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The new Riva Caravelle measures 42 meters in length, features a semi-displacement hull, and is currently under construction in Italy, with the first hull scheduled for launch in 2028.

Both the exterior and interior design are by Officina Italiana Design, maintaining continuity with Riva’s modern design language. No performance figures, accommodation layouts, or propulsion details are available at this time.

Based on the imagery shown during an introductory presentation of the yacht, the Caravelle adopts a long, low-profile silhouette with a pronounced forward sheer and a restrained superstructure height. Dark, continuous glazing bands run horizontally through the main and upper deck levels, visually elongating the profile and keeping the yacht’s proportions grounded despite her size.

The aft sections appear deliberately stepped, prioritizing exterior deck space and terrace-style areas over vertical mass. The hull carries its volume well aft, consistent with the stated semi-displacement platform, while the bow presents a sharp, controlled geometry typical of Riva’s recent larger models.

Ferretti Group executives emphasize that the Caravelle project responds to evolving client expectations, balancing speed and onboard comfort, addressing owners who want performance without sacrificing long-range usability. The yacht is described as flexible in concept, intended to deliver what was referred to as “the comfort of Riva” while adapting to broader cruising profiles than the brand’s smaller models traditionally allow.

The Caravelle name carries historical weight within Riva’s lineage. The term itself originates from the caravel sailing ships of the 15th century, known for long-range capability, speed for their era, and adaptability at sea. Within the Riva portfolio, the name previously appeared in the 1960s, produced during the Carlo Riva era as the brand moved toward larger cruising yachts.

Ferretti Group CEO Alberto Galassi has explicitly linked the new 42m Caravelle to that heritage, stating that the project follows in the footsteps of the legendary boat introduced in the 1960s. This connection positions the modern Caravelle as a continuation of Riva’s historic expansion into larger yachts, rather than a departure from it.