The Cannes Yachting Festival is officially opened. Here is a list of yachts worth visiting at Europe’s biggest on-water boat show. The 2022 Festival will be held until September 11 with more than 400 motorboats on show, including 135 world premieres.
Oceanic 143 Trideck
43.45m
Canados
The latest flagship of Canados’s Oceanic range was launched in July. The Oceanic line brings to the market the unique concept of an Explorer styled yacht in terms of design and range with much more than the 13 knots usual top speed offered by most explorers on the market. She is the result of an in-house design and engineering with interiors by Michela Reverberi Design from Rome. The Oceanic particular hull architecture, named by Canados Technical Office as “Displanning” was developed by the shipyard. The vessel features a short superstructure and a huge open aft deck, which is dedicated to fine dining and elegant lounging about, rather than the suite of tenders and water toys generally found aboard its intrepid cousins.
Custom Line 140
42.15m
Custom Line
Custom Line 140’ is the largest yacht ever built by Custom Line. It features a profoundly sporty aesthetic, as well as the highest standards of comfort for both owner and guests, excellent performance and superior technology, combining design, comfort and spaces never seen before. The elegant and powerful silhouette features generously sized hull windows, while the floor-to-ceiling glazing on deck offers direct contact with the water, emphasized by the open stern rails. The interiors are designed and built by Custom Line Atelier team of architects.
Maori 125
38.2m
Maori Yacht
The new Maori Yacht flagship was designed in full Maori style, maintaining the simplicity of Marco Ciampa’s work while still maximizing comfort through commodious interiors. Its body is fully realized with a fiberglass infusion which allows it to glide across the water. The yacht features large windows that outline the spaces spread across the three floors of interiors, all of which consist of a lounging area. Maori 125 has an estimated top speed of 18 knots and a range of 4,200 nautical miles.
B.Yond 37 Goga
37m
Benetti
Goga, the first of eight B.Yond models currently on order or under construction, was launched in July at a gala thrown by Benetti. The interiors of the superyacht were designed by Benetti architect Mauro Izzo. The model, created by Stefano Righini Design, was motivated by the idea of Paolo Vitelli, the founder and president of Azimut|Benetti Group, who desired a yacht with four decks and a modern yet potent aesthetic. Goga has a sophisticated internal layout that more closely resembles a 50-meter yacht than a 37-meter ship, making the most of the 395 GT of room.
Azimut Grande 36M
36m
Azimut
The all-new 35.2m Azimut Grande 36M features the exterior by Alberto Mancini and an interior made by Achille Salvagni Architetti. Her D2P Displacement to Planing Hull designed by Pierluigi Ausonio of Studio P.L.A.N.A. in conjunction with the Azimut Benetti R&D Center combines the comfort typical of a displacement hull with the performance of a planing hull and she has a significantly improved fuel efficiency. She can accommodate 10 guests across five cabins and features an innovative upper deck with single-level walkaround. In the center of this deck is located a sky lounge with sliding glass doors. The yacht also has a full beach club.
Oasis 34M
34.36m
Benetti
Benetti’s new Oasis 34M fiberglass superyacht brings the Oasis Deck® solution in a length of just 34 meters. Like her big sister, Oasis 40M, the yacht’s exterior styling is the work of UK firm RWD and the interiors are by Bonetti/Kozerski, the New York based architects. The yacht has an elegant vertical bow and a sleek outline that slopes gently down to the water, broken only by the wheelhouse with its vertical windscreen and the floor-to-ceiling windows. Oasis 34M spreads across three decks. She has a large sun deck with hard top, and multiple outdoor areas.
Lady Lene
34m
Van der Valk
The innovative 34m explorer combines a spirit of adventure with superyacht standards of comfort to embrace life on and close to the water. Her Fast Displacement hull, wave-piercing bow and Hull Vane transom wing offer a superb performance and major fuel savings. The superior stabilization of a gyro system at zero speed is combined with a fin system for rough passages. Lady Lene’s exterior was made by Guido de Groot Design, the expedition-style yacht will be fully wheelchair-accessible thanks to an elevator which connects all decks. Her sophisticated interior was designed by Carla Guilheim and Guido de Groot Design and includes an owner suite with an office, which is located on the lower deck as there are two doubles and one single cabin. The VIP suite is situated on the bridge deck.
SP110
33.53m
Sanlorenzo
With the new SP110 model, the first open coupé in the history of Sanlorenzo, the company entered the world of sports yachts. SP110 is created by Studio Zuccon International Project (exterior lines), Piero Lissoni (interiors), under the supervision of Tilli Antonelli. The first yacht in the SP – "Smart Performance" range, the SP110 aims to guarantee high performance with maximum energy efficiency thanks to a fractional propulsion system consisting of three significantly smaller engines with an optimal power-to-weight ratio. The use of various weight-saving solutions, such as the use of lightweight materials, further optimizes consumption and performance. The two-deck yacht is equipped with an energy recovery system that uses monocrystalline solar panels.
102 Corsaro Super
30.18m
Riva
A dazzlingly beautiful flybridge yacht, the new 102’ Corsaro Super spreads across three decks and can accommodate 10 guests across five cabins. The yacht has almost 100 sq. m of liveable open-air spaces, and 140 sq. m of glazing and glass surfaces that reduce the barriers to visual contact with the natural world around the yacht. One of the highlights of the new superyacht is the complete redesign of the stern area on the main deck. This entire space will be configured as an extended 35 sq. m beach club dedicated to conviviality and comfort.
Sunseeker 100 Yacht
29.85m
Sunseeker
The new Sunseeker 100 Yacht was launched in April 2022 and is set to surprise – every element has been carefully considered in meticulous detail. She features an elegant, powerful exterior. Her seamless flybridge sets a new era of Sunseeker’s design. A secluded private terrace, sunbathing hideaways, and generous ‘beach club’ are just a few of her remarkable features.
Azimut 30 Metri Magellano
29.6m
Azimut
The new Azimut flagship is designed by the same team as the previous mobel, Magellano 25 Metri. The exterior was styled by Ken Freivokh and the interior was made by Vincenzo De Cotiis. The new 30-meter yacht offers spacious, light-filled interiors that De Cotiis has successfully made intimate and inviting. The new Magellano spread across three decks. The design is inspired by the seamless contact with the sea, from the infinity terrace to the generous terrace on the upper deck for socializing and enjoying the pleasure of cruising in the open air. The huge windows – over 70 sq. m of glazed surfaces – also ensure uninterrupted visual continuity between the interior spaces and the surrounding natural environment.
Y9
27.4m
YYachts
At the Cannes Yachting Festival, German shipyard YYachts shows a brand new Y9. The yard’s newest flagship, the Y9, with a length of 27.40 m, presents the same volume of a 100ft yacht with a private owners’ apartment to offer maximum privacy, comfortable guest cabins and a large and flexible crew area. The yacht is a Bill Tripp design. The owner also wanted to have a noise free yacht at anchor. Therefore YYachts used solar panels at the sunroof plus hydro drives so that there is no need to use the generator at night. The interior of the Y9 was jointly developed by two design studios. Norm Architects from Copenhagen and Design Unlimited from Lymington combined their architectural and yachting experience and created a Scandinavian elegant look for the Y9 that follows the principle of "soft minimalism".
Lynx Crossover 27
27.4m
Lynx Yachts
Lynx Crossover 27, named Avontuur was built for the American owner. The vessel features naval architecture by the Alkmaar-based studio Diana Yacht Design and exterior design from the drawing boards of the Dutch studio Bernd Weel. Her interior was made by the French designer Franck Darnet. Avontuur offers three guest cabins and with the crew quarters also integrated into the guest space. Avontuur has a large light-filled main deck saloon, 70 sq. m main deck which transforms easily into a spacious entertainment area once the toys, an Air Nautique G23 and a five-meter RIB, are launched.
Ferretti 860
26.95m
Ferretti Yachts
Ferretti 860 is the result of collaboration between the Strategic Product Committee led by Mr. Piero Ferrari and the Ferretti Group Engineering Department. The yacht is the third yacht developed by architect Filippo Salvetti (exterior design) and Ideaitalia (interiors). Her features include the introduction of floor-to-ceiling windows and glass fashion plates, which punctuate the sleek, powerful silhouette and characterize the contours, and the windows in the hull and superstructure, which share the same family feeling as the brand’s latest models. The interior design is even more radical and striking, dominated by harmonious, flowing lines set off by several distinctive accents.
Grand Banks 85
27m
Grand Banks
The 26.58m Grand Banks 85 is the shipyard’s newest flagship. The GB85 is an ocean-going Bluewater cruiser that is also nimble with a shallow draft, making it equally suited for coastal cruising. Designed to travel efficiently at 21 knots for extended cruising, and easily handled by owner-operators, the internal configurations also accommodate spacious and impressive crew-quarters capabilities should that be the owners’ choice.
Sunreef 80 Eco
23.87m
Sunreef Yachts
The Sunreef 80 Eco is a modern eco-yacht. Among its distinguishing features is a revolutionary patented, composite-integrated system of solar panels built into the hull, superstructure, bimini and mast of the catamaran. This award-winning 80ft electric yacht is also capable of producing clean energy while under sail thanks to a state-of-the-art hydro-generation system.
Bering 70
23.58m
Bering Yachts
The updated Bering 70 yacht will be presented at the exhibition for the first time. The new B70 has a number of differences from the previous case: an additional 1.5 meters in overall length and an increase in its width by 1 meter. The yacht also received an alternative stateroom layout, with a spacious full-beam master stateroom located in the center and a large guest stateroom in the bow. Traditionally, Bering 70 will become a full-fledged stand open to guests.
Extra X76 Loft
23.4m
Palumbo Superyachts
The Extra X76 Loft naval architecture, as well as exterior design, of the newest X76 Loft, were created by the technical team of Palumbo Superyachts in collaboration with Guida Design. The interior is a creation of the Milan based studio Hot Lab. The direct connection with the sea is achieved through a generous 50 sq. m cockpit and the aft galley retractable window. All the on-board utilities can easily be powered by solar panels. The lower deck accommodates eight guests into four comfortable double cabins, of which the full-beam owner's cabin is located amidships.
Numarine 22XP
22m
Numarine
The Numarine 22XP is the entry level boat in the XP Series to date. The exterior and interior design were made by Can Yalman, while Umberto Tagliavini took care of the efficient naval architecture. The new yacht has almost all the same features as the 26XP but inside a 22 meter hull. The 22XP’s interior is among the most voluminous for a 70-footer out there on the market. The layout of the 22XP offers three or four spacious cabins, including a full-beam master suite.
Astondoa 677 Coupe
19.34m
Astondoa
Astondoa will unveil the 677 Coupe in Cannes. A model that defies the standards in its segment, is distinguished by its clean and sporty lines that flow along the length of the boat creating a suggestive and provocative profile. Its sensational interior capacity allows for three cabins with their private bathrooms and an optional fourth cabin. Its inverted bow, a hallmark of the Coupe range, as well as its large glass surfaces blend with the own lines of the boat, creating a unique silhouette that will captivate lovers of sporty sailing who are reluctant to do without luxury on board.
Prestige X60
18.91m
Prestige Yachts
Prestige Motor Yachts will present the Prestige X60. The yacht offers an exceptional level of comfort, with multiple areas for relaxation and an entirely open ‘infinity cockpit’ that affords incredible views of the ocean and creates easy access through a large electric sliding door to the saloon. She will be accompanied by Prestige M48 – the first power catamaran from Prestige Yachts.
Pirelli 50
15m
TecnoRib
Pirelli 50, the flagship of TecnoRib's Walkarounds line, will be unveiled at the Cannes Yachting Festival. The 15-meter walkaround designed by Mannerfelt Design Team will be featured along with a Pirelli 42 and two models of the Pirelli 35, respectively the model that won the Red Dot Design Awards 2022 and a second sterndrive model.
Evo R4 XT Walkaround
13m
Evo Yachts
Exactly a year after the official presentation of the yard’s flagship at the Cannes Yachting Festival, Evo Yachts is back with a new European preview: Evo R4 XT, a highly customized and appealing 13-meter walkaround. Evo R4XT walkaround is characterized by a new beach area with the full-custom multifunction stern platform developed by Besenzoni exclusively for the yard based on a design by Valerio Rivellini. This tender lift transformer – unheard of until now on a 40-footer – adds an extra meter in length to the boat and enables the entire length of the stern platform to fully submerge, facilitating access to the water or piers of any height in total safety and comfort.
Credits: Astondoa, Azimut, Benetti, Bering Yachts, Canados, Cannes Yachting Festival, Evo Yachts, Ferretti Yachts, Grand Banks, Lynx Yachts, Maori, Numarine, Palumbo Superyachts, Prestige Yachts, Sunreef Yachts, Van der Valk, YYachts
The Custom Line 50 superyacht has received the Miglio Blu Design Award 2025 in the "Living Innovation" category. The 50-meter aluminum yacht was recognized for its revolutionary interior layout during the Blue Design Summit in La Spezia.Judges highlighted the yacht's dedicated owner's deck featuring a 75-square-meter suite with private terrace, natural lighting solutions, and separated crew/guest circulation for privacy. The award acknowledges Custom Line's approach to combining aesthetic innovation with functional design in the semi-custom segment.The Ferretti Group brand continues to emphasize owner-centric layouts across its model range. The Custom Line 50 remains available for order through the company's global dealer network, though pricing and delivery timelines were not disclosed. This marks the third consecutive year a Ferretti Group product has received recognition at the Italian design awards.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
May 20, 2025
Italian shipyard CRN has handed over the 67-meter superyacht Amor à Vida to its owner following successful sea trials. The steel and aluminum vessel, previously known as Project Maranello, departed CRN's Ancona facility in early May for its maiden Mediterranean voyage.The six-deck yacht features exterior styling by Nuvolari Lenard and interior design by Valentina Zannier, developed in collaboration with the owner. Moran Yacht & Ship represented the owner throughout the construction process, overseeing technical evaluations and project coordination. Accommodation includes an owner's suite on the upper deck, a convertible VIP suite on the main deck, and five guest cabins on the lower deck, with a total capacity for 12 guests.Amor à Vida incorporates a hybrid propulsion system with two MTU 12V4000 M63 engines, achieving IMO Tier III emissions certification. The yacht reaches a maximum speed of 16 knots with a cruising speed of 15 knots. An advanced heat recovery system improves energy efficiency by repurposing waste heat for the yacht's pools and plumbing network.CRN's project team worked closely with the owner's representatives and subcontractors to execute the custom design, which emphasizes fuel efficiency through its hybrid power management. The delivery follows the 2024 launch of CRN's 72-meter Cloud 9 and precedes several scheduled 2025 completions at the Ancona shipyard. No construction timeline or cost details were disclosed.The yacht's delivery marks another full-custom project completion for CRN, continuing the Ferretti Group subsidiary's focus on bespoke superyacht construction. Amor à Vida will spend its inaugural season cruising Mediterranean destinations before potentially appearing at fall boat shows.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
May 20, 2025
UAE-based Enata Group has launched in-house production of jet turbines, marking the country's first domestic manufacturing capability in this sector. The company unveiled its 250N thrust turbine during the Make It In The Emirates 2025 forum, with a more powerful variant scheduled for Q3 2025 release.Initial production capacity stands at 300 units annually, scalable to 5,000 units by year-end. The turbines feature chevron exhaust designs for noise reduction and target both professional UAV manufacturers and RC model enthusiasts. Enata will allocate part of production to its own aerospace and marine products while supplying external clients."This launch strengthens our vertical integration strategy and responds to client demand," said Enata CEO Alois Vieujot. The company emphasizes quality control through complete in-house manufacturing at its UAE facility.No pricing or specific UAV applications were disclosed. The expansion follows Enata's established work in composite manufacturing for marine and aerospace sectors, though the group didn't specify investment figures for the turbine production line.The 250N model enters immediate availability as Enata positions itself as a B2B supplier for Middle Eastern aerospace markets. The company's production roadmap indicates potential military applications, though current specifications focus on commercial and recreational uses.The Enata Group is the international manufacturing group headquartered in United Arab Emirates, and the builder of the flying 9.8-meter carbon Foiler. The group’s primary businesses include three main areas of R&D and manufacturing: marine, aerospace and architecture. Credits: Enata Group
May 20, 2025
The 70-meter Benetti superyacht Alfa has completed an extensive refit at Lusben, the refit division of Azimut|Benetti Group. Originally delivered in 2020, the full-custom yacht underwent a complete renovation coordinated by Ocean Independence, with interior design by Mark Berryman Design.The technical scope included full repainting of the hull and owner deck with advanced protective coatings, along with the mandatory five-year survey of all major systems. Engineers conducted thorough inspections and servicing of stabilizers, propulsion shafts, engines, and generators. Mechanical upgrades featured new software for the forward crane allowing independent arm control, redesigned bollards, and optimized stern platform fittings for improved tender operations. Crew areas received attention with complete overhauls of the side ladder, stern passerelle, and swim ladder.André Mahr (Ocean Independence), Gianni Paladino (Lusben), Simone Rotili (PM Lusben), Alessio Centelli (Head of site Lusben Livorno)For interior spaces, the UK-based Mark Berryman Design studio preserved Alfa's original elegance while introducing contemporary elements. The main deck now features custom sofas with integrated chessboards, marble-clad tables with built-in fire pits, and redesigned wall panels. The owner's suite received new cabinetry and finishes, while four new bars were installed throughout the yacht, including a teppanyaki station on the skydeck. A striking wine cellar now occupies the portside corridor, transforming a transitional space into a design feature. The galley was completely reconfigured with new equipment and improved workflow."The work on Alfa perfectly embodies our 'life cycle' philosophy," said Gianni Paladino, Commercial Director of Lusben. "Supporting a Benetti yacht from launch through refit demonstrates our commitment to long-term value preservation."Ocean Independence's Anton Foord noted: "This relaunch represents months of dedicated work by skilled professionals. The attention to detail and quality craftsmanship are evident throughout the yacht."Captain Simon Johnson, André Mahr (Ocean Independence), Alessio Celli (Head of site Livorno), Simone Rotili (PM Lusben)Following the refit, Alfa will be available for Mediterranean charter this summer at €700,000 per week. The yacht maintains its original configuration for 12 guests and 18 crew across five decks, with the refit enhancing both technical systems and living spaces while preserving the vessel's signature indoor-outdoor flow.Lusben completed the complex project at its Livorno facility, with Project Manager Simone Rotili coordinating multiple technical and design teams. The shipyard did not disclose the total refit cost or duration. Alfa's return to service follows several other high-profile refit projects completed by Lusben in recent months, as the Azimut|Benetti Group continues expanding its refit capabilities.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: Ocean Independence
May 19, 2025
Azimut's Seadeck 7 has received the 2025 Miglio Blue Design Award in the "General Concept" category, recognizing its hybrid propulsion system and sustainable design approach. The award was presented during the Blue Design Summit at Teatro Civico in La Spezia, Italy.The 20-meter Seadeck 7 reduces CO₂ emissions by up to 40% compared to conventional yachts in its class through a full-hybrid Volvo Penta system, carbon fiber construction, and optimized naval architecture. The model introduces Azimut's "Gentle at Sea" philosophy, emphasizing connection with nature through design elements like the Fun Island - an open aft terrace eliminating barriers with the marine environment.Interiors by Matteo Thun & Antonio Rodriguez incorporate recycled and recyclable materials, establishing what the shipyard describes as a new design language for family motoryachts. The hybrid system marks Azimut's first application of electrification technology in this size segment.The Miglio Blue Design Award jury cited the Seadeck 7's integration of sustainable technologies with experiential design as key factors in their decision. Azimut has not disclosed production numbers or pricing for the model, which remains available for order through the brand's global dealer network.This recognition follows the Seadeck series' launch in 2024 as Azimut's most environmentally focused product line to date. The shipyard continues development of hybrid and alternative fuel systems across its range, with multiple projects scheduled for presentation at the 2025 Monaco Yacht Show.Azimut Yachts is an Azimut Benetti Group brand. With its Atlantis, Magellano Flybridge, S, Verve and Grande collections, Azimut offers the widest range of 10 to 40 meters.Credits: Azimut Yachts
May 19, 2025