Benetti presents B.NEOS a 40-metre hybrid yacht

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February 4, 2026

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BENETTI PRESENTS B.NEOS, A 40-METRE HYBRID YACHT THAT REDEFINES THE EXPERIENCE OF LIFE AT SEA. A COLLABORATION BETWEEN MALCOLM MCKEON YACHT DESIGN AND FM ARCHITETTURA, B.NEOS COMBINES PROFOUND YACHTING EXPERTISE WITH A FORWARD-THINKING VISION, INTRODUCING A SMARTER LIFESTYLE WHERE EVOLVED SIMPLICITY MEETS TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION.

Sailing-Inspired Design: Sleek, low-profile lines meet authentic, “lived-in” interiors for a personal atmosphere.
Hybrid Standard: A new paradigm of silent navigation with minimized fuel consumption and emissions.
Innovative Layout: Features include a Family Kitchen and a Sea Atrium on the Main Deck, plus a private Owner’s apartment on the Upper Deck.
Yacht as a Service: A turnkey ecosystem offering extended warranty, remote monitoring, and dedicated crew training for total peace of mind.

BORN OF BALANCE

Developed by Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design, B.Neos captures the essential purity and balanced proportions of a sailing yacht, seamlessly integrated with the superior comfort of a motor yacht. This purpose-driven approach results in a sleek, low-profile silhouette that avoids ostentation in favour of a timeless elegance.

The exterior lines find their perfect match in the interiors by Francesca Muzio (FM Architettura), where every space is designed to feel personal rather than monumental — favouring warmth, tactility, and lived-in comfort over formal perfection. The result is a welcoming environment that refocuses priorities, restoring a deeper, more authentic connection to people and nature. Within its 296 GT, the design maximizes spatial efficiency, offering a contemporary lifestyle for owners seeking a seamless transition between their life ashore and their time at sea.

BORN SILENT

The hybrid technology is not an optional add-on but the core of its naval architecture, specifically designed to prioritize comfort and quality of life. This integrated approach transforms the experience on board: family lunches can be enjoyed in total silence, free of exhaust fumes and vibration, where the sound of the ocean and fresh sea air are the only accompaniments. By significantly minimizing noise through its advanced propulsion, the yacht ensures an atmosphere of undisturbed calm whether at anchor or underway.

This refined onboard experience is powered by an integrated system based on twin MAN V8-800 engines, offering maximum operational flexibility. The yacht shifts seamlessly through its operating modes: Zero-Emission and Hotel Mode for silent electric power, Diesel-Electric and Crossover for optimized fuel efficiency, and Boost Mode for instant torque and effortless manoeuvring. Efficiency is further enhanced by a purpose-driven technical ecosystem. Onboard technology enables a 30% reduction in energy consumption compared to a vessel of the same size.

By designing this as a single, standard solution from the start, B.Neos eliminates the need for future upgrades and allows for a compact engine room, freeing up valuable guest space in the aft cockpit and ensuring the yacht sits closer to the water.

On B.Neos, technology is the foundation of a fully integrated ecosystem designed to simplify life on board, incorporating solutions such as advanced home automation and ultra-fast connectivity via 5G and Starlink. This smart evolution introduces Augmented Reality and Artificial Intelligence into yacht management: through smart glasses or tablets, the crew can “see” behind surfaces, while a central hub shares real-time operational data with the Shipyard. This allows Benetti to provide remote, real-time guidance to identify and resolve any issues, ensuring total reliability.

BORN CONTEMPORARY

B.Neos shifts the focus toward a more authentic and informal way of living, where the luxury of time and closeness to nature are prioritized through uncomplicated, fluid spaces.
The long, lazy aft pool area flows effortlessly into the Sea Atrium, a light-filled 2.4-metre high space enclosed by floor-to-ceiling glass walls. This seamless transition from sea to interior reimagines the beach club, transforming it into a social hub, a theme that continues throughout the interiors. The ultimate expression of this shared way of life is the Family Kitchen: an open, intimate space where family meals are shared just like at home ashore, making it the social heart of the yacht. The setting and open plan design means it doesn’t require the constant presence of crew – although the galley area can be separated with a sliding glass partition for more formal dining occasions.

Locating the wheelhouse forward on the Main Deck means the Upper Deck can serve as the Owner’s Deck complete with private, panoramic Owner’s apartment forward – a proposition for a yacht of this style and size, and a feature more typically reserved for yachts of 60 metres. This exceptional space offers absolute privacy between sea and sky with a 270-degree view. A stair leads guests up to the Observation Deck with its large, inviting sunpad nestled atop the yacht.

BORN FOR PEACE OF MIND

For this modern owner, true luxury lies in control without complexity. The Peace of Mind programme was conceived to protect the yacht’s long-term value while eliminating operational concerns through a comprehensive ecosystem of services.

This experience is built on three strategic key elements: Technical Services, including preventive maintenance, extended warranty, and remote monitoring to ensure asset preservation; Operational Management, supported by a dedicated Crew Academy, ensuring teams are fully aligned with B.Neos’ hybrid and stabilization systems; and Lifestyle & Turnkey Services. Through Yachtique, the interior design division of Azimut|Benetti Group, turnkey solutions are designed, supplied, and managed—from linens and tableware to lifestyle accessories—ensuring the yacht is always prepared for the owner. This vision culminates in Yacht as a Service (YaaS): a contemporary approach where yacht and services are integrated into a single, managed five-year solution, redefining the experience of yacht ownership.