Marcopolo Adventure Yachts debuts at Cannes with MP12 and MP10

Following its international debut at Boot Düsseldorf 2026, Marcopolo Adventure Yachts continues its growth path with its first participation in the Cannes Yachting Festival 2026. The brand will be present in the Port Canto area with two exhibition spaces: stand POWER 125 inside the covered structure, and stand POWER 007 dedicated to the boats in the water. The new brand from Gruppo Aschenez will present its current lineup to an international audience, featuring the MP12 and MP10 models—two vessels that interpret the adventure yacht concept through a balance of design, technology, and ultimate versatility.

A New Brand Born from the Experience of Gruppo Aschenez

Marcopolo Adventure Yachts stems from the vision of Rosario Alcaro, CEO of Gruppo Aschenez and founder of established brands such as Invictus Yacht and Capoforte. The goal of the new brand is to offer a different interpretation of the adventure yacht segment, prioritizing the ability to adapt to owner needs and various uses without sacrificing design and build quality.

The lineup’s styling bears the signature of Roberto Delfanti Design Lab, while construction is entrusted to the Sicilian shipyard 3AF Shipyard, a facility specialized in advanced composite materials.

The defining concept of the entire Marcopolo Adventure Yachts lineup is transformability. Both the MP12 and MP10 are engineered around a modular architecture that allows the vessel to convert from an open configuration to a cruiser, adapting to different cruising needs and allowing easy updates over time. This design philosophy expands operational flexibility and lets owners customize the boat based on their lifestyle and cruising destinations.

MP12: The Lineup’s Flagship

With a length of 12 meters, the MP12 serves as the benchmark model for the new Adventure Yacht lineup. The project prioritizes outdoor spaces dedicated to socializing, enhanced by large fold-down terraces that significantly expand the living area at anchor. Propulsion can reach up to three 450-horsepower outboard engines, while the triple-step hull—developed through CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) simulations—is engineered to ensure hydrodynamic efficiency, stability, and high performance even at top speeds.

In terms of construction, the MP12 utilizes next-generation composite materials, including recycled PET and carbon fiber, combined with technological solutions derived from the automotive, aerospace, and motorsport sectors to optimize lightness, comfort, and perceived quality.

MP10: The Same DNA in a Compact Size

Alongside the flagship, the MP10 will also be on display—a model that transfers the brand’s design philosophy to a vessel under ten meters. Despite its more compact dimensions, the MP10 retains the modular layout and fold-down terraces, featuring a configuration engineered to maximize available space.

The double-step hull and the option to install up to 350-horsepower outboard engines achieve a balance between performance, efficiency, and comfort, making the model ideal for both day trips and coastal cruising.

From Cannes to Genoa

Participating in the Cannes Yachting Festival marks an important milestone in the new brand’s international establishment. Following the French show, it will continue its exhibition tour at the 66th Genoa International Boat Show. These two strategic events will allow Marcopolo Adventure Yachts to present its design philosophy to a global audience of boat owners, industry professionals, and trade operators.

Conclusions

With its debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival, Marcopolo Adventure Yachts confirms its ambitions in the adventure yacht segment. The combination of Italian design, modularity, innovative materials, and advanced construction technologies yields a lineup crafted for buyers who view boating as an experience of exploration and freedom. The MP12 and MP10 represent two interpretations of the same philosophy, united by their ability to adapt to the owner’s needs and evolve over time—offering a fresh perspective in one of the market’s most dynamic segments.

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