Octopussy Documentary: The Yacht That Could Not Be built

[@SuperYachtCaptain]

Such an inspirational story. Never listen to the naysayers. Simply fantastic.

[@rauldempaire5330]

Tristan hello there! Are taking a peek ar your next boat?....☺

[@physicsguybrian]

With enough money, time and talented engineers, anything within the laws of physics is doable. Most companies are not willing to take the risk and they let budgets and timelines drive their projects but that always gets in the way of creativity and innovation. Most companies work to the average of "doable" so they can maximize profits.

[@parkermesch6522]

2 people I would love to sit and have lunch with, Tristan Mortlock and John Staluppi!

[@heaven-is-real]

They all said it couldn't be done.

[@pred7949]

delusion - convince yourself

[@davidwessin]

Had the pleasure of riding on this beautiful yacht many years ago when it was owned by Abe Gosman of Palm Beach. Incredible, breathtaking yacht!

[@korntoys281]

I remember seeing it when I was 13 on the intercoastal when my uncle lived in Palm beach

[@JessieColt2]

I remember seeing her in Palm Beach. Such a beautiful vessel to see in person.

[@machinist7230]

It was just sold this month - asking price was nearly 4 million. It no longer can reach 50+ knots, due to multiple refits and being lengthened.

[@johndeleonardo9133]

@@machinist7230 actually it was listed for $235,000,000 not $4,000,000 I live when people spread fake news to try to look intelligent. But it back fires!

[@K3Flyguy]

@@johndeleonardo9133 how's the backfire thing going?

[@CarmineLCalabroJr]

The Octopussy was the first iteration of a fleet of yachts that were birthed from this cutting-edge, radical and powerful design. I was fortunate to have known John Staluppi in the day. His genius goes well beyond 'boats. I will never forget the night when I was invited to entertain a 'boatload' of celebrity guests in West Islip. A stretch limo picked me up as I finished a supper club gig in NY and dropped me off at this yacht which had a full size 88 key piano on board that was encased in 'steel' with brass trim. I'm guessing it was constructed as ballast and placed to add to the stability of this super yacht. I played well past sunrise whereupon the party ended but the experience remained etched in my mind. Kudos on the documentary.

[@NwoDispatcher]

Heesen looks like a bond villan

[@chuckwilliams6261]

He looks like Goldfinger.

[@MaistoHelix]

Old School Shipbuilding icons, They do their thing because they love the challenge..

[@theotherfinnegan9955]

I know Mr. Staluppi. I used to work at one of his partners' car dealership. he is one amazing and generous person. well liked by everyone. I have seen the yacht on the water in long island. it was a masterpiece.

[@bobbertee5945]

ON Long Island, Not IN....

[@the1maxb]

@@bobbertee5945 OFF Long Island, not ON...

[@cjlizza3406]

My grandfather, John Staluppi, is the GOAT 🐐

[@raymondwerker1]

@12:37 Brabantse nuchterheid. Toen hebben we samen die hele zooi ingebouwd. Prachtig.

[@erikj.nuveenmddmd6557]

Every entrepreneur should watch this video. Fantastic display of vision and execution. Changed the world and it’s perception of what a yacht could be. Very inspirational. Thank you for dedicating the time and attention to creating this video for us all to benefit from. As a side note, I personally helped dock this yacht in Cape May, NJ in 1988. Super people aboard. Changed my life.

[@jjthomas2297]

-"Entrepeneur"...Try MOB guy..

@@jjthomas2297 2 words, fuel and taxes.

[@christianfranz4802]

Heesen builds the most beautiful yachts in the world. Amazing Doku and great Teamwork! Believe in yourself and your dreams and trust. Really wonderful! Love for the Dutch ❤️

[@RPmotorcars]

Ive known John S. Since I was a kid,lived in the same town on long Island, worked for him as a young man in the car biz starting at 17, which gave me my start as a car dealer, I had the opportunity to go on Octopussy back then, it was amazing at the time, and even now looking back over 35yrs I don't think you'll ever see something like that again as it was, times have changed, and challenges like that just don't happen anymore

[@antonwegman7308]

Fantastic story!

[@KarelBeelaertsvanBlokland]

Visited Heesen round 1986 as an advisor for Min of Economics for a grant that Heesen needed for tank testing enabling her to build fast motor ships...

[@Guhonter]

Imagine watching a documentary about a groundbreaking yacht and the most surprising fact: the marriage of John Staluppi is still intact after 32 years.

[@heaven-is-real]

beautiful thought (God smiles on them)

[@southjerseysound7340]

I met John when I was in my late teens working at a marina in NJ and he's not your typical rich guy. He took the time to listen and gave me advice and we talked cars for a good while. He even offered to buy my grandfather's Cadillac but I said it's not for sale and he followed with"if you ever want to sell call me" and handed me a card. Being polite I put it in my wallet and forgot about it. Well about 10 years went by and I was struggling to get a lone for my business and I was in a tough spot. On a long shot I pulled his card out and gave him a call. To my surprise he answered and was a bit surprised at first because I called a private number he doesn't give out to most people. So I started telling him how we met and he remembered me and the car and surprised he asked if I was ready to sell. I said no but I was in a spot with my business and I was out of options and he asked if I'm able to bring the car and meet with him. So I hauled the car up there and some of the first words out of his mouth were" I really don't want to buy the car" and that's when my heart sank. I started to get pissed thinking I hauled it up there for nothing........theres a lot to the story. But basically he knew what it means to me. So he offered me a loan using the car as collateral and he could keep the car with his collection until the terms were up

[@Guhonter]

@@southjerseysound7340 That is an amazing story, thanks so much for sharing :D

[@jasonalvey7656]

@@southjerseysound7340 Stunning story brother that is actually very cool. I hope your guys deal ended up working out and you have many business ventures to come. 🙏🏻

[@southjerseysound7340]

@@jasonalvey7656 thanks and ironically enough I just ran into John at Barrett Jackson and it was great seeing him. Especially because I always felt like he didn't realize how much he had helped me because a man like him does tons of deals and I assumed it was just one more. Granted when people hear the story they assume it was like a gift and while I'm very grateful it was far from being a gift. It was business first and he made money but he believed in me and helped at the same time. So it was nice to thank him later on and he reminded me to do the same if and when I can. Because like myself he wasn't born into money and when he started a few people believed and invested in him early on too.

[@pleclerc1]

What a great yacht. She was the 1st vessel I did service on back in 1997. We flushed the sea water systems with our Barnacle Buster on many occasions.

[@ronpinto9588]

Congratulations, Mr. Staluppi, and I am sorry that you had to endure such pressures from people who did not appreciate your humble beginnings nor your Italian origin, determining out of the blue that you were part of the underworld. Your determination to achieve you objective was amazing. I keep telling my children to never give up and, like you, they don`t. I admire your life and what you do with it.

[@HeesenYachts]

Thank you for sharing this with us!

[@albertepidendio7545]

Remember, when someone looks down on you for being Italian,remind them that “If your not Italian your ashamed of yourself!! .

[@Emilthehun]

What a great guy. He lived his life this way. Knew what he wanted and nobody could tell him no.

[@mdleweight]

I toured Octopussy at the Ft. Lauderdale boat show in the late 80's. I had no idea until now it was so special. People sometimes tell me how much horsepower their yachts have. I compare theirs to Octopussy and figure their boats are under-powered!

[@Grahamsnookphoto]

Very interesting, and a great story about a great boat. Thank you.

[@dirkkranendonk8183]

What a great story and what a proud moment for Heesen AND our beautiful 'little' country! A country that has proven time and time again to be far from little when it comes to innovation and performance! #prouddutchie

[@trespire]

Dutch are pioneers in maritime engineering, serious professional companies.

[@gu1016]

This is very cool John, I've loved big boats most of my adult life but not a chance I could ever afford a 42 foot, let alone a 42 meter. I'm in Old Forge NY, I know you know where that is,... thanks for an interesting video.

[@BazilRaubach]

Utterly fascinating doccie about truly brave businessmen. Well done guys.

[@felixcat9318]

Seeing this superb video again after a year was still as exciting as the first time! This story should become a major film!

[@glenhuysamer]

A most inspiring story of guts and determination and following through on ones passions.

[@team3383]

Like Elon Musk at his level I suspect. Throw enough money at it and almost anything will work. Its what my multimillionnaire boss does and he's never failed on a project yet ... Knowing he's an idiot just goes to show: "Throw money at it" its what he always said when he was told things weren't possible. If Heesen hadn't said yes then someone else would have and you would never have heard of Heesen boats again. So who is the hero ? Heesen for having accepted or Staluppi for throwing money at it ?

[@Bastillius]

Can this boat take heavy seas?

[@nutew4809]

A family who my family new in redbank Nj built racing sloops and meny replicas of those ships are in the Smithsonian museum . The stories Mrs Allen told of her father made me love being on boats to this day . Craftsmanship and science builds great ships.

[@SoCalFreelance]

Great story. I love when people have passions and are willing to sacrifice and take chances.

[@jmaudsley6544]

I can remember reading the article in Boat International and being absolutely stunned by the technology and weight saving involved in this project. Still tell people the story as an example of something the size of a small house going 60+ mph. Realising it was 30 odd years ago is however a bit of a shock but what a superb film .Thank you

[@udontknowme7798]

I remember when Stalupi was in Norway, where he got built Moonraker, inside the fjord I lived. This was in the 1990's, and I love fishing. And when they tested the boat, with helicopter flying over, it was just insane when they tested her in full speed it didn't took long time before we saw it coming out the fjord, passing and disappeared in short time. I have seen the Norwegian Skjold class costal corvett who have a official speed on 60+knot(What is over is said to be confidential/military secret), and have seen it in full speed, and think it was about the same top speed, about 65 knot. I only have seen two large boats going over 60 knot, the other have been small racing boats and one middle large military boat in Norway also, with the Norsafe Munnin with the Sea protector on the roof.

[@henrikjohansson6050]

Awsome video! Great yacht made by great people! Looking forward to more of this type of documentary(ish) style of videos.

[@DoctorHedgeFund]

This was the most exciting story I listened too. I love large Yachts above 100 meters. But never thought of them going fast. Is it possible to create a 100 meter yacht that has full displacement and has a speed of 30 knots?

[@trespire]

When engineers dream . . . the world advances forward.

[@eloyex]

Ohhh yeahh !! engineers are magical entities ...........

[@williamphillips9615]

... that is, until it breaks and mechanics have to figure that crap out

[@STUCASHX]

@@williamphillips9615 Mechanics are engineers too. ;-)

[@carefulwatcher3073]

@@STUCASHX That's news to the engineering profession!

[@STUCASHX]

@@carefulwatcher3073 Aww come on. Be nice to the mechanics, they fix fix the broken shit we made... ;-)

[@Gazvegslayer7]

What a great story. Thank you for telling it.

[@robertg5393]

FANTASTISCHE FILM! Awesome story, well done

[@supercargalaxy8233]

💰💰 Money can make anything happen. This guy Stulupi that make a lot of things happen. Check his car collection

[@jaybruce593]

Gentlemen - you really knocked it out the ball park on that yacht, I love the way you dismissed the naysayers and found ways to make the seemingly impossible happen -inspirational! And even today, 32 years after she was built, she still looks great.

[@nadhiheesen8135]

Thanks a lot ! Such an amazing film !

[@MassimoTodaro74]

Great respect for such a strong will dreamer

[@smannee]

We salute you Mr. Salupi. You are a legend

[@liefbrunhilda926]

ramesh anand you know he’s a mobster, right? Lmao. Stalupi family.

[@Keith-gg5nh]

Beautiful craftsmanship great engineering a true tribute to the marine industry.

[@TheoSmith249]

Octopussy overtook me in my 75' Sailboat many years ago in the BVI's going about 30knots. I hailed them on Ch16 and they said they were burning 350litres.....per minute

[@stuarth43]

hour, 4 gals for every 100shp

[@andrewr3973]

What a fantastic short documentary that was. Excellent stuff.

[@Daggi78]

A lot can seem impossible - Until it’s done. Very inspiring to watch with goosebumps moment. Thanks for sharing!

[@ronaldkorporaal4365]

Im from the Netherlands and work on a inland bunker barge and see true the couple of years some amazing creatures. The Dutch poeple know how to make yachts and its amazing. I hope you all have a great day.

[@ChingyDK]

Excellent video, and absolute breathtaking story, effort and true craftsmanship challenge - well done.

[@kirkjohnson8589]

Awesome Video very Entertaining ! 😎👍👍👍👍

[@jamesreynolds1275]

Great story!

[@JacquesCouscous]

Cool story and very nice to release in such a video 👍

[@dalewier9735]

I was blessed to have been given a subscription to Southern Boating Mag. (went to college with the owner's daughter, Jodi, and she had me on the sub list). In about 1985'ish I started hearing about building a 100 plus foot luxury boat that would do 50 plus knots! If I remember correctly, it was the gas turbines that ran in tandem with the mains that blew me away. In at least one article decribing the build it was revealed that this speed was not just about pride of the fastest, but that there was an increase in pirates overtaking these luxury yatch and kidnapping and worse in the Americas as well the Mediterranean. Always wanted to ride on one of these when it was full out . ( And yes Jodi, I still wish I had dated you and not your roommate)

[@kevinoneil7532]

gas turbines?

[@kevinoneil7532]

I think MTU makes diesel engines for marine use.

[@elliottvader2377]

That is the one owned by the sultan

[@MaistoHelix]

The story of Stories as far as Custom Superyachts go...

[@sheldoncampbell2139]

Just what I needed this evening ♥️

[@adambrown865]

Excellent video, and an inspiring story.

[@jefferyscottm7549]

I know Mr. Staluppi from him buying a 1963 1/2 - 427- over 500 hp ,4 speed- side oiler , bench seat ,remote mirrors , Ford Galaxy 500 Fast back that my brother (rip) did a beyond 95% restoration on at Meecum in Ft.L about 8 years ago .He had a museum of sorts in Palm Beach in like an old Kmart that was filled with 50s, 60s, 70s restored and not restored surrounded cars by and a complete old town square..Gas Station, barbershop, hardware store, soda fountain...etc.etc.. What a night when we delivered car there and finishing the transaction at his home !!

[@04SURE]

Awesome inspirational story

[@petersakko2348]

Great documentary, have been working as commissioning engineer on “the world is not enough” realize very much without the Octopussy there would not have been a project like “the world is not enough” ....

[@Rd.b]

Great story, great documentary! Teamwork makes the dream work👌👍 thanks for sharing, amazing😎

[@ottergreen8190]

When I worked on charter boats out of Palm Beach we had a crew member who moved on to become an engineer on Octopussy back around 2004 or so.

[@sledzep01]

I see john on the car auctions all the time. I once interviewed to work as a mate on the Yacht, and I also worked for one of his Oldsmobile dealers...

[@Greenflashtech]

I think the owners connection and experience is what made this a success. He was fully engaged, that is fantastic.

[@baddazzgarage2953]

Amazing story thanks for sharing!! Happy sailing all🛳⚓

[@rnlaf]

great story !

[@felixcat9318]

Within less than three minutes I knew that this documentary was going to be something special, and it exceeded that! One inspired man's dream, an engineering and technichal challenge of unparalleled magnitude. Consultation, collaboration and sheer engineering and technical excellence shone through and the dream was fulfilled beyond expectations! This is a remarkable story and surely merits a much greater detailed, extended documentary. Thank you for sharing this fascinating story of marine engineering history being rewritten. Subscribed.

[@sirtrix.]

This Video is SICK!

[@MaximumGtr]

What a cool story! Thanks for sharing.

[@airdogg1979]

Everything is impossible till someone does it!

[@HeesenYachts]

that is so true!

[@davidgaddes]

Well Done! Always nay sayers, you have to back yourself 100% everytime & you guys did it.Congratulations.

[@UnfoundTravel]

What an amazing story! Mr. Heesen & Stalupi, hats off to both of you for the idea and the stubbornness for not saying no 😝

[@avelinileva]

Amazing yacht. Great video! Make more stuff like this.

[@wingding028]

where is octopussy now?

[@TheLobstersoup]

I think, once commercial spaceflight becomes a thing, these same dockyards will be creating spaceships for a similar clientel! These projects are inspiring, once completed they become milestones for future developments. A shame we don't have sufficiently "cheap" propulsion yet. I'd love to see a spaceship made by Heesen! Maybe start with hydrogen-powered yachts, though. It'll make for a long ship, maybe several hulls, because you need space for the hydrogen. But the rest of the fuel is O2 (from the air). Combined with other renewable energy sources, I think it'd be possible to build a clean-energy ship with a hell of a top-speed. Where is this centuries Mr. Staluppi to challenge convention? Great guy, by the way!

[@paulhenry4205]

Awesome story. Thanks. 👍🏻

[@ceejay960]

I remember reading all about Octopussy in the boating magazines at the time and was absolutely blown away! A stunning yacht in all regards. Wasn't Diaship involved in the design as well?

[@repentuklondonwatchman1373]

SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL

[@victorvandyke9898]

Fricken amazing story. Enjoyed it immensely. Luckily I could understand the Dutch being spoken as well.

[@TTVPStudley]

grew up next to this yacht, and in his old house...haven't met the guy yet, but a good family friend! cool to see how deep the build went! my uncle even has an "octopussy"' mirror from the yacht!

[@Tclans]

Heerlijk zulke verhalen. Van semi underdog onbekendheid naar wereld faam over night. En wat een prachtig ship!

[@Kaidhicksii]

Speed. Raw, unchecked, beautiful power. I love that. It's stories like these that continue to give me the inspiration I need to follow through with my own big dreams - similarly to this one, I'm looking to design a class of ocean liners that are economically viable in today's cruise industry, bringing about a rebirth of the glory days of travel. Incredible story, and keep doing what you're doing. :)

[@hawkmoe2789]

wow. what an extraordinary achievement!

[@HeesenYachts]

Thank you for taking the time to share your appreciation

[@theguythatlikeslegos7708]

Octopussy is the name of culture

[@danletter9357]

Other than the name, love the boat. And the story behind it.

[@gbglobetrotter]

The sultan of Brunei's brother commissioned a yacht named "Tits" with tenders "Nipple 1" and "Nipple 2"!

[@jaylerman7864]

Terrific people - terrific story!

[@currencytrader4389]

I am amazed everyday what gems I am coming across during this lock-down. Awesome story. I am familiar with Hessen yachts but never knew this story.

[@Steinstra-vj7wl]

Heesen :)

[@strangemanmtd8350]

what a story. amazing!!!

[@circomnia9984]

Lol, 53 knots. When was this? Because in 2000 already, the superyacht Foners exceeded 70 knots!!

[@ldtenenoff]

stalupi is just nuts about speed and luxury weather it b by land see or air. he has a amazing car collection as well as building a yacht for every james bond movie including the latest bond flick.yup this cat truly is a rennisance man i remember watching this as it happened,what a great story.

[@fvingerhoed]

Interesting documentary

[@HeesenYachts]

thank you for sharing your thoughts!

[@catchagrip1322]

Lovely. Weldone!!

[@tortugabob]

Well done Gentlemen! Inspirational.

[@RenegadeADV]

Very cool video guys.

[@jeanhawken4482]

Amazing yacht and so advanced. Clever people all round

[@michaelmatheson4277]

What a wonderful story, Is the boat still sailing.

[@AlexNichiporchik]

Wow. I just saw this boat today. Didn't realize there was such a great story behind it!

[@kevinrice4909]

Always trust your gut.... don't join be independent and good luck.

[@OllieW501]

I saw this boat in the flesh in Portofino in about 93, i was about 10. It came in backwards, if you've been to Portofino you'll know why. The female guests were all sitting on the poop deck having their hair and makeup publicly done by professional beauticians in uniforms. My sister and I ran around the marina to watch the boat being moored, helped by the marinaras. who were duly soaked by the spray and churn by the huge jet nosels. Once it was moored and the excitement died down we left. Later that night we were walking past it to a local restaurant for dinner, it was lit up with fairy lights and playing the theme from the James Bond movie of the same name. The following morning, the boat prepared to leave. The captain gunned it in complete disregard of local speed limits, gave all the boats tied up together a real good clattering. I remember thinking the whole thing was a total publicity stunt, but maybe, the low speed maneuverability wasn't great, such is the way with jet powered craft, and Portofino is super narrow, especially for such a big boat. Anyway, that was nearly 30 years ago, but i'll not forget that experience.

[@thegrinch8161]

A man, just an ordinary man with an idea of creating a fast super yacht, add in the marine designers and finally boatbuilder who all took a chance and created a fast luxury super yacht

[@360v2Live]

John Staluppi is no ordinary man.

[@dfharris03]

Awesome video. is the vessel still in use?

[@HeesenYachts]

yes, she is currently listed for sale with Moran Yachts

[@raulsanchez4493]

Awesome story

[@HeesenYachts]

thank you, Raul, it really is and we are glad you enjoyed it

[@daleyoung87]

Just built a hydrofoil.....done.

[@CullenCraft]

Unfortunately it looks like this yacht was overhauled in 2015 and only runs 32kts now. A sad fate for a legend.

[@CallsItLikeISeizeIts]

All the thumbs down must be the shipyards who were scared to accept a challenge

[@HeesenYachts]

😂

[@sam-fc9ky]

The gentleman who followed his dreams- awesome