New Launch: Alia Yachts 43m ALY431

Alia Yachts is proud to announce the launch of its striking 43 metre full-custom raised pilothouse yacht hull number ALY431 titled Ximena. Penned by Omega Architects with naval architecture by Van Oossanen Naval Architects, this custom Alia Yachts commands immediate attention with her aggressive, arrow-like profile and distinctive pelican’s bill bow. Her fast displacement hull form delivers a top speed up to 22 knots, combining performance with remarkable efficiency at a twenty knot cruising speed. With transatlantic range capabilities optimised for Gulf Stream crossings and island cruising, and a shallow two meter draft enhancing her access to the Bahamas and Caribbean shallows, this custom 43 meter Alia Yacht is purpose built for dynamic yachting. This fully custom 43-metre yacht achieves an exceptional balance between performance and onboard comfort. A light-filled owner’s suite forward on the main deck enjoys panoramic views, complemented by four spacious guest cabins on the lower deck. Well appointed crew quarters ensure seamless service throughout extended voyages. Expansive exterior spaces, including a foredeck lounge, generous cockpit, and versatile upper deck, create a refined al fresco lifestyle ideally suited to South Florida and Bahamian waters. A dedicated glass-fronted gym positioned at the aft beach club further enhances the onboard experience, offering guests a private wellness space with direct connection to the sea. The yacht’s contemporary interior, crafted by international studio Yodezeen, will also be unveiled to the public for the first time during the show, marking a significant moment in the yacht’s global presentation.

Technical Data:

LOA - 42.9 m (140.7ft)

Beam - 8.40 m

Draft - 2.10 m

Displacement - 275 t, 380 gt *volume

Fuel Capacity - 37,500 l

Water Capacity - 11,900 l

Accommodation - ten guests in five cabins, seven crew in four cabins

Engines - 2 x MTU 16V 2000 M96L 2000hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - 22 knots max, twenty cruise, twelve knots long range

Range - 3200 nautical miles at twelve knots

Hull Shape - fast displacement

Construction - aluminium

Project - Omega exterior, Van Oossanen naval architect, Yodezeen interior

Certification - Lloyds 100 A1 SSC Yacht Mono G6 MCH UMS, MCA Compliant

www.aliayachts.com

Project: Horizon V74 EVO

Horizon present the V74 EVO representing a refined evolution of design, performance, and onboard atmosphere, officially unveiled during the Düsseldorf Boat Show,. The V74 Evo is presented as Horizon’s next step for the European market. Conceived with a clear focus on proportion rather than excess, the V74 EVO draws from superyacht design principles to deliver comfort, confidence, and balance at sea. Her exterior lines reveal a purposeful hull form: a fine waterline entry paired with controlled flare above, engineered to manage spray, restore lift, and ensure a composed ride. The open flybridge reinforces this philosophy, offering a clean, well-structured layout with generous seating and lounging areas that feel open, social, and uncluttered. Inside, the V74 EVO reveals a carefully curated interior world. The main deck salon is bright and welcoming, defined by soft neutral tones, textured fabrics, and subtle leather accents that create a warm, residential ambiance. Large windows flood the space with natural light, while fluted glass details, refined cabinetry, and balanced proportions add depth and visual rhythm without overwhelming the senses. The galley and dinette area continue this understated elegance. Stone surfaces inspired by Calacatta quartz, combined with warm wood finishes and refined flooring, elevate the space beyond pure functionality, designed to feel equally natural for everyday cruising or entertaining guests on longer passages. Below deck, the atmosphere becomes more intimate and serene. The full-beam master cabin is conceived as a private retreat, with leather-wrapped elements, teak finishes, and soft textiles working together to create a calm, cocoon-like environment. Carefully considered lighting and material choices emphasize comfort and privacy, while the VIP and guest cabins echo the same design language, delivering a consistent, high-end experience throughout. The mood board tells a clear story: an interior that feels timeless, warm, and designed to age gracefully free from short-lived trends and focused instead on long-term enjoyment.  The first Horizon V74 EVO is scheduled to launch this Summer 2026, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the V-Series.

www.horizonyacht.com

New Model: Elling E4

Elling announces the launch of the redesigned second generation E4. This new Elling E4 second generation comes after 22 years and three hundred units produced of the original E4 which debuted in 2004, and while it keeps the bases; same hull and dimensions of its predecessor it receives a comprehensive facelift, now featuring a modernized wheelhouse that visually aligns with the yard’s E6 flagship which arrived in 2016. From the outside the new Elling E4 presents a cleaner and more contemporary profile, with a redesigned targa which manually lowers the radar arch enhancing flexibility. This makes the explorer cruiser suitable for cruising in low-clearance areas, such as the French canal system. In addition, the revised superstructure improves both aesthetics and functionality. Inside the wheelhouse has also been redesigned delivering tangible benefits feeling noticeably more spacious. Moreover, outward visibility has been enhanced through an enlarged aft window, contributing to safer and more comfortable navigation. The first second generation Elling E4 was delivered to the United States, with the second set for a German owner, and the model debuting at the 2026 Dusseldorf boat show.

Technical Data:

LOA - 14.95 m (49ft)

Beam - 4.25 m

Draft - 1.20 m

Displacement - 17 t

Fuel Capacity - 1500 l

Water Capacity - 850 l

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins

Engines - 1 x  Volvo 190hp, optional D6 440hp, D8 600hp, plus 30hp wing engine

Propulsion - direct line shaft, plus wing engine

Speed - up to seventeen knots with 600hp

Range - one thousand five hundred nautical miles at seven knots

Project - Vripack

Certification - CE A

www.ellingyachting.com

competition = De Alm Almtrawler 1320 

Project: Italia Yachts 37 Veloce

Italia Yachts follows its motor boating debut of the 43 Veloce with the 37 Veloce project.  The 37 Veloce presents itself as an entry level to Italian Yachts Veloce motor boat range, which is planned to expand to five models and up to twenty meters in size.  Unlike the 43 Veloce which was designed by Skyron, the 37 Veloce is designed in house, who presented an asymmetric walk-around sport cruiser with side walk-around deck to port side and drop down bulk-heads which serve the astern part of the sports cruiser.  The exterior space continues with a summer galley located behind the triple seat helm station, dinette, and sun-pad to aft which covers the upper part of the outboard motors.  The cabin offers spacious accommodation for four; with an enclosed midships cabin, and a forward double berth.  The 37 Veloce can be optioned with a U-shaped dinette forward, and two single berths instead of the double at midships.  A shower with head is located to starboard.  The Italian Yachts 37 Veloce is to be powered by twin 350hp outboards, for top speeds up to 42 knots.

www.italiayachtsinternational.com

New Model: Jeanneau TH33

Jeanneau presents the TH33, an outboard powered catamaran as designed by Marc Lombard and Camillo Garroni.  The Jeanneau TH line was actually announced as a Four Winns range, only for it to change course after it's presentation in Fort Lauderdale and presented as Jeanneau in Dusseldorf three months later.  The Jeanneau TH33 comes with a bow-rider dual console fore to aft style main deck with a lower deck offering sleeping accommodation for two in the starboard side of the hull with the Cabin Pack option, and a shower head in the port side part of the hull.  The Jeanneau TH33 is powered by twin 250hp Yamaha as standard, with optional Mercury and Yamaha up to 300hp available.

Technical Data:

LOA - 10.49 m (34.5ft) with engines and pulpit

LOA - 10.1 m

Hull Length - 9.70 m

Beam - 3.87 m

Draft - 0.96 m outboards down

Displacement - 5655 kg

Fuel Capacity - 2 x 450 l

Water Capacity - 94 l

Max Persons - eight in B category

Accommodation - two berths 

Engines - 2 x Yamaha 250hp, optional 300hp, Mercury 250hp, 300hp

Propulsion - twin outboards

Speed - 36 knots max estimate

Project - Marc Lombard, Camillo Garroni

Certification - CE B8/C12

www.jeanneau.com

competition = Aquila 32 Sport

Sea Ray Yacht Fire Near Hillsboro Boulevard Bridge in Fort Lauderdale

A sixteen meter Sea Ray sport yacht titled Bada Bing II went ablaze south of Hillsboro Boulevard Bridge in Deerfield Beach on the Inter Coastal Waterway in Fort Lauderdale, on the afternoon of Saturday fourth April.  Sea Tow Fort Lauderdale, Boca Fire Rescue, Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue, and Broward Sheriff Office Fire Rescue responded to the blaze which was controlled, and contained.  Three persons who were onboard the yacht were transported to a hospital, but reported to have non-life-threatening injuries.  The fire was reported to have started in the engine room, and thanks to the quick response of the captain and fire teams was controlled.  Following the fire the yacht was towed to the Cove Restaurant boat yard for hauling and inspection.

The yacht in this accident is a 2000 first generation Sea Ray 540 Sundancer as produced from 1998 to 2001.  The 540 Sundancer was a replacement to the 500 Sundancer, and was replaced by the Sea Ray 550 Sundancer.

Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi New Web Site

Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi also known as FIM presents its new web site.  Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi was founded in 2019 at Bergamo, Italy by Corrado Piccinelli and Manuela Barcella, with partner Vannis Marchi joining in 2021 as capital investor.  The two founders of Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi come from the boating experience of Over Sea Service, a service and sub-contractor boating firm founded by Corrado Piccinelli in 1999, with Manuela Barcella joining the same company in 2016.  Vannis Marchi is famous for founding the Liu Jo fashion brand in 1995, and is a passionate and serial boat owner, having owned seven boats and yachts from 3.5 meters his first rib he had at twenty years old, to a 58 foot sport yacht.  Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi will present the 340 Regina project as designed by Ferragni in 2020, with the first hull completed and debuting in 2021.  In 2022 Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi expands to a new five thousand square meters facility in Bergamo, with the area expanding to the current twenty thousand square meters by 2024.  The Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi second model the 470 Regina arrives in the fall of 2022, and this is followed in 2023 with the 440 Regina as designed by Alessandro Lottici of Design alot.  Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi currently produces six models from ten to nineteen meters in the two Open and Sport Fly lines, which start with the 340 Regina, and go up to the 640 Contessa project.  Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi latest model is the 500 Regina which arrived in 2024, with the 580 Contessa set to debut this 2026 year.  Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi web site is available in English, Italian, and Spanish languages and takes you around with the following buttons; Yachts, Shipyard, Philosophy, Dealers, News, and Contacts.  Fabbrica Italiana Motoscafi is also on social media with right bottom page buttons taking you to is Facebook, Instagram, and Linkedin pages.

www.fimotoscafi.com

Production History;

340 Regina 2021- 

470 Regina 2022-

440 Regina 2023- *420 Regina project, design changes to Alessandro Lottici of Design alot

500 Regina 2024-

580 Contessa 2026- *560 Contessa project

Classic Hatteras Yacht Ends Aground at North Coquina, Florida

A classic seventeen meter Hatteras yacht with four persons onboard ended aground near the North Coquina boat ramp, Florida on the afternoon of third April.  Florida Gulf Coast Marine Services who shared the story on its YouTube page assisted the classic yacht, and removed it from the sand bar which in some places was under one meter deep, for a yacht which drafts about one meter and a half.  Eventually the yacht left with its own power, which suggests it sustained little or no damage.

The yacht in this accident is a Hatteras 58 Motor Yacht Series II as designed by Jack Hargrave and produced from 1985 to 1987.  The 58 Motor Yacht Series II was a replacement to the 56 Motor Yacht, and was replaced by the Hatteras 60 Motor Yacht.

Projects: Ocean Alexander Puro 30P, Ocean Alexander Puro 40P

Ocean Alexander proudly announces the completion of its Puro Series with the introduction of the new 30P and 40P, joining the 35P to form a fully realized trilogy. First unveiled in March 2024 at the 2024 Fort Lauderdale boat show, the Puro 35 has to date been sold in five units,  Now Ocean Alexander completes the Cassetta designed series with the announced of the the 30P and 40P, with both set to make their world debut at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in 2026. More than the launch of two new models, this moment marks the full expression of the Puro vision. What began with the 35P has evolved into a complete family of yachts shaped by purity of form, global appeal, and a distinctly modern view of luxury on the water. Created in collaboration with Italian designer Giorgio M. Cassetta and naval architect Andrea Agrusta of NavalHEAD, the Puro Series was conceived as a fresh expression of global luxury. Rather than follow passing trends, the series takes a more disciplined and enduring approach. The lines are clean, the spaces feel composed, and the experience on board is designed to feel effortless, elegant, and deeply considered. The 30P brings that philosophy into a size that feels highly versatile and remarkably approachable, while still carrying the presence expected from Ocean Alexander. The 35P remains the center piece of the collection, the yacht that first introduced the market to the Puro design language. While the Puro 40P expands Ocean Alexander size by three meters to the current 37L, becoming the new flagship and its largest yacht to date.  The Puro 40 apart bringing greater scale and presence will preserving the same clarity of vision that defines the series. That sense of completion extends beyond styling, neneath the beauty of the series is a platform shaped to support confident cruising, comfort, and long term enjoyment. With the Puro Series now complete, Ocean Alexander presents a new chapter for the brand, one that feels assured, elegant, and distinctly of the moment. Together, the 30P, 35P, and 40P represent a clear vision of contemporary yachting for owners who value beauty, purpose, and a yacht that feels as extraordinary underway as it does at rest. The 30P and 40P are now available to explore online and are scheduled to debut at the 2026 Fort Lauderdale boat Show.  

www.oceanalexander.com

Yacht Saved From Fire at Aganlar Shipyard in Bodrum, Turkey

A classic 25 meter Astondoa yacht went ablaze as it was dry docked at Aganlar Shipyard, in Icmeler, Bodrum, Turkey on the morning of Friday third April.  The fire was immediately attended by the fire fighting teams, which was controlled in a timely manner, minimizing the damage to the yacht from the blaze only.  No one was injured in the fire with the cause of the blaze not being reported.  An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the fire.

The yacht in this fire is a classic Astondoa 250 model as produced in the mid-eighties, the Spanish builder largest yacht in those years.  This Astondoa 250 is reported owned to former Trabzonspor President Sadri Şener.