From 23 to 26 September, Port Hercule will once again become the world capital of superyachting for the 35th edition of the Monaco Yacht Show (MYS). An event that reaffirms its central role in the luxury yachting scene: over 120 superyachts at berth, more than 560 exhibiting companies and, according to the first official lists released by the organisers, no fewer than 43 vessels being unveiled to the public for the first time. This is a significant figure at a time when delivery times at the leading shipyards now extend beyond 2028, making the concentration of new releases on offer at the Monaco show a tangible advantage for yacht owners, brokers and enthusiasts.
Beyond the figures, the true hallmark of the Monaco Yacht Show remains its variety: fully bespoke motor yachts, record-breaking sailing yachts, high-performance tenders, accessories and on-board technologies. Here is a round-up of the main new releases announced ahead of the 2026 edition.
World premieres and brand new yacht on the water
Among the most eagerly awaited debuts is the one from the Ferretti Group. The latest news is that, in Monaco, alongside the brand-new Riva 54Metri, Custom Line Saetta 106’ and Custom Line Navetta 35, there will also be Amor à Vida, the 67-metre CRN making its European debut. Amor à Vida represents the ultimate expression of CRN’s expert know-how, bespoke yacht design and build quality. The project reflects the most advanced bespoke approach, integrating cutting-edge engineering solutions, energy efficiency and a high level of customisation, in line with the highest standards of international shipbuilding.
Amor à Vida combines the engineering expertise of CRN and the Ferretti Group Superyacht Division with the creativity of Nuvolari Lenard, a world-renowned yacht design studio, featuring bespoke interiors with meticulous attention to every detail, in collaboration with Valentina Zannier, Interior Art Director at Nuvolari Lenard. Moran Yacht & Ship is the brokerage firm that has supported and represented the owner throughout the entire design and construction process.
Spanning six decks, with an overall length of 67.55 metres, a beam of 11.50 metres and a gross tonnage of 1,447 GT, the superyacht accommodates up to 12 guests in five exclusive VIP cabins, as well as a deck entirely dedicated to the owner on the Upper Deck, where the owner’s suite, situated at the bow, enjoys a 180° panoramic view of the sea.
The entire multi-purpose area at the bow is reserved for the owner’s exclusive use.
Amor à Vida boasts a hybrid propulsion system that increases the fuel efficiency of both the main engines and the generators, ensuring smooth and quiet cruising, whilst the heat recovery system significantly reduces energy consumption and operating costs, particularly when at anchor. The maximum speed is 16 knots and the cruising speed is 15 knots.
There is also big news for Baglietto, which is showcasing two recently launched yachts in the Principality: the T60 and the Fast 50. The T60 is the largest yacht ever built by the shipyard in its 172-year history. Designed by Francesco Paszkowski Design, who also created the interiors in collaboration with Margherita Casprini, it represents a particularly significant milestone for the shipyard, not only because it marks the launch of a new 60-metre platform, but also because it is the first of three yachts in the same series that have already been sold and are currently under construction, with deliveries scheduled over the next two years, confirming the commercial success of the project and the consolidation of Baglietto in the large yacht segment.
The T60 is, in fact, a key element in the growth trajectory undertaken by the shipyard in recent years, aimed at strengthening its position at the very top end of the international yachting market. This strategy translates into targeted investments, the development of new expertise and a gradual expansion of production capacity, with the aim of meeting the growing demand for large yachts.
Sanlorenzo, for its part, is presenting the 74 Steel Silver Fox and the 58 Steel. The Silver Fox is a 72.0-metre motor yacht, built by Sanlorenzo and due for delivery in 2026. It is one of four yachts in the 74Steel series.
Its top speed is 16.5 knots, with a cruising speed of 14.5 knots; propulsion is provided by two Caterpillar diesel-electric engines. It can accommodate up to 16 guests in 8 cabins, with a crew of 21. It has a gross tonnage of 1,946.0 GT and a beam of 13.1 m; it features a teak deck, a steel hull and an aluminium superstructure.
It was designed by Zuccon International Project, with the naval architecture developed by Sanlorenzo, whilst the yacht’s interiors were designed by Francesco Paszkowski Design in collaboration with Margherita Casprini.
Following its debut at the Cannes Yacht Festival, the ICONA 70 – the first model from ‘ICONA inspired by Mangusta’, the new brand from Effebi New Project, founded by the Balducci family and Stefano Arlunno – will also be on display in Monaco. Built to Overmarine Group standards and designed by Igor Lobanov, the 21.3-metre yacht blends hypercar-inspired styling, an aft deck widening beyond 9 metres and three Volvo Penta engines, for a targeted top speed of about 36 knots. It has already won Best Exterior Design at the World Yachts Trophies.
Mangusta will be also exhibiting the Mangusta 165 REV. Overmarine’s flagship Maxi Open model, the Mangusta 165 REV is the result of a collaboration between Lobanov Design and the shipyard’s technical department, who have reinterpreted Mangusta’s classic exterior lines to create spaces that are brighter, more spacious and more connected to the sea. The large, floor-to-ceiling windows in the main saloon, with side balconies that open out, emphasise the sense of openness. The interiors, designed in collaboration with architect Marcello Pianosi, reflect the same lightness, continuity and linearity as the exterior design, featuring Poliform furnishings in a ‘quiet luxury’ style. The owner’s suite, measuring a generous 92 square metres, is seamlessly integrated into the hull, whilst the lower deck accommodates five guest cabins.
At Port Hercule, Next Yacht Group will present two brand-new models. The first is the result of a collaboration between AB Yachts and BRABUS: it is the first yacht ever built by the renowned German brand specialising in car tuning and luxury lifestyle, which marks its entry into the superyacht segment with this project. The vessel combines AB Yachts’ expertise in building high-performance hulls, capable of exceeding 60 knots, with the aesthetic philosophy and attention to detail that characterise BRABUS.
The second debut concerns Maiora, which is launching the first vessel in the M|38range, the flagship of the new M Line: 37 metres in length, with exteriors designed by Quartostile and interiors developed by the Maiora Style Centre in collaboration with Acube Design. The design centres on a stern reimagined as a veritable living room on the water, featuring fold-down bulwarks and a walk-on pool deck, as well as a full-beam owner’s suite of approximately 45 square metres on the main deck. The layout accommodates up to 12 guests across five cabins and achieves a top speed of 28 knots.
Tankoa Yachts will also be bringing a double world premiere to Monaco. The first is M/Y Singolare, a 45-metre T450 designed by Cassetta Yacht Designers, which focuses on spacious areas and a seamless flow between interiors and exteriors, featuring an infinity beach club, an open-air cinema and a panoramic gym; the interiors are by Brazilian architect Debora Aguiar. The second is M/Y Spirit, a 52-metre fully bespoke yacht designed by Vitruvius Yacht Design (Philippe Briand), characterised by a full-beam gym that opens onto a spacious aft terrace with an infinity pool, conceived as a true extension of the outdoor space; the propulsion system is full-hybrid, with a top speed of 17 knots.
As for the major shipyards, Benetti arrives in Monaco with two world premieres and a new development in the hospitality sector: the 67-metre hybrid M/Y Dagger, which combines conventional propulsion, electric technology and a salt-based battery pack to ensure quietness and comfort on board, with interiors designed by Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design and exteriors sculpted by RWD around the iconic Oasis Deck; and the 50-metre fully bespoke M/Y Perseverance, the result of a direct co-design process with the owner. Benetti is also unveiling a new lounge at the Yacht Club de Monaco, designed by AMDL Circle and Michele De Lucchi, dedicated to the Green Route programme and the shipyard’s twenty years of research into sustainability, from the first diesel-electric propulsion system in 2006 to the three-star SEA Index certification of M/Y Kasper 7.
There is no shortage of news from Turkish shipyards: Sirena Superyachts launched its flagship in August – a 42-metre yacht already sold through the group’s in-house sales team – which will make its debut in Monaco. The project, featuring exterior design by Luca Vallebona, interiors by Hot Lab (The Viken Group) and naval architecture by Van Oossanen, has a gross tonnage of approximately 433 GT and offers spacious social areas, an owner’s suite with a private patio and a large beach club with lowerable sides.
GX Superyachts will be previewing the GX42 Merinos, whilst Sunreef is bringing the world premiere of the Sunreef Eco 100 to the Principality
There are also new developments from Palumbo Superyacht, which will be present in Monaco with the ISA Viper 130ft and the ISA GTO 60ft. The ISA Viper 130, the flagship of ISA Yachts’ Viper range, is designed entirely by Fulvio De Simoni, both inside and out, with the naval engineering developed in-house by the shipyard. The design combines power with clean lines, enhanced by the three-level aft cockpit: a convertible aft deck, a sun deck, a lounge with sofas, and opening side balconies that extend the space towards the sea, right up to the outdoor dining area seating eight guests. At the bow, there is a circular swimming pool with a sun deck. The interiors, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows in the saloon, boast semi-circular sofas, a round table seating ten, and an aft bar/galley area that can be separated by a blackout glass partition, creating a flexible space that balances formality and conviviality.
A sailing giant at the quayside
Among the sailing yachts, the arrival of SIMENA stands out – the 62-metre ketch from ARES Yachts, one of the longest sailing yachts currently on the market. Designed by the Turkish firm Taka Yacht Design with interiors by Design Unlimited, SIMENA boasts a steel hull and composite superstructure, RINA classification and a four-star SEA Index rating. The hybrid propulsion system allows for silent electric cruising at up to 8 knots with a range of 6,000 nautical miles, whilst under sail the yacht has reached 16 knots during sea trials. On board, six cabins accommodate up to 12 guests, with an owner’s suite in the bow.
Mediterranean shipyards and the charm of Arcadian Living
Arcadia Yachts is also strengthening its presence at the show with two models afloat, the A80 and the A96, complementary expressions of the same design philosophy based on space, natural light and an openness to the sea. The star of the show is the M/Y Mabelle II, the third A80 vessel, which recently won an award at the World Yachts Trophies in the Best Interior Design category. The Campania-based shipyard, founded in 2008 on the initiative of Ugo Pellegrino, will present a stand designed as an immersive experience that conveys the brand’s identity and its contemporary interpretation of ‘Arcadian Living’.
Technology, accessories and on-board comfort
The Monaco Yacht Show is not just about boats: it is also a showcase for the technologies that make luxury at sea possible. Besenzoni will present UNICA – Unique Yacht Accessories, the range dedicated to superyachts and total customisation, featuring the P470 Manta Comfort and P400 Matrix pilot’s chairs, developed in part thanks to the Atelier division, which specialises in bespoke leathers and finishes.
Giuliana Fratnik
