Bringing Sexy back
The new Otam 90 GTS Sexy Me is set for a world debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2024.
Photography by Andrea Vignone Bulkmedia.it
16 July 2024
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Italian boatbuilder Otam says the first GTS version of the new Otam 90 model has “exceeded all expectations” following its launch and initial sea trials in May.
The new 28-metre vessel, pithily named Sexy Me, is now set to make its world debut at the upcoming Cannes Yachting Festival 2024, which takes place on the French Riviera from 10 to 15 September.
“Celebrating our 70th anniversary with the delivery of the new Otam 90 GTS Sexy Me fills us with great pride,” says Matteo Belardinelli, Otam’s sales and communication manager.
“Exceeding contractual expectations regarding engineering, performance, and comfort is not a coincidence but a testament to our deep commitment and respect for our brand.”
The Otam 90 GTS Sexy Me achieves a top speed of 45 knots, surpassing its contracted 42 knots, thanks to its pair of 2,600-horsepower MTU engines, Arneson surface propellers, and a hull designed by Umberto Tagliavini and Aldo Scorzoni of Marine Design & Services.
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Otam says this achievement comes despite the additional weight on board compared to the original design. It follows specific owner requests, including the customised rotating gangway, stabilisers, the use of marble in both the interiors and exteriors, an advanced stereo system with a dedicated rack room, and much more.
The GTS is a semi-open version designed to keep volume low, even at speed, through sound insulation.
Giuseppe Bagnardi of BG Design Firm worked with Otam on tailor-made details for the new flagship. The helm console, for example, is inspired by the world of racing cars with a carbon-fibre structure that resembles the protective ‘halo’ system used by Formula 1 and other racing cars.
This structure also features an integrated and independent cooling system to keep the console electronics at a constant temperature. The air intakes on the front of the yacht and ‘snorkel’ on the hardtop further recall the hood and roof scoops on high-performance luxury cars.
Another aspect that reflects its personality is the hull, which is coated with metallic silver paint with bronze accents, specially developed by Awlgrip for the owner.
The custom layout of Sexy Me accommodates guests in its three ensuite cabins. Below deck is the full-beam owner’s suite, a VIP cabin, a third guest cabin and a lounge with an office rack room for the stereo system.
On the main deck, in addition to the cockpit with an opening hard top, there is specific access to the kitchen, deliberately separated from the VIP section.
The crew area is generously sized and features independent access. Aft, there is a sunbathing space and a large bathing platform. Forward, a spacious dinette with relaxation and a dining area is always accessible via side walkways.
The Otam 90 GTS offers the choice of full or half-height side windows, single or double-hull windows for the master suite, and a larger or smaller garage. The garage can accommodate a 4.35-metre tender that can vary in size upon request.
The new flagship of the Italian shipyard is also available in the hard top version, with a closed salon on the main deck.
“This Otam 90 GTS is a complete yacht, absolutely versatile, with an elegant and balanced design that refuses to age,” says Belardinelli. “[Otam is] capable of satisfying very diverse requests, thanks to unmatched engineering at its core.
“We’re extremely pleased with our new product, which generates interesting reactions even before its official presentation.”
The Genoese shipyard’s flagship yacht will debut internationally at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2024 from September 10 to 15. This year is especially significant for Otam as the shipyard celebrates its 70th anniversary.
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