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Fossati Design Bureau

The 30.61-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9026" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zout30.61m (100'5&quot;)Maiora2022">Zout</a> is on the market with Mathieu Bardon of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2529" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Worth Avenue Yachts (Company)">Worth Avenue Yachts</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309713/image/large-9b800e81abae952656f28c7af775d703.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309713">Delivered by her Italy-based shipyard in 2022, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> features exterior design created by collaborative forces <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2116" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quartostile (Company)">Quartostile</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora</a>, interiors penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5047" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fossati Design Bureau (Company)">Fossati Design Bureau</a>, and naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309714/image/large-d7e58df1dd712fdd8951fe3acd0b6b7f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309714">At a volume of 198 GT, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> contains a five stateroom layout that is capable of hosting as many as 12 guests, while five crew members can also be accommodated across three crew cabins. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309717/image/large-c9479e52dff09e466262299f6adb4c90.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309717">With a beam of 7.49-metres, the yacht includes an array of activities for unwinding, indoor and outdoor dining, and socialising, thanks to her sauna and expansive sundeck with a table and lounge area.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309726/image/large-8d32537855ab822796262edd8b125ba2.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309726">Inside, the vessel’s floor-to-ceiling windows bathe the indoor spaces with natural light and captivating views, reminding those onboard that the dreamy ocean is never far. Furthermore, those seeking closer contact to the surrounding waterscape can take advantage of the garage which can store a tender up to 6.2-metres in length.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309729/image/large-290cac6f81a585392670ac55b13dbe03.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309729">Accommodation-wise, twin and double staterooms, each complete with ensuite bathrooms for optimal comfort, can be found on the lower deck. The pervasive use of metallic materials and cool-toned, neutral shades of grey pave the way for a harmonious, tranquil stay onboard.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309720/image/large-fd785812367bbd31f6c4343baeb20f64.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309720">As for the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/zout/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Zout for sale</a>’s saloon, electric blue accents create a radiant, wistfully nautical undertone, while a fresh, white sofa and dark wood floors ensure a sense of timeless elegance. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309716/image/large-db2ee4c3599d165736e610f9d1b20f1b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309716"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309715/image/large-3637db9e9c61d052daa187c65f6b014a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309715">Performance-wise, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/maiora/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Maiora yacht for sale</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines that propel her to a comfortable cruising speed of 23 knots as well as a top speed of 27 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/309728/image/large-26018cc73cafb73bb988106d7342468d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/309728">

31m Maiora yacht Zout on the market 

The 30.61-metre Maiora motor yacht Zout is on the market with Mathieu Bardon of Worth Avenue Yachts. 


31m Maiora motor yacht Zout on the market 

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The 30.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9026" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zout30.6m (100'5&quot;)Maiora2021">Zout</a>, previously named&nbsp;Gulu II, has just entered the market. She presents a unique opportunity for prospective buyers to acquire a yacht in immaculate condition.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217614/image/large-ea41f224eeea81d38dfda834a9ba5d77.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217614">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> has a grp hull and grp superstructure. She features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2116" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quartostile (Company)">Quartostile</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora</a>, while her interior was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5047" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fossati Design Bureau (Company)">Fossati Design Bureau</a>, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora</a>. Up to 12 guests are accommodated on board the superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9026" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zout30.6m (100'5&quot;)Maiora2021">Zout</a>, and she also has accommodation for five crew members including the captain.<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/zout" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title=""><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217622/image/large-6b70fd16c41caf7e98cd97ec4f6c9a70.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217622"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217622/image/large-6b70fd16c41caf7e98cd97ec4f6c9a70.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217622">The yacht for sale</a> showcases an exquisitely designed saloon where the focal point is the luxurious, large-shaped sofa that envelops the meticulously crafted marble coffee table. With an abundance of natural light pouring through the expansive windows, the space emanates a serene and inviting atmosphere, providing the perfect setting for the owner and guests to unwind, socialise, and indulge in moments of relaxation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217612/image/large-5e47668a6448c7cc4f37859d40e836e4.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217612"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217606/image/large-18aa20f65be3cea34d65461971791692.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217606"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217607/image/large-85f615bff232f220db3a583ef7e8b966.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217607">The practicality of the spacious interior design seamlessly transitions to the exterior spaces, resulting in a harmonious and functional environment throughout the yacht. The expansive aft deck, adorned with a combination of relaxed and formal seating options, provides an ideal setting for enjoying the company of others.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217623/image/large-7fd56a95429ce594bab91adea06a0716.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217623"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217609/image/large-8da80a03518308263f1417ecc4fd2159.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217609">Additional notable features of the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/maiora/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> encompass the master suite, exquisitely adorned with rich, dark-toned wooden panelling on the walls. A large window graces the room, bathing the space in lovely views and inviting natural light to create a serene ambiance.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217615/image/large-ad32593540bc9b7354a0f387f2f3be5b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217615">Performance wise, <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/zout" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">the Maiora yacht for sale</a> has twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines, which give her a cruising speed of 23 knots and a top speed of 27 knots. The yacht carries 13,150 litres of fuel onboard, and 2,800 litres of water.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/217617/image/large-724006cad9d350624681280a7a11c6dc.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/217617">

31m Maiora motor yacht Zout enters the market

The 30.6-metre Maiora motor yacht Zout enters the market

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This week, the Italian shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora</a> launched the new 30.6-metre yacht&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9026" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulu II30.6m (100'5&quot;)Maiora2020">Gulu II&nbsp;</a>as the yard’s latest addition to its Maiora 30 Convertible range. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/181544/image/large-3de799e54e47cfbda5277967dcc7f180.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/181544">With an in-house exterior design, the yacht’s interiors have been developed under <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5047" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fossati Design Bureau (Company)">Fossati Design Bureau</a> in collaboration with the yard and the yacht’s European owner. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/181545/image/large-976b599d12096da5017367b060ede4fb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/181545">The aptly-named model features a sky lounge with lateral, openable windows and a stern pocket door, which can switch from a closed and private space to an open-aired area with direct connection to the outside spaces on board.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/181551/image/large-c7a9abbdd4ad748ba99d9bbe014bf832.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/181551"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/181550/image/large-29056d6bb4744614bbf06ba24b3584fe.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/181550"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/181549/image/large-b311f33b31e6a7765a86f03c1763d8bd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/181549">She can hold nine guests spaced over four cabins and serviced by a crew of five. On the launch, the owner says, “We are a family of five and have spent more than forty years on the Mediterranean sea in privately-owned yachts, and we found in Francesco Guidetti [Gruppo Fipa president], with his shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora</a>, the perfect partner to create a new yacht for our family.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/181548/image/large-d6ff04e1f881cc550aa56aa4fcb889ca.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/181548"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/181547/image/large-63c6b7d96a08f02e412c2fa692b3fe05.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/181547"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/181546/image/large-c27d5969a9288c3b258a06a1b224905a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/181546"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9026" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulu II30.6m (100'5&quot;)Maiora2020">Gulu II</a>’s tender garage is home to a 6-metre tender and the nearby engine room houses twin MTU 16V2000M96L 2,600hp each that are able to reach a maximum and stable speed of over 28 knots with the added comfort of her stabiliser fins.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/9026" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Gulu II30.6m (100'5&quot;)Maiora2020">Gulu II&nbsp;</a>is the latest model to be presented by Gruppo Fipa and joins another three new models from the yard this year, including the AB 80 and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora&nbsp;</a>30 Walk-around.

Launch: Maiora’s 30m yacht Gulu II

Maoira shipyard launches the 30m monohull yacht Gulu II, the latest addition to its Maiora 30 Convertible range.

Maiora launches 30m Convertible yacht Gulu II

The 30.46-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora</a> yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7598" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Taboo of the Seas30.5m (100'1&quot;)Maiora2019">Taboo of the Seas</a> has been delivered to her owner. She’s a flybridge motor yacht from the new <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora</a> 30 WalkAround series and will be on display at this year’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/35" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cannes Yachting Festival - 2019">Cannes Yachting Festival</a> and at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/34" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2019">Monaco Yacht Show</a>.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/96737/image/large-b0df0fae6373552ab74b0d68fb672d87.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96737"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7598" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Taboo of the Seas30.5m (100'1&quot;)Maiora2019">Taboo of the Seas</a> features in-house naval architecture and an exterior design by the Massarossa-based shipyard, while her interior comes from the drawing boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5047" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fossati Design Bureau (Company)">Fossati Design Bureau</a>. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/96734/image/large-9faa79849600283c4a0487a221321f35.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96734">The interior style brings to mind a bright and sober environment, with custom tinted oak serving as the main design theme. She also features white leather and matte brass inlays for a touch of warm neutrals onboard, with large windows allowing for abundant natural light to flood the room.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/96735/image/large-9d9da13d5cdf8011bd026ef764ba02a7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96735">The main deck, in particular, is a place to be, boasting a bright saloon with large sofas, a chaise longue, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table seating up to 10 guests.&nbsp;The main deck is also home to the master stateroom, designed to offer a spectacular view of the sea. The master stateroom also includes a bathroom with a double sink and a vanity which can turn into a desk. A second, full-beam owner’s stateroom is located on the lower deck and boasts a generous bathroom with a double sink and walk-in closet. Two more guest staterooms on either side of the yacht come complete with en-suite bathrooms and wardrobes.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/96810/image/large-6336172ede1eb3ad0bc3fd9d0d9526e8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96810">The 30.46-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7598" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Taboo of the Seas30.5m (100'1&quot;)Maiora2019">Taboo of the Seas</a> also features a walk-around flybridge, which gives the model its name, for an obstacle-free use of the flybridge’s surface of approximately 110 square metres. The entire sundeck can be used for sunbathing, lounging or hosting an exclusive party - a sure success with the custom-built hot tub and professional bar. Guests can also enjoy the sunbeds which are located on the bow.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/96740/image/large-d2cbf444d5399164670fbe7a7642e407.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96740"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7598" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Taboo of the Seas30.5m (100'1&quot;)Maiora2019">Taboo of the Seas</a> comes equipped with a garage capable of accommodating a 4.20-metre tender.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/96736/image/large-4a4de41f8712ba1b82851f4877c6f2b0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96736">This <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora</a> 30 yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7598" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Taboo of the Seas30.5m (100'1&quot;)Maiora2019">Taboo of the Seas</a> is supplied with two diesel-electric generators and is propelled by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">CAT</a> C32 Acert engines, giving her a combined power of 3850hp with which she can reach a top speed of up to 25 knots and cruise at 22 knots.

30m Maiora yacht Taboo of the Seas delivered

The 30-metre Maiora yacht Taboo of the Seas from the Maiora 30 WalkAround series has been delivered to her owner. Find out more on SYT.

30m Maiora superyacht Taboo of the Seas delivered

Superyacht designer Umberto Fossati hails from the vibrant northern Italian city of Turin. In this former royal capital of Italy, firmly rooted past traditions blend with the dynamism of industry, creating a unique cosmopolitan metropolis. Spending most of his spare time in the antique and interior design family business located in this same city, the young Fossati soon developed a taste for fine arts and antique furniture which would inform his future career, with a particular interest in pieces which have a history to tell.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/83299/image/large-149b2692574dd2b1eba42c3389411f0a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/83299">After sharpening his eye for detail through his architectural and interior design studies at the universities of Turin and Milan respectively, Fossati cut his teeth designing luxury interiors for Italian studios before working at two yacht builders in Viareggio to complete his education.&nbsp;Following his shipyard experiences, Fossati decided to start his own firm, beginning with a superyacht interior design project developed directly for the owner of the 55-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2496" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galileo G55.2m (181'1&quot;)Perini Navi2011">Galileo G</a> built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Picchiotti (Company)">Picchiotti.</a> Since then, Fossati has developed an impressive design portfolio, including the 39.67-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/284" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CBI Navi (Company)">CBI Navi</a>-built <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5931" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stella di Mare39.67m (130'2&quot;)CBI Navi2018">Stella di Mare&nbsp;</a>which was delivered last summer. Catching a breath at this year’s Versilia Yachting Rendezvous, SYT finds out what’s next for this distinctively Italian designer. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/83300/image/large-aaf393da9a78dc9cc7cf5e43dc006993.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/83300"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/80774/image/large-7e15f4c2e230fa83b6106e1e7161f14f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/80774">First off, talk me through the inspiration behind the interior design of the&nbsp;Maiora 30m&nbsp;which is <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/first-look-at-maiora-30-yacht">under construction</a> and will be delivered this summer.&nbsp;As with all of our projects, we always start from a blank piece of paper and an empty mind. Our immediate focus is on the person who will have to spend his time on board, understanding how he lives, what his habits are, how he dresses and so on.&nbsp;After the first meeting with the owner, we immediately asked him for some images that would represent him: not of yachts, but pictures of his house and so on and created a mood board from this. We finalised the windows in collaboration with the shipyard and created the interior architecture which was a re-interpretation of 1970s period style. The interior design is full of details that, at the first view, do not take up too much attention, with a colour connection between them: lacquered wood, leather, oak wood - always with the same nuance and using thin and elegant brass inlays.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/80773/image/large-9fa68e0c98dbfddb54ea0d9d176f1979.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/80773"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/80772/image/large-d85199cee96277c02ba454d1551f6ae1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/80772">The client has an international background which helped us to motivate him towards a more contemporary and fresh style, never losing the elegance, but losing the feeling of heaviness which can be present in some designs. As an example, the only glossy finishing we have on board is found on the lateral ceilings in all of the areas close to the windows with reflections coming in from the exterior scenery.&nbsp; <img src="/uploads/store/photo/81622/image/large-9f15b4029c5585b0f94485b63cbdf38d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/81622"> What was your relationship with the owner like on this project? We met for the first time during the last <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/13" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2018">Monaco Yacht Show&nbsp;</a>on board <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news#managed-by-system">Stella di Mare&nbsp;</a>(our most recently-delivered interior project built by <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news#managed-by-system">CBI Navi)</a> and talked about his vision for this project. We immediately feel comfortable with each other and it was his first boat that he ordered. We do not meet many times during the project development or construction due to his busy schedule working all around around the world, but we were always in touch by phone or email and easily understood each other even when issues arose. Our way of working has definitely flowed well.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/80767/image/large-03d3deff397078c493c2fa38d980cb3a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/80767">What are some of the trends you have noticed in superyacht design?&nbsp;The superyacht design world is full of trends and these always change much more slowly than in the automotive or residential building world (with which we are also fully involved as a studio). Yacht concepts and designs often follow the trends of car design for the exteriors and residential trends for the furniture and interiors.&nbsp;One trend is to take out as much natural wood as possible from the onboard bulkhead covering, opting for leather, 3D coverings and so on. The thought behind it is to create not a yacht interior but something as close as possible to a villa or apartment. Nowadays, in general, the owners are younger, more international and confident about living all around the world. The knowledge they have about the yacht design world is deeper than in past years. It is not enough to give them something showy. They are looking for something easier and lighter, with less maintenance and that can be enjoyed in a short time with less preparation and difficulties. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/80769/image/large-85a97ee3c34c956b1dcb9f1c1fbb328a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/80769">In addition, there is definitely a loss of formalism which is resulting in the onboard spaces changing. Superyacht interiors are no longer closed off or separated from the exterior spaces in order to achieve privacy but are fully transparent, making it possible to connect all of the interior and exterior spaces. Today it is a must to have full windows, an extendible balcony and so on. We have already seen some superyacht projects with these concepts: transparent bulkheads, open galley to the dining or saloons, the wheelhouse opened to the foyer and so on.Connectivity and continuity of view are some of the top priorities now. In the interior division, owners do not want to have double areas which have the same principal uses as this is lost space. In the residential world, bathrooms and galleys used to be areas which you would hide, but now, as in yachting, these are areas which are shown to guests with pride.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/80768/image/large-4104e54b22b2a7e45f61356af3575896.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/80768"> What has been the most memorable project you have worked on and why? One project where we definitely didn’t follow fashion in the design was<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2496" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galileo G55.2m (181'1&quot;)Perini Navi2011">&nbsp;Galileo G&nbsp;</a>(built by <a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news#managed-by-system">Picchiotti</a>/<a href="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/news#managed-by-system">Perini Nav</a>i) where we were involved directly by the owner, Silvio Scaglia. He comes from a sailing yacht background and he asked us to develop a ‘gentleman’s yacht’ interior to be both aesthetically and functionally comfortable during his plan to <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/the-road-less-travelled-galileo-g" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">cross the world by sea.</a> The amazing exterior design is by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/53" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Philippe Briand Ltd. (Company)">Philippe Briand</a> and follows the same elegance that the client wanted for his interior.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/77656/image/large-4a5908c35ef2306b186aef379fde4d1d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77656">We developed the interior with mahogany using semi-matte finishing, an all-around bulkhead, and gave a contemporary touch to the ceiling which was striped in slats. The foundation of the project was based on the past experiences of the sea which clients had enjoyed before and that we wanted to bring on board. It was less a design project, but more like a coordinated effort, taking into account his itinerary, from which the interior design styling began.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/77653/image/large-cb34e8c15d97c0c3a0628e3874b90531.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77653"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/77650/image/large-cf084e40d35ba991f889d964aa849bd5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/77650">Name some of your favourite materials to work with as an interior designer&nbsp; We love to use natural materials which are characterised by imperfection. It is this which makes them alive. We always start from these materials and then we develop the concept through inlays and details. For example, we love using stones instead of marble exactly for that reason because they are cut and cleaned but and not polished.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/50728/image/large-c93522720e39a694ae203226574b4cf4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50728">The finishing we opt for in general is matte or semi-matte, leaving some glossy touches to enlighten some details or inlays, but in general, we always connect materials and finishing together with gradient scale for a soft effect and avoid any dramatic effects. A clear example of this strategy is our project&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5931" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stella di Mare39.67m (130'2&quot;)CBI Navi2018">Stella di Mare&nbsp;</a>that has absolutely nothing shiny or glossy on board. It is this natural and smooth effect that makes it so inviting to get on board. &nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/50767/image/large-d265487ee3183100d0d186d77548cfe5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50767"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/50797/image/large-9e4c11b091e136165b06607bbc86d628.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50797">What does 'luxury' mean in superyacht design?Today the meaning of luxury has changed. Years ago, it was all about materials and branding. We can see now that the name is not enough and materials are no longer the basis behind luxury. Today clients are looking for the real “tailor-made” finish, the real “bespoke” which is seen as a unique piece with no possibility to be replicated. Clients prefer the certainty of quality than the name of the brand.&nbsp;Custom products also give the possibility to personalize everything, from materials, finishing, design but also on space management. Space and time offer a great portion of the meaning of luxury today. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/50771/image/large-47bda705fc6f7896eec666e618b2fd51.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50771"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/80781/image/large-f30e4c362e4e554e78c099a59124e362.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/80781">How do you balance this luxury with environmental awareness?It is an issue for all of those who are involved in the residential world. We already know that about 70% of the materials we use are eco-friendly, being natural materials and not synthetic but is difficult to obtain a full result for the background work we have in our varnishing and painting and so on. We have been able to convince clients to also use natural finishings, but it is not always easy for us to match all of our projects to these materials. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/83436/image/large-1124be7c3007a46b260d2098b21a759d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/83436"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/83431/image/large-f749696be4bd3c4e113bf8334b728d17.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/83431">What else do you have on your drawing boards?&nbsp;We have developed the interiors of the 35-metre model <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora</a> 34 Exuma which is under construction, together with the<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">&nbsp;Maiora&nbsp;</a>Style Centre, and we are currently developing a 23-metre with the shipyard. We also have the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/284" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CBI Navi (Company)">CBI Navi&nbsp;</a>48-metre Voyager concept and the 84-metre Cook concept.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/80779/image/large-eb99086bf1674337b3876adbbb2d2f27.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/80779"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/83429/image/large-b9bf7fb4ff21ac1eb217832871de0b3b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/83429">In addition, we have also designed the interiors for a 57-metre explorer concept and we have a new client for a 30-35-metre motor yacht, so watch this space!&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/83419/image/large-93f11ccb2957cfc79ab325c9845e3683.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/83419"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/83421/image/large-3ca9fded456dbba3886ad960d3c4a282.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/83421">

Talking all things superyacht interior design with Umberto Fossati 

SYT talks all things superyacht interior design with Fossati Design Bureau founder Umberto Fossati 

Eco-aware and luxurious: behind the drawing board with Umberto Fossati 

The Italian yard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora</a> has unveiled its latest model under construction: the 30.5-metre Maiora 30 Walk-Around yacht. With delivery expected in Summer 2019, she will make her debut appearance at <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cannes Yachting Festival - 2019">Cannes Yachting Festival</a>, followed by the <a href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2019">Monaco Yacht Show</a>. Featuring naval architecture and exterior designs by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora</a>, the Italian shipyard collaborated closely with Centro Stile Maiora and the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2116" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Quartostile (Company)">Quartostile</a> design studio to develop a model that maintains the stylistic lines unique to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/536" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maiora (Company)">Maiora</a> motor yachts.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/80774/image/large-7e15f4c2e230fa83b6106e1e7161f14f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/80774">Registered as a yacht under 24-metres, the Maiora 30 Walk-Around has an overall length of 30.5 metres and a width of 7.50 metres, making her the largest yacht in her category. Following the Maiora 36, the first yacht to be completed as part of the NewSeries which launched in 2018, Maiora 30’s internal volume and external space have been maximised to make her dimensions comparable to those of a 35-metre yacht.&nbsp;Designed by the Turin-based studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5047" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fossati Design Bureau (Company)">Fossati Design Bureau</a>, the Maiora 30 Walk-Around showcases interior designs that perfectly reflect the owner’s desire for a bright and sober ambience with a touch of warmth and hospitality. The materials combine white brushed oak for the main covering with leather doors and ceilings, harmonised by matt brass inserts.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/80773/image/large-9fa68e0c98dbfddb54ea0d9d176f1979.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/80773">2.15-metre tall windows allow profuse sunlight to flood the interior, brightening the space up and allowing guests to enjoy the view from indoors. The main deck provides space to comfortably seat up to 10 guests in the dining area, although guests can also choose to lounge in the airy saloon, large sofa area or chaise longue.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/80769/image/large-85a97ee3c34c956b1dcb9f1c1fbb328a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/80769">Across her four cabins, the Maiora 30 Walk-Around can sleep up to nine guests. The master suite, situated on the main deck, has been strategically designed to allow the owner to enjoy the spectacular view from the comfort of their bed and contains a vanity which can alternatively be converted into a desk, and an en-suite bathroom with twin sinks.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/80772/image/large-d85199cee96277c02ba454d1551f6ae1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/80772"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/80771/image/large-9c78bada155e5e217c0abea5562db053.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/80771"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/80767/image/large-03d3deff397078c493c2fa38d980cb3a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/80767">The owner’s second full-beam stateroom, located on the lower deck, comes completed with an en-suite and spacious wardrobes. Two further guest cabins, also equipped with en-suite bathrooms and wardrobes, can also transform the area into a four-cabin layout, with two VIP cabins and two guest cabins.&nbsp;Up to five crew members can be accommodated on board the Maiora 30 Walk-Around. To provide guests with utmost privacy, the crew can access the galley from a separate entrance which also leads to the lower deck.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/81621/image/large-0e0803d9147eb74e57ef8d27a60f7ff1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/81621">The Maiora 30 Walk-Around provides abundant space for guests to relax on the optimised ‘walk-around’ flybridge which is completely open to the bow and accessible without doors or steps, thus seamlessly blending the aft area of the flybridge with the bow. The sun deck comprises a sunbathing area and dining space as well as a custom-built hot tub at the stern of the yacht alongside a bar and a dining table for up to 10 people.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/81622/image/large-9f15b4029c5585b0f94485b63cbdf38d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/81622">In addition, a garage is located aft and is capable of housing a 4.20-metre tender. To guarantee easy access on board to all guests using wheelchairs or strollers, the ‘easy access’ solution provides an entrance through the saloon where the owner’s cabin can also be reached.&nbsp;Equipped with double diesel-fuelled <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> C32 Acert engines, the Maiora 30 Walk-Around reaches a maximum speed of 25 knots and cruises at 22 knots with a range of 1,150 nautical miles at 10 knots. Thanks to her efficient hull and dynamic stabilisation system - two active stabilising fins which comprise an electric actuation and ‘zero speed’ function - maximum onboard comfort is guaranteed when cruising or at anchor.

A first look at the Maiora 30 yacht

Italian shipyard Maiora reveals its latest model under construction: the 30.5-metre Maiora 30 yacht. 

First look: Maiora 30 superyacht revealed

At just under 40 metres overall and 430GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5931" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stella di Mare39.67m (130'2&quot;)">Stella di Mare</a> was among the smaller custom superyachts at the Monaco Yacht Show. But small can be beautiful and a tour on board soon revealed her true vocation as a steel and aluminium passagemaker designed to the exacting requirements of her experienced Italian owners.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/50717/image/large-c8e01bbdc218f8e7e96dc4407d128852.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50717"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/50719/image/large-568b0f04f5a8cb6b51b0cd6fe32f772b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50719">"Our intention was to create a connection between three family generations, starting from the first of 75 years old to the last of 7 years old," says the senior owner’s son.&nbsp;“We wanted a yacht of substance and real value, not just a fashion statement or status symbol.”<img src="/uploads/store/photo/50721/image/large-8d95dde31b1af45f244829e93f541598.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50721">The family had previously owned a Darwin 96’ (Cantiere delle Marche), but as they spend up to four months on board each year they wanted more interior volume and storage space, not least because next year they are planning a trip to the Arctic Circle. This required a rugged yet comfortable, long-range explorer adapted to colder climates and able to be autonomous for weeks at a time. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/50764/image/large-6a2d60c2d463e128b070743a55082242.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50764"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/50798/image/large-682cb68be2c717b068978c37cf6bd9db.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50798">&nbsp;They approached HydroTec for the naval architecture and exterior design, and Fossati Design Bureau for the interior styling. Construction began at Mondomarine in Savona in early 2015, but when the shipyard ran into financial difficulties last year the project was relocated to CBI Navi in Viareggio for completion. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/50815/image/large-df9a68543c9129c8ab63d4a020652731.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50815"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/50773/image/large-ebad72a2935e5c3d8fec7acf157743b3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50773">Like her purposeful exterior styling, the interior design is classical and low-key yet also fresh and tastefully Italian. The principal wood is warm walnut, cut variously to expose the flame pattern and densely striped grain, and tinted cherry with wenge inserts for the flooring. Walnut tends to darken over time and this was taken into account when specifying the soft furnishings and accessories. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/50770/image/large-4337ab38b90e82adbf44cfba56bd196c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50770"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/50766/image/large-818f1da3fe405e9eb3f853948ac01064.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50766">All the veneers are satin finished and the only metal detailing is a hint of brushed bronze to complement the dark-wood joinery and custom-tinted leather from Royal Leather. Instead of marble for the wet surfaces in the bathrooms and dayheads, the owners chose a laminated porcelain stoneware called Kerlite.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/50804/image/large-ae056f875086a629a55950b53dbb991b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50804"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/50801/image/large-f74e66cc9228165288b155a0aded4649.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50801">Although certified for 12 passengers,<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5931" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stella di Mare39.67m (130'2&quot;)">&nbsp;Stella di Mare</a> can carry 14 guests in a master suite on the forward main deck and four cabins on the lower deck. Pullman beds provide the extra berths in the twin cabins, including a children’s cabin with bunk beds that is playfully decorated with their favourite cartoon characters. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/50792/image/large-549869ae6c704d75768debd489cc4cf0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50792"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/50780/image/large-ecbce224cd062e271d49ff3103efae16.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50780"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/50775/image/large-2c68e8d66e4714e6b3159ea33dfbdfb5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50775">The bulkhead behind the dining table, custom designed by Umberto Fossati in wenge and brushed bronze, features an enormous circular map of the world by Bellerby &amp; Co, artisan creators of hand-painted maps and globes. A large globe by the same London-based company is a standout feature in the sky lounge. Antique Venetian prints from the owners’ private collection appear elsewhere on the yacht. &nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/50819/image/large-391b641c3590e94e8fb3d489d5147856.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50819"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/50817/image/large-5dd903383c25da5ec0b67258b288a534.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50817"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/50768/image/large-feb107b6b877541f09fd5fd7cc493f20.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50768">Unusually, the owners favoured manual lighting controls instead of a domotic system (though the wiring and rack space for full automation has been designed into the boat). Refreshingly, there are also just three TVs on board: one in the owner’s suite, one in the crew mess, and a giant curved screen in the sky lounge that serves as a chill-out space/media room for all the family. &nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/50753/image/large-23ad9807e682e7f7086b9b8fc7f5ea7e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50753">The practical wheelhouse, elegantly clad in marine blue leather, has a dedicated chart/radio corner and is surprisingly spacious for the size of yacht, as is the captain’s cabin fitted out to the same standard as the guest areas. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/50760/image/large-d205fe90b7f22023ebefaa63d551d7e9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50760"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/50759/image/large-4987081d624e82657a6833c50ed8204d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50759">The galley is equipped with pro-spec equipment and features an adjoining breakfast corner that the owners use for informal meals. There are high-capacity fridge/freezers both in the galley itself and on the under-lower deck (another rarity on a 40-metre yacht), along with a refrigerated garbage store and wine racks for up to 800 bottles. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/50761/image/large-7ed14991b4abc9331578e0d6394e3786.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50761">Just as important for long-range cruising is the fully ventilated laundry on the forward lower deck, which is roomy enough to take an ironing board without occupying the crew corridor.&nbsp;Shaded exterior dining is provided on all the deck levels, including the fly deck that has a well-equipped galley unit with BBQ behind the helm station. A couple of exercise machines are tucked under the radar roof and a skylight set into the deck illuminates the main stairwell below. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/50746/image/large-a3a72d6c1f4e1798ea7be4cc29b7e791.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50746"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/50740/image/large-92b452d65f76061e686c59e3dd1fe7df.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50740">Keen to make use of all the usable exterior space, a specific request of the owners was the small observation deck perched in front of the radar arch. On the foredeck is a large sunbathing area above the rescue tender garage and a cosy seating area that has been kept safely separate from the mooring station in the bow. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/50736/image/large-225a9c7a2e6b60ef5cdc21cfbb511063.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50736"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/50737/image/large-e1183cfa4fe9a4c459c4360264968cb5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50737">The guest tender, custom-built to echo the styling of the mother ship, is stowed on the upper aft deck (with a central crane so it can be launched from either side). This frees up space for a large lazarette on the lower deck to house a variety of water toys such as a Laser, Optimist and paddleboards.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/50735/image/large-f9d89159a08bc1e42d25f76530624617.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50735">The round bilge hull with a bulbous bow was CFD-optimised and tank tested to focus on fuel economy. Indeed, at a cruising speed of 10.5 knots the twin CAT C32 ACERT main engines (745kW) burn just 55 litres/hour for an effective range of 7,000nm, thanks also to the high diameter/ high-efficiency propellers. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/50763/image/large-5160c9e82711987fd86716ad3473ba57.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50763"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/50704/image/large-741a46c11d67ed8dc59eeaf918ca97c1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50704"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/50726/image/large-f009acd3a4f9ab941ab4b1bcb98fbddf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/50726">Following delivery early last summer, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5931" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stella di Mare39.67m (130'2&quot;)">Stella di Mare</a> set off on her maiden voyage in the Mediterranean, spending just four days in port during a cruise that lasted more than a month. But she also proved the designers had fulfilled her owners’ brief in more telling ways: “When the family disembarked they told me they felt completely at home as if they had owned the yacht for years,”&nbsp;says interior designer Umberto Fossati.&nbsp;“And they’re already talking about their next yacht!”

Superyacht of the Week: Stella di Mare, a star of the seas

Italian shipyard CBI Navi has announced the successfully delivery of the 39.6-metre explorer yacht Stella di Mare to her new owners in Viareggio. Following her delivery, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5931" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stella di Mare39.67m (130'2&quot;)">Stella di Mare</a> set off on a summer cruise with her European owners. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/44453/image/large-82c431d60370d55067705d7f621efa1e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/44453">Built to a RINA class, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5931" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stella di Mare39.67m (130'2&quot;)">Stella di Mare</a> exterior design and naval architecture were developed by Hydro Tec. Featuring a traditional silhouette, with a full displacement steel hull and a bulbous bow which is usual for a long-range explorer vessel, her experienced owner’s input into the project were implemented into her full custom design. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/44456/image/large-46f7c9c1693fa7c8d6c0f0994a34d4e2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/44456">Her interior design, commissioned by the owner, is by Fossati Design Bureau and incorporates high-end materials such as walnut, cherry wood, beige leather and brushed bronze. Her generous 8.6-metre beam offers plenty of space for the owner’s family, accommodating 14 guests across four staterooms on the lower deck in addition to housing the crew quarters. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/44455/image/large-30b838c3248b2b28e2e9b672424d3a97.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/44455"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5931" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stella di Mare39.67m (130'2&quot;)">Stella di Mare</a> features a formal saloon, with a double ‘L’ shaped sofa, which is linked to the dining area showcasing a custom made piece of art by Peter Bellerby &amp; Co. on the main deck. The owner’s suite, complete with an ensue bathroom and dressing room is also located on the main deck, tight with the main lobby and gallery. Her upper deck houses the family room, the captain’s cabin and wheelhouse, together with additional office space. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/44454/image/large-edb49a7f3b2345ee3cec45e0a0132436.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/44454">As for exterior areas, she features threes enclosed decks in addition to a large sundeck which is sheltered by a hardtop. Her ample flybridge offers plenty of room for freestanding sun beds, a covered space for the gym and a complete helm station. Powered by twin C32 Caterpillar engines, &nbsp;she has a top speed of 14.5 knots and a cruising speed of 10 knots, with a long range of 6,900 nm. &nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/44457/image/large-d9df6ea55f75a461a3a7ed88d34e859a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/44457"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5931" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stella di Mare39.67m (130'2&quot;)">Stella di Mare</a> is set to make her official public debut at the Monaco Yacht Show this September.

Delivered: the 40m explorer yacht Stella di Mare

Italian yard CBI Navi has announced the launch of the explorer Stella di Mare. Known by the project name of CBN45, the 39.6-metre custom vessel has been built for a European client. The project was originally contracted by Mondomarine in early 2015, however, when the shipyard ran into trouble, the project was moved in August 2017 to Viareggio for completion at the CNI Navi yard.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/39269/image/large-59b2b996010fb193a6fe356b7099e2af.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/39269">Stella di Mare&nbsp;has been built to RINA class and features exterior design by Hydro Tec who have given a contemporary feeling to a classic silhouette, with a full displacement steel hull and a bulbous bow typical for a long-range explorer vessel. The interior design is by Fossati Design Bureau, as commissioned by the owner, with her 430 GT volume spread out between generous interior spaces for the private use of her new family.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/39270/image/large-146078841d6b70f1e43b084d819b9178.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/39270"> Thanks to her beam of 8.6-metres, the interior spaces have ample space to accommodate 14 guests across four generous staterooms situated on the lower deck, with a crew of eight also housed on board. She features a formal saloon with a double 'L' shaped sofa, connected to the dining area which has its focal point on a piece of art, custom made for the vessel: a round sailing chart made by Peter Bellerby &amp; Co.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/39272/image/large-614038cb6163f46901570704ff51dc81.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/39272">As for exterior spaces, she features a fly deck of 85 square meters, an upper foredeck of 74 square metres, a cockpit main deck of 56 square metres. The front part of the main deck also includes also a comfortable space for double and “U” shaped sofas. &nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/39268/image/large-d5646e2cdcfcc18861501defcbc8307b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/39268">“The launch of Stella di Mare is a new step in the life of our shipyard, but at the same time, it is not a point of arrival. We have recently closed contracts for new yachts to be delivered in 2019 and 2020. We are glad to deliver the yacht to our client and at the same time to have the chance to present it to the market. All these new developments are making us feel optimistic for the future” ,&nbsp;commented Francesco Guidetti, director of CBI Navi. &nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/39271/image/large-5da801c7da52c7d008add66d2bd906d4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/39271">Powered by twin 1000 hp Caterpillar engines, Stella di Mare&nbsp;can achieve a maximum speed of 14 knots and a cruising speed of 10.5 knots with a long range of 6,900 nautical miles. The boat will make her debut at this year's Monaco Yacht Show.&nbsp;