Spotlights turn on along the French Riviera for the Cannes Yachting Festival 2025, the most eagerly awaited event in the international yachting scene. From September 9-14, the city’s two ports – Vieux Port and Port Canto – will host around 540 motorboats, including 120 world premieres, confirming the event as a top showcase for innovation, design, and performance.
The heart of the yachting world at the Cannes Yachting Festival
Vieux Port will welcome yachts from 12 to 45 meters, with dedicated areas such as the Power Cat Village, bringing together 24 of the most innovative power catamarans on the market. At Port Canto, the spotlight will be on 180 boats under 13 meters, in an area entirely dedicated to compact, high-performance units.
The fil rouge of this edition is the meeting point between refined design, cutting-edge technology, and a growing focus on sustainability. From the regenerative materials of the Origin 57 tender to the hybrid propulsion of the Seadeck 7, and up to superyachts redefining the standards of comfort and liveability, Cannes once again proves itself as a global testing ground for the future of yachting.
The most anticipated premieres
At the Cannes Yachting Festival, the spotlight will be on brand-new premieres from the most prestigious international shipyards, spanning from Italy to Finland, Germany to China.
Among the models making their world debut:
ABSOLUTE 7O FLY and Navetta 62 (Italy): two exceptional yachts making their world premiere. A flybridge model with a striking design and a revolutionary trawler designed for long-range cruising.
Aquila Power Catamaran (China): world debut for the new Aquila 46 Yacht as well as the high-speed 42 and 46 Coupé, now equipped with foils and presented for the first time in the inboard version.
Pardo 43 (Italy): one of the most eagerly awaited premieres, the new version of Pardo Yachts’ best-selling model.
Scanner Envy 1300 (Italy): class, elegance, and sporting character are the hallmarks of the new maxi-rib from Scanner Marine, powered by a pair of brand-new Mercury Verado V10 engines with 425 horsepower, also making their world debut.
ICE 64 Explorer (Italy): a blue water cruiser for which “innovative” would be an understatement.
Evene Tenders Origin 57 (UK): the first tender built using cork as a regenerative material, both elegant and sustainable.
Saxdor 320 GTO (Finland): Scandinavian sportiness powered by twin 300 hp Mercury engines.
Say 42 Open (Germany): an ultra-light carbon dayboat combining speed with reduced fuel consumption.
Apreamare Gozzo Cabin 48 (Italy): Mediterranean craftsmanship meets an optimized layout.
Ad Astra 60 (Italy): a modern reinterpretation of the lobster boat, blending heritage and innovation. Bellini Yachts Astor 58 (Italiy): open spaces and contemporary design for seamless living at sea.
Beneteau Grand Trawler 63 (France): the new trawler designed for long-range cruising.
Delta 72 (Sweden): carbon construction and Mannerfelt design for both performance and functionality.
Fountaine Pajot FP Power 80 (France): a motor catamaran conceived as a superyacht.
VanDutch 75 (Italy): an iconic style statement revisited in a contemporary black-and-white look.
Azimut Seadeck 7 (Italy): the first yacht with hybrid propulsion and a CO₂ reduction system, cutting environmental impact by 40%.
VisionF VF 82-03 (Turkey): an aluminum catamaran combining lightness, strength, and elegance.
Sanlorenzo SL110A Asymmetric (Italy): an asymmetric design by Zuccon and Lissoni, redefining onboard spaces.
Ferretti Custom Line 120 (Italy): automotive-inspired design and residential interiors, balancing luxury and innovation.
Benetti Class 44 (Italy): the largest fiberglass yacht ever built by the shipyard, a masterpiece of space and light.
Practical information about the Cannes Yachting Festival
The Cannes Yachting Festival will be open from September 9 to 14 with the following hours:
• Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
• Friday: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm (evening opening)
• Saturday: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
• Sunday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
With 650 exhibitors, 700 boats, and more than 55,000 visitors expected, Cannes will once again transform into the world capital of yachting, where innovation and excellence meet at sea.
