Lightning (Royal Denship)

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Specifications

Length
79m
Max Speed
18 kn
Built
2003
Guests
12
Crew
26
Gross Tonnage
2,479

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Port Calls

Port Tewfik
30 Aug 2025 – 31 Aug 2025
9 h
Valletta
10 Mar 2025 – 10 Mar 2025
3 h
Port Tewfik
2 Sept 2024 – 2 Sept 2024
13 h

Derived from AIS positions — arrivals and departures are approximate.

Ownership History

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Lightning (Royal Denship) now?

According to AIS data, Lightning (Royal Denship) was last reported underway near EL GHARDAQA, Egypt on 28 Feb 2026. Live position updates are shown on the tracking map above.

Who owns Lightning (Royal Denship)?

Lightning (Royal Denship) is owned by Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister. Ownership is sourced from public records and may involve holding companies.

How much is Lightning (Royal Denship) worth?

Lightning (Royal Denship) has an estimated value of $120M.

Who built Lightning (Royal Denship)?

Lightning (Royal Denship) was built by Royal Denship and delivered in 2003.

How big is Lightning (Royal Denship)?

Lightning (Royal Denship) is 79 metres (259 ft) long, measures 2,479 gross tons, accommodates 12 guests and a crew of 26, reaches a top speed of 18 knots.

Current Position

EL GHARDAQA
28 Feb 2026
13.6 kn — underway
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All data sourced from public domain: Equasis, Lloyd's Register, ICIJ, press reports. Ownership data may be incomplete where corporate structures are opaque.