Welcome to the Sunshine State, where one of the world's largest in-water boat shows awaits. From October 30 to November 3, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) will feature yachts never before seen in US waters. This year's event has already confirmed a unique sportfisher from an Italian shipyard, several nominees for the World Superyacht Awards, and 'the most compact superyacht on the market.' BOAT International has highlighted a selection...
Builder: Dunya Yachts
Length: 46.7m
King Benji is leading the charge at this year's FLIBS. Designed by Gregory C. Marshall, she emphasizes flexibility and socialization for extended voyages. Highlights include a private owner's cabin, a secret Jacuzzi, an inflatable climbing wall, and an extensive toy collection. She was a nominee at the 2024 World Superyacht Awards and featured on the cover of BOAT International's March 2024 issue.
Builder: Overmarine Group
Length: 44.5m
Half Irish, the third unit in the Mangusta Oceano 44 series, will debut in the US after her delivery in February 2024. This model, a successor to the Mangusta Oceano 43, boasts expansive glass surfaces and sliding doors for an enhanced outdoor connection. Notable features include two infinity pools and exterior design by Alberto Mancini.
Builder: Canados
Length: 43.5m
The Canados Oceanic 143, the flagship of the Italian yard, made her European debut at the 2023 Cannes Yachting Festival. Now, she heads to the US for the first time, showcasing a private owner's deck, an open aft deck, and a full-size Hammam. Arrabito Naval Architects' design won the 2024 BOAT International Design & Innovation Awards.
Builder: Ocean Alexander
Length: 34.6m
Ocean Alexander's 35 Puro series makes its US debut at the Palm Beach International Boat Show. The second unit heads to Fort Lauderdale, featuring design by Giorgio Cassetta and Andrea Agrusta. The series boasts a 'tall and powerful look' with a 11-metre upper deck.
Builder: Moonen Yachts
Length: 33.9m
Moonen Yachts collaborates with René van der Velden and Diana Yacht Design to create the Moonen 110. Mustique, the first unit, features modern interiors by Studio Indigo and a 7.5-metre tender storage.
Builder: Cantiere delle Marche
Length: 32.3m
Uptight, the only Darwin 106 delivered, serves as a mothership for a sportfishing fleet. Her stern platform transforms into a fishing cockpit, and she features a fully-equipped workshop. This year marks her first FLIBS as she is now on the market with Denison Yachting.
Builder: Ocean Alexander
Length: 29m
The 28L, the first unit in the series, aims to deliver the 'signature features' of the 32L and 37L models in a more compact form. It prioritizes large, versatile social spaces designed by Evan K. Marshall.
Builder: Pearl Yachts
Length: 25.3m
The second unit in the Pearl 82 series heads to the US after its sistership's premiere at the 2024 Cannes Yachting Festival. This model offers a unique configuration and is described as 'the most compact superyacht on the market.'
Builder: Viking
Length: 25.3m
The first unit in the Viking 82 series debuts at Fort Lauderdale. The sportfisher offers three bridge configurations and features an Advanced Viking Propulsion System for a top speed of 42 knots.
