Top 10 Powerboat Premieres at Cannes Yachting Festival 2025

An unmissable event on the nautical calendar, the Cannes Yachting Festival highlights the perfect combination of innovation, design and performance every year. Motorboats – ranging from monohulls to multihulls, rigid hulls to semi-rigid hulls – occupy a central place at the show, across both ports, with a unique offering that appeals to enthusiasts and professionals alike.

Around 540 new motor yachts, ranging from 5 to 45 metres, are expected for the 2025 edition, including approximately 120 world premieres. The Vieux Port will once again host a prestigious selection of boats from 12 to 45 metres afloat, enhanced by a Tenders area and a Power Cat Village that will bring together 24 of the market’s most innovative motor catamarans. Port Canto will showcase 180 boats under 13 metres in the Power Boat Marina.

Setting the course for sixteen exceptional yachts from prestigious shipyards – from Italy to Finland to Turkey – to be unveiled as world exclusives from 9 September, in the heart of the Vieux Port and Port Canto:

As the first tender to feature cork as a natural and regenerative material, the Origin 57 places sustainability at the heart of its design. Compact and refined, it offers impressive manoeuvrability and comfort, while providing an elegant and eco-friendly alternative to traditional finishes. A true showcase of innovation for a dayboat combining style with environmental respect.

Location: PALAIS002 – Vieux Port – L 5.7m, W 2.25m – Boatbuilder based in the United Kingdom

The Saxdor 400 GTS is the purest expression of open boating in the Saxdor 400 series. With its walkaround layout, sleek glass shielding around the helm, and signature folding terraces that expand your connection to the water, it redefines the open-air experience. Modular seating and convertible sunbeds seamlessly adapt to your plans, creating an effortless flow for lounging, socializing, or thrilling rides. Built on the same agile twin-stepped hull as its siblings, the GTS delivers a dynamic, responsive drive, while ensuring everyday usability with thoughtful protection and space solutions.

Location: POWER131 / Saxdor 320 GTO at POWER038 – Port Canto – L 10.8m, W 3.10m – Boatbuilder based in Finland

Built entirely from carbon fibre, the SAY 42 Open features an ultralight hull that delivers agility, remarkable acceleration and optimised energy consumption. Its minimalist and contemporary design is matched with precision handling, creating a dynamic and refined navigation experience. Staying true to the philosophy of the German shipyard, this dayboat unites environmental performance with timeless elegance.

Location: QSP040 – Vieux Port – L 12.96m, W 4.19m – Boatbuilder based in Germany

Blending the timeless elegance of Mediterranean style with the strength of modern construction, the Gozzo Cabin 48 embodies Apreamare’s identity. Its optimised layout combines space, functionality and comfort, while remaining faithful to Italian craftsmanship. A yacht that celebrates the art of living at sea with charm and authenticity.

Location: PAN011 – Vieux Port – L 14.7m, W 4.70m – Boatbuilder based in Italy

Inspired by both Downeast tradition and contemporary innovation, the Ad Astra 60 reinvents the lobster boat. Beneath its classic exterior lies state-of-the-art technology, delivering high performance and navigational comfort. A yacht that unites maritime heritage with modernity, created for those who value authenticity and innovation.

Location: QSP004 – Vieux Port – L 17.86m, W 4.75m – Boatbuilder based in Italy

With its open-plan concept and walkaround configuration, the Astor 58 provides seamless movement around the yacht and a total immersion in the outdoors. The hardtop shades living spaces without breaking the connection to the sea, creating a continuous link between indoors and outdoors. A successful synthesis of contemporary design and volume efficiency.

Location: QML042 – Vieux Port – L 17.88m, W 4.75m – Boatbuilder based in Italy

The latest addition to the Trawler range, the Grand Trawler 63 builds on the strengths of its predecessor while incorporating the latest Beneteau innovations. More spacious, more modern, and still true to the spirit of long-distance cruising, it combines elegance with autonomy. A yacht designed to explore new horizons in comfort and serenity.

Location: PAN002 – Vieux Port – L 18.95m, W 5.45m – Boatbuilder based in France

Constructed from durable carbon fibre and designed by Mannerfelt Design, the Delta 72 distinguishes itself with cutting-edge innovation and sleek Scandinavian styling. Its generous volumes include a lifting platform, an additional tender garage and ample storage for water toys. A blend of lightness, performance and practicality for memorable sea excursions.

Location: QML047 – Vieux Port – L 19.7m, W 5.60m – Boatbuilder based in Sweden

As the world’s first yacht to combine hybrid propulsion with a CO₂ emissions reduction system, the Seadeck 7 heralds a new era in responsible boating. Its sleek lines and contemporary interiors are paired with a 40% reduction in carbon footprint, underlining Azimut’s commitment to sustainability.

Location: JETEE004 – Vieux Port – L 21.7m, W 5.22m – Boatbuilder based in Italy

An icon of nautical style, the VanDutch 75 revisits its “Black and White” aesthetic with a contemporary design of lacquered finishes and subtle contrasts. A true floating work of art, it combines Mediterranean elegance with technical innovation. A symbol of sophistication, this model redefines the day cruiser as a design object in its own right.

Location: PAN005 – Vieux Port – L 22.33m, W 5.90m – Boatbuilder based in Italy