Cancelled in 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Cannes is clearly looking to make up for lost time this year with a massive 140 world debuts across power and sail.
Featuring some of the biggest names in yachting, Cannes will once again spread across the ports of Vieux and Canto, giving both motor and sail their own specified zones. Added to the mix will be the growing Superyacht zone, an area specially designated for the largest vessels.
Not only will all the big names be in attendance, many of them will also be debuting their largest ever yachts, ensuring Cannes Yachting Festival offers the full spectrum of size, style and spectacle for visitors.
Sunseeker's Famous Five
Launched in January 2021, Sunseeker made some headlines earlier in the year with an impressive array of five new models, collectively known as the 'Famous Five'. But for most people can will offer the first real chance to see these yachts in the flesh.
The British shipyard has confirmed that all five models from the collection are intended to display throughout the show including the;
Declared as 'a world first for Sunseeker', Andrea Frabetti, CEO at Sunseeker International, commented these luxurious models were the first to be launched from their intensive acceleration program to extend the Sunseeker portfolio by 2023.
Comprising of captivating flybridge and sports yacht designs, the 'Famous Five' are already creating a storm for the popular UK brand, with anticipation already building on upcoming models yet to be revealed.
Azimut Grande collection raises the bar
Boasting a unique mezzanine deck concept and an admirable 30-square-meter beach club, well-known Italian shipyard Azimut has taken its Made In Italy ethos to a whole new level.
Measuring up at 38m (124.6ft), the Azimut Grande Trideck is the yard’s largest-ever yacht and its first tri-deck, the design a collaboration with Alberto Mancini. By integrating an innovative mezzanine above the main deck the new flagship adds some real might to the already impressive Grande collection. The design effectively creates four decks across the aft of the yacht, joining the main, sun, and upper decks, with a spacious beach club also worked in,
Available with either a five or six-cabin layout, one particularly interesting adaptation for the model's interiors is the absence of a formal dining arrangement. Product Marketing Director, Federico Lantero, explains the absence as a movement to broaden the onboard possibilities, with multi-functional areas that can be adapted to every Owner's needs.
Benetti provides an indulgent Oasis
With the inaugural hull REBECA making her global premiere at the Genoa Boat Show in 2020, the stunning Benetti Oasis 40m has made a real splash since joining the Italian fleet.
Now making her Cannes debut, the Oasis model prepares to wow the crowds at the show with many features often seen on larger yachts.
Deck lifestyle is a real feature here, extendable wings on either side of the aft deck create a spectacular multifunctional beach area with an infinity pool.
In true Benetti style, the finish onboard is effortlessly chic and capacious, offering a number of different layouts depending on every Owner's unique specifications. Winning a prestigious award for Best Layout at the 2020 World Yachts Trophies ceremony, there's a lot of reasons why a visitor to Cannes should be stepping on board the Oasis 40m.
Magnificent Majesty 120
Making her delayed world debut, the 37.07m (121ft) Majesty 120 is the latest model to join the esteemed UAE fleet and has already been defined as a direct competitor to the likes of the Custom Line 120 and the Astondoa 125 Century.
Claiming a 30% increase in exteriors compared to her rivals, alfresco living is an indulgent affair with the Majesty model, with a spacious multi-functional beach club environment and an eye-catching sundeck complete with Jacuzzi, wet bar and lounge area.
Also reflecting on the concept that she is 'the first-ever Majesty to be completely electrically powered' with hydraulics only being used for the engines and generators, there's a widespread appeal for green technology and innovations.
Designed in collaboration between Gulf Craft’s in-house design studio on the exteriors and Cristiano Gatto for the interiors, the Majesty 120 features a five-cabin layout with a dedicated crew of seven.
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