Join BOAT International, the global authority in superyachting, for rolling coverage straight from the Palm Beach International Boat Show 2026 (PBIBS) – running from 25-29 March. Our live blog brings you the latest superyacht news, from headline yacht launches and new yacht interiors to business updates and brand-new models announced on Flagler Drive in downtown West Palm Beach. Expect multimedia reporting from the heart of the boat show, with videos on our LinkedIn and Instagram, as well as podcasts and in-depth features on the most exciting yachts in attendance.
Tureddi Yachts announces sale of first full custom TD27
Italian builder Tureddi Yachts has announced the sale of its first custom TD27 at the Palm Beach International Boat Show. The sale was completed with a client represented by Richard Cottrell of Global Yacht Sales.
SF Group unveils landmark superyacht marina project in Panama
Swedish marina specialist SF Group has announced a new marina development in Panama called Port Amador, marking a significant expansion into the Central American market.
Positioned at the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal, Port Amador is set to transform the Amador Causeway into a major new hub for superyacht activity in the Eastern Pacific. The marina will feature more than 350 deep-water berths for yachts over 120 metres, supported by SF Marina’s floating dock systems - technology widely used in high-profile superyacht destinations worldwide.
Swisship, Pascoli International and Carla Guilhem Design collaborate on 96m wellness-focused superyacht concept
Design studios Swisship, Pascoli International and Carla Guilhem Design have presented a new 96-metre superyacht concept known as WOW.
Short for "Wellness on Water", the design is centred around wellbeing at sea. As such, guests can explore an extensive array of advanced wellness-focused amenities, including a hyperbaric oxygen therapy, a cryotherapy chamber and infrared sauna suites, alongside Himalayan salt rooms and meditation and mindfulness pods.
Beyond physical wellbeing, WOW also sees a new generation of "AI-driven living".
Ocean Alexander wraps up day three with a glittering runway show
Ocean Alexander closed out day three of the Palm Beach International Boat Show in spectacular fashion, hosting a dazzling runway show against the backdrop of their Puro series. Showcasing designs by Palm Beach fashion designer Milly Park, 12 models took to the dockwalk dressed in 24 sequin-clad outfits before an audience watching from the surrounding yachts.
The party comes as the Fort Lauderdale-based yard has announced two new yacht models to complete the Puro series, The 30P and 40P models, set to debut at FLIBS 2026, will now join the line's existing 35P model.
Fraser presents new 35m Fountaine Pajot Yachts catamaran model
Brokerage firm Fraser has presented a new 35-metre motor yacht catamaran model developed and designed by French shipyard Fountaine Pajot Yachts, known as FPY120.
Fraser, who is responsible for the shipyard's global sales, revealed the new design to the American market for the first time in Palm Beach, showcasing Fountaine Pajot Yachts' commitment to developing a brand dedicated to large yachts. The news comes after the French shipyard launched Fountaine Pajot Yachts in Monaco last year.
The FPY120 is characterised by a fluid onboard layout, introducing a new range within the French brand with an architecture organised across three levels. The yacht will also be highly personalised and offer configurations tailored to owner requirements.
Abeking & Rasmussen unveils new 70m yacht concept in collaboration with Reymond Langton Design
German shipyard Abeking & Rasmussen (A&R) has presented a new 72-metre superyacht concept known as Aruby, developed in partnership with British studio Reymond Langton Design.
Björn Benecke, Till von Krause, Pascale Reymond and Andrew Langton at the press conference
According to the builder, the concept was born from "decades of client feedback and battle-tested engineering" and is now ready to build. "Aruby is our answer to the modern owner’s desire for quality without the typical development lead times," explained Till von Krause, sales director at A&R.
The concept also stands out for its introduction of a "New Luxury" layout approach, which favours a lifestyle centred on autonomy and discretion.
Miami-based Manari Yachts unveils debut Manari 52 model
Miami-based newcomer Manari Yachts has revealed its debut model, the Manari 52, at the Palm Beach International Boat Show 2026.
Heralded as one of the fastest 16-metre yachts equipped with Volvo IPS drives, the model positions itself as a serious contender in the Mediterranean dayboat segment. According to the shipyard, the 16.4-metre yacht can achieve speeds of up to 47 knots, placing it firmly at the high-performance end of the category.
The Manari 52 marks the first in a planned four-model range spanning 12.8 to 34.1 metres. It combines a low-profile superstructure with a fuel-efficient hull by Mulder Design alongside a layout that "prioritises seamless indoor-outdoor living". Notable features include a sizeable swim platform, a champagne bar and cushions and textiles by Loro Piana.
Manari Yachts was founded in September 2025 by CEO and ex-broker Albert Franko in collaboration with London-based design studio Red Yacht Design. Headquartered in Miami Beach, the brand aims to inspire “a new generation of yacht lovers”, describing its approach as focused on delivering “unforgettable” time on the water. Franko describes the 52 as a "greatest hits" of all his former clients' most favourite features.
Bilgin Yachts announces sale of flagship 82m new build superyacht
Turkish yard Bilgin Yachts has announced the sale of its new flagship: an 82-metre superyacht known as Project Bond. The news was announced at a press conference in the presence of the yacht's owner, John Staluppi.
From left to right: Jonny Horsfield, Berkay Yılmaz, Jeanette and John Staluppi and Emrecan Özgün
An experienced owner, Staluppi has owned and commissioned 18 yachts throughout his life, each one named after James Bond films, including the Amels Casino Royale, the Tankoa Casino Royale, Octopussy and Moonraker - to name but a few. Project Bond will become the largest yacht Staluppi has ever owned.
Project Bond has been designed as an evolution of the yard's 80-metre 263 platform, with yachts including Tatiana, Leona and Al Reem. The same design team, Emrecan Özgün of Unique Yacht Design and Jonny Horsfield of H2 Yacht Design, will return for the new flagship. The sale was overseen by Berkay Yılmaz, commercial director of Bilgin Yachts, Simon Graham, sales broker at FGI Yacht Group and yachting advisor Peter Thompson.
Benetti spotlights B.Neos model to American market
Italian shipyard Benetti has chosen this year's PBIBS for the American market debut of its hybrid B.Neos 40M model.
The new design was first unveiled at the Cannes Yachting Festival in September last year and has since gained momentum for its design and build approach inspired by "the proportions and silence of sailing yachts". Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design and FM Architettura were chosen by the shipyard for the exterior and interior of the 40.6-metre yacht (respectively).
"There is nothing better than sailing; the freedom is something really amazing," said Francesca Muzio of FM Architettura at the press conference today, later sharing more about the model's "sea atrium” design aft of the main deck. "We envision a completely open space that, of course, can be framed by sliding doors, but the idea is to use this space to its fullness and give the freedom to the owner to personalise," Muzio explained.
The shipyard also shone a light on its current order book at the conference, which, in the steel segment above 499GT, exceeds 21,000GT, with deliveries scheduled over the next three years. Recent new builds Liv Love and Mine Games are currently on display with the yard at the show.
Mangusta unveils new GranSport 50 yacht model
On day two of PBIBS, Italian shipyard Mangusta Yachts, a brand of Overmarine Group, unveiled a new 50-metre addition to its GranSport superyacht series.
Long-standing Mangusta collaborator Alberto Mancini is behind the design of the new GranSport 50 model, with the designer revealing at the press conference that he aimed to "elevate the lifestyle onboard while maintaining the DNA of the brand".
Highlights of the model include a bow lounge with a seamless indoor-outdoor flow, frameless glass on the sundeck and a 46-square-metre beach club platform.
Inside, the galley has been moved below deck to accommodate a large master cabin, which now sits forward on the main deck, and a forward upper saloon space (which can also be a VIP cabin if desired) replaces where one would expect a wheelhouse, benefitting from extensive glazing.
The first hull will be delivered in June 2029.
Second Numarine 40MXP debuts at the Palm Beach International Boat Show
Turkish builder Nurmarine has revealed its second 40-metre 40MXP superyacht, Mitan, at the Palm Beach International Boat Show. Featuring naval architecture by Umberto Tagliavini and exterior styling by Can Yalman, the ‘MXP’ - short for “Mediterranean Explorer” - highlights the yacht’s focus on sociable, open-air living.
Credit: Kerem Sanliman
Professional tennis player Carlos Alcaraz places order for 27m Sunreef catamaran
Kickstarting the news announcements on day one of PBIBS, Polish yard Sunreef Yachts has revealed that the multiple Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz has placed an order for a new build catamaran.
Alcaraz's choice of new build is the 26.7-metre Ultima 88 - one of the latest additions to the yard's portfolio. Onboard highlights include a stern "Ocean Lounge", accommodation for 10 guests in five cabins and an expansive flybridge penned for relaxation and al fresco dining.
The new build will be fully customised and marks the tennis player's entry into the world of yachting.
Amor à Vida debuts at PBIBS 2026
Credit: || GIORGIO BARONI
CRN’s 67.5-metre Amor à Vida makes her US show debut next week. Designed for family adventures and informal waterside living, she combines understated luxury, expansive decks, a beach-club spa and gym and CRN’s first hybrid propulsion system.
Get the full inside look at her design, interiors and innovative features in our yacht report.
📊 More debuts and 70m+ superyachts confirmed for PBIBS 2026
With just one week to go until the Palm Beach International Boat Show 2026, BOATPro data confirms 192 yachts of 24 metres and above are now attending, edging close to last year’s record of 202.
PBIBS continues to stand out for its collection of larger vessels, spilling over into the neighbouring Safe Harbor Rybovich Superyacht Marina. This year, five yachts over 70 metres are confirmed – up from three in 2025 – including:
- Rocinante (78.2m, Lürssen) – the largest yacht at PBIBS 2026, listed with Charlie Birkett and Ben Ritchie of Y.CO.
- Boardwalk V (76.5m, Feadship) – recently announced with a €16M price reduction.
- Kenshō (75.1m, Admiral) – award-winning design making her US show debut.
Attendance by size segment:
- 24–29m: 64
- 30–39m: 81
- 40–49m: 28
- 50–69m: 14
- 70m+: 5
Must-see charter yachts at the Palm Beach International Boat Show 2026
From newly-delivered Ad Astra and recently refitted catamaran Hemisphere, to charter classics such as Vision and Mystique and the impressive 56-metre sailing yacht Zenji , BOAT rounds up the standout yachts for charter at this year’s Palm Beach show…
👉 Catch the whole line-up here.
Zenji
Palm Beach International Boat Show 2026: Insider tips and must-see highlights
For those attending the Palm Beach International Boat Show this year, BOAT has gathered some key insider tips and things to see and do from PBIBS veterans on what to see, do and prioritise to make the most of the event.
Their advice: plan a handful of must-see yacht visits in advance, give yourself a few days to explore and leave room for the spontaneous dockside conversations where the most interesting opportunities often arise.
👉 Read our indispensable guide here.
More than 10 yachts set to debut at this year's edition
Amongst the attending superyachts at Palm Beach this year, exclusive data from BOATPro reveals that 11 yachts will be making their show debut – either globally or in the US. BOAT rounds up those premiering in the Sunshine State this month.
- Admiral's 75.1-metre motor yacht Kenshō will make her first-ever appearance at a US boat show since her 2022 delivery, having recently joined the brokerage market.
- Following her delivery last year, the 67.6-metre CRN motor yacht Amor à Vida will be making her US debut.
- The first Flexplorer 146 from Cantiere delle Marche, the 44.3-metre Maverick, will be showcased in America for the first time, having recently travelled to Arctic regions with her owner.
- Ximena, Alia Yachts' custom 43-metre RPH new build, will be on display for the very first time globally. The yard recently revealed her latest pictures.
Van der Valk's One
- Westport Yachts' 41-metre 135 RPH will be making her world debut as the first unit from the series - fresh from the sheds after her launch in January.
- The latest from Benetti's Oasis 40M series, Liv Love, will be on display for the first time as a highly-customised example of the 40.8-metre model.
- Numarine will exhibit the 39.4-metre Mitan – the second unit from the Turkish yard's 40MXP line – to the world for the first time.
- The 38-metre Resonance was launched last year by Turkish yard Hargrave Superyachts Division. She will be making her American debut.
- Moonen Yachts' 37.4-metre superyacht Ad Astra will make her debut as the latest from the 122 Martinique line.
- The eighth Mulder ThirtySix unit Castlefinn is set to visit the US boat show for the first time following her launch and sale last year.
- Van Der Valk's custom 34.1-metre One will be exhibited for the very first time since her launch in 2024.
Shipyards tease new announcements with two weeks to go
With just over two weeks to go until day one of the show, attending shipyards and exhibitors have begun teasing their new unveilings and business updates, with all to be revealed across the five days. Take a look at the news hinted so far...
- Turkish shipyard Bilgin Yachts has announced that it will reveal its largest project to date.
- Polish yard Sunreef Yachts will introduce a new brand ambassador and shine a spotlight on their chosen model.
- New Miami-based brand Manari Yachts is set to make its debut, showcasing its very first yacht, the Manari 52.
❗️€16M price drop announced on one of the largest superyachts on display at PBIBS
Gary Wright and Max Bulley of Y.CO have announced a major €16,000,000 price reduction on the 76.5-metre motor yacht Boardwalk V, currently the second-largest yacht on display at PBIBS 2026.
Boardwalk V joined the market for the first time in September last year, ahead of her attendance at the Monaco Yacht Show the same month.
She was commissioned by American businessman and hospitality magnate Tilman Fertitta, also an experienced and serial yacht owner, who worked closely with interior designer Amy Halffman to to bring his vision to life. Dutch shipyard Feadship were the builders behind the project, which features exteriors penned by its very own Studio De Voogt and naval architecture by Feadship De Voogt Naval Architects.
A long list of custom features on board includes a 2.7-metre by six-metre pool, a bespoke wine cellar and six feature bars where guests can sample one of Boardwalk V's 120-odd bottles.
🚨 Breaking: Kenshō joins exhibiting yachts at PBIBS
In breaking news, the 75.1-metre Admiral motor yacht Kenshō has joined the brokerage market with Christie Yachts for the very first time since delivery.
At the same time as her new listing, the brokerage firm also announced that the dazzling metallic blue-green superyacht would also be attending the Palm Beach International Boat Show 2026.
Read More/75m Admiral motor yacht Kenshō makes global market debutDelivered in 2022 by the brand of The Italian Sea Group, Kenshō quickly rose to the spotlight, winning Motor Yacht of the Year and Best Interior Design (1,500GT+) at the 2023 World Superyacht Awards. Behind the eye-catching build was Azure Yacht Design and Naval Architecture and archineers.berlin, while interiors by Jouin Manku complete her contemporary package.
Kenshō now joins the PBIBS 2026 line-up as the third-largest attendee.
New additions to the PBIBS 2026 line-up
The Palm Beach International Boat Show 2026 continues to grow, with BOATPro now amounting 119 yachts of 24-metres-plus confirmed. The latest entrants include:
- Vision (60m, Benetti): recognised for her smart blue steel hull with richly detailed, high-gloss interiors.
- Alfa G (60m, Oceanco): famed for her transformative 2024 refit, which earned her a World Superyacht Award in the Refitted Yachts (500GT and above) category.
- Impromptu (50m, Trinity Yachts): added to the line-up following a recent price reduction.
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Largest yachts attending PBIBS 2026 unveiled
The first list of yachts attending the Palm Beach International Boat Show – returning 25-29 March – has been released on the official PBIBS website. BOAT dives into the details of the largest attendees, starting with an Espen Øino-designed Lürssen....
👉 See the current list of the largest yachts attending
CRN's new Amor à Vida is also on the line-up to attend PBIBS this year
Credit: Maurizio Paradisi
BOAT will continue to update the largest yachts attending weekly ahead of the show. For daily updates, discover the full list of attending superyachts on BOATPro.