The Monaco Yacht Show is running this September from the 25th-28th at Port Hercules, and this year’s display boasts more than 125 luxury yachts with an average length around 50m/164ft as well as 42 vessels that are new launches making their worldwide public debut.
Yachts line up at the 2018 MYS
The largest vessel on display this year is a mega yacht of 107m/351ft – a far cry from its beginnings in 1991, when the display consisted of 32 luxury yachts around 31m/102ft in length. Amongst the latest launches from international yacht builders, the following are some of the most attention-grabbing designs for their appearance, amenities and engineering to look out for at the event.
Monaco Yacht Show 2018
MADSUMMER – Lurssen – 95m/312ft
Motor yacht MADSUMMER (ex.PROJECT FIJI, PROJECT MAUI) is just five metres short of being called a mega yacht, however her interior luxury is certainly above and beyond what most will have available on board for a Mediterranean yacht charter: Studio Laura Sessa chose a scheme in-keeping with the colours of the coast to create a calm and bright interiors, from the upper deck down to the beach club where there is an adjoining spa with a fold-down terrace.
Madsummer will make her first appearance at the MYS 2019. Photo credit ®KlausJordan
Outside, guests have an abundance of sunbathing and alfresco dining choices along with a swimming pool on the main deck aft that is sheltered by glass bulwarks. There is also a walk-able skylight on the upper deck aft and a fire pit for keeping the conversation outdoors under the stars long into the night.
LADY S – Feadship – 93m/305.11ft
With exterior styling by Michael Leach and interiors from Reymond Langton Design, superyacht LADY S (ex.PROJECT 814) has a glass-bottomed swimming pool, a basketball court and gym to keep themselves fit while away from port. Relaxation is just as important and guests have a spa centre offering a sauna and steam room in addition to the Duplex IMAX cinema.
Spectacular Feadship superyacht LADY S
ARTEFACT – Nobiskrug – 80m/262.5ft
Few details have yet been revealed about superyacht ARTEFACT (ex.PROJECT 790) from Nobiskrug, other than she features in the interior and exterior styling of Reymond Langton Design and Gregory C. Marshall respectively and is one of the first luxury yachts built to the new environmental IMO Tier III emissions regulations.
ARTEFACT superyacht by Nobiskrug – rendering
Cutting-edge additions also include a Dynamic Positioning System (DPS) that allows M/Y ARTEFACT to hold position without dropping anchor in environmentally sensitive regions, and solar panels are used to charge the battery systems for less reliance on fuels.
BOLD – Silver Yachts – 85m/278.10ft
From Australian shipbuilder Silver Yachts comes superyacht BOLD, designed by critically-acclaimed Espen Oeino along with the in-house team.
BOLD (ex Silver Loft) render
As well as environmentally friendly credentials, M/Y BOLD has a helipad and an impressive top speed of 28 knots for her size, plus a trans-Atlantic range of 5,000 nautical miles cruising at 18 knots.
DRAGON – Columbus Yachts – 79.9m/262.1ft
At launch, superyacht DRAGON became the latest flagship for Columbus yachts. The onboard features include a sundeck counter-current swimming pool with a hydro-massage area separated by a waterfall, a beach club that has fold-down side-terraces and a private Owner’s deck with its own en-suite bedroom.
Motor yacht DRAGON
EXCELLENCE – Abeking & Rasmussen – 80m/262.5ft
Abeking & Rasmussen is another European shipyard known for keeping their builds secret until they launch or premiere in the international stage, but what is known about luxury yacht EXCELLENCE is that she has a reverse bow and a ‘silhouette comparable to a spaceship’ for a superstructure unique on the market.
EXCELLENCE mega yacht of 80 metres launched by Abeking and Rasmussen – Photo © DrDuu
Curved floor-to-ceiling mirrored glass gives guests panoramic views from the inside whilst ensuring guest privacy, particularly around the Master suite which has 180-degree views. Other onboard features include a swimming pool, Jacuzzi and beach club, all benefiting from the interior and exterior styling of Winch Design.
CRN 135 – 79m/259.2ft
Built by CRN Yachts with exterior and interiors styling from Zuccon International Project and Laura Sessa Design respectively, superyacht CRN 135 spans five decks and provides a great balance between indoor and outdoor living. She sleeps 12 guests across six en-suite staterooms, with a large crew of 39 for impressive parties and exceptional adventures the world over.
CRN 135 superyacht launched
SYZYGY 818 – Feadship – 77.3m/253.5ft
Motor yacht SYZYGY 818 will be accompanying luxury yacht LADY S to the Monaco Yacht Show from the Feadship yard, and although she may not be as commanding in size, 77 metres is nothing to ignore. De Voogt Naval Architects, Sinot Exclusive Yacht Design and Jarkko Jamsen – Aivan worked on her naval architecture, interior styling and exteriors respectively, all leading to another exceptional high-quality build.
Feadship Project 818 – motor yacht SYZYGY – Photo credit Feadship
Classic elements are blended with modern styling such as her plumb bow to create an iconic design that will become a comfortable home on the water for her cruising Owners.
ATTILA – Sanlorenzo – 64m/210.8ft
This 2019 launch became the flagship of the Sanlorenzo yard and luxury yacht ATTILA is worthy of this prestigious title – onboard amenities include a spacious beach club with a massage room, sauna and hammam, a gym, swimming pool, touch-n-go helipad, a sundeck Jacuzzi and a whirlpool tub off the Master suite.
Sanlorenzo 64Steel superyacht ATTILA
The crowning feature is an indoor barbeque beside the formal dining area, the installation of which required an advanced smoke removal system and A60 fireproof stainless steel.
AURORA BOREALIS – Amels – 67.1m/220.2ft
A superyacht named after the Northern Lights is sure to treat illumination as an important aspect, and motor yacht AURORA BOREALIS (ex.PROJECT WAKA) has full-height windows and an earthy palette from Winch Design for relaxation and entertaining day and night. Guests arriving by tender can rest in the beach club the moment they get on board, and the sundeck skylounge has a bar and plenty of plush seating to watch the sunset in style.
AURORA BOREALIS superyacht
She has an extensive cruising range of 5,000 nautical miles with a cruising speed of 12.5 knots and a maximum speed of 17 knots.
SEVERIN°S – Baglietto – 55m/180ft
This highly desirable contemporary luxury yacht Severin°s has all the best design features Italian shipyard Baglietto is known for: Extensive outdoor areas dedicated to sunbathing and relaxation, a generous beach club and everything needed for hosting private parties in remote locations – or simply indulging a small group of friends and family.
Motor yacht SEVERIN°S
The exterior styling comes from award-winning Francesco Paszkowski who also collaborated with Margherita Casprini on the interiors. For those who find it hard to get away from work or want to extend their time in the sunshine, there is a private office attached to the Master suite. After a day relishing the water toys collection along pristine shores, the group can treat aching muscles in the beach club spa massage room, or cool off in the sundeck swimming pool.
RACE – Riva – 50m/164ft
Built as a semi-custom yacht for her Owner, all-aluminium superyacht RACE is a sleek and stylish vessel in gunmetal grey and silver. The considerable outdoor areas ensure that guests spend as much time outdoors as possible connecting to their environment. The main deck, upper deck, foredeck and sundeck all have plush sofas and sunbeds, and the forward sundeck Jacuzzi is perfect for wallowing with a cocktail while taking in the panoramic views.
Toute Sweet – Sanlorenzo – 52m/170.6ft
M/Y TOUTE SWEET is a Sanlorenzo 52 Steel hull designed for privacy, with high bulwarks for the foredeck and sundeck where there is plenty of seating and sunbathing space. The latter deck hosts a Jacuzzi and wet bar for entertaining at all times of the day and the once guests retreat to the air-conditioned interiors, the sumptuous modern accommodation will ensure that everyone is ready for the following day’s adventure.
VIDA – Heesen – 55m/180.5ft
Superyacht VIDA (ex.PROJECT ANTARES, YN 18455) from Heesen was eagerly anticipated as her 2019 launch approached, and she will no doubt have a following at the Monaco Yacht Show.
VIDA superyacht
The shipyard has a prestigious reputation when it comes to quality living spaces and engineering, and this is once again established aboard VIDA which has interior and exterior styling from critically acclaimed Margherita Casprini and Francesco Paszkowski. Built to the new IMO Tier III regulations, she is also capable of crossing the Atlantic with a range of 4,500 nautical miles.
PAPA – Amels – 55m/180.5ft
Motor yacht PAPA (a.k.a.HULL 173) is a part of the Limited Editions series from Amels – a range that has the capacity to host up to 50 guests quayside in addition to a sundeck Jacuzzi, a spacious beach club, storage for water toys, a Master suite with a private lounge and four more sumptuous cabins for up to 10 guests… indeed everything that makes for a great luxury charter yacht.
M/Y PAPA distinguishes herself by having status as an Approved RYA Water Sports Centre, a steam room, a grand piano in the skylounge and the naval architecture and interior styling talents of Tim Heywood and Laura Sessa.
JOY RIDER – Damen – 46m/151ft
A freshly-launched DAMEN Yacht Support vessel, measuring 46 metres and offering excellent storage on board. She is the ideal yacht for an owner that loves adventure and voyages into the remote areas of the world. The yacht is equipped with a great selection of toys and other fantastic amenities and has comfortable deluxe accommodation.
DAMEN YS4508 JOY RIDER
