More is More: Nor-Tech 450

The Nor-Tech 450 is debuting at FLIBS—powered with four or five outboards(yes, four or five–you read that correctly). A 12′ beam allows for up to two rows of comfortable, three-across seating at and behind the helm. A full-width swim platform facilitates boarding with a center walkway between the twin rear bench seats.

The starboard side of the boat (45′ LOA, 12′ beam) has a built-in dive door. The T-top frame is integrated into the helm seats, allowing for more cockpit space. An air-conditioned cabin is accessed through a sliding pocket door on the starboard side of the helm. An enclosed full-size head and shower is on the port side. In addition to the large forward berth, the mid-cabin area can be tailored to the needs of the owner.
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Don’t Miss the Prestige 630

The Prestige 630 is recognizable by the yacht’s well-balanced exterior design, its bold, clean lines and the elegance of the bright interior layout. Generous living spaces are designed for comfort with an immense salon, three ensuite cabins, a centerline owner’s cabin, and flybridge.

By choosing high-tech design solutions, such as construction by infusion and the selection of an IPS 950 pod transmission, the Prestige 630 (62’4″ LOA, 16’10” beam) is at the cutting edge of technology. Thanks to Garroni Design, the luxurious interior furnishings reveal a selection of materials, color harmonies and a level of equipment normally reserved for large cruising yachts.
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Don’t Miss the Pershing 5X

The Pershing 5X is the first of the X Generation with a focus on performance and innovation. The 5X (54’2″ LOA, 14’4″ beam) cockpit is protected on the sides by two aerodynamic wings that can be separated or joined to the salon thanks to a unique opening and closing system for the glass door and glazed surface. The main deck features a living room with a dining table, the helm station to starboard and a second forward lounge.

The lower deck has been designed around the spacious, full-beam ensuite master. In the prototype layout version, the VIP cabin is located forward and the dinette is in front of the galley. As an option, a guest cabin or a crew cabin accessible from the deckhouse can replace the dinette. pershing-yacht.com

Don’t Miss: Midnight Express 34 Sportfish/Tender

The new Midnight Express 34 Sportfish Tender (34′ LOA, 11′ beam) is designed for fuel efficiency, onboard comfort and high performance. Her 11-foot beam provides stability and a large amount of space without compromising efficiency and speed. The boat’s hull and deck are fully infused and cored to reduce weight while improving strength, which results in higher cruising fuel economy.

The 34′ Sportfish/Tender tops 60 mph with twin 300-hp outboards and has a cruising range of 350 miles at 35 mph. A proprietary bow design offers a significantly drier and more comfortable ride. midnightboats.com

Don’t Miss: Marlow 53E

The new Marlow Explorer 53E debuted at the 2016 Miami Boat Show, but this will be its first appearance at FLIBS. Exceptional use of space and space-age materials produce the largest master stateroom in this size range, with noteworthy amenities in three cabins. The centerline king master with his-and-her heads offers luxury and comfort for owners and guests.

The Marlow 53E (56’7″ LOA, 17’3″ beam) is powered by reliable and economical John Deere engines, and the machinery room offers full standing headroom and 360-degree access. A 2,000-gallon fuel capacity allows for long-distance cruising without refueling at speeds 50 percent greater than similarly sized full displacement trawlers. Three additional Marlow Explorers making their first appearance at FLIBS will also be on display: 58E, 66E and 80E. marlowyachts.com

Don’t Miss the Maritimo M64

The new Maritimo M64 has a full-beam ensuite king master, fully-enclosed flybridge, walkaround decks, bi-fold doors, and an enclosed stairway between the bridge and lounge. The M64 (63’11” LOA, 18’7″) can be customized to the buyer’s preference to include a three cabin, three head configuration—ideal for giving teenage children or guests their own space—or four cabins and two heads.

For the exterior choose from the popular Euro-style transom, retain the traditional Maritimo island transom or order a sportfishing transom. Other custom details range from handcrafted timber detailing and convertible berths to relocatable tables and a wet bar.
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Don’t Miss: the Mag Bay 33

Featuring a hull design from Michael Peters Yacht Design, the Mag Bay 33 Mag Bay is built with performance in mind, yet features robust construction. With a fully loaded weight of 13,000 pounds, the boat appeals to offshore center console enthusiasts seeking a solid ride. Built to fish, the boat has more than 1,400 quarts of fish box storage. Multiple console and seating configurations are available. The Mag Bay 33 (33’6″ LOA, 10′ beam) comes standard with twin Yamaha 300s that push the hull to a max speed of 50 mph.

The California builder (founded by Mike Howarth, co-founder of Cabo Yachts, and his son, Barrett) has ambitious growth plans. In the works are a factory expansion and new model introductions in 2017.
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Azimut Verve 40

The Azimut Verve 40 (40′ LOA, 12’6″ beam) is a hybrid—a blend of a traditional walkaround center console and day cruiser. The Azimut Verve 40 has a planing hull and is powered by triple 350-hp Mercury Verado outboards for a cruising speed of 37 knots and a top speed of 45 knots. Below, her Canaletto walnut interior includes a sleeping cabin with lockable sliding door, a dinette that converts to a queen-size berth, and a galley with a two-burner electric range, refrigerator, and convection oven. Up top, the forward sunpad, the aft-facing bow seating or the L-shaped settee in the cockpit offer reclining options. A fold-down gunwale door to port enables impromptu swims off the back of the boat. azimutyachts.com

Don’t Miss: Jupiter 25 Bay

The all-new Jupiter 25 Bay offers cutting-edge performance and styling typical of a Jupiter Marine build. The boat features the amenities of a traditional bay boat while adding functionality with higher gunnels, flush decks, voluminous tournament live wells, and storage often found on larger offshore center consoles.

The Jupiter 25 Bay (26’1″ LOA, 8’6″ beam) features all-around versatility with its shallow 14-inch draft that delivers backwater and offshore performance. The ergonomically designed center console has an appealing helm area with owner’s choice of factory-installed towers and dual-screen electronics. The standard built-in center console seat incorporates a 130-quart cooler under the cushion. A 100-gallon fuel tank offers plenty of range. With an optional Yamaha F300 engine, the 25 Bay has a top speed of 55 mph. jupitermarine.com

Jeanneau Leader 30

The Jeanneau Leader 30 (30’3″ LOA, 25’5″ beam) combines a bright interior with comfort and performance. The luxurious cabin features a dedicated bed, and the salon transforms into a double berth. Standard features include a private head, a galley and copious stowage including a large hanging locker.

Buyers can choose an optional lacquer finish for the furniture. Most owners will be lounging in the cockpit on the Jeanneau Leader 30 that features adjustable sun lounges on the bow. The L-shape seating in the rear can also be made into a sunpad. Access to the large swim platform is through a starboard walk-through. An integrated sink with refrigerator behind the driver’s spot comes in handy on warm days.
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HydraSports 38 Speciale

The HydraSports 38 Speciale is the perfect complement to HydraSports Custom’s model lineup, featuring the same Mil-Tough build technique as the classic 53 Sueños. Buyers of the HydraSports 38 Speciale (38’11” LOA, 11’6″ beam) can customize the bow either for fishing or with seating port and starboard. Features include an oversized cockpit with an aft-facing seat behind the captain’s helm that holds a rigging station, two 12-volt refrigerators, tackle drawers, and freshwater sink. Triple Garmin screens, a premium sound system, outriggers, radar, autopilot, and fiberglass T-top with a three-sided, tempered glass windshield comprise standard equipment. The interior of the console is outfitted with a marine head, sink and bunk. A vertical rod holding system inside the machinery room allows access to console switches and electronics. hydrasports.com

Horizon E75

Based on feedback from Horizon yacht owners, the Horizon E75 was designed with a multifunctional and customizable layout to maximize space. The yacht debuting at FLIBS will be the skylounge version but is also available in an open configuration.

The deck features a bar with refrigerator and barbecue grill and an optional Jacuzzi. The forward deck is fitted with sunpads and a dinette for eight guests, while the main deck aft features a dinette and a teak table for eight. The lower deck on the Horizon E75 (75′ LOA, 18’6″ beam) features three staterooms, each with an individual head. The full-beam master suite features a walk-in closet as well as a his-and-hers ensuite with separate shower and tub. horizonyacht.com

Hinckley Talaria 34 Runabout

At the 2015 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, Hinckley promised to introduce a yacht that would herald a new golden age of Hinckley runabouts. The sculpted lines of the Hinckley Talaria 34 Runabout made their debut in the spring in a stunning metallic color set off by signature teak and stainless accents, and nary a boater would accuse the company of overpromising. Inside the Talaria 34R’s sleek lines there’s a racy helm and co-pilot seating, a conversational U-shaped settee and all the amenities for entertaining.

On the dash and at the helm there is room for an oversized display, classic gauges, tilt steering, and side vents for when things really heat up. Don’t miss the beautiful Hinckley Talaria 34 Runabout.

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Formula 430 Super Sport Crossover

The new Formula 430 Super Sport Crossover (43′ LOA, 12′ beam) offers incredible versatility with 40 linear feet of cockpit space and a cabin that includes a convertible dinette/sleeping berth, aft stateroom, full galley, and a stand-up head compartment. A fiberglass hardtop with a motorized glass sunroof protects the cockpit’s triple command seating. The helm features the latest in electronic goodies from Raymarine, Mercury DTS with SmartCraft VesselView, and electronic shift and throttle for the quad Mercury 300 Verado outboard motors.

Buyers can upgrade to quad Mercury 350 Verados. Above deck an outdoor kitchen with a Corian countertop, fiberglass molded sink, a bank of drawers to store utensils, and a stainless-steel Isotherm pullout fridge make entertaining a breeze on the 430 SSC. Don’t miss the Formula 430 Super Sport Crossover at FLIBS.
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Ferretti 850

The Ferretti 850 is one of two model introductions this year by Ferretti Yachts. The yacht’s strikingly bold profile and sharp angles give it a strong and aggressive personality. The main deck enhances the yacht’s dynamic presence thanks to a single-glazed window that cuts across the entire superstructure. The profile is completed by the flybridge with its optional fore-and-aft hardtop over the raised pilothouse. The Ferretti 850 (85’4″ LOA, 20’7″ beam) offers generous space below deck for owners and guests. The airy master stateroom was designed in the style of the main deck salon. The lower deck hosts two spacious VIP cabins, one amidships on the port side and the other forward. A fourth starboard cabin is fitted with twin beds. All the cabins have ensuite heads and separate shower. ferretti-yachts.com