The Monaco Yacht Show 2021 will take place from the 22nd utill 25th of September. Among the sixty or so superyachts, 37 are 2021 new deliveries unveiled by their builders in Monaco. Four new models of more than 70m in length. Yacht Harbour set the list of the most interesting ones, that will be showcased in Monaco.
Viva
94m
Feadship
The megayacht Viva, from the Dutch shipyard Feadship, is announced as the largest new build of the 2021 edition with her impressive 94m and hybrid propulsion system, as required by her owner. This will allow Viva to travel a comfortable 12 knots on diesel-electric power in the pristine areas the yacht is set to explore. The giant glass construction is a prominent feature in the remarkable exterior design by Feadship Studio De Voogt and Azure. They also obviously play a key role in the open beach-house-style interior by Peter Marino Architects.
Artefact
80m
Nobiskrug
The hybrid superyacht Artefact was built by Nobiskrug in 2019. Her recognisable exterior was made by Gregory C Marshall, while her interior was penned by Reymond Langton Design. Artefact is one of the world’s first superyachts to meet IMO Tier III emissions regulations. The solar panels and a large battery storage system allows the vessel to operate for a limited time with no use of internal combustion engines.
Victorious
85m
Akyacht
The brand-new explorer exterior was made by Michael Leach Design, the interior was penned by H2 Yacht Design. The bridge deck is dedicated to the owner offering an aft-facing cabin complete with a bathroom and walk-in wardrobe opening onto a private terrace with hot tub and walkaround sidedecks. There are two children's cabins too, a double and a twin. Five further guest suites on the main deck include a full-beam VIP suite, the lower deck has one double and three twin guest/children/staff cabins and an elevator serves bridge to lower decks. Among numerous entertainment spaces, the sun deck has a gentlemen's club with fireplace, wine cellar and humidor, lounge, dining and a terrace aft. Victorious also has a touch-and-go helipad, the upper deck's indoor and outdoor dining and forward observation lounge, main deck cinema and children's playroom, a huge 200 sq. m beach club with 77.5 sq. m pool, two lounge and bar areas, gym, full wellness spa and two sea terraces.
Tatiana
80m
Bilgin Yachts
Tatiana is the first of a series of three superyachts under construction at Bilgin Yachts, which characterizes the Turkish builder’s ambition to join the world's elite of yacht builders. Tatiana was built in accordance with the latest IMO Tier III standards and comes fitted with a special exhaust system for “100% clean air emissions," according to her builder. Tatiana's layout contains generous living areas, with a beach club and a huge spa. Accommodation is offered for up to 12 guests across eight staterooms. Her interior was made by H2 Yacht Design.
Polaris
70.2m
Rossinavi
Rossinavi will exhibit the largest construction in its history with ice explorer Polaris, ice explorer of 70.2m. This flagship project was launched this January and was designed inside and out by Team 4 Design. Polaris has been developed with an emphasis on yachting lifestyle, able to move from the warm waters of the Caribbean to the sub-zero conditions of Antarctica. The 70m explorer can accommodate twelve guests and seventeen crew members.
Resilience
65m
ISA Yachts
The elegant classic yacht Resilience was recently launched by ISA Yachts. With her 1400 GT, 65m Resilience has been superbly designed by Enrico Gobbi of Team for Design who also developed the interiors. She features two swimming pools (one with a countercurrent swimming system), gym, massage room with sea view, Turkish bath, outdoor cinema room, two jet skis and two tenders. The steel hull is combined to an aluminum superstructure and her layout has six cabins (plus a seventh convertible) including a full-beam owner's suite located forward on the main deck.
Cloud 9
61.5m
Sanlorenzo
The newest Sanlorenzo sauperyacht, Cloud 9 was penned by Francesco Paszkowski Design. She can accommodate 13 guests across seven cabins. She offers flexible guest spaces outside, a beach club open on three sides with lounge, bar, steam room, dayhead, gym equipment and natural light through the glass panels in the large main deck aft pool. A private owner's deck has a suite forward with access to a versatile foredeck terrace, also a touch-and-go helipad, with hot tub, a media sky lounge aft with a large TV for movie nights.
Time Off
55.5m
Damen Yachting
The support vessel Time Off is the ninth hull of the popular 55m YS 5009 design. Like her predecessor Gene Chaser, Time Off has a large multipurpose main deck hangar which is technically ready for stern A-frame installation and allows for a flexible deck layout. Time Off has a new accommodation layout for up to seven guests and four staff plus crew.
13800
55.5m
Lürssen
This year Lürssen will be displaying the latest delivery from the yard. Lürssen is known for manufacturing the largest yachts in the world but at the moment is targeting projects in the 55 to 75 meter range. Project 13800 is a first step in reestablishing the brand as a serious proposition for yachts in that size bracket as well. Designed by Bannenberg & Rowell, the fearless use of colours and textures as well as museum quality interior furniture pieces underline the approach of tremendous attention to detail – not only in the interior spaces but also in the technical areas.
Moskito
55m
Heesen Yachts
The 55m Moskito, YN 19255, previously known as Project Pollux, has a Gross Tonnage of 760 GT. Her muscular exterior lines were made by Omega Architects and are characterised by 'shark-tooth' superstructure overhangs and vertical windows. The design features the latest iteration of van Oossanen’s ultra-efficient Fast Displacement Hull Form. Powered by IMO III-compliant MTU 8V 4000 M63s, it offers frugal fuel consumption of just 150 litres per hour at 11 knots. Her interior design was made by London-based studio Bannenberg & Rowell.
Credits: Feadship, Rossinavi, Lürssen, Damen Yachting, Sanlorenzo, ISA Yachts, Bilgin Yachts, Nobiskrug, Akyacht
Florence-based designer Luca Dini presented at TEDxForteDeiMarmi on August 30, 2025, discussing intersections between yacht design and architecture. The founder of Luca Dini Design & Architecture delivered a speech titled "Beyond the waves: where yachting and architecture meet" during the event's third edition.Dini addressed connections between marine and terrestrial design, emphasizing sustainable approaches and hybrid spaces. His presentation referenced thirty years of professional experience integrating nautical design principles with architectural projects.The talk examined Sindalah Island in the Red Sea, a luxury destination master-planned by Dini's studio, as an example of convergence between marine and architectural design. Additional case studies included the Sydney Opera House and Denmark's Wave complex as structures demonstrating harmony between built environments and marine contexts.Dini stated: "Design is an act of cross-disciplinary sharing: between aesthetics and function, between nature and the built environment, between different cultures. It is also the expression of a quiet, conscious form of luxury, revealed through authentic materials, essential lines, and the attention to details."The presentation argued that yachts increasingly resemble floating architectures while urban projects incorporate design elements from marine environments. Dini emphasized material authenticity, craftsmanship, and functional aesthetics over ostentatious display in luxury design.TEDxForteDeiMarmi featured multiple speakers discussing innovation across various creative and technical fields. Dini's participation marked continued engagement between yacht design professionals and broader architectural discourse. Credits: Luca Dini Design & Architecture
September 1, 2025
The Horizon FD87 Skyline model Aqua Life has entered the brokerage market, representing one of the most popular designs from Horizon's Fast Displacement series. The 27-meter yacht has been maintained by a single owner since its construction and recently underwent professional refitting.Designed by Cor D. Rover, the vessel features an enclosed flybridge configuration that provides additional interior space uncommon in yachts of this length. The layout includes a main deck master suite and four guest cabins below deck (three doubles and one twin), plus separate crew accommodations for three personnel.Notable features include a beach club area with hydraulic swim platform, sofa, bar, refrigeration units, and television. The transom lifts to create an expanded waterside entertainment area. Outdoor spaces comprise forward seating with sunpads, and a bridge deck with bar, dining area, and davit crane for water toy deployment.The interior utilizes high-gloss cherry wood finishes throughout the main saloon, which features expansive windows and combined lounge/dining areas. The galley incorporates a high-low island partition allowing either open-concept entertaining or separated service operations.The enclosed flybridge creates a secondary interior lounge with navigation station and seating area, connected to outdoor spaces via sliding glass doors. Stabilization systems include zero-speed fin stabilizers for comfort both underway and at anchor.With a gross tonnage of 187 GT, Aqua Life offers volume exceeding many comparable yachts in its class. The Horizon FD87 model has been particularly noted for balancing interior volume with performance characteristics in the mid-range motor yacht segment.Horizon Yachts, the subsidiary company of Horizon Group, was co-founded in 1987 in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Since then, Horizon has become the leading Asian yacht brand in the luxury yacht market.Credits: Horizon Yachts
September 1, 2025
The 50-meter Heesen motor yacht Bijin has completed a comprehensive refit at Monaco Marine's La Seyne-sur-Mer facility. Formerly named Sibelle, the vessel was sold in October 2024 with Burgess representing the buyer and Ocean Independence the seller.The nine-month project involved exterior repainting from oyster white and grey to Matterhorn white with jet black accents and a red boot stripe. Interior updates focused on Japandi-inspired design elements blending Japanese minimalism with Scandinavian influences. Milan-based studio Hot Lab led the design in collaboration with Austrian contractors List GC.Hot Lab design director Enrico Lumini stated: "Their hands-on involvement and constructive approach were instrumental in helping us navigate challenges and complete the project within the established timeframe." The owners maintained an active role throughout the process, having previously worked with the design studio.Refit work concentrated on soft furnishings including beds, headboards, curtains, carpets, and loose furniture rather than structural modifications. The color palette shifted toward lighter tones and softer brown shades to create what the owner described as "an organic, naturally blending and appealing design" for guest relaxation.Originally delivered in 2015 with a Fast Displacement Hull Form design, Bijin received recognition at the 2016 World Superyacht Awards. The yacht accommodates 10 guests with an owner's suite featuring dual bathrooms serving as buffer zones before the main cabin.Monaco Marine project manager Augustin Fabre noted the refit met "the most demanding standards" for visual identity and functionality. The yacht will operate for both private use and charter in the Western Mediterranean, with initial seasons fully booked.The refit demonstrates continued market activity in large yacht refurbishment projects, particularly for well-maintained vessels requiring aesthetic updates rather than technical overhauls. The collaboration between ownership, design teams, and shipyard resulted in a nine-month completion timeline.Heesen Yachts is a Dutch ship building company that specializes in custom-built superyachts in aluminum and steel from 30m to 70m in size. Founded in 1978, it has launched more than 170 yachts since its inception.Credits: Viken Group
August 29, 2025
Azimut has developed Neuron, a fully digital yacht management system designed to streamline vessel operation and maintenance. The system was created by Azimut Technical Development in partnership with MDP Tech following a six-month trial installation aboard an Azimut Fly 53 model.Neuron enables remote monitoring and control of onboard systems including lighting, climate control, and entertainment through a customizable interface. The system reduces routine and extraordinary maintenance requirements by approximately 70% through continuous diagnostics and remote troubleshooting capabilities. According to the company, the technology allows after-sales technicians to perform system diagnostics while maintaining customer privacy protections.Technical specifications include a 50% reduction in wiring weight compared to conventional systems, freeing space for other functions. The plug-and-play architecture permits rapid component replacement, starting with control units. Power management features adjust electricity consumption based on real-time requirements.Azimut Technical Director Ruggero Gandolfi stated: "Neuron truly improves the owner's life, not only allowing them to monitor their vessel from home and directly manage certain systems with great ease, but also performing diagnostic tests and reducing unscheduled maintenance."The system is scheduled to become standard equipment on Azimut models up to 24 meters (80 feet) following final verification testing. The development represents Azimut's continued investment in digitalization projects aimed at enhancing owner experience and operational efficiency.Neuron's architecture incorporates risk analysis protocols to minimize system disruptions both at sea and in port. The technology will be rolled out across Azimut's production lines as part of the company's ongoing digital transformation initiatives in yacht manufacturing and support services.Azimut, founded in 1969 by Paolo Vitelli and part of the Azimut|Benetti Group, builds motor yachts from 42 to 144 feet across seven series. The company maintains production facilities in five Italian locations and one in Brazil, and has a global network of sales and service centres.Credits: Azimut
August 29, 2025
Italian yacht builder Sanlorenzo will display ten vessels with combined length of nearly 300 meters at the Cannes Yachting Festival from September 9-14, 2025. The exhibition will feature three global premieres: the SL110A, SX120, and SD132 models, representing expansions of the company's asymmetric, crossover, and semi-displacement yacht lines.SL110AThe 33-meter SL110A continues Sanlorenzo's asymmetrical design concept with a full-beam owner's suite featuring direct access to a forward pool area. Designed by Zuccon International Project with interiors by Piero Lissoni, the vessel reaches speeds up to 27 knots.The SX120 crossover model blends explorer yacht capabilities with flybridge amenities, featuring clean exterior lines and flexible interior layouts. The design maintains the brand's focus on challenging conventional yacht layouts while emphasizing connection to marine environments.SX120At 40.7 meters length, the SD132 becomes Sanlorenzo's largest composite-built yacht to date with 420 GT interior volume. Features include rotating beach club terraces, forward pool area, 85-square-meter flybridge, and side-launching tender garage. Zuccon International Project handled both exterior and interior design.Executive Chairman Massimo Perotti stated: "The Cannes Yachting Festival is a special opportunity for us to share our vision for the future of the industry and to showcase Sanlorenzo's extraordinary dynamism." CEO Tommaso Vincenzi added: "With these three new models, Sanlorenzo reaffirms its vision of yachting as a fine, elegant and responsible way of life."SD132Additional displayed models will include the SP92 from the Smart Performance line, SL86A and SL90A asymmetric yachts, SD90 and SD96 semi-displacement vessels, and SX100 and SX88 crossover designs. The exhibition coincides with the 20th anniversary of Massimo Perotti's leadership at Sanlorenzo.The company's subsidiary brands Bluegame and Nautor Swan will also exhibit new models at the festival, demonstrating the group's diversified product range across multiple yacht segments. Sanlorenzo's presentation occupies significant space in the Vieux-Port exhibition area, reflecting the company's expanded production capabilities across its Italian shipyards.Credits: Sanlorenzo
August 29, 2025