Yachting Art Magazine

After a remarkable debut at the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival, Forte Yachts, a young Italian luxury brand from the West Naval Tech shipyard, is entering the final stages of construction of its first model: the Forte 47. This 14-metre yacht, designed entirely in aluminium, aims to redefine the standards of the compact segment with a resolutely premium approach.

Designed for fast weekend cruising, the Forte 47 combines volume, innovation and prestigious finishes usually reserved for much larger vessels. Its silhouette is distinguished by a vertical, taut bow, minimalist exterior lines and a hardtop covering half its length and its entire width. A sleek yet bold design that gives the model a unique personality in a highly competitive market.

Scheduled for launch in November 2025, the yacht is nearing completion in the Ameglia workshops near La Spezia.

• The hull, superstructure and deck are complete and ready for pre-painting treatment.
• The engine compartment is 80% complete and the outboard motors are ready to be installed.
• The interior fittings, initially approved using a full-scale model, are currently being assembled.
• The side decks, already functional, are awaiting their final finishes.

Behind this launch is the experience of West Naval Tech, renowned for its expertise in aluminium in the construction of working vessels and superyacht components. This know-how gives Forte Yachts solid technical credibility and a clear ambition: to establish itself in the 14-metre segment by combining performance, comfort and Italian distinction.

With the Forte 47, Forte Yachts has created its first model that is sporty, innovative and elegant, which should appeal to customers seeking exclusivity when it is launched this autumn.