Presented with the Safe & Clean badge from APAVE and the General Health and Safety Plan (PGSS), the Cannes Yachting Festival is provisionally the first international event to open its doors following the global coronavirus pandemic.
Expecting a turnout of nearly 400 boats over the six day event between 8-13 September 2020, Europe's leading in-water event is once again preparing to turn La Croisette in to a glistening backdrop for an impeccable selection of motoryachts, sailing boats and more.
Covering the two locations of the Vieux Port and Port Canto, 373 exhibitors from across the globe will be presenting an exciting array of yachts for sale. In addition to returning favourites at the Luxury Gallery and the Tenders & Toys showcase.
Even with a global pandemic closing down many yachting events for the 2020 season, Cannes has remained a top choice for global premieres, with 62 products making their worldwide debut at the prestigious event.
Here are some of the headlining global premieres that you will not want to miss when attending the 2020 Cannes Yachting Festival.
Benetti | Oasis
By far one of the main headliners of the 2020 Cannes Yachting Festival, the Italian shipyard Benetti are stepping up their showcase with the iconic Oasis.
Designed in collaboration with British design studio RWD, the 40m (131') motoryacht is set to make its mark on the brand's history as the first B.NOW appearance at a yachting event.
With a 385GT interior, that has been designed by New York firm Bonetti/ Kozerski Architecture, the yacht's main showstopper is the extensive beach club which entails folding out bulwarks and a central infinity pool.
- LOA - 40m (131')
- Max speed - 16 knots
- Berths - 10 + 9 crew
Ferretti Yachts | Ferretti Yachts 500
The two-cabin Ferretti 500 also makes her global debut at the 2020 Cannes Yachting Festival with her versatility for either owner or crew operation.
Powered by a pair of twin Cummins QSB6.7 - 550MHP 542BHP - Rec-App engines, she offers multiple innovative designs to make the most of the space available. Featuring transformable coffee/dining tables plus spacious interiors, the Ferretti 500 is the most compact of the Ferretti Yachts for sale with plenty of potential to be a must have short distance cruiser.
- LOA - 15.3m (50.3')
- Max speed - 30 knots
- Berths - 4
Riva | Riva 88 Folgore
The latest Riva yacht for sale to join the high performing Sportfly range, the 88 Folgore has a futuristic appeal with design collaborations from Officina Italiana Design.
Featuring ultimate privacy with dedicated crew entrances, the eyecatching model draws inspiration from the 'harmony between past and present' and showcases traditional mahogany inlays plus steel throughout the interiors.
- LOA - 26.8m (88')
- Max speed - 36-38 knots
- Berths - 8
Azimut | Magellano 25 Metri
Italian shipyard Azimut return to Cannes with their latest addition to the fleet of Magellano yachts for sale, the Magellano 25 Metri.
Powered by twin propulsion from either 1400hp MAN V12-1400 or 1550hp MAN V12-1550 engines, the GRP /carbon fibre motoryacht is described as being influenced by 'the classical nautical world'.
Interiors feature highlights of brass, lacquered wood and mirror inserts.
- LOA - 25m (82')
- Max speed - 25 knots
- Berths - 8 + 3 crew
Wally | 43 Wallytender
Advertised as an ideal '13-meter runabout', the 43 Wallytender takes its inspiration from the 48 Wallytender, which made its debut at the 2019 Cannes Yachting Festival.
Powered by Volvo Penta diesel 380hp stern drive engines, the latest Wally tender for sale offers the comfort usually expected from larger sports yachts, plus every opportunity to get close to the waves.
Suitable for use as a day boat or a superyacht tender, the speedy one-cabin motoryacht provides every amenity needed for short distance travel. Which includes a generous bathroom facility and separate shower cubicle, abundant seating for up to 12 day guests, a spacious foredeck sunpad plus the option to add a raised aft sunpad with watersports garage.
- LOA - 13.2m (43')
- Max Speed - 36 knots
- Berths - 2
Sunreef Yachts | 80 Sunreef Power
Already a multi-award winning multihull, with awards from both the World Yachts Trophies and Asia Boating Awards ceremonies, the 80 Sunreef Power transcends the traditional expectations of a catamaran by offering premium luxury and performance for long distance cruising.
Boasting contemporary styling direct from the French shipyard, the model features voluminous interiors which have infinite possibilities for customisation throughout. Including the option to have a master cabin situated in the bow section of the main deck.
Offering power from multiple engine installation options, the 80 Sunreef Power is a statement of how Sunreef Yachts for sale can really perform.
- LOA - 24m (78.7')
- Max Speed - 21.5 knots
- Berths - 8 + 2-5 crew
If you're planning to buy a yacht at the 2020 Cannes Yachting Festival, get a head start before the event begins by viewing all of the available new and used yachts for sale on the market.
