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Cannes 2026: Discover the Most Exciting World Premieres

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Europe’s premier yachting event, the Cannes Yachting Festival, brings together over 600 exhibitors and more than 700 spectacular vessels, spanning sizes from 5 to 50 meters, showcasing the very best of maritime luxury

This year’s Cannes showcase reveals a standout lineup of world premieres, from luxury yachts to eco-friendly catamarans and long-range explorers. Discover the most significant debuts from the Côte d’Azur.

Yachts

Azimut Grande 44M

Azimut redefines its horizon with the Grande 44M. Mancini’s fluid four-deck silhouette hides an upper-deck owner’s sanctuary with end-to-end vistas, while transparent glasswork merges the beach club with the sea. Backed by hydro-foil trickery, this is high-octane Italian grandeur with a green conscience.

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Sirena 118

Designed in-house with Germán Frers naval architecture, the 36m Sirena 118 flagship commands attention with her sharp plumb bow and generous under-300 GT volume. Cor D. Rover's contemporary interior reveals a two-level owner’s suite with direct water access, up to six guest cabins, and twin MAN V12s delivering effortless cruising up to 21 knots.

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Custom Line Navetta 35

Crafted by Filippo Salvetti and ACPV ARCHITECTS, the Custom Line Navetta 35 offers over 300 square meters of fluid living space infused with bespoke Italian elegance. Featuring flexible layouts and freestanding furnishings, she accommodates up to 10 guests across five luxurious cabins, including a main-deck master suite, while maintaining discreet, seamless crew flows.

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Maiora M|30

Crafted by Quartostile with Acube Design interiors, the 30.4m Maiora M|30 introduces a sleek, coupé inspired profile to Next Yacht Group's M collection. Featuring an innovative step free walkaround flybridge, she accommodates up to 12 guests across five cabins, highlighted by a full beam main deck master suite, while twin MAN V12s reach speeds up to 21 knots.

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Riva 96 Argo Super

Measuring 28.79 meters, the Riva 96 Argo Super flybridge combines sleek lines with an Aluminum and Bright Black livery. Highlights include an expanded beach area, a main deck day head, and a full beam master suite with panoramic sea views. Twin MTU 12V 2000 M96X engines deliver an impressive 2,000 hp each.

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Princess X90

Positioned between the X80 and flagship X95 Vista, the Princess X90 redefines open-air luxury with fold-down cockpit terraces that create a vast beach club. Featuring the signature Super Flybridge with enclosed Skylounge, she maximizes main-deck volume while an innovative Olesinski hull delivers exceptional efficiency, matching smaller models in fuel performance.

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Sunseeker Manhattan 94

Conceived as a sanctuary at sea, the Sunseeker Manhattan 94 introduces a bold new design direction with its penthouse-style salon and floor-to-ceiling glazing. Accommodating 10 guests across five cabins, including a full-beam main-deck master suite and formal dining for 10, she reaches speeds up to 26 knots powered by twin MTU engines.

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Pershing GTX90

Designed by Vallicelli Design, the 28m Pershing GTX90 showcases a distinctive convex sheer line, vertical bow, and a spacious 33 square meter sportbridge. Featuring two fold down side terraces that extend the cockpit to 37 square meters, she accommodates eight guests in four en suite cabins while twin MAN V12X engines and Castoldi waterjets ensure thrilling Pershing performance.

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Numarine 27XP

Designed by Can Yalman with Umberto Tagliavini naval architecture, the Numarine 27XP retains the bold explorer profile featuring an expansive class leading flybridge. Equipped with the new Mk2 Super Silent Pack and a 48V hybrid energy architecture with lithium batteries and solar generation, she ensures whisper quiet onboard living, twin MAN engines, and a 2,200 nautical mile range.

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Sanlorenzo SHE

Conceived by Zuccon International Project with interiors by Piero Lissoni, the Sanlorenzo SHE reinterprets iconic 1960s design through a lens of quiet, purposeful luxury. Rejecting excess in favor of perfect proportions and seamless indoor outdoor flow, she offers a timeless sanctuary for discerning owners, backed by cutting edge contemporary engineering.

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Ferretti Yachts 720

Building on the success of her predecessor, the updated Ferretti Yachts 720 debuts with a redefined profile, expanded glazing, and an upgraded flybridge hardtop. She maximizes onboard volume to accommodate eight guests across four en suite cabins, including a light-filled master suite, while twin 1,400 hp MAN V12 engines push her to a top speed of 32 knots.

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Pearl 73

Building on the success of the Pearl 72, the Pearl 73 elevates modern luxury cruising with Dixon Yacht Design exteriors and Kelly Hoppen Monochrome interiors. Designed for owner focused living, she features a Riviera style aft deck with fold down balconies, an aft galley layout, and generous accommodation highlighted by two master cabins.

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Bellini Astor 68

Expanding the shipyard into a new segment, the Bellini Astor 68 embodies contemporary yachting through a multi-level layout centered on transparency and flexible living. Designed to strengthen the connection between guests and the sea, this innovative craft combines sleek Italian lines with open, sunlit social spaces that elevate life on board.

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Prestige F6.7

As the flagship of the F-Line, the Prestige F6.7 celebrates the refinement of the range with a powerful profile inspired by the movement of the sea. Designed for serene living, she offers fluid transitions between onboard social areas and the surrounding waters, accommodating up to eight guests across three standard cabins or an optional four-cabin layout.

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Absolute Navetta 66

Conceived as a celebration of light and openness, the Absolute Navetta 66 features expansive glazing and airy interiors that create a seamless indoor-outdoor experience. Offering maximum personalisation, she introduces two distinct interior moods, Sunrise and Sunset, designed to reflect different personal tastes and lifestyles at sea.

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Pardo GT65

Recognizable by its signature reverse bow, the Pardo GT65 preserves sleek lines with a concealed tender garage for a 3.25m tender. A cantilevered aft sunbed features an integrated grill and sink, while below deck three cabins with three bathrooms host guests in comfort, reaching speeds up to 35 knots with Volvo Penta IPS 1350 engines.

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Bluegame BG64

Completing Bluegame's BG range, the Bluegame BG64 brings the brand's architectural philosophy to the 64 foot segment. Fusing the indoor outdoor connectivity of the BG74 with the proven BGX63 hull, she features opening side terraces, a fully enclosable upper deck, and a bow lounge crafted for ultimate privacy in port.

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FIM 580 Contessa

Featuring a sculpted silhouette with a discreetly integrated flybridge, the FIM 580 Contessa features opening side terraces that create a vast beach club over the water. Interiors crafted with Studio Nerocardinale seamlessly merge indoor and outdoor spaces, offering a versatile bow lounge and three guest cabins alongside crew quarters.

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Greenline 50 Fly

Replacing the iconic 48, the Greenline 50 Fly offers a sleeker evolution of the shipyard's hybrid DNA with safe bulwarks and a step-free main deck. Featuring a versatile layout with three convertible cabins, a generous flybridge with wet bar, and solar panel integration, she operates silently on electric power while supporting flexible 6G hybrid or traditional diesel drives.

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Galeon 420 Fly

Building on the proven qualities of the 400 Fly, the Galeon 420 Fly introduces refreshed styling and enlarged side windows within a practical, marina friendly footprint. Offering impressive usable space across three levels, she features a welcoming cockpit wet bar, two generous en suite cabins below, and twin engines up to 480 hp each for confident coastal cruising.

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Motorboats

Itama 70

Created by Vallicelli Design with interiors by IdeaeItalia, the Itama 70 delivers a contemporary take on classic open yachting. Defined by a sleek silhouette with continuous hull glazing and a signature integrated bow sunpad, she accommodates guests across three en suite cabins, offering standard twin 1,400 hp MAN V12 engines or an optional 1,550 hp package reaching 40 knots.

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Cranchi A48 O/B

Evolving from the A46 concept, the Cranchi A48 O/B offers enhanced protection and dynamism with a reverse raked windscreen, a new T top, and fold down bulwarks that expand the aft beach area. The walkaround layout incorporates a outdoor galley unit and a bow sunpad, while below deck features a separate owner cabin and a twin guest cabin.

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SACS Hyper 5S

Pushing the boundaries of the maxi RIB segment, the SACS Hyper 5S features a flush deck, opening side terraces, and Christian Grande styling. Offering unprecedented propulsion versatility, she accommodates twin MAN surface drives, quadruple Mercury Verado outboards, or Volvo IPS options, while below deck provides a spacious owner cabin, full bathroom with separate shower, and a convertible second berth.

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Technohull Alpha 45

Powered by quad 500 hp outboards reaching speeds over 85 knots, the Technohull Alpha 45 utilizes a stepped Dynastream deep V hull for offshore stability. She features an aerodynamic hardtop, double rows of helm seating, and versatile aft sunpad layouts, while a gullwing side door provides push button access to a cabin for two.

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Fjord 440 Open

Fjord 440 Open is a bold evolution of Fjord’s unmistakable design philosophy. The new model combines up to 960 hp with a modular cockpit, reversible aft seating, a hydraulic bathing platform and a refined two-cabin interior. A redesigned helm, full-beam T-Top and integrated 55-inch TV complete the onboard experience.

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Pirelli 44

Designed by Mannerfelt Design Team, the 13.5m Pirelli 44 combines striking open lines with a high performance double step hull. Delivering precision handling and safety, she supports twin or triple outboard configurations up to 1,200 hp via twin Mercury Verado V12 engines for an exceptionally dynamic driving experience on the water.

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Apreamare Gozzo 42

Introducing a sportier formal language, the Apreamare Gozzo 42 reimagines the classic silhouette with dynamic hull lines and a redesigned deckhouse. She features a vast stern sunpad, a forward social lounge with facing sofas, and an open plan interior with a private master cabin, reaching speeds up to 36 knots via shaft drive or Volvo Penta IPS options.

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Wellcraft 33 T-Top

Featuring modular living spaces and up to two berths, the Wellcraft 33 T-Top combines a bold character with a safe one-level walkaround deck. Offering high or sport windshield choices and a social bow cockpit, she features three versatile aft module options, Relax, Lounge, or Barracuda, with single or twin Mercury engines up to 700 hp.

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Catamarans

Sunreef Ultima 88

Fusing the speed of a monohull with the stability and shallow draft of a multihull, the Sunreef Ultima 88 sets new trends in catamaran design. Her signature Ocean Lounge features expansive opening bulwarks and a spacious aft garage that transform the stern into an open waterside retreat, delivering seamless access to the sea alongside generous, sustainably crafted living areas.

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Prestige M8 EVO

Evolving the flagship power multihull, the Prestige M8 EVO pairs a sleek monohull silhouette with the stability of a twin hull layout. She features a full beam flybridge, an Art Deco inspired interior with a penthouse master suite, and an efficient Marc Lombard hull supported by optional solar panels for zero emission anchoring.

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Veya 53

Designed by Berret Racoupeau, the 16.5m VEYA 53 combines multihull stability with the refined comfort of a premium motor yacht. Featuring a continuous main deck, she links the salon and galley directly to a large aft dining cockpit and hydraulic platform, while a spacious flybridge offers an upper helm, outdoor dining, and summer kitchen.

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Fountaine Pajot FP48

Designed for ambitious cruising, the Fountaine Pajot FP48 creates a seamless flow between living spaces with a three meter sliding glass door merging the salon and aft cockpit. Featuring a central galley, forward cockpit, and Lounge Deck, she offers versatile Maestro or Quintet layouts alongside up to 2,300 W of solar panels and ODSea+ technology for enhanced energy autonomy.

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Lagoon 47

Marking a new generation, the Lagoon 47 introduces three interconnected living spaces that seamlessly link the aft cockpit, main salon, and forward lounge through direct walk through access. Complementing a spacious flybridge and Nauta Design interior, she provides panoramic views and generous cabin accommodations tailored for effortless, extended cruising at sea.

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Aquila 45 Sail

Spanning a beam of 7.75 meters with over 125 square meters of upwind sail area, the Aquila 45 Sail combines sailing capability with generous living spaces. She features a fixed bow with sun pads, bridge to bow access from an open flybridge, and a light filled salon, while flexible three or four cabin layouts accommodate up to 12 guests.

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Leopard 43

Aligning with the new brand aesthetic, the Leopard 43 features wraparound saloon windows delivering uninterrupted 360 degree visibility and an indoor outdoor layout. Engineered with reverse bows, a wave piercing hull, and an upgraded sail plan, she places a repositioned coachroof lounge adjacent to the helm while integrating glass solar panels generating up to 1,365W of clean energy.

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Sailing Yachts

Swan 80

Remaining just under 24 meters, the Swan 80 combines the naval architecture of Germán Frers, exterior styling by Lucio Micheletti, and interiors by Misa Poggi. Featuring a low profile coachroof and uninterrupted flush deck, she translates the Swan Maxi DNA into an agile package that offers exceptional long range performance alongside flexible, customizable interior layouts below deck.

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Grand Soleil Plus 80 LC

Measuring 26.20 meters, the Grand Soleil Plus 80 Long Cruise is the new bluewater flagship created by naval architect Matteo Polli and Nauta Design. Built with epoxy sandwich construction and carbon fiber reinforcements, she features a raised coachroof with 270 degree views, a Torqeedo hybrid power platform, and a telescopic keel option, paired with refined three or four cabin interior layouts.

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Hanse 461

The Hanse 461 combines effortless handling with outstanding performance and exceptional comfort. Highlights include the new integrated Beach Club, a hydrodynamically optimised hull, up to five headsail options, an exceptionally spacious cockpit, 48 possible interior configurations and up to 24 opening windows and hatches for maximum natural light and ventilation.

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Beneteau Oceanis 42

Designed by Marc Lombard Yacht Design Office, the Oceanis 42 offers exceptional performance and balance within the strategic 40 foot segment. She stands out as the only yacht in her class to feature five distinct layout options and two different interior architectures, while providing the largest cockpit available in her size category for ultimate comfort on the water.

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