Columbus Yachts lays keel of 48-metre Crossover 48 superyacht

The new model will join the series of comfortable explorers already featuring the recently launched 42-metre yacht and the in-build 47-metre model
July 9 2025 3 minutes to read
461
Hydro Tec took an active part in the Columbus Crossover 48's development

Columbus Yachts started construction on the Crossover 48 on spec, and the keel laying ceremony took place at the Palumbo Superyachts shipyard in Savona 

The new Columbus Crossover 48 is described as “a next-generation explorer vessel designed for those who experience the sea as a realm of exploration and beauty”. 

The four-deck vessel with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure is based on a proven naval platform, which ensures a balance of modern, elegant aesthetics and functionality.

The beam of the displacement hull with a bulbous bow is 8.60 m, the draft is 2.75 m, and with a length of 48 m, the Crossover 48 is a stable, autonomous yacht capable of crossing the oceans under various conditions. 

Hydro Tec took an active part in the Columbus Crossover 48's development
Hydro Tec took an active part in the Columbus Crossover 48's development

Together with the shipyard, Hydro Tec studio took care of the Crossover 48’s naval engineering. They tried making every space on board as versatile as possible to enhance the time spent on board and “multiply the possibilities of experiencing the sea in all its nuances”.  

The exterior design reflects the model’s strong and decisive identity: taut lines, muscular volumes and sculpted proportions in the bow section, which is the distinctive feature not only of the Crossover 48, but most authentic explorers.

The Crossover 48 has an amazing ability to transform: the spacious cockpit can accommodate a large tender thanks to the recessed crane, or turn into a “refined oasis” with a pool, lounge and social areas.

The vessel can accommodate up to 12 guests across six cabins: there are four cabins below deck, a VIP cabin on the main deck, while the owner’s suite is on the upper deck. 

According to the shipyard, the Columbus Crossover 48 is not just a yacht, but “a new way of experiencing the sea, with the awareness that every journey is an opportunity to explore oneself, as well as the world”.

Sign up to our newsletters
Sign up to ilodka.com email newsletters to keep abreast of the most significant news and events in the world of yachting, get analytical and feature articles and updates on new launches
Thank you!
You have successfully subscribed to our newsletter
Editorial
Editorial
Rate the article
Any questions about the article?
Related stories
Oct 6 2025 ⬥ Projects
Oceanco has not revealed all the characteristics of the future flagship codenamed Y727 yet, but promises that the project will be a new stage in terms of scale, innovation and design
Oct 2 2025 ⬥ Projects
The 38-metre expedition yacht GX38 Voyager with a hybrid propulsion system was designed for “adventure yachting in severe weather conditions”
Sep 26 2025 ⬥ Projects
ISA Yachts, a brand of Palumbo Superyachts, has announced the sale of its 100-metre flagship ISA 100m Custom
Sep 24 2025 ⬥ Projects
At the Monaco Yacht Show 2025 that starts today, Tecnomar brand (part of The Italian Sea Group) will unveil its new 30.8 metre Lamborghini 101 motor yacht
Order an article
You can make your contribution to the development of our project - offer the Editorial Board of ilodka.com portal to create a material on the yachting topic you are interested in and become its sponsor.
Other news
Next article
Lürssen reveals 114-metre methanol-powered Project Cosmos
The German shipyard has released the first renderings of its superyacht currently known as Project Cosmos or Project 13759
June 27 2025