ANTONINI NAVI SELLS THE FIRST XPD95

Antonini Navi announces the sale of the first XPD95, a project strongly influenced at the outset by its expedition yacht DNA and now reinterpreted – in a comprehensive, bespoke development process – as a superyacht built around the owner's needs and approach to life at sea.

The owner chose XPD95, having been drawn to the concept and the exterior lines of the design from the outset, and asked Antonini Navi to preserve its identity whilst working together to develop a yacht that would meet all his requirements in terms of sailing, comfort and lifestyle. This resulted in a collaborative design process with Aldo Manna – the shipyard’s co-founder and sales director – and the team, developed over months of face-to-face meetings during which the boat’s layout, functions and intended use were gradually defined on a joint basis with the client.

The XPD95’s long-range DNA can be seen in the yacht’s steel hull and aluminium superstructure, as well as in her rugged construction, practical solutions and naval design language, which is reinterpreted for use predominantly in the Mediterranean. Direct connection with the sea, privacy for the owner, spacious outdoor areas and straightforward management are the central features of a motor yacht designed to be enjoyed to the full.

The exterior lines, designed by Sculli & Covini, draw inspiration from professional offshore vessels and translate this into a contemporary and instantly recognisable silhouette. The imposing high bow conveys a sense of protection and solidity, while the volumes gradually take on a lighter feel towards the stern, opening out onto the large platform at the water’s edge. The helm station, inspired by wheelhouses on ocean-going tugs, and the use of polished stainless steel in operational areas further contribute to the XPD95’s identity.

The interiors are designed by Hot Lab,, commissioned to interpret the owner’s tastes in the form of inviting, light-filled spaces permeated by a warm, refined and understated style. The dominant wood will be eucalyptus, combined with lacquered finishes, leathers, fabrics, metal

details and natural stone, and featuring furnishings with soft, flowing lines and a special focus on visual continuity between indoors and out.

“We're particularly proud of this sale because it’s the result of a long process and of our absolute confidence from the outset in the XPD95 project, which we’ve continued to develop and refine over the years,” comments Aldo Manna. “The sale was also made possible thanks to the personal relationship built up over time with the owner, confirming just how much tangible value is added by the Antonini family’s human relationships, mutual trust and direct, friendly approach. We worked with this owner for months, listening to his requirements and discussing every aspect of the yacht’s functionality, without ever losing sight of the project’s original identity. Seeing XPD95 evolve to reflect the owner’s personality is a source of great satisfaction and enthusiasm for the whole team. We are grateful to the owner for the trust shown in Antonini Navi and in everyone who has worked on the project.”

XPD95 is characterised by a predominantly horizontal architecture featuring a low, sweeping profile, designed to keep the gross tonnage within 199 GT and to concentrate the functions without resorting to the multiple-deck configurations typical of larger yachts: the stern combines technical functionality with areas for socialising at sea; the owner has an entire private deck at their disposal; the main outdoor areas are easily accessible; and the crew has well-organised independent pathways for living and working.

A central feature of the design is the multifunctional beach area measuring about 35 square metres. When the yacht is underway, it can accommodate a five-metre tender while still leaving space for guests to use; once the tender is launched, the area transforms into a large private terrace overlooking the sea. The transformer platform completes the area, facilitating launching and hauling-out operations, as well as providing access to the water and acting as a base for water-based activities.

A dedicated Owner’s Deck totalling about 60 square metres – comprising 25 square metres of interior space and an integrated 35-square-metre terrace – ensures absolute privacy for the owner. This space is designed as a private apartment overlooking the sea, allowing the owner to choose at any time whether to share life on board with guests or to spend time in private. Emphasising this concept, the owner’s deck can be accessed from inside the yacht or via a protected structural staircase located on the port side near the centre of the vessel.

The decision not to include a Sun Deck was also a deliberate design choice. The outdoor areas comprise the 44-square-metre cockpit on the Main Deck and the 33-square-metre Foredeck Living area on the Upper Deck, creating two large outdoor spaces while maintaining a low, sleek profile consistent with the yacht’s characteristics.

There has also been a special focus on the crew quarters, situated on the Lower Deck in the yacht’s central section to separate the guest areas from the engine room. The crew area covers a total of approximately 23 square metres and comprises two three-berth cabins, with a third cabin strategically situated at the bow of the Main Deck, close to the galley and laundry, which can accommodate an additional crew member or be used as extra storage space.

Construction will be overseen by the Camper & Nicholsons team, and the Owner’s Representative is Daniela Duck, with whom Antonini Navi has a long-standing working relationship and who will ensure ongoing communication between the shipyard and the owner throughout all stages of the project. The construction contract was drafted with the support of professional consultants with whom the shipyard has a long-standing business relationship, helping to ensure a smooth process from the outset: Ezio Dal Maso, Partner and Head of the Superyacht Practice at Stephenson Harwood, who advised the owner, and Cecilia Vernetti, Partner in the Shipping & Yachting team at Deloitte Legal, who advised Antonini Navi.

The sale of the first XPD95 is a tangible expression of Antonini Navi’s DNA: listening to the customer, understanding their needs, proposing effective solutions and transforming desires and expectations into a design that can realistically be built: a shared journey in which technical expertise, design expertise and the owner’s vision converge in the construction of a unique yacht.