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TIL a lot of superyachts have an additional large yacht to accompany them. Support yachts are generally primarily intended to carry the "toys" of the super rich, whether they be a floating helipad, a rigid inflatable boat, a fishing boat, luxury yacht tender, jet-ski or submersible.

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