Navetta 35 Construction Kicks Off at Custom Line Ancona
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Steel cutting and keel modules for the Custom Line Navetta 35 have entered the initial production phase at the Ancona yard, with a staged logistics plan routing engine deliveries, joinery kits and stone cladding across three major supply windows to meet a tight outfitting schedule.
Design and Dimensions
The Navetta 35 is a 34.5-metre displacement yacht with a 7.7-metre beam, optimised for internal volume within the under-270 GT regulatory band. The project targets more than 300 m² of combined interior and exterior living space over three decks, with a 58 m² sundeck that can include a jacuzzi and optional pool. Filippo Salvetti led the exterior styling, working with the Strategic Product Committee chaired by Piero Ferrari and the Ferretti Group Engineering Department, producing a look that borrows sporty cues from the automotive world while prioritising usable space.
Exterior Styling and Deck Layout
The upper deck sports a panoramic 44 m² lounge and al fresco dining for ten, flowing into an enclosed saloon and forward bow lounging area. A shaded hardtop offers scope for a sky bar or lounge, while the main-deck aft features a reconfigured starboard external staircase hidden behind a reflective panel that opens into a naturally lit corridor toward the master suite.
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Interior Options and Cabin Plan
Accommodation is set for 10 guests in five cabins: a master suite forward plus four guest cabins below, one with a Pullman bed for flexible arrangements. Interiors from Antonio Citterio and Patricia Viel (ACPV Architects) come in three distinct moods:
- Contrast Chocolate Mood — dark brown leather, bone-china lacquer, Grigio Alpi stone.
- Contrast Oyster Mood — pale woods, dark leather, tone-on-tone fabrics.
- Light Mood — ivory, beige and caramel tones with three-dimensional white lacquered paneling.
Engineering, Performance and Compliance
Propulsion is based on twin MAN V12 engines at 1,400 hp each, designed to give an economical cruising range up to 1,800 nautical miles. An optional twin CAT C32 package rated at 1,622 hp per unit pushes top speed to about 16 knots. The platform is prepared for a Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system to cut NOx emissions by roughly 70%, aligning with IMO Tier III requirements where applicable.
Garage, Toys and Tender Handling
A stern garage on the lower deck will accommodate a tender up to 5 metres plus a jet ski, keeping water toys stowed yet quickly deployable for diving, fishing or shuttle duties to shore. The layout balances toy stowage with fuel and service access, an important detail for charter ops where turnaround time matters.
Production, Compliance and Supply Chain
From a logistical standpoint, the Navetta 35 programme strings together multiple specialised suppliers: diesel engines and exhaust after-treatment units, bespoke stone and leather interiors, glass and hardtop fabrication, plus electronics and HVAC systems. Critical path items identified so far are engine deliveries, SCR hardware, and preassembled joinery crates. When push comes to shove, delayed deliveries of a single long-lead item—like the SCR catalyst or a bespoke jacuzzi shell—can hold up final commissioning, so inventory buffers have been planned at the yard.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Length Overall | 34.5 m |
| Beam | 7.7 m |
| Decks | 3 |
| Sundeck Area | 58 m² |
| Guest Capacity | 10 (5 cabins) |
| Standard Engines | 2 × MAN V12 (1,400 hp) |
| Optional Engines | 2 × CAT C32 (1,622 hp) |
| Range | Up to 1,800 nm |
Charter Market and Rental Implications
For charter brokers and marina operators, Navetta 35’s emphasis on volume and social deck spaces makes it an attractive addition to the luxury charter pool — think long-range island-hopping itineraries, Gulf or Mediterranean cruising and private owner-use with occasional charter. The three-mood interior palette simplifies matching client tastes during marketing, and a stern garage that fits a 5-m tender supports popular water activities like diving, fishing and fast runs ashore.
Operational Considerations for Captains and Owners
- Crew Planning: Guest capacity and service areas drive minimum crew size and provisioning strategy.
- Marina Needs: Beam and LOA determine berthing options; under-270 GT status opens more flexibility at certain marinas.
- Environmental Ops: SCR readiness and efficient cruising speeds reduce fuel penalties in emission-controlled zones.
What This Means for Renters and Buyers
Charter agencies and private owners should note that the Navetta 35’s blend of volume, range and toy-carrying capability positions it well for both seasonal rentals and longer-term sale listings. It brings the kind of liveaboard comfort that guests expect on a superyacht while keeping operating costs reasonable for transoceanic repositioning.
In summary, Custom Line’s Navetta 35 marries sporty, automotive-inspired lines with a practical displacement platform tailored for volume, customisation and regulatory compliance. Early production moves in Ancona underline tight supply-chain choreography—engines, SCR readiness, joinery and stonework all lining up—to deliver a 34.5 m yacht designed for comfortable long-range cruising, attractive charter prospects and versatile owner use. Whether listed for sale, offered for charter or kept in an owner's rotation, the Navetta 35 checks many boxes for modern yachting: yacht, charter, boat, beach, rent, lake, sailing, captain, sale, Destinations, superyacht, activities, yachting, sea, ocean, boating, gulf, water, sunseeker, marinas, clearwater, fishing.
