Riva 82’ Diva: The Flybridge with Endless Outdoor Space
La Spezia, July 11, 2023 – Riva, a prestigious name in the nautical world for over 180 years, has unveiled its latest masterpiece, the Riva 82’ Diva. Launched in La Spezia, this new flybridge yacht redefines the concept of interior and exterior space, offering an unprecedented yachting experience.
Design and Innovation
The Riva 82’ Diva, crafted at the La Spezia shipyard, joins Riva's esteemed range of flybridges including the Riva 90’ Argo, Riva 102’ Corsaro Super, Riva 110’ Dolcevita, and Riva 130’ Bellissima. It represents a revolutionary approach to space utilization and functionality.
- Design: Mauro Micheli and Sergio Beretta of Officina Italiana Design
- Collaboration: Strategic Product Committee led by Piero Ferrari and the Ferretti Group Engineering Department
- Length Overall: Over 25 meters
- Beam: Over 6 meters
Exterior Spaces
The Riva 82’ Diva places a strong emphasis on outdoor spaces, designed to connect guests with the sea:
Flybridge: At 40 square meters, it is one of the largest for this size of yacht, featuring:
- Lounge with dinette and bar under a carbon fiber hard top with glass panels
- Sunbathing area forward
- Lounge area aft
Stern Beach Club: The spacious stern area includes:
- Two large bulwarks that swing down to create lateral terraces, increasing width by 3 meters
- Garage accommodating a jet tender up to 3.45 meters and a seabob
- Raised cockpit with facing sea-view sofas, offering nearly 35 square meters of living space
Interior Spaces
The interiors of the Riva 82’ Diva offer a blend of design and comfort:
Main Deck:
- Spacious saloon with a living area at cockpit level
- Panoramic dining area raised to visually mark the space
- Galley located at the forward end, which can be either closed off or opened to the dining area
- Stairwell to the flybridge featuring glass walls for a seamless connection between interior and exterior
Lower Deck:
- Accommodates up to 8 guests in 4 cabins:
- Full-beam owner’s cabin aft
- 3 guest cabins with ensuite bathrooms
- Crew quarters amidships with two separate cabins and a total of three beds, ensuring privacy with a dedicated walkway on the side of the superstructure
- Accommodates up to 8 guests in 4 cabins:
Performance
The Riva 82’ Diva offers two engine configurations:
Option 1: Pair of MAN V12 1800 engines
- Top Speed: 29 knots
- Cruising Speed: 26 knots
Option 2: Pair of MAN V12 1900 engines
- Top Speed: 31 knots
- Cruising Speed: 27 knots
Unique Features
- Design: Low and sporty profile of the superstructure with innovative higher and safer lateral gunwales, using painted composite profiles instead of traditional stainless steel handrails.
- First Unit Debut: Scheduled for the Cannes Yachting Festival 2023.
Conclusion
The Riva 82’ Diva showcases Riva's continuous innovation and commitment to excellence. With its groundbreaking design and extensive outdoor spaces, it offers a yachting experience like no other, maintaining Riva’s legacy of elegance and performance while introducing new standards of luxury and functionality in the flybridge category.
