Second Benetti Class 44M superyacht Fortitude1 launched

Italian shipyard Benetti has celebrated the launch of Fortitude1, the latest entry in its flagship Class 44M series. The 44.1-metre fibreglass model will be delivered to her owner – a loyal Benetti client – this summer.

Both her exterior and interiors carry the signature of Italian studio Giorgio M. Cassetta. The exterior layout is said to "reinterpret the signature features of the Class line", with custom touches, including a large forward sunpad on the upper deck. She follows in the footsteps of the first unit, Juno's 7, which was launched and delivered earlier this year.

Outdoor offerings include a spacious beach area and main deck aft, designed to "encourage moments of relaxation and conviviality". The interiors continue the theme, with oversized windows, clean lines and white marble flooring creating inviting living spaces. 

Accommodation across the four-deck yacht is for 12 guests across six cabins, including a full-beam master suite. Low-profile bulwarks offer direct views of the water from the lounge on the main deck and, above, the upper deck seats 10 around its dining table.

A clever layout, generous storage capacity and range of 4,100 nautical miles make Fortitude1 suitable for long-range cruising.

"Benetti is synonymous with quality, heritage, and innovation. That is why the owner has chosen us once again, [and] the trust that clients place in us is a great source of pride," added Daniela Petrozzi, sales director at Benetti.

The news comes at a very busy time for Benetti, with the launch of the 49.9-metre XWave announced just last week amid a staggering 53 active superyacht projects.