Bellini Group since 1960
Bellini Group since 1960
Bellini Yacht will make its debut at the 46th edition of the Cannes Yachting Festival, scheduled from September 10 to 15, 2024, in the enchanting and elegant setting of the Croisette in Cannes.
This prestigious European event, which officially opens the yachting season, will serve as the ideal stage for the world premiere of Astor 36, the first model under the Bellini Yacht brand. The project is the result of a collaboration between Norberto Ferretti, founder of the Ferretti Group and a leader in designing, building, and marketing high-end yachts that combine innovation, elegance, and cutting-edge technology, and Brunello Acampora, an internationally renowned designer and founder of the engineering and design studio Victory Design. Ferretti has overseen and will continue to guide the conceptualization and development of Bellini Yacht models.
“For us, this is truly a return to our roots. In the 1960s, my grandfather Battista built wooden boats under the Bellini name at the Filanda di Cusane port,” said Battista Bellini, CEO of Bellini Group. He added: “The Cannes Yachting Festival represents an invaluable opportunity for us to debut in the nautical world with a global premiere under the Bellini Yacht brand. A special thanks goes to Norberto Ferretti, whose profound market knowledge, vision, and extraordinary nautical expertise have inspired us and enabled us to create a product that blends rationality with design while keeping the owner’s needs at the center of every decision. I would also like to thank Brunello Acampora for his exceptional work in stylistic and technological research over the past year. The nautical market—particularly for Made in Italy brands like ours—has experienced remarkable growth over the past three years. We are confident that with Astor 36, we will offer a product that stands out for its functionality, style, and performance.”
Norberto Ferretti commented: “With dedication and enthusiasm, I guided the team in designing and creating Astor 36, Bellini Yacht’s first model. I believe the result strikes a perfect balance between functionality—which I have always considered essential in boats—and design. The new Bellini Yacht is a symbol of the shipyard’s passion and commitment to achieving excellence.”
The Astor 36 is an open walkaround yacht measuring 36 feet (11.30 meters overall length) with a beam of 3.90 meters. It is powered by two Volvo Penta engines. Brunello Acampora has designed interiors characterized by meticulous attention to detail, optimizing available space to ensure a comfortable and open environment. The layout is crafted to provide multifunctional areas while maintaining an elegant design.
