New Model: Marlow Avalon 65A

Presented at the 2025 Palm Beach boat show is the Marlow Avalon 65A as conceived by David Marlow.  The Avalon 65 signals a new direction for Marlow with a more sportier and traditional direction for the 2000 US headed company with China build known for its semi-custom explorer yachts from fifteen to thirty meters.  Apart the more nimble classic looks the Avalon 65 is an expression of indoor-outdoor living, joined with performance, elegance, and versatility in every detail.   A transformative tender garage reveals itself with the touch of a button, with this space doubling as a spacious beach club.  Expansive lounge areas on the aft and foredeck, paired with secure walkways, offer comfort and convenience throughout. Inside, the atrium-style indoor/outdoor lounge seamlessly integrates open-air cruising with climate-controlled refinement. Features like a grill, fridge, and generous storage create a versatile, social hub. The salon includes a day head and a beautifully designed galley with dual cooking areas and an aft-facing window, keeping the chef connected to the outdoors. Rich Sapele wood, panoramic forward windows, and double Dutch doors add warmth and character throughout. Above, the flybridge continues the theme of versatility with massive storage, integrated solar panels, and Marlow’s signature design language.   Below deck, the Avalon 65 offers six guests berths in a full-beam master stateroom aft with extensive storage, a VIP stateroom forward with en-suite head, and a twin-berth guest cabin with private sink and ample space.  Powered by twin MAN 1200hp diesels, the Avalon is capable for top speeds up to thirty knots, and a 25 knots fast cruise.  Her air-conditioned, full-height engine room exceeds expectations, both in function and finish. As with all Marlow's the Avalon 65A is constructed in limited numbers with proprietary composite techniques, ensuring unmatched quality, performance, and efficiency. From Strut Keel® technology to optimized propeller tunnels, every detail supports smooth, shallow-water cruising and offshore confidence.

Technical Data:

LOA - 22.45 m (73.8ft)

Beam - 5.94 m

Draft - 1.27 m

Displacement - 38,599 kg

Fuel Capacity - 7003 l

Water Capacity - 1324 l

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins

Engines - 2 x MAN V8 1200hp

Propulsion - line shaft 

Speed - thirty knots max, 25 fast cruise, eight knots long range

Hull Shape - fast displacement with Velocijet strut keels

Construction - vacuum infused resin for hull and super structure

Project - David Marlow 

Certification - CE

www.marlowyachts.com

Project: Absolute Navetta 58

It started with a Navetta 58 back in 2014, then it was updated in 2020, and now for 2026 Absolute presents the third generation Navetta 58. The Navetta 58 joins the look of drop down and then go up shear line and extra large forward hull windows as introduced with the Navetta 48 in 2018. Absolute is calling this third version of the Navetta 58 the Andromeda. Fluid, harmonious contemporary lines define the third generation identity of the Navetta 58, offering ever-changing perspectives and a perfect balance of privacy, functionality, and luxury. Among its most distinctive features are the signature-shaped bow windows, glass bulwarks in the cockpit that provide unobstructed sea views and enhanced safety, and the truncated transom design, which eases access to the water. The cockpit, fully sheltered by the flybridge, is spacious and versatile, customizable with modular sofas, while the large stern platform is available in a fixed version or with an integrated automatic ladder. The step-free flybridge offers a customizable aft terrace, a generous L-shaped sofa with sliding ceramic table, a fully equipped wet bar with BBQ, refrigerator, icemaker, and freezer, plus a starboard helm station designed to simplify docking manoeuvres. The expansive hardtop, available with an opening section or solar panels, completes the space with dimmable ceiling lights and integrated floor lighting, creating a refined and atmospheric onboard experience. The interiors of the Navetta 58 are designed to deliver absolute comfort and a wide range of customization options. The seamless, step-free salon can be fitted with a foldaway table in the lounge area or an electrically operated dining table with six chairs, complemented by alternative layouts such as a crystal cabinet, spacious storage unit, or a refined coffee table with armchairs. The raised helm station features two state-of-the-art seats and ensures outstanding visibility. The full-beam master cabin forward is bright and spacious, with a walk-in closet and customizable furnishings; the midship VIP cabin offers the same level of comfort with an en-suite bathroom and large panoramic windows; the guest cabin features two single beds that can be electrically converted into a double. As with every Absolute yacht, the interiors are defined by soft, flowing lines, rounded furniture edges, wide beds, soft ambient lighting, efficient climate control, and natural ventilation, all designed to create an exclusive and relaxing onboard atmosphere. The third generation Absolute Navetta 58 is powered by twin Volvo 725hp with IPS pod drives.

www.absoluteyachts.com

New Model: SAY Carbon Yachts 52

I actually learned about SAY Carbon Yachts back in 2022, when its then new model the 42 was filmed in Haulover Inlet during a sea trial by Wavy Boats.  This video got interest to this axe bow arrow looking from the future sport cruiser.  The project of the 52 was announced on that same year, but supply chain issues and then some financial difficulties last year made the debut of the second larger SAY arrive this year at the 2025 Palma boat show.  A German company founded in 2006, the company started building light sailboats and ribs, and then in 2014 with involvement from Karl Wagner, the founder of Carbo Tech Composites started looking at entering the fast cruiser market.  The result was the SAY Carbon Yachts 29 which arrived in 2019, which was followed by the 42, and this 52 being its second model.  Fully build in carbon fibre the SAY 52 is a fifteen meter in length sport yacht of incredible light weight, around eight tons unloaded with the diesel engine choice, and all around weight saving features, see shower head door.  Accommodation wise the SAY Yachts offers a two plus two berth interior; C-shaped dinette to starboard and a cabin galley to port, double berth forward, and a shower head to starboard.  An option exists for the forward cabin for being open or enclosed with a door.  The exterior living area of the SAY 52 is typical Mediterranean covered for most part by the futuristic and forward looking hard-T-Top and offering a layout off a central sun-pad with underneath garage, central L-shaped settee forward and bench seat for two to port, center exterior galley wet-bar, and a two seat central console.   The SAY 52 is available with three propulsion options; twin 430hp petrol gas as standard, optional twin 480hp diesel, both of these on duo-prop stern drives, and an all electric 300kw option which adds the bill by another 850,000 EUROS.  With the twin 480hp diesel option the SAY 42 reaches a top speed of 45 knots.

Technical Data:

LOA - 15.95 m (52.3ft)

Beam - 4.40 m

Draft -0.95 m

Displacement - 7.5 t unloaded *with petrol gas engines

Fuel Capacity - 1200 l

Water Capacity - 250 l

Accommodation - two plus two berths

Engines - 2 x Volvo 6.2l 430hp petrol gas, D6 5.5l 440hp, full electric drive 300kw 

Propulsion - Volvo DPI duo prop stern drives

Speed - 45 knots max 

Range - 300 nautical miles at thirty knots

Hull Shape - patented Petestep hull with A-shaped deflectors

Construction - all carbon fibre

Certification - CE A

www.saycarbonyachts.com

Tecnomar New Web Site

Tecnomar from Italy updates its virtual World wide web showroom to a new platform. Tecnomar is founded in 1987 by the Sarti family, as it buys performance offshore boat and yacht builder Bruno Benetti.  Bruno Benetti actually debuts the previous year in 1986 with the high performance 50 Offshore model as designed by Cougar. The 50 Offshore is followed in a year by three smaller 35 to 45 foot models, who like the bigger sister are also powerboat style cruisers and designed by Cougar.  In 1991 the Bruno Benetti name is removed as Tecnomar starts to label the models only with its name.  In 1993 with the launch of the three cabin TB 58 Tecnomar offers its first more comfort orientated sport yacht.  In 1997 Tecnomar builds its first super 24 metres plus size yacht with the different to its usual offer only one custom build Ventoteso 35, a displacement ship style yacht as designed by Vripack and build of steel.  The one off Ventoteso 35 is the only Tecnomar build of steel to date.  The second super yacht comes three years later in 2001 as Tecnomar launch the semi-custom super sport yacht production Velvet 24 model. In the new millennium Tecnomar expands the semi production super yacht 24 meters and bigger offer, and by 2004 the company delivers its bigger yacht under the original Sarti management with the 35 Velvet, the first hull commissioned by renowned football player and manager Roberto Mancini. The Sarti family will sell Tecnomar's majority stake to Venice Equity in 2008, and then in January 2009 changes ownership again to the current owner, becoming part of the Italian Sea Group with Giovanni Costantino taking the role of Chairman and CEO.  With Italian Sea Group production moves a bit further North in Tuscany to Massa Carrara. Tecnomar largest build to date is the 45m Nadara launched in 2010 and able to reach max speeds up to thirty knots.  Today Tecnomar currently offers six models divided in three different ranges; T-Evo, Multihull, and Tecnomar for Lamborghini build in aluminium and or fibreglass.  The range offer starts from social media's favorite yacht the twenty meter Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63, and goes up to the T-Evo 155 for length or the C 145 catamaran for volume. The new Tecnomar web showroom takes you around with the following main buttons: Home, Brand, Fleet, News and Events,  Contacts and Sales Network, and The Italian Sea Group.  Tecnomar is also on social media with bottom right links taking you to the brands Facebook, Instagram, and Threads company pages.

www.tecnomar.com

Production and Ownership History;

BB 50 Offshore 1986-91 *Cougar designed

1987 Sarti family buys Bruno Benetti

BB 45 Offshore 1987-90 

BB 35 Offshore 1987-89

BB 40 Offshore 1987-91

1988 renamed to Bruno Benetti Tecnomar

37 Offshore 1990-94 

1991 now named only as Tecnomar

TB 18 1991-92 *BB 60 Offshore project

TB 546 1992-94

TB 58 1993-98

Madras 20 1996-2003

Venteso 35 1997 (1)

Velvet 20 1998-2004

Velvet 24 2001-04

Madras 26 2001-05 (4)

Velvet 26 2003 (2)

Velvet 35 2004-06 (2)

Nadara 35 2005 (1)

Velvet 83 2005-06 (2)

Velvet 100 2006 (1)

Nadara 35 RP 2006-08 (2)

Velvet 90 2006-08 (3)

Nadara 43 2007 (1)

Velvet 120 2007 (1)

Nadara 92 2007  (1)

2008 Venice Equity ownership

Nadara 26 2008

Velvet 36 2008-11 (3)

Nadara 41 RPH 2008 (1)

2009 Italian Sea Group ownership

Nadara 43 Trideck 2009 (1)

Velvet 30 2009 (1)

Nadara 100 2009-12 (3)

Nadara 45 2010 (1)

Nadara 45 2012 (1)

Nadara 40 2014 (1)

Evo 55 Open 2016-19

Evo 55 HT 2016-19

Evo 120 2018- (6 *Evo 115 project

For Lamborghini 63 2021- (36

Before Tecnomar the Cougar designed Bruno Benetti 50 Offshore. 

New Model: Palm Beach Motor Yachts PB85

Palm Beach Motor Yachts has launched its largest build to date as it delivered its first PB85 at the start of the fall. The PB85 enters Palm Beach into 24 meters plus super yacht and expands its size from from its previous largest PB70 which arrived in 2019 by six meters.  For those less attentive to details the PB85 also shares hull with the same owned Grand Banks GB85 which launched in 2021, and to date has been delivered in three units.  The first hull of the Palm Beach PB85 came in the Sedan hard-top version, but the model is also available in Flybridge, and enclosed bridge Skylounge versions.  The Palm Beach PB85 features a galley up layout, with a three stateroom lower deck.  Crew cabins for two are at midships in between the engine room and the owners room, and this area also features a galley, L-shaped dinette, and direct access to the spacious engine room aft.  The Palm Beach Motor Yachts PB85 is standard powered by twin Volvo 1000hp with IPS pod drives for speeds up to 28 knots and a cruise at 23 knots.  Other options are triple Volvo 1000s and IPS pods for speeds up to 35 knots, and twin Man 1300hp with shaft drives for speeds up to thirty knots. It is not understood with what power the first hull was launched, but rumours say it is powered by the standard twin Volvo 1000hp set up.  

Technical Data:

LOA - 27.55 m (90.5ft)

Hull Length - 24.5 m

Beam - 6.76 m

Draft - 1.5 m with IPS pod drives, 1.38 m with line shafts

Displacement - 43,000 kg dry

Fuel Capacity - 10,000 l

Water Capacity - 1.500 l

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, three/four crew in two cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D13 1000hp, optional 3 x Volvo D13 1000hp, Man V18 1300hp

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking dual propeller IPS pod drives, line shaft with Man 1300s

Speed - 26 knots max 23 cruise with twin Volvo-IPS 1000hp, 27 knots max 25 cruise with Man 1300hp, 35 knots max 29 cruise with triple Volvo 1000hp

Range - 700 nautical miles at 21 knots with Volvo 1000hp

Hull Shape - V-warp technology

Project - Mark Richards, Palm Beach Motor Yachts

Certification - CE A

www.palmbeachmotoryachts.com

Project: Sanlorenzo SHE 25.5 m

Sanlorenzo has presented an intriguing project as it presented the SHE 25.5 meter, a perfect execution and lesson how to bring the school of past yacht design gone by in the present and into the future. SHE is offered as an exclusive production, although no numbers have been given if it be will produced in two or ten units.  Probably Sanlorenzo is gauging interest from the project as it was announced.  Designed by Sanlorenzo lead designer since 2018 Bernardo Zuccon for exterior and Pierro Lissoni for interior, SHE is short for Sanlorenzo Heritage and gets inspiration and pays tribute to the sixties produced timeless classics that shaped that decade as the Sanlorenzo Super Garuda, but also other notable Italian classic's like the Baglietto Maiorca, Cantieri di Pisa Pegaso, and Picchiotti Mistal.  Zuccon evolved to perfection a style of yacht which was forgotten bringing the past into the future, with details as the raised cabin deck, and classic squared stern being distinct details of the SHE project. But beyond the exterior Sanlorenzo SHE is a yacht launched into the future powered by twin Volvo 1000hp coupled to the IPS pod drives hybrid electric system. This hybrid propulsion set up will give a twenty knots cruise speed and a nine knots electric only cruise. The hybrid system also gives a triple functionality; full-electric propulsion for quiet cruising, automatic battery recharge in less to an hour to full during diesel navigation enabling overnight stays without generator use, and a booster mode that adds electric thrust to diesel propulsion enhancing performance while reducing engine RPM. Adding to its green credit SHE is also to feature a special four meter bespoke carbon fibre build electric tender. As layout goes Sanlorenzo SHE will feature more then you think innovative exteriors and interiors. The classic stern, discreet and compact while navigating, opens at anchor transforming itself into a large sea-level terrace that expands the yacht’s spatial experience and reflects the customers’ demand for openness and versatility. The Main deck unfolds on a single level, free from physical barriers. The cockpit, spacious and adaptable, becoming a blank canvas for the owner to personalise, blending relaxation and conviviality with ease. The deck is finished with a sustainable synthetic reinterpretation of natural teak. Selected for its near-zero maintenance and a surface temperature reduced by up to four degrees centigrade, it delivers all these practical benefits without sacrificing timeless elegance. The superstructure is developed across two staggered levels. At the bow, a dedicated relaxation area with solarium is complemented by an up top Sun deck, where every function is calibrated to minimize visual impact and elevate the yacht’s skyline. SHE also offers the Smart Island system a modular outdoor composition allowing for flexible configurations both on the Sun deck and in the cockpit, without the need for fixed elements that would obstruct the transparency of the surrounding glazing. The interior layout is classic, with essential customisation options that allow the owner to tailor the onboard experience. The onboard architecture unfolds across three levels, including a raised mid level mezzanine acting as a connective hinge between the Main and Lower decks. At stern, the living area hosts a lounge, bar and helm station; a fluid, convivial space designed for both navigation and relaxation. The main salon, elevated and directly connected to the cockpit, features full-height glazing that provides a harmonious relationship with the sea. A sculptural circular staircase leads to the slightly lower mezzanine, which houses the dining area, directly linked to a spacious, fully equipped galley and the crew quarters located forward. This intermediate level benefits from natural light filtered through the superstructure’s glazing, creating a soft, atmospheric transition between spaces. The Lower deck accommodates a full-beam owner’s cabin at the stern, followed by a VIP cabin and a guest cabin, all en-suite and characterized by luminous interiors, refined materials and a sense of quiet precision. The crew area, located forward, includes two cabins for three crew members and a spacious, fully equipped galley. The Sanlorenzo SHE is gentleman's yacht of the past design, adding privacy and functionality, with clear separation between guest and service areas. 

www.sanlorenzoyacht.com

Super Sport Yacht Fire Destroyed Offshore to Savona, Italy

Three men were saved as the 26 meter super sport yacht Principessa Matera had an onboard fire as it was cruising about five nautical miles offshore between Bergeggi and Capo Noli, Savona in Western Liguria Italy at around 14:15 of Thursday six November.  Two Vigili del Fuoco fire fighting boats departing from Savona and Genova and a Drago 162 Helicopter went out to fight the blaze, as the yacht crew saved itself with the yacht's tender.  The fire was controlled and stopped, although the yacht was wrecked and nearly fully burned but was saved from sinking and spreading pollution from its fuel tanks and engine oil.  

The yacht wreck was ultimately towed at 00:40 to the Port of Vado by a Transmare tug boat, with an anti-pollution Transmare vessel and two Port Captaincy boats following the operation.  The cause of the fire is now under investigation, as the yacht wreck was seized by the Savona public attorney.

M/y Principessa Matera is an Arno Leopard 27 Open as designed by Paolo Caliari and produced from 1994 to 2011 in 48 units.  Founded in 1935 by Raffaello, Alessandro, Lorenzo and Nello Picchiotti, they enter yacht production outside the Picchiotti family name with the Arno Leopard 15mt as designed by Paolo Caliari in 1973.  Arno Leopard operated till 2013, building yachts up to 46 meters in length.

New Model: Valhalia 55 Sport Yacht

Valhalia Boatworks has in June 2025 launched the first hull of the new 55 Sport Yacht. Based on the V-55 center console which arrived in early 2023 the 55 Sport Yacht is redesigned from the super structure up, offering sweet looking modern lines coupled to performance and choices of accommodation layout for both upper and main decks.  Powered by four Mercury 600hp outboards the 55 Sport Yacht delivers a fast fifty knots plus top speed, coupled to a stable and efficient ride, along a stunning profile. Her swept-back, four-sided fiberglass pilothouse features tinted windows and a hardtop that extends aft to cover the summer kitchen or bar. A telescoping powered shade, hidden in the hardtop delivers sun protection and comfort in the cockpit. Support arches gracefully project outboard to the coamings.. Boarding platforms outboard of the engines lead to a pair of glass doors that provide cockpit access. Designed for maximum relaxation and outdoor entertaining, the yacht is offered with several different aft deck layouts. Hull No. 1 is appointed with a wraparound lounge and table in the cockpit, paired with an L-shaped summer kitchen along the aft pilothouse bulkhead ,which also includes a port-side door. A summer kitchen with a full-width counter that extends along a solid aft bulkhead is also available with the U-shaped cockpit dinette. The third option boasts an aft dinette with table and facing bench seats, coupled with a bar and three stools, in lieu of the L-shaped summer kitchen. With each of the four configurations, the aft bulkhead has an integrated powered window that opens the pilothouse to the aft deck. Adding to the entertainment is an optional HD TV that drops down from the hardtop underside for aft-deck viewing. The cockpit comes standard with powered fold-down balconies on each side with integrated boarding ladders. An asymmetrical side-deck design allows for increased interior volume; raised starboard side deck accessed via three steps frees up space in the cabin while still providing access forward to tend to dock lines, while the port side walkway is flush with the deck and leads to the bow, where you’ll find a three-person sun-pad and a wraparound lounge with table. The pilothouse is designed to bring the outdoors inside. In addition to the bulkhead window, it features a powered sunroof and port and starboard powered doors that slide aft. They provide full-beam access from the three-person forward control station while also ushering in refreshing breezes. Like our Viking and Valhalla helms, the 55 SY’s control station is streamlined, clean and ergonomically friendly. Three multifunctional displays anchor the raised electronics pod in an impressive all-glass helm design. Visibility through the one-piece windshield is superb. With the solid aft bulkhead option, the pilothouse’s interior is appointed with a full-width raised lounge and table. Alternatively, you have a raised bench seat offset to starboard when the L-shaped summer kitchen with bulkhead door is chosen; and the outdoor bar design boasts a continuation of its counter into the pilothouse. Port-side companionway stairs lead to the feature-packed galley to starboard and comfortable dinette to port (with L-shaped seating that’s convertible to a berth). Standard accommodations include two private staterooms with queen beds. The forward master is appointed with an ensuite head and separate shower. A guest head, also with separate shower, is just forward of the amidships guest stateroom. For extra sleeping accommodations, an optional amidships layout with two berths; double to starboard and a single to port is available. The 55 Sport Yacht has over four thousand litres of fuel for extensive range and is engineered for a Seakeeper for increased comfort.  A subsidiary of Viking Yachts, Valhalia Boatworks debuted in 2019 with three center console models from ten to twelve meters on that year, and today offers eight models from 28 to 55 foot.

Technical Data:

LOA - 16.9 m (55.7ft)

Beam - 4.7 m

Draft - 1.2 m with engines down and props, 0.90 m with engines up

Displacement - 21,546 kg half load, 23,473 kg loaded

Fuel Capacity - 4164 l gas petrol, plus 227 l diesel

Water Capacity - 568 l

Accommodation - four berths in two cabins, or five berths in two cabins

Engines - 4 x Mercury Verado V6 600hp

Propulsion - quadruple Mercury dual propeller outboards

Speed - 52 knots top speed, 43 knots cruise

Hull Shape - Stepped-V Ventilated Tunnel with 22.5 deadrise aft

Construction - Isophthalic gel coat and Vinilester resin with closed cell PVC foam core

Project - Michael Peters naval architect

www.valhaliaboatworks.com

Engine: Seateak 700 CR 700hp

Seatek presents a new line of six cylinder engines with this 700 CR and its 700hp being the smallest of the trio of engines based on the same block. This new trio of Seatek engines are all based on the Common Rail technology of the high performance engine specialist, using the 10.3 litre block with a bore of 127 mm and a 135 mm stroke, as used from the legendary Plus series as available in 620 and 800hp and produced since 2001. With 700hp at 2700 rpm, the Seatek 700 CR is the smallest engine in its new common rail six cylinder range, suited for a variety of used from military, recreational, but also racing use. The Seatek 700 CR is compliant to CE 2013/53/UE rules.

www.seatek-spa.com

2 Saved as Fjord Cruiser is Fire Wrecked Off Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale

Two people were saved as a fourteen meter sport cruiser went ablaze six nautical miles off Hallandale Beach, Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale on the afternoon of Monday third November.  The boaters were rescued by a boater who spotting the smoking vessel called a mayday and turned his attention to assist, rescuing one of the boaters first, and the second later.  The fire was then attended by Hollywood Fire Rescue, Broward Sheriff’s Office Fire Rescue, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, and US Coast Guard units.  The US Coast Guard collected the two boaters from the Samaritan boater, with the blaze fought by the three fire rescue agencies, with a towing boat also coming for nothing to tow the wreck as this ultimately sunk in around 250 meters of deep water.  The two boaters had no injuries and were then taken to the Coast Guard Station in Dania Beach.  The cause of the fire is under investigation, with social media chatter saying the particular boat was displayed at the just finished 2025 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show brokerage section.

The sport cruiser in this fire is 2015 Fjord 48 Open as designed by Patrick Banfield and produced from 2014 to 2017.  When debuting the 48 Open was Fjord flagship, with the model evolved and replaced by the 52 Open.