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Reader’s choice: The most-read yacht reports of 2025
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“This is a yacht that is born to explore the world,” says interior designer Francesca Muzio. “Akula is very masculine from the outside, but inside you’ll find a warm, homely and very detailed vessel.” The feeling is reinforced the moment guests step inside, where a high-end mud room replaces the traditional saloon, acting as a literal and metaphorical transition between rugged exploration and refined comfort…
1. Akula: On board Rossinavi’s 59m explorer yacht built to exacting specifications
Bold, brawny and unapologetically individual, Rossinavi’s 59.4-metre Akula is an explorer yacht shaped entirely by her owners’ decades of nautical experience. Writer Risa Merl steps on board the bright-red new build to uncover a highly customised general arrangement, a sustainability-led approach to materials and propulsion and a layout that prioritises life on long, far-flung voyages. From her ice-class hull and diesel-electric propulsion to a welcoming, design-led mud room that sets the tone for adventure, Akula is a rare example of an explorer yacht that feels both purpose-built and deeply personal.
Read More/Akula: On board Rossinavi's 59m explorer built to roam the far reaches of the world2. Maverick: On board CdM’s first Flexplorer 146 with a self-service ethos
Ultra-customised for an adventure-hungry owner who prefers independence over formality, Cantiere delle Marche’s 44-metre Maverick challenges the conventions of owner-crew operation. Writer Katia Damborsky steps on board the first Flexplorer 146 to discover how a do-it-yourself philosophy shaped everything from the yacht’s asymmetrical layout and sprawling aft deck to self-service stations dotted throughout the interior. Built for long-range cruising – including ambitious plans to tackle the Northwest Passage – Maverick is less a holiday yacht and more an epic, family-focused expedition platform.
Read More/Top Gun: On board CdM's first Flexplorer 146 with a self-service themeA sneak peek…
“You wake up, you see beluga whales and you don’t want to wake the crew just to get a coffee,” says owner Tom Schröder, which explains why there is a fully equipped self-service station, complete with coffee machine, fridge and washer-dryers, situated in the master suite. It’s just one of many unconventional design decisions that reflect Maverick’s core brief: maximum freedom, flexibility and independence while exploring the furthest reaches of the world…
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“For the outside to be welcomed in, the inside has to be quiet,” explains Karagulla. That philosophy plays out in pink-tinged veneers, diffused cinematographic lighting and playful yet restrained furniture choices, creating interiors that feel luminous, tactile and calm. The result is a yacht that invites you to linger – one that prioritises atmosphere, comfort and joy over spectacle…
3. Kasper 7: On board the 67m Benetti with an interior shaped by its designer-owner
A quietly radical rethink of life on board, Benetti’s 67-metre Kasper 7 proves that impactful yacht design doesn’t need to shout. Writer Cecile Gauert steps inside this highly personal new build to discover an interior conceived by its owner, interior architect Nisrine Karagulla, where light, texture and emotion take precedence over excess. From oversized round portholes and sun-washed veneers to art-led dining spaces and pool-free decks, Kasper 7 is a relaxed, residential home on the water – and a winner at the BOAT Design & Innovation Awards 2025.
Read More/Kasper 7: How one owner/designer created something visionary for her 67m Benetti4. Platinum: On board the 78m Admiral flagship that rivals the 100m club
With complex glasswork, sculptural forms and a volume more commonly associated with much larger yachts, Admiral’s 78-metre Platinum is a flagship in every sense. Writer Katia Damborsky steps on board The Italian Sea Group’s new standard-bearer to explore an exterior defined by Igor Lobanov’s confident use of contrast and curvature, paired with interiors by Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design that balance art deco elegance with contemporary restraint. From wraparound glass balustrades and a statement main-deck infinity pool to air-conditioned exterior decks and a hidden teppanyaki bar, Platinum proves that innovation isn’t measured in metres alone.
Read More/Platinum rules: On board the 78m Admiral flagship that outclasses the 100m clubA sneak peek…
“I really pity white boats,” says exterior designer Igor Lobanov. The decision to introduce metallic grey accents across Platinum’s sculptural superstructure brings her flowing lines into sharp relief, while vast expanses of curved glass blur the boundary between inside and out. The result is a yacht that looks long, lean and endlessly sophisticated – and one that packs the features of a 100-metre-plus build into a 78-metre frame…
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“I can immediately see how this is meant to be a fun boat,” said Gauert as she stepped on board. Designed for hosting up to 14 guests at once, Hygge offers multiple social zones that can all be enjoyed simultaneously, without crowding. Add low fuel consumption, a 22-knot top speed and a name rooted in comfort and togetherness and the result is a yacht that feels as welcoming as it is capable…
5. Hygge: On board MCP Yachts’ high-volume 41m built for entertaining
High volume, long-range efficiency and a layout designed around sociability define Hygge, the 40.7-metre aluminium yacht from Brazilian builder MCP Yachts. Writer Cecile Gauert steps on board to uncover a yacht where engineering-led thinking meets relaxed, guest-focused living. Developed with Vripack and styled by Leonardo Rotsen, Hygge combines transatlantic capability, exceptional interior volume and seven guest suites with playful, highly usable deck spaces – from a glass-sided Jacuzzi and circular sunpad lounge to a beach club complete with bar, gym and sauna.
Read More/Hygge: On board Brazil's most voluminous superyacht6. Special One: Full throttle on board the world’s largest true sportfishing superyacht
Equal parts high-performance sportfisher and six-deck superyacht, the 52-metre Special One is a boundary-pushing build that redefines what a fishing yacht can be. Writer Risa Merl steps on board this Royal Huisman marvel to explore a yacht conceived by a passionate angler and engineered to perform like no other. Designed inside and out by Vripack, Special One combines a tournament-grade fishing cockpit, 30-plus-knot speeds and exceptional manoeuvrability with family-friendly living, expansive entertainment spaces and lightweight construction more commonly associated with sailing yachts.
Read More/Special One: Going full throttle on the world's largest sportfisherA sneak peek…
“She’s a sportfisher on steroids,” says her captain – and it’s hard to disagree. With a towering tuna tower, multiple mezzanine decks overlooking the cockpit and the ability to sprint from standstill to 30 knots in just 60 seconds, Special One delivers adrenaline in spades. Yet add a foredeck cinema and DJ booth, a pneumatic lift, crystal-clear sound systems and warm, understated interiors and you have a yacht that fishes hard, parties harder and never compromises on comfort…
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“The mix of grey and white gives the interiors a welcome sense of simplicity and calm and puts the modern in modern classic,” says designer Andre Hoek. From her hydraulically opening elliptical stern and telescopic passerelle to the clever integration of toys, tenders and stabilisers, Far Niente blends elegance with practicality. Inside, light oak joinery, planked ceilings and a main-deck master cabin with panoramic windows provide a serene, airy feel, while the hull’s modern optimisation ensures lower fuel consumption, excellent seakeeping and a 3,750-nautical-mile range at 11 knots. Far Niente proves that classic charm and contemporary performance can coexist beautifully.
7. Far Niente: Modern classic elegance with thoughtful design
At 33 metres, Far Niente is a modern classic that channels the timeless charm of Dutch herring luggers while delivering all the performance and comfort of a contemporary yacht. Writer Risa Merl steps on board this SES Yachts build, designed by Hoek Design, to explore a vessel where retro-inspired lines meet innovative engineering. With a cold-moulded wooden superstructure over a steel hull, a five-cabin layout, optimised displacement hull and generous outdoor spaces, Far Niente balances graceful aesthetics, comfort and seaworthiness with seamless efficiency.
Read More/Classical jazz: On board the 33m modern classic Far Niente that blends vintage charm with new-world tech8. Diamond Binta: Engineering meets luxury on a 58-metre Tankoa
Tankoa’s 58-metre Diamond Binta is a yacht built for a technically minded owner, where engineering takes centre stage without compromising on comfort or style. Writer Risa Merl steps on board this long-range cruiser, discovering a vessel designed around a walk-through glass engine room – a feature usually reserved for yachts twice her size – that connects the lower-deck guest cabins to the beach club aft.
Read More/On board the 58m full-custom Tankoa superyacht Diamond BintaA sneak peek…
“The owner’s requests were few but precise,” says Guido Orsi of Tankoa. Alongside the engine room, these included long-range cruising (5,400 nautical miles at 10 knots), ample guest and crew spaces, a helipad for an Airbus ACH160 and room for two large tenders. The result is a yacht that marries technical prowess with refined living: sleek, curved interiors by Francesco Paszkowski Design in collaboration with Margherita Casprini; a subtle automotive-inspired aesthetic throughout; and a palette of greys, creams, oak and marble that balances masculine strength with elegance.
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“The aft deck is the beating heart of the yacht,” says Bernardo Zuccon, co-designer. With sliding seating that can conceal the 18-square-metre infinity pool and bulwarks that lower into balconies, the outdoor spaces are as adaptable as they are stylish. Inside, the main-deck saloon functions as a living room and media lounge, with hidden storage, floor-to-ceiling windows and a layout that balances openness with privacy.
9. La La Land: A multi-tasking 44-metre Sanlorenzo X-Space
Sanlorenzo’s first 44X-Space, La La Land, is a yacht designed for flexibility, where spaces shift seamlessly between exploration and entertaining. Writer Risa Merl steps aboard to discover a vessel that can transform from a chic poolside lounge to a long-range expedition platform in moments, while interiors by Lissoni & Partners offer airy, sunlit living with uninterrupted views of the sea.
Read More/La La Land: On board the first Sanlorenzo 44X-Space blending adventure and fun10. Minella: Personality-packed 30-metre Numarine 30XP
Numarine’s first 30XP, Minella, proves that explorer yachts don’t have to be large to leave a lasting impression. Writer Dea Jusufi steps aboard this 30.9-metre pocket explorer to discover a vessel that blends hybrid propulsion, wellness-focused living and party-ready spaces into one highly versatile yacht.
Read More/Mighty Minella: On board the Numarine 30XP explorer packed with personalityA sneak peek…
“I just wanted a yacht that feels out of the ordinary,” says owner Ömer Malaz. Interiors by Ofist design studio mix stone-effect floors and concrete-inspired ceilings with floor-to-ceiling windows for light-filled spaces. The main-deck master enjoys its own private balcony, while aft terraces, a raised sundeck and folding bulwarks create flexible outdoor areas for fitness, lounging or entertaining.