New Riva 96' Argo Super: Stylistic elegance in dialogue with the sea
by Riva Yacht 21 Jul 07:03 PDT
Riva 96' Argo Super © Riva Yacht
Launched in La Spezia, the first Riva 96' Argo Super flybridge yacht - an evolution of the Riva 90' Argo - features redesigned spaces, more natural light and significant design innovations that deliver an even more comfortable experience on board.
The launch of the first Riva 96' Argo Super at Riva's La Spezia shipyard, where models in the 70 to 130-foot range are built, was attended by Ferretti Group CEO Stassi Anastassov and by the designers of Officina Italiana Design.
The new Riva 96' Argo Super is designed to offer an even more enjoyable experience in contact with the sea, maintaining the balance between performance, comfort and timeless elegance that sets Riva's flybridge yachts apart.
An evolution of the famous Riva 90' Argo, one of the best loved models in the range, the new yacht introduces a series of major design innovations that elevate the quality of life on board, offering a more efficient layout, an even more harmonious sense of connection between indoors and outdoors, and outstanding liveability.
Like all Riva creations in the last thirty years, Riva 96' Argo Super is the result of collaboration between Officina Italiana Design, the Strategic Product Committee and Ferretti Group's Engineering Department.
"History does not make a brand iconic. The courage to reinvent it, generation after generation, does. For more than 180 years, Riva has set the standard for timeless beauty on the water. The new Riva 96' Argo Super carries that legacy forward with a yacht that is unmistakably Riva—more innovative, more liveable and more connected to the sea than ever before." said Stassi Anastassov, Ferretti Group Chief Executive Officer.
With a length overall of 28.79 metres and a maximum beam of 6.50 metres, the new flybridge model features clean, sleek contours, which are pointed up on the choice of livery - a refined pairing of Aluminium with Bright Black details- further highlighting the yacht's contemporary character.
The first major new development on board involves the aft and beach areas, which have been redesigned to enhance interaction with the water and improve the usability of the outdoor spaces. A generous sunpad complete with handrail and cup holders is now incorporated in the garage door, which opens to provide access to the Williams 435 tender and jet ski. The adjacent swim platform is fitted with a lift mechanism that makes it even easier and safer to enter the water and organise life on board, transforming the beach area into an even more welcoming and practical space. The cockpit too features additional storage compartments, a built-in refrigerator and new adjustable backrests for the two large sofas positioned lengthways beside the dining table, offering even more comfort and versatility; the flybridge, on the other hand, now showcases a new bar unit and mahogany-topped tables.
One of the most significant new features is the introduction of a day head on the main deck, which improves usability and opens the way to a more efficient layout. The salon is available in two different configurations: on this first boat, the layout features the dining area aft and the lounge forward, a solution which underscores indoor-outdoor continuity and creates an even more convivial atmosphere on board. The full-beam master suite benefits from expansive glazed surfaces and furnishings arranged to amplify the natural light and offer views of the water and surrounding seascape, even from the bed.
On the lower deck, moving the day head to the main deck frees up space which is now used for the guest sleeping area. In the standard configuration, the lower deck features three generous guest cabins, including a full-beam VIP cabin aft that exploits the newly gained space to offer a level of comfort and size comparable to a second master suite; in the optional configuration, the layout features three VIP cabins plus a guest cabin with twin beds.
The interiors have also evolved to embrace a new language of style, in which polished wengé wood is set off by pale matt oak, establishing a refined balance of textures that adds to the overall sense of brightness. The careful combination of fine woods, mirrored surfaces and contemporary polished steel detailing creates a sophisticated and welcoming atmosphere that's perfectly aligned with the yacht's elegant and sporty character.
The first Riva 96' Argo Super is fitted with a pair of MTU 12V 2000 M96X engines, each producing 2,000 HP. The on-board equipment also includes Seakeeper NG18 and NG10 gyroscopic stabilisers, the Watchit collision prevention system, Xenta's X-AID manoeuvring aid and virtual anchor system, plus a stern thruster, all solutions designed to boost comfort, safety and manoeuvrability.
The first Riva 96' Argo Super will make her official debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2026.