Benetti has premiered its new Mediterraneo 116’ at the Cannes Yachting Festival in France.

The new Class Displacement series model is a 35.5-m characterised by smooth and slender lines and represents a true stylistic revolution for the shipyard.

One of the main focuses of the project is the brightness theme: the careful superstructure’s design provides a sensation of luminosity, amplified by several elements on board. 

For instance, the 2-m-wide crystal doors that from the main deck leads to the main salon, or the continuous 3-meter-tall majestic windows. In the same salon, in the dining area, two windows give onto the exterior walkway that, thanks to its width, can also be used as a balcony.

On the main deck, another perfect example of the revolution in design and layout can be found, a 6-m-wide cockpit allows a panoramic view of the sea right forward with intelligent use of ergonomic spaces.

Further forward, always on the main deck, there are the owner's apartments, while guests have at their disposal four cabins in the lower deck, each one enriched by a large window, which gives an exceptional sea-level view. The design is excellent for the crew movement as well, granting the perfect privacy and the maximum efficiency.

A large space is dedicated to fun and entertainments on the external area, with a huge completely customizable area on the upper deck.

Performance is guaranteed by two Man V-12-1400 developing 1,400 hp each, giving the 116' a top speed of 15 knots. At ten knots, the efficient hull design gives the Mediterraneo 116' a cruising range of 3,000 nautical miles.

Founded in 1873, Benetti is the oldest Italian builder of motor-yachts, and an icon of timeless Italian styling combined with excellence in construction. Benetti designs, builds and markets two product lines: the Class Range with composite construction from 95' to 140', and Custom with steel and aluminium construction over 45 m in length.

The Cannes festival concludes today.