The Monaco Yacht Show is world-renowned for the exceptional quality of its superyachts and their impressive length: among the +100 units on display, +40 new models are unveiled as world premieres each year. The fleet has an average length of 50m and mega yachts exceeding 100m.
Here a recap from the Heesen Yachts Press Conference Wednesday morning:
55m Moskito:
At the forefront of Heesen’s display is 55m Moskito, which is renowned as a successful charter yacht. Moskito exemplifies what clients can enjoy with Heesen’s 55m steel series—skillfully designed, smartly engineered, and impeccably built in the Netherlands.
For potential clients Moskito’s sister ship, Project Agnetha, is currently under construction and is the only yacht of its size built by a Northern European shipyard that is available on the market – with delivery in Q2 2025.
The Heesen 55m class is a key player in the Dutch yard’s short delivery program. With an internal volume of 760 GT, the series offers all the luxurious features expected of a high-end yacht, while still being compact enough to access the charming smaller ports of the Mediterranean.
Last year, in collaboration with Omega Architects and Luca Dini Design & Architecture, Heesen revisited the exterior lines and interior layout, updating them with the latest trends and future-proofing this remarkable engineering platform.
62m Project Monte-Carlo:
The Monaco Yacht Show also presents an opportunity for Heesen to reveal its latest collaboration with British design firm Harrison Eidsgaard. It marks the fourth partnership as the duo introduce Project Monte Carlo—a 62m steel custom yacht. As part of Heesen’s full custom family, the design provides clients with a creative foundation to tailor their own unique vessel. It is ideal for clients who may find a blank canvas daunting, offering a solid base to bring their dreams to life.
Further details of Project Monte Carlo will be exclusively revealed at Heesen’s annual press conference on Wednesday September 25. The event will also present the chance for Heesen’s CEO Niels Vaessen to share an update on Heesen’s current projects and future strategy.
Vaessen comments: “The Monaco Yacht Show is the biggest event in the global yachting calendar. At this year’s show we are delighted to present Moskito, which is an excellent showcase of Heesen’s series offering, as well as an exciting new custom design with Harrison Eidsgaard. Moskito and Project Monte-Carlo help to demonstrate the broad portfolio that Heesen offers to clients.”
•We have a strong workforce of 1,000 skilled and passionate people; we have a full order book with deliveries through 2025, and we have a healthy financial situation. So we are able to manage the present hurdles, and we are also ready to handle whatever the future may hold.
•The racing drone recorded a buzz of activity at our shipyard in Oss and our luxury interior facility in Winterswijk. Our workshop floor is as busy as a beehive.
•With twelve yachts under construction, we have the perfect mix of full-custom and fast delivery. We occupy a unique position in the market – we are one of the few northern European shipyards with a strong speculative programme that shortens the delivery time and allows competitive prices for top-quality superyachts with a proven track record.
•So far this year we have delivered three yachts. Book Ends and Ocean Z come from our successful 50-metre semi-displacement and 50-metre full-displacement series, and they are joined by the one and only Lusine.
•Lusine is a 60-metre award-winning full-custom motor yacht of 1,079 GT with exterior lines by Omega and the most complex interior ever designed by Sinot. And she is on display at this year’s show!
•These three yachts show the exceptional ability of our shipyard. We cater to clients who want to save time without compromising on quality, and who desire a unique yacht that is the true expression of their personality and lifestyle. We also offer our clients Smart Custom yachts. These are projects that combine the best of both worlds – and you will hear more on this soon from Friso Visser, our Chief Commercial Officer.
•Recent times have pushed us to up our game. Contingency planning will be crucial to guarantee success in future years. We keep strengthening our workforce by hiring new talent and constantly investing in our staff through training. The people in Heesen are our most important asset – it’s the human capital that makes the difference and allows our shipyard to deliver yachts that are nothing but the best.
•We are in almost the third year of global logistical issues and shortages of multiple components. To deliver our yachts on time and within budget, we depend heavily on the reliability of our supply chain. Our boats are made from millions of parts. To ensure everything is available on time, we have nurtured a supportive relationship with our suppliers and partners. They have become an integral part of our extended family and contribute to our success. None of this would have been possible without them, and we are grateful for their commitment and loyalty.
•Finally, it’s worth pointing out that to ensure a successful future for our company, we constantly invest in research and development, new technology and design.
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FERRETTI GROUP’S STAR SHINES BRIGHT AT THE MONACO YACHT SHOW WITH STEEL SUPER YACHTS, TWO WORLD PREMIERES AND THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF TWO ACQUISITIONS:
Innovative design, a variety of styles and inspirations, and spectacular dimensions: Ferretti Group shines bright at the showcase event in Monaco with a multi-faceted fleet of dazzling beauty that includes the two world premieres CRN M/Y RIO and Riva 130’ Bellissima, plus Custom Line 140’. Also on show at the event are CRN M/Y CIAO, Custom Line Navetta 37 and Riva 110’ Dolcevita.
“We come to Monaco more beautiful and solid than ever, or perhaps I should say as strong as steel, which is the main material used for the masterpieces built by our Super Yacht Yard in Ancona. Our investments in the large yachts segment are paying off handsomely and I’m pleased to announce the sale of two CRN yachts, one 85 metres in length and the other 70 metres,” said Ferretti Group CEO Alberto Galassi. “We are the only yacht-building Group with a range spanning 8 to 90 metres and as a boat lover myself, I really do understand our owners’ enthusiasm when they enter the Ferretti Group boutique. My own eyes light up too when I see our fleet.”
The Ancona Superyachts Division is at the core of the Group’s strategy, with 10 steel and aluminium yachts currently under construction including the first Riva 70 Metri, the largest Riva flagship superyacht ever built by the brand, said Alberto Galassi, CEO of Ferretti Group. Copyright: Mandoga Media
Ferretti Group has also announced the acquisition of two companies that are part of its supply chain: Masello Srl and Fratelli Canalicchio SpA.
Massello Srl, based in Fano, is a company with extensive experience in wooden furniture for yachts and has recently launched an innovative on-board assembly service. Fratelli Canalicchio SpA, based in Narni, is specialized in static exteriors and automatic kinetic systems for yachts.
The Monaco Yacht Show is our natural stage. It’s particularly satisfying to announce that we’ve started work on the construction of Riva 70 Metri, Riva’s largest ever flagship superyacht, sold early in 2024 to a loyal Riva customer and a great fan of the brand,” said Ferretti Group CEO Alberto Galassi. “We’re also bringing two splendid world premieres to Monaco: wallywind110 – GALMA and Custom Line 50 M/Y ASANTE.“ Driven by Ferretti Group’s unique and compelling characteristics, we work every day to take innovation in the yachting world to levels of absolute excellence. And with the incredible diversity of our seven brands, we’re ready to amaze our owners yet again.”
Gulf Craft, a global brand recognised for its innovation in yacht and boat building, continues to make its mark in the field of composite-built superyachts as it unveiled production plans of the company’s second largest superyacht – the brand-new Majesty 160 – at the Monaco Yacht Show.
Unveiling the details of the brand-new Majesty 160 superyacht, Gulf Craft’s Chairman Mohammed Hussein AlShaali said: “The Majesty 160 is an evolution of our Majesty 155, and follows the new design precedent of our Majesty line-up which was introduced earlier this year with the Majesty 111 at Dubai International Boat Show. The Majesty 160 will be our second largest vessel and will be a class-apart in its segment, catering to the needs and requirements of customers through its exceptional design, architecture and state-of-the-art engineering and technological features.”
“Our ongoing expansion plans, extensive global dealer network and a distinct product portfolio have seen us build a strong foothold in international markets, especially in Europe and the United States, where we have witnessed a demand for larger lightweight yachts which provide competitive fuel economy and easy access to shallow waters. We have listened to our customers and have created the Majesty 160 which reinstates our position as the world’s leader in composite hull production.”
The Majesty 160 which goes into production this year at Gulf Craft’s fully integrated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in the UAE, is designed by the award-winning Cristiano Gatto Design Studio in Italy whilst the naval architecture is penned by the world-renowned Van Oossanen Dutch Naval Architects. Built to the specifications outlined by the Bureau Veritas Commercial Yacht Rules for yachts under 500 gross tonnage (GT), the Majesty 160 has a gross tonnage of 498 meeting all safety requirements of a vessel of 500 GT.
Taking its design cues from the iconic Majesty 175, the brand-new superyacht’s interior and exterior has been carefully designed with immaculate attention to detail to create a seamless balance between the outdoor and indoor spaces.
THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES SHOWCASES ITS STATUS AS A GLOBAL HUB FOR SUPERYACHTS AT MONACO YACHT SHOW:
During this year’s Monaco Yacht Show, from 28 September to 01 October, both Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism and Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism, along with various key stakeholders including Al Seer Marine, Dubai Harbour, P&O Marinas, Gulf Craft and key government departments presented a unique united front at the renowned international yachting event, with a combined United Arab Emirates (UAE) stand – PP75.
In addition to establishing a visible presence, with a prominent stand at the show, the UAE team hosted a high level, social meeting with stakeholders, yacht managers, captains, brokers and media at the Yacht Club de Monaco, to present the future of the Gulf and how the region is investing in superyacht hospitality, visitation and infrastructure.
This was reinforced with a major announcement in the same week, by three industry leading partners, Al Seer Marine, P&O Marinas and MB’92, who have formed a partnership to invest and build the first dedicated superyacht refit and service shipyard in the Gulf.
Today, the Gulf provides owners, captains, crew and managers, world class marina infrastructure and unique cruising destinations and incredible luxury hospitality and experiences. However this new shipyard project will give the visiting yachts an opportunity to spend winters in the region and receive world class technical service and shipyard support.
For superyachts that choose to cruise, stay and operate in the United Arab Emirates, they now have the ideal conditions for long term migration. In addition to world class service and infrastructure, the Gulf provides something far more interesting than just five-star berthing and support, and offers unrivalled experiences and opportunities for guests and crew to be entertained at the highest level.
The UAE offers an “always on” experiential calendar, with global golf events like the DP World Tour, the unique Legends Team Cup-ATP Champions Tour, yacht racing with the high-octane Sail GP Dubai, horse racing with the phenomenal Dubai World Cup, and of course, the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Abu Dhabi. This world leading calendar provides an incredible opportunity for superyachts to migrate from the Eastern Mediterranean into the Gulf, to extend their season and enjoy the region’s exceptional service and hospitality culture.
With both Abu Dhabi and Dubai working closely together, harmonising their coastlines and cruising grounds, the UAE is embarking on an exciting journey to become a superyacht destination of choice, with excellent weather, incredible hospitality and owner and crew support and soon, a new service and refit yard of global standards.
This initiative showcased at the Monaco Yacht Show is a clear demonstration that the UAE and private sector establishments are well aligned and operating from a common platform, and with excellence at the heart of their mission, are ready and well-equipped to host the world’s superyachts.
The Istanbul based shipyard Sirena Marine has announced that its range of vessels will soon include superyachts. As a natural progression from the shipyard’s existing models and continuing its dedication to offering comfort, top quality amenities and next level cruising performance the new superyacht line currently includes three models, measuring 35, 42 and 50 metres respectively.
With the vessels set to be constructed in steel and aluminium at the shipyard’s Istanbul-based facility, the new Sirena superyacht line will feature eye-catching exteriors by Italian designer Luca Vallebona and naval architecture by Van Oossanen Naval Architects from the Netherlands, with the interior designs of each vessel fully customisable to meet the requirements and desires of each individual owner.
Tanil Surmeli, Product Development Manager at Sirena Yachts, added: “Like in all our boats, we always try to cherish the owner area without a compromise. We did so with the Superyacht Range. In addition, in recent years, efficiency came over speed, functionality and customization came over size. They look for the uniqueness that is offered only for them and this is Sirena Yachts’ strength.”
As a truly forward-thinking company, Sirena Yachts has once again shown itself to be tuned into the desires of the latest generation of superyacht owners through its new superyacht line, listening carefully to the desires of the market and responding in kind.
More Infos of the 2024 Edition: https://www.monacoyachtshow.com/en
