A New Era of Luxury at Cannes Yachting Festival 2024
As the highly anticipated Cannes Yachting Festival 2024 approaches, the luxury yacht community eagerly awaits the world debut of Tankoa Yachts' latest masterpiece, the M/Y Go. This 45-meter superyacht, the first unit of the new T450 series, marks a significant milestone for the boutique Italian shipyard, known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and elegance. From September 10th to 15th, the festival will showcase some of the finest yachts in the world, but few will capture the attention and imagination of the yachting world like the Tankoa T450.
The Tankoa T450 series represents a bold new direction for Tankoa Yachts, expanding their offerings to the market of more compact superyachts. Despite being the first model under 50 meters from the shipyard, the T450 does not compromise on the luxury and craftsmanship that Tankoa is renowned for. Instead, it redefines what a smaller luxury superyacht can be, bringing Tankoa’s values to a new segment of the market.
Designed by the esteemed Cassetta - Yacht Design & Architecture, the T450 blends timeless elegance with modern design elements. The yacht’s exterior features a combination of robust steel and aluminum construction, ensuring both durability and a lightweight structure. The design is a visual symphony of bold vertical elements and sleek horizontal lines, creating a profile that is as distinctive as it is striking. The T450 stands out with its harmonious proportions and balanced aesthetics, ensuring it will turn heads in any marina.
M/Y Go: A Masterpiece of Customization and Innovation
The M/Y Go, introduced to Tankoa Yachts by the Italian Yacht Group of Fort Lauderdale, is a testament to the shipyard’s ability to customize and innovate according to client needs. The American client who commissioned M/Y Go requested an increase in the yacht’s gross tonnage from 430GT to 450GT, resulting in an enhanced interior volume that provides even more space and comfort.
This increase in volume has allowed for a reimagined interior layout, designed to maximize both functionality and luxury. The main saloon offers a sanctuary of comfort with stunning 270-degree views of the surrounding waters, making it a perfect space for socializing or relaxing in solitude. The forward owner's suite on the main deck is a haven of tranquility, providing a private retreat that exudes relaxation and peace. On the lower deck, five additional guest suites offer luxurious accommodations for family and friends, ensuring that everyone on board can experience the pinnacle of comfort.
One of the most innovative features of the M/Y Go is the generous beach club, which includes opening side platforms that wrap around the stern. This design allows for seamless access to the water, creating a unique space for lounging or enjoying water sports. The beach club is further enhanced by a sliding sunpad that can cover the pool during navigation, providing both safety and a versatile use of space.
The M/Y Go is not just a standalone masterpiece; it is also a flexible platform that showcases Tankoa’s ability to create semi-custom yachts. Claudio Corvino, Sales & Business Development Manager for the Americas and Asia-Pacific, emphasizes the significance of the T450 series: "The all-new Tankoa T450 M/Y Go is a great addition to the Tankoa core fleet of superyachts and it is an incredibly flexible platform on which we can create semi-custom yachts, offering big volumes without compromising on the sleek and elegant lines."
This flexibility allows clients to tailor the yacht to their specific tastes and requirements, ensuring that each T450 unit can be as unique as its owner. Whether it’s a different interior layout, specific materials, or personalized design elements, Tankoa Yachts is ready to accommodate the desires of its discerning clientele.
The introduction of the T450 series is a significant moment for Tankoa Yachts, as it brings the shipyard’s commitment to excellence into a new realm of superyachts. With the M/Y Go, Tankoa has demonstrated that luxury, innovation, and customization can be achieved even in a more compact vessel. This yacht sets a new standard for smaller superyachts, proving that size does not have to dictate the level of luxury or the quality of craftsmanship.
At the Cannes Yachting Festival, the M/Y Go will undoubtedly be one of the highlights, showcasing not only Tankoa’s design and engineering prowess but also the potential for smaller superyachts to offer the same level of opulence and performance as their larger counterparts. For those in the market for a yacht that combines elegant design, innovative features, and the ability to customize, the M/Y Go and the T450 series present a compelling option.
Looking Ahead: The Future of Tankoa Yachts
As Tankoa Yachts continues to innovate and expand its offerings, the T450 series is just the beginning of what promises to be an exciting future for the shipyard. The world debut of the M/Y Go at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2024 will not only mark the launch of a new yacht but also signal the dawn of a new era for Tankoa. With their unwavering dedication to quality and their ability to adapt and innovate, Tankoa Yachts is poised to continue leading the way in the luxury yacht market.
In conclusion, the M/Y Go is more than just a yacht; it is a statement of Tankoa’s vision for the future. For those who will attend the Cannes Yachting Festival, the opportunity to see this masterpiece in person is not to be missed. The M/Y Go is a yacht that embodies the very essence of luxury, and its debut will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on all who witness it.
Photo: Giuliano Sargentini - Words: Gabriel Parra
