28 January 2025
Italy’s Ferretti Group has kicked off 2025 with the world premiere of the Riva Iseo Super at boot Düsseldorf, which ran from 18 to 26 January in Germany.
The event, recognised as the largest indoor boat show globally, featured the new Riva Iseo Super as the highlight of a line-up of six yachts.
The Riva Iseo Super, a 27-foot (8.2-metre) runabout, is an evolution of the brand’s Iseo model. Riva says it incorporates technical improvements and upgrades to performance.
In addition, the Ferretti Group showcased the flybridge Ferretti Yachts 500; the Dolceriva, an open model measuring 48 feet (14.6 metres); and the Riva El-Iseo, the brand’s first fully electric powerboat. The group also showcased the Pershing GTX80 sport yacht concept and the wallytender48.
The Ferretti Group joined forces with several luxury brands at the show, including Range Rover, the official automotive partner, which provided transport services using its latest models.
Flexjet, Dolce & Gabbana, La Scolca and Lavazza also contributed to the event with their respective offerings. Seabob displayed limited edition models customised for Riva, Ferretti Yachts, Pershing and Wally. Additional partners included Atelier Rebul, Torello and Bang & Olufsen.
Led by chief executive officer Alberto Galassi, the Ferretti Group designs, constructs and sells yachts under brands including Ferretti Yachts, Riva, Pershing, Itama, CRN, Custom Line and Wally.
The group operates seven shipyards across Italy, and has a presence in over 70 countries, through a network of approximately 60 dealers.
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