Design Brief & Intent
The core mission of the CNB 62 is to deliver "superyacht" volume, safety, and visual presence in a size category that remains firmly under the control of an owner-operator. Historically, sixty-foot cruising yachts of this pedigree often required professional crew to manage complex deck work, heavy sail loads, and technical systems. Philippe Briand designed the CNB 62 to circumvent this requirement, engineering a balanced and powerful hull form that can be managed from the safety of the cockpit. The transfer of CNB’s production facilities from Bordeaux to Solaris's yard on the northern Adriatic Sea profoundly influenced the boat's execution. It marries classic French bluewater naval architecture with the exacting, semi-custom woodworking and composite craftsmanship for which Solaris is internationally renowned.
The yacht stands apart from mass-market production builders and competes directly with prestigious offerings from Oyster, X-Yachts, and Grand Soleil. The interior of the CNB 62 showcases a dramatic leap in sophistication over its predecessors. Rather than the generic modular look of high-volume cruisers, Piaton Yacht Design opted for a residential aesthetic. High-quality marine-plywood bulkheads are finished in meticulously matched walnut veneers, with options for light or brushed oak. Natural light is a dominant architectural element, flooded into the vessel via long, tapered coachroof windows and multiple overhead skylights. The layout features an open-concept salon that connects directly to a central galley. Positioned slightly lower than the main salon floor, the galley is both highly ergonomic for meal preparation at sea and socially integrated with the dining area.
Variations & Configurations
CNB offers the 62 in a single, highly refined three-cabin layout that prioritizes privacy and logical flow. True to the brand's blueprint, the master stateroom is positioned entirely forward of the mast, taking direct inspiration from the flagship CNB 78. This owner's suite occupies an unprecedented amount of volume for a sixty-foot hull, featuring a centerline island bed, an en-suite head, and an option to integrate a dedicated office workstation. Guest accommodations are located aft, accessed via a privacy-enhancing corridor. The starboard guest stateroom features an expansive double berth, while the port cabin is highly modular, equipped with twin beds that can easily slide together to form a double, ensuring adaptability for varying guest arrangements.
The deck configuration is defined by its forward-positioned dual helm stations and a prominent structural carbon Targa arch. The carbon arch serves a double purpose: it carries the mainsheet traveler entirely clear of the guest cockpit and structurally supports an optional fixed hardtop or bimini system, which is crucial for high-latitude or foul-weather passages. Moving the helms forward allows for a flat, expansive sunbathing deck aft. Directly beneath this lounge area is a massive longitudinal tender garage, a rarity on a boat of this length. It is engineered to house a fully inflated 2.85-meter jet tender or rigid inflatable boat, which can be launched and retrieved via a fold-down transom door that doubles as a hydraulic swim platform.
Draft options are tailored to the owner's cruising grounds. The standard configuration utilizes a deep, high-stability cast iron T-keel with a draft of 2.95 meters. For buyers prioritizing ultimate sailing performance and weight savings, a high-tensile Weldox steel fin with a lead bulb is available at the same 2.95-meter draft. Alternatively, those exploring shallower coastal areas can specify a shoal draft Weldox fin and lead bulb drawing 2.45 meters.
Sailing Performance & Handling
Under sail, the CNB 62 behaves with the power and predictability of a larger superyacht while retaining light, responsive feedback at the helm. At a dry weight of 28.0 tonnes (approximately 61,700 pounds), she carries a generous and versatile sail plan. The standard rigging includes a 102-square-meter mainsail, a 94-square-meter furling genoa, and a 44-square-meter cutter staysail for heavy-weather efficiency. For reaching and light-air sailing, a massive 320-square-meter asymmetrical spinnaker or gennaker can be flown from the integrated carbon bowsprit.
The hull's design features a double-chine profile and twin carbon-composite rudders. The double chine works in harmony with the boat's beam, increasing form stability as the yacht heels and allowing it to lock onto a steady, predictable track. The twin rudders provide an exceptional grip on the water, ensuring that even when heavily pressed in a gust, the helmsman retains absolute control without any tendency for the yacht to round up.
Shorthanded handling is where the CNB 62 truly shines. In a departure from typical layouts where winches are placed forward of the steering wheels, CNB positioned all sail controls and primary winches directly aft of the twin helms. This allows a single watchkeeper to manage the mainsheet, genoa sheets, and halyards from a protected standing position behind the wheel without having to climb around guests or step away from the navigation displays. Navigation is managed via a fully integrated B&G electronics suite, centralizing sailing telemetry, autopilot, and digital switching systems into a highly intuitive helm-station interface. For motoring, the yacht is equipped with a standard Nanni 80-horsepower diesel, though most owners opt for the upgraded, highly reliable Volvo Penta D4 175-horsepower engine, which provides the punch required to make headway against adverse ocean currents.
Market Snapshot & Economics
Having only debuted in late 2025, the CNB 62 occupies a unique, premium tier on the global yacht market. It represents a highly exclusive, semi-custom build rather than a mass-production vessel, with only a small number of hulls completed per year. Consequently, those that appear on the brokerage market trade at an exceptional premium, reflecting the immediate availability of a highly sophisticated, newly built vessel without the standard wait times associated with a factory order.
The economics of the CNB 62 are closely tied to the yacht's transition to the Solaris facility. The superior quality of Italian raw materials, combined with Solaris’s structural engineering—such as vacuum-infused glass-and-vinylester sandwich hulls with solid-laminate reinforcements and structurally bonded carbon-reinforced bulkheads—means these boats are built to endure rigorous ocean work. Prospective buyers must factor in the sophistication of the yacht's onboard engineering, which includes advanced digital switching backbones, high-capacity lithium battery banks, and complex hydraulic or electric winch configurations. While these systems dramatically reduce the physical effort required to sail the boat, they demand meticulous maintenance and specialized diagnostic support during long-range cruising.
The Verdict
The CNB 62 successfully fulfills its ambitious design brief, standing as a triumphant synthesis of French blue-water design and exquisite Italian construction. By prioritizing shorthanded ergonomics, the yard has created a genuine sixty-foot passage maker that an active couple can sail with absolute confidence. The trade-offs for its superyacht-level amenities, massive tender garage, and expansive interior volumes are its deep draft and the complexity of its advanced onboard systems. However, for the discerning yachtsman seeking a luxurious, self-sufficient, and beautiful cruiser that can circle the globe without the compromise of having crew on board, the CNB 62 is a class-defining achievement.
Pros
- True short-handed capability with all sail controls centralized aft of the helm stations.
- Massive longitudinal tender garage that accommodates a fully inflated jet tender.
- Exceptional interior volume and natural light, featuring a private forward master suite.
- Superb structural build quality and finish resulting from Solaris's Italian craftsmanship.
- Predictable and powerful sailing performance under heel, supported by a double-chine hull and twin rudders.
Cons
- Deep draft limits access to some shallow-water cruising grounds.
- High level of technical complexity in digital switching and electrical systems requires specialized maintenance.
- Significant capital investment and premium pricing compared to production-class yachts of similar length.
