Amer F100 Sinks Off Sardinia Just Four Days After Delivery
A nearly 30-meter Amer F100 motor yacht has sunk off the coast of Sardinia just days after being delivered to its new owner, creating one of the most dramatic yacht stories of the summer.
The yacht, named Angiola II, went down on August 11 near Capo Ferro on Sardinia's Costa Smeralda, between Poltu Quatu and Porto Cervo. Fourteen guests and crew were aboard when the situation developed, but everyone was successfully rescued and no injuries were reported.
The timing has drawn particular attention because the yacht had reportedly been handed over to its new owner only four days before the incident.
What Happened to Angiola II?
Reports from the scene indicate that problems began while the yacht was operating near the northeastern coast of Sardinia.
A fire was reportedly detected in the engine-room area before the vessel began taking on water. Although the exact sequence of events has not yet been officially established, images and video from the scene showed Angiola II developing a significant list before eventually rolling onto its side and sinking.
Italian authorities are continuing to investigate the exact cause of the casualty.
All 14 People Onboard Were Rescued
Fortunately, the incident ended without reported injuries.
Twelve of the 14 people onboard were transferred to another vessel as the situation deteriorated. The owner and another person reportedly remained aboard longer before being assisted by the Italian Coast Guard.
The rescue operation lasted several hours as authorities worked to evacuate everyone safely and secure the area.
The Yacht Is Now Resting in Shallow Water
After sinking, Angiola II came to rest in approximately seven meters of water.
Containment booms were deployed around the yacht as a precaution against fuel or oil contamination. Initial reports indicated that no significant fuel leakage had been detected following the sinking.
A major salvage operation is now expected, with heavy lifting equipment required to recover the nearly 30-meter vessel from the seabed.
What Is the Amer F100?
Angiola II was built by Italian shipbuilder Permare under its Amer Yachts brand and delivered in 2020.
The yacht measures approximately 29.6 meters, or 97 feet, and belongs to the Amer F100 series. The model was designed as a high-performance luxury motor yacht combining relatively lightweight construction with large interior spaces and serious cruising capability.
Angiola II could accommodate up to 10 guests across five cabins while also carrying crew.
A High-Performance Italian Motor Yacht
The Amer F100 was designed to offer significantly more performance than many traditional yachts of similar size.
Its lightweight composite construction and multi-engine propulsion setup allowed the yacht to achieve speeds approaching 30 knots while still offering the accommodations and onboard comfort expected from a luxury motor yacht.
That combination of speed, volume, and efficiency made the F100 an unusual offering in the 30-meter category.
The Four-Day Timing Makes the Story Even More Unusual
Yacht accidents happen for many different reasons, but the timing of this incident is what has made it particularly notable.
Angiola II had reportedly changed ownership and was delivered to its new owner only four days before the sinking.
The vessel itself was not a brand-new build, having originally been delivered in 2020, but the new ownership and extremely short period between handover and the casualty have brought significantly more attention to the incident.
The Cause Has Not Yet Been Confirmed
While several reports have linked the sinking to an engine-room fire followed by water ingress, authorities have not yet released a final determination of what caused Angiola II to go down.
Investigators will likely examine the vessel's mechanical systems, recent service history, and the sequence of events leading up to the flooding as part of the investigation.
Until that work is completed, it is too early to say whether the sinking was caused by a mechanical failure, damaged equipment, or another issue.
What Happens to the Yacht Next?
The next challenge will be recovering Angiola II.
Salvaging a yacht of this size is a major operation. Crews must stabilize the vessel, limit environmental risks, attach lifting equipment, and carefully raise the yacht without creating additional damage or pollution.
Once recovered, investigators should be able to examine the yacht much more closely and potentially determine exactly what led to the sinking.
Final Thoughts
The sinking of Angiola II is an extraordinary incident, especially given that it happened only days after the yacht was handed over to a new owner.
The most important part of the story is that all 14 people onboard escaped safely and no injuries were reported.
Attention will now turn to the salvage operation and the official investigation, which should eventually provide a clearer picture of how a nearly 30-meter luxury yacht ended up on the seabed off one of the Mediterranean's most famous yachting destinations.
