SEA change
Azimut|Benetti Group integrates the SEA Index CO2 rating tool to enhance sustainability in superyacht design.
26 February 2025
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Azimut|Benetti Group has entered into an agreement with SEA Index to integrate its SEA Index CO2 Emissions Rating tool into yacht development processes.
Under the agreement, the Superyacht Eco Association will assist Azimut|Benetti Group in adopting the emissions rating tool for yachts over 24 metres. The tool will be used by the company’s research and development team as an eco-design resource to improve environmental performance across its range.
The SEA Index CO2 Emissions Rating tool provides third-party verified data on emissions and is applicable to both custom and semi-custom yachts over 24 metres.
Owners can use the framework to assess the energy intensity of their vessels, while the index can also be applied during the design phase to inform sustainability decisions in new-build projects.
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“We are thrilled to partner with SEA Index to reinforce our commitment to sustainable yacht design by validating our yachts’ emission targets through SEA Index’s rigorous framework,” says Alessandro Rossi, chief product officer, Azimut|Benetti Group.
“Achieved through advanced naval architecture and cutting-edge technologies, these targets reflect our dedication to innovation and environmental responsibility. Furthermore, we believe this collaboration will encourage greater transparency in data sharing, fostering a more conscious approach among industry players and yacht owners alike.”
This initiative follows the group’s 2023 announcement regarding the planned adoption of the Carbon Emission Index for yachts under 24 metres. This formula, developed by Lloyd’s Register in collaboration with Azimut|Benetti Group, is designed to assess and rate the carbon footprint of yachts in this category.
“We are delighted to collaborate with Azimut|Benetti Group on this important initiative,” says Natalie Quevert, project lead, SEA Index. “It is encouraging to see esteemed industry leaders embracing the SEA Index CO2 Emissions Rating tool to prioritise sustainability from the outset. Similarly, we look forward to incorporating Azimut’s formula for measuring carbon emissions of yachts under 24 metres into the SEA Index ecosystem.
“Together, we can drive meaningful change in the industry and empower yachting stakeholders to embrace a more sustainable future.”
Azimut|Benetti Group has led the Global Order Book ranking of superyacht builders for 24 consecutive years. Founded in 1969 by Paolo Vitelli, the company is now led by president Giovanna Vitelli and operates six shipyards, employing over 2,000 people. Its brands, Azimut and Benetti, offer a range of over 45 models across global markets.
SEA Index, launched in 2020 by the Yacht Club de Monaco under the Monaco, Capital of Advanced Yachting initiative, is a non-profit organisation focused on minimising the environmental impact of yachting. Its CO2 certification programme is adapted for yachts over 24 metres and is based on the International Maritime Organisation’s EEDI and EEXI standards.
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