NEXT YACHT GROUP AT THE CANNES YACHTING FESTIVAL 2026 WORLD PREMIERE FOR THE NEW MAIORA M|30
Next Yacht Group confirms its participation in the Cannes Yachting Festival 2026, taking place from 8 to 13 September, where it will showcase its Maiora and AB Yachts brands. As one of the most prestigious events on the international yachting calendar, the show will provide an important platform for the Group to present its continued evolution and a selection of yachts that embody its vision of innovation, comfort, refined design and an increasingly direct connection with the sea.
The Group’s participation in Cannes represents a strategic milestone in the shipyard’s ongoing expansion. In recent years, Next Yacht Group has strengthened its presence across key international markets through a highly qualified sales and service network. This growth is also reflected in its global performance: for the first time, Next Yacht Group has entered the Global Order Book, ranking 15th among the world’s yacht builders.
The Cannes Yachting Festival provides a key opportunity for Next Yacht Group to showcase a new phase of development spanning product innovation, market expansion and international organisation. The world premiere of the Maiora M|30, with four units already sold ahead of its official unveiling, represents a significant endorsement of the strength and appeal of the new M Collection.
Together with the Maiora 36 Exuma and AB 130, the M|30 forms a compelling showcase of the Group’s distinctive brands and reinforces its ambition to further consolidate its position as a leading yacht boutique.
Maiora M|30: World Premiere of the New M Collection the Maiora M|30, the first model in the new M Collection, makes its world premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival. This significant debut introduces Maiora’s new interpretation of onboard living, centred on seamless continuity between interior and exterior spaces and a stronger, more direct connection with the sea.
Exterior design is by Quartostile, while the interiors were developed by the Maiora Style Centre in collaboration with Acube Design. An almost coupé-like profile, full-beam bow, expansive glazed surfaces and a distinctive side light signature define the identity of the M|30 and the wider M Collection, which also includes the M|38.
On board, walkaround circulation, an enlarged beach area and a cockpit conceived as a true waterfront lounge reinforce the yacht’s philosophy of experiencing the sea in a natural, open and seamless way.
With an overall length of 30.40 metres and a beam of 7.50 metres, the M|30 is arranged across three decks and accommodates up to 12 guests in five cabins, including a full-beam owner’s suite on the main deck. Three crew cabins provide accommodation for up to five crew members.
The yacht is powered by twin MAN V12-2000 engines, each delivering 2,000 hp, enabling a top speed of 21 knots.
MAIORA 36 EXUMA: PERFORMANCE AND A CLOSER CONNECTION WITH THE SEA also on display in Cannes is the Maiora 36 Exuma, the evolution of a model that has achieved significant international success and introduced a new approach to life at sea. The yacht is the result of close collaboration between the shipyard and Quartostile, combining performance, comfort and a strong connection with the marine environment.
The yacht on display is the second Maiora 36 Exuma unit, delivered to her owner in early summer 2026. With an overall length of 36.90 metres and a draft of just 1.45 metres, the yacht is designed to deliver an uncompromising cruising experience, providing access to bays, anchorages and shallow waters that can be difficult to reach for yachts in this class.
Three MAN V12 engines, each rated at 2,000 hp, are coupled with two MJP steerable waterjets and one central MJP booster waterjet. This configuration delivers a top speed of 33 knots while ensuring excellent manoeuvrability and onboard comfort.
Gyroscopic stabilisers, operating both at anchor and underway, further enhance the cruising experience, completing the profile of a yacht conceived to combine exploration, comfort and performance.
AB 130: The Flagship of Speed for AB Yachts, a brand long synonymous with speed, innovation and technological research, Cannes will provide the stage for the AB 130, the flagship of the range and a new benchmark for the shipyard in terms of design, onboard liveability and technological sophistication.
With an overall length of 40.00 metres, the AB 130 expresses the brand’s unmistakable sporting DNA through generous volumes, a powerful visual presence and architectural clarity that strengthens the connection between interior and exterior spaces.
Expansive glazing in the saloon maximises natural light, while sun pads, an open-air cinema and a forward lounge provide multiple opportunities for enjoying life outdoors. Aft, fold-down side wings significantly extend the beach area, transforming it into a spacious sea-level platform dedicated to relaxation, leisure and conviviality.
The propulsion system comprises two MJP steerable waterjets and one central MJP booster waterjet, paired with three MTU engines rated at 2,600 hp each. This configuration delivers a top speed of 41 knots, while the yacht’s shallow draft of just 1.30 metres enhances its cruising versatility.
Lightweight construction, a hallmark of AB Yachts, contributes to maximising efficiency, acceleration and stability. Gyroscopic stabilisation, operating both at zero speed and underway, further enhances comfort across a wide range of cruising conditions.
Through the world premiere of the Maiora M|30, alongside the Maiora 36 Exuma and AB 130, Next Yacht Group’s presence at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 reflects the Group’s continued growth and its commitment to combining distinctive design, advanced technology, performance and an authentic connection with the sea.
