Daughter Was Exhibiting Concerning Behaviors At School. No One Knew Why — Until Her Teacher Shared An Unexpected Observation.

Mrs. Barlow and Ella after implementing accommodations at school.

In the Fall of 2022, I stood barefoot on my deck, phone in my ear, brown leaves gathered around my feet, listening to my daughter’s fifth grade teacher, Mrs. Barlow.

“I think there’s something going on with Ella,” she said gently.

My stomach dropped, as I’d had my own suspicions for years. I’d often seen her staring blankly at the lengthy math equations, unsure of what to do. She frequently doodled in the column of her spiral notebook and complained that she didn’t know how to do her assignments.

I flashed back to the draining late nights we’d spent sitting at the dining table, sorting through her homework assignments, which became a long list of unchecked boxes on her iPad to-do list. Her grades had been rapidly declining, going from B’s to C’s and D’s. No one knew how to fix or how to help her. Whatever “it” was, I’d felt helpless for so long, wanting to repair the invisible problem she’d been battling in silence behind swollen, tired eyes.

“She’s been distracted in class. I’m not a doctor, but you may want to consider having her evaluated.”

Until that moment, for the last six years, I’d felt as though it would always be this way. That my daughter would never be like me and enjoy going to school, or writing, or doing math, and that she’d always have a hard time keeping up. It had become our dark reality. I was desperate for change, for her to not feel so lost and worn down. It had taken a toll on me, too.

This conversation was an unexpected gift from a caring and observant teacher. She was able to recognize behaviors that she also saw in students who’d been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD). It had occurred to me that Ella might have an issue, but I didn’t even consider it could be ADHD.

Before Mrs. Barlow, Ella’s other teachers had reassured me she was “fine,” that she needed to practice the lessons more often, that it was “nothing.” What I didn’t know then was that most girls with ADD present without the hyperactivity part. Their  inattentive behaviors and challenges often go unnoticed because they don’t resemble those of the stereotypical hyperactive ADHD boy. This makes them more difficult to diagnose, and often results in later diagnoses for adolescent girls.

According to a study released this year, the rate of children being diagnosed with ADHD increased by 1 million between 2016 and 2022. Melissa Danielson, a statistician with the CDC’s National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities, and lead author of that study, noted that ADHD in girls often looks like “daydreaming,” being unable to focus or being hyper-focused on the wrong tasks.

After finishing my call with Ella’s teacher, I left a message for our pediatrician, and a few hours later she called me with instructions. “You need to fill out a Vanderbilt questionnaire, a form that will give us guidance about her behaviors,” she said in a monotone, as though she’d given the instructions hundreds of times.

My husband, Ryan, and I printed and filled out the document separately, to be sure not to influence one another. Then, days later, the doctor called to give me the results.

“It’s not a black-and-white answer. She’s in the middle; she’s showing signs of distractibility, difficulty following instructions and some other processing concerns, but in other areas she’s fine.”

She continued, “I know you want a definitive direction, but she’ll need to undergo a formal assessment. I’ll send you a list of providers that offer it.”

I knew what it meant: more waiting, more unknowns.

Over the course of the next week, I must have called more than 50 providers, leaving brief messages on their voicemails, detailing the outcome of the form we’d filled out and what I was looking for. When they did answer, I begged their administrative staff for an opening, explaining how long it had taken us to get to this point. Even when I spoke to a few doctors directly, they all said the same thing. “We’re booking about six months out.” Another said, “It’s around April of next year for the next opening.”

Finally, I found a doctor to do the testing over winter break. In the months leading up to the testing, the dynamic between Ella and I shifted.

Before, I’d often blamed her when she didn’t like school and couldn’t focus. It started every morning after breakfast. She’d slam her door and holler, “I don’t want to go! I hate school.” After a few minutes, I’d sit down on her bed, my hand on her shoulder in a half-hug, trying to reassure her. “Everything will be OK.” Then, she’d slump to the floor, wiping her face, and then we’d go. It was a constant cycle of arguments, every morning and every night.

Now, as we inched toward clarity, and I realized there might be a reason she had been acting this way that wasn’t her choice or her fault, I was more easily able to empathize with her. My frustration and impatience turned to quiet listening as she searched for answers in her schoolwork. Even if the test came back and she did not have ADHD, I felt like there had, at least, been a breakthrough for me.

The author and her daughter after many years of a struggle for answers.

At school, things changed, too. Before the testing was done, her teacher began seating her up front, closer to her desk, to capture her attention and make sure she understood what was happening in class. Every Friday, she went through each assignment, step by step, to make sure she had what she needed to complete it. The teacher did daily check-ins with her at her desk, and offered to stay after school often to help when she was stuck.

During regular email check-ins, her teacher asked me how she was doing at home, encouraging both me and her at once. It felt like we had our own personal cheerleader. It helped me get through it ― until we got the answer we needed to formally put those changes in place at school.

That December, the psychiatrist welcomed us in for testing. Afterward, Ella was drained. The stress of trying to answer questions and keep focus for hours at a time in a high pressure situation came with a weight. For weeks, we waited and finally confirmed she did have ADD. But it wasn’t just non-hyperactive ADD—which is more common among females. She also had anxiety as a comorbidity. I was not familiar that term before her assessment, a reference to a patient experiencing two conditions at the same time.

A  BMJ Mental Health Journal  article about causal relationships between ADHD and other mental health conditions reported that there’s a “prevalence of about 25–50%” of anxiety disorders among patients with ADHD. I saw signs of anxiety in Ella, but I never thought it would be more complicated or that it could be related to ADHD.

Ella’s ADHD indicators included things like a lack of focus in class, getting frustrated easily, heightened anxiety around test time and organizational challenges. Some of her symptoms of ADHD mirrored anxiety, like a need for things to be perfect or being easily distracted and unable to finish a task. Sometimes she exhibited multiple symptoms at once.

The formal document was in my hands, and that January, I sat down with the school’s administrative team, special education team and her teacher. The one that changed Ella’s life, that saw her for who she was. We put in place a 504 plan, a formal written plan that would allow Ella to get what she needed to be more successful in school. It would give her more time for tests, to have more time for homework, to get the help she needed so she could improve her grades, stay on course and feel supported in her diagnosis.

She became more willing to go to school, with fewer meltdowns in the mornings. She began exuding a confidence I hadn’t seen before, a willingness to ask for help at home and at school. That year, she began cognitive behavioral therapy to address her fears and concerns about school and the rest of her stressors. She also implemented more organizational tools she’d learned, and got extra time on assignments and extra help when she needed it.

Before long, her grades came up and she started to love school. Her grades went from C’s and D’s to almost all A’s at the end of the final quarter. Last year, as she entered sixth grade — thanks to her fifth grade teacher paving the way for her and laying the foundation for her to be prepared for this major transition — she found her way again. She finished the year on a high note with almost-straight A’s.

As we approach 7th grade in a few weeks, I know she’s anticipating the workload and wondering how it will all go. I feel the anxiety rising up inside me, too. But now we have a formal plan in place, accommodations for her and a supportive framework (at home and school) to start another year. It feels a little less daunting.

As her mom, it is frustrating that it took so long to figure it out. I wish I could erase all those years she struggled, as well as my own frustration with her. If I’d known about the signs of ADD in girls and comorbidities, I could have helped her earlier.

But, in the end, it took just one observant and caring person ― her teacher ― seeing who she really was, taking the time to look a little deeper into what she needed and believing in her. She left an indelible mark on Ella’s life, a gift she will carry with her forever.

This article originally appeared on HuffPost.

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Who was on superyacht that sank off Sicily?

Twenty-two people were on board the Bayesian superyacht including British technology tycoon Mike Lynch, his wife and 18-year-old daughter, and Morgan Stanley International boss Jonathan Bloomer.

Friday 23 August 2024 12:34, UK

Details have emerged of the 22 people who were on board the superyacht that sank off the coast of Sicily.

The British-flagged vessel named Bayesian was carrying 12 passengers and 10 members of crew when it got into difficulty in the early hours of Monday.

Seven bodies have now been recovered. The other 15 people on board were rescued.

Here's what we know about those who were on the yacht.

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British technology tycoon Mike Lynch was among the original six people missing. On Thursday, divers confirmed his body had been recovered.

Raised in Ilford, east London by Irish parents, the 59-year-old made millions with the software company Autonomy he set up in 1996.

He had an estimated net worth of £852m, according to the 2023 Sunday Times Rich List, and is believed to have owned the yacht.

Off the back of Automomy's global success, Mr Lynch was given the roles of science adviser to former prime minister David Cameron and non-executive director of the BBC.

The Cambridge maths and sciences graduate sold the firm for £8.64bn to US giant Hewlett Packard (HP) in 2011.

Dubbed the "British Bill Gates", Mr Lynch has been in the headlines in recent months over a high-profile fraud case related to the sale of Autonomy to HP in 2011.

HP accused him of deliberately overstating the value of the company before it was acquired by the American technology firm. Mr Lynch denied any wrongdoing.

In June, a US jury cleared him of all charges .

Read more: Lynch's co-defendant dies days before yacht disaster

Hannah Lynch

Mr Lynch's 18-year-old daughter Hannah Lynch was also on board. A body believed to be that of the teenager was recovered on Friday from the yacht wreckage.

She had been on holiday with her parents, having secured a place to study English at the University of Oxford, according to reports.

Her former school, Latymer Upper School in Hammersmith, west London, said they were "incredibly shocked by the news that Hannah and her father are among those missing in this tragic accident" when the yacht first sank.

Angela Bacares

Mr Lynch's wife Angela Bacares was on board the yacht and was rescued.

The 57-year-old said she and Mr Lynch were awoken by the boat "tilting" at 4am - half an hour before it sank.

Jonathan Bloomer

Jonathan Bloomer, the chairman of investment bank Morgan Stanley International, was confirmed dead on Thursday.

According to the Financial Times, Mr Bloomer appeared as a defence witness for Mr Lynch during his US criminal trial and the pair were good friends. He also chaired Autonomy's audit committee.

The 70-year-old was the chief executive of UK-Hong Kong insurer Prudential until he was ousted by the board in 2005.

He was also chairman of the insurance provider Hiscox.

Judy Bloomer

Mr Bloomer's wife Judy was on the yacht trip with her husband. Divers confirmed they found her body on Thursday.

Mrs Bloomer was a former board member at The Eve Appeal charity, which focuses on gynaecological cancers.

The charity described her as a "brilliant champion for women's health and medical research... an incredible supporter, committee member, and trustee of our charity for over 20 years".

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Recaldo Thomas

The yacht's on-board chef Recaldo Thomas died in the sinking.

He was Canadian-Antiguan and part of the crew of the Bayesian.

His body was the first to be recovered from the wreckage.

Chris Morvillo

US lawyer Chris Morvillo was among those divers found dead on Thursday.

The father-of-two worked on Mr Lynch's US fraud trial and was a partner of law firm Clifford Chance's US branch.

Mr Morvillo was assistant attorney for the Southern District of New York between 1995 and 2005 and worked on the terrorist investigation into the 9/11 attacks.

In a recent LinkedIn post, he thanked the legal team that helped win Mr Lynch's trial.

Signing off the post, he said: "And, finally, a huge thank you to my patient and incredible wife, Neda Morvillo, and my two strong, brilliant, and beautiful daughters, Sabrina Morvillo and Sophia Morvillo.

"None of this would have been possible without your love and support. I am so glad to be home. And they all lived happily ever after…."

Neda Morvillo

Mr Morvillo's wife Neda died in the disaster alongside her husband.

The 57-year-old had a luxury jewellery brand, which she ran under her maiden name Neda Nassiri.

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Ayla Ronald

Ayla Ronald, a senior associate at Clifford Chance, survived the yacht disaster, the law firm confirmed.

The 36-year-old worked alongside Chris Morvillo in helping defend Mike Lynch in court.

Clifford Chance said in a statement: "Our utmost priority is providing support to the family as well as our colleague Ayla Ronald, who together with her partner, thankfully survived the incident."

She is originally from Christchurch, New Zealand, but lives in London, her father told local media there.

He said she was left "very shaken" but "she and her partner are alive".

Charlotte Golunski

Charlotte Golunski was on board the yacht and was rescued along with her one-year-old daughter, Sofia.

She spoke to Italian newspaper La Repubblica, confirming she survived the yacht sinking and told how she kept her daughter alive after she was rescued.

"I held her afloat with all my strength, my arms stretched upwards to keep her from drowning," she said.

"It was all dark. In the water I couldn't keep my eyes open. I screamed for help but all I could hear around me was the screams of others."

The 35-year-old is a partner at one of Mr Lynch's firms - Invoke Capital - and has worked there since 2012, according to her LinkedIn profile.

She also worked at Hewlett Packard, which acquired Autonomy in 2011, for 11 months.

Before that, she studied history at the University of Oxford.

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James Emsley

Ms Golunski's partner James Emsley was also rescued from the yacht, according to Sicily's civil protection agency.

The 36-year-old is the father of her one-year-old daughter.

James Cutfield

The 51-year-old captain of the yacht spoke to Italian newspaper La Repubblica after he was rescued.

Mr Cutfield, from New Zealand, was taken for treatment at the Termini Imerese emergency unit, where he told the newspaper: "We didn't see it coming."

Leah Randall

Leah Randall was part of the Bayesian crew and survived the sinking.

She was pictured going ashore in Porticello on Monday morning and is from South Africa.

Her mother Heidi told Sky News said she was "beyond relieved that my daughter's life was spared by the grace of God".

"It doesn't make it any easier living with the heartache of those who have lost their lives [or are] missing. My very deepest condolences to the chef's family as they formed a great friendship," she said.

Katja Chicken

Katja Chicken was another South African member of crew on board the Bayesian and was pictured being brought to safety in Porticello on Monday.

The Italian coastguard confirmed on Tuesday evening that Leo Eppel, a crew member, also survived the yacht sinking.

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