The 27 must-see new yachts at the 2016 Monaco Yacht Show

It’s that time of year again, when the most notable superyacht launches of the year converge in the Mediterranean yachting mecca of Monaco. We’ve curated only the most innovative and interesting yachts from the top builders – be sure to find your way on board during the 2016 Monaco Yacht Show.

1. Amore Mio

A beach house on the sea was the brief for 45 metre Heesen superyacht Amore Mio, whose owners chose to remove the spa pool to make room on the sundeck for yoga. This yacht is packed with water toys, clever storage and innovations, such as self-deploying man overboard devices. She stands out on the water with a blunt-nosed bow and sharp lines by Omega Architects.

The first hull from Dutch yard Moonen’s new Matica semi-custom line, Bijoux features a convertible transom, which can fold out to create a spacious beach club. This 29.90 metre displacement yacht features interiors by Adam Lay Studio and was built for a highly experienced owner who plans to use her to explore the Caribbean.

Commissioned by a serial superyacht owner, Domani is a 45 metre displacement yacht that was launched by Benetti in April. Visitors to the Monaco Yacht Show will hope to learn more about her Carlo Galeazzi interiors, details of which have been closely guarded. Key features include an enclosable sky lounge, owner’s balcony and accommodation for ten guests split across five suites.

The Turkish built Giaola-Lu is heading to Monaco this year to show off the fine craftsmanship of Bilgin Yachts. Her Mexican owner specified a high-tech interior for this 46.8 metre yacht, including smartphone controls for the Harman Kardon sound system, curtains, air conditioning, lighting, televisions and security cameras.

The first hull in Otam’s custom range, Gipsy has a layout by Tommaso Spadolini that measures 35.2 metres and makes excellent use of her volume. The upper deck is entirely dedicated to the owner, freeing up the main deck for a 40 square metre saloon with movie theatre and full-beam dining room and galley with 25 square metre larder. The lower deck has four VIP cabins, all with en suites.

Light-filled interiors are all but assured in the new Admiral C Force 50 Ouranos thanks to its unique superstructure featuring huge glazing, glass bulwarks and vertical windows along the main-deck master suite. The exterior by Uniellè Yacht Design has a bold, geometric feel and she can reach a top speed of 17 knots.

Built by the Italian Sea Group for an experienced owner, the Admiral E Motion 55 Quinta Essentia has a high-tech hybrid propulsion system for silent, eco-friendly performance.

Each deck is dedicated to unwinding – a spa on the lower deck, large pool with waterfall on the main, indoor/outdoor main saloon on the upper, and gym and spa bath on the top. A snazzy paint job brings out her exterior lines by Dobroserdov Design.

Silver and sporty, Sara Star is Mondomarine’s first 60 metre and its new flagship. She marks the first in a new series of fast, innovative yachts from the Italian builder — ranging between 41.5 metres and 60 metres. Styled inside and out by Luca Dini, this all-aluminium yacht runs at a top speed of 21 knots.

Custom built for American owner Bill Duker, 70 metre Sybaris was designed to be iconic. She is the second-largest Perini Navi yet, and with a hull by Philippe Briand, carbon fibre rig and immense 3,000 square metre sail plan she will be a likely contender on the regatta racecourse.

Launched earlier this year as the fourth hull in the Wally Ace series, Wally Casa will be attending this year’s Monaco Yacht Show. This 27.33 metre superyacht was commissioned by an American owner and features interiors that were developed by Wally Yachts in collaboration with Luca Bassani Design.