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CUSTOM LINE 140’
We’ll soon see the new flagship by the Ferretti Group Superyacht in Ancona take to the water. The yard’s latest arrival joins a fleet of over 250 yachts whose design, flexibility, artisanal input and technology enables them to act as global ambassadors for the very best of Made in Italy expertise and flair by Désirée Sormani – ph. Courtesy of Custom Line 79
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ustom Line yachts are known for the impeccable quali-
ment. Since 2019 it has worked in collaboration with architect Filip-
ty and attention to detail that are the brand’s hallmar-
po Salvetti for exterior design and the prestigious Antonio Citterio
ks. These are joined by advanced technology, flexibility
Patricia Viel architecture studio for the interiors (the Navetta 30 was
and artisanality throughout the design process – plus,
the first result of this collaboration). In 2016, however, the planing
of course, the ingredient that’s so highly-prized in the international
line was created in collaboration with the Francesco Paszkowski De-
market, all-Italian creativity. Owners enter on nothing less than an
sign architecture studio in collaboration with Margherita Casprini
emotional journey when they choose the Custom Line yard. This exci-
and the Custom Line Atelier for the interiors. The range includes the
ting experience begins with the design process, an on-going dialogue
Custom Line 106’, Custom Line 120’ and the new Custom Line 140’,
that helps the yard’s clients create a yacht that faithfully reflects their
to be launched this year. With its 42.15 metre length and 8.57 metre
wishes and requirements. At the heart of this voyage lies the Custom
beam, the 140’ will be the flagship of the line. Its sleek, powerful
Line Atelier, part of the project management team, which includes
profile is shaped by taut lines running from stern to bow in harmony
talented architects who support owners right from the initial brief,
with the light structures and dark glass in a series of materials and
developing the yacht interiors and moulding them to their lifestyle.
colours. The Custom Line 140’ is laid out over three decks with the
The owner’s lifestyle is also expressed through the on-board decor,
emphasis on comfort. The guest and social areas feature extensive
enhanced by the links Custom Line has forged with the finest Italian
connections between the interior and exterior. The stern sea-level
design brands, enabling the yacht to host all the atmosphere and
beach area is designed to provide guests opportunities for relaxa-
warmth of a home, perfectly adapted for shipboard use – for example,
tion and conviviality. It can be furnished according to the owner’s
Ernestomeda for kitchens, Frette for linen, Venini artistic excellence
demands to maximise comfort. Equally comfortable, the sun deck
in hand-blown Murano glass and Fornasetti with its dining services
is a large panoramic terrace to be enjoyed in total privacy, with a
and furnishing complements.
relaxation area, hydromassage pool and free-standing furniture.
Over 250 yachts are currently sailing under the Custom Line flag, all
The main deck hosts a huge 30-square-metre saloon and the lovely
built during more than two decades at the Ferretti Group Superyacht
wide-body owner’s cabin, also covering over 30 square metres,
Yard in Ancona, whose five hangars each contain four yacht construc-
with walk-in wardrobe. Owners are also offered the option of a
tion slips and where the yard’s private port provides nine moorings.
panoramic terrace that drops down to sea level. On the upper deck,
Two lines are offered, semi-displacement and planing. The semi-
a glazed sky lounge develops forward internally and externally.
displacement line comprises the Navetta 30, Navetta 33, Navetta 37
There is also a 18-square-metre pilot house with the kind of map
and Navetta 42 – created by the Strategic Product Committee headed
area usually found on a large ship.
by engineer Piero Ferrari and the Engineering Ferretti Group manage-
www.customline-yacht.com
Founded in 1996, for more than 25 years Custom Line has built composite-build yachts with personalised interiors, to meet the requirements of the owners. Above, the living area of the Custom Line 140’. Left, the large aft beach area
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In these pictures, some of the results of relationships formed by the Ancona-based yard. Left, an Ernestomeda kitchen. A decorative plate service by Fornasetti can also be seen. Bottom, left, the hand-blown Murano glass vases by Venini and bottom, marine fabrics by Frette, a brand also used by Custom Line for bedlinen and bath collections
questions to Stefano de Vivo CCO of Ferretti Group What is the typical Custom Line owner, and what is he or she looking for? Custom Line clients are looking for a made-to-measure yacht that reflects their personality and the way they experience the sea. Every Custom Line yacht is a masterpiece that tells a unique story. It’s a perfect combination of cutting-edge technology, ingenious, functional solutions and a refined design. Custom Line is increasingly applying home design ideas to its yachts. Is this the company’s choice or a response to market demands? The sea is an emotion that must be experienced up close, so Custom Line designs the spaces in a personal way, for maximum comfort. Constant research and the choice of prestigious woods and finishes translates into a combination of lines, materials and furnishings with a distinctive character. Today’s yachts are increasingly thought of as private islands, seafront villas. Do your relationships with the finest Italian design brands reflect this? Yacht sailing is trending more and more towards the concept of floating villas and lofts, to live in at sea. Custom Line takes these trends and interprets them in the best possible way, blending the elegant intimacy of a private space with the seagoing experience. The aim is to offer ever larger, more sophisticated interior and exterior spaces that maximise on-board comfort and provide owners with privacy and well-being while emphasising contact with the sea. What’s the added value of a Custom Line yacht? Every Custom Line yacht is built by specialist master artisans whose work is infused with the pride and dedication they feel as creators of highly prestigious yachts. The distinctive lines of the exteriors and interiors are based on a collaboration between centres of design excellence, the yard’s architects and project managers and the Custom Line Atelier. In constant contact with the owner’s family, they create the yacht piece by piece. The pure lines are matched by a decisive character, the mark of a well-defined personality. What’s the common element in the relationships between Custom Line and the brands it creates relationships with? Heritage, Italian design, quality, artisanal techniques, constant innovation and exclusivity are the values linking Custom Line and the selected Italian design and furnishing brands that can give clients unique emotions and experiences. It’s a journey that goes beyond the superficial, beyond appearances, it’s one that starts with people, technicians, artisans, skills that are used every day when you become involved in the art of building refined yachts. A unique voyage, exactly like the yachts and their owners. Because sailing is an art.
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