The More 55 offers a compelling alternative in the modern 55-foot cruising yacht market, combining generous accommodation and volume with a construction philosophy and sailing performance more often associated with cruiser/racers.
Designed by renowned Italian naval architect Maurizio Cossutti, also known for his work with the Salona range, the More 55 was developed with a clear focus on strength, speed and offshore capability. The project brought together key members of the former Salona team, combining extensive production experience with a sportier approach to yacht design.
Her structural concept is noteworthy. A welded stainless-steel frame connects the keel, mast step and chainplates, so the principal sailing loads are carried by a dedicated structure rather than the interior furniture or GRP mouldings. Together with a vacuum-infused hull, carbon fibre reinforcement in high-load areas, a deep T-keel and a powerful rig, this makes for a stiff and well-engineered yacht.
Sisterships have also shown their bluewater potential with good results in the ARC and other races. LIA herself achieved an excellent result, finishing in the top five in the ARC.
L.I.A. OF SWEDEN was built in 2016 and has had the same Swedish owner from new. Throughout her life she has been operated by the same charter company in Croatia, with the same yard and team responsible for her maintenance. The owner has also sailed her himself for several weeks every season with his family and has stayed closely involved with her upkeep. This continuity gives an unusually clear history for a yacht with charter experience.
Her specification and recent upgrades reflect this ongoing care. A new Yanmar engine will be installed winter 2026, and she also has a relatively new mainsail and furling jib, a newer bimini and sprayhood, and renewed saloon cushions. For comfort on board, she has air conditioning, an 8 kW Fischer Panda generator, bow thruster, B&G navigation equipment and autopilot.
The layout makes excellent use of the More 55’s volume. Five guest cabins, three heads and a separate crew cabin provide berths for up to 14 people, and the two forward cabins can be combined into a larger owner’s cabin. The crew cabin can be kept for charter use or, for private use, serve as an extra guest cabin, workshop or storage. The spacious saloon and well-appointed galley make for comfortable living below, while the roomy cockpit, twin helm stations, hydraulic bathing platform and integrated dinghy garage are especially practical for Mediterranean cruising. Tankage of approximately 550 litres of fuel and 650 litres of fresh water supports longer periods away from port.
L.I.A. presents two clear opportunities for her next owner. She is well suited to continued charter operations, with an established operational history and a layout made for groups. Equally, she is an excellent starting point for a private cruising yacht, with the space, construction and equipment for extended family cruising and longer passages.
Continuous ownership, an established maintenance history, substantial accommodation and a fast, robust build, together make L.I.A. a strong contender in the 55-foot market.
L.I.A. is offered exclusive of EU VAT.
I have always been impressed by the More 55, and L.I.A. is a particularly fine example. She combines fantastic sailing performance with comfort and security in a way that makes her equally enjoyable on a short sail or a longer ocean passage. She is fast, responsive and easy to handle, yet reassuringly capable when conditions get tougher. Having crossed the Atlantic and being so well equipped, she is a boat I would happily set off on a long voyage in. Equally at home exploring the Mediterranean, she offers a truly rewarding sailing experience.
Kim Silfving
Berthon Scandinavia
Tel: +46 739 960 849
E-Mail: kim.silfving@berthonscandinavia.se
