PEARL YACHTS TO HOST WORLD PREMIERE OF THE PEARL 73 AT THE CANNES YACHTING FESTIVAL 2026
Pearl Yachts, the renowned British boutique yacht builder, will return to the Cannes Yachting Festival from 8–13 September 2026 with an exceptional three-yacht display, headlined by the highly anticipated world premiere of the all-new Pearl 73. Joining the latest addition to the fleet will be the award-winning Pearl 63 and the flagship Pearl 82, showcasing the evolution of the brand’s distinctive approach to luxury yacht design.
As one of the world’s most prestigious yachting events, the Cannes Yachting Festival provides the perfect stage for Pearl Yachts to present its latest innovation, craftsmanship and owner-focused design philosophy to an international audience.
World Premiere: Pearl 73 representing the next generation of Pearl’s acclaimed flybridge series, the Pearl 73 builds on the success of its predecessor with a sleeker, more contemporary exterior by Dixon Yacht Design. The yacht introduces a thoughtfully reconfigured main deck, with the galley positioned aft to create a seamless connection between the cockpit and the saloon, enhancing both entertaining and day-to-day life on board.
Larger hull windows maximise natural light throughout the interior, while fold-down balconies transform the aft cockpit into a Riviera-inspired beach terrace, strengthening the connection with the sea and embracing the Mediterranean lifestyle.
Inside, the Pearl 73 debuts the elegant new Monochrome interior concept by Kelly Hoppen Interiors. A refined palette of greys, off-whites and charcoal tones is layered with tactile materials to create a calm, sophisticated environment that is both contemporary and enduring.
Accommodation remains one of the yacht’s defining strengths. The four-cabin layout features two master suites—one forward with a private entrance and a second full-beam owner’s suite amidships—continuing Pearl’s reputation for offering exceptional space and versatility within its class. Powered by twin MAN V12 engines, the Pearl 73 reaches speeds of up to 32 knots, delivering an impressive balance of performance, comfort and efficiency.
A Trio Showcasing Pearl’s Design Excellence joining the Pearl 73 at Cannes will be two of the shipyard’s most celebrated models.
The Pearl 63 continues to set new standards in the 20-metre segment, offering four guest cabins, a full-beam master suite and beautifully appointed interiors by Kelly Hoppen, all within a remarkably spacious layout.
The Pearl 82, often described as a compact superyacht, features five en-suite staterooms, including an exceptional main deck owner’s suite complete with a private foredeck terrace. Its raised pilothouse configuration and expansive flybridge make it equally suited to entertaining and long-range cruising.
Commenting on the upcoming festival, Iain Smallridge, Founder and Managing Director of Pearl Yachts said “The Cannes Yachting Festival is always one of the highlights of the yachting calendar, but this year is particularly special for Pearl. The world premiere of the Pearl 73 marks an important milestone for our team and perfectly reflects our philosophy of continually evolving through owner feedback. Bringing together Bill Dixon’s exceptional naval architecture with Kelly Hoppen’s elegant new Monochrome interior has resulted in a yacht that truly embodies the Pearl DNA.
“Displaying the Pearl 73 alongside the Pearl 63 and Pearl 82 demonstrates the breadth and strength of our range, while also building momentum ahead of the highly anticipated debut of our new flagship, the Pearl 100 Hybrid, which will premiere in the United States later this year. We look forward to welcoming our clients, partners and members of the international media to Cannes to celebrate these exciting milestones.”
Like every yacht in the Pearl fleet, the Pearl 73, Pearl 63 and Pearl 82 are backed by Pearl Yachts’ industry-leading comprehensive five-year warranty, underscoring the shipyard’s commitment to quality, reliability and long-term owner confidence.
Pearl Yachts will also host an exclusive press cocktail reception on Wednesday, 9 September at 11:00 on the Pearl Yachts stand, where the Pearl 73 will be officially unveiled to the international media.
Pearl Yachts at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2026
Dates: 8–13 September 2026
Location: Quai Max Laubeuf
On Display: Pearl 73 (World Premiere), Pearl 63, Pearl 82
