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A quieter anchorage is an appealing place to start a conversation about yacht technology. For owners, the benefits of hybrid systems can be felt in the everyday experience aboard: less generator noise, reduced vibration, and more flexibility in how a vessel uses power.
Italian shipyard Baglietto is pursuing those improvements alongside a longer-term hydrogen project called BZero. With more than 170 years of boatbuilding behind it, the company is working on both the systems available to owners today and the technology it hopes to bring aboard next.
We spoke with Baglietto about hybrid propulsion, its hydrogen ambitions, and what environmental responsibility means across a yacht’s lifetime.
Baglietto has over 170 years of heritage — how do you balance that legacy with building the future of sustainable yachting?
We can say that our history is our foundation, but innovation is our direction. Baglietto has always been a pioneer since the very beginning of its history, and today that spirit guides our commitment to sustainable technologies. We are deeply involved in driving the energy transition within the yachting sector, working with major partners to develop next-generation propulsion systems. This approach allows us to honor our heritage while actively shaping a greener future for luxury yachting.
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How does hybrid propulsion change the experience aboard a Baglietto yacht?
Hybrid propulsion dramatically elevates comfort and performance. the new hybrid system we are fitting aboard our latest hybrid yachts allows switching between multiple navigation modes—diesel, diesel-electric and full-electric. This ensures maximum flexibility and optimized efficiency. It also enables exceptionally quiet cruising, with reduced vibrations and improved onboard comfort. Furthermore, the system is extremely compact. All of this results in a smoother, quieter, and more enjoyable experience at sea.
How important are features like silent cruising and energy autonomy for today’s yacht owners?
They are essential—and increasingly expected. Owners today want to enjoy nature without intrusive noise or emissions. Our hybrid system allows nearly silent, vibration-free navigation in full-electric mode, creating the ideal environment for relaxation, especially at anchor. This allows owners to spend more time in remote or protected areas with minimal environmental impact.
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What kind of timeline do you envision for wider adoption of these technologies?
We are moving quickly. Our new hybrid systems are already offered as part of our production both in the TLine and DOM Line, marking a significant step in mainstream adoption of low-impact propulsion. The Bzero hydrogen system is mostly ready to be fitted onboard of a new yacht of 62m starting 2028. Broader adoption will depend on regulation, infrastructure, and customer demand, but Baglietto is already positioned among the leaders bringing these systems to market
Beyond propulsion, how important is the full lifecycle of the yacht when it comes to sustainability?
It's fundamental. Propulsion is only part of the equation—true sustainability involves the materials selected, onboard energy management, and the environmental impact of the vessel from construction to end-of-life. This holistic approach ensures every phase of ownership is aligned with environmental responsibility.
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What does “sustainable luxury” look and feel like on the water today?
Luxury is no longer defined by excess, but increasingly reimagined as a space to be lived in deep connection with the surrounding environment. A mindful sensory experience that favors the pleasure of navigation over the thrill of performance. Natural materials replace elaborate superstructures, while silence and wonder stand in contrast to speed and noise. At its core lies well-being and the quality of life on board: essence over appearance.
The most immediate appeal of these systems may be the simplest to appreciate: a quieter boat. For an owner spending the evening at anchor, reduced machinery noise is a benefit that needs little explanation.
The larger questions—how power is generated, which materials are used, and what happens to a yacht at the end of its life—require a longer view. Baglietto’s answers acknowledge that propulsion is only one part of that work.
Hybrid systems offer a step owners can consider today. BZero is a project to watch as the shipyard works toward bringing hydrogen technology aboard.
Learn more about the shipyard’s yachts and technology at Baglietto.