70m CRN M/Y 145 Project Thunderball: An outstanding project that shapes fully bespoke yacht design

CRN has officially unveiled Project Thunderball, a 70-metre fully custom superyacht (Hull 145) that reinforces the Italian shipyard’s reputation for engineering excellence, bespoke craftsmanship and owner led design. Currently under construction at the CRN shipyard in Ancona, Project Thunderball represents the latest evolution of CRN’s displacement superyacht philosophy.

A Fully Custom Vision, Built Around the Owner

Unlike semi custom platforms, Project Thunderball is a true one-off. Every aspect of the yacht has been developed to reflect the owner’s lifestyle, cruising ambitions and aesthetic preferences. From the hull lines to the interior layouts, the project is the result of close collaboration between CRN’s engineering team, naval architects, designers and the owner’s representatives.

This approach ensures:

Optimised internal volumes for long range cruising
Highly personalised guest and owner areas
Tailored technical solutions for efficiency and comfort

Exterior Design: Muscular, Elegant, Timeless

At 70 metres, Project Thunderball features bold, sculpted exterior lines balanced by refined proportions. The profile is unmistakably CRN powerful yet elegant designed to age gracefully while remaining visually striking in any global superyacht marina.

Interior Design: Crafted for Experience, Not Just Aesthetics

While interior details remain confidential, CRN projects of this calibre typically focus on:

High ceilings and open plan social areas
Premium materials selected for both luxury and durability
A strong connection to natural light and sea views
Layouts designed for extended stays onboard

Project Thunderball is expected to accommodate a generous number of guests across multiple decks, with a private owner’s deck delivering exceptional privacy and panoramic views.

Engineering & Performance

Built as a steel hulled, aluminium superstructure displacement yacht, Project Thunderball is designed for stability, comfort and long range cruising. CRN’s in-house engineering ensures:

Advanced noise and vibration reduction
Efficient propulsion systems
Compliance with the latest international safety and environmental standards

This makes Project Thunderball equally suited to Mediterranean cruising, transoceanic passages and extended global itineraries.

Final Thoughts

As Project Thunderball progresses towards completion, it stands as a powerful statement of CRN’s capabilities in the ultra custom segment. Combining scale, sophistication and technical excellence, the 70m M/Y 145 is poised to become one of the most talked about launches in its class.