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To create a Purchase and Sale Agreement , go to the Deal tab and click the Add Deal button, as displayed below.

If you are the Selling Broker Only or the Listing Broker Only, you will need to add the other broker's information. Click on the blue Broker Search  button to pull in the other broker.

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4) Add Terms (ie: Offer Amount, Contract Date, Closing Date, etc..)

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Benetti's M/Y Triumph out at sea

When it comes to luxury yachts, Benetti is the leader in the industry. It attracts the very wealthy titans of industry, be they financiers, tech innovators, sports superstars or music and fashion icons, and even fictional action heroes. Think James Bond. Think Beyonce and Jay Z on the Mediterranean, who have chartered Benetti’s mega yacht the Lana replete with helipad, pool, gym, cinema room - a mansion on the high seas. Think footballer Zlatan Ibrahimovic who treated himself to a 34-meter Benetti Oasis 34M model.

Benetti has an incredible nautical history. It continues to be a leader and innovator in the yachting sector 150 years after it was founded in Viareggio, Italy. A new book from Assouline entitled Benetti celebrates the sailing history of the company, filled with lavish photographs that would make even those who are new to the boating world drool and fantasize about owning a mega yacht.

Below Benetti/Azimut’s chair Giovanna Vitelli shares some insights on the company, catering to the super rich and the future of luxury yachts.

Benetti's new book celebrates the company's incredible nautical history.

How does the yacht client differ in terms of wants and needs from region to region?

The customization of a Benetti yacht is based on the lifestyle of each individual owner. It reflects the owner’s personality, dreams, and needs, even though there are cultural requests that vary from region to region. For instance, for US owners, a frequent request is a large bar paired with barbecue on the upper deck. Some clients might request extensive wine cellars, while others need a full-on office space to get work done while onboard. A spa, a larger space to store water toys, a gym area, and so on…

Who is the Benetti client? What do they expect from a yacht?

A Benetti client is elegant and sophisticated, most typically a man typically in his fifties. Owners are now trending typically 10 years younger than before. Of course, we are still talking about very wealthy and successful people, but unlike the past, where yacht ownership may have primarily symbolized opulence, today's owner seeks something deeper - a private space for special moments to share with family and friends. A floating home, with all the personal comforts, to enjoy a closer connection with the sea.

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How do you anticipate the rapid advancements in technology given that it takes years to complete a yacht?

By investing. We started investing in technology more than 20 years ago when my father created an internal R&D department aiming to reduce fuel consumption. Since then, the guiding principles of the Group's product philosophy have been innovative exterior and interior design for the creation of a new onboard lifestyle, while reducing CO2 emissions and energy consumption, both of which are consistently reflected in our yachts.

An example of technology applied to design is our innovative OASIS DECK®: two highly engineered lateral wings that can open while at anchor to enlarge the outside area in the stern, creating a "beach area" on the water. This revolutionary system was designed in collaboration with the UK-based RWD studios before COVID, and anticipated the need that arose during the pandemic to connect with nature. The enlarged stern also features an infinity pool seamlessly integrated into the flush deck. We have created a new, informal lifestyle onboard with this transformative design – and the OASIS DECK® has been a big success in terms of sales.

The interiors of the main salon of Benetti Oasis 34M series.

Where do you see the yachting industry heading?

There is a noticeable trend in our industry: a younger clientele compared to just five years ago, with a more conscious approach. Sustainability should no longer be merely a marketing pitch within the industry, and we, as leaders, feel the need to drive this change. Yacht owners are increasingly embracing the concept of mega yachts constructed using durable, sustainable materials, and energy-efficient technologies, resulting in reduced carbon emissions.

The next objective is to further optimize consumption and emissions generated by onboard systems. This subject is especially relevant to larger boats, which spend around 90% of their time at anchor. Benetti has begun to address this by developing the “Zero Emission Hotel Mode” powered by fuel cells and advanced power management systems, including solutions to reduce air conditioning energy consumption by up to 50%.

Additionally, for our use in tests, sea trials, etc, we have turned to HVOlution (Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil), produced by ENI, a biofuel made entirely from renewable raw materials. Our recent tests recorded a reduction in well-to-wake CO2 emissions from 60 to 80%, compared to a yacht of comparable size powered by fossil fuel.

What have been the most out-of-this-world request you’ve ever had for the outfitting of a boat?

We have added things like a wood-burning pizza oven and a flower refrigerator. We’ve done a copy of the Sistine Chapel fresco over the dining table on a Benetti yacht.

How do you marry the tradition and history of Benetti with the increasingly modern world of today?

At Benetti, our goal is to blend our rich heritage with the utmost in design and engineering. Take, for instance, our models like the Motopanfilo 37M, which pay homage to maritime history while adding a touch of modern flair. The traditional 1960s aesthetics are reimagined for a modern lifestyle by renowned talents such as Lazzarini & Pickering. Our collaborations extend beyond the nautical realm to include designers and architects from diverse backgrounds, like Bonetti/Kozerski, whose expertise in luxury brands (such as Donna Karan and Tod's), hospitality, and the new Pace Gallery in New York has been seamlessly applied to Benetti’s OASIS line.

Giovanna Vitelli, chair of Benetti/Azimut Group

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