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Five Degrees of Perfection: The Radical Geometry Behind the V-Warp Technology

What happens when an ocean-racing champion applies high-stakes competitive logic to luxury motor yachts? You get V-Warp Technology, a radical departure from traditional hull design that cuts fuel consumption by half without sacrificing a single knot. By fusing carbon fiber structures with warped, semi-displacement geometry, Grand Banks has built a vessel that stays flat, runs fast, and defies the drag of the standard fleet.

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Lobster Boat DNA and Superyacht Finish: Aboard the High-Efficiency Hull Heading to Florida

Miami is about to face a high-velocity reality check. Palm Beach Motor Yachts isn’t just showing up; they are deploying the PB55, a 40-knot surgical strike against the status quo. Born from world-champion racing grit, this isn’t your standard cruiser—it’s a lightweight, 62-foot masterclass in aerodynamic efficiency and silent power. In a sea of noise, this is the tactical advantage for those who move with precision.

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Blu Murano and Grigio Aurora: Mastering the Art of the Contemporary Hull

Cranchi Yachts is entering 2026 by dismantling the status quo of Italian design. Following a historic European Powerboat Award win, the brand is deploying a tactical fleet—from the massive flagship volume of the Settantotto 78 to the high-velocity Blu Murano A46. But the real story lies in the shadows: an exclusive, reserved look at a future milestone meant only for the family’s closest circle. The future of the sea just became much more exclusive.

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The 35-Meter Milestone: Inside the Tri-Deck Catamaran Built for Resort-Style Autonomy

CL Yachts has officially disrupted the multihull sector with the CLC115, a 35-meter tri-deck titan that balances massive volume with elite efficiency. By utilizing a precise resin-infusion technique for its composite hull, this catamaran delivers a lightweight, RINA-certified platform engineered for the modern explorer. With a customizable layout featuring a convertible nursery or gym, it offers a level of versatile luxury that most monohulls simply cannot match.

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Filter or Fail: The 25-Year Alliance Guarding the World’s Most Sensitive Waters

Sunseeker didn’t wait for the law to catch up; they anticipated a cleaner future two decades ago. While most saw bilge water as a secondary thought, an elite partnership with Wave International redefined the “clean hull” narrative. This is the story of how the world’s most iconic yacht builder integrated a sophisticated filtration system that captures more than just oil, tackling the gritty reality of microplastics and paint particles before they hit the blue.

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Thermal Welds and UV Stability: The 20-Year Legacy Leading the Decking Market

Permateek International Ltd. concluded a masterclass in marine surfaces at METSTRADE 2025, proving that the era of high-maintenance wood is fading. By integrating a new High Grain range with 45 unique personalization options, the brand offered a gritty alternative to traditional teak. With thermal-welded planks and UV-stabilized PVC, they presented a deck that stays non-slip and visually striking through the harshest seasons—leaving the industry wondering if real wood can ever compete again.

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Total Sovereignty: Protecting Your Hull With the Industry’s Smartest AI Co-Pilot

SEA.AI concluded a technical masterclass at METSTRADE 2025, centering on the Watchkeeper platform. This modular AI lookout earned a Special Mention at the DAME Design Awards, proving that thermal and optical sensors are the new baseline for elite navigation. By detecting floating hazards, mammals, and unlit vessels that escape radar, the system delivers an authoritative edge. Discover how this co-pilot is currently altering the offshore landscape.

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Fast Spin, Zero Fluid: The Hydraulic-Free Strategy That Won the DAME Award

Dometic Group AB concluded a historic run at METSTRADE 2025, cementing their status as a technical titan with the DG3 Gyro Stabilizer. This active gyroscopic masterpiece arrived as a DAME Design Award winner, ditching messy hydraulics for an all-electric, 48VDC architecture. With a 40% reduction in power draw and lightning-fast spin-up times, the DG3 proved that serious stability no longer belongs exclusively to the superyacht elite.

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3-Layer Authority: High-Performance Gear for the Modern Navigator

CODE-ZERO left a definitive mark at METSTRADE 2025, proving that elite racing gear doesn’t have to weigh you down. The collection centered on the Waypoint Jacket—an ultralight, 438-gram fortress—and a Salopette engineered for the most aggressive offshore conditions. By blending 10,000 mm waterproof ratings with a sleek, crossover aesthetic, the brand reaffirmed its status as the go-to label for sailors who demand high-performance protection without sacrificing an ounce of style.

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Night Vision Evolved: The 4K Laser Spotlight Strategy for Critical Missions

FLIR arrived at METSTRADE 2025 with a technical protagonist that left the industry recalibrating its expectations for thermal safety. The M460-LRF Elite system emerged as a DAME Design Award nominee, blending 4K ultra-low light vision with a staggering 12KM laser rangefinder inside a ruggedized, three-axis stabilized gimbal. It wasn’t just about visibility; it was about the neural networks and AI tracking that now stand guard over the world’s most elite bridges.

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