Custom Line rebrands planing line as Saetta
Custom Line, part of the Ferretti Group, has formally rebranded its planing range as Saetta during a press conference at the Monaco Yacht Show. The new name, Saetta — Italian for “arrow” or “dart” — signals a renewed focus on the line’s sporty character and distinguishes it from the yard’s established Navetta series. Ferretti Group chief commercial officer Giordano Pellacani framed the change as part of a deliberate investment strategy: “The Navetta line is already well-known, and the Saetta line will be full of investments and new ideas.”
The announcement was paired with the public debut of a new model in the series, reinforcing the rebrand as more than a nominal change. By introducing fresh product and design language at a high-profile event, Custom Line positions Saetta as a distinct offering within its portfolio and signals ongoing development across the planing range.
Saetta 128’ unveiled with SY Design and ACPV interiors
The flagship introduced under the Saetta name is the 128’ (39.8-metre) tri‑deck, which features exterior lines by SY Design and interiors by ACPV Architects. The vessel joins Custom Line’s existing planing portfolio that includes 106’, 120’ and 140’ models, and reflects the yard’s intent to expand the series’ footprint in the 40‑metre segment. Custom Line has five other Saetta units currently on order: two 106’ examples, one 120’ and two 140’ models.
The Saetta 128’ integrates contemporary volume distribution and generous glazing to maximise natural light and sightlines. Accommodation is laid out across five guest cabins, including a main‑deck owner’s suite with a walk‑around bed, and the yacht carries four crew cabins. These choices balance owner privacy and guest comfort with the operational needs of extended cruising.
Innovative Skylounge, dual-mode garage and foredeck Jacuzzi
A key exterior and functional feature of the Saetta 128’ is a fully openable skylounge on the upper deck that connects directly to the aft al‑fresco dining area, creating a large, semi‑open social space when required. Enlarged glazing on both the main and lower decks further integrates interior spaces with the outside and enhances daylight throughout the interior layout. The design emphasizes versatile indoor–outdoor living while maintaining distinct zones for dining, sunning and lounging.
At the stern, the yacht employs a “dual‑mode transom” garage system that combines a floodable garage, submersible platform and beach area into a single integrated solution. The foredeck spans approximately 25 square metres and is arranged as a flexible seating area with a Jacuzzi, offering an alternative forward social zone. These systems increase beach club functionality and water‑toy deployment without sacrificing on‑deck accommodation or circulation.
Strategic rebrand and 40m Saetta’s market impact
The Saetta rebrand and the introduction of the 39.8‑metre model reflect Custom Line’s strategic intent to invest in and differentiate its planing range. By pairing a new name with a demonstrable product update and complex technical features, the yard signals to brokers and clients that the series will evolve in both design and capability. Pellacani’s comments underscore that the move is part of broader product development rather than a purely cosmetic change.
Practically, the Saetta 128’ targets owners seeking near‑40‑metre planing performance combined with contemporary exterior styling and flexible outdoor living areas. With five additional Saettas already on order, Custom Line has immediate production momentum; future iterations and customer feedback from these hulls will determine how the line develops in performance, layout options and customisation. Overall, the rebrand and new model establish a clearer market position for Custom Line’s planing yachts and set expectations for continued investment.
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