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10 yachts for sale with a reduced price tag

SuperYacht Times takes a look at some of the yachts on the market that have recently received a significant reduction in price.

Recent reductions: 10 yachts for sale at a new lower price

Italy-based yacht builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> has announced the launch of the first 28.04-metre hybrid-propulsion powered WiderCat 92 yacht, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11972" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Acali28.04m (91'12&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2024">Acali</a>. Crafted by the Fano-based brand, the WiderCat 92 multihull yacht offers a seamless integration of indoor and outdoor spaces, reflecting a thoughtful balance between form and function.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298819/image/large-855b17a32bd145fb55cd41398e4d6b24.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298819">The WiderCat 92 features exterior design by Luca Dini Design &amp; Architecture, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>. She embodies the style and elegance of a monohull or superyacht, while showcasing <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>'s commitment to refined design.“The WiderCat 92 is a collective masterpiece, a synthesis of vision, craftsmanship, and cutting-edge technology,” commented Marcello Maggi, head of W-Fin Sarl, the holding company that owns 100 per cent of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> equity.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218850/image/large-c31411c7de3ecc5022a1542a5ff0bae9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218850"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218849/image/large-86addf4e3b328abec8f42acf2fc29d99.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218849">The first WiderCat 92 features a four stateroom configuration, consisting of a spacious owner’s suite on the main deck, with two generous VIP suites and a twin guest stateroom located on the lower deck.Her main owner’s suite includes a private foredeck lounge, occupying nearly half of the total space, with a forward-facing bed and ensuite bathroom. Her customisable aft cockpit on the main deck also provides breathtaking views through uninterrupted windows.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218848/image/large-9801df0c1da0346ed89ca6ef2d4b4735.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218848"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218845/image/large-d7e75739fe495bafedf8f65cd37343c1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218845">The upper deck of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11972" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Acali28.04m (91'12&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2024">Acali</a> showcases an additional forward cockpit, a sky lounge and the helm station. Her tender garage boasts &nbsp;a transom hatch that effortlessly transforms into an expansive swim platform, while fold-down bulwarks from the VIP suites allow for more space and concealed storage compartments for water toys.“This innovative design, that sets this model apart from others of similar length and category, ensures that every aspect of the WiderCat 92, from its functional elements to its recreational spaces, is meticulously crafted to enhance the overall seafaring pleasure,” added <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218840/image/large-169b23ad960507e734164109dc5f92c2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218840"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218841/image/large-a9eb8c21bd131f640a603015f8e86192.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218841">In terms of propulsion, the WiderCat 92 uses <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>'s advanced serial hybrid propulsion system. With twin electric motors delivering 500kW each to the thrusters and two 349kW variable speed generators for electrical energy production, the catamaran provides impressive results.Fitted with n°30 LiFePO4 (Lithium-Iron Phosphate) batteries and a state-of-the-art Battery Management System, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11972" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Acali28.04m (91'12&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2024">Acali</a> is able to ensure continuous monitoring of operating parameters, facilitating intelligent charge balancing. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298820/image/large-5c04a95b908987d8a2557ef3d4925a01.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298820">The generators onboard the WiderCat 92 operate at minimum power consumption, allowing cruising in ZEM (Zero Emission Mode) with a 27 nautical mile range at six knots in complete silence, or a 14-hour autonomy on battery power at anchor.Additionally, 150 square-metres of solar panels ensure energy self-sufficiency at anchor, with any excess energy stored in the batteries for night time use. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> serial hybrid propulsion system minimises engine strain, extending maintenance intervals compared to traditional yachts, as well as reduces fuel consumption, noise and vibrations emitted.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/298818/image/large-7b71f3680c255df4c5b1a158b824d1f2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/298818">“Each designer, engineer, and craftsman has poured their passion into this endeavor. As we celebrate this achievement, I have full confidence that, just as in our previous milestones, the WiderCat 92 will set a new standard in the industry,” added Marcello Maggi.The outfitting of the WiderCat 92 yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11972" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Acali28.04m (91'12&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2024">Acali</a> will continue prior to sea trials and commissioning.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218828/image/large-dcd5a1dbf422df667598b2cbecf72599.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218828">

First 28m hybrid-propulsion WiderCat 92 catamaran Acali launched

Wider has announced the launch of the first 28.04-metre hybrid-propulsion powered WiderCat 92 yacht.

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First 28m WiderCat 92 hybrid-propulsion yacht Acali launched

Marcello Maggi, President of W-Fin Sarl, the holding company that holds 100 percent of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>'s capital, has strengthened the decision-making structure by renewing the Board of Directors. An agreement has been reached with Norberto Ferretti, Honorary President of the shipyard, to embark on a new and productive collaboration.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/297084/image/large-80255de967bac99447ec6eea061fdc27.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/297084">This agreement seeks to strengthen the shipyard’s governance and the collaboration with Norberto Ferretti and represents a significant enhancement in terms of capabilities and expertise, inline with the relaunch and development goals outlined by Marcello Maggi and the company's CEO, Fabio Fraternale. Leading the new Board of Directors is Massimo Iacono, a figure who was already present in the previous executive body."I am very happy that our paths cross again," said Marcello Maggi, "Norberto's know-how in product development is invaluable, and his authoritative presence confirms the relevance of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> brand, which I have firmly focused on, within the international yachting market.”Norberto Ferretti co-founded the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti Yachts</a> brand in 1968 alongside his brother Alessandro. Norberto Ferretti brings extensive experience that will contribute in the development of future yachts and support Marcello Maggi in the Product Development Committee with the development of the shipyard's future growth strategies."What fascinates me most about Wider is its pioneering side. Here, tomorrow is not considered an uncertainty but a starting point," commented Norberto Ferretti. "The relaunch path taken in recent years is truly stimulating; I am ready to contribute to shaping the products and technologies of the shipyard's future.”In the upcoming year, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> is set to launch the WiderCat 92. Designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/58" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luca Dini Design & Architecture (Company)">Luca Dini</a>, this catamaran showcases avant-garde serial hybrid propulsion technology, reflecting the company's commitment to innovation.

Wider announces Norberto Ferretti joins Board Of Directors

An agreement has been reached with Norberto Ferretti, Honorary President of the shipyard, to embark on a new and productive collaboration.

Norberto Ferretti joins Wider's Board Of Directors

The largest yachts for sale at Cannes Yachting Festival 2023

With the Cannes Yachting Festival 2023 drawing closer, SYT takes a look at some of the yachts available to purchase at this year’s show. 

The 47.05-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> motor yacht<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4864" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bartali47.05m (154'4&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2016">&nbsp;Bartali</a>, previously named Genesi, &nbsp;has entered the market. <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">The motor yacht for sale</a> is the fourth-largest built by the yard and provides potential owners the unique opportunity to acquire a superyacht that has recently completed a refit in 2023. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/3032/image/large-f2bcab0f244580f0fe351382f94d2b97.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/3032">Delivered in 2016, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4864" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bartali47.05m (154'4&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2016">Bartali</a> features interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5853" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ideaeITALIA (Company)">IdeaelITALIA</a> and 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 naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>. Up to 11 guests are accommodated onboard across five staterooms, and she also has accommodation for nine crew members, including the captain. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/2972/image/large-eeb44908a0de850c3d5d93a99a1d2166.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/2972"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/2951/image/large-854ae15d81a83ad69e2589ae48fee9b2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/2951"><a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">The yacht for sale</a> showcases a contemporarily designed saloon with a large elongated sofa encircled around a black coffee table. The interplay of the deep-hued rug, the light toned wooden flooring, and the soft neutral ceiling synergise to elevate the room’s inherent elegance and ambiance. Moreover, a strategically positioned bar offers the owner and guests an inviting indoor space to savour cocktails and engage in social interactions, all while enjoying the breathtaking views through the expansive saloon windows. Next to the saloon, the main dining area is located with a spacious table. Its close proximity to the saloon seamlessly transforms it into a versatile multi-generational space.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/2991/image/large-16719e7f3df3bb07010f1da109b22d9f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/2991">Situated on the main deck is <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4864" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bartali47.05m (154'4&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2016">Bartali’s</a> master suite, a true highlight as it not only includes a private balcony, but also an adjoining owner's study and a spacious walk-in wardrobe. The expansive window brings an abundance of natural light, enhancing the overall atmosphere. The versatility of the space is evident with the incorporation of an office area and balcony, allowing for multifunctional use that encapsulates both productivity and indulgence. This thoughtful design ensures that the owner can seamlessly transition between work and relaxation in a truly luxurious setting.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/2980/image/large-ece2782777f318d1b01429a47a0a1fe2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/2980"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/2982/image/large-8b49bd69fcdce3fff34680af722aab3d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/2982"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/2962/image/large-78a76aad7201e6736c2ecebebe972793.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/2962"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/2961/image/large-ccaf79d2009dce53099517362d7c4b68.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/2961"><a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/bartali" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">The yacht Bartali for sale</a> showcases several unique attributes within her exterior spaces. These include a spacious sun deck accompanied by a Jacuzzi, a forward lounge equipped with cinema amenities, an aft alfresco dining zone situated on the upper deck, and a beach club located at the stern, complete with two balconies. A particularly noteworthy aspect is the innovative large tender garage, which offers &nbsp;flexible capabilities. When the tender is in use, this space can be ingeniously transformed into an indoor seawater pool. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/3022/image/large-5e2b2417aac7c2024bf1f516430a2f0f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/3022"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/3018/image/large-f03e775bcd50a6073a6262c27e52aa92.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/3018"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/3051/image/large-6979c2bd5f4390431e001d319b8192e5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/3051"><a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/wider/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">The Wider yacht for sale&nbsp;</a>features both an aluminium hull and superstructure. In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4864" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bartali47.05m (154'4&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2016">Bartali</a> boasts a diesel-electric hybrid propulsion system that not only minimises noise and vibration, but also significantly reduces fuel consumption, thereby greatly lessening the yacht's environmental footprint. With a transatlantic range, at-anchor stabilisers, and a top speed of 14 knots, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4864" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bartali47.05m (154'4&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2016">Bartali</a> combines efficiency, stability, and impressive speed capabilities.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/3058/image/large-048cb23018549403cfafd3eae9db9306.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/3058"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/3057/image/large-5bea258426cb1f0a910b31038f3c45dc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/3057">

47m Wider superyacht Bartali for sale

The 47-metre Wider motor yacht Bartali for sale and is the fourth-largest built by the yard.

Construction on the 72-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> superyacht Moonflower 72 is progressing, with her hull and superstructure now joined together at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>’s Superyacht Hub in Porto Marghera, Venice.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/282752/image/large-cde10848779da02169a0396da240ae30.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/282752">Moonflower 72 was officially signed in January 2022 and is the first full-custom new-build project after the recapitalisation of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> by W-Fin Sarl, the holding company that owns 100 percent of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> equity. The new yacht has been built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Yachts</a> which are responsible for her interior and exterior design. &nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/53802" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="WIDER recapitalises and expands facilities as it prepares to restart production (2021-09-29 10:45:00 +0200)">Wider recapitalises and expands facilities as it prepares to restart production</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/282735/image/large-27d44689314b4b2be2f67f24d7939915.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/282735">"The construction of Moonflower 72 is well underway at our Superyacht Hub dedicated exclusively to full-custom projects," explained Marcello Maggi of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider Yachts</a>. "We specifically chose Venice due to its strategic position and the professionalism of the various workers involved. In addition, the harmony between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Design</a> means that the work is continuing in full compliance with the production plan."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/282737/image/large-58a039a32dc821dd24476b559763f27e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/282737">The steel and aluminium motor yacht will now move onto machinery outfitting, where her main engines will be installed in the summer. Piping on the lower decks is well underway and her interior layout and outfitting is also proceeding on schedule.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/282736/image/large-1633612deb2e9d42f43767c4efb511ab.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/282736">“Moonflower’s design is modern yet timeless and based on the balanced combination of style and comfort with pure, elegant lines and a harmonious connection between exterior and interior, making for a very close relationship with nature and the surrounding marine environment,” stated Mario Pedol, co-founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Design</a> in Milan.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/57590" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="New exterior images of 72m superyacht Moonflower 72 unveiled (2023-05-12 11:15:00 +0200)">New exterior images of 72m superyacht Moonflower 72 unveiled</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/282738/image/large-4bda23fb907d460261b7375e60537abb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/282738">Moonflower 72 will benefit from the latest generation of hybrid propulsion systems and will be equipped with two variable-speed generators of 1,860kW each. This means that she is able to produce energy at the lowest point of consumption, reducing the CO2 emission by around 20 percent.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270209/image/large-031cecef257152f25024b02a3377cafd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270209">As well as this, her endothermic engines use HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) and methanol, while energy dissipated in the form of heat from the electric propulsion system will be recycled for all the hot water onboard. The operation of her onboard amenities has been optimised to ensure maximum efficiency.Construction continues on Moonflower 72, with an expected delivery date of 2025.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48245/image/large-1306d70f764efd133fc7accbfc3a9ab6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48245">

Hull and superstructure of Wider yacht Moonflower 72 joined

Construction on the 72-metre Wider superyacht Moonflower 72 is progressing, with her hull and superstructure now joined together.

Construction update: Hull and superstructure of Wider yacht Moonflower 72 joined

The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/175" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Venice Boat Show - 2023">Venice Boat Show</a> is once again returning to the historic Arsenale of Venice from May 31 to June 4. The show is one of the leading exhibitions dedicated to the boating industry in the area and will feature over 220 exhibitors and 300 vessels. We take a look at everything happening at the fourth edition of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/175" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Venice Boat Show - 2023">Venice Boat Show</a> where representatives from the SuperYacht Times team will also be in attendance.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271769/image/large-8c6193fbda2c363af2247839a140aafd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271769">LocationThe <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/175" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Venice Boat Show - 2023">Venice Boat Show</a> is held in the Arsenale of Venice, a symbol of the centuries-old military domination of the Serenissima Republic of Venice and the beating heart of its naval industry. The show is promoted by the City of Venice through Vela Spa, in collaboration with the Italian Navy.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271770/image/large-1f6398e52cb92c2f745f321da40dc294.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271770">The exhibition spans 55,000 square-metres and is spread across the water basin, with 30,000 square-metres of outdoor exhibition space, 5,000 square-metres of indoor space and over 1,100 linear-metres of piers. With over 230 moorings dedicated to superyachts, sailing yachts and various other types of boats, there will be the opportunity to explore a wide range of vessels during the show.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271768/image/large-3e2796c8660d7d17ede56b31252e89ca.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271768">ExhibitorsThis year’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/175" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Venice Boat Show - 2023">Venice Boat Show</a> will see over 220 exhibitors from all corners of the world visiting the Arsenale. Some of the biggest industry professionals will be attending including, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut Yachts</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/295" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fincantieri Yachts (Company)">Fincantieri</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/314" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pantaenius (Company)">Pantaenius</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Nautor Swan</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider Yachts</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271766/image/large-aca5d1dd3a8ca2299a52f5136b211bfc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271766">Yachts attending and world premieresThe <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/175" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Venice Boat Show - 2023">Venice Boat Show</a> will be welcoming yachts from far and wide, as well as many world premieres. Below is SYT’s list of yachts to look out for while attending this year’s show:<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/264617/image/large-656b52440821f743f4e0c9d4811135a2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/264617"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8690" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean King Ducale 12036.8m (120'9&quot;)Ocean King2023">Ocean King Ducale 120</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2360" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean King (Company)">Ocean King</a>&nbsp;| 36.8-metresDesigned in Venice, the 36.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8690" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean King Ducale 12036.8m (120'9&quot;)Ocean King2023">Ocean King Ducale 120</a> motor yacht will be making her Italian premiere. The steel explorer yacht features an Italian pedigree DNA with interior and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4663" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VYD Studio (Company)">VYD Studio</a>, and naval architecture penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="InNave (Company)">InNave</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/248691/image/large-3b79797ed9a380aef67ac19939f4c0cf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/248691">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8690" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean King Ducale 12036.8m (120'9&quot;)Ocean King2023">Ocean King Ducale 120</a>features two swimming pools; a rare feature on vessels her size, as well as an interior volume of 334 GT. She is able to accommodate up to 12 guests across a five stateroom layout, as well as a crew of seven between four cabins.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261931/image/large-85ca36af91a6cd1720b9d5bb13989f90.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261931"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pershing S.p.a. (Company)">Pershing</a>&nbsp;9X |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pershing S.p.a. (Company)">Pershing</a>&nbsp;| 27.96-metresThe <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pershing S.p.a. (Company)">Pershing</a> 9X has been designed in full by <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/companies/fulvio-de-simoni" target="_blank">Fulvio de Simoni Yacht Design</a>, which were responsible for her interior and exterior design, as well as her naval architecture. She features an ultra-modern exterior design and emulates the stylings often captured in luxury sports cars.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261925/image/large-c48bcced098e45d6537fa777b112577b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261925">The 82 GT <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pershing S.p.a. (Company)">Pershing</a>9X yacht offers accommodation for up to nine guests across four light and modern staterooms. She is also able to carry a crew of three across two cabins.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233572/image/large-987c07da1d34bf6a8b7b7696d30c756a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233572">wallywhy150 |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/166" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wally (Company)">Wally</a>&nbsp;| 24.06-metresMaking her debut at the Venice Boat Show 2023 is the all-new wallywhy150. The 24.06-metre motor yacht features exterior design and naval architecture by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/166" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wally (Company)">Wally</a>, with interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/289" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Vallicelli Design (Company)">Studio Vallicelli Design</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/233571/image/large-f4a10353012d87bcea2a112e2b8faa33.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/233571">Accommodation onboard the wallywhy150 includes a master stateroom located forward on the main deck which showcases 270-degree panoramic views and a stunning, grand “amphitheatre of the sea” design, thanks to her unusually high bow.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/182818/image/large-aa206236fa191f1f951246fd83f1273a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/182818"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8366" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sherpa 8023.8m (78'1&quot;)Arcadia Yachts2020">Sherpa 80</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Arcadia Yachts (Company)">Arcadia Yachts</a>&nbsp;| 23.8-metresThe 23.8-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Arcadia Yachts (Company)">Arcadia</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8366" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sherpa 8023.8m (78'1&quot;)Arcadia Yachts2020">Sherpa 80</a> will be showcased at this year’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/175" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Venice Boat Show - 2023">Venice Boat Show</a>. The pocket-sized yacht offers a total of 220 square-metres of indoor and outdoor space, as well as a beam of 7-metres. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/182866/image/large-e629bb564659c27ca7a90da600456b24.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/182866">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8366" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sherpa 8023.8m (78'1&quot;)Arcadia Yachts2020">Sherpa 80</a> features interior and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/908" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hot Lab (Company)">Hot Lab</a> with naval architecture from her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Arcadia Yachts (Company)">Arcadia Yachts</a>. She features a four stateroom layout for up to eight guests, as well as crew accommodation for three.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271773/image/large-324778313a4910eea515a28e587e749f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271773">Navetta 75 |&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5729" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Absolute Yachts (Company)">Absolute Yachts</a>&nbsp;| 22.82-metresThe 22.82-metre Navetta 75 yacht uses geometric shapes while embodying <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5729" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Absolute Yachts (Company)">Absolute Yachts</a> key design characteristics. She features sleek lines and glass parapets which help to enhance her connection with the sea.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271772/image/large-ba669915ab95864b393451dffa5a335c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271772">The Navetta 75 offers a four stateroom layout for up to eight guests with a full-beam master suite on the bow, with two double and a twin stateroom on her lower deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271774/image/large-5f04e674aff3f4084588f4698590ce39.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271774">&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut Yachts</a>&nbsp;| 20.98-metres&nbsp;The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a> 68 yacht features a sophisticated design with multi-purpose exterior deck spaces. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a> 68 yacht offers the option of three main deck configurations to suit all onboard living styles. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271775/image/large-69e9007c8884ea03556e581296a2e5d6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271775">With a beam of 5.23-metres, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a> 68 is able to sleep up to eight guests across four staterooms, as well as a crew of two. She is equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1450" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo (Company)">Volvo</a> engines which provide her with a top speed of 32 knots and a cruising speed of 27 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271767/image/large-d68fa3832f0e8d66303d3d2363468002.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271767">Event detailsThe <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/175" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Venice Boat Show - 2023">Venice Boat Show</a> is a hub of entertainment and will feature meetings, presentations and specialised congresses, as well as art installations, guided tours and educational activities for children.&nbsp;The event will also see water trials, trophies and sports regattas and an E-Village dedicated to electric boats participating in the E-Regatta. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271765/image/large-fbf4a31352f82c65f3dc435543660d77.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271765">

Venice Boat Show 2023 details

The Venice Boat Show 2023 returns to the historic Arsenale from May 31 to June 4. SYT takes a look at everything you need to know before attending.

Everything you need to know about the Venice Boat Show 2023

New exterior design images have been unveiled of the 72-metre superyacht Moonflower 72. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55154" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta and Wider announce sale of 72m hybrid superyacht Moonflower 72, now in-build (2022-05-17 10:45:00 +0200)">First announced in May 2022</a>, construction of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Design</a> project is well underway at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> Superyacht Hub in Porto Marghera, Venice, with new renderings showing her expansive exterior areas.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270210/image/large-596fcef07d88979cee9da56c11ca985b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270210">Moonflower 72 features interior and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Yachts</a>, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2051" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="NAMES by Francesco Rogantin (Company)">Francesco Rogantin</a>. She is characterised by crisp and uncluttered lines and an innovative beach club arrangement. Her streamlined design is reminiscent of a knife blade slicing through the water combined with organic contours, chamfered folds and balanced volume.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270212/image/large-dbcb8bb551cd91ab52785f7265a51c62.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270212">“The style language behind Moonflower 72 is typical of our design philosophy at Nauta,” explained co-founder Mario Pedol. “An imposing steel and aluminium superyacht equipped with the latest generation of the Wider serial hybrid propulsion system, the exterior design is based on the holistic and balanced combination of style and comfort with pure, elegant lines and a harmonious connection between exterior and interior. There are no fussy or superfluous details that might interrupt the close relationship with nature and the marine environment.”Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55824" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider lays keel of 72m superyacht Moonflower 72 (2022-08-31 12:30:00 +0200)">Wider lays keel of 72m superyacht Moonflower 72<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270208/image/large-3c13ee7b3c62896b7ee11027fc147730.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270208"></a>A key design feature of Moonflower 72 is her revolutionary beach club concept patented by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Design</a>. The expandable aft deck features fold-down platforms that extend the swim platform and beach club to 117 square-metres. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270209/image/large-031cecef257152f25024b02a3377cafd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270209">This single walk-around space allows guests direct access to the water and also furthers her philosophy of creating a balance between indoor and outdoor spaces, so that guests can freely walk around the aft perimeter of the yacht.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48245/image/large-1306d70f764efd133fc7accbfc3a9ab6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48245">Moonflower 72 will benefit from the latest generation of hybrid propulsion systems and will be equipped with two variable-speed generators of 1,860kW each. Construction continues on Moonflower 72, with an expected delivery date of 2025.

New Moonflower 72 yacht exterior images unveiled

New exterior design images have been unveiled of the 72-metre superyacht Moonflower 72. 

New exterior images of 72m superyacht Moonflower 72 unveiled

Despite an impressive resumé, designer Alessandro Massari has not always received the media attention he deserves. But his dazzling interior design aboard 88-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project X87.6m (287'5&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2022">Project X</a> that debuted at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2022">2022 Monaco Yacht Show</a> is set to change all that. We travelled to Fano on Italy’s Adriatic coast to discover more about <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1156" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Massari Design S.r.l. (Company)">Massari Design</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267334/image/large-8974174c5da65d057110295150a9d4d0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267334">Alessandro Massari trained as an architect and spent his military service as a &nbsp;superintendent of architectural heritage. So it’s not altogether surprising that the first thing he does is take me on a tour of Fano’s Roman wall and the historic Arch of Augustus, the triumphant gateway that marked the entrance to the ancient city. From there it’s a short walk to the elegant 17th century palazzo that houses the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1156" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Massari Design S.r.l. (Company)">Massari Design</a>, where we settle down to talk under frescoed ceilings. &nbsp;“I basically took over the business set up by my father, who designed his first yacht interior for Canados in 1964 and then worked as a consultant for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/12" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CRN (Company)">CRN</a> before it became part of the Ferretti Group,” he begins. “He was the interior project manager on Gianni Agnell’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="F-10032.9m (107'11&quot;)CRN1983">F-100</a>, the celebrated yacht with exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/172" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gerhard Gilgenast (Company)">Gerhard Gilgenast</a>, and worked on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1062" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azzurra II47.8m (156'10&quot;)CRN1988">Azzurra II</a>, another classic <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/12" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CRN (Company)">CRN</a> yacht, together with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/288" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Paola D. Smith & Associates (Company)">Paola D. Smith</a>. I guess you could say yacht design was in my blood from the start.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267336/image/large-e3fbc852f73e2bd6d600573cdaa95d55.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267336">The latter connection proved instrumental in the trajectory of Alessandro’s own career. Starting out as a young interior designer he realised he would need to perfect his English by seeking work experience in the US. His father put him in touch with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/288" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Paola D. Smith & Associates (Company)">Paola D. Smith &amp; Associates</a> and he ended up spending two years with the Florida-based studio. During that time he contributed to projects such as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/149" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Christensen Shipyards, LLC. (Company)">Christensen</a>’s 49-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/174" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Carte Blanche48.77m (160'0&quot;)Christensen Shipyards, LLC.2008">Primadonna</a> and 39-metre Lady Halima (now <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Azul39.4m (129'3&quot;)Heesen Yachts2001">Lady Azul</a>) launched by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen</a> in 2001.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/67434/image/large-b13cb93378761bccf1f7afe2f0415f10.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/67434">“Both interiors were very bespoke projects and from Paola I learnt how to tailor the design to the client’s wishes,” he recalls. “That lesson stayed with me and today as a studio we start the creative process by listening with almost maniacal attention to the client. After listening, we study and then propose, &nbsp;always in that order.”Alessandro returned to Italy, but his apprenticeship as a designer was not over: he had the technical knowledge, but not the hand-on experience his father considered an essential ingredient of the job.“So I went to work for a carpentry company designing onboard furniture for shipyards like <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/166" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wally (Company)">Wally</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>,” he says. “That meant engaging with the tradesmen on the shop floor, where I learned how things were put together and installed.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/16441/image/large-6efab0734257b84b932a5096d6656858.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/16441">That workshop was eventually taken over by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>, which opened another chapter in the designer’s career. Originally called in to help resolve issues with a client and his American interior designer, he ended up overseeing the interior shop drawings and outfitting of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>’s Classic and Vision series in composite.&nbsp;This led to taking on the interior design of larger steel and aluminium yachts from 59-metre Wind (now <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/516" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galkynys59.0m (193'7&quot;)Benetti SpA2007">Galkynys</a>) to 62-metre Bistango (now <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/512" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sorrento62.0m (203'5&quot;)Benetti SpA2010">Sorrento</a>). By 2010 he had contributed to the interior design of some 25 superyachts from half a dozen leading shipyards.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/200434/image/large-9dc6bfedd312d6a0275e9e0bd8350bfb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/200434">An important custom project was <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4386" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Forever One54.65m (179'4&quot;)ISA Yachts2014">Forever One</a>, the 54-metre motor yacht with exterior design by Horacio Bozzo that was launched by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> in 2014 for owner Bruce Grossman. An artful demonstration of how an attention-grabbing exterior and a soberly classic interior can be gracefully combined, the owner spent months at a time aboard his yacht.“The owner wanted a very distinctive exterior, but our brief was for a casual and family-oriented interior,” says Massari. ““One of the most challenging aspects was his considerable wardrobe that included a valuable watch collection. He had very precise instructions regarding the dimensions of drawers and hanging space, so much so that he invited me to visit his homes to take measurements, which were reproduced exactly aboard the yacht.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267337/image/large-4c33ddfa796e8bea414adffbb150fdd7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267337">By this time <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1156" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Massari Design S.r.l. (Company)">Massari Design</a> was juggling a growing number of residential commissions with large yacht projects such as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a>’s 76-metre Halo and 101-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4152" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="I Dynasty100.8m (330'9&quot;)Peters Werft GmbH2015">I Dynasty</a> built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/195" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kusch Yachts (Company)">Kusch</a> in Germany, his biggest yacht interior to date.&nbsp;“I‘ve learned to be very precise in the design package we provide, because the more specific you are the less room for interpretation there is,” he says. “Of course, there should always be room for dialogue, but by removing the grey areas the whole design process becomes more fluid. I think the northern Europeans are much more advanced than us Italians in this sense.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/184240/image/large-4dee20403a33c1a3b74d7266df4ad637.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/184240">While working in Germany a chance meeting with Sheldon Adelson, founder of the Las Vegas Sands Corporation that owns a chain of hotels and casinos, led to another fork in the road for Massari. The American entrepreneur hired him to develop the interior concept for The Venetian, a massive resort and casino complex in Macau. Other Sands resorts followed as well as the refitting of 92-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/272" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Queen Miri91.5m (300'2&quot;)Neorion2004">Queen Miri</a> for Adelson at Amico&amp;Co in Genoa. Moreover, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1156" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Massari Design S.r.l. (Company)">Massari Design</a> oversaw the interior concepts for various passenger jets in the Sands Corporation fleet and worked closely with Boeing at the Citadel complex in Louisiana, the world’s premier provider of VIP interior completions for large airplanes.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251187/image/large-83acb4b82ac1ed5c40d18c4d850a369a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251187">“For several years everything we did was residential, hospitality or aviation with no time for anything else, but I was keen to get back into yacht design,” says Massari. “Then three years ago I got a call from the owner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project X87.6m (287'5&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2022">Project X</a>, who previously owned the 59-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/514" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Meamina59.3m (194'7&quot;)Benetti SpA2008">Meamina</a>, which was one of our interior projects for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> years ago.”Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Onboard Project X: A first look at the interiors of the 88m Golden Yachts superyacht (2022-12-07 14:00:00 +0100)">Onboard Project X: A first look at the interiors of the 88m Golden Yachts superyacht<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/258987/image/large-7134c4bad836931a9d69f6058d9dbdae.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/258987"></a>With exterior styling by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/148" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ken Freivokh Design (Company)">Ken Freivokh</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project X87.6m (287'5&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2022">Project X</a> had begun life at shipyard in Chile, but construction stalled for over a decade until she arrived at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/778" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Golden Yachts Ltd. (Company)">Golden Yachts</a> in Athens, where her interior design was completely revamped by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1156" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Massari Design S.r.l. (Company)">Massari Design</a> (the studio is also developing the interior design for 77-metre O’Rea by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/778" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Golden Yachts Ltd. (Company)">Golden Yachts</a> due to launch this year).&nbsp;At almost 3,000 gross tons, it is difficult to describe the sheer variety and complexity of the interior design. The array of exclusive materials includes more than 40 types of leather, precious woods, marbles and onyx, and sophisticated finishes. Yet despite the rich aesthetic the effect is never ostentatious and each room is endowed with its own identity and personality.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/252015/image/large-40798fc4db1e218fedd6b624eb86e3ec.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/252015">“We set out to create a contemporary, refined and welcoming interior solutions that conferred uniqueness to each individual space, while ensuring perfect harmony with the others,” says Massari.A prime example of how Massari and his 10-strong team (which includes his wife Maurizia) think through every detail of the design process is the bar unit on upper deck. The façade is lined with dozens of undulating glass bottles filled with a special whisky-coloured fluid, but the studio also designed the spring-loaded, rubber-lined mounts so the bottles don’t rattle under way and can be easily removed for cleaning. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/237426/image/large-7115013fadbee633e9a23854046e5dd7.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/237426">At the same time as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project X87.6m (287'5&quot;)Golden Yachts Ltd.2022">Project X</a>, the studio was working on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/12" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CRN (Company)">CRN</a>’s 52-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10294" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="PrivateGG52.0m (170'7&quot;)CRN2022">Ciao</a> with exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/55" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Omega Architects (Company)">Omega Architects</a>. The interior aesthetic based on natural, earthy tones punctuated by flashes of vibrant red soft furnishings is totally different but equally elegant, consistent and refined.&nbsp;As well as a Darwin 86 and 130-foot Acciaio explorer at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere delle Marche (CdM) (Company)">Cantiere delle Marche</a>, one of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1156" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Massari Design S.r.l. (Company)">Massari Design</a>’s most recent projects is <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider’</a>s new production on Fano’s seafront that is now close to completion. Given his architectural sensibilities, Massari was at pains to make sure the ultra-modern design didn’t clash with what remains of the town’s Roman heritage.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251138/image/large-1ed4082c3a6411930d9c7c9df4de717a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251138">“It’s not easy to design something that is beautiful but also practical from an industrial perspective,” he says. “Our studio is just a few hundred metres from the site of the new shipyard, so like other inhabitants of the town it was very important for me that the building should look good and not be an eyesore.”This article was originally published in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/newspaper/newspaper-issue-44" target="_blank">Issue 44 of SuperYacht Times newspaper</a>.&nbsp;To read more stories like this one and to never again miss another issue of the SuperYacht Times newspaper,&nbsp;<a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/report/the-superyacht-times-subscription" target="_blank">subscribe here</a>.

At the studio with Massari Design

Justin Ratcliffe sits down with designer Alessandro Massari of Massari Design.

Listen, study, propose: At the studio with Massari Design

Italy-based yacht builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> has announced that the first WiderCat 92 yacht has moved to outfitting. The two hulls were recently transferred to the port at the new Fano, Italy facility where construction will continue with systems installation, painting and interior work.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218829/image/large-96bb2c59cf32b2a6ee202b0be37ae7f7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218829">The WiderCat 92 yacht is the current flagship of the serial hybrid propulsion catamaran range with the first five units already sold. The deck and superstructure of the first yacht is already in progress and is expected to begin in the coming weeks.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56551" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider’s Fano Shipyard on-track for early 2023 production (2022-12-12 12:45:00 +0100)">Wider’s Fano Shipyard on-track for early 2023 production<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/253921/image/large-1b1b7d43d9e4bfb4f2cc2c2c2eddb968.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/253921"></a>“We’re extremely proud of how the works on the WiderCat 92 are progressing", said Marcello Maggi, at the helm of W-Fin Sarl, the holding company that owns 100 percent of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> equity.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/253919/image/large-5ef9961eaa02b4f7b3e48ae319ab8506.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/253919"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/253922/image/large-d3b7e4f5e6bfbb6eea5a9011db2871db.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/253922">The WiderCat 92 features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/58" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luca Dini Design & Architecture (Company)">Luca Dini Design &amp; Architecture</a> in partnership with the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Centro Stile Wider</a> and incorporates the most recent and exclusive version of the Serial Hybrid Propulsion System.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218840/image/large-169b23ad960507e734164109dc5f92c2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218840"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218844/image/large-8f83929a732c0276ecbab7de61a7ceea.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218844">“Thanks to the perseverance of the people at Wider, what was just an idea scribbled on a blank sheet of paper a few months ago is now a 92-foot catamaran under construction featuring a distinctive design and the best hybrid technology you can find today,” added Marcello Maggi.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/54660" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Widercat 92: The latest 28m green-conscious catamaran concept from Wider Yachts (2022-02-28 08:45:00 +0100)">Widercat 92: The latest 28m green-conscious catamaran concept from Wider Yachts<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218845/image/large-d7e75739fe495bafedf8f65cd37343c1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218845"></a>The Serial Hybrid Propulsion System was introduced to the superyacht segment in 2015 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> and is designed to harness electric power produced by generators and solar panels. The power is used for propulsion and to supply the guests onboard and is managed via the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> Power Management System.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218846/image/large-33dfb96060c09d933f3c168dc7b3bb86.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218846">She is designed to cruise in total silence with a cruising speed of 12 knots and a maximum speed of 15 knots, thanks to the electric boost.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218832/image/large-b1ce029f7dbdf5b1104b8f821a7790f6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218832">The WiderCat 92 is the first project to be assembled at the new facility in Fano. She will be making her debut at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/172" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cannes Yachting Festival - 2023">Cannes Yachting Festival 2023</a>.

First 28m WiderCat 92 yachts moves to outfitting 

The first 28m WiderCat 92 yachts has moved to outfitting at the new Fano facility in Italy.

First 28m flagship WiderCat 92 yacht moves to outfitting

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> has announced that building plans for its new shipyard in Fano, Italy, are on track to start up production in early 2023. The heavy foundation work for the 18,000 square-metre seafront site between Fano’s fishing port and the tourist marina is now almost complete.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251456/image/large-1f27599368ce852a2ec81b3a326e0708.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251456">“The new shipyard will be a real innovation centre,” said Marcello Maggi, who heads up W-Fin Sarl, the holding Company that owns 100 percent of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> equity. “It’s where all our future boats, new green technologies and new ideas coming from start-uppers will come to life in full compliance with environmental issues.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251454/image/large-b1925996081264b3c23884a7057e1a8a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251454">The new high-tech facility plans to embody <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>’s vision for a new sustainable nautical world, with solar panels on the roof that are expected to make the facility virtually self-sufficient in renewable solar power. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251458/image/large-23d02da7d32fc8d453639699e9b64bc2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251458">Although the final cladding materials for her outline are still being selected, the slats that cover the exterior walls will likely be of bamboo-based Wood Plastic Composite that is 100 percent recyclable, resistant to humidity and UV light, and does not deform or discolour over time.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251453/image/large-2909fc0e39fa989437010bea647b97b0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251453">Marcello Maggi was keen that local firms should benefit from the investment of the Fano shipyard in the area. He chose the crisp contemporary design of local architects Alessandro Massari and Mauro Cavicchi of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1156" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Massari Design S.r.l. (Company)">Massari Design Architecture Studio</a> to conceive and develop its design. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251460/image/large-2896cd55f149101613f5972c0139ad8e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251460">“The brief was for a structure based on sustainable principles and striking design that also provided the kind of the functional efficiencies associated with modern boat building processes. “It’s not easy to design something that is beautiful but also practical from an industrial perspective,” commented Alessandro Massari.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251461/image/large-4d66d41346cabf4fa7587f2f5b22c8eb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251461">The building will stand 14-metres high with its profile broken up by large glass surfaces that will flood her interior with plenty of natural light. The seaward-facing exterior wall features a stylised outline of Wider yacht that looks like it is floating in the marina.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251457/image/large-7c2aa3c43d601e8d14650181a88ff31d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251457">The design allows for materials, components and completed yachts to be moved in and out of the shed via four enormous doorways on each of the two sides facing the east and west of the building.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251459/image/large-9f723d1aaa333f2db3df8dbcbc86a9c4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251459">The first project to be assembled in the new facility, will be the WiderCat 92, the 28-metre power catamaran series designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/58" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luca Dini Design & Architecture (Company)">Luca Dini</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> Centro Stile. The facility will be equipped with a travel lift and also includes 350 linear metres of quayside. “This new shipyard will be a pole of excellence not only for the city of Fano, but also for the Italian boatbuilding industry,” concluded Marcello Maggi.

Construction of Wider’s Fano Shipyard on-track for early 2023 production

Construction for Wider’s new Fano Shipyard is on track to start up production in early 2023.

Wider’s Fano Shipyard on-track for early 2023 production

After re-entering the sales market this spring with the Monaco-based brokerage company, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4561" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Arcon Yachts (Company)">Arcon Yachts</a>, the 49.56-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> 165 superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2019">Stern</a> (formerly known as Cecilia) has been one of the superyachts on the tip of the industry’s tongue ever since. Presented freshly serviced from an extensive refit and equipped with a brand new 7.5-metre Netherlands-built <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2362" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="X-Craft (Company)">X-Craft</a> tender, the all-aluminium <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>-designed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2019">Stern</a> offers a list of amenities and standout features as long as your arm.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235129/image/large-031634c13d48e51665d6b206bc932082.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235129">Touching the oceanFeatures of note include her superb 75 square-metre full-beam owner’s apartment with its own private terrace, double balconies, office, gym and sauna, as well as her exceptional beach club – cleverly designed to bring you as close in contact with the water as possible, thanks to two platforms on either side of the space which drop-down at water level. As an added bonus, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2019">Stern</a>’s hangar, with its indoor saltwater pool can also host a tender and a submarine, or a spa, depending on her owner’s preference.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235153/image/large-0fb5559197f8c362e51f739b393636c1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235153"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235154/image/large-d41df85705c924cc09e571571b2c1add.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235154">Space speaks volumesOffering generous quantities of liveable space is a refrain that chimes frequently throughout this <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> 165 superyacht, which has been cited as the most spacious yacht in its class up to 499 GT. Her additional guests are housed in style and comfort on the lower deck across four spacious ensuite staterooms – two double VIP cabins and two twins. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235130/image/large-cf90df74c93878c6d53c05c497605172.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235130"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235139/image/large-96322771ee1e85dd5498988a3d16eafb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235139">When it’s time to retire for the evening, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2019">Stern</a> maintains that all-important connection with the outside world, whilst ensuring those on board have the most comfortable possible experience. Wide floor-to-ceiling windows envelop the main deck lounges, enabling natural light to illuminate her spacious living areas and providing magnificent ocean views. Furthermore, during her substantial interior refit, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2019">Stern</a> also benefitted from the addition of brand-new ebony with stunning Lalique inserts on the upper deck.&nbsp;The main deck is home to an extremely bright and spacious lounge with full-height windows – as well as a gym and sauna for those who would like to let off steam, relax and decompress after a busy day.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235145/image/large-163fc448cd5a6599568d501581c70bf5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235145"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235147/image/large-37b7c2431939bbe892b9ec08eb424aa7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235147">Pioneering technology&nbsp;Although her wealth of amenities could certainly fill an entire article, one of the most important elements of the Wider 165 superyacht Stern can be found in her propulsion.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> was the first shipyard to deliver this game-changing serial hybrid propulsion technology for the superyacht sphere with their <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> 150 model – launched back in 2015 – which has now been continued and updated with the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> 165 Stern. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2019">Stern</a>’s power is provided by diesel-electric propulsion with 955 kWh lithium batteries and four <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> TD 350 kW generators.&nbsp;The vessel offers up to seven hours of power underway and 14 hours in hotel mode – resulting in supremely quiet cruising with zero emissions, and a top speed of up to 14 knots. Furthermore, in recognition of her eco credentials, superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2019">Stern</a> has also been given the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1457" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RINA (Company)">RINA</a> Green Plus platinum grade.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235128/image/large-d083799bf1bfa38eb3070c2f6f952a48.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235128"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235144/image/large-180589947b8879cdb10e04f4dec1d793.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235144">Go-anywhere yachtAlongside the obvious advantages of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2019">Stern</a>’s reduced fuel consumption – you can navigate the vessel using only the batteries, and without the need to use the engines at all, at a speed of five or 10 knots – navigating in this manner also results in no vibrations being experienced by those on board, resulting in an incredibly calm, quiet and peaceful cruising experience.&nbsp;Of course, this also means that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2019">Stern</a> is not limited by emissions restrictions around the world, making her a true ‘go-anywhere’ yacht ideal for owners keen to explore. In addition, the vessel’s layout is also optimised as a result of harnessing this technology: the engine can be placed wherever is convenient to boost the availability of onboard living space, as it does not need to be connected to the propellors.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235133/image/large-f6389e696fe34dbbf9d6df50ed619c64.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235133"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235136/image/large-75940ef40138c4c07c3febc2487a8820.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235136">The future is today&nbsp;With this in mind, it is clear that the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> 165 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2019">Stern</a> has served to set the tone for her shipyard’s future successes, with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>’s green technology having gone from strength to strength in the years since <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2019">Stern</a>’s delivery back in 2019.The Italian shipyard has signed a contract for the 72-metre steel and aluminium vessel Moonflower (currently under construction in Venice, with her keel being laid back in August), as well selling five units of its new 92-foot <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> catamaran, with the first vessel set to touch the water next year. All of Wider’s upcoming deliveries will harness its hybrid system and make the most of the shipyard’s latest technological developments, as it continues to fine-tune and improve its systems.&nbsp;Clearly, anyone looking for a standard yacht will not be looking to buy from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> – but it is also clear that the demand for its innovative, technologically advanced vessels, such as the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> 165 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2019">Stern</a>, is showing no signs of slowing down anytime soon. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/235150/image/large-65efbed1010be6dd6ec63b4572e0c2b9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/235150">

Onboard Wider superyacht Stern

Ahead of her time: Onboard the ultra-spacious Wider 165 Stern 

While multihulls have hardly taken lift off over the last decade, with catamarans and trimarans remain around 2% of the global fleet (according to <a href="https://superyachttimes.ac-page.com/homepage" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SYT iQ</a>), in recent years we have seen a dramatic increase in the number of catamaran concepts, designs and launches. Many of the companies that have backed the multihull often cite efficiency, “eco-friendliness” and “sustainability” as key motivators for the adoption of the hull form. But what is the science behind these claims; and has there been enough of a significant &nbsp;change in the mentality of the yacht owner, to justify the number of designs which are flooding the market? We spoke to some of those companies to get an inside look at the multihull movement and how it might shape the future of the global fleet.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/243152/image/large-9a5dff94462f873938f4847f3b172f72.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/243152">Monohull or multihull?In an article published in 2010, naval architects James Roy and Alex Meredith Hardy of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5009" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lateral Naval Architects (Company)">Lateral Naval Architects</a> weighed up the pros and cons facing the multihull conversation. Having created innumerable designs for fast ferries, and commercial catamarans over the years, both engineers were surprised that the yachting industry had been slow to uptake the hull form. With efficiency and high speeds (+40 knots) on offer, as well as the beamy main deck platform, some might consider catamarans an ideal substitute for a monohull. But aesthetics are everything in the yachting industry, and the boxy form of catamarans has failed to catch the eye of those owners who frequent the Mediterranean.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/243181/image/large-c6914543e6f18b57554436d3995e9c7b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/243181">The catamaran hull form does have hydrodynamic benefits. As Roy and Meredith Hardy wrote “by dividing the total displacement between two hulls, the displacement-to-length ratio is improved, and in turn the wave-making component of the total drag is substantially reduced.” In layman’s terms, catamarans can be more efficient than monohulls of the same GT due to reduced drag, but as Roy explained to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4509" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYacht Times (Company)">SYT</a>, points of comparison must be carefully defined, with GT, rather than length being the optimum comparison base.Despite the arguments around the improved efficiency of the hull form, many builders who dominate in the sector indicate more than this as driving the sustainability of the hull form. Many of the major players in the 24-30 metre catamaran sector – consider for example Sunreef, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5188" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silent Yachts (Company)">SILENT-YACHTS</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> – build hybrid-electric yachts that also utilise solar power. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218828/image/large-dcd5a1dbf422df667598b2cbecf72599.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218828">Franz Boese, Chief Marketing Officer of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5188" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silent Yachts (Company)">SILENT-YACHTS</a> commented, “Technically speaking, it makes much more sense to create a solar powered multihull than a monohull. The main reason is space. With the wider beam of a catamaran, there is more space to install solar panels. This increases the potential energy production of the yacht, which is crucial to create a well-rounded experience on board, without any compromises or limitations.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218831/image/large-7ef1fbb54c2ffb89d751ffa81dba1ce1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218831">Marcello Maggi, who heads up W-Fin Sarl, the holding Company that owns 100% of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> equity, shared this sentiment, “From an engineering point of view, the greater width compared to a monohull allows the exploitation of a greater surface area intended for the use of solar panels, an additional source of energy for the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> serial hybrid propulsion system.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/243905/image/large-fa2344bdde9cba8bb8b55ce4d2e91124.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/243905">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef Yachts</a> Eco yacht series feature both sail and power cats, taking the solar concept a step further with its innovative ‘solar skin’ – an in-house technology that takes the solar concept to the next level by coating the hull with integrated solar panels. Aside from the solar benefit, the vessels incorporate wind generators, custom-engineered lithium batteries, non-toxic paints and green composite structures, demonstrating that it takes more than a hull form alone to create an ‘eco’ yacht. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217058/image/large-d28cbdee1e2d1407c74edcb10d9b1c85.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217058">Francis Lapp, Founder and President of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef Yachts</a> commented, “Twenty years ago nobody believed in our approach. Today, the trend for big multihulls is a fact – everyone wants to build them. Customer expectations have changed. Superyacht owners look for a better length-to-volume ratio, more stability, fuel efficiency and green solutions. They seek wide open spaces to enjoy with friends and family. They want to be close to the sea.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251286/image/large-3e33021915747466f5a12828db013070.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251286">Of course unlike many of its competitors, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a> also offers a sailing catamaran as part of its <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a> Eco range, Lapp summarised the pros and cons; “sail yachts have the obvious advantage of wind propulsion. On top of that, we use hydro generation – this means our sail yachts recover energy from the propellers’ rotation while under sail. Power yachts on the other hand, offer more space for solar panels – for example on the bow terrace. They can also be fitted with a kite.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/245765/image/large-c37cd86ae4bdebe0c439296808589483.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/245765">Gaining momentumAt the 2021 <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2021">Monaco Yacht Show</a>, local designer Espen Øino of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino International</a> took to the stage of the Design and Innovation Hub to discuss the topic of sustainable yacht design. He cited the potential of the catamaran and SWATH (Small Waterplane Area Twin Hull) hull forms for their efficiency. Øino had only recently unveiled a catamaran design in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/899" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SilverYachts (Company)">SilverYachts</a>, the SpaceCat, the first of which was sold in May this year. Referring to catamarans as the “SUV of the seas'', Øino recognised that the hindrance to catamaran popularity has, so far, been their characteristically boxy aesthetic, but he also firmly predicted that we will be seeing far more multi-hull vessels in the coming years a sentiment which has been echoed by many in the industry.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/172375/image/large-c77b325f21127c39ffc63a73dfa2af05.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/172375">Not only have we seen a larger number of catamaran concepts entering the scene over the past few years, but there have also been a number of shipyards focusing their attention on this area of the industry for the first time. In December last year, Italian shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> unveiled its first catamaran concept, the dramatic and eye-catching 43-metre hybrid Sea Cat 40, the first hull of which was sold in June. This initial foray into the sector was then followed in May with the release of the 44-metre Oneiric with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6728" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zaha Hadid Architects (Company)">Zaha Hadid Architects</a>, demonstrating a real investment into the hull form. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229232/image/large-e0f6cd066759376d6c862f8cd87bb77f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229232"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> has been developing this series of catamarans for over a year and will unveil at least two more designs in coming months using a fully developed platform. Federico Rossi, COO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> explained, “We are invested in creating vessels with a reduced carbon footprint. and we have a diesel-electric yacht currently under construction. But we want to be innovative now, without having to wait for alternative fuels such as hybrid propulsion. We believe the best way that we can improve the efficiency and therefore sustainability of our vessels is by employing the catamaran hull form and that is why we have entered this sector.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229225/image/large-7a148124a3516af9004eafc5b52a9141.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229225">Multiple hulls = multiple benefitsHistorically plagued by criticism for their looks, it would appear that many owners are coming around to the style and aesthetics of catamarans – or,at least, that they are willing to overlook them in light of the varied benefits the hull form offers. Recent additions to the global fleet include the 65m support vessel <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7280" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hodor66.2m (217'2&quot;)Astilleros Armon2019">Hodor</a> and the 68m <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8908" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wayfinder68.2m (223'9&quot;)Astilleros Armon2021">Wayfinder</a> from Spanish shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/799" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astilleros Armon (Company)">Astilleros Armon</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/83673/image/large-c39a02cf7e80bf63ad8e7b2022beac0f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/83673">Unlike the smaller cats from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5188" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silent Yachts (Company)">SILENT-YACHTS</a>, the two vessels have been specifically chosen for the width and stability they offer, making them able to carry a huge selection of tenders and toys. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7280" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hodor66.2m (217'2&quot;)Astilleros Armon2019">Hodor</a> has a 14-metre beam, a helipad, a fleet of tenders, the largest of which is 17-metres, an ROV launched from a purpose built crane, a dive centre with decompression chamber, a selection of four-wheel drive vehicles and a full suite of toys. All of this alongside cabins for 20 crew and a number of guests in luxury accommodations.&nbsp;As previously mentioned, the benefits of multiple hulls have many, and the companies discussed here have a firm belief in the growing popularity of the hull form. As Marcello Maggi of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> concluded, “We believe that our catamaran is a catalyst for several elements that make her suitable for a customer choice. The abundance of the surfaces that can accommodate the cutting-edge mini solar panels that avoid turning on the endothermic devices, increasing the comfort aboard with limited noise and vibration, and these are some of the strength points of this innovative product.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217057/image/large-cdb33dec87739692a755aa801b46f5e5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217057">All of the companies we spoke with shared the same sentiment; that clients are opening up to the concept of a catamaran, many in part for the various “green” benefits they offer, be it additional solar panel positioning, hydrodynamic benefits and hybrid potential. As Federico Rossi commented, “We hear clients saying right now, ‘We are ready to move into the multihull sector’ and I think part of this drive is to do with a new generation of owners who are focused for the first time on leaving the world in a better position than they found it. They have a greener vision of the world and share a feeling of responsibility toward the oceans and so it doesn’t surprise me that there is a movement toward catamarans for these Millennial owners.”With at least 30 catamaran’s of sizes ranging from from 24 to 56 metres currently in-build, we will certainly be seeing an increase in the sector over the coming years, and from the opinions shared above, it is fair to say that the trend is only just beginning to take shape… so watch this space.&nbsp;This article was originally published in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/superyacht-times-issue-42" target="_blank">Issue 42 of SuperYacht Times newspaper.</a>&nbsp;To read more stories like this one and to never again miss another issue of the SuperYacht Times newspaper,&nbsp;<a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/report/the-superyacht-times-subscription" target="_blank">subscribe here</a>.

The future of Catamarans in the superyacht industry

With catamaran concepts flooding the industry, SYT finds out if they really could be the 'sustainable' future of the superyacht fleet.

Catamarans: Fad or Future?

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Johnson</a></li><li style="font-weight: bold;"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56232" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Levidian secures £12 million investment from US energy tech giant Baker Hughes (2022-10-25 15:45:00 +0200)">Levidian secures £12 million investment from US energy tech giant</a></li><li style="font-weight: bold;"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56207" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts rebrand well underway as it launches the all-new 17m Zeelander 6 (2022-10-20 17:30:00 +0200)">Zeelander Yachts rebrand well underway</a></li><li style="font-weight: bold;"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56197" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Y.CO has opened the doors to its new office in Auckland, New Zealand (2022-10-19 17:00:00 +0200)">Y.CO has opened the doors to its new office in Auckland</a></li></ul><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/212643/image/large-ba2f96ab9f3c28bcf8c37fcf05a94801.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/212643">News from <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show - 2022">Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/247263/image/large-7e853b246ef9f99fd128307a6d9348b1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/247263"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56280" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First Sunreef 100 Eco catamaran sold (2022-10-31 13:30:00 +0100)">First Sunreef 100 Eco catamaran sold</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef Yachts</a> announced the sale of the first <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunreef Yachts (Company)">Sunreef</a> 100 Eco catamaran. The sailing yacht will be fully electric and equipped with composite-integrated solar panels and electric engines.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56271" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts announces new 50m full-displacement steel superyacht model (2022-10-31 10:00:00 +0100)"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56271" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts announces new 50m full-displacement steel superyacht model (2022-10-31 10:00:00 +0100)">Heesen Yachts announces new 50m full-displacement steel superyacht model</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/54" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Heesen Yachts (Company)">Heesen Yachts</a> announced a brand new 50-metre full-displacement yacht. The full details of the designers involved are being kept tightly under wraps with news expected later in the year.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/212643/image/large-ba2f96ab9f3c28bcf8c37fcf05a94801.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/212643">Wanderlust: Travel Spotlight<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/112805/image/large-02bf564c6ad3dbf5572e82d7e0a951a0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/112805"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56107" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Archipelagos and adventure: Exploring Indonesia as a winter cruising destination (2022-10-06 16:00:00 +0200)">Archipelagos and adventure: Exploring Indonesia as a winter cruising destination</a>&nbsp;SuperYacht Times' Travel Writer Jessamie Rattray explores the archipelagic landscape of Indonesia, with a number of experts that specialise in the region. "When adventure calls, Indonesia answers," Rattray wrote. "Indonesia is a fascinating cruising ground rich in variety." <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/212643/image/large-ba2f96ab9f3c28bcf8c37fcf05a94801.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/212643">Gulf Superyacht Summit<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/231343/image/large-88deca5406ba7449cb087bd5c3f900fd.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/231343"> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Last chance to purchase Early Bird tickets for the Gulf Superyacht Summit 2022 (2022-10-13 12:30:00 +0200)">Last chance to purchase tickets for the Gulf Superyacht Summit 2022</a>&nbsp;With less than two weeks until the 2022 edition of the <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulf Superyacht Summit - 2022">Gulf Superyacht Summit</a>, now is the time to purchase the last remaining tickets for the two-day event. This year’s summit will be held on the 9 and 10 November in Dubai onboard the Queen Elizabeth 2, under the patronage of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6707" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="P & O Marinas (Company)">P&amp;O Marinas</a>.

SuperYacht Times Synopsis: October

The SuperYacht Times Synopsis, as brought to you by SYT iQ, gives you the rundown of the top business stories and market reports from last month.

SYT Synopsis October: 118m Feadship sea trials, seized yacht sold and much more

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> has announced a partnership with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop and Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a> to sell two of its new superyachts. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop and Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a> broker Joe Foggia will have exclusive sales and management rights for the 51.56-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> 170 superyacht, and the 62-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> 210 superyacht.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246206/image/large-96fc6c6c22b0648eb66c49f18c6be52d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246206">The smaller of the two, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> 170, &nbsp;is a full hybrid design that was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Centro Stile Wider</a>. She's a semi-displacement hull with a bulbous bow, and which will be constructed out of aluminium. With 499 GT of interior volume and the possibility to have a seven-stateroom configuration, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> 170 can accommodate as many as 14 guests. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246272/image/large-2877831b830c670b673f486ce69fb854.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246272"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246274/image/large-d9e219ac2aa1571dd7a1b1e728b8257f.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246274">Some of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> 170's standout features include a hybrid propulsion system, a spacious beach club fitted with an infinity pool, a touch-and-go helipad and plenty of space for a gym, screening room and a spa. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246266/image/large-2f9f5f069e5f6dccb7ea98cb4cc3a27f.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246266"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246269/image/large-13f55e780d2f0b6345e869ed84cf9b8f.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246269">Meanwhile, the 62-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> 210 is expected to have around 1,200 GT of interior volume and the capacity to accommodate 14 guests and 17 crew. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> 210 was also designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Centro Stile Wider</a>, however, will be constructed out of steel for both her hull and superstructure.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246263/image/large-a6163e850bf6527bc2616fd04381b8f9.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246263">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> 210 has a long list of amenities including a dedicated owner's deck, an infinity pool on the aft deck, a touch-and-go helipad and a protected garage in the bow for tender and toy storage. She'll also be equipped with a hybrid propulsion system. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246262/image/large-2ba658487a2738394dca4d26e2a67217.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246262"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246261/image/large-65756beea2b8c4e2875ac19819eccbea.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246261"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246259/image/large-1c9a4dedbd6b753ed8a2f55a494b7660.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246259">The partnership marks an alliance between the innovative yacht builders <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> with the world-class brokerage house <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop and Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a>. “We look forward to working with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop and Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a> in North America,” said Marcello Maggi, Head of W-Fin Sarl, the holding company that owns 100 percent of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> equity.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246260/image/large-da5eb268a4cb5354a31c1b72efad10f9.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246260"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246207/image/large-70e7b4eae590e9903403f23b271a0eba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246207">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop and Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a>’s network is unsurpassed in the industry, and a major reason why we decided to work so closely with them. Furthermore, this agreement mirrors the one that Wider recently entered into with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax,</a> though that partnership is focused on the builder’s catamaran division,” added Marcello.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55795" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider and MarineMax announce partnership (2022-08-25 16:15:00 +0200)">Wider and MarineMax announce partnership<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/243653/image/large-27bd7695b0195f718845596962aafb0d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/243653"></a>The partnership comes following the shipyard’s announcement that construction had begun on the new <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> Fano shipyard in Italy. Originally announced earlier this year, the yard is set to be constructed across an 11,000 square-metre space, and &nbsp;is dedicated to the exclusive production of superyachts.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/246275/image/large-6c7a472c74817e1997cf0c33ed02e1e1.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/246275">Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56082" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Construction begins at Wider's Fano Shipyard (2022-10-04 11:45:00 +0200)">Construction begins at Wider's Fano Shipyard</a>The partnership with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/526" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Northrop and Johnson (Company)">Northrop &amp; Johnson</a> is a new milestone in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> vision for the future: “It’s a match that will catapult Wider a step ahead in our ambitious plans” concluded Marcello Maggi.

Wider announces partnership with Northrop & Johnson

Wider has announced a partnership with Northrop & Johnson to sell two of its new superyachts.

Wider announces partnership with Northrop & Johnson for two of its superyachts

The ground has now been broken at the new <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> shipyard facility in Fano, Italy. Originally announced earlier this year, the yard is set to be constructed across an 11,000 square-metre space. The shipyard is sea facing and is located between the historic fishing port and the touristic marina. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/243653/image/large-27bd7695b0195f718845596962aafb0d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/243653">The shipyard's quay spans almost 100 metres in length and the focus of the yard will be the construction of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>'s production catamaran yachts. The Fano facility is due to include an innovation centre in which ideas, new technologies and eco-friendly initiatives will spring to life using sustainable materials, hoping to minimise the impact on the surrounding environment.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/243654/image/large-b0f3a4b5e07a65bad2733b8b6a2da31c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/243654"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/243652/image/large-1e083e6d2d293d64f2132e37a28b41d4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/243652">The news comes at a good time for the shipyard, which has been selling the Widercat 92 over the course of the last two years. At last week's Monaco Yacht Show, the company announced that the yachts, which are designed in collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/58" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luca Dini Design & Architecture (Company)">Luca Dini Design &amp; Architecture</a>, have been very popular, with the first hull due to be completed in 2023 and exhibited at the next <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4556" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cannes Yachting Festival (Company)">Cannes Yachting Festival</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218829/image/large-96bb2c59cf32b2a6ee202b0be37ae7f7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218829">Five units have so far been sold, two of which will be delivered to the US. The first hulls are currently in the lamination stage. The models of the first two superstructures have also been completed, with the construction of the moulds also set to begin shortly.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/243649/image/large-3a54b241ad7f7a3250ff84aaed798cb7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/243649">In addition to the Fano facility, the shipyard has a new superyacht hub in Venice, where the keel of the Moonflower 72 was laid this past August. The superyacht is due for delivery in 2025.

Wider's Fano Shipyard underway

Construction has now started on the new Wider shipyard in Fano. 

Construction begins at Wider's Fano Shipyard

Last week in Cannes the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6856" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marche Yachting & Cruising Association (Company)">Marche Yachting &amp; Cruising Association</a> (MYC) held its inaugural meeting onboard the 32-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere delle Marche (CdM) (Company)">Cantiere delle Marche</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8655" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Uptight32.0m (104'12&quot;)Cantiere delle Marche (CdM)2022">Uptight</a>. The conference saw announcements from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere delle Marche (CdM) (Company)">Cantiere delle Marche</a>'s Vasco Buonpensiere, Maurizio Minossi, President of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6856" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marche Yachting & Cruising Association (Company)">MYC</a>, Luca Serfilippi, Secretary of the Bureau of the Marche Legislative Assembly, delegated by the Marche Region Councillor for Productive Activities and Vice President of the Marche Region Council, Mirco Carloni. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/240682/image/large-a29cc9e2ea37030a1d9ec7c05150ea80.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/240682">The presentations described how the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6856" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marche Yachting & Cruising Association (Company)">MYC</a> aims to create training resources for the nautical sector within the region, bringing young people into the yachting industry. The 22 members will collaborate in various activities, aiming to innovate and spread the understanding of the importance of the Marche region for cruising and shipbuilding. Among the many members are; <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere delle Marche (CdM) (Company)">Cantiere &nbsp;delle Marche</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5172" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Rossini (Company)">Cantiere Rossini</a> (Lisa Group), Cantori, Corset/Linset, CPN, &nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/12" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CRN (Company)">CRN Ferretti Group</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="FM Architettura (Company)">FM Architettura di Interni</a>, Furlanetto International, I- &nbsp;Carbon, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2090" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luxury Projects (Company)">LP Luxury Projects</a>, Massari Design, Mino Decor, MSA Yacht, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1757" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palumbo Superyachts (Company)">Palumbo Superyachts</a>, Planstudio, Poltrona Frau, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4369" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Team Italia (Company)">Team Italia</a>, SailADV, Sailsolutions, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3559" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Videoworks S.P.A. (Company)">Videoworks</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/240683/image/large-e772f3f4b941d3473587209ea3f885d6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/240683">The aim of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6856" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marche Yachting & Cruising Association (Company)">Marche Yachting &amp; Cruising Association</a> is to raise awareness about the region and the companies that operate within it. As Vasco Buonpensiere pointed out: "When they told me about the Association project, especially from the training point of view, I was immediately convinced of the importance of being part of it. We want to &nbsp;develop synergies and promote ourselves in the right way to make people &nbsp;understand that Marche is the right side of Italy to build Yachts. Like with cars, when you think of Italian cars Turin immediately springs to mind, but the &nbsp;best ones are actually built in Emilia Romagna. That is what we would like to &nbsp;see happen when it comes to yachts. That Marche would be immediately &nbsp;associated with the concepts of excellence and great opportunities offered by the Region”.

Marche Yachting and Cruising Association announced

In Cannes the Marche Yachting & Cruising Association held its inaugural meeting.

Marche Yachting & Cruising Association announced in Cannes

SuperYacht Times Synopsis August

SYT Synopsis: August's leading yacht news

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> has laid the keel of the 72-metre superyacht Moonflower 72, the first full-custom new build project following the recapitalisation of the brand under Marcello Maggi and W-Fin Sarl. An exclusive ceremony was held &nbsp;in Porto Marghera, Venice, to mark the occasion. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/239481/image/large-c329690e3f66513899a2e8dcf89d7370.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/239481">The 72-metre superyacht features an exterior design and naval architecture by Nauta Yachts, and she's &nbsp;expected to offer 1,450 GT of interior volume. Moonflower 72 is being constructed out of steel and aluminium for her hull and superstructure, respectively. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/239479/image/large-39685f4361c4a13023ea4fd47ea4a7d9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/239479">"Venice, a world icon for its artistic beauty and its lagoon, but at the same time with a rich maritime and shipbuilding tradition, has always fascinated me,” Marcello Maggi, commented. “We chose the production terminal in Porto Marghera precisely because this district contains all the characteristics we were looking for: on the one hand suitable spaces and strong skills matured over decades of activity in metal working; on the other hand the cultural and artistic allure of Venice. All sealed by our experience in yacht building. We have all the elements to be sure of building a highly technological product”.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/239480/image/large-3698cbc7e3e8f394c38fa2a9f5e482a7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/239480"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/239484/image/large-e51b51d37ee8e79f9be5774192748b15.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/239484">The Moonflower 72’s exterior design has been described as being “crisp, uncluttered design without fussy or superfluous detailing is a hallmark of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta Design</a>”. A highlight of the design is the patented ‘The Island’ feature; an expandable aft deck/beach club, thanks to three folding bulwark terraces. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/239482/image/large-25579ccf097ab9b06bce6dae97c47a56.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/239482">Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55154" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta and Wider announce sale of 72m hybrid superyacht Moonflower 72, now in-build (2022-05-17 10:45:00 +0200)">Nauta and Wider announce sale of 72m hybrid superyacht Moonflower 72, now in-build</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> will equip the Moonflower 72 with its latest generation of hybrid propulsion system comprising just two variable-speed generators supplied by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> Energy Solutions. The shipyard is said to have also paid great attention to the recovery of energy from the electrical propulsion system. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48245/image/large-1306d70f764efd133fc7accbfc3a9ab6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48245">Moonflower 72 is scheduled to be delivered in 2025. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48246/image/large-92b332bdf828d33e66d29ceb5b34c851.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48246">

72m superyacht Moonflower 72 in-build

Wider has laid the keel of the 72m superyacht Moonflower 72. She is expected to be delivered in 2025. 

Wider lays keel of 72m superyacht Moonflower 72

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a> have secured a partnership, and the American dealer will now be the exclusive North American distributor of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>’s production line of catamarans.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/184954/image/large-cb047084464f2702c524eb07295a896c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/184954">“We are thrilled to be working with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a>,” Marcello Maggi, President of W-Fin Sarl, the holding Company that owns 100 percent of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> equity, said. “Their vast network of dealerships and deep experience with yachting and its people is unsurpassed in the American market. We believe that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a> will be able to make <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> a household name among American boaters.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218829/image/large-96bb2c59cf32b2a6ee202b0be37ae7f7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218829">“Furthermore,” Maggi added. “We were very impressed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a>’s service capabilities as well as their aftercare, including after-sales assistance and spare-part services. We are confident that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a> will keep our catamarans running smoothly, and our customers happy, for many years to come.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218830/image/large-ef2d7435edc276b83aaf0dcc72019581.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218830"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a> is one of the world’s largest boat dealerships, with operations in over 100 locations. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>, on the other hand, is a key player in building top-tier and eco-conscious yachts. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> currently has five units of its new WiderCat92 series underway, all of which are scheduled to be delivered in either 2023 or 2024. Notably, two are destined for the American market. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218831/image/large-7ef1fbb54c2ffb89d751ffa81dba1ce1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218831"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> has stated that it will keep a strict division between the distribution of its catamarans and its superyachts. The latter category includes its recently unveiled full custom project Moonflower 72.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55154" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta and Wider announce sale of 72m hybrid superyacht Moonflower 72, now in-build (2022-05-17 10:45:00 +0200)">Nauta and Wider announce sale of 72m hybrid superyacht Moonflower 72, now in-build</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MarineMax (Company)">MarineMax</a> Chief Revenue Officer Chuck Cashman commented, “<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>'s cutting-edge technologies and luxurious Italian design style strengthen our ability to provide the best customer experience to boat and yacht owners around the world. Their unique offering fits perfectly in our brand lineup, and I know our customers, and team members for that matter, will be excited to get some hands-on interactions with the new WiderCat 92.”

Wider and MarineMax partnership

Wider and MarineMax secured a partnership that gives the dealer exclusive North American distribution rights of Wider’s production catamarans. 

Wider and MarineMax announce partnership

SuperYacht Times Synopsis May

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SYT Synopsis: Leading yacht news from May

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> have announced the sale and start of the construction of a 72-metre superyacht called the Moonflower 72 project, an innovative steel and aluminium superyacht equipped with latest generation of the Wider hybrid propulsion system.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/227201/image/large-3489469d1fe7fece64fd6f2c53fe8548.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/227201"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> joined forces in 2021 when <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta</a> was looking for a builder for the 70 metre Moonflower yacht project and attention turned to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> as the possible builder of the project. The two veterans of the superyacht industry immediately saw eye to eye, and soon after the preliminary design package was shared with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>. That led to an agreement between the client and a Letter of Intent &nbsp;was signed in early September 2021 and a contract in January 2022.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/227200/image/large-bd85f16d10515930215556136df20e71.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/227200">“The Moonflower 72 retains all the key features &nbsp;of modern yet timeless design, onboard liveability and maximum connection with &nbsp;the marine environment – fundamental characteristics of all <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta</a> projects,” says Mario Pedol. “With <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> we found just the right cocktail of technology and team organisation to make the project a reality.”The yachts exterior has a clean and uncluttered design with horizontal lines and the extensive use of glass. The yacht features 'The Island' extendable aft deck patented by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nauta Yachts S.r.l. (Company)">Nauta</a> that features folding bulwark terraces that provides a single walk-around space.“We’ve invested heavily in restructuring the shipyard in anticipation of orders like this one and thanks to the current management that has been working together for 30 years, Wider is able to build the Moonflower 72 to the highest quality levels,” says Marcello Maggi.&nbsp;The Moonflower 72 will be equipped with the Wider hybrid propulsion system comprising two variable-speed generators of 1,860 kilowatts each and a sodium nickel battery bank of approximately 1MW.&nbsp;The yacht is due for delivery in 2025.

Nauta and Wider Moonflower 72

Nauta and Wider has announced the beginning of construction of a 72m superyacht, Moonflower 72.

Nauta and Wider announce sale of 72m hybrid superyacht Moonflower 72, now in-build

The 49.56-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2019">Stern</a> has entered the market. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/stern" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht, Stern for sale</a>, was delivered in 2019 from Italy as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> 165 series. This spacious 499 GT yacht has had extensive refits in recent years with plenty of amenities onboard including a helipad.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226109/image/large-7768f4062000144fca924bf9f1df82be.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226109">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> boasts elegant lines with her naval architecture by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider s.r.l</a> and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ital Projects - Fulvio de Simoni (Company)">Ital Projects - Fulvio de Simoni</a> in partnership with Tilli Antonelli and the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> design team. Stern’s modern interior design is the work of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5853" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ideaeITALIA (Company)">ideaeITALIA</a> who have designed her to be bright and spacious. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226105/image/large-7e607a2b7b7d4493789370fa900a9092.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226105"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226113/image/large-fa03c8804b70ec16bae8e438fa6c4ac3.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226113">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/wider/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Wider yacht for sale</a> has an elegant saloon that features wall to ceiling windows that allow natural light to pleasantly illuminate the spacious living area, and allow magnificent views of the yacht’s surroundings. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2019">Stern</a>’s large dining area is able to seat up to eight guests for a sophisticated dining experience.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226108/image/large-28ac3424244d0160a932381d904c419f.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226108"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226101/image/large-f47254115cf8efe3a19c5ed7fb540a24.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226101"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226111/image/large-8a510de85ebd000da716e41cf07f0a00.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226111"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226097/image/large-7e358a71d5f6ba35a881f5b1d99f6ead.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226097">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> is able to comfortably sleep up to 12 guests across five staterooms. One of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2019">Stern</a>’s most exceptional features on board can be found in the area reserved for the owner: an apartment that extends across the complete beam of the yacht with two private balconies overlooking the sea and an office. On the lower deck <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2019">Stern</a> has four spacious guest staterooms all with bathrooms; two of them double VIP staterooms and two twin staterooms.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226106/image/large-2d753c9f87e360dafc84db4fd2251901.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226106"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48414/image/large-fcc71abeeb7feb3728b24dad26c27891.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48414">On the main deck of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2019">Stern</a> guests are able to make use of the gym area, with an open balcony area to take in the views while exercising. As well as this, the main deck is home to a sauna and spa area for guests to relax after a busy day. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226096/image/large-d98c24e54f343834faa11c956641b01b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226096"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226098/image/large-2886078896a7d916b95191c4c964beb2.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226098"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226102/image/large-bd6a82a332b5e819d1a88cdba7b73d7a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226102"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2019">Stern</a> has a generously sized beach club with two platforms on either side that drop down at water level. The hangar, with an indoor salt water pool, can host a tender such as the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">WIDER</a> 32, and a submarine or, alternatively, a spa. She also has a large touch-and-go-helipad.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/226099/image/large-cde987d6035bb808e9909de8d356a822.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/226099"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2019">Stern</a> is equipped with a Diesel Electric Zero Emission propulsion that allows for seven hours of navigation on batteries. She is able to reach a top speed of 14 knots with a cruising speed of 13 knots.

Wider motor yacht Stern for sale

The 50m Wider motor yacht Stern has entered the market. Stern was delivered in 2019 from Italy as part of the Wider 165 series. 

Elegant 50m Wider motor yacht Stern enters the market

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marc Pajot Yachts (Company)">Pajot Custom Yachts</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> shipyard have unveiled the designs for a new 26.84-metre eco-friendly hybrid catamaran concept, the Eco Yacht 88. The design comes from the minds of the Olympic medallist and designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marc Pajot Yachts (Company)">Marc Pajot</a>, and the Italian shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>, who collaborated in 2020 to create the Eco Yacht 115. The Eco Yacht 88 is set to be a hybrid sail/diesel-electric propulsion yacht with a high level of comfort and luxury.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/224836/image/large-c620067b71320b15ced219ec13b972f7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/224836">The Eco Yacht 88 uses natural energy created by the wind and sun for its propulsion to create as little impact to the environment without noise or pollution. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marc Pajot Yachts (Company)">Marc Pajot</a> and naval architect Nicolas Fauroux have shown themselves to be mindful of having near zero CO2 emissions when the Eco Yacht 88 is under way. Its ultra-modern design combines cutting-edge technologies such as the boomless rig, the deployment of 50 square-metres of solar panels, a new generation electric drivetrain, as well as durable and solid construction materials such as aluminium and carbon.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/224842/image/large-d57de50d13e6af09107ad0a4b71a4f23.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/224842"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/224841/image/large-135a3cd11d8407a30788f4bd0be1ddfa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/224841">Eco Yacht 88’s interior design has been developed in collaboration with Centro Style <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> to create custom finishes that are adaptable to suit the wishes of the future owner. The full beam superstructure is able to use the full width of the platform to create a spacious and homely interior with panoramic living areas. This impressive avant-garde layout incorporates a 75 square-metre saloon on either side, as well as a semi-open galley to port, and a home cinema to starboard, to create intimate and discrete areas that are still able to preserve communication.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/224840/image/large-40e21322be0d9e6f4d239efdc4d80ef3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/224840"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/224838/image/large-6fae1a0050df1a4724b17de076be61e6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/224838">Eco Yacht 88 is able to accommodate up to eight guests with a master suite towards the front of the deck with direct access to the well appointed forward deck and Jacuzzi. There is also the option of making these two VIP staterooms to the forward that offer exceptional views. In addition to this two 20 square-metre VIP beach club staterooms are installed aft in the hulls to create a private terrace on the water.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/224839/image/large-da000c77eefc81dbc7901a465ea30ae4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/224839">Eco Yacht 88 is fitted with a boomless mainsail that is simple and safe to use. This along with the diesel-electric Pod drivetrain and its green energy production mean that the yacht can move quickly, economically, silently and ecologically. Two walk-in engine rooms are centrally located in each hull to provide easy access for maintenance and storage.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/224837/image/large-52a9e8308371172489833219a2733b2d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/224837">Eco Yachts 88 is able to achieve an average of 10-12 knots when under sail or using her motor. &nbsp;Her daggerboards also allow guests to get very close to the shoreline in an environmentally friendly way. The 100 percent electric drivetrain creates very little CO2 emissions and corresponds to the future zero emissions requirements in ports on the horizon for 2030.

Eco Yacht 88 concept

Pajot Yachts and Wider shipyard have unveiled the designs for a new 26.84-metre eco-friendly hybrid catamaran concept, the Eco Yacht 88.

Pajot Custom Yachts and Wider shipyard unveil a 27m eco-friendly hybrid catamaran concept, Eco Yacht 88

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider Yachts</a> has unveiled the designs for a 28-metre catamaran concept, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/11971" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Widercat 9228.0m (91'10&quot;)">Widercat 92</a>. The innovative spacious and green-conscious design, is the first multihull in the history of the Marches-based shipyard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218829/image/large-96bb2c59cf32b2a6ee202b0be37ae7f7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218829">The catamaran was designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/58" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luca Dini Design & Architecture (Company)">Luca Dini Design</a> in partnership with Centro Stile <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>. It features a new concept not seen before in the industry and is designed to cruise in total silence, without leaving a trace in the environment. This means <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/11971" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Widercat 9228.0m (91'10&quot;)">Widercat 92</a> would offer stability and comfort with cutting-edge lines and limitless enjoyment.Her environmental impact can be seen in the use of ultra-light materials like carbon, which were widely used for the hatches and superstructure. The hulls are made of vacuum-infused fibreglass. The interiors have been designed by Centro <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/58" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luca Dini Design & Architecture (Company)">Luca Dini Design</a> and feature light tones and finishes with teak accents and glossy ebony details. The owners also have the freedom to pick the furnishings and layout that they want.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218849/image/large-86addf4e3b328abec8f42acf2fc29d99.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218849"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218852/image/large-1b7b5788f0211507234fbdd7e1f27d75.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218852">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/11971" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Widercat 9228.0m (91'10&quot;)">Widercat 92</a> has an impressive continuity between all spaces onboard which means guests will not feel confined. They will be able to feel a total freedom of movement when anchored, as they can move from forward area to beach area stern freely. This new design from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> offers a hybrid propulsion performance that pushes the boundaries of progress.The hulls are fully glazed from bow to stern and the superstructure has a distinctive angled element around the upper deck. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/11971" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Widercat 9228.0m (91'10&quot;)">Widercat 92</a> features two generous VIP staterooms that open up onto the beach club. The 67-metre beach club has space for water toys in the bulwarks, and an 18-metre garage that opens with an electro-hydraulic system. The garage is closed at the stern, for safe cruising even in rough sea conditions. It easily accommodates a 5.5-metre tender or a 4.5-metre tender and a Jet Ski.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218844/image/large-8f83929a732c0276ecbab7de61a7ceea.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218844"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218848/image/large-9801df0c1da0346ed89ca6ef2d4b4735.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218848">In addition to this, the catamaran features an en-suite double stateroom and a twin stateroom. The lower deck provides a crew area at the bow of the vessel. The shipyard also gives owners the option of a four cabin layout on the lower deck.Nearly half of the main deck is used for the master stateroom, which features large windows that offer a view of the ocean. The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/11971" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Widercat 9228.0m (91'10&quot;)">Widercat 92</a> cockpit can be fully customisable for the owner’s preferences with either dinette, lounge or free-standing furnishings. The aft main deck offers a stunning 360-degree view with glass windows and flush doors surrounding the guests onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218837/image/large-0ecfc36a4872e838fc19bf9645b23c0d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218837">The upper deck includes another forward cockpit, which again the owner is free to customise by incorporating a dinette/lounge and a Jacuzzi. Unlike other boats of equal length and category, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/11971" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Widercat 9228.0m (91'10&quot;)">Wider 92</a> houses its helm in the upper deck which leaves plenty of space for common areas and ensures complete visibility.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/11971" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Widercat 9228.0m (91'10&quot;)">Widercat 92</a> draws on the shipyard’s extensive technical knowledge in the superyacht division, to incorporate a serial hybrid system on a smaller scale. Only Permanent Magnet technology electric motors are connected to the thrusters, each providing 583kW maximum power, while energy is produced by two 390kW variable speed generators each one with twin FPT combustion engines.The entire propulsion system ensures a cruising speed of 12 knots and can reach a maximum speed of 15 knots thanks to the Electric Boost. In cruising mode, the speed is 8 knots with a range of over 1,600 nautical miles. At 6 knot speed, it can reach up to 2,400 nautical miles thanks to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> Serial Hybrid System.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/218832/image/large-b1ce029f7dbdf5b1104b8f821a7790f6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/218832">The eco-friendly catamaran also includes a Zero Emission Mode, which lets the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/11971" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Widercat 9228.0m (91'10&quot;)">Wider 92</a> travel about 27 nautical miles at 6 knots in complete silence. Another option is that she can provide a 12-hour autonomy on battery power alone, without charge, when sitting at anchor. During bright, sunlit days, the large solar panels installed on <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/11971" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Widercat 9228.0m (91'10&quot;)">Widercat 92</a> will deliver energy self-sufficiency at anchor. That’s because any unused energy is stored in the batteries and used during the night.&nbsp;The first five <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/11971" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Widercat 9228.0m (91'10&quot;)">Widercat 92</a> units are now under construction. Launch and delivery is scheduled to start in January 2023.

Widercat 92 catamaran concept 

Wider Yachts has unveiled its designs for the Wider 92, a 28m green-conscious catamaran concept.

Widercat 92: The latest 28m green-conscious catamaran concept from Wider Yachts

SYT Synopsis: January's roundup

SYT looks back at January, drawing stats and figures powered by the inhouse SYT iQ.  

SYT Synopsis: January in a nutshell

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> chairman Marcello Maggi has announced the company is planning to invest up to €20 million to develop a new construction facility in Fano on Italy’s Adriatic coast. The news comes after W-Fin, a Luxembourg financial group led by Maggi, reacquired 100% ownership of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>, and Fabio Fraternale, whose previous experience includes spells with the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pershing S.p.a. (Company)">Pershing</a> and Itama brands, was appointed CEO.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/215699/image/large-a762393dec91df54d32fb2011c29bd1c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/215699">"Glass and wood will make the new Wider shipyard an icon of the city,” says Maggi. “It will employ up to 400 people and be based on the model of Silicon Valley as a reference point for students and start-ups to bring new jobs and new business to Fano. We are a shipyard that is investing in new technologies and we want to start collaborating with universities in the Marche region."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/91074/image/large-1b17518824ed33a63747ad6aed92dea6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/91074">If all goes according to plan, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> is hoping to begin building work by the summer on a disused dockside plot of 11,000 square metres it is in process of procuring. Final planning permission, however, is dependent on the height and footprint of the facility as well as public access to the so-called Passeggiata del Lisippo along the shoreline.“We already have permission to build up to 16 metres in height on the land we’re acquiring, but ideally we want the construction hall to be 24 metres so we can build a 70 or 80-metre yacht completely inside, including the mast,” say Maggi. “As a compromise we’ve proposed a building that is taller but has a smaller footprint of 8,000 square metres.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/215701/image/large-2023ab814db448215d5cc0a6042c4f77.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/215701">Another potential limitation is the depth of the water, which averages 1.8 metres, for launching operations. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> has invested in a study by a specialist engineering firm and plans to increase the dockside depth up to six metres, but in the meantime it can load larger superyachts onto a barge for launching in deeper water.The existing <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> shipyard in Ancona remains operational and there are plans to build smaller custom projects in steel and aluminium there, as well a new line of solar-powered hybrid catamarans from 60 to 80 feet in length. The company will present its catamaran projects in February on the occasion of Expo Dubai.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/215700/image/large-31b98bb2ea78a0b55b7ba1383fe5b6e2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/215700">“We haven’t been building over the last two years, but we’ve been designing a lot,” says Maggi. “Now the moment has arrived to put all those ideas and plans into practice.”

Wider unveils new shipyard in Fano Italy

The shipyard Wider Yachts has announced plans to expand with €20 million investment in Fano, Italy.

Wider announces plans for new shipyard in Fano

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4640" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pininfarina (Company)">Pininfarina</a> has announced a strategic collaboration with yacht designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ital Projects - Fulvio de Simoni (Company)">Fulvio De Simoni</a>. The Turin-based design firm, best known for its innovative work in the automotive sector, has a dedicated nautical division that has developed superyacht concepts for <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/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> as well as production models for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1912" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Yachts (Company)">Princess Yachts</a>. By integrating its own multi-disciplinary approach and use of virtual and augmented reality with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ital Projects - Fulvio de Simoni (Company)">De Simoni</a>’s long experience in the yachting industry, the aim is to develop a new style language for superyacht design that covers both exteriors and interiors.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/213258/image/large-029725baa322666f4a4a89d2e0ca5c5d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/213258"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4640" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pininfarina (Company)">Pininfarina</a> has been a symbol of Italian style for over 90 years with offices in Italy, Germany, China and the United States. SuperYacht Times <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/53979" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="At the studio with the perfect proportions of Pininfarina (2021-10-29 15:45:00 +0200)">recently visited Pininfarina's headquarters in Turin, Italy</a>. It has been active in the yachting field since the 1960s, but its first superyacht concept came in 2015 with the 85-metre Ottantacinque concept for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/295" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fincantieri Yachts (Company)">Fincantieri</a>, followed by the 70-metre Aurea concept for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> and the 30-metre WallyCento Tango. More recently, it created the radical 90-metre Kairos concept for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/193223/image/large-6bc85a3d09df455c3e9500bc15570b12.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/193223">“Our innovative approach is appreciated by prestigious shipyards with whom we have solid and lasting partnerships," says Silvio Pietro Angori, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4640" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pininfarina (Company)">Pininfarina</a>. "The collaboration with the architect <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ital Projects - Fulvio de Simoni (Company)">Fulvio De Simoni</a> and his team will allow us to further broaden our horizons with projects that combine experience and vision, allowing us to work hand-in-hand in the field of mega yachts, which is a highly sought after market cluster today.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ital Projects - Fulvio de Simoni (Company)">Fulvio De Simoni</a> began his career as a yacht designer in the early 1970s. Since then he has worked with top Italian brands <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pershing S.p.a. (Company)">Pershing</a>, <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/5525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Antonini Navi (Company)">Antonini Navi</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2515" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mochi Craft (Company)">Mochi Craft</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/412" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astondoa S.A. (Astilleros) (Company)">Astondoa</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5681" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Austin Parker Yachts (Company)">Austin Parker</a>, among others. He founded Fulvio De Simoni Yacht Design in 2015 with some of his closest collaborators.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/8400/image/large-cefa033687f88d126ba9b49581bd51d7.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/8400">"For us it is a source of great satisfaction to have entered into a collaboration with a historic brand like <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4640" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pininfarina (Company)">Pininfarina</a>," he says. "We trust that, by sharing all our experience, we can reach even higher levels of style and attention to detail.”

Pininfarina and Fulvio De Simoni team up

Pininfarina has announced a strategic collaboration with yacht designer Fulvio De Simoni.

Pininfarina and Fulvio De Simoni join forces to develop “a new style language for superyacht design”

At the 2019 <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2019">Monaco Yacht Show</a> Marcello Maggi, co-founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA Yachts</a> in 2001, announced that he had acquired the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> brand together with two investment partners, Zepter Group and Hopafi Holding. Then the Covid pandemic hit and things went quiet. During the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2021">Monaco Yacht Show 2021</a> he gathered a few members of the press together to announce further developments.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/207541/image/large-597c8f0860dff00023e8111b3b0bf779.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/207541">“The pandemic inevitably brought things to a halt, but I used the time to re-invest in human resources and develop new products in preparation for relaunching the brand,“ he told those attending.Maggi announced plans to start the series production of fibreglass boats, including catamarans, alongside full-custom superyacht construction in steel/aluminium at a new facility near Ancona. Hybrid and sustainable technologies will figure strongly throughout the production.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48367/image/large-2e40948e7afde1c771e2f0e252906e8b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48367">Maggi is committed to harnessing hybrid technology and renewable energy for yacht propulsion and hotel services. He has developed a proprietary ‘green' system (<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> Propulsion Management System) that also makes use of the latest generation photovoltaic cells for additional energy capacity. The aim is to make to make the yacht completely self-sufficient in terms of on-board systems and hotel loads, day and night. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48366/image/large-1a5834f016982aa39dd8f6a33ae6445c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48366">In an exclusive interview with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4509" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYacht Times (Company)">SuperYacht Times</a> shortly after the takeover in 2019 he told us that it was the hybrid propulsion aboard the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wide</a>r 165 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2018">Stern</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> 150 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4864" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bartali47.05m (154'4&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2016">Bartali</a> that first attracted him to the Ancona-based brand:<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/55619/image/large-ebdae669557e4963c0232c9451db0d0f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/55619">“I was amazed by the total lack of noise and vibration in silent electric mode, which provides 5-6 hours of cruising at 5 knots, or a night at anchor without firing up the generators,” he said. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stern49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2018">Stern</a>, previously named Cecilia, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4864" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bartali47.05m (154'4&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2016">Bartali</a> before her set a new benchmark with a perfect score for sound and vibration levels in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1457" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RINA (Company)">RINA</a>’s Comfort Class, as well its Platinum Green Plus Award for their green credentials.”&nbsp;Maggi has also restructured the company stakeholders. W-Fin, a Luxembourg financial group led by Maggi, has reacquired 100% ownership of Wider. Fabio Fraternale, whose previous experience includes spells with the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4876" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Group (Company)">Ferretti Group</a>’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pershing S.p.a. (Company)">Pershing</a> and Itama brands, has been appointed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> CEO.We will bring you more news from Wider as they develop.

WIDER rebranding brings new products

 Marcello Maggi has been working hard these last years to prepare WIDER for its  brand relaunch. 

WIDER recapitalises and expands facilities as it prepares to restart production

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marc Pajot Yachts (Company)">Pajot Yachts</a> has collaborated with Ancona-based shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider Yachts</a>, to create a new 44-metre catamaran concept, the 145 EcoYacht. This revolutionary aluminium and carbon catamaran follows the launch of the 115 EcoYacht last year by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marc Pajot Yachts (Company)">Pajot Yachts</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/203497/image/large-aac4106ad773421b245946d662d039bd.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/203497">The 145 EcoYacht is designed to create more volume, deck space, and give increased performance, over its smaller sistership. Alongside this new model, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marc Pajot Yachts (Company)">Pajot Yachts</a> will now offer more customisation on both designs with helm and galley positions, and configurations.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/204546/image/large-49f489930c05ce2e69f47074b9abbd1b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/204546"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/204545/image/large-6445d38e81a2dea21965b7c542b62b42.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/204545">Marc Pajot of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4855" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marc Pajot Yachts (Company)">Pajot Yachts</a>, commented, “The synergy with what I have been developing with our eco catamaran and the superyachts produced by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> is exceptional.” He adds, “The eco credentials are now an important factor in expectations and demands from the new eco-aware yachting customer. Adding leading edge hybrid power-train technology developed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> and their specialist technical partners and suppliers, has created a unique yachting opportunity and experience.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/204550/image/large-74628da97b3373ed66688e85b8b18679.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/204550"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/203495/image/large-1db90089286e245764105e70cecc087c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/203495" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;"><ul><li><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/50098" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marcello Maggi and partners acquire Wider (2019-07-04 21:16:00 +0200)">Marcello Maggi and partners acquire Wider</a></li><li><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/50469" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Insight: Marcello Maggi on the future of Wider shipyard (2019-09-30 14:30:00 +0200)">Insight: Marcello Maggi on the future of Wider shipyard</a></li></ul><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/50098" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marcello Maggi and partners acquire Wider (2019-07-04 21:16:00 +0200)"></a>The 145 EcoYacht catamaran will have extensive deck space including a swimming pool, a beach club to stern, and various lounge and sunbathing areas. The 145 EcoYacht will also have hybrid-propulsion making it more environmentally-conscious.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/203496/image/large-f8a3cb504b45241947fb8ca623a18ca3.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/203496">Marcello Maggi, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>, remarks, “We are just beginning an age of eco awareness for yachting as a whole and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> will be at the leading edge of this technology at all times, from hydrogen power to the dawn of new power sources such as Thermionic Converters. I am personally very excited about our partnership with Marc Pajot, and his exceptionally talented team. Together we will build some spectacular eco hybrid catamarans, setting a new benchmark on the oceans.” <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/204547/image/large-af1c2ec147924c1bb80ffb221e9045cf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/204547">

Wider-Pajot 145 EcoYacht catamaran

Pajot Yachts has partnered with Wider to create a 145 EcoYacht model, adding more volume, deck space and performance. 

Wider-Pajot 145 EcoYacht catamaran concept

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a> has announced the sale of the 49.56-metre Wider 165 superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cecilia49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2018">Cecilia</a>,&nbsp;with Bart Kimman representing the seller and Alex Lees-Buckley acting on behalf of the buyer in the deal.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48368/image/large-56575f46143bb9f9db9208e6f37d44e8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48368">Originally delivered in 2018, the all-aluminium 499 GT <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cecilia49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2018">Cecilia</a> is designed by Italian studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ital Projects - Fulvio de Simoni (Company)">Fulvio de Simoni</a> and interior designers <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5853" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ideaeITALIA (Company)">IdeaeITALIA</a>, with naval architecture by<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">&nbsp;Wider</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48398/image/large-4fc12aaa1380f4a2381576e058d25905.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48398"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48416/image/large-1a7b6e80cd70b657a06655e793a56c25.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48416">On board, up to 12 guests are housed across five staterooms, with a crew of 11 also accommodated for across six cabins.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48366/image/large-1a5834f016982aa39dd8f6a33ae6445c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48366"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48404/image/large-7ab18b39947d0b2f97429afe553970a4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48404"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48407/image/large-bf9e9d62523170dde1a0caf4ec419527.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48407">The full-beam owner's suite comes complete with a fold-down balcony, private office and palatial-marble finished bathroom with free-standing bathtub. Additional guests are housed across two VIP suites and two twin cabins.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48408/image/large-8fd038e6ab889ef10bdbb55ed93da4f1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48408"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48388/image/large-d802cac69f3cbc6d330e65b0083c073a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48388">&nbsp;Just some of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cecilia49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2018">Cecilia's&nbsp;</a>top features include her large tender garage bordering the expansive beach club which can be transformed into a saltwater pool, as well as her two Jacuzzi spa pools – one located on the flush foredeck and one on the flybridge – and her touch-and-go-helipad. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48371/image/large-fcde8922d3bdfafb5d1ba5d4942e8220.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48371"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48396/image/large-d464b89c0acce1b88460e49a5c4c708e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48396">Equipped with diesel electric technology and accredited as a RINA Green Plus Platinum Class yacht, the eco-aware motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cecilia49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2018">Cecilia&nbsp;</a>has a maximum speed of 14.1 knots, and a cruising speed of 13 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48428/image/large-2120bb527590faea923ac4b3331566cc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48428">At an economical cruising speed of 10 knots, she has an impressive range of 5,600 nm.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48362/image/large-de4c25d00a7dd168aaa72c059b31fd26.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48362"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48420/image/large-1d63884c3435f11ca872e7d6b50c45a1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48420">Spending 434 days on the market prior to the completion of the sale, the last known-asking price for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cecilia49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2018">Cecilia</a> when she was listed as a<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">&nbsp;yacht for sale</a> was €25,900,000.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/48361/image/large-8ff6e2af49257e308cfe95ecfcd9f46f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48361">

New owner for 50m Wider 165 yacht Cecilia 

The 50m Wider 165 yacht Cecilia has changed hands thanks to Camper & Nicholsons. Discover all about the deal on SYT. 

50m Wider 165 superyacht Cecilia sold 

For the second consecutive year, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4509" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYacht Times (Company)">SuperYacht Times</a> hosted a half-day seminar on the superyacht new-build and refit sector during the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/76" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seatec - 2020">Seatec 2020</a> event, hosted in Marina di Carrara and organised by IMM-CarraraFiere in collaboration with the Italian Trade Agency (ITA). Powered by data from SuperYacht Times’ in-house information system - <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/market-intelligence" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">SuperYacht Times iQ</a> - the following breaks down the key findings that were discussed in the three panels. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/110875/image/large-5afff7c6cd83bb210c4eb40cc376e6a9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/110875">Opening with a presentation of the key statistics on the world’s superyacht fleet, the refit market and sales of used superyachts, the numbers revealed that the world’s superyacht fleet of yachts over 30 metres currently amounts to roughly 5,090 yachts. New yacht sales throughout 2019 amounted to 162 yachts - which is considerably lower than the 198 new yachts sold in 2018 - and the market segment of 60 to 80-metre yachts showed a favourable exception as sales rose from 11 yachts in 2018 to 17 yachts in 2019. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/113608/image/large-3556bf654778ad10a9f822d736cd8493.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/113608">Italian shipyards seemed to dominate the market of new-build yachts of up to 60 metres, constituting a share of 58% of yachts currently in-build between 30 and 40 metres and 52% of in-build yachts between 40 and 60 metres. Regarding the refit market, SuperYacht Times’ intelligence team tracked more than 3,300 yacht refits in the 30-metre plus segment between 2016 and 2019, concluding that Italy is one of the top refit destinations. With 38 yards involved in refits throughout 2019, a total of 235 yacht visits were recorded at Italian refit yards.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/110867/image/large-53c55d4fbaabb10bed62b3f8c27c6dd8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/110867">Panel 1: Trends in refitThe first panel, ‘trends in refit’, was hosted alongside three experts from the superyacht refit industry - Chiara Pardini from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4749" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seven Stars Marina & Shipyard (Company)">Seven Stars Marina &amp; Shipyard</a>, Daniele Di Giampaolo from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/86" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amico & Co. s.r.l. (Company)">Amico &amp; Co.</a> and Rob Papworth from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 La Ciotat (Company)">MB92 La Ciotat</a> - who offered the audience valuable insights into current trends in the refit sector.The panel members discussed an increased demand for refit works, quicker turnarounds as owners demand results in shorter timespans, and a more professional industry as larger yachts are coming in for refit works. The experts also noted that business is still growing, which has been enabled by the large investments that have been made in refit shipyards over recent years. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/113611/image/large-b3d72602719fe8c9eae17f1e4dcec790.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/113611">Panel 2: Refit and new-build: a winning combination?The second panel focused on shipyards that offer new constructions and refit works within the same company. Giangiacomo Zino from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1371" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="T. Mariotti Spa (Company)">T.Mariotti S.p.A.</a>, Giulio Pennacchio of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/194" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nuovi Cantieri Apuania S.p.A. (Company)">NCA Refit</a>, Marcela De Kern Royer of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ICON Yachts (Company)">ICON Yachts</a> and Marzio Rucconi of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1757" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palumbo Shipyard (Company)">Palumbo Shipyards Superyacht Refit</a> were the speakers.&nbsp;The panel discussed the pros and cons of combining new-build and refit work within the same company, how it works in practice, and why shipyards are choosing to combine the two.Within this discussion, the experts explained that the practice began in response to an increase in customer demand. Yet they also emphasised that combining the two disciplines requires a lot of flexibility from shipyards. Refits tend to require a lot of manpower in a short timespan, while working hours on new-build yachts tend to be more spread out.&nbsp;In addition, they also discussed how post-sales services to new-build yachts and refit works on different yachts tend to be completely separate activities by nature, meaning that a shipyard might work on a refit and new-build activities on the same site, while keeping the two as unique entities. In contrast to this, other yards take on a more flexible approach, combining the two activities.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/113613/image/large-2c8ce9801fe81ba1434921122b1e3312.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/113613"> Panel 3: Investing in shipyards: a good choice?The third and final panel discussed the various reasons behind shipyard investments, whether they are profitable, and what kinds of investors take the plunge, with Armando Branchini from EY / Fondazione Altagamma, Stefano Talamonti from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider Yachts</a> and Stewart Parvin from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5172" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Rossini (Company)">Cantiere Rossini</a> leading the discussion.&nbsp;The panel regarded private investors with long-term targets as the best types of investors in superyacht refit and new-build yards. Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) were not seen as being very lucrative as the return on investment (ROI) is often not at the level shareholders are accustomed to from other investments. Renewed entry of private equity into yacht building was not completely ruled out by panel members, as there are some private equity funds today which take a more long-term view and are willing to take the plunge. Finally, the panel noted that, in their experience, banks were reluctant to loan money to shipyards. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/113610/image/large-b97dce4133df5bd9d2e04c02387b63b9.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/113610">

Seatec 2020 in review

After another successful Seatec event and SYT seminar, we look back at the key findings discussed.

During the 2019 Monaco Yacht Show, Italian shipbuilder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> revealed a 41-metre all-aluminium superyacht concept: Wider 135. Since then, the builder has confirmed that construction of the new superyacht will begin in June 2020 on speculation. Centro Stile,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>'s exterior styling department, designed a modern yet dynamic yacht that maintains a close connection to the sea. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/99305/image/large-876d40196dcdd62308570bb76723720b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/99305">Similar to the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/yacht-wider-180" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Wider 180 which is currently in-build</a>, Wider 135 features a beach club that completely unfolds to create a 90-square-metre large swim platform at water level, an ideal spot for guests to sunbathe. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/99304/image/large-6d9cd745f15c69487a992a937317a406.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/99304">Marcello Maggi, President of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> explained: “I firmly believe that in this niche; we manage to offer the volume and the comfort of a displacement yacht and the enjoyment at sea typical of an open boat.”&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/99303/image/large-63bd47e770a1b00f17eb36b487a3bc94.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/99303">As with Wider 180, the Wider 135 yacht helps to promote an eco-conscious and electrically-powered future in yachting. Tiziano Giovannetti from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> commented: “One of our main goals is to achieve a completely electric propulsion system without the actual limitations in range and speed and we will do this in five years’ time”.

New 41m speculation project Wider 135 to be built in 2020

Wider has revealed its latest 41m yacht Wider 135 designed by Centro Stile.

When in 2013 Marcello Maggi walked away from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA Yachts</a>, the shipyard he had co-founded with Gianluca Fenucci, he set up as an independent yacht consultant and broker in Monaco. At the beginning of July he once again became a yacht builder by acquiring the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> shipyard in his hometown of Ancona, together with two investment partners. Just days after the transfer of ownership was confirmed, we sat down with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>’s new president and sales &amp; marketing director to talk about the acquisition and his future plans for the brand.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/91057/image/large-52759687eca6ef423bfa644338ff6c30.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/91057">When did Wider first spark your interest? I’ve always been interested in what <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> was doing and maintained close relations, especially after I left <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a>. I was curious about their hybrid propulsion systems and how the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/6660" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider 16549.98m (163'12&quot;)">Wider 165</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cecilia49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2018">Cecilia</a> has a technical compartment in the bow for the power management system, generators and battery banks. About a year ago my interest spiked when I had the opportunity to try out the 165. I was amazed by the total lack of noise and vibration in silent electric mode, which provides 5-6 hours of cruising at 5 knots, or a night at anchor without firing up the generators. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cecilia49.56m (162'7&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2018">Cecilia</a>, and the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/6659" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider 15047.05m (154'4&quot;)">Wider 150</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4864" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bartali47.05m (154'4&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2016">Bartali</a> (ex: Genesi) before her, set a new benchmark with a perfect score for sound and vibration levels in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1457" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RINA (Company)">RINA</a>’s Comfort Class, as well its Platinum Green Plus Award for their green credentials.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/48372/image/large-076aca350cf218beedb2102f0372f40a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48372"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/48367/image/large-2e40948e7afde1c771e2f0e252906e8b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48367">The Genting Group [Ed. Exa Ltd, a subsidiary of Genting Hong Kong Ltd, took over ownership of Wider after the departure in May 2017 of its founder and CEO, Tilli Antontelli] was looking to get out of medium-size yacht building and the risk was that the brand would simply disappear. I thought the company had achieved so much that it couldn’t just fade away, so I started thinking seriously about what could be done to save the brand. Buying the shipyard was the logical next step.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/3030/image/large-ac174b079bbd86bb6cb3743614628d13.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/3030"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/3043/image/large-dfa78401315721f6d3c923f8ec35578b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/3043">You have a 57 per cent stake in Wider, but tell us more about your investment partners, Zepter Group and Hopafi Holding.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2270" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Philip Zepter Yachts (Company)">Philip Zepter</a> is a yacht owner, disruptor and entrepreneur who I’ve known for more than 20 years. Innovation is at the core of many of his high-tech companies like Swisso Logical, Bioptron and Tesla Hyperlight Optics. He also sea trialled the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/6660" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider 16549.98m (163'12&quot;)">Wider 165</a> and was impressed. Tiziano Giovannetti is another entrepreneur and a childhood friend from the Ancona region. He’s CEO of the sustainable energy company Fintel Energia, which is part of his family’s Hopafi Holding group. Both partners are committed to technological innovation and long-term investment in Wider, but more importantly, we all believe that electric propulsion is the future of yachting.&nbsp;When I left <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA</a> I started investing in renewable energy and I’m also consulting for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5188" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silent Yachts (Company)">Silent Yachts</a>, which is building its latest solar-powered catamarans in Italy. Norway has already proposed a ban on heavy fuels and scrubbers in its fjords, and others will follow suit soon. I think it’s absurd that superyachts are burning thousands of litres of diesel just to keep their generators running at anchor. That’s just not cool anymore. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/91051/image/large-eccb6c434597b22857c486850ce4a539.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/91051">All the same, hybrid superyachts are still a rarity and ultimately Wider failed to capture the imagination of the marketplace.&nbsp;I think that will change. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> was ahead of its time when it launched the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/6659" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider 15047.05m (154'4&quot;)">Wider 150</a> in 2015. The market is much more familiar with hybrid technology now from what’s happening in the automotive world. When you buy a car today, you seriously consider a hybrid or electric model. The same will happen with yachts and when I showed a long-standing client around the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/6660" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider 16549.98m (163'12&quot;)">Wider 165</a>, he told me it was the first time in 30 years he’d seriously considered buying on impulse. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/48417/image/large-d2298af88470aa9928d1f8ab880d74f1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48417"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/48406/image/large-060214958758b7f0a3b2ed39ea233838.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48406">The other issue for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> was that they had little experience of displacement superyachts, which in terms of layout and amenities are very different from planing yachts. On the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/YachtModel/6660" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider 16549.98m (163'12&quot;)">Wider 165</a>, for example, the owner’s suite in the middle of the main deck, and the relatively small sundeck, didn’t live up to the expectations of the displacement market. I think the forward engine room compartment and the open-air lounge on the foredeck, which is in full view of the crew on the bridge, are other questionable features in a conservative industry unused to lots of changes all at the same time. These are factors that may have delayed further sales, but <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> sowed the seeds and now is the time to reap the rewards.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/2990/image/large-ab304bb06bb42cab4501730936db8c1a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/2990">So how will the Wider product change under the new ownership?We have a clear step-by-step plan for how we want to move forward. First and foremost, we want to continue as pioneers in hybrid technology for yachts. We’re starting with <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/yacht-wider-180" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">a new 54-metre project</a> of around 820 gross tons that will be presented at the <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2019">Monaco Yacht Show</a>. The exterior styling by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/289" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andrea Vallicelli (Company)">Andrea Vallicelli</a> is very much in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> vein and the interior design is by Michele Lubrano, a young independent designer formerly employed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> who is returning as chief of our in-house style department. The drive-in tender garage will remain and house a Wider 32 or 42, but here too there will be an exciting development that will be revealed when we unveil the project. &nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/99308/image/large-63b37539e3f0e3c8182653eb0455825d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/99308">The big change is on the technical front. We’re keeping the same basic hybrid system and podded propulsion, but instead of four generators the new 54-metre yacht will have just one in a technical compartment amidships on the lower deck, plus an emergency generator for get-home power. A battery bank will provide 10 hours of silent, emission-free cruising at 10 knots, or electrical power for hotel loads at anchor for up to 30 hours. Moreover, it can be fully recharged in just one hour.&nbsp;Smaller displacement models will follow of around 108, 120 and 135 feet, based on the same engineering platform with hybrid propulsion. We also have changes planned for the Wider 32 and 42 runabouts, while for superyachts over 250 feet we have an agreement with Genting to build at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1075" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lloyd Werft (Company)">Lloyd Werft</a>, its shipyard in Germany.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/99306/image/large-fb0e289eb102999866a8886e35fa62ac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/99306">Do you already have a prospective client for the first unit, or are you prepared to start building on spec?I have one of two clients in mind, but we’re also ready to build on spec. We want to compete with the top Dutch brands and to do that we have to focus on quality rather than quantity. Ideally, I’d like to have two projects in build and a third in the pre-engineering phase. In three years’ time, I think we’ll have something very special to present to the market. In the long term, the idea is to be able to sell our hybrid know-how and technology on to other shipyards, and list the company on the stock exchange.&nbsp;How does it feel to be building yachts again in Ancona?I’m a lot more relaxed about it now that I was just before the acquisition! I realise we’re taking a risk and have a responsibility to the workforce, but we can stay on our feet with one project in build. Although I’m from Ancona, my business is in Monaco. I’ll be visiting the shipyard every couple of weeks, but I don’t want it to depend on me. I have a very talented workforce in place that can take care of the day-to-day running of the company. I want to be able to stay focused on the bigger picture – strategic decisions, better products, what the market wants – and communicate that picture to the rest of the team.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=""><img src="/uploads/store/photo/55401/image/large-6524e9c9dfc37e22bf131ecc39bea57e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/55401"></a>This article is featured in the latest edition of the SuperYacht Times newspaper. <a href="http://www.superyachtcompany.com/newspaper/the-superyacht-times-subscription">Subscribe now&nbsp;</a>to receive your copy straight to your door and never miss another issue.

An interview with Wider shipyard president Marcello Maggi

Wider shipyard president, and sales & marketing director Marcello Maggi talks about the acquisition and his future plans for the brand.

Insight: Marcello Maggi on the future of Wider shipyard

Since its recent <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/wider-sold-to-marcello-maggi" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">acquisition</a> by the Monaco-based group Nautical Hybrid Tech in partnership with Zepter Group and Hopafi Holding Srl, the Italian shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> has started construction on the first 54-metre Wider 180 superyacht. With an anticipated delivery for February 2022, the first cut of her hull is set to take place at the beginning of 2020.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/99308/image/large-63b37539e3f0e3c8182653eb0455825d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/99308">Wider 180 features a clean and minimalistic exterior design by the Rome-based design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/289" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andrea Vallicelli (Company)">Andrea Vallicelli &amp; C Yacht Design</a>. Marcello Maggi, President of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> commented: “I am an enthusiast of this project, be it for the beautiful, clean, modern lines or for its green soul, which is something we strongly believe in. We opened the way for electric propulsion to be applied to leisure superyachts and this is the right path to cover, without looking behind.”<img src="/uploads/store/photo/99306/image/large-fb0e289eb102999866a8886e35fa62ac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/99306">Equipped with one main generator as well as a back-up generator that overall reduces the yacht’s weight and thus reduces fuel consumption and maintenance expenses, Wider 180 marks the shipyard’s first step towards integrating fully electric-powered technology to its superyachts. &nbsp;The 160-square-metre large beach area boasts a seawater swimming pool, a spa and a gym, making it the ideal space for guests to unwind. A Floating Launching System enables the crew to easily move around as they launch and recover the 10-metre tender.&nbsp;

Construction starts on 54m Wider 180 superyacht

With her delivery expected to take place in February 2022, construction has begun on the first 54m yacht Wider 180.

After a typically busy (and uncharacteristically hot!) summer season, we are finally ready to gear up to the biggest event in the yachting calendar. That’s right, Monaco Yacht Show is just around the corner. To this end, we can introduce our September/October of The SuperYacht Times&nbsp;newspaper which is available<a href="http://www.superyachtcompany.com/newspaper/the-superyacht-times-subscription">&nbsp;via subscription</a>, or by picking up your copy at the Monaco Yacht Show. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/96746/image/large-5f4822054620d10a20685c64b49f4f68.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96746">To get you in the mood, we present our preview of all the new boats you don’t want to miss while pounding the docks (p.24) as well as examining how the show has developed in its 28-year history in our ‘In Pictures’ feature (p.50). In our special Monaco market column, Ralph Dazert delves into the data of the superyacht fleet at the show. Check it out on page 18 to find out all you need to know about this year’s lineup, which represents €3.8 billion’s worth and over 5km of 30m+ boats on display: not bad! <img src="/uploads/store/photo/96747/image/large-9886e2c6b8cdb33e5ed891421bee9837.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96747">One man who is more than familiar with the ins and outs of Monaco is seasoned superyacht designer<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tim Heywood Design Ltd. (Company)">&nbsp;Tim Heywood</a>. I visit him in his tranquil Rutland studio to find out his insights on designing really big boats and chat about his favourite projects. (p.34). Speaking of big boats, we were delighted to have the opportunity to talk about all things<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">&nbsp;Nobiskrug</a> with Iskandar Safa, CEO and Chair of the<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5541" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Privinvest (Company)"> Privinvest Group</a>. Despite Safa fitting the description of a ‘man of few words’, we gained fascinating insights into the German yard’s business model, as well as the connections between the military and yachting elements of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5541" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Privinvest (Company)">Privinvest Group</a> (p.16). <img src="/uploads/store/photo/96748/image/large-779636dc96c084cf43b3140d3dba25aa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96748">For your bi-monthly dose of wanderlust, head to page 52 where the affable owner and wind-farm entrepreneur Brian O’Sullivan explains why British Columbia really is the place to be (and tempts us with promises of whale and bear spotting). If you’re pining after sunnier climes, get yourself to our Travel feature and read the inspiring account of how the owner and crew of superyacht<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/116" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="La Dea II49.07m (160'12&quot;)Trinity Yachts, LLC2007">&nbsp;La Dea II&nbsp;</a>stepped up to the plate to provide support after Cyclone Winston struck the tropical paradise of Fiji (p.58).<img src="/uploads/store/photo/96745/image/large-d30c9d6383d54b311d551e409dd75fa1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96745">For all of this, and much more, click the subscribe link below and get your copy delivered straight to your door.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/96744/image/large-355aa99a2d5f76f71ea9ddcfd2eefb23.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96744"> ALSO IN THIS ISSUE OF THE SUPERYACHT TIMES&nbsp;NEWSPAPER: &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;On board - An exclusive look inside the highly-secretive 106-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen Yachts&nbsp;</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6167" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amadea 106.5m (349'5&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2016">Amadea</a> Business -&nbsp;Remy Millott on the highs and lows of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5540" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="GYG Plc (Company)">GYG </a>and the IPO Profile -&nbsp;Exploring the future of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> shipyard with Marcello Maggi... and much, much more. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=""><img src="/uploads/store/photo/55401/image/large-6524e9c9dfc37e22bf131ecc39bea57e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/55401"></a>

New SuperYacht Times newspaper out now 

It's that time again - the September/October issue of The SuperYacht Times is now available. Find out what's inside!

Latest issue of The SuperYacht Times newspaper out now 

The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> brand and shipyard in Ancona has been acquired by Monaco-based group Nautical Hybrid Tech, headed up by Marcello Maggi, in partnership with Zepter Group and Hopafi Holding Srl.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/86236/image/large-8e8183f7cee61ecad2ad26d667328fe0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/86236">Spearheaded by Maggi, the initiative means the co-founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ISA Yachts (Company)">ISA (International Shipyard Ancona)</a> will once again be building superyachts in his hometown in Italy, although as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> President and Sales &amp; Marketing Director he will continue to be based in Monaco.&nbsp;“I’m very thrilled to take this new challenge and honoured to be part of the&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>&nbsp;team,”&nbsp;said Marcello Maggi after concluding the acquisition. “We’re aiming to continue the leadership in hybrid-propulsion yachting, boosting innovation and research in our yachts to come.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>&nbsp;will be working in a niche segment and focusing on quality and custom-built motor yachts.” <img src="/uploads/store/photo/48367/image/large-2e40948e7afde1c771e2f0e252906e8b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48367">Philip Zepter of the Zepter Group is active in multiple sectors, but the name is associated with various high-tech companies such as Swisso Logical, Bioptron and Tesla Hyperlight Optics.&nbsp;Hopafi Holding is the investment vehicle of the Giovannetti family. It controls two publicly listed companies in Italy and eastern Europe, as well as interests in companies related to energy and sustainability such as Fintel Energy Group.&nbsp;“As someone already investing in renewable energy, I firmly believe that the future of yachting is electric,”&nbsp;says Maggi, who is also working with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5188" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Silent Yachts (Company)">Silent Yachts</a> to build solar-powered catamarans at a shipyard in Marotta near Ancona. “Besides the incredibly high level of the management team and staff,&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider’s</a>&nbsp;eco-friendly soul is what first attracted me to the company. Its hybrid-powered yachts provide extraordinary performance in terms of comfort, noise and vibration.” <img src="/uploads/store/photo/48366/image/large-1a5834f016982aa39dd8f6a33ae6445c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48366">The acquisition signals a new chapter for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> after a long period of uncertainty following the exit of its founder and CEO, Tilli Antonelli, in 2017. &nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> made its mark on the industry with the Wider 42 and Wider 32, and followed up with the Wider 150 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4864" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bartali47.05m (154'4&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2016">Bartali</a> (sold in 2016) and Wider 165 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5531" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cecilia49.98m (163'12&quot;)Wider s.r.l.2018">Cecilia</a>&nbsp;(for sale at €30,000,000), two award-winning hybrid superyachts. Both vessels set new records with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1457" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RINA (Company)">RINA</a>, achieving a perfect score for sound and vibration levels that earned them COMF (Y) 100/100 class notation, never assigned before on motor yachts. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1457" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RINA (Company)">RINA</a> also awarded them the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1457" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="RINA (Company)">RINA</a> Platinum Green Plus Award for their green credentials. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/2995/image/large-5f80f15354e4e479a7cd14802b284610.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/2995">We will bring you more details on the future plans of Marcello Maggi and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> in the September/October 2019 issue of The SuperYacht Times.

Wider bought by Marcello Maggi and partners

Italian shipyard Wider, builder of the 49m Cecilia, has been sold to Marcello Maggi, Philip Zepter and the Giovannetti family.

Marcello Maggi and partners acquire Wider

World Superyacht Awards 2019 winners

The 14th edition of the World Superyacht Awards 2019 has taken place in London, and the receivers of the coveted Neptune award have been revealed.

Winners of the 2019 World Superyacht Awards revealed

The new 49.98-metre Wider 165 project Cecilia&nbsp;is on schedule to be delivered by the end of August. She is currently half-way through her commissioning period after being launched in May. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/41300/image/large-31fc3204de2907aa2fbaf3e4d9a27de8.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/41300">Italian studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ital Projects - Fulvio de Simoni (Company)">Fulvio De Simoni&nbsp;</a>and the in-house <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a> design team worked collaboratively on her aluminium construction and contemporary interior. Cecilia&nbsp;features six cabins which can accommodate ten guests and room for a crew of 12. Stand out features include a helipad and beach club area, with a 7-metre pool. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/41308/image/large-49c95a74977d4ab297afa377987fd1ac.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/41308">Cecilia has an asking price of €30,000,000. She will also be on display at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show (Company)">Monaco Yacht Show</a>.&nbsp;

Construction update: Wider 165 Cecilia to be delivered in August

The 49.98-metre wider 165 Cecilia launched in May, and is undergoing final fitting out prior to sea trials expected to start this week. SuperYacht Times visited the yacht in Ancona for a sneak preview.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/37956/image/large-e502d8528d6b4f2778c9daa65406eedc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/37956">In many ways, the Wider 165 Cecilia is a sister ship to the award-winning Wider 150 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4864" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bartali47.05m (154'4&quot;)">Bartali</a> launched in 2016. Her muscular exterior styling by Fulvio De Simoni is immediately recognisable and she is based on the same naval platform, although the extra hull length has optimised her gross tonnage to just below the 500GT threshold.The yacht also features the same diesel-electric propulsion package, comprising four variable speed generators connected to alternators that produce electricity to power the pods with contra-rotating propellers (CRPs). Energy can also be stored in Lithium battery banks, allowing the yacht to cruise in silent zero-emission mode (ZEM) or run the hotel loads at anchor. At the time of our visit, the power management system was hooked up to load banks on the dock for testing.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/34907/image/large-f48cd862f764b9ee208598c0e2ea2548.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/34907"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/34906/image/large-62274853ca31a995ab51adebcc6be7cf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/34906">However, critical elements of the engineering, layout and design have been tweaked to improve the operation of the yacht and further increase comfort for owners and guests. &nbsp;&nbsp;The layout of the technical areas, for example, is very different. The 150 has two technical rooms, one forward and another amidships. But on the 165 the power management system, generators and battery banks are all housed in a split-level compartment in the bow for a more rational installation of the high-voltage system and shorter cable runs. The yacht further benefits from last-generation EST-Floattech batteries and upgraded software for the power management system.Another difference is the float-in tender garage. As on the 150, this doubles as a beach club and is designed to drive in a Wider 32 by lifting up the aft platform on hydraulic rams. But on the 165 the space is also set up to house a U-Boat Worx Super Yacht Sub 3.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/34904/image/large-665c706e9f696228896a23d231ed81bd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/34904">“The mini-sub option was a request of the owner from the start,” says Jeremy Roche, Wider’s sales &amp; marketing director. “The challenge was that its draft is too deep to drive it in or out like the tender. Sideloading was also out of the question as it weighs nearly four tonnes, which you don’t want hanging off the side of the boat.”Instead, the shipyard opted for a gantry train that lifts the sub and carries it beyond the stern of the yacht. This crane is a very visible piece of hardware that reduces the head height in the garage above the tender pool, but Roche points out that in case of resale, it could be easily removed and the mini-sub dock converted into a dive centre, hammam, or similar.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/26006/image/large-344743a5030eed5ab28f5f20c3ccb9ac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/26006">Whereas on the 150 the main deck owner’s suite was full-beam with a forward bathroom, on the 165 the cabin and bathroom are split along the centreline. The apartment also features a private sauna, gym, study and two fold-down balconies.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/2894/image/large-02849c4a8626fd04d81bd9d2dd012e10.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/2894"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/26007/image/large-8f155dccc50091b42e3b4ff680c9de72.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/26007">Another improvement is that the exterior main deck is on a single flush level, so guests can walk from the aft deck to the forward lounge/dinette, hot tub and helipad without having to reconnoitre any steps.&nbsp;The sundeck, which now overhangs the side companionways on the deck below, is around two metres wider than on the 150. This provides appreciably more space, especially for the fixed sunbeds around the forward hot tub.&nbsp;The open upper deck and sky lounge has proved one of the most popular areas aboard the 150, and on her larger cousin, the room has been further improved with sliding glass doors on both sides for easier access to the side decks and more exposure to sea breezes. &nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/2890/image/large-c665b687d5801a2c632d720a2545861a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/2890">The interior design is again by Ideaitalia, but this time the young La Spezia-based studio chose limed oak that has been sacrificed to accentuate the grain before being laid in contrasting panels to create a 3D effect. The soft sheen of burnished copper for the stairwell, polished stainless steel accents and a selection of Calacatta, Bronze Armani and pure white Tassos marble, come together to create a fresh but warm interior ambience.Overall, Wider 165 benefits from a series of smart technical and layout improvements that have resulted in a more rational design with less of the prototype-feel of its predecessor. Some high-tech but arguably unnecessary features found on the 150, such as the automated hardtop canopy covering the lounge area on the foredeck and fold–away pilot’s chair on the bridge, have sensibly been done away with. The result is a vessel that finesses many of the avant-garde features and, of course, the diesel-electric propulsion that Wider has so firmly pinned its marketing hopes on.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/23988/image/large-1742a15f6fccdfa6abdc8b128cf23865.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/23988">There remains a question mark over the future of the Wider brand after the 165 is delivered in August. Like the 150, Wider’s Malaysian investor whose holding company owns several shipyards active in the cruise ship sector, including Lloyd Werft Bremerhaven GmbH in Germany, commissioned Cecilia.&nbsp;Following restructuring last year, a representative from Lloyd Werft was installed as managing director of Wider. The company is giving nothing away, but the rumour on the dock is that the brand and shipyard are for sale and at least one serious offer is undergoing negotiation.Cecilia will make her international debut at the Monaco Yacht Show in September and is for sale at €30,000,000.

Wider 165 Cecilia approaches completion

First announced in early 2014 that Wider is building a new 50-metre superyacht project, the Ancona shipyard has kept the industry in suspense for over four years as the Wider 165 motor yacht known as Cecilia took shape in her build shed. The yacht was launched and christened yesterday in the presence of shipyard staff and project collaborators in Ancona, Italy.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/34902/image/large-a891a20fbb38bd06f6272e455e158094.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/34902"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/34903/image/large-636cdcff6943fbb96ba009d3ca71e33b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/34903">As the shipyard’s second project to date following the success of the 47-metre Wider 150 (now named <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4864" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bartali47.05m (154'4&quot;)">Bartali</a>) that was launched in November 2015, Cecilia too is based on an advanced hybrid diesel/electric propulsion system that has its origins from the commercial sector. A sophisticated power management system allows hotel systems to run on cleaner energy when required.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/34904/image/large-665c706e9f696228896a23d231ed81bd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/34904">The sub-500 GT vessel is the design work of Fulvio De Simoni with Idealtalia having designed the interior layout together with the owner’s team. Some of the highlights on board include a helicopter landing pad on the foredeck, private gym with a terrace and the full-beam Wider beach club which the brand is known for.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/34900/image/large-93cfcff8c061e05880cdfb3c5f3ffa97.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/34900"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/34901/image/large-f0cabd07c664b126714411acc9537103.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/34901">Scheduled for delivery this summer, Cecilia is currently for sale at €30,000,000.

Launched: Wider unveils 50m flagship Cecilia in Ancona

The first Wider 165 superyacht is nearing completion in Italy, with her launch scheduled to take place in April. Known as Cecilia&nbsp;for now, the 50-metre superyacht is designed by Fulvio de Simoni and will be the largest vessel to come out of the Wider yard to date.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/23988/image/large-1742a15f6fccdfa6abdc8b128cf23865.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/23988"> The 165 has been developed for an owner who had several specific requests. Amongst her stand out features include a touch-and-go helipad on the bow, diesel-electric propulsion, a generous 98 sqm beach club area and a 7-metre seawater swimming pool. She will also come equipped with a 32’ tender stored in the beach club.<iframe width="710" height="390" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/0HaUB9h35eI?rel=0" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>In regards to her performance, she has a maximum speed of 14.1 knots, and a cruising speed of 13 knots. At an economical cruising speed of 10 knots, she has an impressive range of 5,600 nm. Speaking of some of the advantages of diesel-electric propulsion on board, Wider’s Jeremy Roche says: “The advantages of Diesel Electric over traditional propulsion include the ability to run solely on battery power for a full night or whilst using the beach club in complete silence – &nbsp;no noise or smoke or smell, just the sound of the waves lapping up against the side of the hull. There’s also an increased flexibility of layout, as more space is created at the midships which allows for more generous quest cabins. And of course, the &nbsp;reduced noise and vibration equal greater enjoyment while using the yacht!”<img src="/uploads/store/photo/2885/image/large-86239bc903a0336df10f6dd04a878cd0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/2885"> Scheduled to be ready for delivery in July 2018, Cecilia is available to purchase at an asking price of €30,000,000.&nbsp;

New Wider 165 superyacht Cecilia nears completion

Launched last month and just readied in time for this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival that kicked off today, Sanlorenzo’s new SX88 is already causing a stir amongst show visitors. The yacht was unveiled last night for the first time during a prestigious gala event outside Cannes where Sanlorenzo revealed some more details about this first-of-its-kind project.

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In addition to the SX88, the brand is now also working on a 72-foot version of the model that will be ready in time for the 2018 edition of the Cannes Yachting Festival. It also announced its partnership with ex Wider Yachts boss Tilli Antonelli on a project that will see Sanlorenzo enter the hybrid yachting market with the same type of technology that the fellow Italian brand has harnessed in its first project.

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The SX88 comprises of a unique layout for a yacht of 27 metres with the wheelhouse moved to the flybridge deck, leaving the main deck completely free for guest use. Other layout options explore the possibility to have a master suite in this forward part. Main deck forward is used a loft with excellent views to the outside while the midships section is where the yacht’s open-style galley and dining area is placed.

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The aft deck is used as an outdoor lounge that leads out on the swim platform where a 4.6-metre tender and two jet skis are stored.

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The fore area of the main deck is fully equipped and furnished to offer a relaxing and functional living area with a double L-shaped sofas with coffee tables and an extended sunbathing surface.

Live from Cannes: on board Sanlorenzo’s new SX88 crossover yacht

Wider has announced the intention of adding a new, 130-foot motor yacht project to its existing line up of hybrid superyachts.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/166380/image/large-5326a6f866a168b628a93bc94f26f959.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/166380">By once again incorporating Wider’s diesel-electric propulsion system, the Wider 130 benefits from extra space through the compact dimensions of the engine configuration. The system’s ability to run solely on battery power for up to 6 hours provides a silent experience when at anchor.“We are particularly proud of plans for the new Wider 130 created by our in-house design team, which will perfectly complement the larger vessels in our range,” commented Wider Sales and Marketing Director, Jeremy Roche. “She has all the trademark Wider styling and will offer a remarkable amount of accommodation and living space for her size."The head of Design at Wider, Michele Lubrano added: “A lot of thought has gone into every detail of her layout so that as well as providing spacious guest areas that flow well from one space to the next, it will enable the crew to work efficiently and come and go discreetly through well-designed passageways.”

New 130 model added to Wider lineup

Sold in December last year, the 47.05-metre superyacht recently christened Bartali has been delivered to her new Canadian owner. Built by the Italian yard Wider and completed in 2016, Bartali features exterior design from Fulvio de Simoni, with her contemporary interior coming from IdeaItalia, who worked together with the Wider in-house design team.

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Having completed works at the Ancona based shipyard to customise the yacht to her new owner’s specific wishes, including the addition of a new walk-in-wardrobe in the master stateroom and changes to the galley, Bartali will soon depart to the Cote D’Azur where her new owners plan to move aboard for the season.

“This is a significant milestone in the history of the shipyard,” says Michael Hackman, Executive Vice President - Marine Operations with Genting Hong Kong and interim Chairman of Wider. “The Wider 150 represents a number of firsts both to us and the yachting industry as a whole. We believe the Diesel Electric propulsion system installed on board – the first time this has been done on a yacht of this size – is the future of yachting. The multiple benefits this system offers clients, among them low noise and vibration but equally the reduced carbon footprint thanks to her remarkable fuel efficiency is increasingly appealing to customers. The automotive market has transformed client’s outlook, a growing segment of the market is looking for increasingly green solutions.”

At the shipyard, work continues with the construction of the Wider 165, project Cecilia, which remains on schedule for an early 2018 launch. The Wider 165 is listed for sale at an asking price of €30,000,000.

The 47m superyacht Bartali delivered to new owner

It has been an active past 12 months on the brokerage scene, with a number of high profile yachts being listed for sale and various 60+ metre sales having had taken place. Here we take a look at just some of most notable transactions that have occurred in 2016.

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Leander G

Constructed by the German shipyard Peene-Werft in 1992, the popular charter superyacht Leander G found a new owner in February this year. Her original owner was Vice Admiral Sir Donald Gosling KCVO RNR, a member of Britain’s Royal Yacht Squadron, and was often used by the British Royal Family, notably Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Phillip on a tour of Britain, as well as Prince Charles and The Duchess of Cornwall in the Caribbean.

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Leander G features naval architecture and exterior design by Kusch Yachts, whilst her interior was undertaken in a joint venture by Pauline Nunns Associates, Katalin Landon and Heinz Vollers.

Elandess

After having only been listed for sale for two months earlier this year, the 60-metre Elandess was sold in April after having been listed for €52,500,000 through Burgess. She was sold by broker Glynn Smith at Denison Yacht Sales in the company’s largest deal to date.

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Built by Abeking &amp; Rasmussen in 2010, Elandess is styled by Donald Starkey and features a stunning interior by Bannenberg &amp; Rowell Design. The yacht has subsequently been renamed Elysian following the change of hands.

RM Elegant

72 metre superyacht RM Elegant was announced sold by Camper &amp; Nicholsons in April this year with Adam-Michael Papadakis having had represented the buyer and the seller.

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Complying with passenger vessel regulations, the 2005-built vessel is capable of accommodating 30 guests across 15 staterooms, with an impressive master suite spanning an entire deck.

Ester III

In certainly one of the most unique and controversial brokerage deals of the year, the 66-metre Ester III found a new owner after having been ordered to sell following the ruling of a Gibraltar court.

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Sold by Fraser Yachts with Burgess representing the buyer in the deal, the Lürssen built superyacht was renamed Iroquois shortly after the sale and has since made her way to Barcelona. 

Positive Carry

Moran Yacht &amp; Ship announced the sale of the 62 metre Feadship Positive Carry in June this year. The sale of the 2005-launched yacht was handled together with Cecil Wright &amp; Partners.

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Originally launched as Rasselas, she features expansive outdoor areas including a touch-and-go helicopter capability and superbly designed interiors. The superyacht offers accommodation for 12 in six cabins.

Capri

The 58.6-metre Lürssen superyacht Capri changed hands in November after having been listed for sale by Burgess and Y.CO. Parsifal Yachting represented the buyer in a deal reportedly valued at €24,950,000.

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Built by Lürssen in 2003, Capri features naval architecture by Lürssen whilst Glade Johnson Design undertook both her interior and exterior design. Constructed out of steel and aluminium, she has a Gross Tonnage of 1,226 and is Lloyd registered.

Meridian

Now named Party Girl, the 62-5-metre Icon superyacht Meridian was sold in July after having been listed through Rob Newton at Superyacht Sales and Charter at an asking price of €57,500,000.

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Completed in 2012 by Icon Yachts and marking the third superyacht to come out of the Dutch shipyard, Party Girl delivered in 2013 as Maidelle. She features a timeless exterior design by the British studio Redman Whiteley Dixon Ltd., while her interior comes from the drawing board of Cristiano Gatto Design.

Solemar

Another 60+ metre sale in April was Solemar – the 61.5-metre Amels superyacht built in 2003. Solemar was listed for sale by Matt Albert at Yachting Partners International, with Curtis Stokes of Curtis Stokes &amp; Associates representing the buyer in the deal.

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With a stellar record as a successful charter yacht, Solemar has been kept in good condition since her launch. She accommodates up to 12 guests over six luxurious cabins, consisting of a VIP cabin in the bridge deck, four double cabins on the lower deck, and an expansive split level main deck master suite.

Lady Lara

Y.CO announced in March this year that the 59.3-metre Benetti superyacht Lady Lara had been sold. At the time of sale, she was listed at an asking price of €35,000,000.

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Lady Luck as she is now known, features naval architecture by the in-house team at Benetti and exterior design by Stefano Natucci. Studio Massari Interior Architecture and Design were responsible for her opulent interiors, with all interior furnishings hailing from the Fendi Fashion House.

Genesi

A year after her launch in Ancona, Italy, and two months since she made her international show debut in Monaco, Wider Yachts has announced today that their Wider 150 superyacht Genesi has been sold. Golan Levi from Swell Yachting represented the Canadian buyer.

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The super silent diesel-electric yacht, now known as Bartali, is the Italian shipyard’s first superyacht. The 50-metre Cecilia is currently under construction with construction on the new Wider 125 to commence early next year.

Top 10: largest yacht sales of 2016

A year after her launch in Ancona, Italy, and two months since she made her international show debut in Monaco, Wider Yachts has announced today that their Wider 150 superyacht Genesi has been sold. Golan Levi from Swell Yachting represented the Canadian buyer.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/163160/image/large-8b8f51ab411b0fab849328223d39bc83.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/163160">"We are thrilled that our new line of unique yachts are getting the recognition we believe they deserve", commented company Founder and CEO, Tilli Antonelli. “The new owners are passionate about water sports… They loved the design and layout of the Wider 150 but I believe the huge owner’s tender in the beach club was the final element that won them over to Wider,” he added.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/163161/image/large-d87137118ee126937b3ec9355bad8774.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/163161">Wider is currently working on two further projects in its line of superyachts. The flagship Wider 165, Cecilia, is under construction and will be ready for delivery in the summer of 2017. The project remains available to interested clients at €30,000,000. The second project is the recently signed Wider 125 which will get underway in February next year, to be completed in the spring of 2019.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/163162/image/large-089e28e4ba18cde600373f9e351330e6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/163162">

Wider 150 Genesi sold to Canadian owner

Wider has confirmed that following the commissioning of its first Wider 125 superyacht model by a northern European client, the shipyard will soon begin construction on the project. Delivery of the yacht is scheduled for Spring 2019.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/162744/image/large-1e630ff8b41ca0d55ff953245a263d84.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/162744">To be built in aluminium, the 38-metre superyacht is designed by Fulvio de Simoni, who was also responsible for the design of several other Wider vessels, including the Wider 150, Genesi, and Wider 165, Cecilia, that is currently under construction. The 125 benefits from the same diesel-electric technology as seen in the rest of the Wider family, improving fuel economy, range and reliability.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/162745/image/large-9009f800bc60f5cff14531ca8563ad35.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/162745">“I am delighted that we came to an agreement to build the Wider 125,” says Tilli Antonelli, Founder and CEO of Wider. “The client is an experienced charter customer who knows how his family want to use and enjoy their yacht. We have been talking for over a year and the client has looked at the market in detail and decided to build with Wider. Many thanks also go to Georges Damonte from Damonte Yacht Consulting for his assistance in securing the build.” <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/162746/image/large-3cf79105e3d204ffc570bf76ada1c3d0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/162746">Outside, the 125’s spaces dedicated to relaxation is vast, with the entire upper aft deck being reserved for sun loungers and exterior furniture only. Forward of the wheelhouse, a large seating recess is carved into the superstructure, whilst the stern garage opens and the aft swimming platform extends to create a plunge pool and expansive beach club. A tender garage is located forward with the capacity to stow a 5.5-metre tender along with two jet skis and a MOB tender fits comfortably on deck.

First Wider 125 superyacht sold

TEAM Italia has recently presented the innovative i-Bridge® four Islands system, developed to integrate three functional requirements that are specific to both navigation and onboard safety: modern systems, modern ergonomics and modern technologies. The resulting ergonomics are more in tune with the features of the latest onboard systems based on an advanced modular layout.

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Inspired by the concepts of e-navigation, a group of experts from the TEAM Italia’s R&amp;D Department, led by Daniele Ceccanti, co-founder of the company and R&amp;D Director, worked for 16 months on the project. Top manufacturers from all over the world placed their prototypes at TEAM Italia’s disposal with the aim of testing them and assisting with the work of releasing and preparing those applications which are best suited to integrate with onboard equipment.

“We’re always on the lookout for technological innovations so we can develop and integrate our i-Bridge solutions,” commented Daniele Ceccanti. “I’ve personally had extensive experience in the world of commercial shipping where the concept of e-navigation, about which there has been much talk over the past year, will most certainly be a factor of primary importance in the future. What is essential, however, is the way in which we can bring it into the world of pleasure boating, which has totally different ship handling rules. This was the spark which drove us to push further to determine new parameters and layouts which work well with the requests of our owners and captains.”

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The modules have been studied very carefully and feature arrangements which will adapt to the wheelhouse and type of ship on which they are to be installed. The layout presented at the Monaco Yacht Show was studied for superyachts measuring 60 metres and over.

Just some of the superyachts launched this year that have already integrated the i-Bridge system include the 70 metre Perini Navi-built Sybaris, Admiral’s 54.5 metre Quinta Essentia, and Wider Yachts’ 47 metre Genesi and the 45 metre Domani built by Benetti.

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“Careful analysis of our market,” commented Massimo Minnella, co-founder and CEO of TEAM Italia, “led us to design i-Bridge four Islands. Indeed, we noticed that there’s been a gradual move towards Giga Yachts over the past few years, and TEAM Italia is structured to develop increasingly more innovative technologies and services which can respond to this market’s specific demands.”

For more information on this product, contact TEAM Italia directly at info@team-Italia.it.

Innovative i-Bridge system on board 2016’s new superyachts

Following a steady stream of work on board some of the world’s most luxurious vessels, Videoworks, one of the Italian leaders in system integration on board superyachts, has reported an increased focus on the large yacht sector, especially within their R&amp;D department.

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We recently spoke to the team at Videoworks, who detailed two of their most recent, notable projects: the 54 metre Atlante, and the 45 metre Genesi. They state, “In two different beautiful superyachts, Videoworks managed to create specific integrations and solutions, depending on the different needs, styles, spaces and technologies of the owner in question, all while offering an unparalleled know-how and the perfect suggestions for the best integration possible.”

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Built by the CRN shipyard in 2015 and featuring exterior design from Nuvolari Lenard Architects, Videoworks realised the complete Audio/Visual, Home Automation and Entertainment systems on board Atlante. The team told us that attention to detail is always of the highest priorities in any project, and on board, all technology is cleverly hidden while having a very low architectural impact on the aesthetic of the project.

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The innovative Genesi built by Wider and recently completed earlier this year saw Videoworks realise a tailor made home automation system and special lighting project, on which the layout of the yacht was based.

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Concluding the summary of some of their most recent works, the team state: “Each project with Videoworks is absolutely unique. We choose only the best products, most advanced technologies and reputable suppliers on the market and study tailor made solutions. This dedication to quality and innovation ensures that our clients are left with easy and reliable management interfaces on every device, and are always satisfied.”

Though still shrouded in secrecy, Videoworks also revealed that projects currently in the pipeline include a vessel for a Dutch shipyard as well as several projects in Italy, ranging from 28 to 80 metres.

Videoworks on board superyachts

In the competitive market segment of yachts ranging between 40 and 50 metres, it happens only a handful of times per year that a new launch in this size range deserves a closer look. Wider’s latest, the stunning 45 metre Genesi, certainly can be described as one of these cases. A first-hand experience in the south of France on board this Italian-built beauty was the perfect way to understand what exactly sets her apart from the crowd and why she recently walked away with a coveted Neptune trophy at the World Superyacht Awards.

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Her exterior appearance alone suggests that Genesi is no ordinary superyacht. Constructed entirely out of aluminium, the first Wider 150 was created by Fulvio De Simoni in collaboration with Tilli Antonelli and the in-house Wider design team. The company’s philosophy of creating the ultimate sea-side luxury experience by constantly narrowing the gap between indoor and outdoor areas applies here more than ever in a spectacular combination of innovative guest spaces that serve a multitude of purposes.

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Exterior deck spaces are characterised by a sensual feeling of spaciousness and uninterrupted view. Simplistic handrails for instance along with glass-wrapped sides on the sun deck means guests won’t have to struggle in order to enjoy the surroundings, no matter where the are outside.

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A functional layout enhances guest movement throughout the yacht as well as that for the crew, enabling a disturb-free environment for guests when needed.

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Genesi’s exterior trump card is without a doubt located in the stern of the vessel. Here a 90 square metre beach club is on offer that serves as storage for her Wider 32 tender (an incredible feature for a 45 metre yacht alone) which wonderfully transforms into an oasis once the anchor has been dropped. Guests can cool down in the on board seawater pool which leads out onto two side balconies and an oversized aft swim platform, all of which forms one large beach area.

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Another notable exterior feature is found on the foredeck ahead of the bridge. Here an idyllic and intimate foredeck lounge invites guests to sit back an relax underneath an innovative canopy that raises to create the ultimate outdoor shelter.

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Inside, the Wider 150 is a more refined yet as practical and spacious experience as on deck. Natural materials from outside have made their way into each guest area which perfectly echoes the brand’s pursuit of balance between indoor and outdoor areas.

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The full beam owner’s suite includes a study, walk-in wardrobe for him and her as well as a bathroom with 3m shower and bath. Furthermore, the custom-designed, push-button sea terrace offers a truly unique position to enjoy breakfast or early evening drinks in complete privacy.

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Each guest cabin below deck is finished as luxuriously and tastefully as the master suite, leaving the owner carefree when it comes to assigning staterooms to family and friends.

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Wider’s continuous search for sustainable energy on board their vessels has led them to apply a unique propulsion system. The propulsion system is completely modular, so the WIDER 150 can cruise using only the battery packs, in ZEM (Zero Emission Mode), or with up to four inline diesel generators. The batteries, supplied by EST technologies in Holland, are the latest development in LiPo (lithium polymer) batteries with a total capacity of 544 kWh. This powerful energy source is more than sufficient to supply the entire hotel system on board as well as in Zero Emission Mode.

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Superyacht of the Week: Wider’s super silent Genesi

Wider Yachts have announced that the company is no longer interested in acquiring the construction facilities and brand name of Ancona-based yacht builder ISA Yachts. This news comes after the fellow Italian shipyard expressed their interest not two months ago in potentially buying the ISA facilities in order to expand their production as well as continue producing yachts under the ISA brand name.

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Company Founder and CEO Tilli Antonelli comments: “As a result of the due dilignece undertaken since our offer to acquire the ISA facility and brand on the 15th January 2016, we have decided to withdraw our proposal. The due diligence revealed an incompatibility with our business plan and the development of ISA, which was the basis of our original interest.”

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This leaves to known companies still in contention to possibly acquire ISA Shipyards; the Frittelli Group, and Palumbo Group, whom just last week announced their sincere interest in taking over the yacht building facility.

Wider Yachts withdraws from ISA take over proposal

Palumbo Group have made an official bid to acquire the ISA Group Shipyards in Ancona, Italy. In their bid to take over the facility, Palumbo intends to use the shipyard as adedicated new build and major refitting facility, utilising the local sub contractors whom have worked with Palumbo Shipyards in the past.

 

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"Our plan," says Giuseppe Palumbo - CEO of the Group, "is focused on the confluence of part of the production of new Yacht builds in the Ancona Shipyard. It is indeed our intention to build in the Ancona Shipyard both with our historic "Columbus Yachts" brand and with the ISA brand. We would particularly like to start the production immediately with the Columbus 40SH, and once the legal proceeding is terminated and the yard acquired, continue with the ISA650 model”.

The news comes shortly after two other Italian companies, The Fritelli Group and Wider Yachts, each expressed their interest in acquiring the ISA shipyard as well.

Palumbo Group expresses interest in acquiring ISA Shipyards

The Wider shipyard made a splash last year when they unveiled their very first superyacht, the 45 metre Wider 150 named Genesi. The yacht is characterised by its lightweight construction and innovative hybrid propulsion system. During the Yachts Miami Beach show last week, the Italian shipyard unveiled this video showing off the yacht’s endless capabilities and options on offer by its functional and stylish beach club in particular.

 

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The batteries, supplied by EST technologies in Holland, are the latest development in LiPo (lithium polymer) batteries with a total capacity of 544 kWh. This powerful energy source is more than sufficient to supply the entire hotel system on board as well as the propulsion in what is referred to as ZEM, short for Zero Emission Mode.

 

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“The battery tests were a great success” comments Wider founder and CEO, Tilli Antonelli. “The yacht ran comfortably at five knots in ZEM consuming no fuel whatsoever… but the most remarkable and memorable aspect was that she ran in total silence.” Genesi features naval architecture and an exterior design by Fulvio de Simoni.

 

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Video of Wider’s 150 superyacht Genesi

The young and ever expanding Italian yacht builder Wider have expressed their interest in acquiring the facilities of ISA Yachts. Company Founder and CEO Tilli Antonelli, together with co-founder Paolo Favilla have been in negations regarding purchasing the neighbouring Ancona shipyard, and have proposed an official offer to take over the building facility as well as the ISA brand earlier this month. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/158134/image/large-ee219cec80b7d867b723ba384ab4bfad.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/142751">The news comes after we reported on the interest shown by the Frittelli Group’s owner, Alberto Rossi, in acquiring the ISA shipyard. According to local Italian reports, Rossi have been investigating the viability of such a take-over. Meanwhile, Wider’s offer is being considered but we might have to wait as long as mid-July to find out if the deal is in fact accepted.ISA Yachts’ facilities consists of four sheds, capable of building yachts up to 80 metres in length.By Charl van Rooy

Wider to acquire ISA Yachts?

The Wider shipyard has recently released the following photographs and video of the recently launched Wider 150’ vessel Genesi. Currently undertaking sea trials, at 45 metres Genesi is the largest superyacht to come out of the Italian shipyard to date, and features naval architecture and exterior design from Fulvio de Simoni.<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" scrolling="no" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jAPYGc8IQt4" width="560"></iframe>After successfully completing several tests, attention has now shifted to the testing of her lithium polymer battery banks that make up the heart of the superyacht’s power system. The batteries, supplied by EST technologies in Holland, are the latest development in LiPo (lithium polymer) batteries with a total capacity of 544 kWh.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/157620/image/large-12046a1a72d47fd971035e124448d0bb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/157620">This powerful energy source is more than sufficient to supply the entire hotel system on board as well as the propulsion in what is referred to as ZEM, short for Zero Emission Mode. This fact was exhaustively tested over the last few days, as she was run exclusively on her batteries in sea trials off the coast of Ancona.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/157621/image/large-a8ccf38ece61ebd22a8e23216bb410b2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/157621">“The battery tests were a great success” comments Wider founder and CEO, Tilli Antonelli. “The yacht ran comfortably at five knots in ZEM consuming no fuel whatsoever… but the most remarkable and memorable aspect was that she ran in total silence.”<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/157622/image/large-8a349859cd8629fb590e5794b8d70038.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/157622">Genesi is currently for sale at an asking price of €26,000,000. Once her sea trials have been completed, she will be presented to the public at several events.By Gemma Fottles

First footage of Wider 150 superyacht Genesi under way

Wider Yachts have released some of the first images taken of their largest completed yacht to date, the 45m superyacht Genesi, on the opening day of the 56th Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. Genesi was launched two weeks ago at the Wider superyacht division in Ancona, and is currently undergoing final on board tests and sea trials.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/157014/image/large-ffc98172c617a4eb7e049fac4da28b05.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/157014">The yacht’s design is the work of Fulvio De Simoni, who decorated the elegant and contemporary interior using custom furniture pieces and leather panelling supplied by Poltrona Frau. Large full height windows in the main and upper lounges create a spectacular viewing point from the comfort of the rich and comfortable interior.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/157015/image/large-d33a56ba5dd55a60969efab111b7ffe8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/157015">Forward of the main saloon is the 75m2 full beam owner’s suite. This space can be cleverly split into two separate areas by a sliding door that isolates the study area from the sleeping quarters and walk-in wardrobe. The suite also has its own 5.6m2 fold-down terrace. The bright and functional bathroom is fitted with a 3m shower and custom made wooden bathtub.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/157016/image/large-9630c3327851426fcb2661c826db9456.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/157016"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/157017/image/large-8d217fbc779da2784672f568b790c294.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/157017">Further guest accommodations can be found below deck and consists of four en-suite cabins; 2 VIP’s and 2 guest cabins, one of which with a Pullman berth suited for a child.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/157018/image/large-ba2410dbab87bedf1c9f1f7f563d2b2d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/157018">Genesi is expected to offer a range of 3,000 nm while cruising at 13 knots. That number is increased to 4,200 nm when a speed of 11 knots is maintained. A maximum speed of 15 knots is available, and the yacht can steam at 5 knots using her batteries in zero emission mode alone.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/157019/image/large-fe3212dd5135505b4490fe4da991bffc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/157019">Wider will be revealing more information and images once the yacht is ready for delivery. She is currently for sale at EUR 26,000,000.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/157020/image/large-b92e151c63fd9e4ca99ed987ab313732.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/157020">By Charl van Rooy

 Live from FLIBS: First look inside Wider’s 150 Genesi

The new flagship of the Italian shipyard Wider, the Wider 165’ Project Cecilia, has been moved into the brand’s main production facility for fitting out, Wider report. The yacht was moved along 900 metres of public highways to her new facility on the evening of 26th October.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/156837/image/large-f6f31a0acaaed54342b42d53151e4632.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/156837">The announcement comes just a week after the news of the launch of the Wider 150’, which marked the largest superyacht completed by the yard to date - a title soon to be claimed by the 165’ upon her completion towards the end of next year.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/156838/image/large-0d521a44f1cd77167ed7efaf7282fbc2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/156838">Wider founder and CEO, Tilli Antonelli, comments, “This is an especially exciting time for us. Last week we launched our first superyacht, this week we look to the next one. With the aluminium hull and superstructure all but complete the first job is to attach the upper deck structure to the hull. This could not be done in the other facility because of height restrictions. Thereafter, we will be pushing ahead with all of the various trades to ensure that we are on time for delivery to the owner in 12 months’ time.”<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/156839/image/large-22d9cfcb97bd8d13197365a182d407ba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/156839">The 165’ has been developed for an owner who had several specific requests, including the addition of a submersible vessel on board to explore the depths of the ocean. Amongst her stand out features include a touch-and-go helipad, diesel electric propulsion, a wide beach club area and an interior seawater swimming pool.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/156840/image/large-8f04fbb77681a8f19f679d9ab2e7deae.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/156840">By Gemma Fottles

Wider 165’ Project Cecilia progress update

Italian yacht builder Wider Yachts has launched their largest superyacht to date, the first Wider 150, superyacht Genesi. Taking place at the Wider superyacht division headquarters in Ancona, Italy, the new yacht is finished in a glistening coat of white paint, all interior areas have been completely outfitted, and the yacht is now ready to start an intensive period of seatrials.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/156761/image/large-10fa0814db5f3aa7621c7ca0b74baf4a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/156761">“It is enormously satisfying to see Genesi in the water for the first time” says Tilli Antonelli, Wider Founder and CEO. “But now we have the important task of checking that everything is working to the same high standards that we have set ourselves in every other aspect of the construction process. We believe that this can be done in 8-10 weeks but will not rush anything if it means compromising on the quality of the finished yacht. We will make sure that she is 110% finished before unveiling her in full to the market.”<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/156762/image/large-0bdff595b59fdf28499216e92ab30313.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/156762">Genesi features an innovative diesel electric propulsion system that proven extremely efficient in its primarily military use thus far. Wider decided to utilise this technology developed by industrial giant Emerson Automation, and apply it to its largest completed yacht yet. The system has been tested for the past eight weeks prior to the launch, and the team will return to the yacht to oversee the technical aspect of the sea trials.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/156763/image/large-6e7ba9105f52f0d01b33b2e3d4cf1180.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/156763">Genesi is expected to offer a range of 3,000 nm while cruising at 13 knots. That number is increased to 4,200 nm when a speed of 11 knots is maintained. A maximum speed of 15 knots is available, and the yacht can steam at 5 knots using her batteries in zero emission mode alone.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/156764/image/large-2728ce9029d678c35d864894f18e6483.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/156764">Genesi is currently for sale at EUR 26,000,000.By Charl van Rooy

Wider launches 45m superyacht Genesi

The first Wider 150, project Genesi, has left the yard’s main shed and has been moved to the harbour of Ancona, ahead of her launch to take place this week. Genesi is the result of two years of design and construction work by Wider Yachts and is the largest yacht built by the yard to date.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/156713/image/large-fc6f208b7996e33bc83733143dda53a6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/156713">As with all Wider yachts, the new Wider 150’ comes from the drawing board of renowned designer Fulvio de Simoni. She offers a wide range of facilities and amenities for guests, as well as particularly generous living spaces. One of the main aspects in the design was to reduce fuel consumption through better propulsive efficiency, and she will boast a range of approximately 4,200 nm at 11 knots.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/156714/image/large-474e68c2172e9821135c5c8ea5057701.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/156714">Stay tuned as we will follow the launch as it unfolds later this week.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/156715/image/large-18c03ed0d73c9bf34413ffbd9f2ec45b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/156715">By Charl van Rooy, photos by Wider

Wider readies for 150 Genesi launch

SuperYacht Times recently talked to Sales and Marketing Director of Wider Yachts, Jeremy Roche, at the latest edition of the Monaco Yacht Show, where Wider discussed the soon to be launched 150’ superyacht as well as future projects for the shipyard.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/156667/image/large-f9529918dbbdab7c07f8e3e2b7334c08.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/156667">Can you tell me what’s going on with Wider right now?With the imminent launch of the 150 Project Genesi, our efforts are focused on ensuring that we complete all of the outstanding details required to guarantee that the operation goes ahead seamlessly. The area requiring a final push is the unique Wider beach club. This aside, the yacht is now fully painted, scaffolding has been removed, decks have been sanded and all of the engineering systems have been thoroughly tested over the last 8 to 10 weeks.The interior is 80% complete – although some areas more so than others. The sky lounge has the entire interior flooring as well as all the interior furniture fitted, as have the owner’s apartment and main saloon. The trolleys, which will move the yacht from the yard to the basin for launching, are on site and the big step now is getting her in the water!<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/156668/image/large-57918140aa597559964c604b8958bc30.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/156668">When is she expected to be delivered?We are talking to a number of interested parties and, to a certain extent, it depends on how we progress with these clients but the 150 will need 8 to 12 weeks of commissioning after launch.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/156669/image/large-fcda28b23b7172d96bdc9ac73dbec03f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/156669">There have been a lot of new orders recently. Do you think this is a very sellable boat?Very much so. Around late April, the amount of inquires we received, the general level of interest, and the number of visits to the shipyard from both brokers and customers increased dramatically. At the end of the Cannes show we did a quick report in terms of numbers of qualified registrations we had in comparison to the previous years. It was five or six times more. Interest is massively on the up.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/156670/image/large-05f7b632377f1f0b4e882321f246dc90.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/156670">How is the 165 coming along?We’ll be talking about the 165 a lot more over the coming months. The plan is that when the 150 leaves the main shed, the 165 which is being built in the shed just 500 metres away will be lifted up with same trolleys and moved to the main shed for outfitting. This is scheduled for the 25th of OctoberRight now, the aluminium hull and superstructure have been completed on the 165, all tanks have been pressure tested and we’ve also made good progress with some of the piping. She needs to be moved to the main shed for the next phase of construction, so wiring, painting preparation, interior outfitting, etc. We’re looking at a delivery in the fourth quarter of 2016, and that one has been sold already.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/156671/image/large-d61f7f57bb988971e3b50fee19cf4327.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/156671">Are you already considering your next project?Yes. The idea is to start building another 150 as soon as we sell Project Genesi. With the 125, we’re working with three or four potential customers at the moment but won’t start the 125 project until we have something signed. We’re also talking to several customers about possible larger projects.It’s a very challenging project in terms of technology. Has it proven to be more challenging during the construction than you anticipated?It’s largely proven technology which is common in military and commercial applications. We are adapting it to a yacht, but we are using very well-known suppliers and they have experience working in this area. Of course there are challenges along the way, but this is the case with all yachts whether traditional propulsion or Diesel Electric. While the boat was in the shipyard, we organised a rigorous testing programme to make sure that everything is working.By Merijn de Waard, photos by Wider Yachts

Wider Yachts discusses ongoing projects

Wider tells us the launch of the Wider 150, Genesi, is fast approaching – with a delivery in September. The completion of the Wider 150 marks an important milestone for Wider as it is the largest vessel to be completed by the shipyard to date.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/154886/image/large-959719ed2d82f07c82721e93ecfec697.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/154886">All of the windows and doors have now been installed, and Wider's painting team have been busy fairing and sanding the superstructure in preparation for top coat.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/154887/image/large-a735869312084de60b5d85714bc350e0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/154887">Wider has also finished most of the yacht's teak decking, and are now working on the lower deck around the beach club area.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/154888/image/large-11d331237ee0273cc6a15f909effc217.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/154888">Inside, the lower deck guest cabins have had bathrooms installed and the crew cabins are all but finished with protective coverings on all surfaces. The main saloon and owner's stateroom are taking shape, and work has begun on the sky lounge's interior outfitting. The yard is also preparing to install the bridge, which will arrive preassembled.By Maarten Janssen

Wider on track for September delivery of Genesi

Wider Yachts has announced that the new Wider 150 superyacht currently under construction at their facilities in Ancona, Italy, has been named Genesi, and is on track for a late September delivery. The completion of the Wider 150 marks an important milestone for Wider as it is the largest vessel to be completed by the shipyard to date. She is currently available for sale.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/154437/image/large-a89eb5190648f336ef76640d5d7f0851.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/154437">Amongst her notable features on board is an expansive beach club measuring 90 sqm, an interior 7 metre seawater swimming pool, a 32’ rigid tender, a large foredeck with an opening roof, and a state-of-the-art, full ECDIS bridge with push button system to give wrap around controls for the Captain. The owner’s suite is also particularly impressive, with 75 sqm of space and an exclusive sea terrace.She will be powered by a diesel-electric propulsion system combined with Azimuthal pods and the latest technology in Lithium polymer battery power. This arrangement is widely used on much larger yachts and commercial vessels, and offers numerous benefits including increased reliability, fuel efficiency, greater range, reduced noise, vibration and maintenance, a shallow draft, greater flexibility of interior layout and 12 hours of complete silence at anchor using battery power alone. She will have a top speed of 20 knots and a cruising speed of 13 knots.Though the 150’ will be the largest Wider superyacht to be completed upon her delivery, she will soon be surpassed by the Wider 165’ model, which is also currently under construction and expected to be delivered in mid 2016.By Gemma Fottles

Wider 150’ superyacht Genesi on track for September delivery

Wider in collaboration with Boat Lagoon Yachting will present the Express Cruising Division at the Singapore Yacht Show, which begun today. Part of the Division is the Wider 32’ and Wider 42’.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/153680/image/large-96cc2503e80151710c335e83aec82670.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/149126">Fulvio De Simoni conceived the Wider 32’ as the ideal tender to the new Wider 150’ superyacht. The boat's 9' 8" beam tapers slightly towards the bow in order to provide maximum space and ease of movement in the cockpit, and to facilitate boarding from a mother yacht. The versatile cockpit area is designed to accommodate as many different configurations as possible, from an on-deck dining area with folding table to a huge sunbathing platform.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/153681/image/large-f410ccafb78462e4a59f998160a962c2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/136776">Wider offers owners a selection from a wide range of hull, inset panel and deck colors; window glass and frames; sun pads and seat configurations; upholstery and accessories.Both Wider Yachts and Boat Lagoon Yachting are currently at the Singapore Yacht Show, where they will also provide the latest information on the developments of the growing Division on the Wider 125’, 150’ and 165’.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/153682/image/large-8c90e6d0f3e759775c8918718d0917a5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/148951">SuperYachtTimes.com at the Singapore Yacht Show Meet SuperYachtTimes.com at the Singapore Yacht Show. Both our editorial and sales team will be present in Singapore throughout the event. Pick up a free copy of the brand new edition of our <a href="http://www.superyachtcompany.com/newspaper/the-superyacht-times-subscription">quarterly newspaper</a>, distributed at several spots around the show, meet us for a chat about advertising or media solutions, or simply join us for a drink at the bar. We look forward to meeting you in Singapore.By Gemma Fottles

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