Experience the Cannes Yachting Festival with Ocean Independence

As the Cannes Yachting Festival approaches, we are thrilled to invite you to join us at this prestigious event. Held from September 10 to 15, the festival is a prime opportunity to explore some of the most luxurious yachts on the market and experience the latest innovations in the yachting world.

The Cannes Yachting Festival is a cornerstone event in the yachting calendar, attracting enthusiasts and industry professionals from around the globe. Set against the stunning backdrop of the French Riviera, the festival showcases over 600 boats ranging from 3 to 50 metres, including world premieres and cutting-edge designs.

Visitors can expect a dynamic atmosphere with numerous activities and attractions, including sea trials, yacht debuts, and the latest in nautical accessories and technologies. The Vieux Port and Port Canto will be filled with a diverse range of vessels, from multi-million-dollar luxury superyachts to elegant classics and striped out racers, there truly is something for everyone with an interest in yachting.

At Ocean Independence, we are proud to present a selection of five luxury yachts for sale and charter at the event. We encourage visitors to book viewings on the yachts in our exhibition as well as take accompanied tours of other superyachts on display with one of our consultants, ensuring a comprehensive and personalised experience. We look forward to welcoming you to Cannes and helping to find the right yacht for you.

The Ocean Independence Exhibition

We are proud to present a selection of five luxury yachts for sale and charter at the event. Our presence at the Cannes Yachting Festival includes a dedicated team of luxury yacht sales, purchase, charter, and management consultants. They will be available at our exhibited yachts throughout the show to offer professional yachting advice and accompany you on exclusive viewings.

ANNAMIA is both for sale and for charter.

Asking Price: EUR 10,200,000 (ex VAT)

Charter rate from (per week): EUR 130,000

ANNAMIA is a magnificent 43-metre built by the esteemed Italian shipyard Baglietto and designed by Francesco Paszkowski. This vessel, with its sleek grey hull and refined lines, is a true masterpiece that will undoubtedly capture attention at the Cannes Yachting Festival.

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She offers luxurious accommodations for up to 12 guests across five beautifully appointed staterooms, including three double and two twin rooms. Additionally, ANNAMIA can house up to eight crew members, ensuring an exceptional level of service and comfort for all on board. Built in 2006 and thoughtfully refitted in 2018, her interior boasts a blend of modern design and elegant comfort, highlighted by a spacious main salon that seamlessly integrates living and dining areas.

Equipped for long-range cruising, she boasts an impressive range of 3,400 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 14 knots, powered by two CAT 1950hp engines. Featuring stabilisers for smooth sailing and ample storage for water toys, she is perfect for both relaxation and adventure.

With a solid history of successful charters, ANNAMIA is a reliable and luxurious choice for anyone seeking to purchase or charter a superyacht with a proven track record.

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PERSUADER is both for sale and for charter.

Asking Price: EUR 4,500,000 (VAT Paid)

Charter rate from (per week): EUR 49,000

PERSUADER is a charming 33 metre family friendly yacht built by Ocea, designed to provide the ultimate blend of luxury and adventure. Her elegant design and world-cruising capabilities make her an ideal choice for both coastal cruising and blue water exploration, offering extensive space and amenities for all occasions.

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Accommodating up to 10 guests in 4 well-appointed staterooms, PERSUADER ensures a comfortable and inviting atmosphere for extended stays. The master stateroom features a double bed, desk, and sofa, while the VIP stateroom offers twin beds in a V-berth arrangement. Additionally, there are two guest staterooms with twin beds and two Pullman beds, each with its own head and shower, ensuring privacy and convenience for all guests.

Inside, the open-plan salon is bathed in natural light and offers comfortable seating areas, an entertainment centre with a 42-inch Samsung television, and a Bose stereo surround system. The expert use of natural mahogany and elegant fabrics throughout the yacht creates a classic and sophisticated ambiance.

Outside, PERSUADER provides various areas for guests to enjoy the sun and sea, whether at anchor or while cruising. Following seven successful years of cruising in the Mediterranean and the Caribbean with her current Owner, PERSUADER is now ready for new and exciting journeys.

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PERLE BLEUE is for sale with Ocean Independence.

Asking Price: EUR 9,750,000 (VAT Paid)

PERLE BLEUE, a 38 metre motor yacht built by the respected Hakvoort shipyard in 2007, combines timeless elegance with practical design. Ideal for those who appreciate both luxury and functionality, this yacht is perfectly suited for families and friends who want to enjoy the best of the yachting lifestyle.

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Her 5 staterooms comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests. The full-beam Owner’s Suite on the main deck is a standout feature, offering a king-size bed, walk-in closets, and a private study. Below deck, four additional guest suites ensure everyone on board enjoys the same level of comfort and privacy, each with its own en suite.

Outdoors, PERLE BLEUE impresses with expansive decks designed for entertaining and relaxation. The sundeck offers a Jacuzzi, oversized sun pads, and a Teppanyaki bar, making it a perfect spot for lazy afternoons or lively evenings. The sky lounge, with its panoramic windows, is another highlight, providing a cosy space to unwind with unbeatable views.

PERLE BLEUE isn’t just about looks—she’s built for those who want a yacht that performs well and feels like home. For buyers seeking a blend of luxury, comfort, and practicality, she’s a superb choice.

EH² is both for sale and for charter.

Asking Price: EUR 17,500,000 (ex vAT)

Charter rate from (per week): EUR 155,000

EH², built in 2022, combines modern minimalism with classic elegance, drawing on Benetti’s roots with the 1960s Motopanfilo series that helped to put the now preeminent Italian shipyard on the map.

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This stylish 37 metre motor yacht offers luxurious accommodation for up to 10 guests in 5 elegant staterooms, including a spacious master and four versatile suites. With a crew of six, a foredeck jacuzzi, a cocoon-style private observation deck, and a beach club with an integrated stern swim platform, EH² ensures a decadent on-the-water experience.

On board you will notice the concerted effort by the designers to bring the outside in wherever possible. Bathed in natural light thanks to large windows and reflective surfaces, a constant connection with the sea is a theme throughout.

With a range of 3,800 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 11 knots and a top speed of 18 knots, EH² is perfect for both long-range cruising and island-hopping adventures. Recently refitted (2024), EH² is in exquisite condition, offering timeless design and exceptional volume for both charter guests and a new Owner.

LAFAYETTE is listed for charter with Ocean Independence.

Charter rate from (per week): EUR 130,000

LAFAYETTE, a brand-new 36 metre Amer, was launched just a few months ago and is now available for charter. With impeccable interior design by Verme Projects, she accommodates up to 10 guests in five light flooded staterooms with all the amenities to promise contemporary sophistication.

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The Owners, with a background in luxury hospitality, have meticulously curated every detail of LAFAYETTE, ensuring only the best for charter guests. From the smallest details such as the loose furniture to the immediately eye-catching balcony, Jacuzzi, and sunpads, LAFAYETTE offers exquisite indoor/outdoor living spaces ideally suited to a Mediterranean luxury yacht charter.

Built in 2024 with a GRP hull and superstructure, LAFAYETTE is powered by four Volvo Penta engines, allowing her to cruise comfortably at 18 knots and reach an impressive top speed of 27 knots making short work of cruising between the anchorages and islands on your itinerary. She also boasts a range of water toys and a Williams Jet Tender for easy travel from ship to shore.

With her impressive speed, efficiency, and luxurious amenities, LAFAYETTE is set to be one of the standout yachts at the Cannes Yachting Festival. Don’t miss the chance to experience this exceptional yacht firsthand.

KUDOS is both for sale and for charter.

Asking Price: GBP 3,495,000 (ex vAT)

Charter rate from (per week): EUR 52,500

KUDOS, a 28 metre motor yacht from the British shipyard Sunseeker, is the perfect South of France based family yacht. With four en suite staterooms, and benefitting from an extensive refit in 2021, her modern interior features a chic palette of ecrus, whites, and creams ensuring she can comfortably accommodate up to eight guests in modern luxury.

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Built in 2014, KUDOS offers a blend of speed and efficiency. Powered by twin MTU engines, she cruises at 20 knots and reaches a top speed of 26 knots, while her fuel-efficient planning hull allows for a range of up to 1,200 nautical miles at 10 knots.

Modern features including a deck Jacuzzi, selection of water toys, and at-anchor stabilisers mean KUDOS provides a smooth and comfortable onboard experience for endless fun on the water.

KUDOS is an eye-catching yacht, perfect for families looking to explore the beautiful waters of the South of France. Come see her at the Cannes Yachting Festival and discover why she is the ideal yacht for your next adventure.

Other Exciting Yachts In the Show

The Cannes Yachting Festival features an array of yachts beyond those exhibited by Ocean Independence. Each year this event hosts the debut of some of the most exciting new launches from prestigious shipyards. Attendees can look forward to witnessing cutting-edge designs and innovations firsthand. Below, we have picked just five of the new yachts in the show that we are excited to see. If you would like to be accompanied by an experienced yacht consultant for guided viewings of these exceptional vessels, please contact us.

ASTERA (Baglietto DOM 133, 40.60m)

ASTERA, part of the successful DOM 133 series by Italian shipyard Baglietto, is one of the largest yachts in the show at 40 metres. Making her global launch, ASTERA features an aluminium hull and superstructure with exquisite guest spaces designed by Studio Vafiadis offering decadent living both inside and out. She boasts an impressive 3,500 nautical mile range, luxurious accommodations for ten guests, and impressive amenities including a large beach club making her a standout at the Cannes Yachting Festival.

70 SUNREEF POWER

The 70 Sunreef Power, continuing the legacy of Sunreef Yachts’ innovative and fully customisable motor yachts, is a standout at the Cannes Yachting Festival. As part of the new range of power catamarans, including the 60, 80, and 100 Sunreef Power models, this dynamic and elegant luxury catamaran offers a peek into the future of yachting design and comfort.

FRETTE (COLUMBUS ATLANTIQUE 43M)

Built by Columbus Yachts and named in honour of the Frette brand, known for its exceptional Italian craftsmanship, M/Y FRETTE is adorned with Frette Bespoke linens, adding luxury and sophistication. This 43-metre yacht combines a steel hull with an aluminium superstructure, featuring a 9.05-meter beam and 460 GT tonnage. Designed by Hot Lab with naval engineering by Hydro Tec, it offers a “natural synthesis between a motor yacht and a classic sailing boat”. The standout “sailing-type” stern, with a 5-metre central swimming pool just 50cm above sea level, enhances contact with the water. Large outdoor areas and generous indoor spaces ensure total immersion in the surrounding landscape making her a must visit at the show.

SWAN 88

For sailing enthusiasts, the Cannes Yachting Festival offers an array of impressive sailing yachts, and a standout for us is the Swan 88. As the first hybrid yacht by Swan, it features diesel-electric propulsion and combines sailing yacht elegance with superyacht luxury. Developed with naval architecture by Germán Frers, interior design by Misa Poggi, and exterior styling by Lucio Micheletti, the Swan 88 is designed for performance and cost-efficient chartering. The design offers fast yet accessible sailing performance while cleverly complying with MCA charter regulations, ensuring reduced running costs and simplified certification.

Sanlorenzo SX100

For those seeking a unique blend of open spaces and architectural elegance, the 30.5 metre SX100 from Sanlorenzo is a standout at the Cannes Yachting Festival. This “crossover” yacht offers a main deck master cabin, a spacious stern terrace, and an innovative fold-down beach club that connects into the interior lounge, providing a luxurious connection to the sea. The SX100 also features curved glass dividing the lower-deck salon, creating an impressive and open ambiance. With a larger main salon and three well-appointed staterooms. Offering all the requisite luxury and amenities of a superyacht in this size bracket, but wrapped into an artful design that breaks the mould of traditional yacht styling, the SX series from Sanlorenzo has carved out a new niche for the modern yachting enthusiast.

Visit The Cannes Yachting Festival With Ocean Independence

We look forward to seeing you at the Cannes Yachting Festival and helping you discover the perfect yacht for your needs. Whether you’re interested in booking exclusive viewings, securing VIP tickets, or discussing your yacht purchase, sale, charter, and management needs, our team is here to assist you. Don’t hesitate to contact us.

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9 Sep 2025 - 14 Sep 2025 | Cannes

Articles Experience the Cannes Yachting Festival with Ocean Independence

The Ocean Independence Exhibition

1 ANNAMIA For Sale and Charter

Asking Price: EUR 10,200,000 (ex VAT)

Charter rate from (per week): EUR 130,000

2 PERSUADER For Sale and Charter

Asking Price: EUR 4,500,000 (VAT Paid)

Charter rate from (per week): EUR 49,000

3 PERLE BLEUE For Sale

Asking Price: EUR 9,750,000 (VAT Paid)

4 EH² For Sale and Charter

Asking Price: EUR 17,500,000 (ex vAT)

Charter rate from (per week): EUR 155,000

5 LAFAYETTE For Charter

Charter rate from (per week): EUR 130,000

6 KUDOS For Sale and Charter

Asking Price: GBP 3,495,000 (ex vAT)

Charter rate from (per week): EUR 52,500

Other Exciting Yachts In the Show

ASTERA (Baglietto DOM 133, 40.60m)

70 SUNREEF POWER

FRETTE (COLUMBUS ATLANTIQUE 43M)

SWAN 88

Sanlorenzo SX100

Visit The Cannes Yachting Festival With Ocean Independence

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