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The 20 Fastest SuperYachts in the World

By Alex Holmes

Updated on August 14, 2023

Yachts were always associated with leisure, comfort, and luxury, floating gently in a gorgeous location or cruising unhurried to the next, but somewhere along the way, something changed. Yachts started becoming faster and more powerful, and their owners more obsessed with these characteristics than anything else. But that’s the way with every kind of vehicle these days, isn’t it?

Mankind is obsessed with speed. That’s a given. And it applies to everything, including superyachts, which, despite their size, can achieve impressive speeds over water.

Whether that speed is actually needed is debatable, but one can’t ignore that there are quite a few capable yachts out there and that the competition for the fastest superyacht in the world is a fierce one, as in everything that involves the man’s thirst for speed.

The following superyachts manage to blend both the need for speed and the craving for luxury. But these are above everything else, the fastest yachts in the world right now.

Let’s have a look.

• 20. Cara Montana – 45 knots

Cara Montana is a smaller yacht, manufactured in 2019 by a shipyard based in Genoa, called Otam. It’s a gorgeous maritime vehicle which spans only 25.9 meters in length, but is beautiful and powerful enough to impress.

Powered by twin MTU engines, outputting a total of 5,200 hp together, and equipped with twin surface drives, Cara Montana is able to reach a top speed of 45 knots, or just under 52 mph.

• 19. Alamshar – 45 knots

Completed in 2014 after a waiting time of 13 years spent in the manufacturing process, the Alamshar yacht can reach 45 knots, thanks to its twin Rolls-Royce Marine engines and three waterjets.

The naval architecture of the vessel was made by Donald L. Blount & Associates, the exterior design by Pininfarina, and the interior by Redman Whiteley Dixon. The whole project was put together by the Devonport shipyard in Falmouth, United Kingdom.

The Alamshar is 50 meter long, and costed a jaw dropping $200 million, paid by Aga Khan IV, for whom the custom yacht was made.

• 18. Moon Goddess – 45 knots

Another lovely vessel from the superyacht world is the Moon Goddess. It’s on the smaller size, being only 35 meter long, but it’s capable of reaching 45 knots. The ship was built by Danish Yachts, with the naval architecture and exterior designs made by Espen Øino, a superyacht design icon.

The Moon Goddess can take up to six guests in three posh cabins, two twins and one for the owner, plus a crew of five. It’s propelled to a cruise speed of 25 knots, or the maximum of 45, by twin MTU 16V 4000 M90 diesel engines which generate a combined 7,498 hp.

• 17. Shergar – 45 knots

The acclaimed German shipyard Lürssen built Shergar in 1983 to be among the fastest yachts in the world. Decades later, it still holds its own among better and more technological advanced vessels.

Equipped with two MTU 12V 396 TB83 diesel power plants, and two Allison 571-KF gas turbines, the Shergar is capable of cruising at 40 knots and reaching a top speed of 45 knots.

• 16. Seafire – 46 knots

Seafire is a super yacht manufactured by AB Yachts, an Italian shipyard known for some impressive vessels. This one is among their fastest, able to reach a top speed of 46 knots.

The 42 meter super yacht is powered by a setup of three MTU 16V M94 units and three waterjets, giving it the possibility to cruise at an impressive speed of 43 knots, only 3 below its top speed.

• 15. Octopussy 007 – 53.2 knots

Built back in 1988 by the renowned Dutch shipyard Heesen Yachts and carrying a little of James Bond in its name, the Octopussy 007 is a 43.5 meter super yacht that can accommodate up to 10 guests and 7 crew members.

The vessel is powered by three MTU diesel engines that deliver 10,440 hp together, propelling the Octopussy forward at a cruising speed of 25 knots and a top speed of 53.2 knots.

It was on display at multiple boat shows around the world, and it changed owners for the last time in 2021. The naval architecture was done by Mulder Design, the exterior by Gerhard Gilgenast, and the interior by Art Line and Joachim Kinder Yacht Design.

Inside, it comes with 5 posh and extremely comfortable guest cabins, 1 master, 1 twin, and 3 double.

• 14. Daloli – 54 knots

The Daloli, also known as Pandion, built by Heesen Yachts, is a 36.5 vessel that enters the category of super yachts and impresses with a top speed of 54 knots, the equivalent of just over 62 mph.

The ship has a crew capacity of 6 and can host up to 8 passengers. There’s four cabins in total on its three decks, and the sheer beauty of its design can be seen both inside and on the outside.

It’s a real beauty, and a fast one as well.

• 13. Why Not U – 55 knots

Originally named Nobody, the Why Not U was designed in 2001 by Overmarine as a deluxe super yacht that’s capable of getting his 9 guests and 3 crew to their next dream destination with a top speed of 55 knots. The power comes from a setup of Vericor TF40 gas turbine engines.

When it comes to living on it, it offers an impressive range of amenities on its teak decks. There’s several dining spots, entertainment and lounge rooms, sun bathing areas, and plenty more to be had on board of this stunning super yacht.

• 12. Ermis² – 57 knots

The 37.5 meter super yacht Ermis², manufactured from special materials by the New Zealand shipyard McMullen & Wing, is among the fastest vessels out there, capable of a top speed of 57 knots, which is just a little over 65 mph.

The ship came out in 2007, but is still among the most innovative yachts in the world given the mix of composite materials, aerospace grade carbon fiber and titanium for its lightweight body.

That low weight, combined with the 10,944 hp outputted by the three MTU 16V 4000 M90 engines, allow this stunning yacht to reach that max speed of 57 knots.

• 11. Chato – 57 knots

Chato is another small sized and powerful super yacht. It was built in 1986 by Baglietto from aluminium and was equipped with twin MTU 16V 396 TB94 diesel engines, which push it to a cruise speed of 35 knots and a max speed of 57 knots.

Chato is only 25.79 meters long, and that helps with a lower weight and a smaller profile under the surface of the water.

• 10. Azimut Atlantic Challenger – 60 knots

The Azimut Atlantic Challenger strays away from the usual design of luxury yachts, but that only because it was built for a very different purpose, which was to win the Blue Riband award, an unofficial accolade given to a ship for making the fastest transatlantic crossing.

Unfortunately, the Azimut Atlantic Challenger failed to win, but it remained one of the fastest super yachts in the world, currently holding the 10th position, with a top speed of 60 knots.

It was built in 1988 by the Italian shipyard Benetti, with the exterior designed by Pininfarina. It’s a 26.82 meter aluminum monohull vessel and is powered by four CRM diesel engines, capable of outputting a combined 7,400 hp.

• 9. Jet Ruban Bleu – 60 knots

The French built Jet Ruban Bleu is on par with the Azimut Atlantic Challenger and two other super yachts, at least when it comes to the top speed. They can all do 60 knots.

Jet Ruban Bleu is 25 meter long, was designed by Gilles Ollier and Coste Design & Partners and created by Multiplast. It was outfitted with a single MTU engine capable of 3,500 hp alone.

• 8. Oci Ciornie – 60 Knots

Oci Ciornie was a super yacht project that was realized by American shipyard Palmer Johnson, the Dutch Vripack, and the well known naval architect Don Shead in 1998.

The vessel features an aluminum hull, and uses two 1,800 hp MTU 16V 2000 M90 engines, a 4,600 hp AVCO Lycoming gas turbine, plus Arneson surface drives. This combination propels the Oci Ciornie with a top speed of 60 knots.

The ship is able to carry up to eight guests in a master suite, a double cabin, and a twin room. There’s a nice and streamlined deck that features a superb saloon and outside areas for relaxation, while the interior takes inspiration from aircraft designs.

• 7. Brave Challenger – 60 Knots

With the same 60 knot top speed of the above ships, the Brave Challenger is to be lauded, since it’s much older, being built back in 1960. The project was completed by Vosper Ltd in Portsmouth, United Kingdom, with the intention of becoming a Brave Class fast patrol boat. It was only later that the ship was converted for private use.

The Brave Challenger is powered by three Rolls-Royce Proteus gas turbines, which output a total of 13,500 hp, which combined with the only 31 meter length and lower weight, can push the boat to the top speed of 60 knots.

• 6. Kereon – 62.3 Knots

The Italian yard AB Yachts, the one behind Seafire above at number 16, built in 2004 one of the fastest super yachts in the world, the Kereon. It’s capable of hitting a top speed of 62.3 knots, and that thanks to the three CRM diesel engines that produce a good 6,300 hp.

Since the total power is so low in comparison to others on this list, it makes sense that a shorter length of 27 meters and a performant hull design are at play to aid in reaching those speeds.

The ship has a very sporty aesthetic, all metallic silver, and can cruise at 50 knots for about 900 miles.

• 5. Gentry Eagle – 63.5 knots

Gentry Eagle was a special project done by Vosper Thornycroft in 1988 for the legendary Tom Gentry, who achieved almost everything he could achieve in terms of powerboat speed records during his lifetime, including the coveted Blue Riband. The vessel, capable of 63.5 knots, helped him win the Blue Riband in 1989, with a record time of 62 hours and 7 minutes.

Gentry Eagle’s design was done by Grant Robinson and Peter Birkett, with the interior by Robin Rose. In 1992, the ship became a private super yacht.

• 4. Galeocerdo – 65 Knots

Galeocerdo is a very futuristic looking ship, with sleek lines and a hull designed to maintain high speeds in rough sea conditions. It measures 36 meters in length, and is capable of hitting 65 knots.

The vessel was built in 2003 in Italy, by Rodriguez Yachts and is powered by three Vericor TF50 gas turbines, each tied to a Rolls-Royce Kamewa water jet. The total power output rises to a whooping 16,800 hp.

• 3. Destriero – 66 knots

Destriero was launched back in 1991 by the Italian shipyard Fincantieri. It has a length of 68.18 meters and features a design made by Pininfarina and Donald Blount. This ship was again built with the sole purpose of winning the Blue Riband by breaking the old record of crossing the Atlantic.

She did it in 1992, after it crossed the ocean twice without refueling, setting a new record of 58 hours, 34 minutes, and 5 seconds. but the Blue Riband award was denied for her, since it’s awarded only to passenger vessels and not private yachts.

What allowed Destriero to set a new record was the power of 54,000 hp, given by the Codag engine and the three GE Aviation LM1600 gas turbines, pushing the ship to a max speed of 66 knots, or 76 mph.

• 2. World Is Not Enough – 67 Knots

The Dutch superyacht World Is Not Enough, built in 2004 by Millenium Super Yachts, comes second place with a top speed of 67 knots. The vessel is powered by two Paxman diesel engines and two Lycoming gas turbines, which give an output of 20,600 hp, and a good 3800 nautical miles cruising range at a cruising speed of 10 knots.

With its 42.4 meters of luxury and beauty, World Is Not Enough can accommodate up to 10 guests and 7 crew members in five extravagant cabins, offering plenty of comfort and areas for relaxation. The vessel features formal dining spaces, indoor bar, and al fresco dining and lounge areas on all decks, for the ultimate pleasure away from civilization.

• 1. Foners – 70.1 knots

The Foners is currently the fastest super yacht in the world, with a 70.1 knots top speed, keeping the first spot since its delivery back in 2000. The power behind its top speed comes from two MAN engines and three Rolls Royce gas turbines, combining together to output a whooping 21,380 hp.

Her cruising speed is 12 knots, and allows her to reach a range of 1,800 nautical miles.

But of course speed isn’t everything here, as the eye is impressed a lot when stepping on board. Built by the Spanish shipyard Izar, Foners comes with splendid interiors, formal dining rooms, and plenty of space on the decks for al fresco dining. Its 6 crew and up to 8 guests can be accommodated on board, in luxurious cabins.

These are the fastest super yachts in the world, a competition that keeps on going, dominated for the last two decades by the Spanish vessel Foners.

As technology progresses, it will be interesting to see how it holds up against newer yachts.

About Alex Holmes

With over 10 years of experience in media and publishing, Alex is Luxatic's director of content, overlooking everything related to reviews, special features, buying guides, news briefs and pretty much all the other content that can be found on our website. Learn more about Luxatic's Editorial Process .

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The thrill of high-speed cruising aboard a superyacht is exciting. Cutting through the water like a knife over butter – there’s nothing quite like it in the world. But what exactly is considered a fast superyacht? Is 25 knots fast? Or is the benchmark closer to 40 knots?

If you’re looking for high-performance yachts, chances are they’re Italian made. Italian yacht builders have a reputation for designing superyachts that are ultra-lux and built for high-speed motoring.

Just look at the entries on our list. Almost all are Italian-built and feature top speeds of 40+ knots (that’s about 47 miles per hour), which is an impressive feat considering almost all are over 100 feet. Here are the 10 fastest charter yachts in our portfolio:

Not only can you enjoy the thrill of high-speed cruising aboard this 140-footer. The yacht also features an array of water toys, including standup paddle boards, jet skis and wake boards, along with two tenders.

Plus, MY TOY’s Euro-inspired interior delivers the comfort of a floating luxury hotel. The five cabins accommodate 12 guests comfortably, in spacious staterooms, as well as plenty of space in the saloon and lounge to entertain.

2. BEACHOUSE

Like the name suggests, BEACHOUSE is wrapped in a classic Hamptons vibe, i.e. stark white furnishings, airy and well-lit interiors, modern art appointments, and spacious, built-for-relaxation salons. Bottom line, this floating beach house is built for comfort as much as performance.

True to the AB name, MUSA also features a classic Italian-inspired interior. The boat’s five cabins are wrapped in sleek stylings, including wood-veneered and fiberglass appointments. The interior’s also feature spacious, ultra-comfortable staterooms, a luxurious main salon, and gorgeous dining spaces.

4. SHOOTING STAR

Powered by dual MTU V16 4000 Series engines, SHOOTING STAR flies through the water at a comfortable 25 knots. Looking for a bit more speed? The yacht tops out at up to 35-40 knots, and its unique planing hull design delivers an ultra-comfortable ride.

Pershing – a Ferretti Group brand – is well-known for its performance-minded, luxury motor yachts. And SHOOTING STAR is the epitome of the Pershing mission. Not only does it deliver a thrilling cruising experience, the yacht’s interior offers charter guests the ultimate in luxury hospitality.

Inside, the yacht has been designed for ultra-comfort – this is a floating vacation home. The main salon, for example, features a large satellite TV, as well as a library and modern furnishings. Plus, the 103-foot yacht’s five suites accommodate 10 guests in style.

When you’re not cruising, guests can enjoy ASTRO’s impressive array of water toys. You’ll find SEABOBs, waverunners and jet skis onboard. Plus, the yacht’s interiors deliver ultimate comfort. Featuring four cabins and ample space for up to 10 guests, ASTRO’s airy, well-lit and spacious interiors are ideal for cruising in style.

Aboard, you’ll find plenty of water toys to entertain, including a 255-horsepower Sea-Doo. After a long day, relax in RG512’s comfortable interior, which features 4 staterooms wrapped in a contemporary chic design.

8. KAMBOS BLUE

Inside, KAMBOS features a bespoke interior, featuring four suites that accommodate up to 9 guests. The interior’s mix of hardwood finishes and contemporary furnishings create a timeless style.

Her interior is decidedly Euro-inspired, and features spacious staterooms and a luxurious main salon. The yacht features 4 suites with accommodations for up to 8 guests.

10. SOLARIS

What’s more: You’ll find plenty of toys in SOLARIS’s garage: Scuba gear, SEABOBs, a Sea-Doo, water skis, wakeboards and kneeboards. Featuring a modern contemporary interior, this yacht accommodates up to 10 guests in four high-end suites.

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The 33.2-metre Pershing fast sports yacht Levantine II is now listed for sale with both Thibault Roi of Burgess and Alex Lees-Buckley of Camper & Nicholsons.

Delivered by Italian yard Pershing in 2013, the GRP yacht, whose exterior was designed by Fulvio De Simoni , is finished in eye-catching metallic grey. The interior design is by Pershing.

Levantine II accommodates eight guests in four cabins on the lower deck, with access via a staircase from the main deck lounge. The spacious owner's suite comprises an office area, full-beam cabin with a forward-facing bed and large bathroom. Forward of the master, guests will find a VIP double, a twin cabin and a convertible twin/double cabin. There are quarters for a crew of five.

The saloon offers a lounge area and dining space and opens to the aft deck where there is an al fresco dining table. Up on the sundeck, guests can also dine at a table that converts to a giant sunpad. Forward is an outdoor helm console, the main navigation station being in the wheelhouse.

Walk-around side decks lead to the forward exterior lounge area, offering privacy when moored stern-to in port. The seating area has a large sun awning and there is a raised sunpad. Another large sunpad at the stern, above the swim platform, is the perfect place from which to watch the fast-disappearing wake.

Triple 2,638hp MTU engines with surface drives deliver an impressive cruising speed of 36 knots and a maximum speed of 40 knots. Range is 330 nautical miles. The RINA-classed, charter-compliant, 178GT yacht for sale has a garage with space for a Williams 505 tender while a second stowage space in the bow holds a jetski and water toys.

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This bold design represents a new state of the art in combining comfort and speed: it’s an ultra-high performance package capable of cruising at sustained speeds above 20 knots, yet has enough space to live aboard in genuine comfort.

Product Overview

The new foiling catamaran design is the result of Persico’s strategy to translate knowledge the yard gains from its work in aerospace, IMOCA 60 and America’s Cup spheres into very high performance cruising yachts. The structure is of high modulus prepreg carbon/Nomex, there’s an all-carbon interior, plus a Southern Spars rotating mast with Future Fibres’ ECsix and AEROsix composite standing rigging.

The boat is intended as a semi-foiler that can switch to full foiling mode, skimming 20cm above the water in appropriate conditions. The 7m-long righting moment foils are rake controlled and complemented by daggerboards for leeway control, plus T-rudders also with rake control. Design of the foils and flying system was done using the Gomboc VPP software that was instrumental in creating the AC75 foiling monohull and is now also widely used in the IMOCA class.

“The foil has the same purpose as the one used in the IMOCA class,” explains Ferdinand van West, lead designer of Morrelli and Melvin, “but it has been adapted to a catamaran and can be fully retracted.” The foils become effective in 9 knots of breeze and boat speeds well over 20 knots are predicted in just 13 knots of true wind.

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In stronger conditions downwind speeds of 40 knots and an astonishing 26 knots upwind are expected. For a more comfortable ride and greater safety factor maximum speeds can be dialled down via a fully autonomous control system, which can gradually lower the hulls and decrease speed to a comfortable level set by the owner.

A further advantage for a cruising yacht is that draught with the foils raised is a mere 65cm (2ft 2in), though with the foils lowered this increases to 5.31m (17ft 5in).

Despite the boat’s speed potential, it is primarily intended as a very spacious luxury cruiser with all the associated systems including more than 500lt of refrigeration space, a pizza oven and a whopping 64,000 BTU (approx 19kW) of air conditioning. This is powered by twin variable-speed 20kW diesel Fischer Panda generators, which also supply hotel loads the 2kW solar array can’t cover.

Twin 25kW Torqeedo electric motors, allied to a 40kW BMW I3 battery, provide auxiliary propulsion at a cruising speed of 8 knots, with the generators available for use as range extenders if necessary.

Construction has already started in Persico’s new facility at the Italian port of La Spezia, with the boat scheduled for launch in summer 2024.

Specifications

LOA: 24.1m / 79ft 0in Hull length: 21.95m / 72ft 0in Beam: 9.5m / 31ft 2in Light displacement: 21,000kg / 46,300lb Draught (foils raised): 0.65m / 2ft 2in Draught (foils lowered): 5.31m / 17ft 5in Price: POA Builder: persicomarine.com

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Y-knot – nautitech 40 open.

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Y-KNOT is a 2015 Nautitech 40 Open. She is the sistership to ARCADIA and is presently in active charter service in the Caribbean (BVI) and could be purchased at a special discount and payment plan. 25% down payment and the balance over 5 years. Buyer has option to keep her in the existing charter fleet and use her anytime.

Y-KNOT is a 4 cabin model, has a generator, shore side air conditioning, 10′ dinghy with outboard, electric windlass, bbq etc. She is perfectly fitted for live aboard and chartering.

Perfect opportunity to purchase a well maintained, income generating charter yacht.

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Systems and Inventory:

4 Cabins & 2 Heads

1 Single Cabin in the V-Berth

Air Conditioning & Generator

Classic Main with Stackpack and Lazy Jacks & Furling Genoa

Chartplotter, GPS & Auto-Pilot

Hard Top Bimini

Electric Windlass

VHF Radio & Cell Phone

Charcoal BBQ

10 ft. Dinghy & 9.8hp Outboard

iPod/MP3 ready, AM/FM Stereo & Cockpit Speakers

Dinghy Davits

Snorkeling & Safety Gear

Chart & Cruising Guide

WATER: 127 gal

ENGINES: 2x 30hp

FUEL: 79 gal

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