Itama 70 launched in Ravenna: what to look at closely in Ferretti Group's new open yacht

Why this launch matters

On May 28, 2026, Itama announced the launch of the first Itama 70, which entered the water on May 21 at Ferretti Group's new production site in Marina di Ravenna. For Batoo readers, this is more than a news item: it is a useful signal about where the 20-metre-plus open-yacht segment is heading.

The Itama 70 is positioned as the second model in the brand's range renewal. Yard information points to 21.23 metres overall length, a 5.30-metre beam, three en suite cabins, a movable beach area that can launch a 3.25-metre tender, MAN V12 engines and a Seakeeper NG14 gyroscopic stabilizer on this first unit.

What owners should actually look at

1. The main deck is built around outdoor living

On an open yacht of this size, speed is only part of the story. The real question is how well the boat supports life on board when she is at anchor or alongside for the day. Itama puts the emphasis on the integrated foredeck sunpad, the U-shaped dining area, the wet bar and the electric bimini with lighting.

In practical terms, anyone considering this boat should ask:

• how many hours will the crew and guests really spend in the cockpit
• how important is the continuity between the aft sunpad and the dining zone
• whether an open layout is preferable to a boat with more fixed protection

The Itama 70 appears designed for owners who want to live on the exterior deck, not just run quickly from one marina to another.

2. The central windshield passage is more than styling

The yard highlights access to the bow through a passageway in the centre of the windshield. On a social open yacht, that is a practical feature: it simplifies circulation and makes it easier for guests to move forward without crowding the side decks.

For an owner, that means better traffic flow during anchoring, drinks at sunset and day use with guests who are not experienced boaters.

3. The lower deck says a lot about real use

The declared layout includes three cabins, all en suite, with the master aft, the VIP forward and a third guest cabin. In the March model presentation, the brand also detailed a dinette and corner galley below deck, plus the option of a single crew cabin with a separate bathroom.

That matters because the Itama 70 is not just a larger dayboat. It is trying to move into the space of high-comfort weekend cruising. Before shortlisting it, buyers should be clear about:

• whether the boat will be used for day trips, weekends or short cruises
• whether dedicated crew is necessary
• how much privacy is required between owner and guests

4. Tender handling is a real ownership issue

The movable beach area can accommodate and launch a 3.25-metre tender. That is a concrete ownership feature, and for many buyers it matters more than one extra knot of top speed. Easy tender handling changes how convenient the boat is for swimming stops, shore access and family day use.

During a visit, it is worth checking launching access, water access and how much usable stern space remains when the tender is not embarked.

5. Engines and stabilization deserve a cold read

According to the launch announcement, the first unit carries the optional package of twin 1,550 hp MAN V12s, with a preliminary 40-knot top speed and 35-knot cruising speed. The March introduction also listed a standard twin 1,400 hp setup, with 37 knots maximum and 33 knots cruise.

That tells us the project is still strongly performance-led, but the difference between the standard and optional engine packages should be judged against fuel expectations, normal operating speeds and the owner's real program. The Seakeeper NG14 fitted to the first boat also suggests that comfort at rest is being treated as a real design priority, not just a brochure line.

Who the Itama 70 makes sense for

The Itama 70 looks relevant for three buyer profiles:

• owners who want a sporty open yacht with credible weekend accommodation
• existing Itama clients moving up in size without leaving the brand language
• boaters who spend a lot of time at anchor and value a functional aft beach area and tender system

It may be less compelling for owners who prioritize full deck protection or extended stays with a more structured crew setup.

Batoo's view

This first launch matters because it confirms a broader direction for 2026: even fast open yachts now have to deliver real livability, easier movement on board and genuinely social exterior spaces, not just speed and image.

If you are considering the new model, the useful question is not whether the Itama 70 looks dramatic. It does. The useful question is whether the outdoor layout, three-cabin lower deck and engine package match the way you actually use the sea.

If the answer is yes, this is one of the more relevant model launches to watch in the 2026 season.