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Riva 82’ Diva Wins “Best Custom Yacht of the Year” at the Motor Boat Awards 2025

Düsseldorf, January 24, 2025 – The Riva 82’ Diva has taken center stage at the 2025 Motor Boat Awards, securing the prestigious title of “Best Custom Yacht of the Year”. Hosted by Motor Boat & Yachting during BOOT Düsseldorf, this award reaffirms the yacht’s success as a pinnacle of innovation, luxury, and masterful craftsmanship.

A Vision of Innovation & Style

Designed by Mauro Micheli and Sergio Beretta, founders of Officina Italiana Design, in collaboration with the Strategic Product Committee led by Piero Ferrari and the Ferretti Group Engineering Department, the Riva 82’ Diva redefines flybridge yacht design.

🔹 Specifications:

• Length Overall: 25.29 meters
• Maximum Beam: 6.08 meters
• Expansive Exterior & Interior Spaces

The Riva 82’ Diva is a masterpiece of form and function, blending refined aesthetics with cutting-edge engineering. The jury praised the yacht for its “beautiful design and masterful craftsmanship”, setting a new benchmark for the flybridge category.

Revolutionary Design & Ultimate Comfort

🌊 Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Living

• A stunning salon featuring a unique split-level design that separates the living and dining areas without obstructing openness.
• Floor-to-ceiling windows, offering uninterrupted panoramic views of the horizon.

🛥️ Unprecedented Outdoor Spaces

• Stern Beach Club: Two expansive fold-out terraces that increase width by over 3 meters, creating an immersive waterfront experience.
• Forward Lounge Area: Designed for relaxation and socializing, seamlessly blending luxury with nature.
• Flybridge: A 40-square-meter space, one of the largest in its class, designed for ultimate comfort, entertainment, and breathtaking sea views.

A New Benchmark for Flybridge Yachts

The Riva 82’ Diva epitomizes elegance, performance, and ingenuity, offering an unparalleled experience on the water. With this award, Riva continues to solidify its legacy as a leader in luxury yachting, delivering vessels that redefine the essence of craftsmanship and innovation.