The 2021 Cannes Yachting Festival has been a long time coming and there is a huge backlog of new boats lining up to make their debut. We have picked out five boats under 25m that are really worth your attention.
Y72
22.8m Princess
Worldwide premiere
The Y72 joins the award-winning motor yacht range. She is designed by the Princess Design Studio in collaboration with naval architects Olesinski and Italian design house, Pininfarina. Featuring beautifully sculpted exterior forms, she is fitted with expansive full-length hull windows, also seen on the Y95. Indoor and outdoor living areas are optimised to create sociable yet practical spaces. She is designed for outdoor living, with an optional extended hardtop with electric opening louvered roof section or glass panel, to allow the sunlight in as you embark on your voyage. She can accommodate six guests across three beautifully appointed guest cabins filled with light from the full-length hull glazing. A dedicated staircase leads from the main deck to the full-beam owner’s stateroom amidships, via a private lobby area connected to the saloon. She has a maximum speed of 34 knots.
BG72
22.71m Bluegame
World premiere
The new BG72 is the first open powerboat available on the market that definitely rivals flybridge yachts, having interior areas equally comfortable. She has the shorter enclosed wheelhouse and wide-open upper deck of the rest of the BG range, and features the naval architecture by Lou Codega. She features the values of the brand and offers a high performance hull – comfortable, safe, maneuver.
Z72
22m Zeelander Yachts
European debut
The renowned Dutch shipyard will display two yachts, including the very first public appearance in Europe for the 22m flagship Zeelander Z72. Fifth unit of the model and the first Z72 sold to Europe, specifically to an Italian owner, while the previous four went to the United States. The yacht is customized to the client’s needs. She has three cabins on the lower deck, a spacious main deck saloon with huge windows and panoramic views, and a wide alfresco social area while a 10 sq. m beach club is another strong highlight of this model. The performance of the yacht is sporty thanks to the triple 1,000 horsepower fuel efficient Volvo IPS 1350 engines. The Z72 reaches 40 knots and benefits from the Volvo Penta integrated joystick system to improve manoeuvrability.
As5
17.35m Astondoa
World premiere
The As5 is a second model in shipyard high-end AS range. The As5 is now the maximum exponent of customisation in its range, offering multiple configurations to suit the owner’s taste. It is possible to opt for a sportier version without a hard top, or with hard top if the client prioritises elegance and practicality. The interior design of the As5 is a twist on Astondoa’s craftsmanship techniques in which details and elements that surprise at first. She has a spacious living-dining room. The bridge is very bright thanks to the large glass area that surrounds it. The ergonomic Helm Station, inspired by the most avant-garde sports car models, does not go unnoticed. On the lower deck, the rest areas are owner’s cabin, mid-length and full beam and two cabins for passenger accommodation. She can reach 32 knots.
Azimut 53
16.7m Azimut
Worldwide premiere
This new yacht will compete in the Azimut Yachts mid-range Flybridge market segment, and her flowing lines hide surprisingly spacious interiors, making her perfect for a family who wants to enjoy long cruises in total comfort. The sophisticated exterior design is made by Alberto Mancini. The elegant interiors are designed in a contemporary style by the Azimut Style Office. The very spacious interiors make it perfect for a family that enjoys long cruises. The naval architecture developed by the Azimut-Benetti R&D team, combined with the choice of a propulsion system featuring two Volvo Penta IPS 950s, ensures not only more volume on board, but also comfort, efficiency and manoeuvrability. The two engines deliver a top speed of 31 knots and a cruising speed of 27 knots, significantly reducing consumption and noise and making mooring operations even simpler.
Credits: Azimut Yachts, Princess Yachts, Astondoa, Bluegame, Onne Van der Wal/Zeelander, Abracadabra Studios/Yachting Festival Cannes