Improve-it = Nordhavn 100

A brand new Nordhavn 100 was launched at Hong Kong in September as she undergoes final commissioning and prepares for her maiden voyage to the Philippines. Her American businessman owner has named her Safe Passage. Based on the Nordhavn 96 design, Safe Passage is the second N100 built but she differs dramatically from the first N100 which features a five-foot California cockpit and fishing deck extension built for the original buyer who was an avid fisherman.  Nordhavn's project manager Trever Smith said this second N100 is incorporated with a traditional cockpit for a grand outdoor entertaining space that also allows for interior space gains as well.

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Project: Cantiere delle Marche RAW 110

 

Cantiere delle Marche announce the keel laying of RAW 110.  Announced as a RAW 102 project in the fall of 2024, the project was extended by two meters aft to become the RAW 110 for the first in the new semi-custom series as designed by Giorgio M. Cassetta The keel laying of a yacht is a highly symbolic and significant milestone in the construction process, as it marks the moment when the vessel truly begins to take shape. The keel forms the structural backbone of the yacht, the very foundation upon which every other component will be built. In maritime tradition, this ceremony represents the birth of the ship, embodying the beginning of its journey from a design or dream into a tangible reality. It is often seen as the foundation of “everything,” symbolizing strength, stability, and the promise of the vessel’s future life at sea. RAW’s keel laying was no exception, and it was a deeply emotional and joyful private ceremony. When asked about the features that attracted him most, the Owner said that much appreciated was the refreshing aesthetics crafted by Cassetta, with whom an immediate affinity was felt. From a functional point of view, extremely generous liveable spaces and volumes, and the seamless connection between large indoor and outdoor spaces were winning points, alongside the yacht’s technical reliability. Among his early requests, already anticipated in the design, was the inclusion of a large tender and ample storage space for multiple toys at the bow. Additionally, he wanted to enjoy biking, his favorite sport, even while on holiday aboard his yacht. To accommodate this, several bicycles will be stored in a dedicated, easily accessible area on the aft beach, enclosed by bulwarks.

www.cantieredellemarche.it

Project: Van der Valk 48m Project ZEN

With the keel laid and construction underway Van der Valk preview it's largest build to date, the 48-metre Project ZEN Yard no. WV0149. Designed by Guido de Groot for exterior and Van Oossanen who do naval architecture, Project ZEN is to be an all aluminium build to RINA class standards and comes from a desire of a highly experienced owner, and is slated for a mid 2028 delivery. Guido de Groot and the owner inspired himself to sports cars, presenting a streamlined profile with a volume of over 499 Gross Tonnage This efficiency along with an impressive performance will be achieved by deploying Van Oossanen Naval Architects fast displacement hull form. An aft-mounted underwater foil called a Hull Vane will significantly reduce drag and fuel consumption while ensuring a transpacific range of over 4,400 nautical miles. The main aft deck flows to a large sea terrace with fold-down bulwarks opening on three sides. Retractable self-levelling swim stairs ensure easy access to and from the water. Electric sliding doors lead to a spacious toy store, fully equipped with eFoil boards, Seabobs, wakeboards and more. As befits a family yacht, a generous bow lounge offers a serene spot to enjoy the breeze underway or at anchor, while a spa pool is perfect for a sunset soak. The bow deck garage will house a MOB tender, with a 6.25-metre Williams DieselJet and jetski stored in a lower deck garage. An expansive split-level sundeck includes dedicated aft area for sunbathing and socialising. Beneath the hardtop forward is an open-air lounge with wet bar, grill, seating and alfresco dining. This emphasis on relaxed family living continues on the main deck, where the aft main salon flows into a welcoming country kitchen. The main deck offers a generous forward full-beam owner’s suite as well as a unique surprise: a full-beam wellness area featuring a gym to port and a yoga room to starboard. Other highlights in Project ZEN are the way large windows maintain a close connection to the sea, and the wide, gently sloping staircases. The interior style will be homey and casual chic with practical finishes. Van der Valk is to be powered by twin MAN 1450hp for top speeds up to seventeen knots and a cruise of sixteen.

www.vandervalkshipyard.com

New Model: Riva 112 Dolcevita Super

The name is a promise of superior well-being and comfort, combined with a deep sense of connection with the sea, here comes the new Riva 112’ Dolcevita Super, a flybridge super yacht that offers a new concept of life on board. An evolution of the Riva 110’ Dolcevita, one of the most highly acclaimed yachts in recent years, the 112’ Dolcevita Super is produced in La Spezia's Riva shipyard, where models from 21 to forty meters are produced. Like all Riva creations in the past thirty years, the 112 Dolcevita Super is designed by Mauro Micheli and Sergio Beretta of Officina Italiana Design. the studio that designs all Riva boats on an exclusive basis working in partnership with the Strategic Product Committee led by Piero Ferrari and the Ferretti Group Engineering Department. With a length over 34 meters, and a beam super to seven meters, the new 112’ Dolcevita Super has the sleek and assertive profile featured on all the latest the Riva flybridge yachts.  Redesigned spaces and increased dimensions: the numerous innovative solutions introduced on board are designed to provide guests with maximum functionality, extraordinary liveability and an increasingly emotional connection with the sea. The main strengths of the 112 Dolcevita Super in line with growing demand from owners, are the expansive outdoor spaces, where the concept of connection with the water finds its ultimate expression. The beach club in the stern, where an ultra-low 35-square-metre platform offers direct and easy access to the water, enhanced by two large bulwarks that swing out to form side terraces, increasing the size of the beach-club area. The central section of the beach club contains an extra-large sofa for lounging in the sun, with a ventilated storage space created behind it for the safe storage of two Seabobs, while the large garage under the sun pad can house a tender and a jet ski. The spacious 24-square-metre cockpit can be personalised across the board according to the owner’s tastes. Designed as a relaxation area overlooking the sea, it features two large sofas and is rounded out with freestanding furniture and a built-in unit. In the bow, as well as a large C-shaped sofa and an oversize sun pad, the owner can choose between another sofa or a Jacuzzi. The flybridge furnishings have been completely redesigned to maximise comfort: in the stern, the generous living area is decorated in a welcoming and versatile style with freestanding furniture, while in the central area a cocktail bar with stools and a TV with a hi-lo system face a large sofa with a low table. The interior spaces have also been optimised in a radical restyling. On the main deck, the lounge can be configured with two different layouts: the first, chosen for hull one, has the dining area aft and the lounge midships, while the second layout is more traditional, with the lounge area and generous sofas in the entry area and the dining area in the centre, a design solution that Riva 112’ Dolcevita Super shares with her three meter smaller sister 102 Corsaro Super. The master suite has been made even more special by original details, including a new wardrobe in the entry area and larger windows that let light flood in and offer a magnificent panoramic view. The dominant wood used in the interiors is high gloss rosewood, paired with decorative elements in the black hammered leather featured in the main lounge and master cabin detailing. There was a special focus during the design process on guests’ acoustic comfort. On the lower deck, for example, the bulkhead separating the crew area from the guest area; where the four VIP cabins with en suite bathrooms are located has been reinforced, and the flooring has been completely redesigned to further reduce vibrations and slamming. The standard version of the new Riva 112’ Dolcevita Super is fitted with two MTU  2638hp giving a top speed up to 25 knots and a cruise of 23 knots.  The same MTU can be optioned for with an SCR system for nitrogen oxide NOx reduction. Three dashboard configurations are available: standard with four Hatteland 19-inch monitors; premium with four 26-inch monitors, or twin 49-inch Boening monitors. Riva 112’ Dolcevita Super is equipped with two zero speed and underway stabilizer fins and Humphree interceptors.

Technical Data:

LOA - 34.38 m (112.9ft)

Hull Length - 34.2 m

Waterline Length - 29.4 m

Beam - 7.27 m

Draft - 2.07 m

Displacement -  150,000 kg loaded, 130,000 kg unloaded 

Fuel Capacity - 15,300 l

Water Capacity - 3000 l

Max Persons - twenty

Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins, four crew in two cabins

Engines - 2 x MTU 16V 2000 M97L 2638hp

Propulsion - line shafts

Speed - 25 knots max 23 cruise

Project - Mauro Micheli and Sergio Berretta of Officina Italiana, Ferretti Group engineering

www.riva-yacht.com

Project: Sanlorenzo 58Steel

Five years after redefining the language of steel yachts, Sanlorenzo writes the next chapter in its story of evolution with the debut of the 58Steel, a refined and extended successor to the acclaimed 57Steel. Featuring an all-new diesel-electric hybrid propulsion system and a reimagined concept of onboard space, 58Steel embodies the brand’s philosophy of elegance, proportion and innovation. This is superyacht design, not just made to measure but made for tomorrow. When Sanlorenzo launched its first steel yacht in 2010, it redefined expectations of what steel construction could be, combining strength with elegance, restraint and proportion. Today, the brand’s impressive steel line has become the most defined in the segment under two thousand Gross Tonnage segment. Now, the new 58Steel, designed by Zuccon for the exteriors, represents a further evolution of this legacy; one metre longer, yet infinitely more versatile. With a completely new platform, an expanded beam of just under eleven metres and the introduction of diesel-electric hybrid technology, enabling zero-emissions cruising, it unlocks greater space, efficiency and silence. While drawing inspiration from the 57Steel design, 58Steel evolves it completely, offering interior volumes comparable to those of a 64-meter mega yacht. Every aspect has been conceived with flexibility and personalisation in mind, offering an onboard experience tailored entirely around the owner’s lifestyle. Expansive volumes and customisable layouts deliver the comfort of a larger yacht, with two full-beam VIP cabins on the Lower deck and a Supreme VIP on the Main deck. The Upper deck transforms into a secluded owner’s sanctuary: a panoramic suite with pool, office, dressing area, and a lounge convertible into a private cinema, the perfect configuration also for charter purposes. At the stern, the beach club opens on three sides to create a floating terrace, complete with bar, hammam, gym, and beauty salon, a space designed for connection to the sea through light, silence and simplicity.  At the heart of the 58Steel lies a revolutionary diesel-electric propulsion system, the first of its kind in Sanlorenzo’s steel line. This new configuration marks a decisive step towards sustainability, reducing emissions by around 10% compared with conventional propulsion and enabling up to two hours of silent cruising or up to eight hours of zero-emissions hotel operation while at anchor. The system is based on five 425kW generators and a 1MWh capacity battery pack. Its modular design enhances efficiency and flexibility, while azimuthal pods with rotating propellers improve manoeuvrability and reduce vibration and noise. The entire engine room has been re-engineered to occupy a single deck, freeing up more than 40m² of additional space — a remarkable achievement that has been repurposed to expand the guest and beach areas.  As Sanlorenzo celebrates fifteen years of leadership in steel yacht design, the launch of 58Steel reaffirms the brand’s pioneering role in redefining the 55 to 60 metres segment. It stands as a testament to a philosophy where innovation and elegance are inseparable, where technology serves emotion, and craftsmanship meets conscience. 

www.sanlorenzoyacht.com

New Model: Marlow Voyager 90V

Marlow present the third act of its Voyager range, as it debuted the Voyager 90V in 2024. A blue water pocket super yacht, the Voyager 90V comes similar looking to the Marlow 100V flagship which arrived in 2019.  Marlow's Voyager debuted in 2010 with the 76 model, as a more modern line to its always standing Explorer line.  The 90V has optional features like the sky bridge, to the choice for a galley dining area forward of the main deck or a master stateroom.  Both these options; sky bridge and owners stateroom forward of the main deck were chosen in hull one.  Cabin layout is offered in four cabins layout, or five cabins if you  choose for an owners stateroom forward of the main deck.  A crew cabin sleeping two with lobby is offered aft.  The first Marlow Voyager 90 was powered by twin Cats 2000hp for speeds up to 25 knots, and a fast cruise of twenty knots, with a long range cruise of eleven knots giving like 3000 nautical miles range. If you want more speed Marlow can also power the Voyager 90 with twin Cats 2400hp for estimated speeds up to thirty knots.

Technical Data:

LOA - 29.56 m (97ft)

Beam - 6.85 m

Draft - 1.62 m

Displacement - 92986 kg

Fuel Capacity - 22712 l

Water Capacity - 1892 l

Accommodation - eight guests in four cabins, or ten guests in five cabins, 2 crew in one cabin

Engines - 2 x Cats C32B 2000hp, 2400hp option available

Propulsion - line shaft 

Speed - 25 knots max twenty knots cruise, 11 knots long range, thirty knots with Cats 2400hp

Range - one thousand nautical miles at eleven knots, 3000 nautical miles at eleven knots

Certification - NMMA using ABYC standard, CE and class available

www.marlowyachts.com

Project: Sunseeker 40M Superyacht

In recent times Sunseeker present the project for a forty meter super yacht at every important boat show, which does not materialize. The replacement for the 131 and 40 Metre Yacht, which together sold 32 hulls in a twelve years production run seems hard. After presenting two projects with the 135 Yacht at the Dusseldorf 2025 boat show, and a 133 Yacht project back in 2019 this time around Sunseeker present the 40M Superyacht project, bringing the partnership with Italian superyacht designer Francesco Paszkowski. The announcement was made during the Sunseeker press call at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2025, marking a significant moment in the brand’s continued evolution of yacht design and innovation. The collaboration brings together Sunseeker and renowned super yacht designer Paszkowski, celebrated globally for creating timeless and contemporary yachts of the highest calibre. Paszkowski is currently designing yachts for Baglietto where he started in 1994 and his name is now a trade very much connected to the 1854 founded today super yacht signature, and currently has design duties for Tankoa, and CDM.  Paszkowksi also won best Exterior Design at the World Superyacht Awards in 2009 with the Sanlorenzo 40 Alloy. The first Sunseeker partnership project is to be this new 40M Superyacht, with initial designs revealed. This highly anticipated superyacht will embody the shared vision of Sunseeker and Paszkowski, delivering a striking uniquely Sunseeker exterior profile and sophisticated interiors that balance elegance, performance, and comfort.  Among its standout features is a forward plunge pool that ingeniously transforms into a spacious seating area when drained, maximising versatility and entertainment space on board. 

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New Model: Azimut Grande 30M

Launching at the beginning of August and debuting at the 2025 Cannes boat show, the Grande 30M is the latest model from the large 25 meter plus Grande Series.  The Grande 30M bears the signature of Alberto Mancini, who designed the exterior lines, and the architecture studio m2atelier for the interiors. This marks the first collaboration between the two designers and introduces the Barefoot Luxury concept, developed by m2atelier for Azimut: an approach that reflects the vision of a new generation of owners, drawn to an informal and authentic lifestyle on board.  With the new Grande 30M, Azimut introduces major technological innovations. It is the first yacht to feature the twin MTU 1800hp with pod drives propulsion, which delivers a 15% increase in efficiency compared to traditional shaft line systems, thereby reducing fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions.  With this the Azimut Grande 30M is powered by twin 1800hp and thanks to this set up reaches speed up to 25 knots and a cruise of twenty knots. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 28.7 m (94.2ft)

Beam - 7.3 m

Draft - 2.02 m including propellers and pod drives

Displacement - 120.5 t loaded

Fuel Capacity - 12,000 l

Water Capacity - 2000 l

Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins, five crew in three cabins

Engines - 2 x MTU 1800hp

Propulsion - ZF Pod 4900 aft looking dual propeller pod drives

Speed - 25 knots max twenty cruise

Hull Shape - D2P displacement to planning

Construction - fiberglass and carbon fibre

Project - Alberto Mancini exterior, M2Atelier interior, Pierluigi Ausonio and Azimut naval architect 

Certification - RINA class pleasure

www.azimutyachts.com

New Launch: Van der Valk 35.00 M Hull no WV0147

Van der Valk Shipyard has launched the 35-metre hull number WV0147 titled as motor yacht Jangada, with sea trials scheduled to commence shortly. The super yacht represents the third collaboration between the yard and the same owner, following a predecessor that received a World Superyacht Award nomination in 2020. Designed by Nick Top and Guido de Groot, Jongert WB0147 features an additional deck compared to her predecessors while maintaining the elegant raised pilothouse profile that characterised the earlier builds. The exterior design employs graphic lines to integrate the increased volume into a cohesive aesthetic. The interior showcases whitewashed wood details combined with architectural functionality. The layout has been specifically configured to accommodate the owner's family lifestyle, with a full-beam master suite positioned on the main deck foredeck. Lower deck cabins have been tailored for the owner's children and grandchildren, while a dedicated gym provides alternative exercise options. Large glass surfaces in the main saloon, paired with high ceilings, create an open atmosphere and extensive sightlines. The wheelhouse lounge offers unobstructed views when at anchor, with dashboard screens designed to fold away discreetly. A notable engineering element is the four and a half metre jet-stream pool on the flybridge deck, with a capacity of 7,200 litres. The installation required a dedicated warm-water tank below the tender garage. The yacht's design emphasises separation between crew and guest areas, with comprehensive insulation planned to minimise noise transmission throughout the vessel.

Technical Data:

LOA - 35.87 n (117.6ft)

Waterline Length - 34.87 m

Beam - 8.50 m

Draft - 2.45 m

Displacement - 282 t

Fuel Capacity - 33920 l

Water Capacity - 5800 l

Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins, six/five crew in three cabins

Engines - 2 x MAN D2862LE427 900hp

Propulsion - line shaft with five bladed nibral propellers

Speed - fourteen knots max, thirteen cruise

Hull Shape - round bilge full displacement

Construction - hull in grade A steel,  Superstructure in aluminium AlMg4.5Mn H111

Project - Nick Top and Guido de Groot exterior and interior, Diana naval architect

Certification - Rina C✠ HULL • MACH; Y ch Short Range, Red Ensign Yacht code Part A

www.vandervalkshipyard.com

Project: Numarine 27XP

Numarine, the renowned builder of efficient explorer yachts presents the 27XP project. An evolution on her successful predecessor, the Numarine 26XP, of which thirty hulls are currently cruising oceans worldwide, the 27XP offers greater length, expanded volume and a creatively reimagined, flexible design. With an overall length of 27 metres, the elegantly designed explorer super yacht is instantly recognisable as a natural evolution of the XP series. Its sharp and commanding exterior lines are courtesy of Numarine’s collaborative designer, Can Yalman, who is also responsible for the vessel’s interiors. The 27XP’s robust naval architecture is by Umberto Tagliavini. Accommodation will be for eight or ten guests, plus two crew cabins for a four-person crew, the 27XP provides plenty of flexibility where layout is concerned. For owners seeking a five-cabin configuration, the 27XP provides a main deck VIP cabin, with three full VIP suites in total, alongside a dramatically expanded full-beam master suite below complete with a spacious bathroom and walk-in closet, and a generous additional guest cabin. All cabins benefit from oversized sea-view windows, immersing guests in natural light and establishing a clear connection with the ocean surroundings. When the four cabin option is chosen, the wheelhouse is placed on the main deck, in contrast with the five cabin option, which places its wheelhouse on an enclosed flybridge. The 27XP provides numerous upgrades compared to her predecessor, including an expanded galley and dining offering. In particular, the open kitchen concept creates a contemporary, social atmosphere, delivering a true ‘big yacht’ feel, notwithstanding the size of this pocket explorer. Designed to provide exceptional outdoor living, other standout areas on board include her raised bow lounge, where lounge seating has been elevated to provide clearer views of the horizon and surrounding nature, as well as her supersized flybridge. Even longer and wider than the one found on board the 26XP, the flybridge provides a phenomenal space for entertaining, relaxation and open-air enjoyment. Unsurprisingly for a builder renowned for the exploration capabilities of its yachts, the 27XP leaves nothing to be desired where performance is concerned. With power provided by twin MAN 560 engines, the 27XP has a top speed of 13.5 knots, a cruising speed of 10 knots and a maximum range of 2,200 nautical miles at eight knots. As an added bonus, she also offers the options of a completely enclosed, glass flydeck helm area, ensuring navigation and leisure in absolute comfort for voyages in cooler or more temperate climates.

www.numarine.com

Projects: Benetti B.Now 52M, Benetti B.Loft 58M

Benetti's steel legacy announces the two new projects for the B.Now 52M and the B.Loft 58M. Pictured above is the B.Now 52M project, with exteriors by RWD and interiors designed by Valentina Zannier. The B.Now 52M is a replacement and reinterpretation of the B.Now 50M, one of the most successful models in the family, which has sold 21 units in just a few years, an absolute record in this size category. The revolution stems from the desire to reimagine the spaces, not only by increasing the size of the hull, but also through innovative interior design that breaks with tradition to promote a harmonious flow between the various areas. The Oasis Deck® is 30% larger than the previous version, extending over a surface area of 130 square metres and extending a full 15 metres of space from the stern to the lounge entrance. The larger and completely redesigned pool incorporates a retractable cover system that transforms the area into a spacious platform on the water with a magical atmosphere. While the exterior has been redesigned to offer generous spaces, the real heart of the project can be found on the Main Deck: entering through the lounge door, a continuous 48-metre pathway extends right up to the panoramic bow terrace, offering uninterrupted views. Here, the layout amplifies the sense of space by eliminating the external starboard side corridor, which is now integrated within the interiors in a new solution featuring huge, glazed surfaces. The larger internal staircase, positioned in the centre of the new open space, becomes a design feature, while the dining room, now located at the bow, is flooded by light entering through floor-to-ceiling windows. On the Upper Deck, the elimination of the external staircase up to the terrace creates a new area entirely reserved for the owner; 110 square metres split between the master cabin and the private terrace.

The Benetti B.Loft 58M project is like its bigger seven meter B.Loft 65M sister designed by Giorgio Cassetta, retaining the distinctive features and contemporary architectural language inspired by large villas and modern lofts.  The experience on board starts with the Cabana, a shaded area that can be open or closed, right on the water's edge, offering a new and original interpretation of the beach club. The side wings swing out to create a 120-square-metre bathing platform stretching over fifteen metres wide. An indoor and outdoor space on the water, where the light reflecting from the pool on the terrace above envelops this convivial and relaxing setting.  The loft experience is characterised by the panoramic Sky Lounge on the Upper Deck, which extends across over seventy square metres and has a remarkable ceiling height of 3.5 metres. The large glass side walls offer an unobstructed view of the horizon, while a wide sliding door opens onto an outdoor area with sea views.  Both the sleek, elegant exterior styling and interiors featuring generous proportions and a wealth of functions are by Cassetta Yacht Designers.

www.benettiyachts.com

New Model: Maiora 36 Exuma

Maiora, a brand of Next Yacht Group that for over fifty years has embodied style, freedom and vision in living the sea, presents the 36 Exuma, a yacht that evolves the shipyard’s tradition by combining elegance, comfort, performance and generous volumes, standing out within its category. The 36 Exuma is conceived as a space to be lived, not just navigated: clean lines, premium materials and seamless continuity between interior and exterior define a coherent and functional layout. Enveloping curves shape an architecture designed to connect with those who experience the sea, offering a unique sense of harmony and authenticity. With a length of over 36 meters the 36 Exuma spreads comfort across four decks and comfortably accommodates up to twelve guests: the owner’s suite is located on the main deck, while four guest cabins; including a superior second master and a VIP are positioned on the lower deck with sea views. The crew quarters include three cabins for up to five people are located forward of the lower deck. The exterior lines of the 36 Exuma bear the signature of Quartostile, while the interior design was developed by the architecture firm Acube Design, resulting in a reinterpretation of lightness expressed in a fresh, distinctive language. Thanks to a triple MAN 2000hp with water jet the 36 Exuma delivers uncommon agility, with a maximum speed of 33 knots and a fast cruise of twenty knots, all this while ensuring impeccable cruising comfort with excellent levels of silence and absence of vibration. It expresses a strong and authoritative character through which Maiora carries forward its vision of a renewed contemporary yachting culture.

Technical Data:

LOA - 36.90 m (121ft)

Beam - 7.90 m

Draft - 1.45 m

Displacement - 180 t full load, 295 gt *volume

Fuel Capacity - 21,500 l

Water Capacity - 3000 l

Accommodation - ten/twelve guests in five cabins, five crew in three cabins

Engines - 3 x MAN V12 2000hp

Propulsion - 2 x MJP steerable water jet, 1 x MJP water jet fixed central booster

Speed - 33 knots max, twenty cruise, ten knots long range

Range - 650 nautical miles at twenty knots, 1150 nautical miles at ten knots

Project - Quartostile exterior, Acube interior

Certification - RINA – C ✠ HULL • MACH Y, Unrestricted Navigation (upon request)

www.maiora.it

Project: Sanlorenzo SHE 25.5 m

Sanlorenzo has presented an intriguing project as it presented the SHE 25.5 meter, a perfect execution and lesson how to bring the school of past yacht design gone by in the present and into the future. SHE is offered as an exclusive production, although no numbers have been given if it be will produced in two or ten units.  Probably Sanlorenzo is gauging interest from the project as it was announced.  Designed by Sanlorenzo lead designer since 2018 Bernardo Zuccon for exterior and Pierro Lissoni for interior, SHE is short for Sanlorenzo Heritage and gets inspiration and pays tribute to the sixties produced timeless classics that shaped that decade as the Sanlorenzo Super Garuda, but also other notable Italian classic's like the Baglietto Maiorca, Cantieri di Pisa Pegaso, and Picchiotti Mistal.  Zuccon evolved to perfection a style of yacht which was forgotten bringing the past into the future, with details as the raised cabin deck, and classic squared stern being distinct details of the SHE project. But beyond the exterior Sanlorenzo SHE is a yacht launched into the future powered by twin Volvo 1000hp coupled to the IPS pod drives hybrid electric system. This hybrid propulsion set up will give a twenty knots cruise speed and a nine knots electric only cruise. The hybrid system also gives a triple functionality; full-electric propulsion for quiet cruising, automatic battery recharge in less to an hour to full during diesel navigation enabling overnight stays without generator use, and a booster mode that adds electric thrust to diesel propulsion enhancing performance while reducing engine RPM. Adding to its green credit SHE is also to feature a special four meter bespoke carbon fibre build electric tender. As layout goes Sanlorenzo SHE will feature more then you think innovative exteriors and interiors. The classic stern, discreet and compact while navigating, opens at anchor transforming itself into a large sea-level terrace that expands the yacht’s spatial experience and reflects the customers’ demand for openness and versatility. The Main deck unfolds on a single level, free from physical barriers. The cockpit, spacious and adaptable, becoming a blank canvas for the owner to personalise, blending relaxation and conviviality with ease. The deck is finished with a sustainable synthetic reinterpretation of natural teak. Selected for its near-zero maintenance and a surface temperature reduced by up to four degrees centigrade, it delivers all these practical benefits without sacrificing timeless elegance. The superstructure is developed across two staggered levels. At the bow, a dedicated relaxation area with solarium is complemented by an up top Sun deck, where every function is calibrated to minimize visual impact and elevate the yacht’s skyline. SHE also offers the Smart Island system a modular outdoor composition allowing for flexible configurations both on the Sun deck and in the cockpit, without the need for fixed elements that would obstruct the transparency of the surrounding glazing. The interior layout is classic, with essential customisation options that allow the owner to tailor the onboard experience. The onboard architecture unfolds across three levels, including a raised mid level mezzanine acting as a connective hinge between the Main and Lower decks. At stern, the living area hosts a lounge, bar and helm station; a fluid, convivial space designed for both navigation and relaxation. The main salon, elevated and directly connected to the cockpit, features full-height glazing that provides a harmonious relationship with the sea. A sculptural circular staircase leads to the slightly lower mezzanine, which houses the dining area, directly linked to a spacious, fully equipped galley and the crew quarters located forward. This intermediate level benefits from natural light filtered through the superstructure’s glazing, creating a soft, atmospheric transition between spaces. The Lower deck accommodates a full-beam owner’s cabin at the stern, followed by a VIP cabin and a guest cabin, all en-suite and characterized by luminous interiors, refined materials and a sense of quiet precision. The crew area, located forward, includes two cabins for three crew members and a spacious, fully equipped galley. The Sanlorenzo SHE is gentleman's yacht of the past design, adding privacy and functionality, with clear separation between guest and service areas. 

www.sanlorenzoyacht.com

Project: Azimut Magellano 27M

Azimut present the Magellano 27M project. The 27M marks the start of the third generation of the Magellano Series emerging under the vision of Finish designer Jarkko Jämsén for the exteriors and AMDL CIRCLE and Michele De Lucchi for the interiors, who make their yachting debut with an unprecedented architectural loggia overlooking the sea. For the Magellano 27M exterior designer Jarkko Jämsén built the concept around a radical idea for a yacht living in-situ artwork, conceived not to dominate nature but to exist through it, her beauty revealed only in dialogue with the elements. Jamsen strips away the unnecessary and reveals the bare shape, with the Magellano 27M as a mirror where sea, sky, and light endlessly compose her surfaces. Jämsén’s architecture dances between engineering and fluidity, just as the industrial line, the loop traces its dance along the yacht’s profile, expressing a dual nature. On one side, precise engineering: the straight line of the corner, the industrial feel of the fillets, the calibrated dimensions that speak of technical mastery and high precision. On the other, fluidity and reflection: the surfaces surrounding the loop are deliberately pure and cleaned of excess, allowing complex curvatures to capture light and multiply the play of sea and sky. This tension between engineered clarity and sculptural softness creates a unique identity for the Magellano 27M: a yacht that is instantly recognizable, rigorously built, yet alive with natural beauty. Designed by AMDL CIRCLE and Michele De Lucchi the interiors of the Magellano 27M are rooted in a human truth: since the dawn of humankind, we have moved across lands and seas to discover, to connect, and to shape our future. The Magellano 27M honours this impulse, making the journey itself a place of meaning, identity, and self-discovery. At the heart of the project lies the main deck, conceived as a vast loggia over the sea: a space deeply glazed, immersed in light, and articulated by wooden architectural elements that evoke Mediterranean pergolas and patios. The result is an environment suspended between inside and out, a place where the landscape becomes part of daily life, and where design does not divide but filters, accompanies, and protects in continuity with nature. Natural light is treated as a material in its own right. It enters with intensity, as it does on the open sea, yet is softened and warmed by the extensive use of light wood that lines walls, ceilings, and furnishings. The outcome is a luminous and intimate setting, enveloping, where light vibrates and guides the gaze. Metal and wooden details complete the project with a sophisticated accent, where nature’s essence meets contemporary precision in an architecture of elegance, depth, and soul that resonates with Jämsén’s vision, where solidity melts into movement and rigor flows into grace. The Magellano 27M is to be powered by twin Man 1400hp or optional 1650hp, for top speeds up to 21 knots with the standard engines, and 24 with the large option.

www.azimutyachts.com

New Model: Bering B88

Bering has at the end of 2024 completed and launched its first B88 hull as sea trials were started, to commission the pocket super yacht to its owner in 2025. With a hull length of just under 24 meters, the Bering 88 offers simplified registration, reduced crew and compliance requirements, and greater operational flexibility. The Bering B88 offers over 164 squared meters of interior space, ensuring that all eight guests have plenty of room for entertainment and recreation and enjoy enough privacy when needed. A five person crew will benefit from spacious work and rest areas. The Bering B88 is powered by twin Cummins 450hp engines, for a top speed up to ten knots, and an eight knots cruise which gives a five thousand nautical mile range.

Technical Data:

LOA - 26.20 m (85.9ft)

Hull Length - 23.9 m

Waterline Length - 22.8 m 

Beam - 8.10 m

Draft - 2.40 m

Displacement - 225 t loaded

Fuel Capacity - 39,775 l

Water Capacity - 2962 l

Accommodation - eight guests in four cabins, five crew in three cabins

Engines - 2 x Cummins QSM11 450hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - ten knots max, eight knots cruise

Range - five thousand nautical miles at eight knots

Hull Shape - full displacement

Construction - steel hull, aluminium super structure

Certification - CE A, class standard available on request

www.beringyachts.com

Project: Benetti B.Neos 40m

During the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival Benetti presented the B.Neos project, a reportedly but not confirmed forty meter super yacht concept.  B.Neos embraces the proportions and silence of sailing yachts, favouring instead the pleasure of the essential and beauty of simplicity.  Coming from the Greek word néos, meaning new young and fresh the Benetti B.Neos is designed by Malcolm McKeon for exteriors who brings classic chic lines, with interiors by Francesca Muzio FM Architettura. Both the designers focused in offering a motor yacht with fluid lines and spaces, and an intelligent layout embracing classicality with a modern twist. B.Neos focuses on a new generation of owners, a philosophy for a smart yacht, technological, unconventional, that redefines the traditional codes of super yachts.  Instead of the relentless pursuit of volume, see no wide body main deck, with a smooth S-shear line B.Neos offers an intelligent distribution of space, designed for an owner who rejects the superfluous in favour of a more direct and functional experience, where technology makes it possible to enjoy silence thanks the standard hybrid propulsion.  So far it is not understood if a Benetti B.Neos is under construction, or this was an offered inbuild project, with technical details beside the designers name, and hybrid type propulsion being the only information provided.  Also it is not reported if the Benetti B.Neos is to be build of fiberglass, aluminium, or steel.

www.benettiyachts.it

Project: Princess 106 Odyssey

Princess Yachts, the UK’s largest luxury yacht manufacturer, has announced its return to the thirty meters plus superyacht segment with the announcement of the 106 Odyssey project at the 2025 Monaco Yacht Show.  A bit of Princess super yachting history, the Plymouth yacht builder entered 24 meters plus sizes in 2001 when it launched the 25M, this was followed by always expanding sizes and under one hundred foot for a decade, that is when Princess buys part of the Devonport Naval Base in 2011, and enters thirty meters plus sizes in that same year debuting the 32M.  The 32M is followed by the largest Princess to date, the 40M, and then by the smaller 35M and 30M.  In total 38 yachts were build in eight years over thirty meters with the most successful being the 30M sold in fifteen units, and the 35M the least as it was delivered in seven hulls.  The 106 Odyssey marks the return for Princess in the thirty meter plus segment after an absence since 2019, and is the first model in a forthcoming range of larger yachts with a more ship like exploring presence, unlike the previous M range which had sleek modern lines. The 106 Odyssey is a super yacht designed to deliver more volume to square meter for its size, and will offer numerous interior configurations, possible from an innovative layout, and a range of optional packages to ensure customer choice is both simplified and wide-ranging. Princess say the 106 Odyssey is engineered for distance and long range, although thus far with this first project announcement they have advised no distance capability details, but they are saying it will feature a hybrid fast displacement hull.  As layout goes the main deck features an expansive cockpit and transom with flexible furniture and drop-down balconies designed to adapt effortlessly to every occasion. The owner’s suite includes a private lounge or ante-room, a dressing area, and a spa-inspired en-suite bathroom, while the upper deck offers configurable layouts with bespoke furniture options, an optional spa bath, and floor-to-ceiling windows and skylights that create a bright, airy sanctuary. The lower deck is to feature a full-beam VIP stateroom that can be transformed into two en suite double cabins, providing up to four elegant guest cabins in total. Crew quarters are located forward and include three cabins for five crew members, including a private Captain’s cabin and a welcoming crew mess. 

www.princessyachts.com

New Launch: Alia 53m ALY531

Alia Yachts has at the start of 2025 completed another exceptional custom yacht in the form of the 53m hull number ALY531 and code during build as Project Sea Club, and now renamed as m/y Limerence. The owner took delivery of the finished yacht in January after a demanding construction process that was only possible thanks to exemplary teamwork from designers, suppliers, owner’s rep, and Alia Yachts.  Alia Yachts ALY531 is totally unique in the truest sense, with every detail developed specifically for a new breed of yacht. The concept born as a support vessel quickly evolved into an utilitarian steel and aluminium project capable of carrying a treasure-chest of toys but also boasting superyacht standard guest accommodation and seductive open deck space. It also had to be efficient to operate, with a fast, sea-kindly hull and a truly oceanic range for off-the-grid exploration and fun. To achieve this complex balancing act meant making Limerence far more than just a voluminous custom support vessel. It required a robust vessel built to exacting superyacht standards that was able to fulfil the role of entertaining and accommodating guests in multiple social spaces. To that end, she has two guest cabins and a larger master suite that can sleep up to six guests altogether. Then there’s the comfortable, stylish saloon, a stunning aft deck lounging and dining area and a supercool sundeck with a bar and loungers - not to mention the huge beach club just above the water. But the ace up the sleeve of this design, which comes from the pen of Azure Design & Naval Architecture, is the unique raised aft deck, which doubles as a fully certified helicopter deck for an Airbus H145 and as a huge entertainment space. Not only can it bunker and secure the chopper, but with the aircraft away, it serves for large gatherings, extended lounging and even as a dancefloor. What is more, the flush lighting means that the deck can be converted for use as a volleyball or basketball court with a net wall around the outside. Alia Yachts 53 meter ALY531 full complement of toys makes for an eyewatering list. Besides the Airbus helicopter and Triton 660/7 submersible, there is a 13m custom guest launch also built by Alia, an 8.2m custom Cockwells beach lander and a 6.1m Ski Nautique waterskiing boat. Sailing boats are not neglected, either, with two RS Teras and two RS Cat 14s stored aboard. There is still plenty of room for smaller toys, too, including two 230hp Sea-Doo WakePros, two Yamaha Superjets and two Seabobs. There are foiling flight boards and jet boards, stand-up paddle boards, pedal boards, tandem kayaks and a host of boards and skis for towing. All that in addition to a dive shop, an enormous inflatable beach park and a survivor obstacle course.

Technical Data:

LOA - 52.50 m (172.3ft)

Beam - 8.60 m

Draft - 2.40 m

Displacement - 499 gt *volume

Fuel Capacity - 

Accommodation - eight guests in four cabins, twelve crew in six cabins

Engines - 2 x C32 Acert C 1300hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - fifteen knots max, twelve cruise

Range - up to four thousand nautical miles

Hull Shape - full displacement

Construction - steel hull, aluminium super structure

Project - Azure exterior

Certification - Lloyds register

www.aliayachts.com

Project: Custom Line Saetta 128

Custom Line present the project for the Saetta 128 model, which is set to arrive in 2026.  The Custom Line Saetta 128 will also present a couple news.  First is that from now on the planning line is to be called Saetta, and second is that design comes from SY Design of Veronica Yien and Matteo Sassone, who take over from Francesco Paszkowki who has designed the planning Custom Line from 2017, debuting with the 120, and followed it with the two other 106 and 140 models.  Teased in summer first as the Custom Line 125 and a replacement to the 120, following the Cannes Yachting Festival Ferretti Group renamed the model to the Saetta 128.  Saetta which translates to lightning bolt in English is also from this fall to be used for the current three 32 to 42 meters planning hull models.  With the Saetta 128, SY Design follows the Paszkowski lines but adds a broken shear which integrates into the glazing of the forward wide body and into the straight lines of the upper deck, with the large profile window mimicking the yacht's side profile.  The Custom Line Saetta 128 will have an interior designed by Antonio Citterio and Patricia Viel who present a five suites layout; owners room forward of the main deck, and four guest suites on the lower deck.  Crew accommodation is for eight in four cabins.  Power will come from twin MTU 2638hp for top speeds up to 22 knots, a fast cruise of nineteen, and a one thousand nautical miles range at eleven knots.

www.customline-yacht.com

New Model: Arcadia A80

The first unit of the new Arcadia A80 launched in September was presented at the Cannes 2025 yachting festival. The Arcadia A80 redefines the standards in the under-24-metre segment, offering features previously unthinkable in this size category and ensuring maximum cruising freedom in compliance with new regulations introduced to protect Posidonia Oceanica. In parallel with the launch of the first hull, Arcadia announced the sale of hull number three, with delivery to a repeat customer planned for the 2026 season, confirming the appeal of the A80, and that it is a huge success.  The Arcadia A80 represents a step change in the segment up to 24 metres, is the shipyard’s response to owners’ desire to freely explore the most highly valued marine areas in the Mediterranean, in full compliance with environmental regulations designed to protect Posidonia Oceanica. With a length overall of just under 25 metres, the A80 is positioned as a true game changer on the international yachting scene, offering a combination of features not previously available all together in this market segment: the widebody configuration results in interior volumes comparable with larger yachts, while the layout is designed to maximise comfort and privacy. One of the yacht’s main strengths is the interior layout, offering a master suite on the Main Deck with prime sea views under 24 meters.  The only other yacht with such a feature is the Wally Why150.  The master stateroom also features direct access to the social areas, while the four guest cabins on the lower deck ensure maximum privacy and comfort. The four crew members are accommodated in two double cabins, each with its own toilet, and have a dedicated crew mess. The stern garage, with space for a tender or water toys, completes an offering that redefines standards in the segment, combining compact dimensions with the features of a superyacht. Imprinted with Arcadia’s DNA, the new A80 integrates leading-edge environmental sustainability solutions, including latest-generation solar panels which deliver 4.3 kw of energy and optimised energy management systems.  The Arcadia A80 is standard powered by twin Volvo 900hp engines with IPS pod propulsion for speeds up to nineteen knots, with larger optional 1000hp engines giving an extra two knots more of top speed and cruise.

Technical Data:

LOA - 23.98 m (78ft)

Hull Length - 23.9 m

Waterline Length - 22.2 m

Beam - 6.95 m

Draft - 1.74 m

Displacement - 78 t full load, 131 gt *volume

Fuel Capacity - 8100 l

Water Capacity - 2000 l

Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins, four crew in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D13 900hp, D13 1000hp

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking dual propeller IPS pod drives

Speed - nineteen knots max sixteen cruise with 900hp, 21 max eighteen cruise with 1000hp

Hull Shape - semi displacement

www.arcadiayachts.com