Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 previews new boats and technology

A series of world premieres and new marine technologies will be presented at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2026, led by launches from AIATA, Pearl Yachts and Saxdor.

AIATA will unveil the 15.35m Wayfinder 50, the flagship of its cabin range, alongside the 11.6m Sunfinder 38 at Port Canto. Designed by Jarkko Jämsén, the Wayfinder 50 shares its dimensions and naval architecture with the Sunfinder 50 but adopts an enclosed cabin layout intended to improve comfort and onboard space.

Besnati will make its festival debut with the Valerio Rivellini-designed Hurlo 325.The 3.25m tender is powered by Belassi Turbo engines and, according to the company, is engineered to exceed 60 knots.

Pearl Yachts will stage the world premiere of the Pearl 73 at Quai Max Laubeuf. The model includes two master cabins, an aft galley, fold-down balconies and exterior design by Dixon Yacht Design, with interiors by Kelly Hoppen Interiors.

Saxdor will introduce the 460 GTS at Port Canto, supported by the 400 GTC, 400 GTS, 340 GTWA and 320 GTO.

CMC Marine will premiere its new low-aspect-ratio stabiliser fins and five-blade propeller design. The company claims the fins reduce drag by 30%, while the propeller reduces thrust fluctuations by 30% and power fluctuations by 20%.

Arcadia Yachts will display the A80, A96, Sherpa 60 and Sherpa 80. The 23.98m A80 features five cabins, an owner’s suite on the main deck and an 80-square-metre upper deck.

Omikron Yachts will present the OT-60, which they say can travel up to 1,000 nautical miles at eight knots while consuming 1.25 litres per mile.

Antonini Navi will discuss the EVO 31 and recently launched SEAMORE 34, while Besenzoni will exhibit yacht equipment including gangways, ladders, cranes, doors and helm seats.

Boero Group will present products from Boero YachtCoatings and Veneziani Yachting. Marinedi Group will promote its stated network of 14 Italian marinas and more than 5,055 berths.

SACS Tecnorib will showcase its Rebel, Pirelli Speedboats and Strider ranges. Zuccon International Project representatives Bernardo and Martina Zuccon will also attend for meetings and interviews.