Riva is going bigger and, dare we say, bolder than ever before.
The storied Italian shipyard, which Pietro Riva founded on the shore of Lake Iseo way back in 1842, has just unveiled the largest model in its 180-year history. The new Riva 70 Metri flagship will span an impressive 230 feet, meaning it will have a solid 53 feet on the current flagship. (The Riva 54 Metri measures 177 feet.)
The 70 Metri will be big in terms of innovation, too. Designed for a loyal Riva client, the newcomer will be equipped with the latest and greatest green technology to ensure it is cleaner on the seas than traditional competitors.
“Riva 70 Metri promises to set the bar for thrilling experiences in the years to come,” Ferretti Group CEO Alberto Galassi said in a statement. “She’s a superyacht of timeless beauty that will take the magnificent universe of Riva’s style features and detailing into a new dimension, combining it with cutting-edge navigation and environmental sustainability technology.”
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As with all Rivas in recent years, the 70 Metri is the result of a collaboration between Officina Italiana Design, a product strategy committee led by Piero Ferrari, and the Ferretti engineering department. The superyacht showcases a sturdy steel hull, a lightweight aluminium superstructure, and the sleek lines synonymous with Riva. It will also feature a new hybrid propulsion system, heat recovery technology, and a PTO/PTI system that creates electrical power under sail and improves fuel efficiency.
“The sophisticated and extremely selective owner had a very clear idea: to build a timeless boat with classic lines and a green spirit for cruising in a style that fully respects the sea,” explained Officina Italiana CEO Sergio Beretta and chief designer Mauro Micheli.
Riva didn’t provide any details regarding the interior layout or any renders of the living quarters. (It only shared one rather ambiguous teaser image of the vessel, in fact.) The shipyard did say that a great emphasis was placed on onboard acoustic comfort, though: Innovative solutions for reducing noise and vibration levels will ensure a quiet and smooth living environment at sea.
The new 70 Metri will be built at the Riva Superyachts Division in Ancona, Italy. The state-of-the-art shipyard covers nearly 20 acres and is where all fleet members measuring from 164 to 295 feet come to life. The first 54 Metri will launch in 2025, with hulls two and three set for 2026 and 2027, respectively. No delivery date has yet been set for the 70 Metri.
“A manifesto of style, design and innovation, this spectacular flagship will lead the fantastic fleet of new Riva masterpieces with majestic elegance,” adds Galassi.
Bigger and bolder, indeed.
