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15 Operators, 30% of the Fleet: The Meeting That Will Change Charter Strategy

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The yacht charter market is facing serious questions, and ICE Amsterdam is providing the answers. This B2B event, where over 600 companies meet, debuts the ICE Forum, a strategic program focused on market challenges and future change. Key players—operators managing 30% of the world’s bareboat fleet—will gather for candid discussions. As Yacht Kings delivers insights from this industry war room, we confirm: this event is essential for professionals looking to shape the next chapter of the charter world.

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Glass and Fire: The X130 Triplex That Just Changed Yachting Interior Design

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Extra Yachts’ new flagship, the X130 Triplex, is a masterclass in aggressive volume, packing 397 GT into a sub-40-meter aluminum hull. Its revolutionary mezzanine deck creates dramatic, open vistas, while a 60 sqm suspended beach club puts guests inches from the water. Styled with warm Travertine stone and bold geometry, the X130 is a confident statement for owners who want fluid spaces and deep sea connection without traditional barriers.

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Vanquish & Volante: The Automotive Statement Crashing the Yacht Show

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Aston Martin and Denison Yachting just created the ultimate automotive statement at FLIBS 2025. The bespoke “Above & Beyond” collection features two one-of-one V12 Vanquish models inspired by yacht design. Finished in Lightning Silver with gloss blue carbon fiber, these supercars feature navigation light cues and bespoke upholstery mirroring yacht interiors. This collaboration, brought to life by Q by Aston Martin, is a celebration of craftsmanship that perfectly fuses the worlds of land and sea.

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Stop Choosing: The Forte 47 Delivers Dayboat Soul and Weekender Capability.

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The American yacht market just gained a serious new player. Forte Yachts has secured US representation through Genesis Yachts in Fort Lauderdale, bringing a new 47-foot outboard weekender built on an aluminum hull. This isn’t a soft launch; it’s a strategic move that delivers Italian craftsmanship, double master cabins, and crucial local support. This partnership ensures American customers get access to structural innovation and bespoke luxury, backed by a strong industrial reputation.

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The Gold Coast Gambit: Why Australia’s Biggest Builder Is Dominating Florida’s Canals

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The partnership between the Gold Coast and Fort Lauderdale—two yachting capitals—was celebrated by Mayor Tom Tate aboard a Riviera 6000 Sport Yacht. Riviera, the Southern Hemisphere’s largest builder, is leveraging this historic tie at FLIBS 2025 with a $42 million, 12-yacht display. This strategic presence, debuting three Americas premieres, shows how Australian craftsmanship and diplomatic connections are consolidating the brand’s dominance in the vital US export market.

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Phantom Grey and 62 Knots: Why BRABUS Just Built the Ultimate 45-Foot Status Symbol

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BRABUS just redefined the 45-foot segment with the SHADOW 1500 XC CROSS CABIN PHANTOM GREY SIGNATURE EDITION. This superboat is a missile, packing three Mercury Racing V8 engines for 1,500 hp and a blistering 62-knot top speed. Inspired by bespoke BRABUS supercars, it blends racing performance with a customizable Masterpiece interior. Unveiled at FLIBS, this vessel delivers zero-compromise luxury and raw adrenaline, making it the ultimate performance statement on the water.

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Beyond the Bow: Sacs Tecnorib’s Design That Combines Rib Agility with Yacht Space

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Sacs Tecnorib is launching a strategic attack on the US market at FLIBS 2025 with its Rebel line. The Rebel 40 and 55 Outboards and the Rebel 50 Forward Lounge redefine the Maxi-Rib segment, blending rib agility with yacht-like spaciousness. This isn’t just a boat show presence; it is a decisive move to solidify the brand as the benchmark for high-end, performance-driven boating enthusiasts who demand safety, style, and extreme nautical performance.

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Seakeeper’s Secret Tech That Makes Power Cats Perform Like Sportfishers

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Seakeeper just answered the “cat call,” releasing both Seakeeper Ride and Seakeeper sizing optimized for power catamarans up to 55 feet. This isn’t a small fix; it’s a strategic move to eliminate the flat turns, increased yaw, and porpoising inherent to cat hulls. With custom software coming soon, Seakeeper can confidently slash pitch and roll by up to 70% underway, ensuring catamarans finally handle with monohull-like precision.

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Made in Italy, Headquartered in Florida: The Power Move That Changes Superyacht Sales

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Azimut and Benetti have inaugurated their new Americas headquarters at Fort Lauderdale’s Pier Sixty-Six Marina, confirming the United States as their most strategic global market. Accounting for nearly a third of their global business, this move is a declaration of dominance. The new exclusive hub strengthens their dialogue with owners and stakeholders, serving as an embassy for Italian excellence and signaling a major consolidation of the Group’s positioning in the Western Hemisphere.

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FLIBS’s New Star: The Italian Yacht That Just Changed the Game for Openness at Sea

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Baglietto’s DOM133 JULES is making its US debut at FLIBS, and it’s a statement of audacious Italian design. This yacht maximizes contact with the sea, featuring full-glazing on the main saloon and side balconies on the upper deck. The interiors, penned by Leonardo Santi, are a direct tribute to iconic sports cars, utilizing Ferrari and Lamborghini colors. This fusion of automotive style, architectural openness, and Italian craftsmanship defines a new code of refined elegance.

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