Evo Yachts confirms its identity as a boutique shipyard and delivers the 40th yacht in its history. The owner’s choice fell on the Walkaround version of the Evo R4, which is particularly well suited to cruising in the Mediterranean. Different from all its predecessors, the shipyard has designed this boat around the needs and requirements of its owner, resulting in exquisite personalisation.
Evo Yachts’ mission has always been to create models that combine total customer satisfaction with an impeccable cruising experience from every perspective. Right from the outset, the brand based in the southern Italian region of Campania has focused its business on bespoke production rather than on standardisation and a high-volume approach, in order to offer owners models on which even the tiniest details are the result of an ongoing dialogue between the shipyard and the customer, one founded on trust and sharing.
“The concept of ‘bespoke tailoring’ lies at the core of our identity: every boat we build is designed for the owner like a tailor-made suit. Our approach is very similar to the one used on much larger vessels, where the owner has a say in every detail. We work side-by-side with the customer, discussing every aspect of the design and construction process and putting our experience at the service of their wishes, with the aim of building the boat of their dreams,” explains Rosario Mercuri, one of the founders and owners of Evo Yachts. He adds, “the relationship we establish with owners also encourages some very interesting exchanges, often leading to the development of innovative and original solutions”.
Customisation extends to every aspect of the boat, with the aim of exceeding the owners’ expectations. The layout is designed to cater to different on-board lifestyles: for lovers of the outdoor life, the yachts incorporate features that make it easier to enter the water, adding spacious platforms and more room for sunbathing; whereas if the owner’s priority is privacy, the focus is on intimate and cosier but nevertheless functional spaces, featuring innovative interior design solutions. It isn’t just a question of aesthetic changes, but of ensuring that the boat is the perfect fit for the owner’s practical needs, creating a unique personalised experience. Last but not least, each of the materials chosen is in response to a specific necessity: the carbon-fibre hard top on several models is replaced, as needed, with steel, composite or even aluminium components on the latest models, in order to meet specific strength and weight requirements. The consoles can also be finished in teak, carbon-fibre or special fabrics. This versatility in the choice of materials enables us to build yachts that aren’t just aesthetically refined but also offer high performance and durability. Additionally, a growing focus on sustainability is leading many customers to request eco-friendly materials, such as certified timber or recyclable materials, without compromising on the quality, performance and look of a luxury yacht. Every request is handled with the utmost care and attention, always striving to balance aesthetic and functional needs while remaining true to the main challenge: maintaining an equilibrium between personalisation, performance and safety.
In line with this approach, the new R4 configured in the Walkaround version for cruising in the Mediterranean stands out for the unprecedented equipment options and design solutions on offer compared to previous units, while continuing to be very easy to use, which is a key feature of Evo Yachts design. Another key concept is transformability, embodied also in this model by the multi-function XT platform, which uses electro-hydraulic mechanisms to expand and reconfigure the spaces on board, transforming the cockpit into a versatile, modular living area.
Confirming a period of significant investment, the shipyard recently inaugurated a new production site on the outskirts of Naples – it now covers a total surface area of 6,000 square metres – with the aim of gradually bringing the main production processes in-house and taking direct control of every stage of production, ensuring an even sharper focus on design and innovation.
For more information, visit www.evoyachts.com
Evo Yachts are distributed in Australia through: boatology.com.au
