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A fire broke out onboard the 31.7-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2228" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Elysium31.7m (104'0&quot;)Sanlorenzo2010">Elysium</a> on Monday, 16 December, in Puerto Sotogrande, Spain, where she had been in drydock for maintenance work since September 2024. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/341682/image/large-f1096db86aeb7fd1886e4e385b01229b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/341682">At around 18:30 on Monday, on-site officials first observed that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2228" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Elysium31.7m (104'0&quot;)Sanlorenzo2010">Elysium</a>’s bow was emitting clouds of smoke, prompting them to notify authorities. However, local broadcasters reported that the fire rapidly spread due to the blustery winds along with the presence of fuel onboard the motor yacht.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/341656/image/large-73339be35065f7b356c39ab84f220f27.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/341656"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/341681/image/large-d7a309e3bbf3d98d7f5c83580a53ebd6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/341681">The flames were then blasted with foam by the firefighters, before they could spread to the two nearby gasoline boats on cinder blocks. The fire was ultimately extinguished by 5:00 on the morning of Tuesday, 17 December. The extent of damage to the yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2228" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Elysium31.7m (104'0&quot;)Sanlorenzo2010">Elysium</a> is not yet fully known. At the date of publication, it is unclear whether there are any injuries caused by the fire.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/341683/image/large-fe3381d33d6789faaa7edc61980e76bc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/341683">As a result of the incident, the Guardia Civil and San Roque local police have evacuated the yard and limited street access, as surrounding restaurants needed to be temporarily closed down.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/341665/image/large-222b7ce4fc19a9186a331775223756a6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/341665">Delivered in 2010 as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> SL104 series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2228" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Elysium31.7m (104'0&quot;)Sanlorenzo2010">Elysium</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/586" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Francesco Paszkowski (Company)">Francesco Paszkowski</a>, interiors penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1937" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dordoni Architetti (Company)">Dordoni Architetti</a>, and naval architecture crafted in-house by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/90660/image/large-ca48ab4a2be3650a3c6df753975302c8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/90660">At a volume of just under 200 GT, the motor yacht, previously named Zulu, could accommodate as many as six guests onboard, as well as a crew of up to four members. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/94024/image/large-733dc0d76a6bd00fa5c1eb0e9f13aee6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/94024">Performance-wise, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2228" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Elysium31.7m (104'0&quot;)Sanlorenzo2010">Elysium</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines that propel her to a cruising speed of 26 knots and a top speed of 28 knots. In addition, she is composed of a GRP hull and superstructure. &nbsp;&nbsp;

32m yacht Elysium catches fire in Spain

A fire broke out onboard the 31.7-metre Sanlorenzo motor yacht Elysium in Puerto Sotogrande, Spain on Monday evening.

Fire onboard 32m Sanlorenzo yacht Elysium in Sotogrande, Spain

For the past two decades Massimo Perotti has led the Italian shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> from strength to strength, helping to forge a reputation for excellence that is globally recognised. Recognised as the Entrepreneur of the Year award in 2019, honouring his dedication to inspiring his team with an innovative spirit and strategic vision, Massimo is known for taking risks, pushing his company into unknown waters and for taking the lead in the move toward a more sustainable future for the entire superyacht sector.&nbsp;We recently sat down with Massimo to understand a little more about where this unstoppable drive comes from, why he has personally invested so deeply in the future of technology and his approach to yachting as an art form.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/319402/image/large-c1f81edb2276e01905c8b8fc3761ada7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/319402">What motivates you to keep innovating, and how do you approach taking such significant risks in a traditionally conservative industry?Innovation has always been at the heart of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>’s operations, making it one of our distinctive traits in the yachting market and one of our strengths for business growth. What drives our constant search for innovation is the desire to push the boundaries of what is possible in both yacht design and engineering, while meeting the evolving needs and desires of our clients. The passion for creating something unique and exceptional motivates us, and at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> we are always looking for new solutions to blend luxury, performance and sustainability in ways never seen before.Introducing industry-changing solutions means taking a proactive approach to technological advancements, thanks to a delicate balance of vision, planning and collaboration. We’re proud and grateful about the relationship we have with our owners, who share with us the excitement of being pioneers for new technologies and models. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/319400/image/large-61e24b536e7293fae90291fd0d189ce5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/319400"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>&nbsp;has introduced groundbreaking features over the years, can you share the process and challenges involved in bringing these ideas to life?The strong drive for innovation has always characterised the company's vision and has allowed it to introduce numerous solutions over the years, profoundly changing the yachting sector. These include the new SL86A, which will be presented at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/210" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cannes Yachting Festival - 2024">Cannes Yachting Festival 2024</a>, and the creation of yachts with asymmetric lines, which rewrote the conventional on-board balances, redesigning spaces and offering new perspectives and ways of living the sea. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> is particularly proud to present to the world, among all the other innovations, the new 50Steel, the world's first superyacht equipped with a green methanol Reformer Fuel Cell system which will be the trailblazer for the future of yachting.As with other <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>’s innovations, these projects started with an idea, often inspired by constant dialogue with our clients, as well as design trends and technological advancements, and is then nurtured by our passion for innovation. The search for new solutions is a constant commitment at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> and involves all the people of the Group, who are called upon to contribute during the ideation, design, development and final implementation stages. Whatever the challenge, the final result must lead to the creation of a product capable of amaze for its groundbreaking innovations and timeless design, flagships of top-level Made in Italy.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/319399/image/large-83871898543b8a32563b02ae10f1e06f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/319399">The asymmetry concept and the implementation of fuel cells on the new 50Steel&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11733" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Almax49.99m (164'0&quot;)Sanlorenzo2024">Almax</a>&nbsp;are remarkable achievements. Can you share some of the R&amp;D efforts and investments required to make these innovations a reality?The introduction of the asymmetric concept in the yacht market is the result of the successful collaboration between creative designers with diverse experiences and perspectives and was a true revolution, especially because it broke the traditional bilateral symmetry typical of most yachts. Our focus on asymmetrical design allowed for the optimal use of all available spaces on board, both external and internal, creating a direct connection with the sea: a feeling that our clients increasingly appreciate and want to experience. The development and realisation of the entire asymmetrical project, required an intense effort and an ongoing commitment. Something like this, able to permeate our yachts in their wholeness, had never been done before.&nbsp;As for the Reformer Fuel Cell system, we have been evaluating this technology since 2018, and then invested from 2021 in the development of the methanol Fuel Cell technology thanks to an exclusive partnership signed with Siemens Energy and an EU funded project. The result is <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11733" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Almax49.99m (164'0&quot;)Sanlorenzo2024">Almax</a>, the first superyacht to use a green methanol Fuel Cell system, completely carbon neutral, which allows generating up to a maximum of 100kW to power all the hotel services on board, covering about 90% of the typical usage time of a superyacht. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/264791/image/large-203d57a7f2c50f8d96cf0536912508c3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/264791">What future sustainable technologies do you foresee in yacht design?Sustainability will become an increasingly crucial driver of growth in the yachting sector in the near future, because it is the new generations of yacht owners who are demanding it. Although yachting accounts for only 0.22% of the total GHG emissions of the entire shipping sector, with our strategic plan "Road to 2030," <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> has made it its mission to pave the way towards carbon neutrality, making sustainability one of the pillars of its business development. Again, the 50Steel project is a first concrete expression of this commitment.Based on our vision and direct experience, in the next five years we will witness a significant shift; companies producing marine engines are investing more and more in the development of dual fuel solutions, with methanol replacing the traditional diesel propulsion. In the next 8 years, considering the significant acceleration of technological innovation in our sector, it is likely that propulsion powered 100% by methanol will be adopted. The key goal of all shipyards will be to reduce the overall CO2 emissions of their yachts, considering the life cycle of the materials and products used, and engaging the supply chain in a conversion process, which we are already supporting and promoting.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/264793/image/large-7b388e4e8e0f857aea196f197db4c275.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/264793">How does <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> balance the demand for luxury and performance with the imperative to reduce environmental impact?&nbsp;Our ongoing commitment towards sustainable solutions is, of course, intertwined with the indistinguishable identity of the brand, symbolised by elegance and timeless design. One of the most effective examples of how <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> manages to combine luxury, performance, and sustainability is the 50Steel, an advanced model not only from a technological standpoint, but also in terms of exterior and interior design. Another extraordinary example is our SP110: an advanced, evolved, and revolutionary proposal that combines green sensitivity with unparalleled comfort and performance. It features a fractional propulsion system composed of three significantly smaller engines, which allow for great flexibility and reduced consumption. SP110 has recently been awarded the prestigious Compasso d'Oro by the ADI Design Museum in Milan, which celebrates virtuous projects that combine quality, innovation, and cultural impact.Can you provide insights into any ongoing or upcoming projects at&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>&nbsp;aimed at further enhancing sustainability in your yacht designs?We have several projects currently under development or implementation aimed at further enhancing sustainability. Indeed, we have already signed a second agreement with Siemens Energy for developing even further the Reformer Fuel Cell system, to be completed by 2026, with the goal of expanding the application range of Fuel Cells and thus further reducing size, weight, and costs.&nbsp;As further evidence of our commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our activities, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> has recently signed a €91.5 million agreement with the Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy (MIMIT). This agreement aims to implement an ambitious industrial investment program focused on maximum sustainability and technological innovation, particularly regarding green fuels and materials applied to product development, as well as the digitalization of services and processes.&nbsp;All these investments and efforts are aligned towards one ambitious goal: to deliver the first carbon-neutral powered ship by 2030.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/319401/image/large-309bbab7a30e3a2a1bb5cb643b84c888.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/319401">How do you integrate art into your yacht designs, and why do you believe this connection is essential for the brand?Here, too, we have been pioneers for the entire industry, embracing the world of design and architecture, and entrusting the interior projects of our yachts to authoritative international names such as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1937" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dordoni Architetti (Company)">Dordoni Architetti</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5082" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel (Company)">Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/78" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lissoni & Partners (Company)">Piero Lissoni</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5082" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel (Company)">Patricia Urquiola</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5705" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Michele Bonan (Company)">Michele Bonan</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/331" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Liaigre (Company)">Studio Christian Liaigre</a>, among many others. This insight allowed for the introduction of new languages and stylistic elements on board, profoundly transforming the classical interpretation of the interior space of a top-class yacht. &nbsp;This fervent contamination with the world of design and architecture has progressively led our shipyard to explore the art world more broadly and deeply. Eventually, we decided to become a true producer of culture and design, inspired by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>'s principle of “exploring the present by continuously surpassing its boundaries'': the crowning achievement of this journey, in 2025, will be the opening of Sanlorenzo Arts Venice, the Group’s hub located in Venice which aims to be a vital cultural institution. The constant dialogue with the protagonists of art and design represents a continuous source of cultural enrichment for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>, generating new ideas that are then reinterpreted on board our yachts. Our close relationship with the art world is a key element in continuing to fuel the creative vein that makes our shipyard a recognised leader in the sector of design, elegance, and luxury style made in Italy.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280998/image/large-fd12ba31df7fd056815438b645967d03.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280998">What have been some of the most significant challenges you've faced in your journey of innovation and risk-taking and how have you overcome them?One of the biggest challenges we faced in the recent past was the realisation of the second unit of the line 57Steel, a superyacht which features 5 decks and a tonnage of 1,050 GT conceived as an ambitious project to combine technological development, passion, design vision, comfort, and a sensitivity to sustainability. We have had fantastic success with this model, with two yachts delivered and another two under construction.&nbsp;In detail, the realisation of this unit presented significant challenges from an engineering and technical perspective, such as the relocation of the wheelhouse to an additional deck, the Bridge Deck, allowing the Upper Deck to be entirely dedicated to the owner. Another element that defines the uniqueness of this yacht is the resin floor, a new material for yacht construction, the realisation of which required modifications to the traditional production process. Moreover, one of the features most appreciated is the extraordinary 110 metres–squared beach area, created by opening hatches on three sides which become small beaches on the water's edge.&nbsp;But one of the most interesting challenges was meeting the clients' request for a "masterpiece" within the boat: we identified the central staircase as the key element around which to pivot the surprise effect. The project thus features an imposing central custom-made staircase defined by soft curves, that connects all the decks of the vessel. It was a stimulating challenge not only from a formal and stylistic perspective but also from an engineering and craftsmanship standpoint, due to the complexities arising from placing such a sculptural staircase in such a compact space. The final result is an incredible yacht, one of the most astonishing the market has even seen. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/280981/image/large-a35c93330efb741458c3ed65920509e3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/280981">Finally, what is your vision for the future of&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>, and what new frontiers do you aim to explore in yacht design and technology in the coming years?First of all, it is essential to recognise that the future of yachting belongs to the new generations of yacht owners who use their yachts up to 120 days a year, to spend time with their friends and families as well as to work and stay in contact with their colleagues and clients. Vessels, as a consequence, are becoming an increasingly significant part of their owners' lives, who will continue to demand more and more sustainable solutions in terms of materials, energy generation, emission reduction, and consumption optimisation.&nbsp;For this reason, the continuous innovation that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> will bring to the market will have to go along with the development of more sustainable solutions, as already said. That, while remaining faithful to our core values and distinctive traits. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311871/image/large-91b6d90eafa2f70d45e61ed863a67a6c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311871">How do you see the role of&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>&nbsp;evolving in the global yachting industry, and what legacy do you hope to leave behind as a pioneer of innovation and design?<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>'s vocation is to be a pioneer in the global yachting industry and we are determined to continue to play this role, which is recognised not only by the industry, but by shipowners around the world. Our constant approach to finding cutting-edge solutions in design, technology and sustainability, and our revolutionary spirit, so to speak, that leads us to think outside the box and achieve the unthinkable, have inspired other players to follow in our footsteps. Our path to create a sustainable future for the nautical industry is conceived with a holistic approach: an example is the creation of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> Foundation, which aims to help and support all those territories which are strictly connected to the sea. The Foundation is strongly supported by our owners, a sign of the great connection of values which ties the shipyard to the clients.&nbsp;

Massimo Perotti of Sanlorenzo interview

We recently sat down with Massimo to understand a little more about where this unstoppable drive comes from.

Massimo Perotti on his approach to innovation, sustainability and taking risks

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SanLorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> executive chairman Massimo Perotti has been awarded the Entrepreneur of the Year 2019 title due to his outstanding leadership and drive. The jury, which consists of renowned representatives from the fields of institutions, economics and business, awarded the 23rd EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award to Massimo Perotti “for having transformed an outstanding Italian company into a brand recognized around the world as the maximum expression of elegance and exclusivity Made in Italy, moving forward on a path of growth with courage and determination, while constantly investing in the territory and human resources.”&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/105329/image/large-bcb78751352b8d60194d71faba4121f2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/105329">The Ernst &amp; Young Award is a reward for entrepreneurs who have excelled throughout their career by contributing value, innovation and strategic visions to the Italian economy, which this year commemorates the Italian entrepreneur Massimo Perotti’s ingenuity and creativity.&nbsp;Perotti expressed his gratitude and commented: “It is a great honour for me to receive this award which rewards the work, commitment and dedication of the entire company over the years. Every success is always the result of teamwork, and if we have experienced this phase of extraordinary expansion over the last 15 years, which has permitted us to reach the apex of the worldwide production of yachts and superyachts, it is above all thanks to the men and women who work inside&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SanLorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>.”<img src="/uploads/store/photo/105337/image/large-a25f23d9f018f74534ddf00bec99adf2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/105337">He continues, “Over the years, one of the company’s main areas of investment has been that of human resources. For this reason, during the period of the crisis, we were able to not lose any of the benefits of that investment, completely avoiding layoffs. Especially because of their work, we have continued to create projects whose peerless quality and workmanship are acknowledged and appreciated all over the world, thanks to a unique combination of crafts, technology, design and passion.”Massimo Perotti has brought great value to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SanLorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> since joining the Italian company back in 2005 and is recognised for perfecting the balance of technology and craftsmanship with determination and great entrepreneurial vision. Thanks to his achievements, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SanLorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> has grown significantly and has contributed greatly to the world of yachting. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/7145/image/large-287bbaa2f5836eb0581b471795627ca9.JPG" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/7145">Perotti’s desire to innovate in unexplored directions has, amongst others, opened up the world of design as he ushered in vast collaborations with renowned designers such as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1937" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dordoni Architetti (Company)">Dordoni Architetti</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5082" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel (Company)">Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/78" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lissoni Associati (Company)">Piero Lissoni</a> (art director of the brand since 2018) and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5443" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Patricia Urquiola (Company)">Patricia Urquiola</a>. His novel approach also paved the way for the art world as Perotti developed ties with influential galleries and cultural institutions, amongst which was the global partnership agreement with Art Basel, signed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SanLorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> in 2018. &nbsp;

Entrepreneur of the Year 2019 awarded to Massimo Perotti from Sanlorenzo

Sanlorenzo executive chairman Massimo Perotti has been awarded the 23rd EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award.

Sanlorenzo's Massimo Perotti awarded Entrepreneur of the Year 2019

With two weeks to go until the 2016 edition of the Singapore Yacht Show (SYS) kicks off, here we take a look at some of the largest superyachts heading to this year’s event. 
	 

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The largest vessel at the show will be the 56 metre Lady Candy, built by Benetti in 2013. Benetti Asia will also be presenting two new models at SYS 2016; the Delfino 95’ and the Mediterraneo 116’, the newest model in the yard’s Displacement Class range. The 30.5 metre yacht marks a new direction in exterior layout and design for Benetti while still carrying forward the family styling. 

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Closely following Lady Candy in terms of size, Dutch shipyard Amels will also be presenting the 55 metre La Familia. Launched just over a year ago in February 2015, this Amels Limited Editions 180 features exterior design by Tim Heywood Design, with interior design from Lambert &amp; Thurnherr. 

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Built by New Zealand shipyard Sensation Yachts in 2007, the all-aluminium vessel Sensation will also be attending the show. Measuring 49.9 metres, she is designed in her entirety by Sensation Yachts’ in-house team, and underwent an extensive four month refit in Langkawi in 2013. Sensation will be represented by Fraser Yachts.

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The 43.4 metre Triple 8 is another of the largest yachts scheduled to be presented in Singapore. Built by the Danish shipyard Royal Denship in 2008, she is designed by Diana Yacht Design and features an interior by Michela Reverberi.

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The 34 metre Azul A will be represented by Azul Marine at the Show. Custom built by the Dutch shipyard Moonen in 1997, she was completely refitted in 2010 and is designed by Newcruise. 
	 
	The Sanlorenzo 104 will also make her Asian premiere at the upcoming event. Measuring 31.7 metres, she features exterior design from the renowned Francesco Paszkowski, whilst her interior design was undertaken by Dordoni Architetti. She is being represented by Simpson Marine, who will also be showcasing the Monte Carlo Yachts 86 in what will be her first appearance at the show. 
	 
	This years marks the sixth edition of the Singapore Yacht Show. The SuperYacht Times’ sales and editorial teams will both be present for the duration of the show, held from the 7th to 10th April. To get in touch with our team to discuss the latest advertising, sales or editorial opportunities at SuperYacht Company, please feel free to contact <a href="mailto:sales@superyachtcompany.com" style="font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px; line-height: 1.38; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);" target="_blank">sales@superyachtcompany.com</a> or <a href="mailto:charl@superyachtcompany.com" style="font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px; line-height: 1.38; color: rgb(17, 85, 204); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);" target="_blank">charl@superyachtcompany.com</a>.