Tankoa Yachts has announced the launch of the T580 M/Y Diamond Binta, a 58-meter fully custom yacht. Sold in 2021, this vessel was designed for an experienced owner interested in extended voyages and high-end luxury.



The T580, named Diamond Binta, represents advanced custom yacht building. Its sporty lines were designed by Francesco Paszkowski, with interior design by Margherita Casprini. "This new yacht, our first 58 meters, is the result of years of collaboration between the Paszkowski studio and Tankoa," says Eva Orsi, President of Tankoa Yachts. "I am proud of this project, which represents an evolution from the owner’s previous 50-meter yacht M/Y Binta D'Or. Its timeless design combined with cutting-edge solutions is the result of teamwork between client, designers, and shipyard, blending elegance and functionality. This construction confirms Tankoa's reputation as a boutique shipyard.”



Key features of the T580 Diamond Binta include a forward helideck and a spacious aft beach club with fold-down bulwarks and a spa featuring a massage room. The fly deck includes a gym and a swimming pool, while the garage can accommodate two tenders, including a nine-meter limo tender. The yacht offers a master suite and five guest cabins, along with a panoramic corridor on the lower deck that connects the cabins directly to the beach area, passing through a viewable engine room.



Built with a steel hull and aluminum superstructure, the T580 Diamond Binta is scheduled for delivery by the end of July 2024. This yacht, showcasing Tankoa's dedication to bespoke craftsmanship, is set to debut at the Monaco Yacht Show 2024, followed by its maiden voyage through the Mediterranean.

Tankoa was founded in 2007 and began production in 2008. A true “boutique shipyard”, focused on building semi-custom and custom constructions 45-meter and up.

Credits: Leonardo Andreoni/Tankoa

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