SHERIDAN, WYOMING – March 4, 2026 – Ferretti Group has introduced the new Itama 70 as part of a broader Itama range renewal, positioning it as an open yacht designed to feel genuinely liveable—not just fast and good-looking. First presented this year at boot Düsseldorf, the Itama 70 focuses on how people actually move, sit, relax, and spend time onboard, with layouts meant to make the space feel larger and more natural to use. It’s aimed at buyers who value the “quality time” side of boating as much as performance, and who want an open-yacht experience that feels elevated and effortless. The big idea is simple: more comfort, smoother on-board flow, and a day-to-night setup that supports real downtime on the water.
What’s New About the Itama 70 Experience
Itama is framing the 70 as “freedom at sea” with a practical twist: turning an open yacht into a space that feels complete and usable across the day. From the start, the project’s stated aim was to optimise life on board, adding features and layouts designed to make full use of the available space. In lifestyle terms, that reads like less “showpiece” and more “this actually works when you’re living in it for a weekend.”
The project comes from collaboration between the Ferretti Group Product Strategy Committee led by Piero Ferrari and the Group’s Engineering Department, with Vallicelli Design handling the exterior styling and IdeaeItalia responsible for the interiors. That mix typically signals a balance of form and function: clean lines outside, and inside decisions that support comfort, storage, and daily rhythm.
Design That Leans Modern Without Dropping Heritage
The Itama 70’s exterior lines are described as a contemporary take on the brand’s standout features, intentionally preserving heritage rather than starting from scratch. A key visual move is the side windows running the length of the hull, shaping a sleeker, more contemporary profile. It also carries over innovations introduced on Itama 54, including a large sunpad in the bow integrated into the deck.
For a lot of owners, this is where the emotional value shows up: an open yacht is as much about the feeling you get when you first see it as it is about what it can do. The Itama 70 appears built to deliver that “wow” moment, while still prioritising how you’ll use every area once the excitement settles into a real day on the water.
Main Deck Living: Social, Simple, and Flexible
The main deck layout is built around comfort and liveability, especially at the stern where open-yacht life typically happens—sun, conversation, drinks, and easy movement. The large stern sunpad remains an Itama hallmark, and the starboard-side passageway supports practical boarding. In front of that, there’s a U-shaped dining area with a teak-topped table, positioned near a wet bar unit with sink and fridge.
A particularly lifestyle-friendly detail is the optional transformation of the wet bar unit into a chaise longue by adding a cushion. That’s the kind of choice that matters in real life: more seating when friends are onboard, and more ways to stretch out when you want a quiet moment.
- Large stern sunpad plus starboard-side boarding passageway
- U-shaped dining area with teak-topped table
- Wet bar unit with sink and fridge
- Optional chaise longue setup by adding a cushion
People Flow and Comfort: The Details You Notice After Day One
The helm station sits on the port side with seating for two people and is described as offering excellent visibility. But beyond the driving experience, the Itama 70 puts emphasis on “people flows” onboard—how easily everyone moves around without bottlenecks or awkward turns. Access to the bow area is centrally aligned with the windscreen, while the entrance to the lower deck is positioned on the far starboard side, aimed at smoother movement through the space.
This sounds like a small thing, but it’s often what separates a boat that looks great from a boat that feels great. On an open yacht, the day is full of small transitions—sunpad to dining, cockpit to bow, main deck to cabins—and when those transitions are effortless, the whole experience becomes calmer and more premium.
Lower Deck Living: Three En Suite Cabins and a Step-Free Feel
The lower deck accommodates three cabins, each with an en suite bathroom, plus a corner galley and a dinette. The master cabin is located in the stern—highlighted as an important feature for a 70-foot open yacht—while the VIP cabin sits in the bow. The third guest cabin is on the port side with a queen-size bed arranged perpendicularly to the keel, and its en suite bathroom can also function as a day head.
Two comfort points stand out here for everyday use. First, the hull glazing is intended to provide excellent natural lighting, which can make cabins feel much less enclosed. Second, steps are completely eliminated on this level, which supports smoother movement and a more relaxed, “home-like” feel—especially useful when you’re carrying bags, moving between cabins, or simply waking up at sea.
For owners who want crew support, a single crew cabin with separate bathroom can be fitted on request, accessed from the aft sunpad. That keeps crew access practical while maintaining privacy and flow inside.
Performance Snapshot: Fast, With a Choice of Power
The Itama 70 is fitted with two MAN V12 engines, offered in two configurations. The standard setup includes two 1,400 HP units, translating into a top speed of 37 knots and a cruising speed of 33 knots. The optional version uses two 1,550 HP MAN V12 engines, for a maximum speed of 39 knots and a cruising speed of 35 knots, with the data described as preliminary.
In lifestyle terms, the message is clear: this isn’t a “slow luxury lounge.” It’s meant to feel free, dynamic, and quick—while still delivering a more complete on-board living experience than many open yachts in this size class.
Mini FAQ: What Everyday Buyers Will Want to Know
Q: Is the Itama 70 more about luxury living or sporty boating?
A: Based on the source, it’s designed to blend both—optimising life onboard while keeping open-yacht speed and a dynamic feel.
Q: What makes the interior feel more liveable compared to typical open yachts?
A: Three en suite cabins, a galley and dinette, strong natural light from hull glazing, and step-free movement on the lower deck are all aimed at easier day-to-day use.
Q: Can the social areas adapt depending on how you host?
A: Yes. The main deck includes a wet bar unit and an optional chaise longue conversion, which supports more flexible seating and lounging.