The Italian shipyard’s newest superyacht blends reimagined naval architecture, expanded outdoor living, and next-generation hybrid propulsion technology.
Benetti announced the signing of the sales contract for the first Oasis 36M, the newest addition to the Oasis family, unveiled this September at the Cannes Yachting Festival. The sale of Hull 1 was brokered by Jonathan Hind of Burgess, who represented the Owner throughout the transaction. The delivery is scheduled for May 2028.
“We are delighted that the first Oasis 36M has found her Owner just weeks after her debut in Cannes,” says Daniela Petrozzi, Benetti Sales Director. “It is a clear sign that the market has immediately recognised the value of this project, which takes the Oasis philosophy to a new level. I would like to thank the Owner for their trust and the Burgess team for their excellent collaboration throughout the process. The interest generated since Cannes makes us confident that further units will follow.”
With exterior styling by RWD and interiors designed by Bonetti/Kozerski Architecture, the Oasis 36M represents the latest evolution of the Oasis philosophy. Drawing on advanced engineering solutions and the extensive experience gathered from Owners and crews across the Oasis fleet, the project introduces a completely reimagined naval architecture, a new approach to onboard living, and a range of technological innovations that further enhance comfort, quietness, efficiency and overall performance at sea.
Living Better: More Space Where It Matters Most
The design reshapes onboard volumes around the way guests genuinely experience life at sea. The yacht’s most valued outdoor areas, including the Sun Deck, the Upper Deck terrace and the iconic Oasis Deck®, have been significantly expanded to offer greater liveability, comfort and flexibility. Interiors have been reimagined to create a more fluid and elegant continuity between spaces. Structural constraints have been minimised in favour of brighter, more open environments, while redesigned crew circulation routes ensure complete separation between service and guest areas. This allows the crew to operate with maximum efficiency while preserving privacy and discretion.
Going Further with Less: Efficiency in Service of Lifestyle
The yacht’s naval architecture and engineering have been developed to respond directly to contemporary Owners’ cruising habits. A new bow bulb, developed by Benetti’s R&D department, reduces hydrodynamic resistance, lowering propulsion fuel consumption to less than 30 litres per hour per engine. This increased efficiency enabled Benetti’s engineers to reassess fuel capacity based on actual fleet usage data, which highlighted a growing preference for longer stays at anchor rather than extended passages. Fuel capacity has therefore been optimised without compromising the range required by typical cruising profiles. The resulting space has been dedicated to enlarging black and grey water storage capacity to 5,000 litres, providing Owners and guests with greater autonomy and allowing them to spend several consecutive days in remote anchorages while remaining fully self-sufficient.
Quietly Effortless: Comfort Through Silence and Reliability
With Oasis 36M, acoustic comfort and operational reliability become defining elements of the onboard experience. New-generation electric actuators entirely replace traditional hydraulic systems for key mechanical and deck-handling operations, including garage doors, lifting mechanisms and the fold-down wings of the Oasis Deck®. Besides eliminating any risk of hydraulic oil leakage and simplifying maintenance, the system significantly reduces onboard noise and vibration, enhancing guest comfort throughout the yacht. The yacht retains a conventional shaft-line propulsion system, chosen for its proven reliability and suitability for long-range cruising. In line with Benetti’s pragmatic approach to sustainability, Oasis 36M can also be equipped with the Siemens SISHIP EcoProp hybrid propulsion package. The plug-in system delivers substantial reductions in emissions, fuel consumption and noise while preserving the reliability and safety standards expected of a Benetti yacht.
Intelligent by Design: Technology Working Behind the Scenes
Oasis 36M combines sustainability, reliability and advanced monitoring systems to simplify ownership and maximise operational efficiency. The yacht is fitted with SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) emission-reduction technology as standard, demonstrating Benetti’s commitment to responsible yachting beyond current regulatory requirements. The approach reflects a broader strategy adopted across the Benetti fleet, including models below the threshold where SCR systems are mandated by international regulations. Developed in partnership with SailADV, the D.gree platform combines digital twin technology, structural modelling and machine-learning algorithms to monitor the yacht’s physical and hydrodynamic parameters in real time. The system enables early detection of anomalies and helps anticipate maintenance requirements for engines and generators, reducing downtime and improving operational reliability. From its architecture and living spaces to its engineering and digital intelligence, Oasis 36M represents the natural evolution of the Oasis concept. It embodies Benetti’s ongoing commitment to delivering meaningful innovation through practical and reliable solutions, combining visionary design, engineering excellence and an uncompromising quality of life at sea.
