B.Neos by Benetti: A Yacht Designed for Peace of Mind

By Nora Hart

Benetti has introduced B.Neos, a 40-metre hybrid yacht that reimagines life at sea through restraint, balance and quiet sophistication. Presented in Livorno, B.Neos embodies what Giovanna Vitelli, Chair of the Azimut|Benetti Group, described as a return to ‘essentiality, harmony, and peace of mind,’ offering owners not just a new yacht, but a simplified, more meaningful ownership experience. Sailing-inspired proportions, a low-profile silhouette and integrated technology come together in a design that prioritises proportion over volume and intelligence over excess.

Designed by Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design, B.Neos draws directly from the aesthetic purity of sailing yachts, translating their elegance and efficiency into a motor yacht with timeless appeal. ‘The focus remained on balanced proportions and a constant dialogue with the environment,’ explained McKeon, achieved through expansive glazing, low bulwarks and uninterrupted visual connections with the sea. These essential exterior lines are complemented by interiors from FM Architettura, where Francesca Muzio has created warm, personal spaces that feel lived-in, using light woods, glass and neutral tones to form a flexible canvas for owners.

Hybrid propulsion lies at the heart of the yacht’s naval architecture, delivered as a standard solution rather than an option. The integrated system enables silent, zero-emission operation and a significant reduction in energy consumption, transforming life on board into an experience defined by calm, comfort and closeness to nature. With vibration-free cruising, B.Neos places quality of life firmly at the forefront, supported by advanced connectivity, remote monitoring and smart onboard management.

Life on board is centred around fluid, informal spaces that encourage togetherness. Highlights include the family kitchen flowing into a light-filled Sea Atrium, a reimagined beach club concept, and a private owner’s apartment on the Upper Deck with panoramic views more typical of much larger yachts. This contemporary lifestyle is underpinned by Benetti’s yacht as a service approach, a turnkey ecosystem designed to remove complexity and deliver complete peace of mind. With B.Neos, Benetti presents a yacht that is not about more, but about better; quieter, simpler and more connected to the sea.

"It is informal in spirit and authentic in its connection to the water, yet unmistakably a Benetti in presence and status."

Giovanna Vitelli, Chair, Azimut|Benetti Group

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"It is informal in spirit and authentic in its connection to the water, yet unmistakably a Benetti in presence and status."

Giovanna Vitelli, Chair, Azimut|Benetti Group
By Nora Hart
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