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Consistently sporty, ranging from 80 feet to 150 feet, and presented in two different lines: our AB Yachts line and our SUV line, Sport Unconventional Vessels. AB Yachts, the brand from Next Yacht Group known for exceptional performance, is the one and only choice for sizes, volumes, philosophy, and style, for an entirely one-of-a-kind experience at sea.

Tradition revisited. The result of design and engineering research, combining artistry and nature, cruising and living. Lines sharp as arrows, but sinuous and glowing like the sea. The pleasure of performance, the feeling of freedom. This is the new AB110, the first model of a new range entirely designed by Marco Casamonti. The new era has just begun.

MODEL YEAR 2024

More than 25 metres designed for an owner who desires to independently steer his vessel as a luxury day-boat or for long cruises. A powerhouse of speed, safety, and comfort for those who love the thrills of performance combined with the pleasures of life on board and the desire to discover new places with extremely reduced cruising times.

30 metres of exclusivity: surprising spaces and uniquely comfortable solutions in a high performance vessel. Comfort is absolute. Interiors and exteriors are fully configurable. AB 100 embodies the brand’s truly unmistakable identity: sleek, elegant lines that coexist harmoniously with unprecedented performance.

US gal l@36 knots

An innovative multifunctional area at the stern with retractable terraces which extend the lounge areas a few centimetres above sea level for a unique onboard experience. Unlimited fun with a double garage for the tender and infinite solutions for managing water toys. AB 120 has it all.

2 large aft beach wings

2 jet skis + 1 tender

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A day cruiser with spacious open areas, guest accommodation designed for day with light in mind, and waterjet propulsion for limitless speed, manoeuvrability, and safety.

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AB Yachts’ Speedy Superyacht

• By Diane M. Byrne
• April 22, 2022

Dating back to its founding 30 years ago, AB Yachts has focused on high-performance yachts equipped with water jets. Given that AB Yachts is an Italian shipyard, that emphasis on speed comes packaged with sleek styling. The builder continues to add larger models, and when it launched Hull No. 1 of its 100-foot AB 100 series in 2016, it announced a 52-knot top-end speed. Other semicustom maxis existed in this size range, but none clocked on the radar gun quite like this one did. Advances in engine technology and lightweight construction have since allowed the shipyard to make the yacht even faster. The same series is now reportedly capable of a 54-knot maximum speed.

Which wasn’t enough for one particular customer—or for AB Yachts.

Together, they created the AB 100 Superfast, with what the yard says is a 59-knot maximum velocity and a cruising speed of 53 knots. This makes the AB 100 Superfast not just the fastest boat in the builder’s range but also a boat that’s faster than most, if not all, other yachts of its size from any shipyard. In fact, the AB 100 Superfast’s top speed is about 25 knots higher than that of other high-profile maxis in the 100- to 110-foot range.

The owner and shipyard shared the belief that an invitation to customize a semicustom yacht should indeed mean customization. AB Yachts allows clients to tailor exterior styling and interior design, and the AB 100 Superfast differs from its predecessor in several ways. The avid cruiser wanted to take his personal bond with the sea to a higher level. “That was the key goal that we interpreted in the interest of our owner,” says Gennaro Candida De Matteo, the CEO of AB Yachts’ parent company, Next Yacht Group.

The first hint is seen in the AB 100 Superfast’s profile, which has more glass than the AB 100. Along the main deck, the glass is nearly sole-to-ceiling, complemented by glass insets in the lowered bulwarks. The dark tint lends the illusion that the glass wraps uninterrupted from one side of the yacht and around to the other. Belowdecks, the small oval ports are gone, replaced with two long stretches of glass to port and starboard.

Aft, like any large yacht, the AB 100 Superfast has a table and settee. The setup seems unassuming enough for enjoying alfresco meals or the spirited ride. But at the press of a button, both the table and the settee’s backrest lower to ensure that the owner and his guests truly have uninterrupted views when they’re seated inside the open-plan main deck. (On a related note, the owner opted to increase the perception of volume inside by eliminating the bulkhead between the helm and dining area.) A similarly lowering settee backrest is on the flybridge too.

Two more cruise-enhancing surprises are at the waterline. The first: The yacht has a nearly full-beam settee nestled against the transom, providing the ultimate front-row seat to the swimming and water-toy action. Consider it a permanent open-air beach club. The second surprise is how the toys launch.

“This is one of the most interesting features of this boat,” De Matteo says. At the press of a button, the backrest rises up to reveal the garage. The transformer-type swim platform rises too, so a RIB or other toys can slide directly into the water.

When peace and quiet are what the owner and his guests want, they can retire belowdecks, where there are accommodations for eight. This owner chose two twins, a VIP and a full-beam master stateroom. While some maxi opens look and feel tight below, the AB 100 Superfast doesn’t—even with its 22-foot-3-inch beam being comparable to that of slightly larger maxis from other builders. Adding to the owner’s comfort, a port within the picture window in his stateroom opens.

Even with the emphasis on his own enjoyment, the owner and AB Yachts didn’t overlook the practical needs of the four-person crew. For example, stairs by the inside helm—which the owner designed with the shipyard to achieve an automotive-type look in carbon fiber and leather—lead directly down to the Corian-outfitted galley and crew mess. The laundry area is right here as well. The foredeck leisure area, meanwhile, has significant stowage beneath the equally sizable sun bed.

Most people who end up seeing the AB 100 Superfast cutting across the horizon will probably consider the yacht to be a maxed-out maxi. Yes, it is an unabashedly fast yacht—and one of the fastest superyachts in the world to boot. But from the American walnut soles and furnishings to the view-enhancing features and re-imagined use of space, the AB 100 Superfast also reflects a clear, custom vision.

One that just happens to be capable of nearly 60-knot speeds.

Power Punch

The AB 100 Superfast gets its head-turning performance from triple 2,600 hp MANs with water jets. The AB 100, by comparison, had three 1,900 hp MANs and water jets. Kevlar and carbon-fiber construction keep weight down, part of the shipyard’s practice across its models.

American Success Story

While AB Yachts’ American clients are similar to European counterparts in being attracted to speed, the AB 100 series’ 4-foot-3-inch draft has more specifically led to sales stateside. Clients who regularly cruise between South Florida and the Bahamas need the shallow-water access.

Next Yacht Group’s Next Move

GB Investment Holdings, which has interests in artificial intelligence and luxury properties, is AB Yachts’ parent company. It named its yachting division Next Yacht Group to reflect a future focus. It plans to leverage its AI and resort knowledge to improve the yachts and customer experiences.

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This New Superyacht Has a Beautiful Aft Deck That Can Expand to Nearly 1,100 Square Feet

Did we mention the 121-footer can also reach 45 knots all out, rachel cormack.

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AB Yachts is bringing the beach to the back of its newest superyacht model. Designed in honor of the Italian yard’s 30th anniversary, the aptly named AB 120 Beach features a beautiful aft deck that allows seafarers to connect seamlessly with the sea.

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The beach isn’t the vessel’s only draw, of course. The 121-footer combines sleek, sporty lines with innovative materials and the latest construction techniques. Glass and carbon fiber were combined using honeycomb and sandwich lamination, for example.

On top of that, the vessel is equipped with a waterjet propulsion system and three 2,600 hp engines that can reportedly push it to speeds in excess of 45 knots without comprising comfort or stability. With a draft of four feet, the go-anywhere cruiser is capable of traversing both deep and shallow waters. She also has a range of 500 nautical miles.

The interior is characterized by large glass panels that not only let in an abundance of natural light but also provide uninterrupted ocean views. The main salon, for instance, sports more than 500 square feet of glazing. Naturally, the living quarters can fully customized to an owner’s tastes. The designers have outfitted her with Flexform furniture in warm, natural hues to give you an idea of what’s possible. In terms of accommodation, she can sleep up to 10 guests across four cabins and five crew in three cabins.

Other highlights of the design include an open-air cinema on the flybridge, a convertible gym room and a chic, custom-built bar. There are also two large garages for your toys and tenders. If it were up to us, though, we wouldn’t leave the beach.

Rachel Cormack is a digital editor at Robb Report. She cut her teeth writing for HuffPost, Concrete Playground, and several other online publications in Australia, before moving to New York at the…

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Why the AB 120 is perfectly poised for the US yachting market

AB Yachts recently excited American waters with the AB 80 , a 25.4-metre, entry-level model known as the "Formula One car of the seas". Now, the NEXT Yacht Group brand is expanding its horizons (and spec sheet) with the all-new AB 120 , delivering an equally sporty and alluring design in a 37-metre package. Expect state-of-the-art technologies, impressive volume and innovative solutions to onboard living – all inspired from beyond the naval sector.

Tailor-made for the American market, it's no wonder the AB 120 will be making its global debut a US-exclusive. BOAT International gets a first look before the model's appearance at the Palm Beach International Boat Show 2024...

A performance powerhouse

Equipped with three 2600hp engines and three waterjets (a system that AB Yachts pioneered in 1992), the AB 120 was born to perform. She can fly across the water at over 45 knots, an eye-watering spec turned jaw-dropping when combined with her zero-vibration and reduced CO2 emission build. With a low draught of 1.3 metres/four feet, an AB 120 owner can discover any destination with ease, navigating remote bays, coral cays and shallow waters as seen in the Caribbean, Bahamas and Miami.

Taking outdoor play seriously

At the centre of the AB 120's design is an indoor-outdoor space, easily created by sliding open the saloon doors. The saloon, aft cockpit and beach club combine into an integrated leisure area measuring over 100 square metres. Deploy the two large aft wings and the beach club is extended further, becoming a "magnificent terrace on the sea" for swimming, sunbathing or afternoon sunset gazing.

Tender and toys onboarding is also the easiest it's ever been, with the AB 120's aft garage "float-in" system and functional forward garage. At a whim, guests can move from cruising to a caper aboard a Jet Ski, Seabob, electric foil board, stand-up paddle board, bike or inflatables. There's also stowage space for a 4.6-metre tender, ready for nimble explorations along tropical coasts and coves.

Innovative, customisable living spaces

From layout to décor, every AB Yachts model is thoroughly customisable. Floor-to-ceiling windows fill each living space with natural light and 360-degree ocean views, fostering a genuine connection with the yacht's surroundings.

On this specific vessel, AB Yachts has opted for a soft, contemporary-chic aesthetic. Warm, colonial-style wood meets glass, leather and glossy surfaces, while living spaces are arranged with innovative Flexform furniture and integrated lighting. Accommodation is for up to 10 guests across four spacious cabins, plus a hotel-style "double height ceiling" saloon with glazed surfaces of over 50 square metres. The dedicated crew quarters can fit up to six crew across three en suites.

Ample amenities, including a cinema under the stars

Balmy summer evenings are best enjoyed on the AB 120's "cinema under the stars" system, found on the sundeck (the yacht's highest point). This creative "open-roof" interpretation also encourages al fresco dining, private moments or high-speed thrills when the yacht is underway.

Other premium amenities include a convertible gym room – fitted with cutting-edge Tonal equipment – and a bar that has been designed exclusively for the owner.

"This is not just an eye-catching, high-performing yacht," explains Giacomo Benelli, head of sales at Next Yacht Group. "It is an original, distinctive and increasingly exciting model, offering the unique pleasure of speed, outdoor life and reaching any possible destination without the slightest space or time constraint."

For more information on the AB 120, contact the team at NEXT Yacht Group today .

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