The 61st Genoa International Boat Show will start today and will continue till 21st September. The Ligurian capital will once again be hosting the Genoa International Boat Show from 16th to 21st September, organised by Confindustria Nautica – the Italian Marine Industry Association. The multi-specialised Show was working during Covid-19 pandemic in 2020. In 2021 online ticket sales for the event have seen an increase of 82% compared to sales confirmed at the same date in 2020.
What have the shipyards prepared for the show? Azimut Yachts is exhibiting 11 models. Among these, there are two novelties of the current nautical season that will be exhibited for the first time at a show in Italy: the cosmopolitan Azimut 68 and the family boat Azimut 53.
Azimut 53
There are three models representing the Flybridge Collection, in addition to the new Azimut 68 and Azimut 53: Azimut 50, Azimut 60, Azimut 60 Aft Galley, united by a perfect balance of elegance, innovation and quality craftsmanship.
The S Collection will feature S6 and S7, both with exterior styling and concept by Stefano Righini and interior design by Francesco Guida, S8, a 24-meter sportyacht with a high level of technological innovation, exterior lines by Alberto Mancini and interior design by Guida and the flagship of the Collection, Grande S10.
Riva 68' Diable
Ferretti Group promises two sensational premieres – the 68’ Diable, the Riva flagship created at the Sarnico shipyard and launched last July on Lake Iseo, and the Pershing 6X, the new jewel in the Pershing range that has won the hearts of everyone with its cuttingedge technology and performance.
Pershing 6X
On display alongside these high points, and available for visits on board by customers and enthusiasts, will be some of Ferretti Group’s most successful models, including the Ferretti Yachts 670 and Ferretti Yachts 720 flybridge yachts, the super yacht Custom Line Navetta 30, and the 48 Wallytender X, the outboard version of Wally’s innovative tender that made its European debut last May at the Venice Boat Show.
Predator 55 Evo
Sunseeker Italy will be showcasing the brand new Predator 55 Evo. The 17.05 m yacht has a completely redeveloped interior design. In the same way, on the outside, new inox details and profiles in carbon fibre underline the unmistakable lines that are typical of the Predator line-up, one of the six collections created by the British shipyard. The new Predator 55 Evo can host up to six people with the owner’s cabin at the centre of the boat and a guest cabin to bow. Running on a Volvo Penta of up to 1,450 Ps the model can reach a top speed of 32 knots.
SL90A
Sanlorenzo presents its flagship of the asymmetric line the SL120Asymmetric. The Sanlorenzo SL120A applies an asymmetric configuration only to the living area on the main deck to maintain the side deck on the starboard side. Among the model’s many other unique elements, the Sanlorenzo SL120A also features 15 sq. m of outdoor living area to bow which the owner can access from their own cabin and which can be equipped as a sundeck or with a hot tub which would replace the sofa to bow of the deckhouse and a 45 sq. m of beach club which, thanks to fold-out side terraces, offers a space that is also in direct contact with the sea. The range of 10 models also includes the new asymmetric SL90A, making its Italian debut.
Bluegame presents the whole fleet, fresh from the success welcomed on the docks at the Cannes Yachting Festival which just ended. Italian debut of the new BG72 flagship, a yacht that once again confirms the surpassing of traditional stereotypes and the crossover soul of the brand, whose models are not content to belong to just one category.
BG72
Accompanying the new arrival, the BGX70 and BGX60, the two models of the BGX range launched in 2019 that have surprised and garnered unanimous acclaim worldwide, and the BG42, the entry-level of the historic BG range.
Amer 120
Amer Yachts also shows its flagship, the new Amer 120. Measuring 35.64m in length and 7.40m in width, the Amer 120, built using a ground-breaking technique that allows for a reduction in fiberglass, is a “wide body” yacht, a layout that means the main deck can house all environments from the saloon to the owner’s cabin featuring particularly large volumes. The contemporary interiors are designed by Stefano Tini and can host up to 10 guests.
60 Sherpa
Arcadia Yachts brings two yachts representing their shipbuilding philosophy – the A85 and the Sherpa 60. Both offering a direct connection with the sea thanks to vast open spaces and glass borders which allow passengers to experience environments where they are immersed in nature, the A85 (28.91 metres), with which Arcadia Yachts made its debut onto the yachting scene, and the Sherpa 60 (18.67 metres) combine innovative engineering solutions with artisanal know-how, while always placing the owner at the centre of every construction decision.
Gran Turismo 45
Gran Turismo 45 is Beneteau’s brand new design, scheduled to be presented at the 61st Genoa International Boat Show. The 14.78m yachts is the latest express cruiser by Beneteau and is inspired by on board hospitality and functionality. Designed by Beneteau Powerboat and Andreani Design for the interiors, the new Gran Turismo 45 boasts large open spaces, a vast bathing platform and a cockpit equipped with a U-shaped sofa and a wet bar featuring a sink, a fridge and an ice machine. Beneteau’s brand new Gran Turismo 45 runs on two inboard 440 Hp engines.
Cranchi Settantotto
Cranchi Yachts exhibiting the brand’s new flagship design, the Settantotto. The 25m yacht is designed by a close collaboration between the Cranchi Yachts Research Centre and Christian Grande. Both on the main deck and on the fly, the Settantotto offers large open-air spaces while the interiors can house up to four cabins with an owner’s cabin that takes up the whole width at the centre of the model, two queen-size cabins, with a VIP cabin to bow, and a double cabin. Furnished with items from Cranchi Yachts’ Flexform collection, the Cranchi Atelier customisation system allows for ample personalisation. The Settantotto runs on three 1000 Hp Volvo Penta IPS 1350s.
Swan Shadow
Nautor’s Swan will present their new Swan Shadow, a walkaround that marks the Finnish shipyard with an Italian heart’s entry into the world of “powerboat”. Designed by Jarkko Jämsén and measuring 13.23m in length, the Swan Shadow, is five boats in one: a tender, a day cruiser, a chase boat, a fisherman but also a “limo-tender” thanks to the various configurations and spaces that allow for the highest degree of comfort along with easy and safe movement onboard.
TT280S
Invictus Yacht is set to present, as a world debut at the 61st Genoa International Boat Show the outboard version of one of the company’s most successful models: the Invictus TT280S. Measuring 8.87m in length and 2.94m in width, the Invictus TT280S in its FB version, a solution that allows for easier interventions on motors and broadens the useful space onboard with new storage areas freed up by the absence of a motor room, is designed by Christian Grande. The Invictus TT280S will run on two 250 Hp outboards.
Credits: Arcadia Yachts, Azimut Yachts, Invictus, Ferretti Group, Nautor's Swan, Sanlorenzo, Salone Nautico
The second hull of the Wallyrocket51 racing yacht sustained damage after being knocked from its cradle during strong winds at Cantiere Rossini in Pesaro on the evening of 20 August.Images of the incident, showing the boat on its side with a broken mast, circulated online and led to speculation regarding their authenticity. Commentators questioned the extent of the damage and the setup of the cradle, with some suggesting a storm had caused the accident.Alfonso Postorino, director of Cantiere Rossini, confirmed the cause. “First of all we are glad that nobody was injured,” he said. “The boat fell down when hit by a strong wind, with gusts above 50 knots, that caused several serious damages all around the city of Pesaro.”Postorino explained that the yacht was resting on a cradle supplied by the owner and noted that high-performance sailing boats are particularly vulnerable when ashore. “These kind of high performance sailing boats are subject to this type of accident when they are ashore, due to their light weight compared to the windage surface,” he said, adding that no other yachts in the yard were damaged and the facility’s painting sheds were unaffected.Cantiere Rossini specialises in yacht refit services, including repainting, and has capacity for up to ten 50-metre yachts on hardstanding and 12 berths for yachts up to 55 metres.The Wallyrocket51 is the first pure racing yacht developed by Wally, launched in October 2024. With a length of 15.5 metres and displacement of 6.3 tonnes, it was designed with Botin Partners for competitive racing under IRC and ORC rules. The model incorporates features such as a trim tab to improve upwind lift and reduce drag.Ferretti Group completed its full acquisition of Wally in July 2025. The Wallyrocket51 was promoted as capable of outperforming TP52s and positioned as a potential benchmark in one-design racing.Technical partners for the project include APM (keel), Cariboni (hydraulic systems), Southern Spars (rigs), Future Fibre (standing rigging), Harken (deck hardware) and Gurit (composite materials).Credits: Ocean Racing
August 22, 2025
Northrop & Johnson has announced the listing of the 31.52-meter custom-built sailing yacht Playmobil. Represented by broker Jochen Brill, the yacht is asking €2,975,000.Constructed for an experienced owner, Playmobil is described as combining performance with long-range cruising capability. According to the broker, she is designed for easy handling with a minimal crew and is suitable for private use. A condition survey carried out in July 2025 confirmed her operational condition, including upgraded systems and sails fitted in 2024.The yacht accommodates up to eight guests in four ensuite staterooms, including a full-beam owner’s suite, a VIP cabin and two guest cabins. Crew quarters consist of two separate cabins. The interior is arranged around an open-plan saloon and galley, with large windows providing natural light.On deck, the yacht features an aft lounge area and a shaded forward seating space. Her teak decks, rigging, sails and navigation systems have been upgraded or serviced within the past year. Equipment includes a Williams tender, two Yamaha SuperJet jet skis and an updated Raymarine touchscreen helm station.Playmobil is powered by twin Mercedes 311hp engines and supported by two Fischer Panda 25kW generators, a Newport watermaker and a hydraulic bow thruster. These systems were tested and verified during sea trials earlier in 2025.Credits: Northrop & Johnson
August 22, 2025
Antonini Navi has confirmed its participation in the Cannes Yachting Festival 2025, which will take place from 9 to 14 September. The La Spezia-based shipyard will be present at Vieux Port – Jetée Nord, Booth 163, where it will showcase updates on several ongoing projects.Visitors will be able to view photographs and videos detailing the progress of the Seamore 34 and Evo 31 yachts, both of which are under construction. The Seamore 34, sold to an experienced owner, is scheduled for delivery in the first quarter of 2026 and will be exhibited at the following year’s Cannes Yachting Festival.At the redesigned Antonini Navi stand, which now includes an outdoor area, scale models of current and future projects will be displayed. These include the Seamore 34, Lounge 43, Explorer 43, XPD 88 and the SUY 110. The latter, designed by Fulvio De Simoni, has been described as a modern interpretation of the Sport Utility Yacht, combining a sporty profile with explorer capabilities.Antonini Navi will also present details of its activities in the wider industry, including its role in the Blue Design Summit, a regional event connecting yachtbuilding, engineering and design sectors, and its past collaborations with Mercedes-Benz. Throughout the show, the Antonini Navi team will be available to provide information to clients, dealers and industry professionals.The shipyard was established in 2020 as a partnership between Gruppo Antonini SpA, an industrial company active in La Spezia since 1943, and industry veteran Aldo Manna. Antonini Navi is based in the Gulf of La Spezia, within the “Blue Mile” district that is home to several major yachtbuilders. Its facilities cover more than 33,000 square metres, with 4,200 square metres of covered space in two sheds, and four construction slots dedicated to yachts of up to 70 metres. The shipyard employs more than 200 people, including an in-house technical team with extensive shipbuilding experience, and offers services ranging from yacht construction to refits, after-sales, berthing and third-party production.Credits: Sculati & Partners SRL
August 22, 2025
Finland’s boating sector is showing signs of recovery after the decline that followed the pandemic, with registrations and used boat sales both increasing over the past year. As of July 2025, the national watercraft register listed 246,000 boats, an increase of 2,928 compared with the previous year. Of these, 214,000 were motorboats.According to the Finnish Marine Industries Federation (Finnboat), growth has been driven largely by the sale of previously unsold stock vessels, which do not appear in first registration statistics. “According to first registrations, the boating sector would appear to be at its lowest point this year. However, the sale of unsold stock boats has significantly boosted the total fleet size. These boats are not visible in the first registration statistics,” said Finnboat CEO Jarkko Pajusalo.Outboard-powered boats have led the growth, rising by more than 2,200 units. While first registrations of motorboats fell by 17 per cent, the total number of motorboats in the register rose by the same proportion. Pajusalo attributed this to the statistical definition of “new” boats as those built in the current or two previous years. He noted that the anomaly created by pandemic-era unsold boats is expected to resolve itself.The Helsinki In-Water Boat Show Uiva Flytande, held in Lauttasaari, Helsinki, drew nearly 11,000 visitors. Exhibitors reported cautious optimism among buyers, with strong interest in larger cruising yachts. Nine such yachts were on display, from builders including Lagoon, Hanse, Dehler, X-Yachts and Beneteau.Samuli Leisti of Ajola Yachts and Hansail said that 2025 is shaping up to be the strongest year in 15 years for his company, with several deals in progress and one new order signed. His brokerage firm Blue Ocean sold 80 used boats by August, exceeding last year’s total of 67. Antti Saarisalo, CEO of Ajola Yachts, also noted strong interest in sailing yachts, with onboard visits matching those of the larger Helsinki International Boat Show held in February.Manufacturers reported positive developments as well. Linex-Boat, builder of Nord Star yachts, highlighted international interest, with visitors from Estonia viewing the Nord Star 42+. Quarken Boats reported new export market openings and strong domestic activity, securing deals, arranging sea trials and issuing numerous offers during the event.Buster remained the leading brand in new motorboat registrations. According to Mercury Marine EMEA CEO Jussi Sepponen, the Finnish market is beginning to recover in line with European trends. “The marine industry often emerges from recessions later than other sectors. Now, however, it feels like we might even help pull the economy upward,” he said.The show also featured small-scale exhibitors, including sailmaker EfxSails, which presented sailmaking services and recycled sail products. “Sailmaking is a design profession, and part of the designer’s role is to understand the sailor’s true needs,” said EfxSails’s Matti Luhtala.The next Helsinki In-Water Boat Show Uiva Flytande will take place from 13 to 16 August 2026 in Lauttasaari. The Helsinki International Boat Show – Vene 26 Båt – will run from 6 to 15 February 2026 at Messukeskus, Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre.Credits: Yacht Harbour Archive
August 21, 2025
The 25-meter motor yacht African Wild Dog has been sold in-house at Ocean Independence, with broker Bob Friscia representing both the seller and the buyer.Built in carbon fibre composite and delivered in 2018 by Pershing, part of the Ferretti Group, African Wild Dog is the 18th hull of the Pershing 82 series. She is a Pershing 82 VHP (Very High Performance) model, designed by Fulvio De Simoni with naval architecture by the Ferretti Engineering Department.Accommodation is arranged for up to seven guests across three cabins, including an owner’s suite, a VIP double cabin, and a twin with an additional Pullman berth. Crew quarters allow for three staff. Interior features include a lower-deck media room and an open-plan main saloon with a sit-up bar forward, located just behind the triple helm seats.Exterior deck spaces include a sundeck with a secondary helm station, foredeck lounging and sunbathing areas, and a large aft sunpad. The aft deck connects to a swim platform and a transom garage.Powered by twin 2,638hp MTU engines, the 108GT yacht can reach a top speed of 52 knots and maintains a cruising speed of 40 knots.African Wild Dog was last asking €3,400,000.Credits: Yacht Harbour Archive
August 21, 2025