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Boot The new creations presented
in Düsseldorf revealed the
Ferretti Group’s production
Generation choices for 2019, which revolve
around innovative designs
and elite style produced
in partnership with prestigious
names in architecture
Düsseldorf, Germany
The vitality of a large nautical group is fuelled
by constant leaps forward, lateral thinking, and
far-sighted steering towards a precise vision of the
future, with a delightful fusion of talents, materials,
and inspirations.
The Ferretti Group showed that it is in great shape
in this respect when its breathtaking new creations
thrilled the crowds at Boot Düsseldorf, which is the
top winter nautical event and was held from January
19 to 27 this year. It took a fleet of seven magnificent
yachts to the show and gave a world premiere to
the masterpiece of the “X Generation”: the new
Pershing 8X.The latest addition to the Pershing
selection looks set to make waves in the coming
nautical season with its sleek, sporty lines and
unbeatable quality and innovation standards, which
stem from the partnership between the architect
Fulvio De Simoni and the Ferretti Group’s Product
Strategy Committee and Engineering Department.
The carbon fiber Pershing 8X takes things to
the next level in terms of style, function, and
performance. As well as unprecedented lightness
and speed, the sport flybridge offers greater on-
board comfort because there was the scope to
design larger, more welcoming spaces.
The new Riva 90’ Argo was also officially presented.
The 90-foot yacht, a product of the partnership
with Officina Italiana Design (the studio founded
by designer Mauro Micheli and Sergio Beretta), is
part of the latest generation in the Riva flybridge
range, along with the Riva 100’ Corsaro and Riva
110’ Dolcevita. Meanwhile, no fewer than four new
projects were presented at Boot Düsseldorf. They
mark the start of a groundbreaking style and design
venture involving work in conjunction with some of
the best known architects in the world.
A real stir was caused by the concepts that were
announced: the new Custom Line Navetta 30 semi-
displacement super yacht, featuring design work by
legendary architects Antonio Citterio and Patricia
Viel; the Ferretti Yachts 720, which masterfully
combines the classical yet contemporary Ferretti
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Yachts style with a striking modern design by the 2019
architect Filippo Salvetti; the CRN 70m megayacht
developed in close partnership with the designers
Andrea Vallicelli and Alessandro Nazareth, who
were behind the concept, the exterior lines and goals: the successful Wally!
The beginning of the new
the division of the interior space; and the 48 year saw Ferretti Group
Wallytender, which will be making one of the most achieving important
eagerly awaited debuts at the next Cannes Yachting participation at Boot
Festival. Düsseldorf (left) and
“Enthusiasts and the market are as keen to see the the acquisition of Wally
Ferretti Group’s creations as they are to get a look (right) protagonist in the The Ferretti Group has purchased Wally,
picture: Stefano de Vivo,
at a brand’s latest collection during Milan fashion Ferretti Group Chief the iconic luxury yachting brand and a symbol
week or a new Formula 1 car by Ferrari. Our number Commercial Officer of design and innovation
one goal is to amaze people and hear them say and Wally General
‘Wow!’ During the presentations of the new models Manager, Luca Bassani,
Founder of Wally and
and projects in Düsseldorf, I saw sparkling looks in Alberto Galassi, Ferretti
lots of people’s eyes that suggested that was exactly Group CEO
how they felt. As part of our efforts to keep raising
the bar of beauty and exclusiveness higher and With the addition of Wally, the As a yachting enthusiast, I cannot wait
higher, we’ve started some prestigious partnerships Ferretti Group can now boast the to discover the yachts that will come
with top names in design and architecture. We widest and most varied portfolio of from the exclusive collaboration with
also presented our very own equivalent of a new brands in the entire Italian yachting Luca Bassani: it is a safe bet to say
Formula 1 car: the fantastic carbon fiber Pershing industry. Ferretti Group will invest in that they will push the boundaries of
8X. I think it’s fair to say we’ve started the year in developing Wally brand, designing innovation and cutting-edge looks.”
pole position,” stated Alberto Galassi, the Ferretti and creating new product ranges.
Group CEO. Alongside the Pershing 8X making The new models will be built at
its global debut, six hugely successful models were the Ferretti Group’s facilities, in
displayed: the Ferretti Yachts 550 and Ferretti Yachts particular, the Super Yacht Yard in
670, the Rivamare, 56’ Rivale and 66’ Ribelle by Ancona will be the main shipyard for
Riva, and the Pershing 5X. This year, the Group’s the construction of large Wally yachts.
stand attracted large numbers of owners, members The first project of this new era, the 48
of the trade, and nautical enthusiasts thanks to Wallytender, was unveiled at Boot in
its innovative, enchanting concept. It featured Düsseldorf, which will be one of the
original, welcoming lounges and a spacious VIP area most eagerly awaited débuts at the
complete with an American bar. Cannes Yachting Festival 2019.
The Ferretti Group’s partnership with leading Alberto Galassi, the Chief Executive
luxury players continued at the show in Germany: Officer of the Ferretti Group, had this
Seabob with its sea toys, La Scolca with its fine to say: “There has long been a mutual
wines, Mogi Caffè with its coffee blends, and Slam fascination between us and Wally
with its uniforms are the names that were chosen to and from today we will continue to
make the Boot Düsseldorf experience unique and develop this exceptional brand with a
memorable for visitors and owners. process, vision and investment.
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