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18 of the Biggest and Best Yachts Showcasing at the 2024 Monaco Yacht Show

• Rachel Ingram
• September 24, 2024

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An insider’s guide to the most exciting yachts on display at the 2024 monaco yacht show, from eco-conscious dreamboats to the world’s most expensive charter superyachts..

It’s time once again for the world’s yachting elite to set sail for the Principality for the ultimate superyacht event of the year, the Monaco Yacht Show . Taking place in and around Port Hercules from September 25th-28th, the gathering is the ultimate showcase of the best of the industry, attracting thousands of owners, potential owners and luxury yachting enthusiasts to our shores every year. The 2024 edition looks set to be even more spectacular than previous years, with an incredible number of world-class yachts that have been commended for their innovation, pioneering technologies or show-stopping design confirmed to appear. Read on for selection of our favourites to look out for.

Best for: Luxury chartering

At 122 m in length, Kismet is set to be the largest new superyacht on display at the Monaco Yacht Show. Chartering for €3 million per week with Cecil Wright, she’s also one of the most expensive charter yachts on the seas—and for good reason. Built by prestigious German shipyard Lürssen with an incredible design vision behind her— Nuvolari Lenard penned her head-turning exterior while Reymond Langton Design styled her incredible interior—she’s a force to be reckoned with. A floating wellness sanctuary, Kismet is kitted out with all the latest amenities, including a Balinese spa with a hammam and cryotherapy chamber. She also features a boatload of entertainment facilities, a gigantic owner’s suite and a beautiful, elongated bow with a helipad. On top of that, she’s got one of the highest guest-to-crew ratios in the industry, with 40 crew tending to 12 guests. If you’re lucky enough to get up close, look out for the Jaguar emblem on the bow spirit—a nod to her owner, Jacksonville Jaguars proprietor Shahid Khan.

Best for: Electric elegance

Forget everything you know about electric yachts and meet Seawolf X, a hybrid-electric multihull that’s innovative both inside and out. One of the most unique yachts on display at the Monaco Yacht Show, the 42.8-m yacht built by Italian yard Rossinavi features fast-charging batteries and solar panels that allow her to cruise for an entire day in electric mode—or at 90 percent for multiple days. Ideal for eco-conscious cruisers, Seawolf X sleeps 12 in five inviting cabins and features calming interiors designed by Meyer Davis and inspired by the sun, sea and sand. She’s available to charter with Cecil Wright from €380,000 per week.

Best for: Al fresco living

Making her world debut at the Monaco Yacht Show is a new all-aluminium yacht from Turkish yard Alia Yachts, SAN. The 45 m custom yacht is designed for al fresco living, with open-plan decks that blur the boundaries between indoor and outdoor areas. Described as a “marvel of modern engineering and design”, she features minimalistic yet elegant styling by Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design and sleek naval architecture by Lateral Naval Architects. From the panoramic glass windows that frame the main salon to the fold-out bulwarks on the aft deck, everything has designed to enhance the guests’ connection with the ocean.

Best for: Incredible interiors

The most expensive superyacht for sale at the Monaco Yacht Show is also one of its finest. Built by Dutch yard Oceanco and sailing in fresh from an extensive three-year rebuild with upgraded design by Reymond Langton, H3 is now looking for a new guardian; for an asking price of €295 million with Edmiston. The 105 m yacht is packed full of unique amenities including a giant spa and wellness area and an impressive owner’s suite with a climate-controlled winter garden, as well as a host of elegant design features such as a waterfall. Sleeping 20 guests, H3 is said to offer the “perfect combination of design, lifestyle and accommodation”, and the industry seems to agree—she’s received myriad accolades including the Robb Report Monaco Côte d’Azur 2024 Best of the Best Award for Best Yacht Rebuild.

Best for: Conscious cruising

In a significant step towards carbon neutrality, Sanlorenzo is set to unveil 50Steel, the world’s first superyacht with a green methanol fuel cell system. The revolutionary set-up, developed with Siemens Energy, will transform green methanol into hydrogen and then into electrical energy, and will be capable of powering all the yacht’s hotel systems without storing hydrogen on board. Other special features of the 50 m yacht include a “hidden” engine room, an expandable beach club on the aft and innovative styling by Zuccon International Project—spacious, multi-level living areas have been engineered to create the feeling of open-plan living.

SERENISSIMA I

Best for: Mediterranean escapes

New from Turkish yard Mengi Yay, SERENISSIMA I combines the best of Turkish craftsmanship with Italian design by Nuvolari Lenard. The custom 47 m tri-deck superyacht, which is currently on sale for an asking price of €35.8 million with Northrop & Johnson, is perfect for the sunny climate of the Med. She features a dedicated owner’s deck with a private terrace and hot tub, a spacious sundeck offering sweeping views, and amenities including a gentleman’s lounge with a cinema room, a walk-in wine cellar and al fresco entertainment spaces with glass panels that can shelter the aft from the wind while on the move. There’s also a cosy firepit for cooler evenings and plenty of water toys to keep guests entertained all day long.

ETERNAL SPARK

Best for: Form and function

Eternal Spark, a standout in the Bilgin 163 series, beautifully blends elegant design with practical functionality. Featuring expansive, sheltered decks and a sleek, sporty exterior, the 50 m yacht offers ample space for entertainment and relaxation. Eternal Spark has undergone significant customisations, including an extended stern and a redesigned aft area allowing more space. Inside, the yacht features refined details including natural embossed leather, soft colours and a balanced aesthetic that stretches across six inviting cabins, sleeping 12 guests. Powered by twin 1,450 CAT engines, Eternal Spark achieves a top speed of approximately 17 knots, while maintaining low operational costs. It’s a win-win all round.

Best for: Tender viewing

With so many exciting yachts on show in Port Hercules, it’s also worth jumping in a tender to explore one of the many yachts at anchor just outside the marina. One such superyacht will be Aalto, a well-maintained 80 m Oceanco yacht built in 2007 and now on sale with Burgess for €79.7 million, and for sale and charter with Edmiston, renting from €775,000 per week. A tried-and-tested family boat, she is home to a vast owner’s suite and eight guest cabins, a large sun deck with a pool and water jets, and a giant garage overflowing with toys and tenders. Her striking, angular exterior styling is by Italian firm Nuvolari Lenard and her elegant interiors, featuring surprisingly large volumes, were penned by Paris-based studio Alberto Pinto.

Best for: Classic sailing

Designed by Ron Holland and built by Perini Navi, 56 m sailing yacht Fidelis perfectly blends luxury living with long-range cruising capability. Her highly contemporary interiors are spacious and elegant, while the vessel itself has proven reliability for global exploration. In fact, she’s never stopped sailing since she was delivered, voyaging along the Amazon, visiting Desolation Island and Australia, rounding both Capes, and beyond. If you’re ready for a sailing adventure like no other, Fidelis is currently on sale asking €32 million with Edmiston.

Best for: Turning heads

Mould-breaking superyacht Energy pushes boundaries in more ways than one. Designed to “defy convention and find ways to connect with the ocean”, the 77.8 m vessel brought together some of Europe’s greatest talents: she was built by Dutch shipyard Amels, with Monaco-based naval architect Espen Øino drafted in to pen the exteriors, and French designer Francois Zuretti in charge of the expansive interiors. Among the highlights are seven luxurious cabins, including an owner’s deck with a private terrace, lounge and firepit; a music lounge with a Steinway piano and a marble-topped bar; and a giant beach club, wellness spa and gym with a sea terrace. Energy was custom-built for its current owner and has only been used privately since her 2022 delivery, meaning she’s almost as good as new. She’s currently for sale, asking €199 million with Burgess and Cecil Wright

NIGHT FURY II

Best for: Watching from the waves

The latest launch from the Atlantique line by Columbus Yachts, owned by Palumbo Superyachts, might be its most eye-catching yet. The Atlantique 43 m Night Fury II is as fierce as its name suggests and yet manages to retain a softness, thanks to her curved shelllike external lines inspired by classic sailing. Designed by Hot Lab to an “architecture for voyagers” philosophy, the motor yacht features generous entertaining and relaxation spaces that connect the indoors and outdoors, as well as design elements that are both stylistic and functional. Designed for an owner and their family, Night Fury II is a private yacht and not available to charter, but that doesn’t stop us wanting to view her from the waves.

Best for: Italian styling

Launched in July 2024, AKULA is fresh out of the Baglietto shipyard in Italy. She brings together some of the finest Italian names in the business, including Francesco Paszkowski who penned her sleek, modern, exterior lines and expansive outdoor spaces, and Enrico Gobbi’s Team For Design who styled her luxurious, versatile interiors. She cuts a commanding silhouette on the water, accented by her elegant grey hull. Highlights on board include a multi-level beach club, a spacious sun deck which is said to be the largest in its class, a pool on the main deck and a gym with a view. The yacht sleeps 12 and is available to charter from around €267,000 per week with IYC.

Best for: Long-range adventures

If you’re looking for adventures further afield, the Oceano 44 could be the winning ticket. A magnificent displacement three-decker from Italian yacht builder Mangusta’s long-range line, the 44 m yacht aims to “radically reinterpret the way life at sea can be enjoyed”. Built at Overmarinroup’s manufacturing site in Pisa with design by Monaco-based designer Alberto Mancini, she creates a harmonious connection between indoor and outdoor areas thanks to an extensive use of glazed surfaces. Interiors are luxurious, calming and contemporary, with the eye consistently being drawn to the ocean outside. Standout spaces in the exterior include the stunning pool, which features a partial transparent bottom that shines natural light into a full-beam owner’s suite, the beach club with fold-out terraces, and a sunbathing area surrounded by water that’s been dubbed the “island”. With an impressive range of 4,500 nautical miles and in-built stabilisers guaranteeing a comfortable cruise, the Oceano 44 could be the perfect choice for those seeking longer trips to more far-flung destinations across the globe.

WALLYWIND110

Best for: Catching the wind

Making its world debut at the Monaco Yacht Show, the wallywind110 will be the first launch from Monacobased Wally Yachts’ wallywind performance cruiser range. The anticipated 33.4 m vessel is set to be one of the fastest sailing yachts on the water. Slicing through the waves with her sleek bow and metallic-blue all-carbon hull, she will be impossible to miss while underway. At anchor, she remains just as captivating as she transforms into a sanctuary of relaxation and entertainment thanks to her wide decks hosting 15 people. Below deck, discover a full-beam owner’s suite with twin bathrooms and walk-in wardrobes, plus three guest cabins, a light-filled salon and an office.

Best for: Cruising in comfort

One of the latest launches from Dutch shipyard Heesen, ELA is packed full of charter-friendly amenities, including luxurious suites for 12 guests, a variety of flexible interior spaces and a boatload of fun facilities such as a gym and sauna, an alfresco cinema, a spacious beach club and an on-deck hot tub. The 50 m fast displacement motor yacht is ideal for cruising in the Mediterranean or Caribbean, and stands out on the water with her sleek silhouette. Inside, guests can enjoy exceptional contemporary design from Italian designer Cristiano Gatto, while in the garage, a huge arsenal of water toys is waiting to be enjoyed. A popular charter yacht, ELA is currently for sale at €39 million with Edmiston, and available for charter from ¤250,000 per week in the winter and €300,000 in the summer with Y.CO and IYC.

RENAISSANCE

Best for: Large group charters

Accommodating up to 36 guests in 19 cabins, the 112 m superyacht Renaissance has one of the most generous capacities in the industry. Built by Spanish shipyard Freire, she’s incredibly well outfitted for chartering, offering everything guests could desire. Standout facilities include a giant spa deck with wellness, beauty and fitness areas; a stunning beach club; a large pool; a cinema seating 19; and an entertainment zone with a sushi bar, BBQ and DJ set-up. The owner’s deck, meanwhile, is simply palatial, with private fore and aft decks featuring space for private dining, a private lounge and bar, and much more. Renaissance is available for charter with Burgess from around €2.7 million per week.

Best for: Compact comfort

Proving that bigger does not always mean better, Italian shipyard Tankoa’s first model under 50 m is compact yet comfortable. Go, the first launch from the T450 series, was developed by Italian yacht designers Cassetta and designed to be bold, distinctive and contemporary, while maintaining Tankoa’s timeless aesthetic. She’s a sanctuary for relaxation and features a tranquil owner’s suite, five elegant guest cabins, a light-filled salon with panoramic views and a generous beach club and pool. In short, she’s got everything you need in less space.

100 SUNREEF POWER

Best for: Eco-conscious owners

For owners looking for an eco-friendly alternative, Sunreef Yachts has the answer with its line of electric catamarans. Exhibiting at the Monaco Yacht Show is the new 100 Sunreef Power, a luxury catamaran that’s designed to embody elegance, stability and safety. The yacht, which is powered by solar panels and features entirely customisable interiors, has a generous, light-filled main salon, a full-beam al fresco lounge and dining area, and a sunken lounge in the bow area. Owners can choose to outfit her with a spa pool and level out the aft platform to create a large beach club. With the 100 Sunreef Power, the world is your oyster.

Best for: Italian design

The Made in Italy moniker is personified in this striking, steel and aluminium superyacht from Italian shipyard Benetti. Featuring bespoke design by Rome-based design studio Giorgio M. Cassetta, the 67 m CALEX was entirely customised for her current owner, who took delivery in 2022. The attention to detail is inspiring and she features indoor and outdoor spaces that ensure absolute privacy and comfort, while catering to the owner’s passion for exercise and well-being—take special note of the state-of-the-art spa and fitness areas and the luxurious beach club. She’s built as an expedition yacht with an impressive range, meaning she’s perfect for taking far-flung adventures in style. She’s also wheelchair accessible and sleeps 12. Like what you see? CALEX is available to charter with Northrop & Johnson from around €624,000 per week.

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Monaco Yacht Show 2024: The Biggest, Boldest and Most Expensive Superyachts To See

Even in its 33rd year, Monaco Yacht Show continues to break its own milestones.

By Ellys Woodhouse and Toby Louch

The principality of Monaco has a calendar that’s filled with major events. While the financial benefits of this little tax haven ensure its population remains fairly well stocked with super-rich and socialites year-round, it’s these events that truly bring the masses. April calls for the tennis at The Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters; in May it’s time for the Formula One Grand Prix ; June brings the world-famous car show Top Marques ; and summer draws to a close with perhaps the most glam of the bunch, the Monaco Yacht Show, which this year falls on September 25 – 28.

For those interested in gazing upon some of the finest yachts that can be found anywhere in the world, Monaco ’s Port Hercules is a pretty good spot year-round, but for the weekend of the Monaco Yacht Show, things enter a different league.

The Monaco Yacht Show is essentially a gathering of the global superyacht community. From owners to innovators, manufacturers and brokers, all head to the principality. Each year, builders and brokers present around 120 superyachts and 60 luxury tenders , with many of these reflecting current industry trends and revealing the potential future direction of the industry. These vessels boast an average length of around 160 ft, with a sprinkling of superyachts that top the 320 ft mark – with this year’s headliner clocking in at 400 ft.

Aside from the yachts themselves, visitors can expect countless designers improving yacht interiors and engineers working to ensure the industry becomes more sustainable. There’s sure to be a lot going on.

So ahead of this year’s event, Elite Traveler has looked into which yachts will be on display at Port Hercules and curated a list of some of the show’s unmissable vessels. So blow the dust off your Panama hat and add a few zeros to your credit card limit, because these are some of the biggest, boldest and most expensive boats attending the 2024 Monaco Yacht Show.

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The undisputed biggest headline of this year’s show – in every sense of the word – Lürssen’s Kismet will be the largest yacht to go on display in Port Hercules. While the previous title holder was another from Lürssen, the 377.6-ft Ahpo, the Kismet takes its victory by a considerable mile, clocking in at 400 ft. Previously known as Project Jag, the Kisamet was handed over to owner Shahid Khan in May 2024, making it one of the show’s newest deliveries, too. 

With exterior design by Nuvolari Lenard and naval architecture by Lürssen Yachts along with Reymond Langton Design working on the yacht’s interiors , Kismet is decked out with a helipad, beauty salon, indoor and outdoor cinema, dance floor and gym. Perhaps unsurprising, but all this makes Kisamet one of the most expensive yachts to charter , too, asking for €3m (approx. $3.4m) per week with Cecil Wright & Partners. 

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Delivered in 2019 by SilverYachts and refitted in 2024, the almost 280-ft, self-described ‘sports activity vessel’ Bold takes center stage at Monaco Yacht Show 2024. Designers Espen Øino created the superyacht’s striking, military-inspired exterior, creating a unique glass-enclosed loft on the upper deck that covers over 3,200 sq-ft of interior space. Meanwhile, Vain Interiors has created an opulent, New York-style loft, which is built to accommodate up to 12 overnight guests in eight luxurious staterooms and can carry up to 96 passengers while cruising.

With a a huge selection of water toys, a vast outdoor entertaining area with a bar and Teppanyaki grill, a cinema, an eight-person hot tub and a lounge surrounding a firepit, it’s no surprise that the Bold is a popular charter yacht, with Holl Robinson asking €875,000 ($972, 800) per week. 

Following an extensive, three-year rebuild, the most expensive superyacht on the market has returned to Port Hercules for 2024, complete with a new look – and price tag, too, asking for €295m ($328m). The 344.5-ft Oceanco H3 superyacht has already picked up a handful of international awards for the new look and is expected to impress many fans at Monaco Yacht Show 2024. 

In addition to the extra 10 meters that were added to the H3 ’s hull, the rebuild – from the likes of Reymond Langton Design, which worked on both the exterior and interior redesign, and the collaboration between Lateral Naval Architects and Oceanco on its naval architecture – also saw a pool deck, huge spa and wellness area and climate-controlled winter garden added to H3 ’s numerous amenities. 

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With its distinctive, shark-like exterior design, the 295-ft superyacht DAR will be hard not to miss at Monaco Yacht Show 2024. Built by Oceanco with exteriors designed by Luiz de Basto Design, the glossy black silhouette was inspired by the look of the hammerhead shark, with sinuous lines, wide set wing stations and a mast modeled after a dorsal fin. 

Meanwhile, renowned Italy-based studio Nuvolari & Lenard has crafted swooping, contemporary interiors. DAR’s impressive features include a complete owner’s deck, complete with a private salon and jacuzzi, a wellness area, an impressive beach club, and two helipads for private use. Offering grandeur and complete privacy in equal doses, DAR can accommodate up to 14 guests in overnight accommodation, with separate living quarters to host as many as 31 crew members.

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Despite only hitting the waters in June this year, the first wallywind110, Galma , is set to make its global debut at Monaco Yacht Show 2024. Measuring almost 110 ft, Galma ’s naval architecture comes from German studio judel/vrolijk & co while interior and exterior lines are designed by Wally in collaboration with Santa Maria Magnolfi. With a design that offers the comfort of a cruising yacht while maintaining the performance of a racing boat, Galma is characterized by the 22.6-ft telescopic keel and an all-carbon hull that has been painted in light metallic blue.

Other highlights of Galma include an 860-sq-ft full-beam cockpit with seating and dining for up to 15 people, as well as an open-plan raised saloon. Galma can accommodate up to eight guests overnight, with five crew members. 

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Heesen reveals ambitious new 62-metre superyacht project at Monaco Yacht Show – Monte-Carlo

World-renowned Dutch superyacht builder Heesen Yachts debuted a daring new Steel FDHF 62-metre superyacht – codenamed Project Monte-Carlo , at their kick-off press conference at the Hotel Hermitage in Monaco.

One of the shipyard’s most ambitious projects to date, the yacht’s design by British studio Harrison Eidsgaard has been tailored to meet the requirements of modern owners who want to spend increased periods of time on board.

The four-deck yacht will be one of the yard’s largest yachts by volume ever built in Oss. Heesen’s CEO , Niels Vaessen, explained that the design is a direct response to trends they are currently seeing in the market. “It is unusual for us to build a four-decker, but we have had a few requests for such a boat from former clients, so it made sense to create one. We are addressing a key market of owners that are looking to maximise space and experience on board to share with family and friends.”

The luxury of privacy Optimising the increased space afforded by the four-deck design, Project Monte-Carlo will have an entire deck dedicated to the owners. Catering to a trend post-pandemic of owners spending periods of time working on board, the area incorporates both a lavish master suite and a spacious office area.

Designer Peder Eidsgaard highlighted that the owner’s deck offers supreme privacy and could be utilised in different ways depending on their reference.

“It is a very open master suite, with the bathtub, shower and office all interconnected,” he said. “The benefit of this arrangement is that an incoming owner can easily toy with the space devoted to each area. The potential is huge; you expand the master suite to include a private foredeck with its own sundeck, jacuzzi and a fold-down balcony to starboard. From his/her office, the owner can walk straight out onto the balcony and take a seat.”

The guest accommodation will be split across the main and lower decks. Eidsgaard’s design proposes a mix of up to five lavish VIP cabins and comfortable doubles.

Connected to the sea Project Monte-Carlo has also been created to allow owners and guests to feel a constant connection to the water. The design includes a large 23-square-metre pool, with glass sides giving the impression that you are swimming in the sea and fold-down wings on the aft deck that allow you to sit right over the water.

Other key spaces include a ‘beach lounge’ on the main deck, where low-slung sofas offer an informal dining area for up to 14 guests, with sliding doors again connecting the yacht to its surroundings. There is also a firepit observation lounge under the mast, an outdoor kitchen, and a semi-open sky lounge seating area, including a hidden pop-up TV for movie nights.

Holistic living Wellness is also of increasing importance to owners, and therefore, the design allows for a dedicated centre on the lower deck.  Provisional designs for this space include a large gym, sauna, hammam and massage or beauty room.

The yacht’s beach club is also ideal for launching water toys, and its impressive storage will ensure that Project Monte-Carlo can be equipped with the latest toys available, including e-foils, wave runners and a diving kit. Additionally, the yacht has storage for two tenders, which are used for easy excursions back to the shore.

Sustainable planning Along with the rest of the superyacht community, Heesen is committed to a more sustainable future. In line with this and Heesen’s BlueNautech strategy , the boat is technically enabled for serial hybrid propulsion, with space for a large battery bank. It also has a methanol-ready tank layout for future conversion to hydrogen combustion or even a fuel cell. The fast displacement hull form is optimised for 12-knot cruising, but the power train can manage up to 16 knots.

“We see that our owners are increasingly interested in minimising their environmental impact,” added Peter Van Der Zanden, Heesen’s General Manager for Design & Development. “By planning the yacht around tried-and-tested green solutions, we are helping them make good decisions that don’t add much time and cost to the build.”

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Labeled an “offshore battlewagon” and “sportfisher on steroids” by Vripack, Special One represents the pinnacle of marine design. It was honored in Robb Report’s Best of the Best awards this year, in fact. Spanning an impressive 171 feet, the bespoke cruiser features a highly efficient aluminum hull that also helps curb pollution.

“We applied our most radical naval architecture ever on this hull, resulting in dramatic lower resistance and, consequently, reduced fuel consumption,” Vripack’s co-creative director Bart Bouwhuis said in a statement. “However we were also very aware that no matter what, the twin V-20 MAN 4,500 kW drive train—which propels this yacht to over 32 knots—and her twin Zenoro 180 kW generators will always burn a substantial amount of fuel. We knew of this ‘new fuel’ and started our research.”

A low carbon footprint isn’t the only thing that makes Special One special, though: Designed for an experienced yachtsman and passionate angler, the six-deck yacht showcases a soaring tuna tower that doubles as a prime fishing spot and a viewing platform for guests. It also features a fighting chair, a dedicated bait-and-tackle room, insulated cooler boxes, and some 22 fishing rods. Other, non-fishing-related amenities include a scenic sky lounge, an outdoor cinema, and an open foredeck with oversized sun pads.

The interior, also designed by Vripack, evokes a penthouse with contemporary decor and sweeping views. The living quarters are still under wraps but will be revealed in the coming days in Monaco. The sheer size of the yacht means there is plenty of space for multiple cabins and living areas.

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From the 25th to the 28th september, the monaco yacht show will feature over 120 superyachts and around 60 luxury tenders. these are the ones worth seeing.

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From Antibes to Antigua, Palma to Palm Beach, the yacht show calendar certainly isn’t short of events. But without a doubt, the most important date in every yacht enthusiast’s diary is the Monaco Yacht Show. For over three decades, the harbour nation has played host to the biggest and best yachts that money can buy. This year is no exception, with the iconic Port Hercule guaranteed to be packed with the latest offerings from the world’s best-known shipyards, designers and brokers.

From the 25th to the 28th September, the Monaco Yacht Show, sponsored by Richard Mille, will feature over 120 superyachts and around 60 luxury tenders, including 40 entries in the 50-metre-plus range. Whether you’re making the trip to Monaco to indulge in a spot of yacht shopping, or simply want the curtain pulled back on a super exclusive world lived on the high seas, here’s our pick of the vessels to see this year.

The headliner of this year’s show is the 122-metre Kismet . Built by Lürssen, she is the epitome of luxury, with super-sleek exteriors by Nuvolari Lenard and interior design by Reymond Langton Design, Kismet takes the cake as one of the most expensive yachts for charter, asking a whopping €3 million per week with Cecil Wright & Partners. But with a helipad, spa, indoor and outdoor cinema and state-of-the-art gym, is it any surprise?

No expense was spared in the design and construction of Feadship’s 55-metre Kahalani. Built to a Feadship in-house DeVoogt exterior design with bespoke interior design by the famed Parisian master Remi Tessier, highlights include a generous sun deck with jacuzzi, full bar, and sheltered casual dining for 12, indoor/outdoor formal dining for 12 and a large swimming platform and water sports store.

The 77.8-metre full-custom yacht ENERGY, delivered by Amels in 2022 and exhibited this year by Burgess, is designed to comfortably accommodate up to 14 guests in 7 suites. She is also capable of carrying up to 27 crew onboard to ensure the most relaxed luxury yacht experience possible.

Sanlorenzo’s Lemon Tree is designed for effortless entertaining, with a large main deck aft area that features a huge pool, the glass bottom of which is the ceiling of the gym below. Up in the bridge deck, a seating area and bar offer uninterrupted views, making it perfect for evening sundowners, while a vast swim platform offers plenty of space for sunbathing and easy access to the water.

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Baglietto’s Dom 133 is a Stefano Vafiadis-designed all-aluminium 40.9-metre motor yacht, with interiors by by Leonardo Santi, who drew inspiration from car design to include a tribute to the unmistakable shades of iconic brands in the automotive sector: Ferrari red, green, and blue and Lamborghini orange feature in the guest cabins on the lower deck, while the wheelhouse, which features a bronze-coated carbon top, has grille inserts recalling those of sports cars.

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The most epic super-yachts at the F1 Monaco Grand Prix

Yachts routinely steal the show during the F1 grand prix weekend.

The yachts docking in the harbour for the F1 Monaco Grand Prix have turned heads - with a couple particularly impressing.

A yacht named Seven Sins caused a commotion because there is a Bugatti Chiron onboard.

The Seven Sins can be chartered for a week at a much more reasonable $300,000 but that doesn’t come with the Bugatti! 

The car itself is worth around £2.5m and, now, there is one in full view in Monaco harbour during the F1.

Sightseeing at the Monaco Grand Prix: a $3 million Bugatti on a $25 million yacht. 🎥 tfjj/IG pic.twitter.com/QFAt7eAd38 — Vincenzo Landino (@vincenzolandino) May 24, 2024

A yacht named Evrima, owned by Ritz-Carlton, is being used by Lewis Hamilton , George Russell and Toto Wolff as part of their partnership with Mercedes .

Evrima is more of a floating luxury hotel than a boat.

Guests have voyaged around France before docking in Monaco for the coolest weekend of the year.

Rooms cost $10,000 to $100,000 for holidaymakers at this time of year.

If you want to charter Evrima, it will set you back $2.2m for a week.

It boasts 149 rooms, a private terrace for each suite, an infinity pool and even an onboard therapist.

It has direct access to the seawater, and watersports, from its deck.

The biggest yacht at the Monaco Grand Prix (so far) is actually owned by the Ritz-Carlton. • 149 Cabins • Pools, Spa & Gym • Rooms cost $10,000 to $100,000+ It's essentially a luxury cruise — you spend a few days in France and then dock in Monaco for the race. Pretty crazy. pic.twitter.com/7aGVIs5Peg — Joe Pompliano (@JoePompliano) May 23, 2024

A superyacht named Faith has also docked in Monaco for the grand prix and it is known to some of F1's richest people.

The $200m yacht was previously owned by Lawrence Stroll, the current Aston Martin owner.

Stroll sold it to the billionaire father of former F1 driver Nicholas Latifi.

Faith has a helipad onboard plus a gym and a theatre.

And it's yours to rent for one week for a mere $1.5m...

The $200 million superyacht Faith has arrived in Monaco for the F1 race. • Helipad & 2 Jet Skis • Gym, Theater, Pool & Sauna The boat rents for $1.5M weekly and was owned by Lawrence Stoll (until he sold it to Michael Latifi, the father of former F1 driver Nicholas Latifi). pic.twitter.com/QQpuQR5JDB — Joe Pompliano (@JoePompliano) May 24, 2024

A yacht named Lionheart is also turning heads in Monaco this year.

It was formerly owned by businessman Philip Green, and is valued at $150m.

The largest yacht currently in Monaco's Port Hercule is Lionheart, a superyacht built for businessman Philip Green by Benetti SpA, which cost $150 million. She carries the most memorable tender — a VanDutch 55 named Lioncub. #MonacoGP https://t.co/imLYYhw8Uc pic.twitter.com/C3WzzyQZh0 — Vincenzo Landino (@vincenzolandino) May 20, 2024

Most famously, when Kimi Raikkonen was forced to retire early from the 2006 Monaco Grand Prix, rather than go back to his team garage he instead walked straight to the harbour to find his yacht.

Moments later, he was spotted lounging in the sun onboard his private yacht with his friends - with the F1 race going on without him.

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World's largest sportfisher Special One can use HVO to reduce carbon footprint

The 52-metre Royal Huisman sportfisher Special One , set to debut at this year's Monaco Yacht Show , can run on hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), thereby "reducing harmful CO2 emissions by over 90 per cent", according to her designer Vripack . 

"We applied our most radical naval architecture ever on this hull, resulting in dramatic lower resistance and, consequently, reduced fuel consumption," said Bart Bouwhuis, Vripack's co-creative director. "However we were also very aware that no matter what, the twin V20 MAN 4500kW drive train – which propels this yacht to over 32 knots – and her twin Zenoro 180 kW generators will always burn a substantial amount of fuel. We knew of this ‘new fuel’ and started our research." 

This announcement follows the delivery of Special One in June 2024. The yacht has been described as a "sportfisher on steroids" and was commissioned by an experienced yachtsman and passionate fisherman.

"The individual aspirations and challenges of [this project] were well outside the comfort zone of other yards," said Royal Huisman CEO Jan Timmerman. " Special One showcases our ability to create custom solutions that perfectly align with our client's vision."

Speaking more broadly about the project, Timmerman said: "It is well known that the Royal Huisman team likes nothing better than the opportunity to solve fresh engineering challenges – especially if they come in the shape of a unique project concept."

Special One is characterised by a long bow, high bulwarks and a low and uncluttered fishing cockpit aft. She has an all-aluminium Alustar superstructure with a towering profile that accommodates six decks, fitted out "for both high-end sportsfishing and luxurious living".

The yacht is fitted with all the latest gamefishing gear and the tower offers a viewing platform to the dedicated fishing area aft. At night, the yacht is illuminated by laser-powered exterior lighting.

Vripack is also responsible for the yacht's interior, which is yet to be revealed. 

Royal Huisman worked alongside Bush & Noble for expertise on sportfishing and Hampshire Marine for the day-to-day technical aspects at the shipyard.

"This is an exceptional brief," added Bouwhuis. "And the result is an exceptional boat. It has the true proportions and long flaring bow of a typical American sportfish boat paired with the harmonious feel of a luxurious superyacht. It’s a supersized model with super chic curves, realised on a grand scale."

This follows the news that Royal Huisman is to build an 81-metre sailing yacht, codenamed Noir. She will rank among the 10 largest sailing yachts in the world once delivered.

For those attending the Monaco Yacht Show, visit Stand DS103 to say hello to the BOAT International team.

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The largest yacht in Monaco's harbour

MONACO -- If the wide shots of the Monaco Grand Prix look a little less spectacular this year, it's probably because the circuit's famous harbour is operating at little over half capacity.

Port Hercule, which is skirted by Monaco's famous race track on two sides, usually acts as a magnet for the Mediterranean's superyachts at this time of year, turning 160,000 square metres of liquid real estate into the ultimate playground for the rich and famous.

On a race weekend, a berth in Port Hercule can cost anywhere between €8,000 and €128,000 depending on location and size of boat, with the most expensive positions offering a view of the track from the Nouvelle Chicane to the Swimming Pool complex.

The very biggest boats have no choice but to moor on "The T" behind the Swimming Pool grandstand, with their bows pointing out to sea.

But the COVID-19 pandemic has curbed the party in 2021, with loud music banned after 10 p.m. and no more than 12 guests on a yacht at any time.

The largest yacht in the harbour this year is "Faith", a 316-foot leviathan worth an estimated $200,000,000.

In 2019 it was anchored further down the coastline, acting as the base for Aston Martin team owner Lawrence Stroll and his racing driver son, Lance.

Recent media reports suggest Faith has been sold to Michael Latifi, the billionaire chairman and CEO of Sofina Foods and father of Williams racing driver Nicholas.

Details of Faith can be found online , including its seasonal charter rates, which start at an eye-watering €1,200,000 per week and rise to €1,500,000.

That money not only buys you a lot of yacht for seven days, but also a list of amenities that would make several of Monaco's five-star hotels look rather ill-equipped.

The five-storey floating palace houses a cinema, spa, swimming pool, massage room, steam room, hammam, gym and, rumour has it, a snow room.

It has seven bedrooms that can sleep up to 12 guests, a VIP stateroom to entertain friends and includes an elevator to conveniently link its decks.

Faith also comes laden with toys, including two jet skis, an electric foiling surfboard, three sea bobs and two kayaks.

A helipad and helicopter hangar are built into the floating superstructure, although it seems as though you have to provide your own helicopter.

One charter website carrying details of Faith, claims its "impressive leisure and entertainment facilities make her the ideal charter yacht for socialising and entertaining with family and friends".

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Charter club, news & events, azimut attends the monaco yacht show 2024.

From September 25 to 28, Azimut returns to Monte Carlo for the 2024 Monaco Yacht Show. On display there will be the Magellano 30M alongside two models from the Grande Series: the Grande 36M and the Grande Trideck .

To offer a personalized service to Grande Series owners in Montecarlo, Azimut also announces the opening of a Grande Boutique.

On the occasion of the 2024 Monaco Yacht Show, the event dedicated to superyachts scheduled from September 25 to 28, Azimut will showcase three models from its fleet: the Magellano 30M, the Grande 36M, and the Grande Trideck.

As a testament to the success of the Grande Series among yacht owners and as part of its expansion strategy in the Principality of Monaco,  Azimut recently announced the opening of a Grande Boutique in Monaco , located at the Fairmont Hotel. This exclusive space is designed to offer tailored services to the owners of this Series, which includes yachts ranging from 26 to 44 meters, ensuring dedicated support at every stage, from purchase to after-sales service. Monaco, a hub of luxury and international yachting, is the perfect location to attract refined clients seeking unique and personalized experiences.

Grande Trideck

Opening Azimut’s lineup at the Monaco Yacht Show is the  Grande Trideck , the flagship of the Series, measuring 38 meters in length. The exterior lines are designed by Alberto Mancini, while the interiors are by Achille Salvagni and the hull by P.L. Ausonio Naval Architecture. One of the key factors in this model’s success is the innovative concept that has revolutionized the traditional layout, creating new spaces that did not exist before. The Sea View Terrace and the Private Patio were designed for a modern owner seeking constant connection with the surrounding environment. The Grande Trideck thus stems from the idea of the yacht as an ideal place for conviviality, offering an authentic atmosphere for sharing moments with family and friends. Other key elements contributing to the success of this model include the extensive use of carbon fiber, which is also used in the yacht’s superstructure, significantly reducing consumption, and the semi-planing D2P (Displacement to Planing) hull, which results from optimized shapes, leading to significant improvements in efficiency, reduced consumption, and better sea performance.

Also on display at the Monaco Yacht Show is the  Grande 36M , a superyacht embodying the DNA of the Grande line with cutting-edge design choices that create barrier-free spaces and offer a unique sense of freedom. Thanks to the revolutionary semi-walkaround Upper Deck layout, which has created a new space on a yacht of this size, and the opening Skylounge windows, guests can enjoy an immersive cruising experience in perfect harmony with the surrounding environment. Designed to offer maximum customization, the interior design is by Achille Salvagni, while the exterior lines bear the unmistakable signature of Alberto Mancini.

The Grande Trideck and Grande 36M are part of Azimut’s Low Emission Yachts: thanks to the D2P® Displacement-to-Planing hull, designed by P.L. AUSONIO Naval Architecture with the Shipyard’s R&D department, and the extensive use of carbon fiber, they are capable of reducing fuel consumption and CO2 emissions by up to 30%, becoming the ideal choice for those seeking efficiency and greater environmental sustainability.

Magellano 30M

Flagship of the Series designed for long cruises in unexplored places, the  Magellano 30M  reflects Azimut’s craftsmanship through a design that blends tradition and innovation. The exterior, designed by Ken Freivokh, combines a hull with powerful volumes and the lightness of a streamlined superstructure, a unique feature of this crossover yacht. Key elements include the vertical bow, robust sides, protected walkways, and large glass surfaces that flood the interiors, designed by Vincenzo De Cotiis, with natural light. Additionally, for the first time on a yacht of this size, the Main Deck offers a 270° panoramic view of the sea, the result of cutting-edge engineering developed by the Shipyard’s technical department, which designed a low ventilation system to eliminate any barriers to the view.

Azimut will be at the 2024 Monaco Yacht Show from September 25 to 28 at stand QE7 (Quai des Etats-Unis).

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