$100,000,000 New Secret superyacht turns Chicago River into a billionaire’s playground
Published on Nov 13, 2025 at 11:20 PM (UTC+4)
by Daisy Edwards
Last updated on Nov 13, 2025 at 11:20 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Emma Matthews
A $100 million superyacht called New Secret has stunned Chicago locals after appearing dramatically on the city’s waterfront.
The 243-foot vessel pulled into Burnham Harbour before floating down the length of the Chicago River.
Reddit went instantly crazy as crowds tried to figure out why one of the world’s most expensive private yachts was suddenly in the area.
The internet’s best detectives took it upon themselves to work out the reason for the surprise Chicago appearance.
New Secret superyacht makes a rare Chicago appearance
Chicago is no stranger to big superyachts, but New Secret is in a different category entirely.
The 243-foot vessel is built to comfortably house up to 12 guests and 19 crew, complete with pools, spa facilities, and enough lounging space to rival a boutique hotel.
The yacht recently changed hands and names, and online sleuths quickly linked it to the Lopes family of São Paulo, Brazil.
Its arrival wasn’t subtle, and a Chicago redditor posted a shot of the yacht, calling it ‘absolutely massive,’ and the post exploded with curious viewers wondering why it was there.
Some users thought it docked for the Sueños Music Fest in Grant Park, while others debated whether a yacht of this size could even navigate the lochs leading into the river.
Locals eventually confirmed that yes, it can, and yes, it did, which is how it managed to get there.
The vessel dwarfed almost everything around it, and iconic architecture, crowded riverside walkways, and the usual tourist boats suddenly looked tiny next to a hundred-million-dollar superyacht cruising between the bridges.
Billionaire’s playground on the Chicago River
While New Secret isn’t the largest superyacht on the whole planet, it easily ranks among the most expensive ever spotted in the area.
Running costs alone are estimated at roughly $10 million per year, and its engines burn through vast amounts of fuel to keep the luxury experience running.
But beyond the comments, one thing was clear: the yacht turned Chicago’s riverfront into a billionaire-level spectacle, rivalling Monaco.
The river was the scene of an impromptu yacht showcase, and it did not disappoint.
Daisy is a technology journalist, covering artificial intelligence, consumer tech, Apple news, cryptocurrency, digital business, and emerging technologies. Since joining the team in 2025, she has reported on everything from AI-powered startups and major iOS updates to viral tech hacks and the latest developments in the digital economy. Drawing on her background in automotive journalism and a degree in History and Journalism from Goldsmiths, University of London, Daisy specializes in breaking down complex technology stories into clear, engaging reporting for a global audience. Her work focuses on the products, platforms, and innovations that are transforming the way people work, communicate, and interact with technology. Daisy has gained first-hand access to some of the world's most talked-about technologies and innovators, including meeting Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot during its first European appearance in London. She has also discussed the future of space exploration with an astronaut, bringing unique insights and real-world perspectives to her coverage of emerging technology.
