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First Swan 80 launches in Finland
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Hull one is scheduled to debut at the 2026 Cannes Yachting Festival then participate in the Rolex Swan Cup in Italy.
Nautor Swan, represented in the region by Sanlorenzo Asia-Pacific, has splashed the first hull of the Swan 80 in a traditional Finnish ceremony at its production facility in Jakobstad on Finland’s west coast.
Hull one, Elvi, will be used for the model’s world premiere at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival (September 8-13) before it heads to Sardinia for a special edition of the Rolex Swan Cup (September 14-19) as the Sanlorenzo-owned shipyard continues to celebrate its 60th anniversary.
The opening model of a Swan Maxi range that includes the 88, 98, 108 and 128, the Swan 80 is designed with a sub-24m hull and load line length, so has the operational flexibility of a pleasure vessel.
Featuring an overall length of 25.55m (83ft 10in), a low-profile coachroof and a long, clean deck, the Swan 80 features naval architecture by Germán Frers, exterior styling by Lucio Micheletti and interior design by Misa Poggi.
Suitable for ocean crossings or fast-reaching in Mediterranean conditions, the hull is constructed of foam-cored GFRP (glass fibre reinforced epoxy) with carbon-fibre reinforcements. The design includes twin rudders (with sacrificial tips), a refined bow entry and powerful aft sections, while keel options include shallow, standard and telescopic.
On deck, a near-flush teak surface flows from cockpit to stern, while the twin helm stations benefit from winches and controls positioned for intuitive handling in both short-handed and fully crewed configurations.
The cockpit can transform from protected cruising lounge to an open racing space or social terrace. At anchor, the garage door opens to double as a swim platform.
Below deck, the Swan 80 is available in multiple layouts. Stairs lead down to a saloon with two facing C-shaped sofas, with a dining table to starboard and coffee table to port.
The first hull features a forward master suite, a forward VIP cabin and two aft guest cabins, all with en-suite bathrooms. There’s separate access to the full-beam crew quarters including galley, all located forward of the tender garage.
