New Absolute 70 FLY Boat to Attend Cannes Yachting Festival 2025

Absolute Yachts is preparing to present their latest flybridge model, the 22m Absolute 70 FLY, at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2025.

Designed with contemporary Italian style and a focus on maximizing livability, the Absolute Yacht model introduces several new features while staying true to the shipyard’s reputation for space optimization, panoramic glazing, and refined detailing.

A Flybridge Designed for Social Living

The flybridge is one of the focal points of the 70 FLY. Its reverse-slope windscreen and sleek superstructure profile make it instantly recognizable, while its layout is tailored for both navigation and leisure.

Rendering of Absolute 70 FLY Boat flybridge with white furniture and aft coffee table
Rendering of Absolute 70 FLY Boat seating and helm station
Rendering of Absolute 70 FLY Boat flybridge helm station

The ergonomic helm station of the motor yacht features flush-mounted displays and streamlined controls, complemented by unobstructed sightlines. Aft, there is ample space for dining and relaxation, with furnishings arranged to adapt between meals, lounging, or entertaining at sea.

Rendering of Absolute 70 FLY Boat aft deck with shaded white seating

Lighting plays an important role in defining the space. Integrated ambient fixtures extend use of the flybridge into the evening, turning it into a natural gathering point for guests whether cruising or at anchor.

A New Stern Platform Concept

Among the most notable features of the yacht is a stern platform that departs from Absolute’s previous designs. The hydraulic platform slides into the water with integrated non-slip steps and built-in storage for watersports equipment. This practical layout makes launching sea toys and boarding the tender straightforward, while also doubling as a private beach at water level.

Rendering of Absolute 70 FLY Boat stern with hydraulic stern

The cockpit terrace links directly to this stern area and has been designed with open balustrades for uninterrupted views aft. Flexible furniture arrangements, a wet bar, refrigeration, and dedicated storage make it equally suited to entertaining or quiet afternoons outdoors.

Rendering of Absolute 70 FLY Boat foredeck with sunpads and U-shaped seating

Forward, the bow sundeck serves as another flexible social zone. Concealed strip lighting enhances the furniture after sunset, producing a suspended visual effect. Together with the flybridge and cockpit, this area completes the yacht’s three primary outdoor gathering points.

Indoor-Outdoor Flow

Absolute’s design philosophy has long emphasized transparency and natural light, and the 70 FLY continues that direction. Panoramic glazing stretches across the salon, with slender stainless-steel framing that minimizes visual barriers. A distinctive six-leaf sliding door on the port side is a unique feature for a yacht in this size range, opening the dining area directly to the sea breeze and creating a fluid transition between the interior and exterior spaces.

Rendering of Absolute 70 FLY Boat main saloon with U-shaped seating
Rendering of Absolute 70 FLY Boat main saloon dining area
Rendering of Absolute 70 FLY Boat main saloon window and U-shaped seating

The salon is arranged with soft furnishings, a comprehensively equipped galley, and a helm station with flat monitors and dual-side access to the side decks for ease of mooring. Full-height curtains and discreet lighting fixtures add to the sense of refinement.

Rendering of Absolute 70 FLY Boat master cabin

Below deck, the Absolute 70 FLY offers accommodation for eight guests across four cabins. The full-beam owner’s stateroom forward is designed with a king-size bed, vanity, and generous storage, complemented by large hull windows for light and ventilation. The en-suite bathroom features a glazed walk-in shower and high-quality finishes.

Rendering of Absolute 70 FLY Boat port side aft decks

Powered by twin Volvo Penta D13-IPS1350 engines, the Absolute 70 FLY reaches a top speed of 28 knots.

Take a look at the other headline models confirmed for Cannes Yachting Festival 2025 below:

Absolute’s Broader Cannes Lineup

The 70 FLY will not stand alone at this year's CYF. According to YachtBuyer Market Watch, Absolute is presenting 11 models at this year’s festival. Among them is the world debut of the 18.68-meter Navetta 62, a trawler-style yacht with a semi-displacement hull, three-cabin layout, and the long-range cruising comfort that defines the Navetta series.

The Absolute 60 FLY, known as the Prisma, has been recognized for its forward-thinking design. It has been praised for its modular cockpit concept that frees up outdoor space, exceptional helm visibility, and quiet cruising performance. It is a strong choice for owners seeking flexibility and refinement in an 18.6-meter package.

Absolute 60 FLY motor yacht under way
60 FLY

The Absolute 52 FLY, at 16.76 meters, was reviewed for its innovative three-cabin arrangement that maximizes comfort for up to six guests. YachtBuyer’s review noted the yacht’s expansive interior and versatile deck spaces. The galley-aft layout and a foredeck lounge broaden the usable social areas, all of which position it as one of the most versatile flybridge yachts in its class.

The Absolute 56 FLY has been praised for delivering a near-unbeatable balance of volume and luxury across its three-cabin layout. Noted standout features are the full-beam owner’s cabin, excellent natural light and ventilation, and a well-designed helm with double access to the engine room, providing practicality with comfort.

The new Absolute 70 FLY will be a highlight at Cannes 2025, showcasing advanced Italian design, expanded outdoor living, and refined interiors. Presented alongside Absolute’s wider lineup, including the Navetta 62 world debut and the acclaimed 60, 56, and 52 FLY, it underscores the shipyard’s growing influence in the flybridge and trawler yacht markets.

Explore our dedicated Cannes Yachting Festival 2025 page to see every yacht on display, with filters for World Debuts, Show Debuts, European Debuts, and models already reviewed by YachtBuyer. It’s the quickest way to get informed before stepping onto the docks.

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