by Bernard Corcos 
The Monaco Yacht Show 2021, the most prestigious yacht show of the world, took place in the legendary Port Hercule of Monaco from the 22nd to the 25th of September. Among the sixty superyachts that were showcased, 37 were new deliveries unveiled by their builders for the first time. Finest Residences selected the eleven greatest megayachts and superyachts of the Monaco Yacht Show 2021.
IJE, 108m, Benetti
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The 108m (354.2ft) yacht IJE was conceived, built and delivered for a very experienced owner as the ultimate world-cruising family yacht and has only ever been used privately. The owner’s highly experienced build team worked closely with sought-after British design studio RWD, the Italian shipyard Benetti and naval architect PierLuigi Ausonio to deliver a relaxed, informal beach house-style yacht with the complete range of superyacht features.
To know more, please visit Benetti.com
Viva, 94m, Feadship
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The megayacht Viva, from the Dutch shipyard Feadship, is the largest new build of the Monaco Yacht Show 2021 edition with her impressive 94m and hybrid propulsion system, as required by her owner. This allows Viva to travel a comfortable 12 knots on diesel-electric power in the pristine areas the yacht is set to explore. The giant glass construction is a prominent feature in the remarkable exterior design by Feadship Studio De Voogt and Azure. They also obviously play a key role in the open beach-house-style interior by Peter Marino Architects.
To know more, please visit Feadship.nl
Artefact, 80m, Nobiskrug
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The hybrid superyacht Artefact was built by Nobiskrug in 2019. Her recognisable exterior was made by Gregory C Marshall, while her interior was penned by Reymond Langton Design. Artefact is one of the world’s first superyachts to meet IMO Tier III emissions regulations. The solar panels and a large battery storage system allows the vessel to operate for a limited time with no use of internal combustion engines.
Artefact is not only a new build but a platform for innovation. An engineer and accomplished entrepreneur, the owner wanted to minimize emissions and the impact to the environment while furthering the state of the art through the use of cutting-edge technologies that can be deployed across all classes of vessels to promote cleaner seas and dramatically improved fuel efficiency. Intended to spearhead the future direction of yachting, ARTEFACT showcases innovative power generation technologies, digital power management, azimuthing pods with dynamic positioning and full digital automation in an aesthetically striking design that frames its environment.
To know more, please visit Nobiskrug.com
Victorious, 85m, Akyacht
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The brand-new explorer exterior was made by Michael Leach Design, while the interior was penned by H2 Yacht Design. The bridge deck is dedicated to the owner offering an aft-facing cabin complete with a bathroom and walk-in wardrobe opening onto a private terrace with hot tub and walk-around side-decks. There are two children’s cabins too, a double and a twin. Five further guest suites on the main deck include a full-beam VIP suite, the lower deck has one double and three twin guest/children/staff cabins and an elevator serves bridge to lower decks. Among numerous entertainment spaces, the sun deck has a gentlemen’s club with fireplace, wine cellar and humidor, lounge, dining and a terrace aft. Victorious also has a touch-and-go helipad, the upper deck’s indoor and outdoor dining and forward observation lounge, main deck cinema and children’s playroom, a huge 200 sq. m beach club with 77.5 sq. m pool, two lounge and bar areas, gym, full wellness spa and two sea terraces.
To know more, please visit Akyacht.com
Tatiana, 80m, Bilgin Yachts
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Tatiana is the first of a series of three superyachts under construction at Bilgin Yachts, which characterizes the Turkish builder’s ambition to join the world’s elite of yacht builders. Tatiana was built in accordance with the latest IMO Tier III standards and comes fitted with a special exhaust system for “100% clean air emissions,” according to her builder. Tatiana’s layout contains generous living areas, with a beach club and a huge spa. Accommodation is offered for up to 12 guests across eight staterooms. Her interior was made by H2 Yacht Design.
To know more, please visit Bilgin Yachts
Polaris, 70.2m, Rossinavi
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Rossinavi exhibits here the largest construction in its history with Polaris, an ice explorer of 70.2m. This flagship project was launched in January 2021 and was designed inside and out by Team 4 Design. Polaris has been developed with an emphasis on yachting lifestyle, able to move from the warm waters of the Caribbean to the sub-zero conditions of Antarctica. The 70m explorer can accommodate twelve guests and seventeen crew members.
To know more, please visit Rossinavi.com
Resilience, 65m, ISA Yachts
Cloud 9, 61.5m, Sanlorenzo
Time Off, 55.5m, Damen Yachting
13800, 55.5m, Lürssen
To know more, please visit Lürssen.com
Moskito, 55m, Heesen Yachts
To know more, please visit Heesen.com
