See full version: Giant yachts and COVID safeguards: The Fort Lauderdale Boat Show is about to begin
Unlike other big events, the 61st Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show chose not to cancel in hopes it can help reverse some of the devastating economic losses of the pandemic in South Florida’s tourism and hospitality industry. more
One of the biggest events since COVID-19 struck South Florida will begin Wednesday, smaller and more restrained than in past years.
Organizers said the region could not afford to lose an event that generated $740 million in economic impact last year. The Marine Industries Association of South Florida says the industry generates 111,000 middle class jobs in Broward County, 142,000 regionally and $8.9 billion in economic activity for the county.
More than 50 superyachts will help underscore the industry’s message that luxury and recreational boating remains strong in a pandemic-stricken economy. The biggest is expected to be the 164-foot Amarula Sun by Trinity Yachts of Gulfport, Mississippi; the 157-foot Top Five by Christensen; and the 118-foot Arthur’s Way by Millenium Super Yachts. More than 20 of the huge boats will make their public debuts. [links]
Two versions (the Express and the Open) are currently in the works, and both will show off modern finishes and large outdoor spaces. The helm deck will accommodate a large group of guests for alfresco dining or sunbathing, and L-shaped settees in the cockpit will flank a transom door that leads to the swim platform. (The Express model will be outfitted with a sunroof that slides away to provide an open-air experience.)
Being on a 100-foot-plus yacht that reaches a top speed of 30 knots is a highly unusual experience. Add to that the contemporary design and open space of Sanlorenzo’s SL106 and you get a one-of-a-kind ocean runner. The planing yacht, which makes its U.S. debut at FLIBS, offers two MTU diesel power options. The 2,637 hp twins, the larger of the two choices, give SL106 a top-end speed of 30 knots. The 2,434 hp option shaves off four knots, but is still notably faster than most yachts its size. Sanlorenzo’s design team went for an open interior, from stern all the way to the bow, that features a large saloon at the rear and dining room/family lounge in the front of the yacht. The Italian builder’s design team combined wood, marble, linen, and silk with bronzed and polished steel to create a contemporary but quite elegant interior. The SL106 also has opening terraces in both the saloon and owner’s stateroom. Nice touches like transparent side walls on the flybridge and teak handrails on the stern show that Sanlorenzo has thought about every feature on the yacht.
Adagio’s saloon and dining area. Photo: Frankie
The 65-foot power catamaran from Horizon Yachts was created in collaboration with Lavranos Marine, JC Espinosa, Winchester Design Group, the Powercat Company, and Horizon Yachts. Available either as an open flybridge or skylounge, Horizon offers several layout options and custom interiors. Choose either the on-deck master stateroom or the open-plan main deck, with four en-suite cabins, two kings and two queens. The Power Cat PC65 can be used for extended cruising at slow cruise speed or cruising at maximum speeds. You may also choose the yacht three king staterooms and a separate crew cabin, making it eligible to be managed for charter under Horizon’s charter division. All options include luxurious interior finishes and large deck spaces for entertaining. here
Maritimo X60’s beach club. Photo: Courtesy of Maritimo [links]
Sanlorenzo’s new SX88 is called a “crossover” boat because it combines the features of a motor yacht and a much larger explorer yacht. The Italian builder actually raised the new concept to a higher level with clever innovations like a fully open-plan main deck (thanks to the absence of a lower helm station) that stretches the full length of the interior. The design allows the owner to choose between a long, open layout or a forward area with an owner’s stateroom. The SX88 also has an open stern that holds a 15-foot tender and personal watercraft for quick deployment. The area also has a sizable beach club. Sanlorenzo worked with Italian designer Piero Lissoni on the first interior and Officina Italiana Design for the quirky exterior. Lissoni’s interpretation for the interior is another choice for onboard living, offering the ambiance of an open sea loft. The yacht has a semi-displacement hull that reaches 17 knots. Its hybrid diesel-electric powerplant allows an owner to use the lighting, systems management, and other non-propulsion systems for up to eight hours in zero-emissions mode. The SX88 is a breakthrough yacht on many levels. more
For those interested, be sure to check out the boat for yourself at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, taking place at 801 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 from October 28 to November 1, 2020. Nautique Boat’s display will be at the SuperYacht Pavilion booth 709. For more information about the boat or to contact Nautique Boats yourself, be sure to click the button below.
Nautique Boats and Ingenity are giving interested buyers of the new Super Air Nautique GS22E an incredible chance to experience it for themselves. This opportunity will take place at the upcoming Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (October 28 – November 1, 2020). The FLIBS is set to be one of the very few public marine events that will be happening in 2020, so it’s one you don’t want to miss.
For those interested in purchasing the Super Air Nautique GS22E, Ingenity staff will be on hand to show them what the groundbreaking boat has to offer. Along with an in-depth walkthrough, the staff will take interested buyers out to see what makes this boat so incredible. The GS22E’s ability to create a superior wake for wakeboarding, wake surfing, and more is something that needs to be seen. If you are interested in purchasing your very own GS22E and would like to reserve time with the Ingenity staff during the boat show, please click the button above.
As far as the boat itself, it’s a true “first of its kind.” Nautique has partnered with their sister company, Ingenity Electric, to bring the latest in electric propulsion technology to their multi-sport GS22E. The result is an exhilarating experience on the water that just can’t be matched and is 100% emissions-free. By building off of the most popular multi-sport in their lineup, the Super Air Nautique GS22E features the modern lines and style that you’d expect from the famous boatmaker. The secret, however, lies underneath. Powering the GS22E is an electric drive system that provides ample performance for all watersports activities. If you’re looking for the next and most exciting way to kick up some serious wake behind a boat, the Super Air Nautique GS22E has exactly what you need. here
About Nautique Boat Company – Nautique Boat Company, Inc. manufactures the highest quality, most innovative ski and wake-sports boats available worldwide and provides exceptional customer service experiences for 95 years. [links]
Over 30 Italian brands ( yards and accessories producers) will join the event, confirming the value of Made in Italy in the American market.
Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, one among the most important boat shows in the world, will be held in Fort Lauderdale from next November 3th. Seven areas spread on an overall 278,700-square-metre surface will welcome a multitude of boats.
Among them, over 100 boats of over 100 feet, 6 of which are even more than 200 feet long. more
The queen of the show will be Galactica Super Nova which, with her 230 feet ( 70 m) is the biggest boat never built by Heesen Yachts. She’s an aluminium superyacht able to reach a 30-knot-top speed.
As always, we’ll be there to tell you in preview all the news which will be presented at this important show. So, stay tuned to read and see the best of FLIBS (this is the acronym generally used for the event).