Italia Yachts 9.98 NextGen project builds on the company’s IY 9.98, with the aim of producing a yacht that is both technologically advanced and environmentally sustainable.
The shipyard’s goal is to minimise environmental impact during production, use, and disposal.
In a statement, Italia Yachts says its objective is to contribute to the ecological transition of the nautical sector by delivering a green yacht equipped with the most innovative 4.0 monitoring systems.
“The yacht is designed and built with an emphasis on environmental sustainability and the responsible use of natural resources,” said the shipyard.
“This effort supports decarbonisation and waste reduction through a dual approach.”
Recyclable raw materials
The shipyard is exploring the potential use of eco-friendly and recyclable raw materials for the primary components of the project.
The hull will be built using recyclable resin, glass, and recycled PET materials and the structures will also use recyclable resin and glass.
The deck will incorporate flax fibre in addition to these materials and flax fibre will also be used for the headliners and structural furniture, combined with eco-epoxy or recyclable resin.
In addition, Italia Yachts is analysing the best available recovered materials to create recyclable, green products for the marine sector, which will be used in the design and construction of secondary components.
Integrated approach
The project’s initial phase will encompass a digital, integrated approach to managing the life cycle of composite components, encompassing production, operation, and maintenance.
Italia Yachts will also introduce a system for monitoring component performance and predicting wear on materials and structures.
In addition, the project will test new recyclable materials suitable for marine applications, aimed at reducing the product’s environmental footprint throughout its life cycle.
These materials will be used in secondary components of the yacht.
The yacht is designed by Matteo Polli in conjunction with the Italia Yachts design team.
