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Linen, Hemp, and High Design: A First Look at the Bio-Based Lab in Naples

Naples is about to witness a radical shift in maritime construction. Cantiere Mimì is hitting Nauticsud with a nine-vessel fleet and a technical alliance with Federico II University that swaps fiberglass for basalt and hemp. This isn’t just a restyling of their storied Libeccio 8.5—it’s a move toward a 100% bio-derived future. Discover the grit behind the 600-square-meter stand where tradition meets a high-stakes ecological reset.

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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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Steel and Aluminum Fluidity: Codecasa Commences the Spec Build of Hull F82

Viareggio’s elite shipyard is making a bold move on speculation. Codecasa has officially commenced construction on Hull F82, the seventh iteration of their highly successful 43-meter series. This full-beam interceptor packs a 4,000-nautical-mile range and a high-tensile steel hull designed for global transits. With the 2028 delivery date set, the window for radical interior customization is open for those who want to claim this sub-500 GT masterpiece.

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Fuel Efficiency at the Fingertips: The High-Stakes Shift to Automated Guidance

The helm just got a serious IQ boost. Hefring Marine is officially deploying its Intelligent Marine Assistance System (IMAS) directly into Raymarine’s LightHouse OS. This isn’t just another app; it’s a data-driven co-pilot that analyzes weather, performance, and fuel burn in real-time. For those navigating high-stakes waters, the transition to AI-supported voyages is no longer a futuristic concept—it is a standard for the 2026 season.

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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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Nordic Clarity vs. Sugi Ban Depth: The Four Interior Identities of the Y6

The Greifswald shipyard is pushing the limits of the 65-foot class with the structural birth of the Y6. Built from advanced carbon epoxy, this Tripp-designed interceptor mocks the complexity of traditional sailing yachts. By fusing a lightweight 25.9-ton displacement with a modular interior by David Thulstrup, the Y6 promises the freedom of solo sailing without sacrificing the scale of a true superyacht. The first hull is officially taking shape.

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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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The Rail Logic: Bennington’s Tool-Free Setup for the 2026 S-Line

Fumbling with mounting brackets and loose screws at the dock is officially a relic of the past. Bennington just dropped an industry-first integrated rail system for their 2026 S-Line that allows for instant, tool-free customization. From rod holders to sandbar shades, the “Click & Cruise” logic turns your exterior rail into a modular command center. This isn’t just an upgrade; it’s a total recalibration of how you interact with your vessel.

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Infinity Deck: A First Look at Project Evita’s Scallop-Shaped Architecture

Heesen is pushing the limits of the sub-60-meter class with the structural birth of Project Evita. By joining the aluminum hull and superstructure in Oss, the shipyard has officially birthed its largest speculation project to date. This isn’t just a 187-foot vessel; it’s a high-velocity, shallow-draft interceptor designed to hit 21.5 knots while maintaining total access to the Bahamas. Discover the engineering behind the most ambitious build currently hitting the outfitting stage.

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Davit Dilemmas: Which Launch System Actually Survives the Real World?

Storing a tender is rarely a glamorous topic—until you’re fighting a choppy anchorage at midnight. Excess Lab just dropped a surgical deep-dive into the mechanics of davits, pitting classic fixed systems against pivoting hardware and high-end platform lifts. This isn’t theoretical jargon; it’s a practical look at how your hardware affects everything from solar capacity to visibility. Discover which system offers the most grit for your next offshore transit.

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