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The Drop-Down Window Strategy: How Galeon Engineered a True Open-Air Salon

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Galeon’s 680 FLY, an architectural achievement that fuses carbon fiber with powerful engines, has redefined the mid-size yacht class. The yacht delivers 32 knots of pure performance while achieving exceptional silence (70 dB(A) at 24 knots). Its design features electric drop-down windows, a private main-deck master stateroom, and an expandable bow lounge. This is a masterful layout that proves light, speed, and sophistication can coexist effortlessly onboard.

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4 Times Colder: The High-Tech Material That Made Traditional Glass Obsolete

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SUPERGLAS, Koziol’s award-winning stemware, was exhibited at International Charter Expo 2025, confirming its status as a hospitality essential. Crafted from a unique high-tech plastic, the material is virtually unbreakable and insulates four times better than conventional glass. This allows champagne to stay colder longer, and eliminates the hazard of broken shards. This durable, 100% recyclable product is designed for professional use in demanding yacht environments.

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Motorized Breakers: The Smart AC System That Eliminates Manual Electrical Risk

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Simarine secured the DAME Design Award in Electronic & Electrical Systems for its SAC15R – NMEA2000 Smart AC Distribution Unit at METSTRADE 2025. This technology introduces motorized reclosers and NMEA2000 control, enabling remote switching from any compatible navigation interface. Meticulously engineered for safety, the unit prevents contact with live AC components. Its scalability and real-time diagnostics streamline maintenance, cementing Simarine’s role as a leader in digitally integrated marine systems.

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GPS Under The Surface: SeaNXT’s Elite Tech That Elevates Dive Missions

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SeaNXT presented its Elite RS Underwater Scooter at ICE 2025, confirming its status as a high-performance explorer. Made with full carbon fiber and delivering 700N thrust for a top speed of 21 kph, the scooter redefines aquatic transit. Critically, it integrates the first-ever offline map navigation system for real-time GPS tracking. Safety is assured with a fireproof aluminum transport case, a world first for this segment.

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The Sailing Upgrade: The Furling System That Simplifies Every Crucial Maneuver

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Mainfurl, founded by passionate yacht racers and builders, exhibited its Mainfurl MLS furling boom at METSTRADE 2025. This DAME Design Award nominee features an innovative locking mechanism. It allows the mainsail to be hoisted without line complications and utilizes a braking arrangement to secure the sail when reefed. This system confirms Mainfurl’s focus on blending high-tech precision with sailing tradition, delivering effortless, secure, and highly efficient sail handling.

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3 Seconds to Safety: The New Lifejacket Tech That Just Changed Cruising

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Baltic Lifejackets, Europe’s largest lifejacket manufacturer, exhibited their sailing gear at ICE 2025, emphasizing safety and style. The Winner Harness and Legend 165 Harness models boast 165N buoyancy and automatic inflation within three seconds. Designed with integrated safety harnesses and ergonomic fits, these lifejackets deliver reliable protection and comfort for yacht crews and owners. This commitment to quality confirms Baltic’s position as a global leader in maritime safety apparel.

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25,000 Meetings: ICE Amsterdam Defines the Future of Yacht Charter

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The International Charter Expo (ICE) celebrated its 10th anniversary edition in Amsterdam, confirming its status as the world’s most efficient B2B yacht charter event. The event hosted over 600 companies and generated thousands of pre-arranged meetings. A special industry forum addressed market challenges like over-discounting, emphasizing the need to strengthen partnerships between brokers and fleet operators. The event reaffirmed that trust and cooperation are essential for the future of the charter market.

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The Next Gen Tool: 3D Printing Is Now the Standard for Shipyard Efficiency

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Royal3D attended METSTRADE 2025, confirming additive manufacturing is now a vital tool for the maritime sector. Exhibiting in the Next Gen Zone, the Dutch firm showcased its large-scale 3D printing capability for USVs, boat hulls, and modular systems. The company’s focus on using recycled and recyclable materials for circular production validates its leadership. Royal3D demonstrated that the future of yacht construction is sustainable, digitally integrated, and here today.

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Between the Engine and Gearbox: The Design That Cuts Fuel and Fumes

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Integrel Solutions exhibited its E-Drive system at METSTRADE 2025, validating the future of onboard energy. This next-generation marine hybrid system is designed as a direct generator replacement, fitted compactly between the engine and gearbox. It cuts fuel consumption used for generation by up to 40%, delivering effortless electric propulsion and fully automated energy management. This intelligent solution ensures silent, off-grid time while maximizing sustainability and efficiency.

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Turbocharged and Tiny: The Austrian Engine Engineered for Builder Efficiency

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Belassi GmbH presented its new high-performance engine line at METSTRADE 2025. The **Belassi 330 Turbo** is engineered specifically for compact waterjet boats up to 6 meters, weighing a mere 117 kg. This turbocharged 3-cylinder unit delivers superior torque and exceptional fuel efficiency, providing a fully integrated system for vessels seeking performance without mechanical compromise. Engineered for durability, this solution ensures uncompromised agility and operational endurance on the water.

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