Cannes Yachting Festival 2024: The Ultimate Guide



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The prestigious Cannes Yachting Festival draws in sea and yacht enthusiasts, coupled with the undeniable allure of the French Riviera

From September 10-15, Cannes transforms into the world’s yachting capital. With nearly 700 boats on display across Vieux Port and Port Canto, the Cannes Yachting Festival offers a stunning array of vessels, from sleek motor yachts to grand superyachts. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the latest in nautical design and innovation.

Absolute Navetta 53

The new Absolute Navetta 53 is sure to be very popular with sailors who want a boat for multi-day cruises. The elegant salon features carefully selected furniture and a well-equipped galley, seamlessly integrated with the cockpit. Located amidships, the owner’s cabin features large windows, a king size bed and numerous storage options. The forward VIP cabin and the third cabin are also oriented towards comfort and design, ensuring a comfortable and luxurious stay.

Absolute Navetta 70

Navetta 70 presents all the recognizable characteristics that Absolute yachts are known for, such as elegant side rails, covered passageways, large glass surfaces on the main and lower decks. The interiors are distinguished by their elegant and contemporary style. The furniture is made of quality wood, in light tones, with wavy shapes and details in bronze color. The presence of space-saving sliding doors, high ceilings and the absence of stairs allow greater freedom of movement and maximum comfort.

AB Yacht AB 110

Archea Associati and the Next Yacht Group team successfully teamed up on this project, which combines aesthetics and technology in the best way, and the fruit of their efforts is a perfect harmony between exciting speed and freedom of movement. The AB 110 is an emphatically 34-meter-long sports yacht characterized by a cozy, charming interior inspired by popular lofts with plenty of natural light. On top of all that, it flies over the surface of the water at a speed of 45 knots while maintaining incomparable stability, and thanks to its limited draft, it will sail into the most secluded coves.

Austin Parker Unica 58

The first motor catamaran of the Italian shipyard Austin Parker combines the spacious comfort of a double-decker with the sporty character of a yacht, embodying the distinctive style of Pininfarina and De Simoni Yacht Design. The vessel, 17 meters long and 7 meters wide, creates a flawless harmony between interior and exterior spaces with its elegant lines. The luxurious interior includes a full-width owner’s cabin, two en-suite guest cabins and a crew cabin.

Azimuth Fly 62

Fly 62 represents the purest design concept, harmonizing creativity and imagination with the wishes of the owner. Azimut designed a new vision of the cockpit, which now faces the stern and gradually descends towards the sea. The interiors are designed by Fabio Fantolino, who created a spacious, open living space without visual obstacles, for a feeling of infinite proximity to the sea, and which he gave a fresh design with an emphasis on small but essential details.

Azimuth Seadeck 7

After the Seadeck 6, which we had the opportunity to test recently, in Cannes, Azimut will premiere the Seadeck 7 – a 70-foot hybrid yacht. The new series of the Italian shipyard combines technological innovation and creativity through an attractive design, bringing numerous new solutions that contribute to reducing the impact on the environment. Unlike the ‘younger’ model in the offer, Seadeck 7 offers four double cabins, a more spacious saloon and a small flybridge. There is also Fun Island – an open aft terrace, which can be enlarged when the boat is at anchor thanks to folding sides.

Bali 5.8

Bali Catamarans‘ largest model to date, the Bali 5.8, is a revolutionary catamaran that combines innovation with practical luxury. This model offers an exceptional balance between performance and comfort, making it ideal for those who appreciate quality and efficiency. With a focus on maximizing space and integrating indoor and outdoor spaces, the Bali 5.8 provides spacious living spaces, available in 4- to 6-cabin layouts. This versatility meets different needs, whether it is an owner version or a luxury charter boat.

Beneteau Swift Trawler 54

Beneteau’s 17.13 meter Swift Trawler 54 is the latest model in the Swift Trawler line, designed to be the perfect family home at sea. The yacht has a spacious flybridge and cockpit with a terrace that looks out to sea, and the bow deck contains a U-shaped seating bench that easily converts into a large sundeck. With six berths and an additional berth for the crew, it is ideal for longer voyages.

Bilgin Kasif

With a length of 42 meters, Kaşif embodies the essence of its name, ‘explorer’, in the Turkish language. Emrecan Özgün of Unique Yacht Design has designed an exterior that seamlessly blends form and functionality, retaining the signature sporty and aggressive lines of Bilgin Yachts, moving away from the traditional design of robust explorer yachts. The interior was designed by Enrico Lumini from the Hot Lab design studio, combining the luxury of a home with the practicality of a floating office.

Cranchi Sessantadue 62

Cranchi Sessantadue 62 of 62 feet, i.e. 30 meters, highlights the original vertical bow that emphasizes the yacht’s appeal. A strong continuity between interior and exterior spaces is the foundation of the new model’s aesthetics, and designers have erased the boundaries between the cockpit and the aft end of the main deck interior. There are three cabins and three bathrooms on the lower deck, and two 6-cylinder Volvo Penta D13 engines in the engine room, each with 1000 hp.

Cantiere Delle Marche Flexplorer 146

The Flexplorer 146 Mat marks an important step in the evolution of its series, from which it inherits a robust aesthetic and readiness to explore the far seas, but has a more elegant profile than the first Flexplorer 146, as it has one less deck. At 44.50 m long, Mat has large social and private spaces for the owners and up to ten guests spread over three decks, and she also has a spacious sun deck.

Columbus Atlantique 43

The Columbus Atlantique 43 demonstrates the excellence of design through the use of fluid forms, with maximum functionality and comfort of life on the high seas. The 43-meter-long steel hull is combined with an aluminum superstructure, it is 9.05 meters wide and weighs 460 GT. The exteriors and interiors are signed by the designers of the Hot Lab studio, and they bring a number of stylish, design and functional elements dedicated to enjoying every moment spent on the yacht.

Custom Line Navetta 38

Custom Line Navetta 38 exterior styling by architect Filippo Salvetti

The exterior and interior of the new design and execution according to the highest standards make it clear that the new Custom Line Navetta 38 is a masterpiece of maritime art. The new model combines innovative engineering with typical Italian style and sophistication. The beach club stern that is connected to the cockpit on the main deck and can be extended to the berth on both sides is a recognizable detail, but it is functionally executed according to a new concept.

Dufour 44

Whether for experienced sailors or adventure-seeking lovers of the sea, the Dufour 44 sailing yacht is designed to deliver an unforgettable experience. Created with the steadfast collaboration of Felci Yachts Design and the Dufour teams, the hull’s sleek design and manoeuvrability at the helm will allow you to tame the seas while enjoying precise and responsive handling. The agility of the new Dufour 44 sailboat in no way leads to a sacrifice in comfort. Her spacious, luxuriously appointed interior, signed by Luca Ardizio, offers everything you need for enjoying some unforgettable relaxing times at sea.

Elan GT6 Explorer

The GT6 Explorer builds on the platform of the multiple award-winning Elan GT6, a 49-foot grand turismo yacht. While maintaining the core architecture, materials, and layout, the GT6 Explorer has been upgraded in four critical areas: safety, seakeeping abilities, autonomy, and offshore living. Key enhancements of the Explorer include the advanced 3D VAIL hull, which increases stiffness and enhances the hull’s mechanical properties. The yacht can be equipped with a powerful solar array producing 1187 Wp, which charges 840 Ah worth of LiIon batteries, sufficient to power a 100 L/h watermaker along with all other consumers, except the air conditioning.

Evo Yachts R4+

With impressive exterior styling and extremely comfortable interiors, the Evo R4+ is a new model from Evo Yachts, confirming the brand’s determination to offer boats for comfortable living at sea in a wide range of weather conditions. The aluminum hard top contains several removable Plexiglas parts whose partial removal allows owners to enjoy the advantages of two different types of boat: an open house that seamlessly connects them with the surrounding environment and a covered cabin in case of bad weather.

Ferretti Yachts Infynito 80

Ferretti INFYNITO 80 side view

The Ferretti Yachts Infynito 80, the second model in the eponymous series, is adorned with all the fine qualities of its predecessors: a focus on the environment, generous covered outdoor areas, continuity between interior and exterior, impressive versatility and innovative layouts. The main advantages of the yacht are the bow terrace suitable for all seasons that offers a unique experience of living on the water in terms of privacy and comfort, and the option of choosing between an open or semi-enclosed sun deck.

Ferretti Yachts 670

The new version of the Ferretti Yachts 670 model, one of the best-selling models of the Flybridge series, brings a new exterior design that retains the characteristic features of the previous version, such as the elegant combination of spaciousness and light in the interior. The main new elements on the fly deck of the renewed 670 include more seating and a more comfortable alfresco dining area, the option of equipping the aft terrace with a large sundeck and a completely redesigned hardtop with an opening center section.

Fiat P58

The new P58 is designed in every detail, refined and elegant, equally comfortable on deck and below deck, with spaces and solutions borrowed from the interior design of homes that give it the feeling of a large and comfortable villa by the sea. Below deck, the feeling of spaciousness is emphasized by the height of the ceiling in the salon – over three meters – and the atmosphere, which is primarily achieved by the skylight system.

FIM Regina 500

500 Regina represents the evolution of the open walk-around series of the house FIM. As with all models designed by FIM design masters, the Regina is recognizable by its hardtop, which is made entirely of carbon (partly recycled). The owner’s cabin at the stern is a real luxury apartment with carefully selected materials and shades.

Fjord 39 XL

Fjord 39 is a symbol of performance, design and exceptional comfort in sailing. This innovative model, created from the collaboration between HanseYachts designers and world-renowned yacht designer Patrick Banfield, is once again attracting attention at sea. Customers can choose between two 400 hp Mercury Verado V10 outboards or two inboard Volvo Penta engines with up to 440 hp.

Fountaine Pajot Thira 80

As the shipyard’s largest model, Thira 80 combines all the knowledge and philosophy of Fountaine Pajot to create an impressive luxury catamaran that offers the comfort and spaciousness of large yachts in many features. Like a floating villa on the sea, the cabins on Thira are designed as completely independent units, each cabin has its own private access, regardless of the version you choose. At the same time, the owner’s apartment can be equipped with a sauna or a hammam.

Grand Soleil 52 Performance

Inspired by the lines of the Grand Soleil 52 designed by German Frers in 1987, the new Grand Soleil 52 Performance is the work of the proven duo of Matteo Polli and Nauta Design. The Grand Soleil 52 Performance has been thought out down to the last detail to make the most of all the space, so it has an unusually large living area for a boat of its size, without affecting its weight. The layout of the elements on the deck and the sails, as well as the hull itself, are available in two versions: Performance and Race.

Greenline 58 Fly Hybrid

In Cannes, the Slovenian shipyard will present its largest model, the 58 Fly, with a new generation of hybrid drive that enables an impressive range of 20 nautical miles in silent electric mode with speeds of up to 6 knots. During the typical use cycle of a Greenline yacht, the manufacturer claims that the hybrid system achieves a reduction in emissions of up to 40% per year. The solar roof with installed 4 kW solar panels and the capacity of the batteries on the boat enables up to three days at the anchorage without using a generator.

Hanse 590

The impressive design of the Hanse 590 model with typical Hanse hull geometry guarantees stability and performance, but also a large amount of space, and thus an unusually high level of comfort in this class. The innovative cockpit concept and luxurious extras such as a huge bathing platform that can be extended into a beach club, a garage for a tender up to 3.1 meters long, a hydraulic bridge, a sundeck with an awning on the bow and a separate crew cabin give the new Hanse 590 incredible appeal.

Jeanneau Merry Fisher 895 Sport Series 2

Versatile and modular, the new Merry Fisher 895 Sport Series 2 is designed for all nature lovers whose sailing goals are adventure and exploration. It is equipped as standard with two engines of 200 hp each, and the new version also offers 2 x 250 hp and a joystick, for even more power and effortless control. This kind of marine SUV has two separate cabins, which allows overnight stays on the boat and longer stays in pleasant bays.

Lagoon 43

Lagoon 43 redefines life at sea with a versatile design that perfectly blends the exterior and interior space of the boat. The modular plan allows the saloon and cockpit to be changed according to your needs, with a dining table for up to 12 people making it perfect for families and gatherings. The new hull design provides a spacious interior with larger berths.
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Lagoon 60

The Lagoon 60 has a spacious aft cockpit open to the sea, with easy access to the sea via opening terraces and steps that make the aft cockpit the best place on deck. The saloon joins the aft and bow cockpits providing a comfortable and attractive space with a flat floor for easy movement. The spacious salon can be equipped with a galley or a bar.

Lomac GranTurismo 12.0

Compared to its predecessor, the new GranTurismo 12.0 has a wider and more aerodynamic console with a large windshield for more comfortable handling. A new feature is the bow seat that can be retracted into the interior of the console, which increases comfort during navigation. The new model is powered by three 300 HP Mercury engines.

Mangusta Oceano 39

Developed and engineered by the Shipyard’s Engineering Department together with designer Alberto Mancini and design firm Studio Verme, this three-decker perfectly combines design and technology, endowing her entire category with a very strong identity. Her brand-new concept of open spaces and direct contact with the sea offers her guests an unprecedented onboard experience, also thanks to a minimal superstructure and a massive use of glass, which is the dominant feature across the entire vessel.

Nautor Swan Arrow

Nautor Swan’s motorboat division was created in 2021, and after Shadow and OverShadow with outboard and inboard engines, the legendary Finnish sailboat specialist will present its bigger brother at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival. The 75-foot-long Arrow  features an elegant design and an aft platform that offers an impressive 50 m2 of space thanks to its folding sides. The luxurious interior can accommodate six guests.

Nautor Swan Clubswan 43

Naval architect Juan Kouyoumdjian envisioned the ClubSwan 43 as a sailing crossover. Nautor Swan’s new sailboat is capable of competing in the most interesting regattas around the world, but also offers its owners all the beauties of cruising. The interior design is so flexible that the client can remove 80% of the interior for a regatta and reinstall it during vacations and more leisurely sailing.

Nerea NY40 Veloce

The NY40 Veloce once again underlines how important Nerea Yacht considers its owner. Thanks to the use of Ecopur, the NY40 Veloce can be defined as a boat that breathes. Her sporty and dynamic spirit is already visible on her exterior lines, and she shines in sailing, thanks to the V-profile hull designed by the Zuccheri Yacht Design studio. She is equipped with three Mercury V10 AMS DS XL engines of 400 hp each, which allow her to reach a speed of 48 knots.

Nimbus 495 Flybridge

The largest model of the Swedish shipyard offers intelligent solutions from Scandinavia packed into the elegant design of a 15-meter yacht. The Nimbus 495 Flybridge clearly shows where the shipyard comes from with all its design elements, from the tall hull with distinctive long windows on the bow to the rounded windows on the aft part of the superstructure, borrowing many elements from other Nimbus models while retaining their practicality.

Numarine 30XP

The 30XP is the first Numarine model that can be equipped with diesel-electric engines. The layout of the rooms can be adapted to the owner’s requirements, and the model in each version has plenty of open space aft of the main deck, as well as on the covered sundeck. The Numarine 30XP has cabins with private bathrooms, and the yacht can be powered by a diesel-electric hybrid propulsion system or a conventional propulsion system with two MAN engines of 560 hp each.

Pardo GT75

The new largest model of the GT series is almost 23 meters long and emphasizes all the recognizable elements of the series. Dimensionally positioned between the Walkaround and Endurance series, the new Pardo GT75 offers the experience of living on the water as in a villa by the sea, with meticulously designed living spaces and cabins. In the standard version, it is equipped with three D13 IPS 1050 motors, with the option of upgrading to 3 x D13 IPS 1350.

Pearl Yachts 82

With the premiere of the Pearl 82 in Cannes, the shipyard wants to redefine yacht design in the eighty-foot segment. The ‘most compact superyacht on the market’ is the only one in its class to feature an elegant elevated wheelhouse design combined with an owner’s suite on the main deck, complete with sliding glass doors providing direct access to a private terrace on the bow deck. Below deck there are four additional guest cabins with private bathrooms.

Pershing GTX80

The Pershing GTX 80 is synonymous with fun and excitement, which brings a new standard of comfort in which energy flows without obstacles, and the continuity between the interior and the exterior is not disturbed at all. The 23 square meter sundeck offers the highest level of comfort in its class, and the SeaScape, as on every model of the GTX series, guarantees immediate and unlimited connection to the sea.

Prestige F5.7

The Prestige F-line brings models with a concentration of technology and innovation, for carefree sailing enjoyment, ease of use and maximum comfort. In Cannes, F5.7 will have its world premiere, whose elegant design lines and refined details convey the connection with the sea and nature, creating a gentle and soothing atmosphere. All cabins have en-suite bathrooms, and the saloon, which is unusually spacious for a boat of this size, provides plenty of light thanks to the large windows.

Princess S80

Featuring the new Princess design, the latest model is the work of an in-house design team from the Princess Design Studio, in collaboration with naval architects Olesinski and Italian design house Pininfarina. The versatile space layout of the new S80 makes it possible to manage it like an owner’s yacht, with a huge open salon and a raised helm station, or with a smaller number of crew members, with the option of a closed helm station and accommodation for up to three people.

Princess S65

The Princess S65 also follows the pronounced personality of the S Class, defined by flowing lines, sculptural exterior surfaces and a distinctive roof that give it a pronounced character and elegance. The clever design allows enough space to accommodate a large sunroof which, when opened, fills the saloon and lower wheelhouse with light and air when you want to have the wind in your hair.

Sacs Technorib Strider 13

The Strider 13 is adorned with a dynamic design and an elegant profile that expresses robustness and safety thanks to the carefully worked-out geometry of the hull and the high-quality finish. Despite the sporty spirit and high performance, the Strider 13 guarantees comfortable and practical navigation, thanks to the spacious cabin below the deck, with multipurpose elements for maximum use of space.

Saxdor 340 GTWA

Saxdor 340 GTWA is the first model of the Finnish brand that has passages on both sides of the wheelhouse and offers large side terraces that increase the space for socializing. Below deck, the forward cabin with two berths and the optional additional aft cabin provide spaciousness and natural light. Built with a durable, lightweight hull, the 340 GTWA provides smooth and highly efficient sailing with economical fuel consumption.

Silent 62 3-Deck

This all-electric catamaran promises a quiet sailing experience with no harmful emissions, thanks to advanced solar-powered technology. Optimized for outdoor living, the Silent 62 takes full advantage of the upper deck as a large social space on the flybridge, and the new model is also available with an enclosed upper deck. Both versions have a spacious main deck saloon of 50 square meters with large windows, fully equipped kitchen and dining area.

Sea Ray SPX 190

The redesign of the popular SPX 190 provides exciting sailing with timeless and elegant lines. The new cockpit design optimizes comfort while numerous features such as a ski tow attachment, floor storage and an additional bathing platform provide endless entertainment possibilities.

Solaris Power 60 Open

The Solaris Power 60 Open sails smoothly through the waves and the deck stays dry thanks to the deep V hull, optimal balance of weights, low centre of gravity and the 60’ waterline length. The full walkaround guarantees easy and safe movement from bow to stern even under sail. All of this makes the new 60 Open a real ‘queen of the sea’ with a top speed of 40 knots. The internal and external layouts are available in several versions to suit the tastes and needs of owners. For example, full beam master cabin, optional three or four cabins with adjoining bathrooms with showers.

Sunseeker Predator 55

Sunseeker Predator 55 cruising

The Sunseeker Predator 55 embodies 30 years of design evolution within a single production series and demonstrates the British shipyard’s commitment to progressive innovation. The exterior is dominated by a slanted rigid roof, which achieves a low profile, the exact opposite of most 55-foot yachts. The interior layout can be adapted to the owner’s specific requirements, so the kitchen from the main deck can be moved to the lower deck and replaced with a sofa and TV that can be raised and lowered as needed.

60 Sunreef Power Eco

60 Sunreef Power Eco is an extremely adaptable and environmentally responsible motor yacht, which incorporates innovative technology to optimize energy efficiency and performance. Sunreef Yachts has equipped her with its unique system for the use of solar energy and two 120kW electric motors, thanks to which this catamaran has a continuous supply of clean energy and sails without any harmful impact on the environment.

Tankoa T450

As the first house model shorter than 50 meters, the T450 maintains Tanko’s timeless aesthetics and introduces striking vertical elements in the superstructure and elegant horizontal lines, which together form a unique and modern profile. The owner’s suite, located at the bow of the main deck, is a vast private space that exudes peace, while the lower deck houses five luxurious guest suites.

wallywhy 100

wallywhy100 side view

wallywhy100 represents a logical extension of the next generation wallywhy series, building on the key features of its larger predecessors, wallywhy200 and wallywhy150. The new yacht has a length of 21.4 meters, which makes it unique in its segment. The legendary glass superstructure that looks like it belongs to a stealth plane hides only one level, but also the most innovative open-closed space from bow to stern.

WiderCat 92

The WiderCat 92 breaks down technological boundaries and barriers between outdoor and indoor spaces, introducing a design reminiscent of Star Wars to boating. Underneath the spacesuit is equally advanced technology. The hybrid drive enables cruising in silent electric mode with a range of 27 nautical miles at a speed of 6 knots in complete silence or a battery autonomy of 14 hours at anchor.

Wilder 60

With the looks of a superstar, the performance of a supercar and the finish of a superyacht, the 18.9 meter WiLder 60 is the epitome of the concept of a grand tourer for the waves. The fully personalized interior where lighting plays a key role is crafted to the highest quality standards, combining Italian design style with superior craftsmanship complemented by glossy lacquer and satin bronze inserts.

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