Absolute Yachts History & Heritage

Absolute Yachts has built an impressive reputation, particularly with its Navetta range of trawler-inspired yet highly contemporary yachts, complemented by equally modern flybridge models. However, the brand's origins tell a different story.

Founded in 2002 by Marcello Be and Sergio Maggi, two contemporary motorboat pioneers, Absolute initially ventured into the marine industry with the Gobbi range, focusing on entry-level and mid-range sports yachts before it was ultimately acquired by the Azimut Group.

Drawing from their experience with Gobbi, it's no surprise that Be and Maggi, when starting Absolute, initially concentrated on sports yachts, particularly in the owner-operated sector. These Absolute sports yachts were characterized by sleek, intelligent, and highly contemporary designs, gaining notable success in both European and American markets.

Absolute then transitioned into the flybridge market, introducing modern examples primarily in the 12m - 15m size range. This shift towards a cruising ethos reached its pinnacle with the development of the Navetta range—a modern interpretation of the long-range, serious cruising yacht.

Throughout this journey, Absolute collaborated closely with Volvo Penta during the development of the then-new pod drive technology, now branded as IPS. This collaboration led Absolute to predominantly adopt hull designs that leverage the efficiency and speed offered by pod drives.

The combination of engineering, design, and meticulous craftsmanship has resulted in highly sophisticated yachts from Absolute, renowned for their low sound levels, impeccable finishes, class-leading internal space, and exceptional cruising efficiency.

Absolute Yachts At A Glance

A brief summary of statistics, facts, and figures for Princess Yachts.

Shipyard History

  • Shipyard Founder Marcello Bè & Sergio Maggi
  • Year Founded 2002
  • Headquarters Town Podenzano
  • Headquarters Country Italy

Workforce & Output

  • Total Workforce 250
  • Data for Workforce Year 2018

Model Timeline

Research all the in production and discontinued Absolute Yacht models and immerse yourself in their history. Learn about each models features, generations, redesigns, notable features, specification, layouts, photo galleries and video from each individual model year*.

Key: 11 In-Production 2 in development 41 Discontinued

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Current Absolute Model Range

Learn about each in production yacht models features, generations, redesigns, notable features, specification, layouts, photo galleries and video from each individual model year*.

Navetta Range  

Navetta 53

15.98m

Production: 2025

Generations: 1

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Navetta Range  

Navetta 70

21.27m

Production: 2024 - to date

Generations: 1

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Navetta Range  

Navetta 75

22.82m

Production: 2022 - to date

Generations: 1

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Flybridge Range  

56 FLY (Mk2)

17.64m

Production: 2022 - to date

Generations: 2

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Flybridge Range  

52 FLY (Mk3)

16.76m

Production: 2022 - to date

Generations: 3

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Flybridge Range  

60 FLY (Mk2)

18.66m

Production: 2021 - to date

Generations: 2

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Coupé Range  

48 Coupé

14.9m

Production: 2021 - to date

Generations: 1

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Navetta Range  

Navetta 64

19.63m

Production: 2020 - to date

Generations: 1

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Navetta Range  

Navetta 58 (Mk2)

17.42m

Production: 2020 - to date

Generations: 2

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Flybridge Range  

47 FLY

14.63m

Production: 2019 - to date

Generations: 1

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Navetta Range  

Navetta 48

14.93m

Production: 2018 - to date

Generations: 1

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Absolute Models In Development

Flybridge Range  

70 Fly

21.51m

Production: Not started

Generations: 1

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Navetta Range  

Navetta 62

18.68m

Production: Not started

Generations: 1

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Discontinued Absolute Models

Navetta Range  

Navetta 52 (Mk2)

15.9m

Production: 2020 - 2024

Generations: 2

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Navetta Range  

Navetta 68

20.52m

Production: 2019 - 2023

Generations: 1

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Flybridge Range  

62 FLY

18.65m

Production: 2019 - 2023

Generations: 1

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Flybridge Range  

50 FLY (Mk2)

15.2m

Production: 2021 - 2023

Generations: 2

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Navetta Range  

Navetta 73

22.38m

Production: 2017 - 2022

Generations: 1

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Flybridge Range  

52 FLY (Mk2)

15.93m

Production: 2017 - 2022

Generations: 3

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Flybridge Range  

58 FLY

17.27m

Production: 2016 - 2020

Generations: 1

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Flybridge Range  

50 FLY (Mk1)

15.2m

Production: 2011 - 2020

Generations: 2

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Flybridge Range  

45 FLY

14.13m

Production: 2014 - 2020

Generations: 1

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Flybridge Range  

72 FLY

21.47m

Production: 2011 - 2019

Generations: 1

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Flybridge Range  

64 FLY

19.6m

Production: 2012 - 2019

Generations: 1

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Navetta Range  

Navetta 58 (Mk1)

17m

Production: 2014 - 2019

Generations: 2

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Navetta Range  

Navetta 52 (Mk1)

16m

Production: 2015 - 2019

Generations: 2

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Flybridge Range  

60 FLY (Mk1)

18.4m

Production: 2014 - 2018

Generations: 2

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Sport Line Range  

40 STL

11.9m

Production: 2012 - 2018

Generations: 1

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Flybridge Range  

52 FLY (Mk1)

16m

Production: 2014 - 2017

Generations: 3

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Sport Yacht Range  

45 STY

14.13m

Production: 2013 - 2017

Generations: 1

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Flybridge Range  

40 FLY

12.05m

Production: 2011 - 2017

Generations: 1

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Flybridge Range  

56 FLY (Mk1)

16.65m

Production: 2013 - 2016

Generations: 2

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Sport Yacht Range  

40 STY

12.05m

Production: 2011 - 2015

Generations: 1

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56 STC

16.8m

Production: 2006 - 2014

Generations: 1

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Sport Yacht Range  

56 STY

16.65m

Production: 2013 - 2014

Generations: 1

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Sport Yacht Range  

53 STY

16.55m

Production: 2011 - 2014

Generations: 1

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64 STY

20.4m

Production: 2009 - 2013

Generations: 1

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64 HT

20.3m

Production: 2009 - 2013

Generations: 1

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Sport Yacht Range  

55 STY

16.65m

Production: 2012 - 2013

Generations: 1

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Flybridge Range  

55 Fly

16.65m

Production: 2012 - 2013

Generations: 1

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43 STY

13.65m

Production: 2011 - 2013

Generations: 1

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Flybridge Range  

53 Fly

16.55m

Production: 2011 - 2012

Generations: 1

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Flybridge Range  

43 FLY

13.65m

Production: 2010 - 2012

Generations: 1

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42

13.3m

Production: 2009 - 2012

Generations: 1

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70 STY

22m

Production: 2008 - 2011

Generations: 1

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70 HT

21.9m

Production: 2009 - 2011

Generations: 1

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52

15.9m

Production: 2008 - 2011

Generations: 1

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43 HT

13.55m

Production: 2008 - 2010

Generations: 1

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40 HT

12.09m

Production: 2008 - 2010

Generations: 1

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56 HT

16.8m

Production: 2007 - 2009

Generations: 1

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47

14.6m

Production: 2007 - 2009

Generations: 1

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41

12.04m

Production: 2006 - 2009

Generations: 1

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39

11.3m

Production: 2005 - 2008

Generations: 1

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45

14.3m

Production: 2003 - 2007

Generations: 1

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