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Benetti has introduced M/Y Legend, a 37-meter Motopanfilo yacht that blends the charm of 1960s navettas with modern technical and stylistic advancements. Designed by Francesco Struglia for the exterior and Lazzarini Pickering Architects for the interior, the yacht maintains its traditional allure while featuring contemporary enhancements.Legend's design emphasizes large, light-filled spaces with broad terraces that offer constant visual contact with the sea. The yacht’s all-composite construction was overseen by Francesco Struglia and Lazzarini Pickering Architects, who aimed to create a fluid transition between interior and exterior spaces. Main saloon The yacht includes personalized elements such as Antartide pink marble and embossed leather, requested by the owner. Legend is equipped with a Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) system to meet IMO Tier III emissions standards, a double-capacity desalination plant, a fuel purification system, and a Starlink internet system. It also features upgraded Miele professional appliances and complies with the REG Yacht Code for charter operations.Main saloon The interiors, designed by Claudio Lazzarini and Carl Pickering, offer a contemporary interpretation of classic motoryacht elegance. The main deck saloon, with sliding glass panels, blends seamlessly with the generous beach platform. Reflective surfaces around the windows enhance natural light and expand the interior spaces. The Main Deck's structure, inspired by the skeleton of a whale, features extensive lateral glazing and minimal furnishings to create an open ambiance. Main deckInterior materials include Alpi teak, Calacatta marble, and Antartide pink marble. The owner’s suite on the main deck and four guest suites on the lower deck offer luxurious accommodations, with a spiral staircase connecting to the skylounge on the upper deck. Loro Piana Interiors provided classic summer fabrics in shades of white, blue, and malachite.Master suite Francesco Struglia’s exterior design unifies the hull and superstructure with sharp lines and elongated forms. The superstructure’s bronze-colored paint adds a touch of modern elegance. The sun deck features a custom “grand piano” sun-pad, and the Lower Deck includes a spacious beach platform with a pull-out bar.Upper deckPowered by two V12 MAN engines, M/Y Legend achieves a top speed of 17 knots. The efficient hull, designed by Pierluigi Ausonio Naval Architecture in collaboration with Azimut|Benetti Group R&D, ensures excellent seakeeping and optimized fuel consumption, providing an impressive range.Founded in 1873, Benetti is the oldest Italian shipyard specializing in luxury yachts. Benetti designs, builds and sells composite vessels from 29 to 44m and steel and aluminum boats from 37 to over 100m. The fleet consists of five categories: Class, Oasis, B.Yond, B.Now and Custom to meet all the needs of the market. Benetti belongs to the Azimut|Benetti Group, the largest privately owned luxury yachting group in the world.Credits: Benetti

Palm Beach Motor Yachts has introduced its latest flagship, the Palm Beach 85 (PB85), marking a significant milestone for the brand known for its innovative yacht design and construction. Founded by ocean-racing champion Mark Richards, Palm Beach Motor Yachts has built a reputation for high-performance, fuel-efficient motor yachts since its inception in 1995.The PB85 is designed to excel in luxury, onboard comfort, and performance. It aims to set new standards in the superyacht category, reflecting nearly three decades of Palm Beach Motor Yachts' expertise. The yacht offers various customizable options, including a three or four-stateroom layout with four heads, and choices between Skylounge or Sedan models and twin or triple engine packages.One of the standout features of the PB85 is its spacious and well-appointed crew quarters, which prioritize crew comfort – an uncommon focus for yachts in the 80-foot range. The yacht also features a single-level living and entertaining space on the main deck, from the forward helm station to the covered cockpit, ensuring a seamless and sociable environment.The full-beam master stateroom amidships includes a king bed, ensuite bath, ample storage, and large windows that provide plenty of natural light. The aft deck offers a generous space for relaxation and easy access to the water.The PB85 is constructed using Palm Beach’s proprietary V-Warp® Technology, a design philosophy developed from Richards' experience in ocean racing. This technology involves an optimal resin to E-Glass fiber ratio, resulting in a strong and efficient hull. The hull is directly fused to the carbon fiber structure, enhancing performance and fuel efficiency. Key features include a fine entry, graceful curvature amidships, and minimal deadrise at the transom, which reduce drag and improve stability.Mark Richards commented, "The Palm Beach 85 represents a significant achievement. It embodies our commitment to luxury, fuel efficiency, and performance. The PB85 is a result of our team's dedication to innovation and excellence in yacht building."A boatbuilding business was launched by Mark Richards in 1995. Today, the company builds a variety of models, including their Classic Series, comprised of the 42, 45, 50, 52, 55, 65, and 70, and the sporty GT Series, which includes the GT50 and GT60. Credits: Palm Beach Motor Yachts

Riva and Officina Italiana Design have signed an exclusive collaboration contract, extending their partnership until 2030. The agreement was formalized at Riva's historic "Plancia" office in Sarnico, continuing a relationship that has significantly influenced Riva’s position in modern yacht design since 1994.The signing ceremony was attended by Ferretti Group CEO Alberto Galassi and Officina Italiana Design founding partners Mauro Micheli and Sergio Beretta. Galassi highlighted the design studio's innovation and commitment to timeless elegance, noting the significance of the agreement in producing future "Made in Italy" boats known for their quality and design.Officina Italiana Design CEO Sergio Beretta and Chief Designer Mauro Micheli expressed their commitment to the renewed collaboration. Beretta emphasized the deep professional and personal connection with Riva, while Micheli pointed out that the extended period allows for significant development and new design challenges.This partnership aims to continue producing Riva boats that blend innovative design with distinctive style, reinforcing Riva's status in the yachting industry. The renewed contract emphasizes the commitment of both companies to maintaining Riva’s heritage while advancing in yacht design.The agreement ensures that Riva will continue to benefit from Officina Italiana Design's expertise, fostering the creation of yachts that are both innovative and true to Riva’s legacy.The Ferretti Group, led by Chief Executive Officer Alberto Galassi, is now one of the world’s leaders in the construction and sale of luxury yachts and pleasure vessels, with a unique portfolio of brands: Ferretti Yachts, Riva, Pershing, Itama, Mochi Craft, CRN, Custom Line and Wally.Credit: Ferretti Group

The Pershing Yacht Terrace, a new cocktail bar, has opened at the 7Pines Resort in Ibiza, offering visitors an elegantly sporty setting with a stunning sea view. This exclusive location provides a unique vantage point of Ibiza and promises a memorable summer experience.Situated in the heart of the 7Pines Resort, the Pershing Yacht Terrace brings Pershing’s signature luxury and design to dry land. The resort itself is a 5-star luxury destination featuring 185 suites, two signature villas, a 1,500 m² spa, and 13 private pools. Located on a cliff top in Sant Josep de sa Talaia, the bar offers a spectacular view of the island of Es Vedrà.Launched in June 2018, the Pershing Yacht Terrace is the first lounge created by Pershing's architects and designers, embodying the style and values unique to the Pershing brand. The bar, made from carbon fibre, features the sleek silhouette of the iconic side wing with incorporated glazing, reflecting the sporty elegance of the Pershing X series yachts.The Terrace includes a lounge area for evening DJ sets, providing guests with an ambiance reminiscent of being on one of Pershing’s yachts. This collaboration between Pershing and 7Pines is designed for daytime relaxation and enjoying magnificent sunsets.In addition, 7Pines offers special rates for hiring Pershing yachts, such as the Pershing 5X and Pershing 9X. Expert mixologists at the Terrace have crafted a menu that includes both timeless classics and innovative new cocktails.The Ferretti Group, led by Chief Executive Officer Alberto Galassi, is now one of the world’s leaders in the construction and sale of luxury yachts and pleasure vessels, with a unique portfolio of brands: Ferretti Yachts, Riva, Pershing, Itama, Mochi Craft, CRN, Custom Line and Wally.Credit: Ferretti Group

Bernardo and Martina Zuccon have received the prestigious 2024 Compasso d’Oro for their design of the Sanlorenzo SP110. The Compasso d’Oro, awarded by the Associazione per il Disegno Industriale (ADI), is recognized as the world's oldest and most authoritative industrial design award. The ceremony took place at the ADI Design Museum in Milan.The SP110 project was honored for its innovative approach to yacht design, combining new proportions, a balance of transparent and opaque surfaces, and novel living solutions. The design emphasizes sustainability in construction and use, reflecting the Zuccon International Project’s commitment to continuous innovation.Bernardo ZucconThe jury's citation praised the SP110 for its concept of a "floating home" and its impact on both yachting and architecture. It was selected from 32 products and services in the 2022 and 2023 ADI Design Index. The SP110's strategic focus on renewing production processes in the yacht sector was highlighted as a significant achievement.“For our firm, this award is our most important achievement in design, and we feel honored to receive it for the SP110, a project that explores new ideas in on-board living,” said Bernardo Zuccon, who accepted the award in person. He also noted the successful collaboration with Sanlorenzo, a partnership that has been ongoing for years.Established in 1954 by Gio Ponti, the Compasso d’Oro has recognized approximately 370 projects over 70 editions. The inclusion of the Sanlorenzo SP110 in this esteemed group underscores the growth and innovation in yacht design, marking a significant milestone for Zuccon International Project, founded by Gianni Zuccon and Paola Galeazzi.Credits: Zuccon International Project