Silent Yachts delivers
Silent Yachts will deliver 18 new yachts in 18 months as it recovers from a period of instability.
16 July 2024
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Italian electric yacht manufacturer Silent Yachts says it is busier than ever after coming out of a period of instability.
The shipyard, which was liquidated earlier in 2024, is now headed by majority owner Michael Said, an American-German investor and client of the yard. Silent Yachts’ 180-strong workforce is operating at full capacity to fulfil orders at the shipyard in Fano, Italy.
By the end of 2024, Silent Yachts will have delivered eight new 62s, with an additional eight on order for completion in 2025.
The first Silent 62 — a tri-deck version of the solar-powered catamaran — has recently been handed over to its owner, with seven more due before the end of 2024.
The first two Silent 80s are also due to be delivered next year, bringing the total to 18 yachts in just two years. Despite the brisk output, Silent Yachts says two or three new build slots may become available in 2025.
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“This is a really exciting time for Silent Yachts,” says Silent Yachts CEO Fabrizio Iarrera. “We know from the volume of orders and the interest shown at boat shows that the Silent 62 has captured the imagination of sustainability-minded boaters.
“We’re just as proud of the three striking options for this yacht: a retractable flybridge, an open three-decker, and a hugely spacious true three-decker. We have had orders for all three variants.”
A double world debut
Silent Yachts is also preparing for a busy year of boat shows, including the world debut of the Silent 62 3-Deck Open and Silent 62 3-Deck Closed at the 2024 Cannes Yachting Festival in September.
“We’re expecting this boat to attract lots of serious attention at the Cannes show,” says Iarrera.
“By fully glazing in the sides of the upper deck, this space becomes a luxurious addition to the interior accommodation. The far-sighted client behind this first example is taking advantage of the floor-to-ceiling windows and panoramic views to create a peerless master stateroom on the upper deck.”
Work is also continuing on the build of the Silent 80. The yacht shares a strong resemblance with its smaller counterpart, and is powered by solar-electric propulsion. It is available in the same three variants: retractable flybridge, open third deck and closed third deck.
“Our main focus has been on the 62s, but we expect to reveal the all-new Silent 80 at the Cannes Yachting Festival in 2025,” says Iarrera.
“Two 80-footers are due for delivery by the end of 2025. Moreover, we are working on a new model that will fit between the 62 and 80 in our range. We plan to introduce it soon, with its world debut in 2026.”
Silent Yachts continues to develop its shipyard in Fano. By the end of 2024, the company aims to increase its staff to 220, and by mid-2025, that number will reach 270.
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