Fincantieri floats out Four Seasons' “extraordinary” first yacht in Italy

Four Seasons Yachts on Thursday (Jan. 23) celebrated the float out of Four Seasons I, an event that signified the completion of the exterior design of the yacht, bringing the vessel one step closer to making its big debut.

The ceremony, which took place in Ancona, Italy at the Fincantieri shipyard, follows two events late last year marking the steel cutting and leel laying landmarks in the ship building journey.

“The float-out signals that Four Seasons I is prepared for its future of nautical service as a luxury vessel designed through innovation and destined to change the yachting landscape,” the company wrote in a press release.

“This wonderful, milestone event is only possible because of the hard work, commitment, and expert craftsmanship of all those involved in the creation of Four Seasons I,” stated Nadim Ashi, owner and executive chair of MHCH and founder and CEO of Fort Partners, in a statement.

“I know I speak for everyone in attendance today when I say it is an honour to be joined by the many men and women whose dedication and expertise has allowed us to witness this monumental moment. And I cannot think of a better way to start our official one-year countdown to the January 2026 debut of this extraordinary vessel, which will redefine luxury at sea in every way imaginable.”

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Each of the Four Season’s I’s signature suites will offer floor-to-ceiling ocean views, walk-in-closets, expansive private terrace decks with splash pools, loungers, and space to entertain.

“It's been very important for all the spaces to have this beautiful, almost zen calmness to it, the logic and the intuitive feel to it,” stated Fredrik Johansson, partner, and executive director of Tillberg Design of Sweden.

Each suite provides 50 per cent more living space per guest and what promises to be the highest space ratio in the industry, adding to an opulent feel, in addition to a 66-foot pool that will be built for a lounge-experience.

“The countdown for Four Seasons I has just got more real!” wrote Shane Buksh, director of trade sales (who joined the brand last October) on his social media yesterday. 

For details on Four Season I's inaugural voyage, click here. 

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