Construction is well underway on Wider's Moonflower 72, a bespoke project conceptualized by Nauta Design. Situated at Wider's Superyacht Hub in Porto Marghera, Venice, the project maintains its scheduled progress following the keel-laying announcement a year ago.
The steel hull and aluminum superstructure have been melded, with "hot works" now concluded. The machinery outfitting is advancing, and installation of the main engines is planned for the upcoming summer. Piping on the lower decks is in progress, and the division of interior spaces across each deck is advancing, along with interior outfitting.
With the contract signed in January 2022 and delivery anticipated for 2025, Moonflower 72 stands as Wider's inaugural full-custom new-build venture after the company's reinvigoration led by Marcello Maggi, head of W-Fin Sarl, the entity that owns Wider equity.
"The construction of Moonflower 72 is well underway at our Superyacht Hub dedicated exclusively to full-custom projects," states Marcello Maggi, affirming Venice's strategic positioning and the workforce's professionalism. He adds that the alignment between Wider and Nauta Design ensures adherence to the production plan.
Nauta Design's Mario Pedol emphasizes Moonflower's contemporary yet timeless design, marked by a harmonious blend of style and comfort, creating a strong connection between the interior and exterior that harmonizes with nature and the marine environment.
Moonflower 72 will incorporate Wider's latest-generation hybrid propulsion system, equipped with two variable-speed generators from MAN Energy Solutions, each producing 1,860 kW. Partnered with an FZSoNick sodium nickel battery bank of around 1 MW/h, energy can be generated at the lowest consumption point, resulting in a 20% reduction in CO2 emissions.
The endothermic engines are prepared for HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) and Methanol, aligning with Wider's net-zero approach. Furthermore, the hybrid system's expended heat energy will be repurposed for onboard amenities, optimizing overall efficiency.
Wider's serial hybrid architecture, developed over recent years and also featured in Wider catamarans, introduces a pioneering propulsion system for the full-custom superyacht industry. This system offers enhanced efficiency, silence, reliability, environmental friendliness, and flexibility.
At the system's core lies a DC-Bus, functioning as an energy reservoir that manages diverse components, from generators and batteries to electric propulsion and more. The Power Management System oversees incoming energy, directing it to utilities requiring power or storing it in batteries.
The battery banks play a central role, continuously monitoring and balancing various physical parameters. Generators operate only as needed, optimizing performance and offering up to 10 hours of Zero Emissions Mode cruising and up to 30 hours of hotel and service system use.
Wider was founded by Tilli Antonelli, who started his own company after resigning from the Ferretti Group. The first Wider 42 was launched in 2010. The Wider 150 was launched in October 2015 and was named M/Y Bartali. The Wider 165 was launched in May 2018.
Credits: Nauta Design
The newly delivered Benetti Oasis 34 motor yacht Y has entered the brokerage market with Mark Seaton of Yacht. The 34.4-meter vessel was delivered in May 2025 and remains under full shipyard warranty. Currently berthed at Benetti’s shipyard in Viareggio, Italy, the yacht is available for immediate delivery.Designed by RWD, the Oasis 34M series features a distinctive Oasis Deck with fold-down bulwarks, a glass-sided infinity pool, and a spacious beach club area. The yacht’s streamlined profile, extended overhangs, and open-plan layout reflect Benetti’s approach to indoor-outdoor living.The interior design, created by Bonetti/Kozerski Architecture of New York, combines warm greys and natural tones with contemporary elements. The accommodation includes five staterooms for up to 10 guests, with a full-beam owner’s suite on the main deck and four guest cabins below. The crew quarters can accommodate seven staff members.The 269 GT yacht is powered by twin 1,380hp MTU diesel engines, providing a top speed of 16 knots and a cruising speed of 14.5 knots. The vessel sails under the Marshall Islands flag. The asking price for the yacht is €17,500,000, excluding VAT. It represents the only Benetti Oasis 34M from 2025 currently available on the market worldwide. The vessel was built under the supervision of experienced owners and a leading maritime consultancy, ensuring high-quality construction and finishing.Credits: Yacht Harbour Archive
June 20, 2025
Athens-based design studio IPYD has revealed Aether, an 80-meter superyacht concept developed for Oceanco's Simply Custom platform. The design features triangular geometric motifs throughout its exterior, referencing concepts of balance and harmony from ancient Greek philosophy.Presented at the 2023 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, Aether joins Oceanco's portfolio of semi-custom concepts built on a standardized technical platform by Lateral Naval Architects. Initial renderings show a continuous exterior profile with an open-plan beach club featuring spa facilities and lounge areas.The Simply Custom range offers owners design flexibility while utilizing pre-engineered naval architecture. Aether follows previous concepts including Ani by Vallicelli Design and Dunes by the Touch Studio. Oceanco has not disclosed construction timelines or technical specifications for the Aetherconcept.Oceanco was founded in 1987. Right now it is a world-class builder of custom superyachts up to the 140 meters range. Oceanco works with world-known designers such as Terence Disdale, Nuvolari-Lenard, Espen Oeino, Sam Sorgiovanni, Igor Lobanov, Tim Heywood and Andrew Winch to create some of the timeless and award-winning yachts afloat today.Credits: IPYD
June 20, 2025
The Pershing GTX80 has docked at Manhattan's North Cove Marina, marking the start of its East Coast tour celebrating Pershing's 40th anniversary. The 24-meter Sport Utility Yacht will visit Montauk (July 1) and Newport (July 12) before concluding in the Hamptons.The tour showcases Pershing's performance-oriented design combining speed and onboard comfort. The GTX80 series features an open layout with 370 square meters of living space across three decks, powered by twin 1,550hp MAN V12 engines reaching 35 knots.Allied Marine is coordinating the tour, with updates available through Pershing's social media channels. The itinerary highlights the yacht's coastal cruising capabilities along the Atlantic seaboard.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.Credits: Ferretti Group
June 20, 2025
Hargrave Superyachts has launched its new 38-meter tri-deck motor yacht, the Hargrave 125, from its Antalya, Turkey facility. The vessel, designated Project 125, will debut at the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival.With a 7.92-meter beam and 1.95-meter draft, the Bahamas-compliant design features a displacement hull optimized for long-range cruising. Stabilization systems operate both at anchor and underway. The 330GT interior maintains 2.2-meter ceiling heights throughout its 10-guest, 7-crew configuration.Power comes from twin Caterpillar C32 main engines with matching 75kW generators, delivering a 17-knot cruising speed. An ASEA power converter ensures global shore power compatibility. The yacht carries a 10-year structural warranty and equivalent coverage for main mechanical components.Hargrave includes a six-month management package with each sale. The vessel remains available for inspection ahead of its Cannes showing.Credits: Hargrave Custom Yachts
June 20, 2025
The Yacht Club Costa Smeralda is hosting the 2025 Swan One Design Worlds from June 17-21, featuring 35 teams from 30 nations competing across four one-design classes. The event marks the competitive debut of the ClubSwan 28 class alongside established ClubSwan 36, 42 and 50 fleets."The Swan One Design Worlds highlight the energy and camaraderie of the ClubSwan family," said Luisa Bambozzi, Managing Director of ClubSwan Racing. "Porto Cervo provides the ideal setting to combine world-class racing with vibrant shoreside activities."The regatta features defending champions in multiple classes, including Mamao (ClubSwan 36) and Nadir (ClubSwan 42). Notable entries include Leonardo Ferragamo's Cuordileone and Marcus Brennecke's Hatari in the ClubSwan 50 division. The newly introduced ClubSwan 28 class will compete for its first Gold Cup, with seven teams including youth entry NOX OCEANI featuring 13-year-old helmsman Giorgio Nocella.Giovanni Pomati, CEO of Nautor Swan, emphasized the event's community aspect: "This regatta represents the unity and international spirit that defines the ClubSwan family." The competition schedule allows for eight races per class (ten for ClubSwan 28), with Mistral winds expected for the final racing days.Social events include class dinners and an owners' reception at YCCS, culminating in Saturday's prize ceremony. The ClubSwan Academy continues its youth development program, providing young sailors access to competitive racing platforms.Nautor Swan was founded in 1966 in Pietarsaari, Finland. The builder entered the superyacht market in 1999. Since then, the yard has continued building high-performance sailing yachts in three different lines; ClubSwan, Swan Yachts and Maxi Swan Yachts. Credits: Nautor Swan
June 19, 2025