Making up for lost time following the cancellation of the 2020 edition, the 2021 Monaco Yacht Show featured in excess of €4 billion worth of superyachts. Here are some of the stars of what was a glittering show.
Showcasing a curated collection of the most spectacular superyachts, visitors at this year's event had the opportunity to view premium craftsmanship and design up close and get a real insight into what luxury yachting is all about.
High-end yachts for sale continually attracted streams of visitors throughout Port Hercule, but many of the star moments were found in the 80-100m+ category. From our team on the docks, YachtBuyer has handpicked some of the world's largest yachts that stole the show.
TATIANA
Fresh out of the Bilgin Yachts yard, 80m (262.6ft) TATIANA is nothing short of spectacular, with every imaginable luxury included.
Owning the 'wow factor' from the word go, exterior living is a real feature with a pool on the main deck aft, multiple alfresco dining options and a jaw-dropping beach club. Where an outdoor pool, a hydraulic transom and fold-down balconies aren't enough, the design team has also added an indoor pool.
Interiors designed by British firm H2 Yacht Design match the exterior profile, focusing on prime entertainment with a cinema, BBQ area and palatial living spaces. Wellness facilities onboard are exactly what you'd expect from a premium superyacht for sale with a sauna, massage room, gym and steam room. Finished off with a composition of eight cabins and an elevator connecting all decks, TATIANA certainly knows how to make a statement.
LOA: 80m (262.6ft)
Beam: 12.2m (40ft)
GT: 1,696
Guests: 12 + 20
Range: 7,500nm
Max speed: 20 knots
ARTEFACT
A multi-award winner from German shipyard Nobiskrug, ARTEFACT is a floating four-deck piece of art with a captivating exterior design that stands out for all the right reasons. Featuring collaborative design input from Reymond Langton Design on interiors and Gregory C. Marshall for the exteriors it doesn't take much guessing as to why she has won so many industry awards.
As an eco-friendly superyacht meeting IMO Tier III low emissions regulations, ARTEFACT is just as impressive for what you can't see as what you can. The Owner added their own engineering prowess to a design and engineering strategy that includes everything from crew management to how the glass keeps clean, with superb insulation creating one of the most peaceful onboard environments around.
The interior boasts five-star entertainment facilities with a top-of-the-range cinema plus an easy-access beach club and swim platform for fast and furious water sports sessions.
Fully accessible throughout thanks to a conveniently located elevator, guests onboard can make the most of multiple social areas, a beauty salon, a vast main salon and of course the cabins.
LOA: 80m (262.6ft)
Beam: 16.82m (55.2ft)
GT: 2,999
Guests: 16 + 24
Range: 5,300nm
Max speed: 17.8 knots
VIVA
Elegance itself, VIVA houses a hybrid propulsion system and features penmanship from Azure Yacht Design on the exteriors, interiors of Peter Marino and naval architecture by De Voogt.
A comfortable cruiser at 12 knots, VIVA incorporates a host of key features including a helipad, cinema facility, a fully equipped gym and an on-deck Jacuzzi boasting great surrounding views.
Exploring new territories is a breeze with every effort made by builders Feadship to ensure that guests can truly enjoy every eventuality of their voyage. In addition to the helipad, VIVA also holds a tender up to 14m (45.9ft) and a spacious beach club for launching water toys and relaxation.
Mirroring the premium lifestyle throughout the interiors, an incredible staircase made of a single piece of stainless steel really signifies the level of craftsmanship that's gone into this particular build.
LOA: 94m (308.4ft)
Beam: 14m (45.9ft)
GT: 2,999
Guests: 14
Range: 5,000nm
Max speed: 20 knots
IJE
The largest build from Benetti yet, IJE ( also known as FB275) was a headline maker before she saw the light of day. In the flesh, her sheer size and design demand respect and attention, the ultimate expression of luxury from one of the world's oldest and most experienced yards.
Penned in collaboration between the in-house team and RWD, the well-known 'Made in Italy' ethos of Benetti is ever-present and correct with spot-on key features including a private cinema, 1.5m outdoor firepit, an observation deck and multiple alfresco dining options. Plus to top that off, there's even a fully fitted nightclub complete with DJ station.
Powered by twin diesel MTU (16V 4000 M73L) 16-cylinder 3,191hp engines and built over four decks, IJE features 11,000 sqft of outdoor deck space to play with, giving guests 11,000 reasons to make the most of the great outdoors.
LOA: 108m (354.3ft)
Beam: 15.5m (50.9ft)
GT: 3,367
Guests: 22 + 30
Range: 6,500nm
Max speed: 20 knots
MADSUMMER
A benchmark five-deck build from Lurssen, MADSUMMER is at once a superyacht in the more classical sense and one of the most advanced and capable yachts on the water. Featuring exteriors by Harrison Eidsgaard and Laura Sessa Romboli's penmanship for the interiors, MADSUMMER is certainly a force to be reckoned with.
A real show crowd-pleaser, she has the space and facilities to entertain guests for weeks at a time, and for all ages. A playroom for children sets the scene for a family-friendly environment, with a cinema and dancefloor adding more fun.
Away from the party, there are calming wellness vibes throughout. A relaxing voyage is guaranteed with a massage room, sauna, spa, on-deck Jacuzzi and a swimming pool catering to every need of the guests onboard. Keeping fit is certainly no issue with a nicely kitted-out gym plus plenty of water sports options.
Powered by twin diesel MTU (16V 4000 M63) 2,682hp engines, she keeps all guests interconnected in both interior and exterior manners, an elevator, helipad and a selection of tenders complete the package, making MADSUMMER an undoubted star of the Monaco Yacht Show.
LOA: 95m (311.7ft)
Beam: 14m (45.9ft)
GT: 3,250
Guests: 18 + 28
Range: 6,000nm
Max speed: 18 knots
BOLD
Key features of BOLD are evident before even stepping onboard. The size of the aft deck is immense, with a multifunctional 400sqm helideck capable of holding a plethora of tenders and toys, and of course an ideal touch base for arriving guests.
Collaborating with well-known designer Espen Oeino for the naval architecture and exteriors, plus Vain Interiors for interior designs, Silver Yachts have created a superyacht that leaves no compromise for enjoying the best of both an exploration style vessel and a superior superyacht.
Moving away from the multiple modes of transport BOLD has to offer, onboard entertainment and wellness speaks volumes with a hammam, dancefloor, a bar and an outdoor cinema.
LOA: 85.3m (279.6ft)
Beam: 11m (36ft)
GT: 1,551
Guests: 16 + 21
Range: 5,500nm
Max speed: 23 knots
With the 80 - 100m+ category of yachts open to extensive customization, there are ample opportunities for Owners to buy a full custom yacht with chances to choose furnishings, fittings, layouts, cabin numbers and lots more. For help to get started on your custom journey read through our guide to custom yacht building.
Alternatively, if you like the look of our star picks from the Monaco Yacht Show and want to see more, take a look through our complete listing of all available new and used yachts for sale.
Interested in the world's largest yachts? Then check out YachtBuyer's World's Biggest Yachts page.
