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Consolidating Refit Operations: 13 Equipment Manufacturers Join the Amico Framework

Coordinating multiple equipment manufacturers during a superyacht refit frequently causes severe scheduling friction. Amico Marine is actively dismantling this logistical hurdle by officially integrating 13 distinct OEMs into a unified technical network. By sharing upcoming project details much earlier in the timeline, the Genoa-based shipyard aims to synchronize spare parts logistics and technician availability before the vessel even arrives. Discover how this formal framework intends to streamline maintenance operations for captains and owners alike.

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French Manufacturing Meets Expansive Deck Layouts on the VEYA 53

Fountaine Pajot and Couach have officially partnered to launch VEYA Yachts, introducing the VEYA 53 power catamaran at the 2026 Cannes Yachting Festival. Featuring a massive 7.96-metre beam and highly configurable open transom layouts, this 16.10-metre platform prioritizes extensive living areas and precise hull stability. Discover how this limited-production French build integrates twin Yanmar diesels and dedicated liveaboard watersports storage directly into its 27,300-kilogram displacement architecture.

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Elettromedia Transitions Italian Automotive Acoustics to the Yachting Circuit

Italian manufacturer Elettromedia is shifting its automotive audio expertise to the open water with the launch of the Audison Marine Division. Debuting at the 2026 Cannes Yachting Festival, this specific expansion introduces the Thesis range of high-fidelity acoustic hardware. Achieving hi-res certification from the Japan Audio Society, the equipment integrates DSP amplifiers and double-wave grilles built to withstand severe coastal environments. Discover how this transition addresses the demanding acoustics of modern superyachts.

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Foils Designed for Dynamic Lift Dictate the AWA Trimaran Build

Developing a trimaran requires balancing absolute speed with structural innovation. The French studio AWA has introduced the Ipsum 45, a semi-custom multihull designed to glide over rough seas using specialized skimming foils. Rather than relying on traditional trampolines, the platform integrates walk-through connecting arms that house fully customizable living lofts. Discover how prefabricated core kits and automated wing sails are restructuring the boundaries of offshore multihull construction.

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Vispring Enters the Marine Market: Crafting Tailored Mattresses for Offshore Living

Equipping a yacht with premium interior components takes meticulous customization to accommodate the irregular dimensions of marine berths. Ship Shape Bedding will utilize the upcoming Southampton International Boat Show to unveil a highly anticipated partnership with Vispring, the renowned British heritage brand. This collaboration allows discerning owners to commission bespoke luxury mattresses perfectly tailored to their specific motorboats and sailing yachts. Discover how this world premiere elevates the standard for nighttime comfort on the water.

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Docking from the Deck: Thitronik Adapts App-Based Propulsion for Sailing Yachts

Maneuvering a vessel single-handedly during heavy crosswinds needs immediate access to the helm. Thitronik is altering this dynamic with Smartdock, an application-based control framework that shifts propulsion management directly to a smartphone. Originally engineered for motorboats, the German manufacturer is now adapting the technology for sailing yachts. Discover how this digital interface allows skippers to dictate bow thruster and throttle adjustments from any location on deck without sacrificing spatial awareness during tight harbour transits.

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Precision Salinometers to Wheelmark Inclinometers: The Daniamant Hardware Upgrade

Operating vessels across isolated coordinates requires absolute confidence in survival and diagnostic hardware. Daniamant is heading to SMM 2026 in Hamburg to introduce five focused additions to its marine safety portfolio. The release spans from infrared lifejacket illumination capable of being detected miles away, to the first electronic inclinometer meeting strict IMO carriage requirements. Discover how these focused maritime instruments are actively restructuring hazard response and daily vessel monitoring.

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Removable Kinetic Architecture: Driving the 7.20-Metre Tofinou Dayboat

Operating a premium dayboat often entails tedious maintenance cycles that detract from the core sailing experience. Tofinou and TEMO address this friction by equipping the 7.9-metre dayboat with the POD 3000 electric propulsion system. Operating on a 48V network with removable 2.3 kWh battery packs, this configuration circumvents the absolute need for marina shore power. Discover how an integrated helm throttle and silent motor dynamics are completely reshaping coastal cruising.

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Anytec Upgrades the 860-T Platform with a 425-Horsepower Successor

Pushing an aluminum hull to 55 knots requires precise deadrise geometry and aggressive structural welding. Swedish manufacturer Anytec has officially introduced the A28-T, a direct evolution of their highly successful 860-T platform. Utilizing a 425-horsepower single-outboard configuration, this 8.83-metre vessel integrates four Öhlins-damped suspension seats and a newly designed T-top to handle severe coastal chop. Discover how this stripped-down, performance-driven design maximizes speed while maintaining practical daily utility.

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Unstayed Wingsails and Zero Fuel: Inside the 70-Foot MODX Architecture

Abandoning traditional rigging requires a fundamental departure from standard multihull design. Océan Développement has officially delivered the MODX 70, a fully electric sailing catamaran featuring automated, inflatable wingsails that eliminate stays, winches, and running rigging entirely. Supported by a 250kWh lithium-ion battery bank and hydrogeneration systems, this slender VPLP platform matches wind speeds up to 10 knots. Discover how this zero-emission cruiser redefines bluewater navigation.

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