The gems of the yachting world

Again this year it was a pleasure to stroll along the quays and pontoons of the boat shows of the Côte d’Azur. There’s still a certain amount of enthusiasm for the sector devoted to the utmost in yachting lifestyle. Today, however, more attention is paid to caution and design coherence, with less tolerance towards projects that are unrealistic or in bad taste. Meanwhile, the true values compatible with life at sea gain ground - values such energy savings, followed closely by respect for the environment, but also direct benefits for boat owners such as increased comfort, quietness and long range. The other good news is that, with the exception of the extreme-length yacht sector where the undisputed protagonists remain the Dutch and the British, the leading players of many of the most imaginative new vessels are the Italian shipyards. You only need to look at one of the most recent creations from Admiral, Nameless, the Cacos V, a real gem of yacht, the work of Luca Dini in partnership with the Group Style Centre. This semi-displacement vessel of 41 metres boasts two significant records: the greatest interior volume in the world for its category and the highest rating for comfort ever assigned by RINA (Registro Italiano Navale), which indicates values of noise and vibrations that are decidedly below average levels for the sector. Paszkowski and Mancini have instead put their signature on the umpteenth rebirth of a Baglietto 44 metres with the intriguing name of Monokini, chosen by the owner to highlight the levels of comfort and unique amenities. The furnishings and functions for outdoor living in this craft were a major priority, while the interiors clearly draw inspiration from aviation design. Dini lends his name again to the latest vessel from Mondo Marine, Nameless, which was presented at the Monaco Yacht Show. No expense was spared in