Pershing GTX116: 35 metre performance yacht from Ferretti Group

The Pershing GTX116 spans 35 metres and sits low in the water, its white and grey hull engineered for pace with a bow that cuts rather than floats. Twin jet skis are mounted aft, underwater lights glow against the hull, and illuminated strakes run the length of the superstructure. The proportions signal intent: this is a performance yacht built for speed without compromise on living space.

What distinguishes the GTX116 within Pershing’s own lineup is its calibration of acceleration with usable interior volume. The cabin windows are generous, the upper deck shows the command bridge and helm station set forward with the viewing area aft, a layout built for movement and sight lines rather than formal entertaining. The hull form is the work of Italian naval architect Fulvio De Simoni, whose designs have shaped the brand’s character through hard chines, pronounced spray rails and a bow entry that parts the water rather than climbing it. Pershing, part of the Ferretti Group’s portfolio, has built its reputation on fast yachts powered by dual engines that deliver the acceleration performance boat owners expect.

Engineering for the Open Water

Accommodation spans three decks. The owner’s suite occupies the main deck forward, naturally lit and proportioned for privacy and movement. Guest cabins sit below, crew quarters aft, a separation that keeps the engine room accessible without compromising living spaces. The galley works off the main deck, the saloon opens to both the covered aft deck and through glass doors to the forward viewing area, a sequence designed for the rhythm of movement rather than static entertaining.

Inside, the accommodation runs across three decks. The owner’s suite occupies the main deck forward, naturally lit and proportioned for both privacy and movement. Guest cabins sit below, and the crew quarters are separated aft, a layout that keeps the engine room and mechanical systems accessible without compromising the living spaces. The galley works off the main deck, the saloon opens to both the covered aft deck and through glass doors to the forward viewing area, and the whole sequence feels designed for the rhythm of movement rather than static entertaining.

The materials and finishes follow the Italian yacht building convention: natural wood joinery, marble or stone surfaces in the heads, upholstered seating in leather or fabric that varies by owner preference. The lighting is integrated throughout, and the air conditioning system works quietly enough not to dominate conversation. Pershing’s yachts do not need to prove they are expensive. The lines do that. The execution confirms it.

The GTX116 can be seen through Pershing’s official channels and arranged through the brand’s network of dealers. Specifications and availability vary by market. For those seeking a yacht that performs at speed without sacrificing the refinement of its interior or the clarity of its design intent, the model represents the particular territory Pershing has carved for itself: fast enough to feel alive, refined enough to live aboard for weeks without fatigue, distinctive enough to be recognized in any port.

Imagery courtesy of Pershing (@ferrettigroup).