The Italian Sea Group has unveiled the 72-metre Admiral superyacht Admiral 72 this weekend. The new superyacht was unveiled by The Italian Sea Group and Giorgio Armani in a private ceremony at the Marina di Carrara Headquarters, Italy on Saturday 11 February.
Admiral 72 was first announced in 2020 and is the first of two superyachts designed entirely by Giorgio Armani. She blends the DNA of Admiral and Giorgio Armani to create a one-of-a-kind, avant-garde superyacht with recognisable exterior lines.
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Photo: Lucas PossiedeOver 650 guests including shipowners, brokers, shareholders, authorities, VIPs and the press were welcomed to the unveiling. The event was emphasised by the presence of Giorgio Armani and by the words of Giovanni Costantino, Founder and CEO of The Italian Sea Group.
Photo: Lucas PossiedeA laser mapping show unveiled the layout of Admiral 72 and introduced the fashion show of the Giorgio Armani spring/summer 2023 men's and women's collections.
Admiral 72 is described by her builder as having “large, sharp, geometric volumes that are perfectly balanced with curvier, softer shapes, for an ensemble that is majestic yet dynamic.” She features an extensive use of glass to create a seamless transition between her interior and exterior spaces and can be adjusted, thanks to a clever positioning of sliding panels.
“This superyacht is the result of an exciting partnership of which I am extremely proud. It is further confirmation of our way of being able to realise unique projects with Made in Italy brands of excellence that share our values”, commented Giovanni Costantino, Founder & CEO of The Italian Sea Group.
Admiral 72 combines aspects of the nautical and fashion worlds by amplifying Giorgio Armani's aesthetic philosophy. The décor is bold yet relaxed with a theme of timeless minimalism. She uses refined materials, fine hand-crafted finishes, and a masterful mix of soft or vibrant colours to achieve a minimalist luxury design.
“Giorgio Armani is synonymous with timeless elegance and sophistication, and his stylistic vision has also increased our stylistic sensitivity. This new yacht is projected to be positioned as a stylistic benchmark, also given the countless comments and regards we’ve received from various industry players,” added Giovanni Costantino.
The 1,950 GT superyacht Admiral 72 is able to accommodate up to 14 guests across seven staterooms, as well as space for a crew of 20. Amenities onboard feature a large beach club, a pool towards the aft of the main deck, a private spa and a helipad. She is built to ice-class specifications with a full displacement steel hull and a transatlantic range of over 5,500 nautical miles.
"The sea and design are two of my greatest passions. With this new collaboration, I have extended my idea of furnishing and decor to the nautical world, in which – just as in fashion – aesthetics and functionality come together in a natural and elegant style,” stated Giorgio Armani, Chairman and CEO of the Armani Group. “This highly stimulating project has allowed me to create customised spaces with Armani/Casa – like made-to-measure clothing – with the same craftsmanship applied to the choice of materials, details and production." 
Admiral 72 has an expected delivery date of early 2024.
Photo: Lucas Possiede