FOUR EXPRESSIONS OF EXCELLENCE. ONE DNA, CANTIERE DELLE MARCHE’S
Ranging from 31 to 35 metres, the four explorer yachts delivered by Cantiere delle Marche during the first half of 2026 perfectly illustrate how a shared engineering philosophy can produce four entirely different yachts. Built to the same uncompromising standards of structural integrity, reliability and long-range capability, Deep Blue 115 Octopus, Nauta Air 108 Tartaruga, Nauta Air 110 Ammonite and RJ102 Mon Coeur all share the core qualities that define every CdM explorer yacht. Common construction methods, advanced engineering solutions, proven technical equipment and outstanding seakeeping performance provide the foundation upon which each yacht has been developed.
Beyond these shared characteristics, however, every yacht reflects a unique owner’s vision. Different cruising ambitions have resulted in distinct layouts, personalities and onboard lifestyles, demonstrating the remarkable flexibility of CdM’s semi-custom approach.
A comparison of their General Arrangements and Technical Specifications clearly shows how far this philosophy can be taken. Although the four yachts occupy a relatively compact size range, they differ significantly in accommodation, crew organisation, spatial distribution and the relationship between interior and exterior living areas. Every deck arrangement, every engineering solution and every interior has been tailored to the owner’s priorities rather than following a standard production formula.
Four different yachts. One shared philosophy: designing and building authentic explorer yachts with the engineering excellence and craftsmanship that have made Cantiere delle Marche the world’s leading specialist in this unique market segment.
This flexibility is particularly evident when comparing the two Nauta Air models. Although the Nauta Air 108 and Nauta Air 110 belong to the same family and embrace the same design philosophy, they are far more than simply shorter and longer versions of the same yacht. Their layouts, internal volumes and functional organisation have been conceived around two distinct cruising programmes, highlighting CdM’s extraordinary ability to create highly customised yachts even when working from a common platform.
The following pages analyse these four explorer yachts through their General Arrangements and Technical Specifications. Rather than relying on subjective impressions, the comparison is based on objective data that demonstrates how Cantiere delle Marche combines consistent engineering principles with exceptional design flexibility, creating yachts that are genuinely tailored to each owner’s ambitions.
Shared DNA, Distinct Personalities Beneath the individuality of each yacht lies unmistakable CdM DNA. Bright, elegant and understated interiors place comfort, practicality and quality ahead of ostentation. These are yachts conceived to be lived aboard during extended voyages rather than admired from the dock.
Together, these four explorer yachts demonstrate CdM’s ability to transform widely different owner briefs into vessels that remain instantly recognisable as Cantiere delle Marche creations. Each embodies the same uncompromising approach to engineering while expressing the passion for exploration and deep connection with the sea shared by owners from different backgrounds, cultures and generations.
Spanning from 31 to 35 metres, the four explorer yachts launched during the first six months of 2026 share the same technical excellence, equipment and long-range performance while offering completely different layouts, accommodation capacities and crew arrangements.
RJ102 MON COEUR at 31 metres, Mon Coeur demonstrates how the defining qualities of the RJ series can be successfully translated into a more compact explorer without compromising capability, comfort or style. Developed entirely around her owners’ vision, she is the first 31-metre RJ created by Cantiere delle Marche.
As Vasco Buonpensiere, Co-Founder and CEO of CdM, explains, Mon Coeur was born from her owners’ desire to enjoy the unmistakable character of the RJ family in a smaller yacht. Working alongside designer Francesco Paszkowski, the shipyard transformed that ambition into reality.
For Paszkowski, the challenge was to preserve the powerful stance and expedition character that distinguish the larger RJ models while adapting their proportions to a 31-metre platform. The result is a yacht that remains unmistakably part of the RJ family while establishing a distinctive identity of her own.
With an overall length of 31.66 metres, a beam of 7.35 metres and a full-load displacement of 280 tonnes, Mon Coeur has been engineered for serious long-distance cruising. Twin Caterpillar C18 Acert IMO Tier III engines, each producing 533 kW, propel the yacht, while her 37,000-litre fuel capacity delivers a range exceeding 4,000 nautical miles at an economical cruising speed of 10 knots.
Accommodation is provided for nine guests in four suites, including the owner’s suite, with one guest cabin featuring an additional Pullman berth. Five crew members ensure seamless operation throughout extended expeditions.
One of the yacht’s defining characteristics is the absence of a traditional sundeck. Instead, all the functions normally associated with this deck have been incorporated into an expansive Upper Deck, where generous spaces accommodate a bar, al fresco dining, lounging and sunbathing areas, together with a Jacuzzi. This solution delivers the same outdoor lifestyle while maintaining a cleaner, more compact profile.
Designed by Giorgio M. Cassetta, the interiors were conceived around the owners’ lifestyle rather than conventional design formulas. Created as a comfortable home for a couple exploring the world, the yacht features a spacious owner-operated galley, warm natural materials, bespoke organically shaped furniture and refined detailing throughout. Generous spaces dedicated to a limited number of guests reinforce Mon Coeur‘s role as an intimate platform for sharing extraordinary journeys in complete comfort and privacy.
NAUTA AIR 108 TARTARUGA both the exterior styling and interior design bear the signature of Nauta Design, resulting in a yacht where aesthetics and functionality exist in perfect harmony. Bright, welcoming interiors maximise the generous internal volume, accommodating ten guests plus two additional Pullman berths across five comfortable suites, including a forward owner’s suite on the Main Deck.
The Main and Upper Decks host spacious lounges flooded with natural light, creating relaxed and inviting social environments. Outdoor living centres around the expansive cockpit overlooking the stern, the partially shaded Upper Deck terrace and the generous sundeck, all designed for relaxation and entertaining.
Five crew members are accommodated on the Lower Deck, while the captain’s cabin is located adjacent to the wheelhouse on the Upper Deck.
Measuring 32.6 metres in length with a beam of 7.55 metres and a displacement of 295.6 tonnes, the Nauta Air 108 is powered by twin 533 kW Caterpillar C18 Acert engines equipped with Selective Catalytic Reduction technology to comply with IMO emissions regulations. Carrying 42,970 litres of fuel, she offers a range exceeding 4,000 nautical miles at 10 knots.
To allow operation in environmentally protected areas where anchoring is restricted, the yacht is equipped with a Dynamic Positioning System that automatically maintains her position without dropping anchor. The tender is stored forward on the Upper Deck and launched using a davit crane.
Hydro Tec’s naval architecture combines elegant design with advanced engineering solutions, including a bulbous bow and flat aft sections that optimise fuel efficiency while delivering exceptional stability and seakeeping.
NAUTA AIR 110 AMMONITE beneath Ammonite’s clean, elegant profile lies a robust steel hull and highly dependable engineering systems designed to ensure safe and comfortable cruising to even the world’s most remote destinations.
Conceived from the outset as a genuine ocean-going explorer, she embodies the reliability, autonomy and seaworthiness that have become synonymous with Cantiere delle Marche.
As with her sistership, both the exterior and interior have been designed by Nauta Design, creating a seamless visual language throughout the yacht. Naval architecture and engineering by Hydro Tec ensure outstanding efficiency, performance and seakeeping.
Although less than one metre longer than Tartaruga, Ammonite shares the same displacement, propulsion package and proven performance. Twin 533 kW Caterpillar C18 Acert IMO Tier III engines deliver a top speed of 13 knots, while an economical cruising speed of 10 knots provides the ideal balance between engine efficiency, hydrodynamic performance and fuel consumption.
With 42,970 litres of fuel, she is capable of cruising more than 4,000 nautical miles without refuelling, offering true transatlantic capability and allowing owners to undertake long-distance voyages with complete confidence.
Accommodation is provided for ten guests plus two Pullman berths, matching Tartaruga, while five crew members are housed in cabins located forward on the Lower Deck, benefiting from a spacious crew mess. As on her sistership, the tender is stored forward on the Upper Deck and handled by a davit crane.
DEEP BLUE 115 OCTOPUS the Deep Blue 115 owes its existence to Acala, the first yacht developed from the original Deep Blue concept. The enthusiastic response generated by that project encouraged several owners to enquire about yachts inspired by the same philosophy. Building on this success, Cantiere delle Marche and Horacio Bozzo created the Deep Blue 115, adapting the concept to a 35-metre platform tailored to her owners’ specific requirements.
Rather than simply reducing the dimensions of the original yacht, the design was carefully reinterpreted to preserve the proportions, character and functionality that made Acala so distinctive. Giorgio M. Cassetta’s highly personalised interiors perfectly complement the striking exterior styling.
As Vasco Buonpensiere explains, the Deep Blue 115 demonstrates how a one-off concept has evolved into an entire family of explorer yachts, with two additional Deep Blue 141 models already under construction for delivery in 2027 and 2028. It also reflects CdM’s ability to transform successful concepts into highly customised yachts that answer genuine market demand.
Designed as a compact explorer with the presence and sophistication of a considerably larger yacht, Octopus retains the defining characteristics of the Deep Blue series, including her distinctive flared bow, floating mullion windows and sculpted superstructure.
Outdoor living includes a spacious cockpit with swimming pool, an expansive swim platform and a dedicated tender garage with a starboard-side opening.
With an overall length of 35 metres, a beam of 7.55 metres and a displacement of 342 tonnes, Octopus is powered by twin 533 kW Caterpillar C18 IMO Tier III engines. Her 45,600-litre fuel capacity delivers an impressive range of 4,500 nautical miles at 10 knots, providing true transoceanic capability.
Accommodation is arranged for up to ten guests in five suites, while seven crew members are housed in four cabins, ensuring exceptional service during extended voyages.
