New Ferretti Yachts 940 launched
by Ferretti Yachts 21 Jan 03:30 AEDT
Ferretti Yachts 940 © Ferretti Yachts
The first unit of the brand new Ferretti Yachts 940 was launched last January 15 at the Cattolica shipyard. The boat will remain in Italian waters, testifying to the strategic role of the domestic market for Ferretti Group.
The yacht, best thought of as a 'seagoing home', turns every journey into an unforgettable experience. The new model is in fact the perfect blend of design and spaciousness, somewhere to share festive moments and to relax with guests while enjoying the sea to the fullest.
With a length overall of 28.97 metres (95ft 1in) and a maximum beam of 6.78 metres (22ft 3in), this first widebody yacht in the range stands out for the five-cabin layout - with the master cabin positioned on the main deck - the outstandingly versatile exterior spaces and the incredible view out over the water through floor-to-ceiling glazed surfaces.
Ferretti Yachts 940 is the result of collaboration between the Strategic Product Committee chaired by Piero Ferrari and the Ferretti Group Engineering Department. The exterior styling is by Filippo Salvetti and the interiors are by design firm Ideaeitalia.
Starting from the stern on the main deck, the cockpit of the first unit is furnished with freestanding furniture and offers incredible versatility of use. The glass parapet, also a feature of Ferretti Yachts 1000, establishes continuity with the stern platform, creating the perfect area for sharing experiences with family and friends.
The almost 30-square-metre salon, entered through large sliding glass doors, is decorated on this unit in the brand's Classic mood, which taps into warm, earthy elements and is designed to bring the owner the pleasure of an elegant, inviting and uncluttered environment.
The area contains a large living space, furnished on this first unit with an L-shaped sofa facing a storage unit and a sliding TV, plus a centrally positioned dining table seating eight. The hallway forward of the galley leads to the new Raised Pilot House, featuring a single-piece windscreen with no central pillar for better visibility.
The main deck is also home to the full-beam owner's suite, which takes full advantage of the widebody hull concept and, on this unit, features the use of prized Silver Roots marble (for the desktop on the starboard side, on the forward wall behind the sofa, and in the bathroom); the full-beam bathroom is in the bow.
The extensive glazing is a striking new feature, including a floor-to-ceiling window in the dining area that floods the space with natural light, thanks in part to an external parapet designed so that it doesn't obstruct the view. In this first unit, the floor-to-ceiling glazing features a sliding door to provide direct access to the starboard side walkway.
The outdoor area forward contains a large sunpad, a generous C-shaped sofa and a table. The wide walkways provide easy access to the mooring area.
The more than generously sized flybridge is the perfect place to share al fresco lunches and dinners while revelling in the beauty of the marine environment.
The guest area on the lower deck provides a total of three VIP cabins and one guest cabin with sliding beds.
The first unit launched is fitted with two 2000 mhp, MAN V12 engines, reaching a top speed of 25 knots and a cruising speed of 21 knots (preliminary data).