Superyachts once again gathered at Port Hercule for the Monaco Yacht Show 2024, which celebrated its 33rd edition with the exhibition of 116 vessels, with an average length of 158 ft and the debut of 80 yachts, confirming Monte Carlo as the world's most important market to showcase the latest naval developments, with a focus on mega yachts of more than 328 ft.
Se contó con la participación de 560 expositores, incluidos los astilleros, además de proveedores de la industria naval privada, así como firmas de lujo entre automóviles, jets, helicópteros, moda y estilo de vida, a la vez de la presencia de diseñadores, arquitectos navales, fabricantes de equipos, constructores, corredores marítimos y expertos del mercado que ofrecen su asesoría para hacer realidad el proyecto de los visitantes.
A la par se organizaron conferencias impartidas por expertos, con diversas temáticas, poniendo especial énfasis en el futuro de la navegación, los nuevos combustibles y materiales, a la par de soluciones sostenibles para que los yates sean más respetuosos con el medio ambiente, además de lo último en tecnología.
Amels 80 by Damen Yachting.
The spectacular ships
Whisper, Lürssen. At 400 ft, it was the largest superyacht on display this year. Delivered in May 2024, she features an exterior design by Nuvolari Lenard and luxurious interiors by Reymond Langton Design. Its facilities include a helipad, indoor and outdoor movie theaters, beauty salon, gym and dance floor.
Energy, Amels. This 275 ft yacht was designed by Espen Oino, with interiors by François Zuretti. It includes seven luxury staterooms, a private sun deck on the owner's deck, beach club, spa, gym and lounge with a Steinway piano.
Ahpo, Lürssen. Formerly the largest superyacht in the show at 377 ft, this one boasts a remarkable number of high-end features such as a movie theater, gym and multiple entertainment spaces, making it a benchmark for on-board luxury.
Oceano 44, Mangusta. With an overall length of 144 ft, this boat is ideal for long voyages and features a design that seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor spaces with large expanses of glass. The pool has a partially transparent floor, allowing natural light to illuminate the owner's suite.
Lürsen's Kismet was the largest superyacht on display in Monte Carlo.
Akula, Baglietto. Launched in July 2024, this 180-ft. yacht stands out for its combination of modern Italian design and functionality. With a multi-level deck and swimming pool on the main deck, it offers an unparalleled luxury experience. In addition, the flexible interior design allows you to enjoy a space that adapts to different configurations.
Viva, Feadship. This 308 ft. superyacht is an industry leader in sustainability, combining luxury with advanced technologies to reduce environmental impact. It has an aerodynamic design to improve fuel efficiency and uses an innovative hybrid system to reduce emissions. The yacht is also a pioneer in the use of green technologies, incorporating solar panels and advanced energy management systems.
Moonstone, Amels. The exterior design of the Amels 200 bears the signature of Tim Heywood and hybrid electric power technology. It has a 1,000 sq ft. owner's suite with a balcony on the main deck and is one of the few 196 ft. yachts with an elevator. Her exterior features spacious decks, a helipad for landing and takeoff, and a beach club.
Xplorer 80, Damen Yachting. The latest addition to the Xplorer range, with a 262 ft design. The exterior design is by Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture. It is recognizable by the distinctive bow, observation lounge, enclosed pilothouse and lookout station.
Ferretti Group. The Italian fleet consisted of eight models, including two world premieres, wallywind110 - Galma and Custom Line 50 Asante, and the debuts of wallypower50 and Custom Line Navetta 38, plus Custom Line 140', Pershing GTX116 - Agartha, Pershing 140 and wallywhy200. wallywind110 Galma, the first yacht in the new wallywind range, is the largest sailing yacht delivered since Wally joined the Ferretti Group. Custom Line 50 Asante is the brand's first all-aluminum sport yacht under 500 GT.
Azimut|Benetti Group's Lusben showed its new keel pit for sailing yachts up to 70 meters.
Kasper 7, Clex and Asani, Benetti. The Benetti shipyard launched the Kasper 7 along with the Calex, both 219ft custom yachts, and Asani from the B.Now 50m family. Kasper 7 is 3-star certified by SEA Index, the tool launched by the Yacht Club de Monaco to measure the CO2 emissions of boats, reflecting Benetti's commitment to a conscious and environmentally friendly approach. Calex, a custom yacht with a steel hull and aluminum superstructure, was built by Benetti for a Californian owner. Asani, making her boat show debut, invites you to enjoy outdoor living with her spacious 387 sq ft beach club, an aft pool on the main deck and a forward Jacuzzi on the sundeck.
B.Yond 40M and 57M, Motopanfilo 45M and B.Loft, projects by Benetti. B.Yond is evolving thanks to the contribution of Igor Lobanov for the exterior design and Bonetti/Kozerski Architecture for the interior design, with two different concepts that underlie the identity of the new 40M and 57M. Motopanfilo 45M, with a steel hull and aluminum superstructure, is a modern reinterpretation of the "Navetta" concept in collaboration with RWD for the exterior design and Lazzarini & Pickering Architetti for the interior and exterior deck concept. Designed according to new architectural criteria, B.Loft is the new project by Cassetta Yacht Designers for Benetti that brings a residential feel to a mega yacht.
The latest from CRN. Four CRN superyachts are currently under construction at the Ancona Superyacht Yard. CRN M/Y 143 Project Maranello, 220 ft long in steel and aluminum, due in the fall of 2024. CRN M/Y 145 Project Thunderball, 230 ft in steel and aluminum, due for delivery in 2026, realized in collaboration with Vripack Exteriors and Naval Architecture. The CRN M/Y 144, scheduled for delivery in 2026, will be the new flagship of the historic brand with an overall length of 282 ft. And the new CRN M/Y Project 220 ft long, is the tenth joint project with Nuvolari Lenard and is scheduled for delivery in 2027.
Yacht Support 53 Five Oceans, built by the Damen Yachting shipyard.
The Honours
MYS 2024 was preceded by the second annual The Honours, which honored three individuals who have made a difference within and beyond the superyacht community. This year's prestigious Bowsprit Award went to Frederic Jousset, art philanthropist and creator of the first boat museum; Nick Entwisle, founder of Yachting Gives Back; and explorer Mike Horn, leader of the Pangaea X project.
Frédéric Jousset. Founder of the ArtExplorer Foundation, dedicated to democratizing access to culture and bringing art to the people. In 2023, he combined his passions for art and sailing to launch ArtExplorer, the world's largest catamaran, a floating museum that began a two-year voyage around the Mediterranean, visiting more than 15 destinations to offer free access to "art and art experiences".
Nick Entwisle. After decades in the superyacht industry, he launched Yachting Gives Back in 2019 to fight hunger and poverty in Mallorca. The charity attracted support from the yachting community and has grown into a well-organized initiative that donates food, clothing and financial aid to organizations such as Mallorca Sense Fam and Associació Tardor.
Mike Horn. In 2008, he launched Pangaea, a 114 ft sailboat, on a 52,000 nautical miles expedition involving young people in environmental and social projects in destinations such as Antarctica, India and Africa. His Pangaea X initiative continues this mission by educating the next generation about environmental challenges through the Young Explorers Program, a six-month incubation that empowers young innovators to tackle global issues.
Text: Amura ± Photo: Amels Yachting