The Italian shipyard Baglietto, the Swiss specialist in yacht management Floating Life and the engine manufacturer Volvo Penta join forces around a unique project: a superyacht fully custom 48 meters long, designed for circumnavigation and boasting a strong identity. The shipyard officially announces the sale of this new superyacht, named Hull 10277, a true manifesto of high-end exploration.
Designed for an owner wishing to sail to the most demanding latitudes, this yacht stands out as much for its engineering as for its philosophy: a fusion of technicality, Italian elegance and spirit of adventure.
Born on the shores of La Spezia more than 170 years ago, Baglietto It carries in its DNA the audacity of the pioneers of the sea. On this legendary shipyard, each yacht It is born as a unique piece, shaped by expert hands and a resolutely forward-looking vision. Baglietto embodies Italy at its finest: a sense of style, mastery of design, a passion for detail, and the art of creating yachts that not only sail but also inspire. From its iconic hulls to collaborations with the biggest names in design, the brand has reinvented itself without ever betraying its heritage.
Today, Baglietto continues to write its legend, forging superyachts that combine character, innovation and soul, yachts designed not only to cross oceans, but to mark the imagination of those who see them as well as those who live on them.
A yacht designed for the limits of the world
Designed by Floating Life and refined with Zero13, under the supervision of Baglietto, the hull was developed to obtain certification ICE CLASS 1Denabling navigation in extreme environments. Its architecture prioritizes a constant connection with the sea, thanks to fluid indoor/outdoor circulation and light-filled spaces.
Born in Switzerland in 2002, Floating Life It was built around a simple yet ambitious idea: to transform the dream of a yacht into a perfectly controlled, serene, and personal experience. At the crossroads of engineering,lifestyle With its bespoke service, the company accompanies owners like a true “travel companion,” present at every stage of the adventure. Behind its name lies a philosophy: that of seamless, unconstrained yachting, where every detail is anticipated so that the owner experiences only what truly matters: the pleasure of the sea. Management, navigation, chartering, new projects, custom yacht construction… Floating Life orchestrates everything with the discretion and precision of a prestigious Swiss firm and the creativity of a passionate craftsman. With its New Build division, the company goes even further: it brings to life deeply personal yachts, designed as unique pieces that reflect the soul of their owners. More than just a service, Floating Life cultivates an art of Tailor-made authentic, where humanity, trust and excellence form the compass.
On board, the interior design is distinguished by a true celebration of the sea. The panoramic lounge, entirely enclosed by 360° windows, offers constant immersion in the seascape, while spectacular transparent staircases connect the different decks with lightness and elegance. The spaces are adorned with warm, natural materials, chosen for their ability to combine comfort, refinement, and understated elegance.
The architecture is also ingenious, with a completely open-plan lower deck from bow to stern thanks to the engine room's placement on an "under-lower deck," a very rare configuration for a yacht of this size. In terms of performance, the hull, finely optimized to reduce drag, guarantees a range of over 5,000 nautical miles while lowering fuel consumption by up to 30%.
A groundbreaking innovation: a launching system for 10m tenders
Another distinctive feature: the 10-meter main tender will benefit from a custom-designed launching system, inspired by the launching trolleys of Italian shipyards from the 1940s–1960s. Developed with Besenzoni, this mechanism reinterprets this historical technology in a modern hydraulic version, with a retractable platform allowing for a quick, safe and space-efficient launch.
An exclusive offering on the market for a yacht of this size.
Volvo Penta achieves a first in the superyacht segment
With over a century of marine innovations to its credit, Volvo Penta Volvo Penta has established itself as one of the world's leading providers of propulsion and energy management solutions for yachting. Renowned for its integrated "from helm to propeller" approach, the Swedish brand has made it its mission to reinvent the sailing experience by combining performance, ease of use, safety, and sustainability. Its technologies, often pioneering in the industry, have transformed the way yachts are piloted and experienced, offering more intuitive, efficient, and responsible navigation. Today, Volvo Penta continues to pave the way for a new generation of yachting, where innovation and environmental responsibility lead to a smarter and more harmonious way of exploring the oceans.
This 48-meter vessel will be equipped with the platform Volvo Penta IPS Professional, now considered the most advanced propulsion solution in the superyacht segment. Fully integrated, from the bridge to the propellers, it ushers in a new generation of helming experience. Its design notably allows for the combination of two power sources for increased flexibility and redundancy, while its Eco Mode Intelligent and efficient, the system automatically optimizes operation, activating only two of the four propulsion units during cruising or maneuvers to reduce fuel consumption, emissions, maintenance, and onboard noise. Compact and designed to free up technical space, this architecture also provides more room for living areas and passenger comfort.
Nicola Pomi, Vice President of Volvo Penta's Yacht & Superyacht division, sees this as “a milestone in the evolution of premium yachting".
Partners united by a culture of bespoke solutions
« This project illustrates our ability to create high-tech, tailor-made products. “, said Fabio Ermetto, CCO of Baglietto.
For Floating Life, this yacht also marks a turning point: It embodies our vision of tailor-made solutions: supporting the shipowner at every stage " underlines Andrea Pezzini, founder of the company.
With this 48-meter yacht, Baglietto, Floating Life and Volvo Penta have forged a strategic collaboration to serve a new chapter in exploratory yachting: refined, intelligent, efficient and deeply personalized.
Patrick Koune
