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The 44-Foot Pulse: Securing the Future of Performance-Oriented Multihulls

The 44-foot segment has a new protagonist. Fountaine Pajot’s FP44 has officially been nominated for Multihull of the Year 2026, a recognition that confirms its status as a high-performance disruptor. This isn’t just about an optimized hull; it’s about a radical living space that erases the barrier between the saloon and the sea. Discover the craftsmanship behind the boat that is currently favorite to sweep the honors at La Grande-Motte.

Magic Portholes and Fold-Down Bulwarks: The World Premiere of the 50X

Wally has officially unleashed its most versatile predator yet at the Miami International Boat Show. The wallypower50X trades traditional inboard setups for raw Mercury Racing output, pushing the envelope to a blistering 54 knots. Featuring the iconic vertical bow and five square meters of expanded deck space via fold-down transoms, this vessel is a masterclass in futuristic utility. Discover how this outboard evolution is rewriting the rules for chase boats and weekenders alike.

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Skilled Labor and Superyacht Value: Pendennis Secures the 2026 Innovation Honor

Falmouth has officially reinforced its position as a global superyacht interceptor. Pendennis just secured the prestigious RCPS Cornish Medal, an honor once bestowed upon Alfred Nobel. This recognition marks nearly forty years of technical evolution, celebrating a shipyard that has transformed from a local specialist into an international group encompassing Cockwells and Norfolk Interiors. Discover how this Cornish powerhouse is leveraging apprentice logic to maintain its dominance in the Mediterranean refit circuit.

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Tuscan Command: Acquera Yachting Deploys as Giga Sponsor for the Benetti Intercept

Excellence is never accidental; it is engineered. As the 26th Benetti Yachtmaster descends upon Livorno and Viareggio, Acquera Yachting is stepping into the spotlight as a Giga Sponsor. This isn’t just about presence; it is about a functional synergy between elite construction and global agency support. While captains and industry titans gather to discuss the next era of yachting, Acquera is proving that the lifecycle of a superyacht depends on more than just the build.

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The Triple-Deck Jewel: Inside the Custom Blueprint of the New 68m Gran Turismo

The structural birth of a new giant has officially commenced in the shipyards of Palumbo. With today’s keel-laying ceremony, the ISA Gran Turismo 68m begins its journey from a 223-foot steel blueprint to an ocean-crossing reality. Fusing a 5,000-nautical-mile range with the aggressive styling of Vallicelli Design, this custom build mocks traditional boundaries. Explore the engineering behind the triple-deck arches and the radical beach club wellness hub.

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The Avigliana Milestone: A 26-Meter Flagship Emerges from the Italian Peaks

At the foot of the Italian mountains, a 26-meter masterpiece has just touched the water. The Seadeck 9, the most ambitious build to emerge from Azimut’s Avigliana shipyard, merges high-velocity carbon engineering with a radical “Fun Island” aft deck. This isn’t just a flagship; it is a 2026 disruptor featuring three levels of terraces and a hybrid heart. Discover the design logic that brings the sea into the salon.

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Enclosed Bridge Excellence: The High-Stakes North American Debut of the M50

The Australian offshore benchmark is crossing the Pacific. Maritimo has confirmed the North American debut of the all-new M50 for the 2026 Palm Beach International Boat Show. Fusing a legendary racing heritage with a climate-controlled enclosed flybridge, this 50-foot powerhouse mocks the limitations of its size class. With Volvo Penta D13-800 engines and a 24-knot cruise, it’s a vessel built for those who refuse to compromise on long-range autonomy.

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Metallic Grey Fluidity: Alberto Mancini’s 53-Meter Vision Touches the Water

Rossinavi has officially shifted the 500 GT paradigm with the launch of M/Y HEED. This 53-meter full-aluminum interceptor fuses Alberto Mancini’s clean architectural lines with a high-stakes battery system for silent anchoring. From a private owner’s pool on the upper deck to fold-down beach club platforms, HEED mocks traditional boundaries. Discover the sculpted geometry and Italian craft behind the metallic grey hull currently making waves in Viareggio.

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Four-Season Dominance: How the GT75 Outclassed the 45-Foot Competition

The most authoritative jury in the industry just made their move. After a grueling series of sea trials, the Pardo GT75 has officially been crowned the best in its class at the 2026 Motor Boat Awards in Düsseldorf. This wasn’t a win based on showroom aesthetics alone; it was a victory earned through raw performance and a “mini superyacht” architecture that left the competition in the wake. Discover the grit behind the trophy.

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Standards Week Debut: Recognizing the Architects of Modern Boating Reliability

The maritime industry just gathered in Charleston to settle a high-stakes question: who is actually keeping us safe on the water? As ABYC kicked off Standards Week, a select group of experts walked away with the industry’s most respected accolades. From the transformation of marine education to the digital workflows behind major boat brands, these are the individuals working behind the curtain to ensure your next journey isn’t your last. Discover the winners.