New Year, New Yacht, New Build

Posted January 14, 2025 in Brokerage & New Build by Janine St.Denis

As the calendar flips the page to another January, we welcome a new year and new opportunities. And if you’re in the market for a yacht, the opportunity to buy a new build is ready and available.

Purchasing a new build yacht offers an opportunity to own something unique. Unlike pre-owned yachts, new builds provide a blank canvas. New build owners are able to work hand-in-glove with shipyards, naval architects, and designers to customize the yacht. Choosing custom or semi-custom will dictate how much customization is available. Sometimes, full layout choices are on the table, while other new build opportunities offer amenities and decor as choices.

If choosing a fully custom new build yacht, owners often are able to select materials, finishes, and features that reflect their personal style while optimizing the yacht for how the owner plans to use it—whether for luxurious family vacations, entertaining guests, or long-distance cruising.

Another significant benefit of purchasing a new build yacht is access to cutting-edge technology and design innovations. New builds incorporate the latest advancements in engineering, sustainability, and automation. Modern yachts are often more fuel-efficient, environmentally friendly, and equipped with state-of-the-art navigation and entertainment systems. This ensures a superior experience on the water, enhanced by the reliability and efficiency of the newest systems and components.
New build yachts also provide peace of mind regarding maintenance and warranties. Unlike pre-owned yachts, where wear and tear may require immediate attention, a new build comes with brand-new equipment and systems covered under manufacturer warranties. This reduces the likelihood of unexpected repair costs in the early years of ownership, allowing you to enjoy your yacht with minimal stress.

Another benefit is the ability to future-proof the investment. A new build yacht is designed to meet current and future trends in the industry, from hybrid propulsion systems to modular interiors that can adapt to changing needs.

Finally, the process of building a yacht is a rewarding journey. Working alongside naval architects, designers, and shipyards, you’ll witness your dream come to life, creating a sense of pride and accomplishment that is unparalleled.

If you’re in the market for a new build yacht, N&J has several on the market, ready for their owner to take the reigns and begin customizing their dream yacht.

SIMENA sailing yacht rendering anchored with the sails down in a pristine bay surrounded by mountains SIMENA
LOA: 203′ 4″ (62m)
Builder: Ares Yachts
Build: 2025
Guests: 12
Cabins: 6
Crew: 9
Asking Price: €45,900,000

SIRENA 42 yacht rendering cruising in blue water SIRENA 42M/01
LOA: 138′ (42.2m)
Builder: Sirena Yachts
Build: 2026
Guests: 12
Cabins: 6
Crew: 9
Asking Price: €23,950,000

AVA KANDO yacht rendering anchored in beautiful crystalline water over a reef with a person paddleboarding nearby KANDO 110
Length: 110′ (33.53m)
Builder: AvA Yachts
Build: 2025
Guests: 12
Cabins: 6
Crew: 7
Asking Price: €15,450,000

Infiniti 105 sailing yacht rendering in the ocean with the sails down INFINITI 105
Length: 105′ (32m)
Builder: McConaghy Boats
Build: 2026
Guests: 6
Cabins: 3
Crew: 4
Asking Price: €15,950,000

Veloce 80 yacht rendering at night with blue lights 80 VELOCE 
LOA: 82′ 1″ (25.49m)
Builder: Cantieri di Pisa
Build: 2025
Cabins: 3
Crew: 2
Asking Price: €7,200,000

If you are interested in any of the new build yachts listed above, any other new build yachts on the market or commissioning your own new build yacht with a yacht builder, Northrop & Johnson’s expert yacht brokers are ready to help you navigate the process with ease. Click here to connect with a new build expert today.

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