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Sanlorenzo 74Steel Silver Fox, a new flagship shaped around space, silence and life at sea

The Sanlorenzo 74Steel Silver Fox combines diesel-electric propulsion, bespoke interiors and a beach club extending to almost 290 square metres

At 74 metres, Sanlorenzo’s largest yacht places privacy, natural light and made-to-measure design at the heart of life on board

At 74 metres and approximately 1,900 GT, the Sanlorenzo 74Steel introduces a new scale for the Italian shipyard. Built in steel and aluminium, the superyacht combines an imposing physical presence with an architectural approach that avoids unnecessary excess, placing proportion, natural light and the relationship with the sea at the centre of the experience.

The project is not simply the largest yacht ever created by Sanlorenzo. It represents the development of a new technical platform designed to support extensive customisation while preserving the engineering reliability and understated identity associated with the brand. Three units were already sold before the first yacht entered the water, with a fourth under negotiation, confirming early interest in the new flagship.

A platform designed to become a personal yacht

The 74Steel is based on a pre-engineered technical architecture, but the completed yachts are not intended to be identical. Owners can shape the interiors, deck arrangements, propulsion systems and even the configuration of the bow, allowing each vessel to develop its own character.

Although the platform was conceived around a nominal length of 72 metres, the first orders have slightly different overall lengths because of their individual bow designs. The first two units adopt diesel-electric propulsion, while the third uses a conventional shaft-driven system.

This flexibility reflects Sanlorenzo’s made-to-measure philosophy. The technical foundation remains proven and recognisable, while the spaces above and below deck are adapted to the habits, priorities and aesthetic preferences of each owner.

Exterior architecture balances strength and fluidity

The exterior lines were developed by Zuccon International Project, which translated the dimensions of the yacht into a composition of soft surfaces, controlled volumes and long visual transitions.

On the first unit, a vertical bow gives the profile a confident presence, while the inclined stern strengthens the connection between the yacht and the water. Rather than disguising the scale of the vessel, the design organises it through proportion, creating an exterior that appears powerful without becoming visually aggressive.

Large glazed areas and open decks reduce the separation between interior and exterior spaces. From the main saloon to the owner’s private areas, views remain an important part of the architecture rather than an incidental feature.

Interiors created from the owner’s perspective

The interior of the first 74Steel was designed by Francesco Paszkowski in collaboration with Margherita Casprini. The project follows the sculptural language of the exterior, using curved furnishings, flowing surfaces and irregularly shaped rugs to define the rooms without relying on rigid visual boundaries.

Matt wood finishes create a warm and natural atmosphere, accompanied by more expressive materials selected to give individual spaces their own identity. Different varieties of marble appear throughout the en-suite bathrooms, with colours and textures connected to the artworks displayed on board.

The result is not an interior conceived as a sequence of formal rooms, but a continuous environment developed around movement, comfort and personal use. Every passage, sightline and transition contributes to the way the owner and guests experience the yacht.

An entire deck reserved for the owner

The owner’s deck forms the private heart of the 74Steel. Around 130 square metres of interior accommodation are complemented by generous exterior areas, creating an overall private environment approaching 300 square metres.

The suite includes a private lounge, an office, a large walk-in wardrobe and two spa-style bathrooms, one equipped with a freestanding bathtub. The king-size bed faces a private forward terrace with a whirlpool, giving the owner uninterrupted views of the horizon.

Dedicated access routes increase privacy by separating the owner’s movements from the principal guest and service areas. At the stern, an outdoor dining space sits beneath the overhang of the sun deck, offering a more sheltered setting for meals and relaxation.

Diesel-electric propulsion creates space in unexpected places

One of the defining elements of the first unit is its diesel-electric propulsion system, developed with Siemens Energy. Six variable-speed Volvo Penta–Mase generators supply two 1,000 kW Schottel E-Pods, while liquid-cooled LEHMANN COBRA lithium iron phosphate batteries provide a combined capacity of 1.5 MWh.

Beyond efficiency and redundancy, the configuration has an important architectural effect. By changing the arrangement of the machinery, areas normally occupied by technical systems can be transformed into larger spaces for guests.

This is particularly visible in the beach club and wellness zone, which extend across an unusually generous area for a yacht of comparable size. The propulsion system therefore becomes part of the design process, influencing not only performance but also the quality of life on board.

A beach club that opens directly onto the sea

At water level, the beach club can expand to approximately 290 square metres. A retractable stern door and folding side terraces transform the area into a walkaround environment with broad access to the sea and natural light from several directions.

The wellness facilities include a gym with an opening platform, a massage room, sauna, hammam and swimming pool. A family room provides an additional space for younger guests, allowing the lower deck to function as both a social area and a private retreat.

Above, the swimming pool on the main deck features a glass bottom that brings daylight into the beach club. The two levels are visually connected, creating a more open interpretation of the stern and reducing the sense of being inside an enclosed lower-deck space.

Five decks offer different ways to experience the yacht

The sun deck is dedicated to outdoor living, with a bar and galley, dining areas, lounges, a firepit and a second whirlpool surrounded by sunpads. A transparent glass windbreak beneath the hardtop allows guests to remain outside when conditions become breezier.

On the bridge deck, a 56-square-metre wheelhouse includes an integrated bridge developed by Team Italia, now part of the Rolls-Royce group. The forward area can serve as a touch-and-go helipad, while the aft sky lounge opens towards an outdoor dining terrace through large sliding and folding glass panels.

The main deck accommodates five guest suites, including a full-beam VIP cabin with its own private lounge. The main saloon combines cinema and relaxation areas, followed by a dining table for up to 14 guests. Sliding doors on both sides encourage natural ventilation and maintain a close visual relationship with the surroundings.

Comfort also extends behind the scenes

The lower and tank decks have been organised to support discreet service during extended cruising. Eleven crew cabins are positioned forward on the lower deck, together with an additional cabin that can be used as an infirmary. The captain has separate accommodation on the bridge deck.

Dedicated crew stairways connect the operational areas without interfering with guest circulation. Two amidships garages house a ten-metre limousine tender, a crew tender and a collection of water toys.

The tank deck includes refrigerated storage, a wine cellar, technical spaces and dedicated leisure and fitness facilities for the crew. On the first unit, it also contains a hydroponic cultivation area where fresh vegetables can be grown without soil during longer periods at sea.

A flagship that chooses refinement over excess

The Sanlorenzo 74Steel remains below the 2,000 GT threshold, a deliberate choice that balances ambition with operational and production considerations. Its dimensions place it at the top of the shipyard’s steel range without moving into the increasingly complex territory of the largest gigayachts.

Its importance lies less in the numerical record than in the way the project uses scale. Technology supports quieter operation and greater flexibility, while architecture turns the available volume into light, privacy and direct contact with the water.

The 74Steel presents a vision of large-yacht living in which grandeur is not measured only by length or tonnage. It emerges through the quality of the spaces, the freedom of customisation and the ability to make a yacht of this size feel personal rather than monumental.

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16 July 2026
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Sanlorenzo 74Steel Silver Fox, a new flagship shaped around space, silence and life at sea
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