The Campania-based shipyard has delivered two new yachts to the two foreign owners – a Sherpa 60 in Spain and a Sherpa 80 in Turkey.
Sherpa 60
Sherpa 60 is a refined 18.67-meter yacht with a layout that prioritizes the conviviality of the aft cockpit, which at 5.6 meters wide and with a surface area of 55 sq. m is rightly described as a water’s edge terrace. The shipyard has designed various different configurations for this boat depending on the intended use. At the owner’s request, this unit has a totally new layout with three cabins, including the owner’s cabin in the bow, and two bathrooms (one for the master suite). The yacht’s long-range cruising proved by two Volvo Penta IPS 600 units (or alternatively two IPS 700 or 800 units), delivering a cruising speed of 17 knots and a top speed of 22 knots with the maximum engine configuration available.
Sherpa 60
The boat will soon be cruising around the Balearic Islands, not least thanks to the work of Isabella Moncada of Moncada Yachts, who contributed her insights into the customer’s wish list and acted as an intermediary with the shipyard.
Sherpa 80
The sale of the Sherpa 80 was brokered by Tezmarine, the Brand Representative for Turkey and a consolidated partner of the Campania-based shipyard. With a length of 24 meters and 7 meters in the beam, the yacht stands out primarily for a total liveable surface area of 220 sq. m and the almost 65 sq. m cockpit with a direct access to the stern platform. The cockpit offers the possibility of installing solutions in the dining room involving sliding glass and air conditioning. The interior design, developed in tandem with the owners and Milan-based firm Hot Lab, achieves seamless continuity with the exteriors, featuring refined furnishings and decor characterized by a pared-down style and a discreet sense of elegance.
Sherpa 80
As always, the hull and propulsion system were designed in parallel to optimize performance in terms of both consumption and comfort. Sherpa 80 has a top speed of over 23 knots and a range of 1,400 nautical miles at 10 knots.
“These deliveries are just one of various factors at play in a truly hectic period for us,” said Ugo Pellegrino, Arcadia Yachts owner. “Soon we will also be presenting the new A96, confirming our desire to bring even more innovation to the sector and responding to the evolving concept of well-being that we’ve identified in many owners. Work on the A96 continues at a sustained pace and the yacht will be given its world premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival.”
Arcadia Yachts is based in Naples, Italy. Since 2008, Arcadia Yachts has been building semi-custom luxury composite yachts and has succeeded in perfectly integrating artisanal craftsmanship, modern technologies, attention to detail and to the surrounding environment. The Arcadia Yachts fleet has included two ranges since September 2016. The shipyard’s first and most characterizing range is the A range, which includes four models (A85, A85s, A105 and A115). The Sherpa range has a new model, the 24m Sherpa XL, which was launched at the 2019 Cannes Yachting Festival. The new model, A96, will debut at 2023 Cannes Yachting Festival.
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Silent Yachts has announced its 24-meter flagship solar-electric catamaran, the SY80, is approaching completion. The Italian builder recently launched two SY62 3-Deck Open models and one SY62 3-Deck Closed variant from its Fano shipyard as part of its plan to deliver 10 yachts in 2025.The SY80 will be available in three customizable configurations: 2-Deck, 3-Deck Open, and 3-Deck Closed. The model retains the sustainable features of Silent Yachts' smaller vessels while offering increased volume, accommodating up to 12 guests. Key features include an open layout, spacious staterooms, and ample storage for water toys."We can accommodate a very high number of different configurations, making the yacht of your dreams into a lived reality," said Silent Yachts CEO Fabrizio Iarrera. Owners can opt for an on-deck master suite or an open-plan salon with the master cabin below deck.Performance specifications include a top speed of 12 knots, cruising speeds of 7-8 knots, and battery capacities of 522 kWh or 696 kWh. The solar array peaks at 22.4 kWp, supporting near-zero-emission operation.The SY80 2-Deck variant will debut at the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival (September 9-14), with sea trials expected in the coming weeks.Silent-Yachts is producing the world’s first fully solar-sustainable oceangoing production catamaran yachts. They are powered exclusively by solar energy and capable of cruising up to 100 miles per day. In 2009, founders Heike and Michael Köhler, who have spent 6,000 days cruising more than 75,000 miles all around the world, launched the Solarwave 46, the first fully self-sufficient blue-water catamaran after years of testing solar-powered propulsion, and they have been building boats ever since. Credits: Silent-Yachts
May 7, 2025
The 52-meter sportfisher Special One, built by Royal Huisman with design by Vripack, has received the Judges' Special Award at the 20th World Superyacht Awards in Venice. The yacht competed in the Best Motor Yacht – Semi-Displacement or Planing Motor Yachts 50m+ category.Judges described Special One as "spectacularly different," with one noting: "She is truly special! This yacht is so unusual, so different and so successfully done." The award recognizes the vessel's unique combination of sportfishing capabilities and luxury amenities.Vripack's co-creative director Bart Bouwhuis commented: "The owner's desire to build one of the coolest and challenging boats to ever hit water was unwavering from the outset." The design maintains traditional American sportfisher proportions while incorporating innovative features like a 28m² fish cockpit, DJ station, and cinema with rising projector screen.Interior highlights include walnut and oak finishes, a 237-piece parquet dining floor, and a sky lounge with custom blue glass chandelier. Technical innovations include laser-powered fiberglass exterior lighting.The World Superyacht Awards ceremony took place in May 2025, honoring exceptional vessels in the global luxury yacht market. Special One represents Royal Huisman's first sportfisher project and Vripack's largest motor yacht design to date.Royal Huisman is a Dutch shipyard established in 1884 in Ronduite, building and refitting custom luxury sailing and motor yachts at its shipyard in Vollenhove, the Netherlands.Credit: Guillaume Plisson, all provided by Vripack
May 7, 2025
The upcoming South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show 2025 at Ocean Village Marina in Southampton will showcase several world and UK premieres from leading marine manufacturers. The event, scheduled for May 9-11, will highlight new models across both power and sail categories with a focus on innovation and sustainable technologies.Among the notable debuts, Cockwells Modern & Classic Boatbuilding will present the Hardy 45 European, making its world premiere. The 45-foot vessel combines offshore capabilities with inland waterway navigation, powered by twin Yanmar 440hp engines reaching speeds up to 28 knots. Dave Cockwell, Founder and Sales Director, stated: "Our all-new Hardy 45 European provides an extraordinarily luxurious and secure environment for ocean crossings and long-distance cruising."Hardy 45The show will introduce four models to the UK market for the first time, including the BENTE28 sailing yacht with its distinctive IMOCA-style dodger, the high-speed Delta 33 Coupé from Sweden, the modular Axopar 29 Sun Top adventure boat, and the versatile Saxdor 340 GTWA walkaround cruiser.Hanse 360Additional show debuts will feature the award-winning Hanse 360 sailing yacht, recently named European Yacht of the Year 2025, alongside the FJORD 39 XL powerboat and the Absolute 47 Fly flybridge cruiser. The Hanse 360 offers an optional sustainable sail package using recycled materials.Absolute 47 FlyTim Mayer, Sales and Marketing Director at MDL Marinas, commented: "Each year the South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show grows in scale and significance." The event will display over 90 boats both in-water and shoreside at the Harbour Hotel Southampton location.Credits: South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show
May 6, 2025
Benetti has launched FB287, a fully customized 67-meter steel yacht from its B.Now series featuring the Oasis Deck® design. The vessel represents Benetti's steel-hulled superyacht expertise, with exterior design by RWD and interiors by Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design. Engage Maritime served as owner's representative throughout the project."The launch of FB287 demonstrates the capabilities of the Benetti shipyard and the possibilities for clients to realize their ultimate expression of the yachting lifestyle," said Daniela Petrozzi, Benetti Sales Director.Key customizations include a rectangular elevator, marble guest staircase with glass balustrade, widened corridors, and multiple pool areas - an infinity pool on the Oasis Deck®, a spa pool on the observation deck, and a reflecting pool with waterfall effect on the owner's deck. The yacht features a lower-deck spa complex with sauna and steam room, a main deck saloon with grand piano, and an entire upper deck dedicated to the owner's private use.Originally conceived with light beach house interiors, FB287's owner requested a darker, richer aesthetic inspired by Gatsby-era styling. The final design incorporates woods like sycamore, ebony, and macassar, along with specialty marbles and metal detailing. Despite the dramatic style change from initial concepts, the design maintains seamless flow between interior and exterior spaces through coordinated material selections.Following launch, FB287 will undergo sea trials before scheduled delivery this summer. The project marks Benetti's successful adaptation of its B.Now platform to meet specific owner requirements while maintaining the series' signature indoor-outdoor living philosophy.Founded in 1873, Benetti is the oldest Italian shipyard specializing in luxury yachts. Benetti designs, builds and sells composite vessels from 29 to 44m and steel and aluminum boats from 37 to over 100m. The fleet consists of five categories: Class, Oasis, B.Yond, B.Now and Custom to meet all the needs of the market. Benetti belongs to the Azimut|Benetti Group, the largest privately owned luxury yachting group in the world.Credits: Giuliano Sargentini/Benetti
May 6, 2025
The 35.51-meter sailing yacht Kiboko 4, designed by Nauta and built by Southern Wind, has been named "Sailing Yacht of the Year" at the 2024 World Superyacht Awards. This marks the second accolade for the SW108 series, following the recent regatta victories of sistership Gelliceaux at the St Barths Bucket and Ibiza JoySail events.Developed with naval architecture by Farr Yacht Design, Kiboko 4 was conceived to deliver optimal sailing performance while maintaining comfort for both competitive racing and leisure cruising. The owner's specifications emphasized enhanced speed, superior handling characteristics, and versatile functionality across different sailing conditions.The yacht's exterior showcases Nauta's signature GT styling with clean, modern lines and practical deck arrangements. Notable features include a composite coach roof with distinctive lightning bolt detailing, a color scheme pairing a dark hull with light grey superstructure, and an innovative transom that converts between tender garage and beach club configurations. Sustainable materials were incorporated throughout, including decking sourced from responsibly managed forests.Internally, the design team created a contemporary interior with Mediterranean influences. The layout maximizes natural light through generous hull windows and a saloon skylight, while material selections combine light oak woodwork with walnut accents and custom fabric treatments. Accommodation includes four guest cabins and three crew cabins, with the owner's suite positioned forward for privacy."We wanted to create something that embodies the owner's vision of blending performance with beauty, all while offering the versatility required for both thrilling regatta sailing and serene cruising," said Massimo Gino, CEO of Nauta.The award recognizes Kiboko 4's successful integration of high-performance sailing capabilities with refined living spaces, establishing it as a notable example in the superyacht sailing category.Southern Wind is a boutique bluewater sailing yacht shipyard founded in Cape Town in 1991. Since its foundation, SWS has specialized in the production of semi-custom high-performance superyachts. Credits: Southern Wind
May 6, 2025