Sailing yacht Wally 101 takes shape

In Italy, the construction of a high-speed 30.8-meter sailing yacht made of carbon fiber continues.

This is the shipyard's first project since its acquisition by Ferretti Group. Wally 101 is a custom-built vessel, sold to one of the shipyard's European clients in spring 2021.

The carbon fibre hulled high performance racing yacht was designed by Wally and Santa Maria Magnolfi, with naval architecture by Judel/ Vrolijk. Last week, construction reached a major milestone as the yacht's hull took shape.

“This is the moment when the yacht’s concept first takes physical form and you get a glimpse of the vessel she will become. It’s a breathtaking sight. In this case, her purposeful bow and powerful lines promise exciting performance and a stunning appearance,” commented Wally Managing Director Stefano de Vivo.

After completing the molding process, the bow of the yacht was moved to a new space for the next stage of transformation. Bulkheads will soon be installed on Wally 101 to separate the interior space.

The yacht will weigh less than other vessels in its class by approximately 20%, and the lifting keel will increase the draft from 4.7 to 6.8 metres. The yacht is designed with a “comfortable family layout” with an open deck, where the spacious cockpit features a dining table for eight guests. The owner’s cabin and guest cabins can accommodate six passengers, with four more in the crew cabins.

"We are thrilled to be one step closer to welcoming the next amazing, custom-made Wally. Our experts have been working with Wally since the brand's early days and are among the best in the world," commented Wally founder Luca Bassani.