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Mediterranean Yacht Show

The Mediterranean Yacht Show 2023 is a targeted trade show for yachting professionals, and will be returning in April as one of the largest shows in the world exhibiting professional crewed yachts from this part of the world.

Mediterranean Yacht Show 2022 

The Mediterranean Yacht Show 2024 is a targeted trade show for yachting professionals, and will be returning in April as one of the largest shows in the world exhibiting professional crewed yachts from this part of the world.

Mediterranean Yacht Show  2023

Africa I yacht cruising

Africa main saloon 

Panthera layout

Africa anchored

Africa tender

Africa I

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/310375/image/large-0e0712abb3f313c3fccd07e7ee521901.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/310375">After attending <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/203" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mediterranean Yacht Show - 2024">MEDYS 2024</a>, the 47-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Africa I47.0m (154'2&quot;)Benetti SpA2010">Africa I</a> was observed yesterday anchored here in Kyparissi, Greece. Constructed by the Italian shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> in 2010, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Africa I47.0m (154'2&quot;)Benetti SpA2010">Africa I</a>, previously named Imagination, underwent a significant refit in 2021, which included a modern overhaul of her interiors. The motor yacht features naval architecture by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> team, while her exteriors were completed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/245" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stefano Natucci (Company)">Stefano Natucci</a> and her interiors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zuretti Interior Design</a>. In terms of accommodations, the three-deck yacht can host up to 12 guests across six staterooms, comprising a full-beam master suite on the main deck. Propelled by two <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, she can comfortably cruise at a speed of 20 knots and reach a top speed of 24 knots. Having previously been chartered by celebrities such as Cristiano Ronaldo, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Africa I47.0m (154'2&quot;)Benetti SpA2010">Africa I</a> is currently available for charter in the East Mediterranean with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a>.&nbsp;

Benetti superyacht Africa I in Kyparissi

The 47-metre superyacht Africa I, built by Benetti in 2010, is seen anchored here in Kyparissi, Greece.

Yachts attending the Mediterranean Yacht Show 2024

We take a look at yachts attending this eighth edition of the world's largest crewed yacht charter show, which is returning to Greece this year. 

The largest yachts attending MEDYS 2024

After just 76 days on the market, the 47-metre yacht Africa I has been sold thanks to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/244" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IYC (Company)">IYC</a> broker Filip Jerolimov representing the seller and Peter Riginos of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5387" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Riginos Yachts (Company)">Riginos Yachts</a> introducing the buyer.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/173976/image/large-d462992fe528bcfc1ab4b8897e40883c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/173976"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/173967/image/large-9d15c28c42eb4a158c4dcb856d92c960.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/173967">The Benetti yacht features an exterior design by <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/companies/stefano-natucci" target="_blank">Stefano Natucci</a> and interiors from <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/companies/zuretti-interior-design" target="_blank">Zuretti Interior Design</a> that were extensively refitted between 2019/2020. Inside, she can accommodate up to 12 guests in her six spacious staterooms, including the main-deck master suite, the VIP cabin on the upper deck, two doubles and two twins populate the lower deck. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/173970/image/large-349ab1044b9fde225688bb82bc9a3bec.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/173970"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/173973/image/large-fe1684fe44ea56a8cdbae00dd5709216.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/173973"><a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/yachts/africa-i" target="_blank">Africa I</a> features a large main saloon with lounge seating and a formal dining table and a lounge on the upper deck outfitted with a cinema screen, L-shaped bar and desk space. Guests will be able to find a swimming platform and generous beach club on board, plus another dining setup on the upper deck and a sun deck equipped with sun loungers, gym and Jacuzzi.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/173966/image/large-a267e0eeee0920033d5a9c822ea3b380.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/173966"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/173969/image/large-bff3e9efe84eb59f2f717dccc3ab598b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/173969"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/173968/image/large-e559ea22e853303baac1a4aeb3ce05f3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/173968">As well as a fully-stocked toy store, <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/yachts/africa-i" target="_blank">Africa I</a> is kitted out with twin <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/companies/mtu" target="_blank">MTU</a> engines and can travel at a swift top speed of 24.2 knots with a cruising speed of 12 knots.

47m Benetti yacht Africa I sold 

After just 76 days on the market, the 47-metre yacht Africa I has been sold thanks to IYC and Riginos Yachts.

The 47-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> motor <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/africa-i/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Africa I, for sale</a> as part of the Benetti Imagination line, has a lot to get excited about. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/benetti/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Benetti yacht for sale</a> features respective exterior and interior designs by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/245" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stefano Natucci (Company)">Stefano Natucci</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zuretti Interior Design</a>. Now seeking a new owner, she underwent an extensive refit in 2019/2020 which saw her interiors completely refreshed.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/173962/image/large-a1f05c386ce324867eac4fa6de4af887.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/173962">Freshly refitted <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/africa-i/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Africa I, for sale</a> for the fourth time, can accommodate 12 guests in her six spacious staterooms. With the master cabin on the main deck and the VIP cabin on the upper deck, two doubles and two twins populate the lower deck. There is even a dedicated ‘kids’ cabin aboard this family-friendly <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Africa I47.0m (154'2&quot;)Benetti SpA2010">Africa I</a> features a large main saloon with lounge seating and a formal dining table and a lounge on the upper deck outfitted with a cinema screen, L-shaped bar and desk space.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/173969/image/large-bff3e9efe84eb59f2f717dccc3ab598b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/173969"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/173973/image/large-fe1684fe44ea56a8cdbae00dd5709216.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/173973"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/173970/image/large-349ab1044b9fde225688bb82bc9a3bec.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/173970">Outside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Africa I47.0m (154'2&quot;)Benetti SpA2010">Africa I</a>’s covered aft deck provides an alfresco dining space adjacent to the inviting swimming platform and generous beach club on board. With another dining setup on the upper deck and a sun deck equipped with sun loungers, gym and jacuzzi, she is designed for entertainment and relaxation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/173966/image/large-a267e0eeee0920033d5a9c822ea3b380.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/173966"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/173968/image/large-e559ea22e853303baac1a4aeb3ce05f3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/173968"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/173972/image/large-1661035a76fcaea83f14c8d6a7102db7.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/173972">In terms of toys, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Africa I47.0m (154'2&quot;)Benetti SpA2010">Africa I</a> has plenty, including: a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Novurania (Company)">Novurania</a> Equator LP540 tender, several jet skies, Seadoo wave runners, Seabobs, an electric jet board, a giant inflatable water slide and paddleboards.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/173967/image/large-9d15c28c42eb4a158c4dcb856d92c960.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/173967"><a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/africa-i/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=""><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/173976/image/large-d462992fe528bcfc1ab4b8897e40883c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/173976">Yacht Africa I, for sale</a> and ready for immediate cruising, is kitted out with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines and can travel at a swift top speed of 24.2 knots with a cruising speed of 12 knots.

47m motor yacht Africa I for sale

New to the market: yacht Africa I for sale! She is a 47m Benetti build launched in 2010, accommodating up to 12 guests and 10 crew.

47m Benetti motor yacht Africa I on the market

As the curtain has been drawn on this year’s summer season and superyachts start looking to warmer climates to spend the upcoming winter months, many vessels head into hibernation where they spend the cold season receiving maintenance after an intense cruising period. Several yachts have already headed north for such refit work and the Netherlands each year draws many high profile vessels during the maintenance season.&nbsp;One of the Netherlands’ largest players in the refit segment, Balk Shipyard, recently welcomed the 47-metre Benetti motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Africa I47.0m (154'2&quot;)">Africa I</a> for a short maintenance period after the yacht has spent its summer cruising Northern Europe. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Africa I47.0m (154'2&quot;)">Africa I</a>&nbsp;is expected to depart the shipyard again before the first snowfall is to hit the town of Urk when she will head south for warmer waters.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/52600/image/large-feb71c904a280d24c492015578915a8b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/52600">The 60-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2028" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ramble On Rose59.5m (195'3&quot;)">Ramble on Rose</a> from CRN is currently at Icon Yachts in Harlingen where she will remain until 1st April 2019. Works will include a complete exterior paint job and several changes to her interior including an upgraded bridge. The yard has invested heavily in its refit capabilities over the last few years and Icon will open a new floating dock in December this year for an increased capacity. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/52601/image/large-123659b785ac2648ac01005c9d470a80.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/52601"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/52602/image/large-29c933697ecf9f91b112575d0e862a85.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/52602">Moonen Yachts welcomed back one of its own this autumn when the 42-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sofia41.78m (137'1&quot;)">Sofia</a> at Groot Ammers for a refit period that will last until March next year. She too will receive a new coat of exterior paint along with seasonal maintenance to her systems.&nbsp;“We are very pleased to welcome <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3651" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sofia41.78m (137'1&quot;)">Sofia</a> back home to Moonen for her refit works, and we’re looking forward to assisting the owners with bringing her to the market once works are complete,” says Moonen Yachts CEO, Johan Dubbelman.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/52510/image/large-458d78e213636b109d6b41bfb18c62bf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/52510"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/52511/image/large-3931f86c8a8359db4ffc11ad9e191880.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/52511">After <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/48856" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman to refit the 92m EOS and 90m Athena (2018-08-07 09:30:00 +0200)">receiving</a> the 90-metre sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/288" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athena90.0m (295'3&quot;)">Athena</a> under their care back in August, Royal Huisman’s refit division, Huisfit is progressing well on the refit of one of the largest sailing yachts in the world. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/288" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Athena90.0m (295'3&quot;)">Athena</a> will have her engines and gensets overhauled, receive a full rig service and a new paint finish to her hull. The refit period will last the entire winter period with relaunching scheduled for spring 2019. At the same time, Huisfit is also providing maintenance to the 93-metre Lürssen sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/669" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="EOS92.92m (304'10&quot;)">EOS</a> which too will receive an intensive engineering overhaul during her time in the Netherlands.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/52608/image/large-44f45d1fe6fc98354c91242f24b651d2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/52608">

Superyachts in Holland for winter refits

<img src="/uploads/store/photo/47150/image/large-9410cb9159fa41cc7fd94166bae1688e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/47150">Built for high-speed cruising and launched in Viareggio in 2010, the Benetti motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Africa I47.0m (154'2&quot;)">Africa</a> is part of the Italian shipyard’s FB500 range of yachts. The 47-metre motor yacht features an exterior design by Stefano Natucci with elegant interiors by Francois Zuretti. Africa, launched as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3161" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Africa I47.0m (154'2&quot;)">Imagination</a>, has had two owners since her delivery and last changed hands in January this year. Here she is seen in the German port of Bremerhaven as the yacht spent the past summer season cruising in Northern Europe.&nbsp;

The 47m superyacht Africa in Bremerhaven

Burgess has announced the sale of the 47-metre Benetti superyacht, Africa,&nbsp;with Burgess representing the seller and Marine Marketing in Athens and Pivatus in Croatia introducing the buyer.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/23123/image/large-bd457a3b4ef4f2569643c1dd20d57797.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/23123"> Built for high-speed cruising in extreme comfort and launched in Viareggio in 2010, the Benetti motor yacht Africa is part of the Italian shipyard’s FB500 range of yachts. The 47-metre motor yacht features exterior design by Stefano Natucci with elegant interiors by Francois Zuretti and has had two owners since new.&nbsp;On board, the 47-metre motor yacht accommodates 12 guests across six ensuite cabins, consisting of a main deck master suite, a VIP suite on the bridge deck, two double cabins and two mirror-image twin rooms. She also comes equipped with two tenders, one Novurania Equator 540 and one 2.3-metre Plastimo.&nbsp;Powered by twin MTU 16V 4000 M90 engines,&nbsp;Africa&nbsp;can cruise at 22 knots and reaches a top speed of 24 knots. A range of 3,400 nm can be covered when maintaining a more efficient speed.&nbsp;Following a €3,000,000 price reduction in September last year, the last listed price for Africa&nbsp;was €16,750,000.&nbsp;

The 47m Benetti superyacht Africa sold 

<img src="/uploads/store/photo/15885/image/large-6d3b5dcba0143465f34f1cdc4f0ac4db.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/15885"> Africa in MonacoBuilt for high-speed cruising in extreme comfort, Benetti’s motor yacht Africa is part of the Italian shipyard’s FB500 range of yachts and together with&nbsp;Anastasia K and Panthera is the first of three in this series. The 47-metre motor yacht was designed by Stefano Natucci and launched in Viareggio in 2010.&nbsp;Africa&nbsp;can cruise at 20 knots and reaches a top speed of 24 knots. A range of 3,400 nm can be covered when maintaining a more efficient speed. Here she is captured at anchor with the principality of Monaco in the background.Photo by SuperYacht Times

The Benetti motor yacht Africa at anchor

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/154050/image/large-ed9499d5be0fab2b2a4d7d6da1d11fe1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/154050">Africa and Lady Dee in PorosPictured here in Poros, Greece last Sunday are two 47 metre superyachts; Africa (ex: Imagination) built by the Italian shipyard Benetti in 2010, and Lady Dee, built by the Dutch Acico Yachts in 2012.Constructed entirely with aluminium, Africa features naval architecture by the Benetti team, whilst her exteriors were completed by Stefano Natucci and her interiors by Zuretti Interior Design. She accommodates up to 12 guests on board, as well as a crew of 9. Powered by twin MTU 16V 4000 M90 engines, she has a top speed of 24.6 knots, and a cruising speed of 22.8 knots.Lady Dee is also constructed entirely of aluminium, and features naval architecture by Olivier F. van Meer, with Cor D. Rover Design responsible for her interior design. She accommodates up to 10 guests on board as well as a crew of 13.By Gemma Fottles, photo by Maarten Janssen / <a href="http://SuperYachtPhoto.com" target="_blank">SuperYachtPhoto.com</a>

Africa and Lady Dee in Poros on Sunday 

<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/150067/image/large-b3829b2ad0f6df24f41441ea31ff136a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/150067">The recently delivered Benetti Anastasia K at anchor Benetti has recently delivered superyacht Anastasia K, which was project FB503, a 47 metre all aluminium superyacht designed by Italian designer Stefano Natucci. The yacht is a sistership to Imagination (now called Africa) and Panthera, delivered by the yard in 2010 and 2013. She features a very unusual paint job, which sparkles in the sunlight.By Maarten Janssen, photo by Merijn de Waard / <a href="https://www.superyachtphoto.com/Media/" target="_blank">SuperYachtPhoto.com</a>

The recently delivered Benetti Anastasia K at anchor

Benetti has recently launched superyacht project FB503, a 47 metre all aluminium superyacht designed by Italian designer Stefano Natucci. SYT's Maarten Janssen was able to take a photo of her, from the beach in Viareggio.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/148660/image/large-7d62050b6e9ce74d788f47086fe18155.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/148660">Although the yard has not yet commented on the delivery, she is a close sistership to Imagination (now called Africa) and Panthera, delivered by the yard in 2010 and 2013. We believe the yacht is called Anastasia K.Impossible to see in this photo, but the yacht features a most unusual colour scheme, which sparkles in the sunlight.Photo by Maarten Janssen

Benetti launches 47 metre superyacht FB503

Camper &amp; Nicholsons International has sold the 2010 Benetti Imagination. The 47 metre Imagination features six cabins, which offer luxurious, private and spacious accommodation for up to 12 guests. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/148434/image/large-2806e1a40ffd2d2a6e09524bf7cfabc8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133121">The exterior of Imagination is designed by Stefano Natucci's and her interior design is by François Zuretti.Imagination had an asking price of € 16,500,000.

Benetti superyacht Imagination sold

The second launch in Benetti's 500s series, after 2010's Imagination, Panthera was completely constructed at Benetti's Livorno shipyard. Fully aluminium-built, with an 8.8 metre beam and a sleek shape, she perfectly combines superb performance with exquisite comfort.<div style="display: none; text-align: center;"> </div><object class="BrightcoveExperience" id="myExperience3056773631001"><param name="bgcolor" value="#FFFFFF">
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<param name="@videoPlayer" value="3056773631001"></object>With her impressive stability and low levels of noise and vibration, Panthera is remains comfortable even when cruising at her top speed of 24 knots.Read our full review of the yacht <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41605">here</a>.Benetti Yachts  +39 0584 3821 <a href="mailto:sales@benettiyachts.it?subject=Benetti%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">sales@benettiyachts.it</a>   <a href="http://www.benettiyachts.it/" target="_blank">www.benettiyachts.it</a>

Video of the Benetti superyacht Panthera

Benetti has now officially unveiled one of their latest deliveries, superyacht Panthera. We first published about this yacht when she was <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/41067">spotted</a> in the summer of 2013, but only now has the yard released more information about the yacht.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146638/image/large-fbfd79af0aa2065056ae506f1dcd11a0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/146638">Panthera is the second yacht in Benetti's 500 series. The first one, FB501 Imagination, was launched in 2010, and the third one, FB503, is scheduled for delivery in the spring of 2014. Constructed at Benetti's Livorno boatyard, the 500-series yachts are 100% aluminium, 47 metres long and 8.8 metres wide.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146639/image/large-05b96e743ed3cafc3ac39ed3a5a8b056.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/146639">From a performance point of view, Panthera is lightweight and fast. While 47 metres long, the yacht’s aluminium construction means it only displaces 340 tonnes. The yacht has a maximum speed of 24 knots with a fuel consumption of 1.360 l/h, a 22-knot cruising speed, and a range of 3400 miles at her economical 12-knot speed.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/146640/image/large-7895898643248fc0dada99f3bce0f1f1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/146640">Panthera's interior is a sophisticated combination of lighter and darker greys. The yacht will be featured in detail later this month.Benetti Yachts +39 0584 3821 <a href="mailto:sales@benettiyachts.it?subject=Benetti%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">sales@benettiyachts.it</a>   <a href="http://www.benettiyachts.it/" target="_blank">www.benettiyachts.it</a>

First look on board Benetti's superyacht Panthera

Jeremy Comport of Camper &amp; Nicholsons International has listed the 2010 Benetti Imagination for sale. The 47 metre Imagination has been finished to the highest specifications. Each of her six cabins offer luxurious, private and spacious accommodation for up to 12 guests. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/138500/image/large-5386873453089d0a6f5df5e983ab87aa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133121">With a excellent array of onboard facilities, state-of-the-art entertainment systems and watertoys, this motor yacht provides buyers with a superior purchase opportunity. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/138501/image/large-eb6fe08ed4b96cb8cdcc26dc347a6e79.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133130"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/138502/image/large-6cbc6cb369bdd1f983fb00f7546c56c3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133131">Imagination has an asking price of € 22,000,000. Camper &amp; Nicholsons International Jeremy Comport +33 (0)4 92 912 912 <a href="mailto:jcomport@camperandnicholsons.com?subject=Benetti%20Imagination%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">jcomport@camperandnicholsons.com</a> <a href="http://www.camperandnicholsons.com/">www.camperandnicholsons.com</a>

47 Metre superyacht Imagination for sale with CNI

Imagination is the first yacht the emerge out of Benetti's new 47 metre line of semi-displacement superyacht constructed entirely in aluminium. Her design, that features innovative lines has already been awarded the Best World Trophy 2010 in Cannes on 11 September. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133118/image/large-6e0f7c330f4960e389b00938ff9caeee.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133118"><a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3161">Imagination</a>, project FB 501 was lauched the last summer, and this is the first yacht in the new Benetti Imagination 47 line. The conception of the new Imagination 47 is based on the yard's positive experience with the 43-metre motor yacht <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/519">Diane</a> (FB 236), launched in 2007, and it is the first Benetti motor yacht built with a semi-displacement hull, entirely in aluminium. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133119/image/large-ca92bc27c117a82482132c5e87b94558.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133119"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133120/image/large-e4478933eec06891ce8e0f92fe29d92f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133120">For this reason the new Imagination 47 is the outcome of a tried and tested technical alliance perfectly fine-tuned by Benetti. The result is a solid yet lightweight yacht with an optimised hull, offering excellent performance and, at the same time, a long range. Thanks to its technical characteristics, the new aluminium range possesses transoceanic qualities and can safely face any type of navigation. It's bulboubs bow enables the yacht to reach high speeds (calculated at around 23.5 knots in average load conditions). Its technical fittings have been cleverly combined with. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133121/image/large-686c665353dff6549dbed37cb27fcc7f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133121">The exterior of Imagination, designed by Stefano Natucci's, is a innovative concept design and her exterior design runs fluidly, forming soft, sleek curves that blend the hull with the superstructure. Like the exterior, the interior of the FB 501 are coherent with the modern spirit of the yacht, exclusively interpreted in the interior design of François Zuretti. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133122/image/large-e2b7de12b298492ef3be5a5ab1896098.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133122">Imagination's interior is light and airy, yet highly sophisticated. Guests arriving on the main deck aft are welcomed into the large main saloon, passing first through the entrance lobby, which features an elevator, as well as a wide staircase that connects all three decks. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133123/image/large-48ec975131aed032de1f0d0d753ba3a5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133123">The main salon, and adjacent dining room, are draped with breathtaking views through large windows, and features modular furniture. A wide band of high gloss bright blue runs accross the ceiling, adding a playful touch. The elegant style of the various social areas is in perfect harmony with current luxury trends based on a simple, linear design. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133124/image/large-229e412c35cdeee7f6c25e1da1b02486.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133124"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133125/image/large-d0cebbfa6e2db45683872d9cc0b8236a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133125">Imagination can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests in 5 staterooms. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133126/image/large-ee7acf35c52a4edb2fdead1d4e0fb3c5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133126"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133127/image/large-1dc89a141994c11ad6f5c546e803d5b9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133127"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133128/image/large-df43ca561164378d6a4c50bf950d3b46.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133128">The full-width master, located forward on the main deck, again features large hull-side windows perfect for taking in the morning sunshine. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133129/image/large-9595f46c30bb9a273f7162f4b81c640f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133129">High bulwalks on the fordeck hide the fact that the owner's cabin offers near a 180 degrees view, a clever design trick, not seen on any superyacht before.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133130/image/large-c502f32ab1c2b032ccba90da652c78bd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133130"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133131/image/large-8defce3e01389ee0f3c1f638e1f9e18d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133131"><img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133132/image/large-ca163aa3acaecd32f02e48968e79d4d2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133132">The main social meeting point onboard Imagination is undoubtedly the skylounge and adjacent aft deck. The brightly lit sky lounge offers a large comfortable L-shaped sofa, as well as a bar. Imagination's exterior decks provide a variety of areas for entertaining and dining. The main-, upper-, and sundeck are all configured with a generous outdoor dining areas for twelve. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133133/image/large-63aa3e0782389617a695818919d52764.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133133">In tradition with most Benetti's, Imagination offers a comfortable VIP cabin on the upper deck. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133134/image/large-5cc7cf00250ce1d4c667ffac22f73bea.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133134"> Forward on the upper deck one finds the generous fully integrated bridge equipped with state-of-the-art technology. Large windows allow for optimal visibility.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133135/image/large-6a693c99d0a606ca4b5ba9005a580e8d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133135"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133136/image/large-5392977f96fa5d14ddb4686ccc75a96e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133136">Her engine room, built to perfection, is equipped with twin MTU M90 16V 4000 diesel engines. They provide a 3.400nm range at 12 knots, but can also reach a top speed of just under 25 knots. The main tender is stored in the lazarette, behind a large transom hatch. Opening the hatch creates a sizable swimming platform. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133137/image/large-49a24ebacb6e24a8a4d6489068142e74.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133137"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133138/image/large-408d6808699a130a35d464f164d7c35c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133138">The modern, dynamic style of the new Imagination 47 line heralds the future image of the large Benetti superyachts.Benetti Yachts +39 0584 3821 <a href="mailto:sales@benettiyachts.it?subject=M/Y%20Imagination%20%28FB%20501%29%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">sales@benettiyachts.it</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.benettiyachts.it/">www.benettiyachts.it</a> Photos by Thierry Ameller

Superyacht of the Week: Benetti's 47 metre Imagination

The Italian shipyard Benetti has unveiled the first superyacht from their new 47 metre line. Christened Imagination, the superyacht was designed by Stefano Natucci with an interior by Francois Zuretti.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/131294/image/large-623505af3ce308605d82e3d0cfd013da.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/131294">The all aluminium semi-displacement <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3161" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Imagination</a> follows from the experience which Benetti gained by building the 43 metre aluminium <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/519" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Diane</a> (FB 243).<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/131295/image/large-53383b7603911bdd4e67f9fcde4a6326.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/131295"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3161" data-legacy="true" href="#managed-by-application">Imagination</a>, hull number FB 501, was built at the premises of Pisa SuperYachts and will be completed at the Benetti facility in Livorno before delivery to her owner in the second half of July.