| LOA | 23.98 m |
| LWL | 21.60 m |
| MAX BEAM | 6.20 m |
| DRAFT | Fixed keel 3.50 m |
| UNLADEN DISPLACEMENT | 39,700 kg |
| CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL – HULL | Sandwich with glass fabrics, with carbon reinforcements, impregnated with vacuum epoxy resin, and with unidirectional carbon reinforcements in the high load areas. |
| CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL – DECK | Carbon fibre sandwich, impregnated with vacuum epoxy resin. |
| BALLAST | around 11.780 kg (fixed keel) |
| SAIL AREA | I = 30.20 m J = 8.40 m P = 29.40 m E = 10.80 m |
| SAIL AREA 100% (indicative) | ca. 326 mq |
| FUEL TANK | 2.000 l |
| WATER TANK | 1,300 l |
| WATERMAKER | 1 x Shenker Modular circa 150 l/h, 220V (OPTIONAL) |
| AUXILIARY ENGINE | YANMAR 4LHA DTP 230 HP @ 3300 RPM |
| GENERATOR | Onan 17.5 kW QD MDKBN 50 hz (OPTIONAL) |
| BATTERIES | 1200Ah 24V (12 x 12V, 200 Ah) |
| GENERAL CONCEPT | Advanced Yachts |
| INTERIOR & EXTERIOR STYLING | Nauta Yachts |
| DESIGNER | Reichel-Pugh Yacht Design |
| STRUCTURIST | Sp Gurit |
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]]>Baglietto confirms its presence at the Monaco Yacht Show 2025 with two of its most iconic vessels: the DOM133 designed by Stefano Vafiadis and the T52 created by the Francesco Paszkowski Design studio. These models represent the excellence of the shipyard based in La Spezia and have achieved remarkable success on the international market.
To date, 9 units of the T52 and as many as 12 units of the DOM133 have been sold, a result that highlights the shipyard’s ability to maintain strong global leadership by offering products that combine design, technology, and performance without ever betraying the brand’s DNA — a perfect balance between modernity and tradition, style and timeless elegance.
It has been a particularly significant year for Baglietto, with 7 yachts launched ranging from 35 to 52 meters and just as many scheduled for delivery within the year.
Every Baglietto yacht is designed and built to precisely meet the owner’s wishes, confirming the artisanal approach and attention to detail that have always distinguished the brand. A key feature of Baglietto’s production is the high level of customization, which defines not only its full-custom projects but also its range yachts.
“Our presence at the Monaco Yacht Show 2025 with two iconic models like the DOM133 and the T52 is not only a source of pride for us, but also a confirmation of the trust the international market continues to place in our work – says Fabio Ermetto, CCO of Baglietto – The commercial success of these lines, together with the various full-custom projects currently under construction, demonstrates our ability to understand and anticipate the needs of the most demanding owners, offering solutions that combine innovation, style, and a strong Italian identity”.
Baglietto is a shipyard constantly seeking a balance between tradition and innovation, between classic and contemporary, between engineering and aesthetics. Balance as a synonym for harmony — both tangible and perceived — defines a shipyard that, over time, has managed to innovate without ever betraying its roots.
DOM133 BAGLIETTO
Modern and captivating lines inspired by the automotive world, combined with extraordinary and unique volumes for yachts of this size. The choice of aluminum as the construction material offers not only greater comfort and quality but also significant flexibility and the possibility of modifications, allowing for a high level of customization.
T52 BAGLIETTO
The T52 features unique characteristics that perfectly meet the demands of today’s market. The lines, designed by Francesco Paszkowski Design, draw on the classic stylistic elements of Baglietto’s traditional steel displacement yachts under 500GT, while offering a contemporary flavor, unique in style and marked by a strong, distinctive personality. It also offers the option of hybrid propulsion, enabling more efficient cruising aimed at reducing both fuel consumption and environmental impact.
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]]>A fleet of no less than 120 superyachts, half of which will be world premieres. The Monaco Yacht Show 2025 is set to welcome visitors with a historic record of spectacular vessels. From September 24 to 27, 2025, against the iconic backdrop of Port Hercule in the Principality of Monaco, guests will be able to admire an unmatched display selected by the industry’s top players. Alongside the superyachts, around 60 luxury tenders will also be on show, confirming that the Monaco Yacht Show 2025 is a must-attend event for buyers, investors, and yachting enthusiasts.
The Monaco Yacht Show 2025 in detail
Ranging in size from 24 to over 110 metres, the yachts on display at the 34th edition of the show represent the cutting edge of the yachting world: sophisticated design, technological innovation, extreme customization, and a growing commitment to environmental sustainability. Last year, the value of the fleet on display exceeded €4.5 billion, and the Monaco Yacht Show 2025 is set to break that record as well.
The event brings the global yachting market together in one place, offering clients a valuable advantage in terms of time savings and optimal efficiency in identifying the yachts that meet their expectations and organising onboard visits—without the need to make multiple trips to shipyards and marinas around the world.
As an international launch platform, the Monaco Yacht Show 2025 attracts the world’s leading shipyards and a global clientele with very high net worth. Every superyacht on display reflects current trends, offering future owners or charter guests refined comfort and a lifestyle perfectly aligned with their personal vision of ultimate luxury. This trend highlights the industry’s continued push to raise standards in quality, cutting-edge technology, and bespoke design, driven by the relentless pursuit of excellence that defines the world of yachting.
The tender exhibition
Not to be missed at the Monaco Yacht Show 2025 is the exhibition of 60 luxury tenders, located along the Jarlan and Quai Antoine Ier docks, at the heart of the Adventure Area. These boats stand out for their exceptional design, performance, and versatility, reflecting the ever-evolving demands of clients seeking increasingly diverse experiences at sea.
“Bringing together a fleet of this calibre every year is a challenge that only the Monaco Yacht Show can consistently meet – says Gaëlle Tallarida, CEO of the Monaco Yacht Show – The 2025 edition reinforces our position as a global benchmark where innovation, exclusivity, and sophistication converge, with a record number of superyachts being unveiled as world premieres. Nowhere else in the world can visitors discover such an outstanding selection in a single location—from the latest builds by renowned shipyards to recently refitted yachts, all carefully chosen by brokers for sale or charter”.
The list of superyachts and tenders on display at the show is regularly updated and available at the following links:
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]]>Quick Group will participate in the major boat shows in September, deploying all its resources and brands, as well as introducing significant innovations for the superyacht segment. The Ravenna-based group, a global leader in the yacht and superyacht equipment sector, is renowned for its wide range of quality products and technologically advanced solutions, which it will showcase at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2024 (September 10-15), the Genoa International Boat Show (September 19-24, 2024), and the Monaco Yacht Show (September 25-28).
As a key global player, Quick Group serves leading shipyards with both custom and series productions. The Group’s mission is to be a reliable and innovative partner for shipyards worldwide, offering advanced technologies and exceptional after-sales support.
Quick Group Brands
In addition to its well-established brands, including MC2 —the only brand in the world that includes the gyroscopic stabilizers Quick Gyro, the Viator stabilizing fins, and both Intercepta IN and Intercepta X series intruders—Quick Group will exhibit in Cannes, Monaco and Genoa as Quick Nautical Equipment, premium brand for marine gear (featuring thrusters, windlasses, battery chargers, water heaters, and more), and Quick Marine Lighting, renowned for its captivating LED lighting designs.
The Group’s wide portfolio has further expanded through strategic M&A operations. This includes Sanguineti, known for custom hydraulic movement systems (such as bathing platforms, gangways, boarding ladders and much more), Xenta, leader in boat control integration systems with complex software like dynamic positioning, and Nemo, with over 60 years of experience in engineering and manufacturing boat access systems (such as pantograph doors, lounge entrance doors, portlights and much more). Each of these brands embodies Italian craftsmanship and quality.
The highlights at the September boat shows
At the Cannes, Genoa and Monaco boat shows, Quick Group will present itself with the strength of unity and synergy, while maintaining the distinct identity of each brand. Each event will feature an expansive group space designed to showcase the diverse range of products and brands, reflecting the strategic importance and added value each brand brings to the boat show. Key themes will include technology, with Xenta control systems integrated with Quick Nautical Equipment thrusters and MC2 stabilization, and exclusivity, with highly customizable solutions for the superyacht market.
The highlights at the September boat shows will focus primarily on the superyacht sector. Quick Group will hold a press conference at the Cannes Yachting Festival to unveil the latest innovations (September 11, 4:15 PM – Quick Group Stand 052 – Palais des Festivals). At the Monaco Yacht Show, the Group will also reveal its latest advancements. At the Genoa Boat Show, attendees will have the opportunity to test many of the Group’s products aboard the demo boat Maverick, a strategic project launched last year serving as a technological and design hub. Additionally, the demo boat Nimbus T11 will provide dedicated sea trials for the MC2 Quick Gyro and Intercepta stabilization systems,together with the Group’s technicians.
Michele Marzucco, CEO of Quick Group, comments: “Our participation in these major exhibitions is a significant opportunity for us as a Group. It allows us to present our brands in a way that respects their individuality while highlighting their unique value propositions. While not everything will be showcased at every event, our selections will be precise and coherent. The autumn boat shows are a major celebration for us, featuring press events, private gatherings, sea trials with our clients, and opportunities for meaningful exchange and growth”.
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]]>Making its debut at the Monaco Yacht Show 2023, Rebel 50G is the latest addition to the Sacs Tecnorib range and is destined to conquer the hearts of luxury Maxi Rib enthusiasts. The Principality’s showcase was the best chance to present this new jewel, since it is the reference event not only for superyachts, but also for large inflatables that are suitable for comfortable few-day cruises or for use as megayacht tenders. Precisely for this reason Sacs Tecnorib chose the wonderful setting of Port Hercule to exhibit, from 27 to 30 September, the flagship model of the Rebel range, designed by Christian Grande to overturn the rules of boating, combining the sportiness of Maxi Ribs with the elegance of yachts and giving birth to models with unprecedented, muscular yet sophisticated lines. Together with the Rebel 50G, the Rebel 47 and the new Strider 11 were also put on display.
Rebel 50G, the Maxi Rib for unforgettable adventures
Rebel 50G is the new model in the Rebel range, which Sacs Tecnorib has designed to trace a new footprint in the pursuit of life on board as the perfect meeting point with a sense of adventure. Just looking at this splendid Maxi Rib opens the imagination to the possibility of reaching unexplored bays in no time at all; doing the rest is the highly sophisticated design, reminiscent of mega-yachts in its details and materials.
Rebel 50G features the typical stylistic features of the Sacs Tecnorib brand, but it is also an unconventional design, standing between the classic rib market and the open boat market, with a transition emphasized by the tapered foam profiles and enhanced by the side glazing. A key feature of this inflatable lies in fact in the two side windows flush with the hard-top, which define a hybrid deck space between cockpit and saloon. Moreover, a rear glass door is available as an option, in order to completely separate the interior and exterior and thus reconcile the usability of an open with the main advantages of a cruiser: comfort when underway and protection from adverse environmental conditions.
The exterior spaces of the Rebel 50G feature four different layouts, all characterized by a walkaround configuration and large spaces for improved conviviality. Below decks, on the other hand, two options are available, with one or two cabins, guaranteeing ample stowage space, excellent volumes and great privacy. Power comes from two Volvo Penta IPS 950 engines of 725 hp each which allow the Rebel 50G to reach a maximum speed and a cruising speed of 36 and 28 knots respectively.
Rebel 47 and Strider 11, the other two Ribs on display in Monaco
As mentioned above, alongside the Rebel 50G, Sacs Tecnorib also exhibited the Rebel 47 and Strider 11 at the Monaco Yacht Show 2023. The former, redesigned by Christian Grande at the beginning of 2023 and presented at the last Düsseldorf Show, is a luxury day-cruiser with a modern design and smaller foam tubulars that make the exteriors more sinuous and elegant. The main deck offers a large dining area with a cocktail cabinet, sink, drawers, refrigerator, and dining table with teak flap, as well as a relaxation area with sofas and sundeck, while below deck there are two double cabins with a super queen-size bed, sofa, and bookshelves. Innovations include a carbon hard-top, a wider and more rounded front window that increases visibility from the helm station, a reduced beam to fit within the 4-metre width that is an advantage when docking in port and, finally, a new range of metallic paint finishes.
The Strider 11, on the other hand, is the new model in the iconic Strider series, available in two versions, Sun Deck and Open Back.
The owner can choose the engine option that best suits his or her needs, the maximum speed is 47 knots and the capacity is 14 passengers. The Sun Deck version provides a full-beam sundeck in the aft area, while the Open Back version has a sofa for six. The telescopic central element can be lowered and the entire area can become a sundeck in turn. There are two berths (plus a further two optional ones in the Sun Deck version) and the interior, light and enveloping, is characterized by an elegant oak essence.
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]]>Lürssen launches its Innovation Lab, an innovation centre to explore new propulsion solutions for superyachts
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]]>For the third year running Sacs Tecnorib, the brand that has set new trends in the industry by inaugurating the Maxi Rib era, was the protagonist of the ‘chase boats’ segment at the Monaco Yacht Show, a unique opportunity to showcase a range that seems to fit the needs of this sector perfectly.
“Monaco is the Superyacht Show. 
The concentration of skippers and owners is unique in the world, and for Sacs Tecnorib the percentage of owners using our products as Chase Boats is great, – Andrea Loro, Sales Director at Sacs Tecnorib, told us during the event – So the fact that we are here in such a strategic location also gives us excellent potential. This is the third year that we have been in this situation with our booth and we have always achieved excellent results“.
Montecarlo is certainly the ideal place to meet owners, gather important information also for future developments and live the experience to the full, following, among other things, a concept that Sacs knows well and that has a name all its own: the Sacs Experience.
“Sacs Experience goes hand in hand with the market. – continues Andrea Loro – While 10 years ago customers were looking for a specific product, today we sell an experience instead.
Sales are very cross-sectional, the customer is looking for a product in which he or she recognizes himself or herself: beautiful, stylish, and guaranteeing a complete on-board experience with ample sunbathing spaces combined with shaded relaxation areas where he or she can listen to music, have a cool drink, and spend quality time with loved ones and friends. The brand, of course, is also important, with its reputation and product type, but in the end it is always the aesthetic taste that drives.
So the fact that we have launched this Rebel line, which is a sort of middle ground between our core business, i.e. the maxi tender/maxi RIB of which we are world leaders, and a more traditional boat, has brought many customers closer to the space and comfort of a luxury boat, but with an ‘aggressive RIB’ aspect.
This has decreed the success of the Rebel range, which was born in 2017 and already boasts three models, with the fourth on the way.
Today experience is sold as I said. To make a comparison it’s like buying a dress that you like, you look for something that looks good; well, in the case of yachting, this means finding what best suits your individual desires and expectations”.
Today Sacs Tecnorib joins the Monaco Yacht Show as a well-established company, with the mentality of an industry leader and a strength that enables it to deliver high-end Maxi Ribs that are appreciated the world over. But the way up to here has been a long one, a path made up of experiences that blend together, of daily work and of skilled workers who take their talents to the extreme in these models.
“The path to get here has been long. – reiterates the Sales Director of Sacs Tecnorib – Sacs was founded in 1989, then acquired in 2004 by the Laserline group, and from there, thanks also to a series of collaborations with important brands in the automotive sector, such as Abarth, Ferrari and Jaguar, we have always tried to position the brand a little outside the traditional, exploring other worlds, always linked to luxury”.
“All this has meant that the expectation created by the brand has also allowed us to approach very high-level customers with a product that meets their expectations. More and more customers are coming in with their own idea of style and colour, to the extreme of bespoke RAL, just as more and more owners want the tender to match the colour of their superyacht, to blend in with its style”.
I only had one question left to ask Andrea Loro, a much more personal one, but one whose answer I believe encapsulates much of the enthusiasm that oozes from his expression: ‘What does working at Sacs Tecnorib and being here in Monaco mean to you?’
” I am happy to be at Sacs. I am surrounded by young people who keep me young, pushing me to keep up. The nature of the product brings me face to face with a wonderful world, that of luxury, with case histories made up of really fascinating people and stories. This is an aspect that reaches its peak here in Monaco, which is also why we simply cannot miss it”.
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]]>An imposing, sleek yacht with sophisticated lines and first-class comfort: this is the new Benetti jewel
Benetti’s masterpiece has become reality.
Presented at the MonacoYacht Show, the newly launched megayacht, the FB270 Triumph 65M, has just been delivered to its owner. A model with an unmistakable white colour, with soft, streamlined external lines created by yacht designer Giorgio Cassetta, completing the naval work designed by Benetti. The magnificent and elegant interiors, on the other hand, are by Benetti’s style office, which collaborated with the Green & Mingarelli Design studio taking care of all the fittings and furnishing details.
Six decks, an aluminium superstructure, a steel 65.40 metre long hull overall, a sauna, a fully equipped gym, a massage room, a Jacuzzi and a 70 square metre beach club, plus a folding platform for the helicopter, positioned at the bow.
Much more than just a boat, Triumph is synonymous with luxury, sophistication and comfort. From the layout and width of the spaces, the privacy guaranteed by the division of the guest areas from those of the crew, to many other details that make a difference… this is the Benetti Triumph 65M.
Let’s take a closer look at this majestic model.
Starting from the bottom, the Lower Deck offers a comfortable space of about 70 square metres, providing immediate access to the sea. Amidships, the sleeping area consists of 4 cabins that can accommodate up to 8 guests, with all the comfort and privacy possible because they are separated from the cabins and areas in the bow, exclusively reserved for the crew.
The Main Deck has a well-protected cockpit, where there are comfortable sofas and tables to enjoy convivial moments on board in maximum comfort. A large saloon has been created amidships, dominated by large windows and modern LEDs on the ceiling, offering a minimal and elegant living/relaxing area for all guests.
Moreover, on the Main Deck Benetti’s designers have reserved a VIP cabin for a special couple of guests that offers a wide sea view.
The Upper Deck, on the other hand, is entirely reserved for the owner, a true custom flat that dominates the entire yacht. The owner’s cabin alone occupies a space of 130 square metres, the Sky Lounge is perfectly consistent with the fittings throughout the yacht and enjoys ample space, with an incredible sea view.
What’s more, 
the Sun Deck is surprising, equipped with a Jacuzzi, sunbathing seats and a table that can seat up to ten people and which, thanks to the wind barriers, can also be used while underway.
The Benetti Triumph is therefore a majestic but sleek custom yacht that conceals the essence of the company behind it: elegance, refined design but above all convenience, usability and comfort for the owner and his guests. The shipyard’s vision has always dominated the creation of these yachts; they are perfectly balanced between large volumes and large windows that open up the rooms, make them bright and almost make you forget you are on a ship.
The classic of the future has arrived, been built and delivered. Made to stand the test of time while maintaining its charm and functionality, it is a classic masterpiece in true Benetti style.
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]]>Benetti Yachts evolves the B.Century family and launches the innovative 85M “Project ORO”. Several collaborations with established international naval design and architecture studios are planned. The calendar of the launches is complete, as are the deliveries of the new models.
The evolution of Benetti Yachts, new B.Now and B.Century designs
At the 31st Monaco Yacht Show, Benetti Yachts presented its future strategy, based on tradition, innovation and engineering, thanks also to collaboration with international naval design and architecture studios.
The investments made over the last few years are bearing fruit, as Marco Valle, CEO of the Azimut|Benetti Group, confirms: “Almost a month after the start of the new yachting season, a record-breaking 23 launches are planned, almost two a month. The prospects for the future are very positive: we began in September with the launch of a 50m B. Now and will conclude in August with the launch of a 68m B.Century. The order backlog is trending upwards, with new model deliveries planned until 2027”.
The B.Now and B.Century families available with traditional, hybrid or diesel electric propulsion. Azimut|Benetti has been committed to the development of different types of propulsion for more than 10 years, supporting the reduction of environmental impact, for an increasingly sustainable boating industry.
B.Now, spaces connected with the sea
The Monaco Yacht Show was the occasion for the world premiere of the Irynna B.Now 50M, a motor yacht presented by Sebastiano Fanizza, Benetti’s Chief Commercial Officer, together with the B.Now 60M and the new B.Now 67M OASIS.
These new models join the family composed of the 50, 60, 67 and 72M and have become one of Benetti‘s bestsellers, thanks to the 20 units already sold.
Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design, through the testimony of Paul Costerus, Senior Yacht Designer & https://www.benettiyachts.it/Project Manager, traced the lines of the interiors that distinguish the B.Now 67M Oasis in concept and size.
Interiors and exteriors have a continuity, highlighted by the sliding windows on the main deck and the large windows.
The construction process of the new B.Now 60M was described by Andrew Collett, RWD Project Manager. The lines enhance the Oasis Deck solution by favouring the use of natural light and a continuity with the sea. The interior and exterior spaces can be redefined into new hospitality destinations, according to the needs of the owner and his guests, for a dynamic and informal, yet elegant and refined life on board.
B.Century, bespoke solutions
The new additions 
to the B.Century family, developed in cooperation with Cassetta Yacht Designers, were presented by Sebastiano Fanizza.
Created in the wake of the success of the multi-award-winning Triumph (65 m) – premiered at the Monaco Yacht Show – Metis (63 m), Zazou (65 m) and Calex (67 m), the B. Century family includes five custom yachts designed from an engineered platform. Century family includes custom yachts built from an engineered platform that has been enriched with no less than five models designed to offer unique solutions, distinguished by their distinctive aesthetics: two 55-metre designs, one with a generous Sun Deck open on all sides, and the other with the Upper Deck transformed into an Owner Deck with a bow master suite and private terrace.
A 62-metre yacht with unbeatable content, a rational and elegant 68-metre yacht and a 75-metre yacht that introduces new layout concepts, such as the unprecedented Pool Club and Sea Club solution conceived on two different levels. Each yacht is unique in terms of stylistic innovation, layout and on-board concept. “A distinctive feature is the formal cleanliness of the continuous signs that describe the yachts’ shapes, the flow of lines runs uninterrupted describing volumes that unmistakably express Benetti’s stylistic identity“.
Benetti Project Oro, luxury and sustainability
‘Project ORO’ is a design dedicated to yachts over 80 metres, using the most modern propulsion technology and minimizing dimensional impact.
“During the development of “Project ORO,” says Giorgio M. Cassetta, “we wanted to seize the opportunity to express numerous innovative concepts, aspiring to bring them together in a unique yacht. By developing a language of style featuring great visual purity and strong characterization of the main masses, and by renouncing the criteria of civil architecture in favour of a freer and more fluid approach, we have tried to propel the project into an attainable future. We hope the bold content recognises a series of desires that customers in this size range frequently express and are unlikely to have found fulfilled by the boats they have looked at so far”.
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]]>Mindfulness is a 24-meter semi-custom Advanced A80 launched last July that magnetically attracted audiences at the Cannes Yacht Festival and MYS 2021, the super-refined Monegasque nautical event that also took place on the Côte d’Azur. This cruising yacht sails fast and safe, with great roominess, comfort and “particularly generous” stowage spaces. She boasts an important planing speed and a maximum beam of six metres moved aft for additional space below deck. And a draft that’s not too deep, which may not be conducive to upwind sailing but helps a lot when cruising around those seas with “four-kilometer tides”.
The Advanced 80, now at her third unit launched, is specifically designed for Transat sailing, that’s for sure. Her seaworthiness does not require long-winded speeches. After all, if a yard knows how to rig its boats properly, this is confirmed at sea. A round-the-world trip is an indisputable test.
Now let’s talk in detail about the A80 Apsaras. The name evokes Apsara, a Hindu nymph, and is one of the (nautical) creations of Advanced Yachts, the company chaired by Antonella Di Leo and her husband Marco Tursini at their headquarters on Via Brera in Milan. Apsaras, like Mindsulness, was built at the Fano-based yard to run free at 27 knots, or the same speed with two reefing lines and foresails.
The A80 project boasts a sandwich construction of fibreglass and carbon panels with unidirectional carbon reinforcements at the points of greatest load, impregnated with epoxy resins, cured in an infusion process. “The hull and deck are extracted from female moulds,” they explain at the yard where A80 is fitted with a 326 square metre sail plan. It’s the mix that delivers an effectively lightweight craft (displacement:40 tonnes), where the extensive use of unidirectional carbon fibre hardens the parts subject to the greatest stresses. Complanar: another way of saying that the deck is literally a “parade ground”, practically devoid of any structural obstacles.
The top design by Mario 
Pedol and Massimo Gino of Nauta Yachts makes the most of the space available, offering a layout with the master cabin located aft or forward (with walk-in closet), galley in the saloon or otherwise positioned to the left of the boat in classic mode, with the guest and crew cabins aft. But the magnificent thing is the deckhouse, entirely windowed and bright. And the ultra-wide cockpit with the perfect symmetry of the two rudders.
The naval architecture is the work of John Reichel and Jim Pugh, who have been designing racing yachts for 30 years: “The shape of the rudder and the profile of the keel are the result of the most advanced research in terms of performance and manoeuvrability to allow the helmsman perfect control of the yacht in all sea and wind conditions”.
A80: a holistic view of sailing
Mindfulness stands for ‘awareness’, ‘fullness of mind’. The name of the latest A80, though of Anglo-Saxon extraction, undoubtedly recalls Eastern philosophies. And Eastern are also the owners: “one of them is the son of one of the richest men in the world who works in the field of renewable energies in China,” explains Captain Fabio Beccattini on the quayside at Port Canto during the Cannes Yachting Festival. With Apsaras, Beccattini completed a truly egregious and adventure-packed world tour in 2017. The skipper, who has been at sea for 35 years, comments on his experience aboard Asparas with satisfaction: “Strangely enough, I haven’t really had any problems, the A80 sails beautifully.”
The Advanced A80 is a five million euro yacht, but in this case the owners wanted her ‘rather plain’, with little instrumentation. Because they are people who take sailing as an ‘extreme act’. Mr. Beccattini insists that the equipment is necessary: “I made them buy 50,000 euro worth of equipment, we spent on satellite systems and the dual autopilot, but that doesn’t mean the boat isn’t equipped with the best the market has to offer“. Owners come and go, joining the skipper more for the crossings than to stay at anchor. With Mr. Beccattini at the helm, Apsaras will go everywhere, to the Seychelles, the Maldives, Thailand and even Burma and the Marquesas Islands: “A fantastic archipelago of 4,000 islands, where the sea gypsies live (…)”.
Technical Specs
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]]>The Monaco Yacht Show 2021 was a “real success”, according to the organizers of the event. An event that stood out from other Mediterranean Boat Shows because it did not chase massive attendance numbers, but on the contrary sought to improve the experience of the visitors themselves. “A reduced turnout was foreseen and planned by the organizers”, who aimed to reduce attendance by focusing on specific profiles with the aim of facilitating meetings between exhibitors and target customers. The total declared by the organizers is 19,000 visitors, but in this case, it really must be said: “less is more”, because the aim was really to gather the best of the clientele.
101 Superyachts
At MYS 2021 there were 440 exhibitors and a total of 101 superyachts moored, half of which were all new boats launched during 2020 and 2021. More numbers: “€3.6 billion” was the total value of the exhibition at the start of the Monaco show. And there were 14 superyachts over 70 metres long.
Gaëlle Tallarida, General Manager of MYS, said: “We have worked alongside industry stakeholders to organize a show that met the highest expectations, particularly those of the clientele.” She also added that the nautical market is going through an absolutely positive period with an “increase in sales over the last 18 months”, referring to a public that is turning more towards recreational boating to “escape from the dark context that the pandemic has imposed on us together with the frustration of having their freedoms restricted”. 2021, explains Gaëlle Tallarida, was a “win-win” for anyone working in the yachting sector.
Monaco Yacht Show first day by invitation only
At the “day one” of the MYS 2021 access was by invitation only. Owners, brokers, charters, shipyard managers and those interested in purchasing were the beneficiaries, who had the opportunity to experience “exclusive” access and stay in the Dockside Area and inside the Quai Antoine Ier pavilion, where there were also displays of nautical accessories and luxury brands.
According to brokers and shipyards, “the visiting agenda was full from the start of the event and potential clients came on board with serious intentions to buy“. The MYS 2021 format works and “brings enormous added value to the industry”. This was confirmed by Theo Hooning, Secretary General of SYBAss (an association of shipyards producing yachts over 40 metres) who commented positively on the results of the Monaco boat show, explaining that “the result was a more relaxed atmosphere, with no crowds at the quayside, and the experience for clients was much more in line with what the superyacht world itself is all about”.
Not surprisingly, the day before the show began, 60 owners, charters and prospective buyers had gathered for the fifth Monaco Yacht Summit. The aim was to meet designers, experts, brokers and builders, to get information on how to give the right impetus to the project of buying a superyacht.
At MYS 2021 there was no shortage of sailing yachts, which are a viable alternative for the more environmentally conscious owners. And they still account for “15 per cent” of the world’s yachting industry. A total of 12 fantastic sailing yachts were moored at Port Hercule, attracting a more sporty clientele, but who find in sailing the same level of comfort, technology, quality and requirements as in motor yachts.
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