SUNSEEKER ANNOUNCES CANNES YACHTING FESTIVAL 2026 GLOBAL DEBUT AS FIRST MANHATTAN 94 LAUNCHES TO WATER
Sunseeker marked a significant milestone with the launch to water of the very first hull of its highly anticipated Sunseeker Manhattan 94 (formerly 94 Yacht), while also confirming that the model will make its global debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2026, taking place from 8–13 September.
The all-new Sunseeker Manhattan 94 will be the centrepiece of Sunseeker's presence at the show. Alongside the world premiere of the Manhattan 94, visitors will be able to experience the Manhattan 56, Manhattan 68, 75 Sport Yacht, 76 Yacht and 100 Yacht.
Under clear blue skies, Sunseeker employees gathered to witness a proud moment. Engineers and carpenters, electricians and interior designers stood shoulder to shoulder to reflect not only the culmination of months of work, but to celebrate the moment where design and engineering become reality and craftsmanship becomes capability.
The launch signals the transition into the next stage of production as the Manhattan 94 now enters Sunseeker's rigorous testing programme ahead of its much-anticipated public unveiling in Cannes. This meticulous process ensures every vessel meets the exacting standards of performance, safety and quality that have made Sunseeker synonymous with trust and excellence around the world.
Interim CEO, Steve Timms, addressed those gathered to recognise the extraordinary effort behind the project:
"What makes us Sunseeker is our tireless dedication to perfection. It's this relentless pursuit that allows us to create yachts that transform the experiences of those who own them. We help people live out their greatest adventures."
He continued by thanking the teams for the commitment and craftsmanship that made this milestone possible and acknowledged that the yacht stands as a testament to the collective strength and spirit of the Sunseeker workforce.
The Manhattan 94 represents the latest evolution in Sunseeker's design and engineering excellence, combining refined styling with exceptional performance and innovation. Today's launch to water is not only a celebration of progress, but a reflection of the people behind it whose skill, passion and determination continue to define the brand.
The model's debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 will provide clients, media and industry partners with their first opportunity to experience the new yacht firsthand, marking another important milestone in the programme's journey from concept to reality. As the flagship of Sunseeker's Cannes showcase, the Manhattan 94 will sit alongside one of the most comprehensive displays at the festival, spanning performance, sport yacht, flybridge, ocean and luxury yacht segments.
As the yacht takes its next steps towards completion and final sea trials ahead of Cannes, Sunseeker has already begun work on hull number two, which has also been sold and is eagerly awaited by its future owners and adventurers.
Sunseeker Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 Line-up:
- Superhawk 55
- Predator 55
- Manhattan 56
- Manhattan 68
- 75 Sport Yacht
- 76 Yacht
- 82 Ocean Enclosed
- Manhattan 94 (Global Debut)
- 100 Yacht
