The Sea Loft 480 represents a deliberate shift in how we define a modern powerboat. Rather than focusing on outright speed or aggressive styling, this 14-metre platform has been conceived as a floating living environment — a vessel designed to prioritise comfort, autonomy, and connection with the sea. Jeanneau’s approach with the 480 is not evolutionary but conceptual, challenging the traditional blueprint of coastal cruising by emphasising space, sustainability and lifestyle integration.
When a brand with Wellcraft’s offshore heritage introduces a new centre console at BOOT Düsseldorf, expectations are naturally high. Launching in January 2026, the Wellcraft 243 Fisherman enters a competitive mid-size segment where performance, durability and versatility must work in harmony. Designed to appeal to serious anglers and lifestyle boaters alike, the 243 Fisherman combines a proven deep-V hull with a practical layout and modern detailing aimed at real-world use on coastal and offshore waters.
The global unveiling of the Pearl 73 at Boot Düsseldorf 2026 marks a confident next step for Pearl Yachts in the highly competitive 70-foot flybridge segment. Building on the success of the Pearl 72, this latest model delivers a carefully considered evolution rather than radical reinvention, focusing on improved liveability, enhanced natural light, and refined social spaces. Designed by Bill Dixon with interiors by Kelly Hoppen CBE, the Pearl 73 blends British naval architecture with contemporary luxury aimed squarely at owner-operators and premium charter buyers.
Saxdor’s move into the 45–50ft premium segment is not a subtle one. Announced in December 2025 and set for its world premiere at boot Düsseldorf in January 2026, the Saxdor 460 GTC is designed to scale up the brand’s signature fast, functional, outboard-driven formula without losing the simplicity that attracts owner-operators. Rather than chasing superyacht cues, the 460 GTC is built around flow: a closed, all-season wheelhouse that opens wide to the decks, large fold-down terraces that behave like waterfront patios, and a layout that encourages natural movement between bow lounge, cockpit, and saloon regardless of conditions.
When innovation and ambition align, the result can be genuinely transformative. Launched in 2025, the Enata Ghost positions itself as one of the most technically ambitious private yachts ever conceived. As the world’s first 28-metre private foiling superyacht, Ghost challenges traditional assumptions about speed, comfort and efficiency at this size, introducing hydrofoil technology to a segment historically defined by displacement and planing hulls. For buyers seeking something demonstrably different, Ghost represents a decisive step into the next era of yacht design.
In the increasingly competitive world of sub‑24‑metre luxury yachts, Italy’s Arcadia Yachts has launched a model that blends performance, comfort, and environmental responsibility in a notably refined package. The Arcadia A80new—simply referred to here as the A80—debuted in 2025 as the shipyard’s first Raised Pilothouse (RPH) design, achieving immediate attention for its innovative layout and sustainability credentials. Tailored to experienced cruisers and discriminating owners alike, this yacht redefines what owners can expect from a compact superyacht.
In an era where sustainability finally meets true luxury, Pearl Yachts has introduced its most ambitious flagship to date: the Pearl 100 Hybrid. Launched in 2025, this 30-metre model marks the brand’s entry into hybrid propulsion while elevating the design, volume, and sophistication that Pearl is known for. It is a yacht created for owners who want the best of both worlds—performance and responsibility—without compromising on style.
Beneteau has pulled back the curtain on what may be its most ambitious express cruiser to date: the Gran Turismo 50. Unveiled against the backdrop of Beneteau’s storied 140-year heritage, the GT50 doesn’t simply add to a growing lineup—it signals a new chapter in how the brand conceives luxury, space, and performance. The WSB team takes a closer look at the imminent flagship arrival.
Imagine a yacht that feels less like a vessel and more like a minimalist architectural retreat. In this place, artful asymmetry, light-drenched interiors, and seamless connections to the sea come together in perfect harmony. Such is the promise of the Sanlorenzo SL110A, the latest in the Italian builder’s groundbreaking asymmetric SL series. The WSB team explores the new SL110A from Sanlorenzo.
Imagine a vessel that marries the thrill of the open sea with the luxury of a floating sanctuary—welcome to the Aquador 400 Hard Top. As Aquador’s largest model yet and the crown jewel in their Next Generation line, this 12.10 m cruiser redefines modern boating by offering unrivalled space, refined design, and all‑weather comfort for discerning mariners. The WSB team takes a closer look at the Aquador 400HT.
Launched in the spring of 2025, Safehaven Marine’s T‑2000 “Voyager” arrives as a game‑changer in high‑speed blue‑water cruising—a luxury explorer catamaran that melds adrenaline-inducing performance with ocean-crossing comfort. Built on the company’s storied pedigree in tough pilot, patrol and SAR vessels, the Voyager is engineered to conquer both serene Mediterranean coves and the fiercest Atlantic swells—all with style and precision. The WSB team takes a closer look at the new arrival for Safehaven.