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Founded in 2020, Amsterdam-based <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7420" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="the Touch Studio (Company)">the Touch Studio</a> was established by Italian designers Veronica Vergari and Timothy Baldacci, with a creative practice spanning yacht and residential design. The studio is currently involved in the interior design of two superyacht projects, the 45.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nolimits (Company)">Nolimits</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gemini45.1m (147'12&quot;)Nolimits2026">Gemini</a> and the 47-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> Project Berserk 47.Speaking with SuperYacht Times, the founders reflect on the decision to establish their own studio, how they became involved in both projects, and how their approach to interior design is shaped by broader shifts within the yachting sector.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385438/image/large-6708a3a5be230b907976e8c71fbf4ea2.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385438">How did your respective paths lead you into yacht interior design?Veronica: We met in Milan while studying interior design at university, where we specialised in yacht design. From the outset, we shared an interest in how interior spaces are experienced, rather than approached purely as decorative exercises.After graduating, we moved to Amsterdam, where I gained experience across high-end residential and hospitality projects while working with a range of established design studios.Timothy: For our graduation project, Veronica and I worked in the same group and chose to develop a yacht design concept that explored both exterior and interior design. The project later gained industry visibility and marked our first experience collaborating on a yacht-related concept at an early design stage.After graduating, we both worked at Marcel Wanders Studio in Amsterdam before our professional paths diverged. I went on to focus primarily on product design, particularly furniture, while continuing to engage with exterior yacht projects in parallel. Over time, this included participation in several international competitions for emerging designers, which helped inform a more integrated approach to design, considering exterior and interior as part of a coherent whole from the earliest stages. A key step professionally was joining <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/926" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design (Company)">Sinot Yacht Architecture &amp; Design</a>, which played an important role in shaping my understanding of the yachting sector.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385433/image/large-be57e7278dcc06803e9266f4e21f4134.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385433">What prompted the decision to establish the Touch Studio?Veronica: We had long shared the ambition to establish our own studio, which we did in 2020, and were conscious of first gaining experience across different areas of design within the same broader field. Over time, it became clear that the moment felt right to take that step.From the outset, our focus has been on understanding how spaces are used and experienced by the people who inhabit them. Rather than working to a fixed stylistic language or following prevailing trends, we approach each project through the lens of the client’s requirements and the specific context of the space.Our process begins with an emphasis on use, movement and daily routines, allowing the design to develop as a coherent narrative rather than as a collection of isolated elements. Architectural decisions, furnishings and detailing are considered together, with the aim of creating interiors that feel consistent and considered throughout.Timothy: By the time we decided to establish the studio in Amsterdam in 2020, we had both spent several years building experience across different parts of the design sector in the Netherlands, which gave us a clearer sense of how we wanted to work. In practical terms, the studio initially focused more heavily on residential projects, allowing us to establish ourselves and build momentum during the first few years.&nbsp;From there, our work gradually began to shift back towards yachting, initially on smaller vessels, before moving relatively quickly into larger projects. Today, our core focus sits around the 50-metre range, slightly above and below, which has become the segment where we are most active. Early yacht interior projects helped reinforce that direction.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385434/image/large-6435cc1eb8f76167dd2ec2113cbc8c7c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385434">How did your involvement with Rossinavi come about?Timothy: Having grown up in Viareggio, I was exposed to yacht building from an early age, watching yards such as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Overmarine Group SPA (Company)">Overmarine</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/162" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Codecasa S.p.A. (Company)">Codecasa</a> operating in and out of the port. That environment left a lasting impression, and working on projects in Viareggio today carries a particular professional significance.Veronica: Alignment played an important role. From the outset, there was a shared understanding with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a>, both in terms of how we work and how we communicate and collaborate. Our involvement began with the yard’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nolimits (Company)">Nolimits</a> Collection, where we worked on the interior design framework for the semi-custom range spanning the 30-metre, 37-metre, 37+-metre, 45-metre and 45+-metre models. The 45.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nolimits (Company)">Nolimits</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gemini45.1m (147'12&quot;)Nolimits2026">Gemini</a> was the first vessel launched within the 45-metre line.Timothy: A few months later, this led to our involvement in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> Project Berserk 47. The fully bespoke interior allowed the design to be developed closely around the client’s vision, with decisions shaped by a clearly defined brief rather than a pre-existing framework.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385435/image/large-c906b20d8442965e122f4fd5b432766e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385435">What were the key interior design priorities for&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gemini45.1m (147'12&quot;)Nolimits2026">Gemini</a>&nbsp;and Project Berserk 47?Timothy: The primary interior priority for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gemini45.1m (147'12&quot;)Nolimits2026">Gemini</a> was to create a relaxed, family-oriented environment. The brief called for a yacht that felt more like a setting for shared moments than a formal space, which informed a palette centred on natural materials and lighter tones to create a bright, open atmosphere.That restrained base provided a framework for the introduction of stronger character through art. Working closely with the client during the art selection process, colour and contrast were used to introduce identity and energy throughout the interior. These more expressive elements are layered onto the calmer background, allowing the spaces to develop a clear sense of character without becoming visually overwhelming.Veronica: What made <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gemini45.1m (147'12&quot;)Nolimits2026">Gemini</a> particularly rewarding was the opportunity to work across the project with a consistent and integrated approach. Architectural elements, furnishings and material choices were developed together, allowing the interior to be shaped as a coherent whole rather than as a series of separate components.By designing both the spaces and the furniture pieces, a consistent design language was maintained throughout, contributing to an interior that feels balanced and clearly resolved. This alignment between architecture, furniture and materiality helped establish a sense of continuity and clarity across the yacht.Project Berserk 47 was developed closely around the client’s requirements and personal vision. From the outset, the brief drew on references associated with Zen environments and garden spaces, with an emphasis on balance, restraint and clarity in the overall composition.The interior was structured around a clear narrative, using a controlled palette of natural materials including refined wood finishes, textiles and natural stone. These elements were applied consistently to introduce warmth and depth, while maintaining a calm and composed atmosphere throughout the yacht.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385432/image/large-4569aaacc02e91fd0672b39a64ab26de.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385432">Timothy: That philosophy informed a number of specific design decisions. One example is a bespoke hand-painted wall treatment featuring Japanese koi fish motifs, which reference the concept of yin and yang. The artwork unfolds vertically along the high-gloss blue staircase, creating a visual link between the decks and reinforcing a sense of movement through the interior.Nature was also a central theme, but approached pragmatically. Rather than introducing living plants, which can be challenging to maintain onboard, we worked with an Italian specialist to incorporate preserved botanical elements. These include Japanese-style trees housed within enclosed display structures, allowing the presence of natural references without the operational demands of a traditional onboard garden. This balance between concept and practicality reflects our broader approach to design development, where research and material solutions are used to address functional constraints.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385431/image/large-c7ad152eb7eefa4f0bc5c17c824e6433.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385431">How do you approach the interior design process on a yacht when balancing technical constraints with the expectations of owners, exterior designers and naval architects?Timothy: Interior design on yachts operates in close coordination with both the exterior designer and the naval architect. In this respect, it can be compared to residential projects, where architecture and interior design are distinct disciplines that rely on continuous dialogue. On fully custom yachts in particular, multiple design identities may be present, with the client ultimately acting as the point of convergence between them.This dynamic can be especially complex on technically driven yachts, where the underlying structure is intentionally functional. Elements such as garages, equipment storage and tender spaces introduce a distinctly operational character, while the interior brief often calls for a more refined environment. Managing that contrast is a central part of the design process.More broadly, this tension is reflected in current design tendencies. Increasingly, yacht interiors are moving towards cleaner lines, larger surfaces and a more restrained formal language. Compared with the more articulated compositions of the past, recent projects tend to prioritise clarity and continuity between structure and surface. This approach is evident in projects such as Project Berserk 47, where the relationship between architecture and interior is intentionally simplified to create a calm and coherent onboard environment. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385429/image/large-aaefd67c239e8a845995a4a1a6aca3b5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385429">Are there any yacht designs that you particularly admire?Timothy: One project I particularly admire is the 38.55-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5503" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Taransay38.55m (126'6&quot;)Rossinavi2015">Taransay</a>. It is not necessarily aligned with our own design language, but we are often drawn to projects that carry a strong sense of history and craftsmanship. For us, looking back at how things were made, and at the level of detailing involved, is an important source of inspiration.Veronica: What I find interesting about <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5503" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Taransay38.55m (126'6&quot;)Rossinavi2015">Taransay</a> is the approach taken to her redevelopment. An existing yacht was reinterpreted using contemporary technology, while retaining a clear connection to her original character. The project demonstrates how historical context and modern design thinking can be brought together in a way that feels considered and coherent.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/26756/image/large-7ce73cca04dc177c3adc14552f88f25e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/26756">

Inside the Touch Studio’s approach to superyacht interior design

An in-depth Q&A with Touch Studio on superyacht interior design, exploring process, collaboration, bespoke projects and design priorities trends now.

The Touch Studio on designing two 45m+ superyacht interiors

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nolimits (Company)">Nolimits</a>, an independent brand founded by the Rossi family, owners of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a>, has announced the launch of the 45.1-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gemini45.1m (147'12&quot;)Nolimits2026">Gemini</a>, marking the debut of its all-aluminium yacht line. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gemini45.1m (147'12&quot;)Nolimits2026">Gemini</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fulvio De Simoni Yacht Design (Company)">Fulvio De Simoni Yacht Design</a>, with interiors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7420" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="the Touch Studio (Company)">The Touch Studio</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/377734/image/large-781dbcb795b58a6871264d9ff0121d00.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/377734">The owner was introduced to the shipyard through <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5077" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Yacht Group (Company)">Italian Yacht Group</a>. Their alignment on design priorities and operational requirements led to the development of a project that reflects the owner’s preferences. On the lower deck, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gemini45.1m (147'12&quot;)Nolimits2026">Gemini</a>'s stern transforms into an elegant beach club, creating a direct connection to the sea. A fold-down transformer platform lowers to water level, forming a dedicated area for swimming, water sports, or boarding. Just forward lies the gym, a fitness space with sea views and direct access to the water. Twin stairways link the beach club to the main deck cockpit above, creating a seamless transition between the two areas and reinforcing the yacht’s focus on open, connected living.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/61029" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title='Rossinavi COO on establishing Nolimits: "The vision targets a new market segment" (2024-07-22 11:30:00 +0200)'>Rossinavi COO on establishing Nolimits: "The vision targets a new market segment"</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/377729/image/large-c3c7d3f74e29c8772570b1c4672778e0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/377729">The main deck opens aft with a spacious lounge-style cockpit that extends naturally from the beach club below. The upper deck features a large outdoor dining area, complete with a sociable table and comfortable seating overlooking the sea. Forward on this deck, a pool surrounded by sunpads and loungers forms an open-air retreat with panoramic views over the horizon.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/377730/image/large-766ca0269a7433a87b0a84adc2bc3a37.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/377730"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gemini45.1m (147'12&quot;)Nolimits2026">Gemini</a>'s 110-square-metre sundeck serves as a versatile social and relaxation area. Aft, a panoramic lounge with low sofas and coffee tables offers uninterrupted sea views, while a shaded alfresco dining space sits amidships beneath the hard top. A central lounge area with modular seating and a fully equipped bar forms the heart of the deck, while at the bow, double sunpads provide a private setting for enjoying the sun and sea breeze.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/377731/image/large-8f7fc9d55e51ec2a33fd496c28eb7313.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/377731"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gemini45.1m (147'12&quot;)Nolimits2026">Gemini</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> C32 engines, enabling a top speed of 15 knots and a range exceeding 4,000 nautical miles at 10 knots. She is scheduled to be delivered later this year.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/377733/image/large-5d524377a2fab7cc62ee57c90f99ddfd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/377733">

Nolimits launches first 45m superyacht Gemini

Nolimits has announced the launch of the 45.1-metre superyacht Gemini, marking the debut of the brand’s all-aluminium yacht line.

Established in 2007 in Viareggio, Italy, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> originated from Cantiere Fratelli Rossi, a shipyard founded in the 1980s. Initially serving as a subcontractor, specialising in crafting steel and aluminium hulls and superstructures for other yacht builders. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> has since focused on constructing fully custom superyachts using these materials. Notable projects include the 70-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2550" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="High Power III70.0m (229'8&quot;)Rossinavi2011">High Power III</a> (formerly Numptia) and the 63-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5696" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Utopia IV63.0m (206'8&quot;)Rossinavi2018">Utopia IV</a>.Earlier this year, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> expanded its portfolio by introducing <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nolimits (Company)">Nolimits</a>, a new brand that marks a significant shift into the semi-custom market. This line offers five models, each ranging from 30 to 45-metres in length, designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fulvio De Simoni Yacht Design (Company)">Fulvio De Simoni</a>.<a href="http://superyachttimes.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Superyacht Times</a> Features Writer Enrico Chhibber met with Federico Rossi, Chief Operating Officer, and Cristian Meriggi, Head of Marketing at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a>, to discuss the company's strategic decision to enter the semi-custom yacht production market, the impact on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a>'s capacity to build fully custom yachts, and future plans.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/302251/image/large-e64f4a62ba36eca8ff6666a5a12184c4.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/302251">Rossi attributed the strategic decision to establish the semi-custom brand <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nolimits (Company)">Nolimits</a> to thorough market analysis. He noted,”We realised that this segment lacked high-performance yachts with true marine capability and metal construction, akin to fully custom yachts.”&nbsp;Moreover, he elaborated that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> had received numerous inquiries from potential clients. “The full-custom superyacht is a type of product that generally appeals to experienced owners who are familiar with the sea and have already owned other yachts. These owners know exactly what they want from their customised vessels. To cater to this clientele, we design vessels with a high aptitude for the sea, summarising all the needs identified over decades in the industry.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/80766/image/large-e6913114a360c0b91f052161ffb76309.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/80766">When recounting the decision to launch <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nolimits (Company)">Nolimits</a> as a new brand rather than a line, Rossi clarified that the vision behind <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nolimits (Company)">Nolimits</a> targets a new market segment. “This brand provides a fleet with a high marine attitude, positioned midway between explorer and superyacht styles, categorising <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nolimits (Company)">Nolimits</a> in the crossover segment.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/302254/image/large-83b607f510a1020af72f732f94dd83fd.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/302254">Regarding the origin of the name <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nolimits (Company)">Nolimits</a>, Rossi explained that it was chosen based on two main factors. First, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> was already accustomed to building fully custom superyachts, and the concept of a semi-custom line meant doing so without limitations, even in the replicable models. Second, these yachts are designed without optional features; everything is integrated, reflecting their commitment to seamless navigation. “The name <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nolimits (Company)">Nolimits</a> encapsulates this philosophy of unrestricted navigation." For Rossi, the name is easy to pronounce and recognisable worldwide, making it an ideal choice that effectively represents our brand.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/319441/image/large-840e7f33bc9ea101a324c43ca8682ccb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/319441">&nbsp;According to Rossi, the decision to partner with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fulvio De Simoni Yacht Design (Company)">Fulvio De Simoni</a> for the exterior design of the Nolimits series stems from a mutual respect between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fulvio De Simoni Yacht Design (Company)">De Simoni</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fulvio De Simoni Yacht Design (Company)">De Simoni</a> has been involved in designing multiple superyachts for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a>, including the exteriors of the 49.9-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11169" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bel149.9m (163'9&quot;)Rossinavi2024">Bel1</a>, the 49-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5953" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aurora49.0m (160'9&quot;)Rossinavi2017">Aurora</a>, and the recently launched 42.75-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12135" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seawolf X42.75m (140'3&quot;)Rossinavi2024">Seawolf X</a>. Rossi added that: “He has been able to harmonise these lines, transforming the typically wide and tall profiles of large boats into more attractive silhouettes. This approach was particularly effective with the catamaran <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12135" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seawolf X42.75m (140'3&quot;)Rossinavi2024">S</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12135" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seawolf X42.75m (140'3&quot;)Rossinavi2024">eawolf X</a>, a vessel that generally tends to be quite bulky.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/306191/image/large-bda13dca99c83c0663816794a554f95a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/306191">As for how <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nolimits (Company)">Nolimits</a> would impact <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a>’s construction capacity, Rossi revealed that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> has a dedicated area for building yachts under the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nolimits (Company)">Nolimits</a> brand. They can construct up to four units simultaneously in both Viareggio and Pisa, with the first model already under construction in Viareggio.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/311874/image/large-e5727a5f4b325cf4fb707906bac8f66e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/311874"> Earlier this year <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> built and launched their first multi-hull superyacht, the 42.75-metre<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/12135" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seawolf X42.75m (140'3&quot;)Rossinavi2024">&nbsp;Seawolf X</a>. When asked if the yard aims to continue constructing catamarans, Rossi noted that the shipyard intends to pursue this direction, with a focus on envisioning and developing new propulsion systems. Rossi added that the catamaran concept stems from a vision of more sustainable luxury. He emphasised that catamarans are the ideal platform to integrate technologies involving power management and artificial intelligence with machine learning, to identify potential savings in electrical consumption and diesel fuel use. Given its suitability for this purpose, Rossi sees the catamaran as a cautious but growing trend. As a result, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> has decided to invest in various solutions based on the same Seawolf platform.The conversation then progressed to the adoption of new technologies, such as AI onboard, an area in which <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> has been actively involved. Rossi explained that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a>’s R&amp;D department is located at their facility in Viareggio, where they have established partnerships with leading companies in this field. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304348/image/large-2df9ff142fc9a4b8beb9c731583a8aad.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304348">For Rossi, the issue with artificial intelligence in the nautical world arises when importing software. The problem is ensuring that a yacht equipped with an AI system can guarantee compatibility and upgrades for the next 15 to 20 years with all other devices. “You can't just rely on any software house to promise this unless it's a trusted name like Microsoft or Apple. There's no equivalent level of trust for others in this field. Therefore, we designed our AI system to be 70 percent hardware,” stated Rossi. He further added, “We built the system so that the software component operates on an open circuit, integrating all devices. There is also machine learning software, which can be swapped out with another one without losing compatibility, though it may lose some memory of previous operations. Ensuring data compatibility is essential, but the electronic brain will still function. This was a challenge we had to address immediately.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/302256/image/large-c180dfb40be0829b195dd36ae1774bfa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/302256">Regarding future plans and developments, Rossi revealed: "We have built new sheds at our facilities in Pisa, not for significant production expansion, but to work more efficiently. Production expansion is very complex. It is an appetite that comes easily, especially in good market conditions, but then you have to meet the commitments made." He elaborated, "Therefore, a supposed upgrade has been more about managing one extra delivery per year. However, this isn't always the case. For example, there might be a year where we deliver four boats instead of three, but the following year, we might not deliver any."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/302253/image/large-cf8eeee88a50cd5c92a78d37b73a7ae6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/302253">Rossi further highlighted: “We've had to address the need for space to handle potential increases in deliveries within a year. Sometimes, this happens due to overlapping orders. We have a plan to manage all our deadlines to fill the slots, but since not all projects are the same, you might end up delivering three, four, or five boats in a given year. When production flexibility is required, you might end up with four deliveries at once, necessitating four sheds to store them.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/304363/image/large-152f32251fc60bdfd6592882cef55ac9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/304363">Concerning the potential expansion of building superyachts over 80-metres, Rossi noted that it is beyond <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a>'s current capabilities. "I believe that up to around 2500 GT in tonnage is a limit that we cannot support with our current infrastructure. However, with our know-how, it might still be possible.""As absurd as it may seem, it's difficult for me to build both a 16-metre and a 130-metre yacht. Everyone has their own target. I truly appreciate the shipyards that can be this flexible because it is a complicated profession," Rossi concluded.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/319440/image/large-2b106c4521a76a271314754508adb327.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/319440">

Rossinavi COO on establishing Nolimits: "The vision targets a new market segment"

Superyacht Times met with Federico Rossi  to discuss the strategic decision to enter the semi-custom yacht production market.

The first 45-metre unit of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7552" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nolimits (Company)">Nolimits</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="NoLimit NL 45/0145.0m (147'8&quot;)Nolimits2025">NL45&nbsp;</a>series sold with the buyer represented by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5077" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Yacht Group (Company)">The Italian Yacht Group</a>. The brand was announced only two weeks ago as part of yacht builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a>.While construction of the all-aluminium vessel is currently underway, as she is due to be launched by the end of 2025, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="NoLimit NL 45/0145.0m (147'8&quot;)Nolimits2025">NL45</a> will be embellished with a simultaneously polished and masculine exterior aesthetic, conceived by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fulvio De Simoni Yacht Design (Company)">Fulvio De Simoni Studio</a>.&nbsp;As for her interior, penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7420" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="the Touch Studio (Company)">The Touch Studio</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="NoLimit NL 45/0145.0m (147'8&quot;)Nolimits2025">NL45</a>’s comfortable volume of slightly under 500 GT will entail a blend of cosy living spaces and impressive amenities. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/303161/image/large-ac890a188b3d5221690503d4a95b6c01.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/303161">Among some of the yacht’s key features are her indoor gym, which connects to an outdoor beach club area, and a generous 110-square-metre sundeck, as well as four sumptuous staterooms situated on the lower deck. In addition, her owner’s lavish stateroom is complete with a private study for high focus, as well as his-and-hers ensuites on the main deck. &nbsp;Guests in need of entertainment or waterside unwinding can take advantage of the luxurious outdoor lounge and pool area located on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="NoLimit NL 45/0145.0m (147'8&quot;)Nolimits2025">NL45</a>’s foredeck. Meanwhile, blissful alfresco dining is made available by her outdoor seating areas, and an intimate sky lounge on the upper deck allows for further socialising opportunities.&nbsp;In terms of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13688" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="NoLimit NL 45/0145.0m (147'8&quot;)Nolimits2025">NL45</a>’s performance, the yacht, which comes equipped with a 9.1-metre moulded beam, is powered by two Cat C32 engines that will reach a top speed of 15 knots and a 10 knots over a 4,000 nautical mile range.&nbsp;

45m Nolimits NL45 yacht sold 

The first 45-metre unit of Nolimits NL45 series sold with the buyer represented by Italian Yacht Group.
