Yachts

- The Hiswa te Water at Bataviahaven in Lelystad is showcasing over 425 boats, expects 30,000 visitors and is promoting sustainable water sports with its ‘Green Route’.  
- Key new sailing boat launches: world premiere of the Hanse 461, Enksail Halcyon 50, Hallberg-Rassy 370 and the updated Neptun 220 DC.  
- The 2026 show will run from 2–6 September, daily from 10 am to 6 pm, with online advance ticket sales, access by car, train and boat, as well as car parks near the venue.

Hiswa te Water 2026: The grand stage right by the water’s edge

- The Y6 is YYachts’ new entry-level model, just under 20 metres long, with a lightweight carbon-epoxy sandwich construction for good light-wind performance.  
- Concealed line routing, a self-tacking jib, a furling boom and electric winches make it possible to sail the boat solo or with a small crew.  
- The interior offers four design schemes and a flexible layout with 3–4 cabins, as well as options such as a work area, lounge or crew cabin in the foredeck.

Y6: The new luxury cruiser from Greifswald in front of the camera

- The Oyster 825 ‘Viva La Vida’ collided with a reef/rock during Hamilton Island Race Week, took on water and capsized keel-up; ten people were unharmed.  
- Photographs show the loss of the lower ballast section; the upper keel stub is still attached to the hull; the cause of the flooding remains unclear until the vessel is salvaged.  
- A comparison with the sinking of the “Polina Star III” in 2015 reveals a different pattern of damage; so far, there is no documented technical link between the two instances of keel loss.

​Oyster 825 ‘Viva La Vida’: Capsized following severe damage to the keel

- The MAIB identifies potential stability issues with the ‘Bayesian’ as a risk in strong winds; Italian investigators are also examining possible errors on the part of the crew.  
- Criminal proceedings and technical investigations in Italy, as well as the MAIB’s analysis, will not have been concluded by 2026; the cause of the sinking remains unknown.  
- Italian Sea Group is undergoing judicial restructuring proceedings and is seeking €456 million in civil damages from the owner and crew; the other party has filed counterclaims.

The Bayesian collapse: Two years on – shipyard in insolvency, unanswered questions

- YYachts is celebrating its tenth anniversary and 50 deliveries; the company specialises in lightweight carbon-fibre superyachts in the premium segment, up to over 90 feet.  
- The shipyard focuses on bespoke, one-off vessels featuring a streamlined, robust technical design and modern interior architecture by international design studios.  
- To mark the anniversary, Gregor Bredenbeck is taking over as Global Sales Director, overseeing sales, brokerage and charter operations with a view to expanding growth and market presence.

TV tip: NDR feature on YYachts

- The 43-metre yacht ‘Canova’ combines high-speed Baltic carbon construction with a comfort-oriented blue-water cruising layout.  
- A lateral DSS foil significantly reduces heel and pitching, increases speed by up to 4–5 knots and complements the deep lift keel.  
- A hybrid propulsion system featuring an electric motor, energy recovery and Cummins generators, combined with weight-optimised composite technology, enables a high level of autonomy for round-the-world voyages.

Baltic 142 ‘Canova’: Gliding through the blue with minimal heel thanks to its foils

Superyachts

- The 20er dinghy cruiser ‘Lumme’ is a laminated, custom-fitted wooden boat with a raised hull, reinforced underwater section and a ballast centreboard.  
- Four berths, a separate toilet compartment with a pump-flush toilet, a galley unit and ample storage space make the “Lumme” a comfortable family cruising boat.  
- The Rekowski family use the trailerable boat for flexible summer cruises in a variety of sailing areas, from Müritz to the Schären, and otherwise store it in indoor storage facilities.

‘Lumme’: A 20er dinghy cruiser for families, cruising and trailer transport

- Sascha Hahnen is fitting his Bavaria 26 “Bubu 3” with a lightweight carbon-fibre swim platform, which extends the stern and increases the waterline.
- A bow sprit, optimised several times using materials on board, improves gennaker performance, though it remains a compromise; version five is already in the pipeline.
- Below deck, a reinforced structure replaces the fixed mast support, supplemented by a mobile hydraulic support; the boat remains an ongoing refit project.

“Bubu 3”: Bavaria 26 radically refitted – swimming platform, bowsprit, new interior

- The J/7 is a consistently minimalist 7-metre day sailer with a large cockpit, minimal technical features, no centreboard and hardly any stowage space, designed purely for sailing enjoyment.  
- In our test, it sailed with agility and stability, reached 6 knots at 40° to the wind, is suitable for single-handed sailing and can be manoeuvred well and in a controlled manner using just the mainsail.  
- With a standard draught of 1.16 m, 46 per cent ballast ratio, GRP sandwich construction and a price starting at around €55,000, it is fairly priced for this design.

J/7 in the YACHT test: A simple daysailer offering plenty of sailing fun

Small cruiser

- Bright, spacious interior with a fixed basic layout, classic fit-out, a variety of wood finishes and a functional galley by the companionway  
- Ample storage space: large storage locker serving as a drying room, sail storage in the forepeak, and numerous cupboards in the owner’s cabin, aft cabin, saloon and wet room
- Clearly arranged on-board systems with a lithium battery, charging system and factory-fitted diesel heating for the entire interior

Linjett 36: The versatile Nordic boat in our test video, Part 2: What it’s like living on board.

- The 2026 Cannes Yachting Festival will showcase over 700 sailing and motor boats ranging from 5 to over 50 metres in length, as well as offerings from over 600 exhibitors.
- At Port Canto, the focus is on sailing yachts: cruising yachts, performance cruisers, luxury catamarans and several world premieres from major brands.
- The show takes place from 8 to 13 September 2026; day tickets cost 40 euros, and children under 10 get in free; the shuttle service is free of charge.

Cannes Yachting Festival: The latest releases in the large luxury yacht segment

- The Solaris 44 is undergoing a comprehensive revamp: new deck, cockpit, fittings and interior, whilst the hull and basic design remain unchanged.  
- A more open stern, shortened side decks with steps, a new deck layout and helm seats are intended to improve access and freedom of movement.  
- Below deck, a fixed 3-cabin layout with 2 bathrooms, separate shower cubicles, more leather, additional hull windows and the removal of the traditional chart table.

Solaris 44: A fresh new lease of life for a real eye-catcher

Cruising yachts

- The 2024 Cannes Yachting Festival at Port Canto and the Vieux Port will showcase over 700 boats, including many new monohull yachts and blue-water cruisers.  
- Numerous new launches, such as the Amel 50.2, Beneteau First 60, Hanse 461 and other models, cover a range from cruising and performance yachts to explorer yachts.  
- The show runs from 8–13 September 2024; a day ticket costs 40 euros, with free entry for children under 10; free water shuttles and buses connect the two harbours.

Cannes Yachting Festival 2026: The latest developments in monohull yachts

- The Linjett 36 combines greater volume and comfort with docile, controllable sailing characteristics, even in strong winds and gusts  
- The yacht impresses with high speed under gennaker, strong upwind performance, tight tacking angles and stable handling in choppy seas  
- A lightweight foam sandwich hull, robust keel construction and a cockpit designed for single-handed or very small-crew operation characterise the design concept

Linjett 36: The sporty Swedish yacht put through its paces – the test video

- Falcon 22 Racing: a 6.56-metre keel dinghy with a fixed ballast keel, buoyancy chambers and a large cockpit, built by Neptun Yachten in Germany.  
- Combines stability and safety with a sporty sail plan and a large gennaker; in tests, it achieved speeds of around seven to just under nine knots running before the wind.  
- Suitable for beginners, sailing schools, cruising and experienced sailors; a detailed test video and report are available on YACHT-TV and in *YACHT* magazine.

Falcon 22 Racing: Sail safely, glide fast: Video of the Falcon 22 Racing being put through its paces

- Multi-sport board with 400 l buoyancy for sailing, windsurfing, SUP and stand-up sailing, designed for 1–2 people weighing up to 155 kg.  
- Comfortable EVA deck, three-layer PE hull, various conversion kits; suitable for inland and coastal waters, but only to a limited extent as a dinghy.  
- Prices: Board from approx. €4,625, optional windsurfing and SUP packages, extensive range of accessories and spare parts ex-works Leeuwarden.

Maverick: dinghy, SUP, surfboard, stand-up sailboard – all from a single base

Tenders: 3D Tender Reef Carbon – an ultra-light carbon dinghy suitable for sailing

Dinghies

- The 2024 Cannes Yachting Festival at Port Canto will host the world’s largest in-water exhibition of sailing boats, with a focus on multihull yachts.  
- Numerous catamaran premieres from Aquila, Fountaine Pajot, Lagoon, Leopard, Outremer, Simbad and Windelo will cover everything from the comfort to the performance segments.  
- Over 700 boats, more than 600 exhibitors and around 55,000 visitors are expected; day tickets cost 40 euros, and children under 10 get in for free.

Cannes Yachting Festival 2026: The latest developments in multihull boats

- The Aventura 43 adopts the design of the 45, is slightly shorter, considerably slimmer and designed for on-deck comfort with a flybridge and forward cockpit.  
- Below deck, a choice of three- or four-cabin layouts, with all cabins featuring en-suite bathrooms; saloon with a forward seating area and a galley at the stern.  
- Sporty rig with a square-headed mainsail and overlapping genoa; a choice of diesel, electric and hybrid propulsion systems; considerably more affordable than the Aventura 45.

Aventura 43: Compact in size, packed with substance

- Five large series-produced multihull boats offer different focuses in terms of layout, comfort, fit-out options and sailing characteristics.  
- The Bali 5.2, Lagoon 51, Aura 51 and Leopard 52 are designed for versatile residential and charter use, some featuring electric propulsion, a flybridge and up to six cabins.  
- The Neel 52, a trimaran with a loft-style saloon, flexible use of the side hulls and sustainable construction, rounds off the range of large cruising yachts.

50-foot cruising catamarans: these five models showcase the trends in this class

Catamarans | Trimarans

- YACHT 17/2026, featuring: Boris Herrmann’s new IMOCA ‘Malizia 4’, a report on East Greenland and 200 years of Cowes Week.
- Tests and boating topics: Stem 50, Fisher motor-sailer meet-up, Grand Soleil Plus 80 LC, and new models from NYX Yachts and Oyster.
- Practical advice and round-up: a guide to lithium batteries, seven special Baltic Sea destinations, news on the ‘Gorch Fock’, regatta racing and the latest in equipment.

YACHT 17/2026: Malizia 4, Greenland and Cowes Week

- Mills 62: an 18.90-metre carbon-fibre yacht with a tilting keel, three cabins and two wet rooms, designed for regattas and long-distance cruising, due for completion in 2026  
- High-tech construction using pre-preg carbon fibre, Nomex sandwich panels, load-bearing interior, twin rudders, retractable propulsion system, ISAF Category 1-compliant  
- Cariboni keel tilts up to 45 degrees, separate hydraulic circuits for the keel (350 bar) and rig (700 bar), Hall-Spars carbon rig, launch of the first yacht later this year

A stunning one-off: Fibre Mechanics builds the Mills 62 Canting Keel

- “DMG Mori” features a radical hull geometry with a bustle for earlier foiling, smoother wave riding and more controllable handling
- Compared with the “Malizia 4”, a voluminous, strikingly shaped design contrasts with a narrower, lighter and more versatile design
- Precision titanium components for the keel and rudder are manufactured at DMG Mori’s German facilities; the boat serves as a technology demonstrator for the industry

“DMG Mori”: A radical boat as a counterpoint to Boris Herrmann’s “Malizia 4”

Regatta yachts

- The ‘Albert-class’ yacht by Abeking & Rasmussen was based on a 7-metre R-yacht from 1907 and was long regarded as a successful cruising and pleasure craft.
- Built from oak, pitch pine, white pine and mahogany, with a lead keel and copper plating; later fitted with a 5–6 PS 2-cylinder engine, capable of speeds of around 9 km/h.
- More recent examples feature a full rig instead of gaff sails; although measured unfavourably as a 7-metre boat according to the Rasmussen formula, they are competitive in terms of sailing performance.

100 years ago: YACHT 5/1926 – ‘Albert’ class cruising yacht

- The wooden yacht ‘Pavane’, designed by Olin Stephens and built in 1965, was thoroughly restored by boatbuilder Kyrell Becker over a period of three years.  
- Among other things, Becker replaced the stern, frames, bonded joints, engine and electrical system, whilst consistently preserving the yacht’s original racing character.  
- Plans are in place for a more modern 9/10 rig with a taller carbon mast and a new set of sails to significantly boost performance in light and moderate winds.

‘Pavane’: How a young boatbuilder saved a classic

- ‘Germania III’ won Olympic bronze in the 8mR class off Kiel in 1936 and, following restoration work, still competes successfully in regattas today.
- Following the war and a change of ownership, the yacht underwent extensive restoration from 1990 onwards, with ballast and interior fittings removed and the boat thoroughly optimised for regatta performance.
- Thanks to rig modifications, weight reduction and conversion to the 8mR formula, “Germania III” achieved World Championship successes in 1998, 2018, 2022 and 2025, amongst others.

“Germania III”: This Olympic yacht is still sailing 90 years after winning bronze

Classics

- Öppet Varv 2026 will take place from 21 to 23 August at the Hallberg-Rassy Marina in Ellös; admission is free, with a view of the shipyard’s ongoing production.
- The focus will be on numerous Hallberg-Rassy yachts, including the world premiere of the 44 Mk II, as well as models from Arcona, Linjett, Dehler, X-Yachts and others.
- In addition, pre-owned boats from various brokers will be on display, along with a wide range of yacht equipment from brands such as Garmin, Raymarine, Torqeedo and Starlink.

Trade fair: Öppet Varv 2026 – a world premiere and 20 new sailing yachts in Ellös

- Fountaine Pajot ordnet vor dem 50-jährigen Jubiläum seine Führung neu; CEO Nicolas Gardies geht 2027 in den Ruhestand.  
- Stéven Guedeu wird Deputy CEO für Vertrieb und Marketing, das Führungsgremium wächst auf acht Mitglieder mit klaren Zuständigkeiten.  
- Die Gruppe investiert weiter in Produktentwicklung, Innovation und alternative Antriebe, bei 136,3 Mio. Euro Umsatz im Halbjahr 2025/26.

Fountaine Pajot: Werftengruppe mit neuer Führungsspitze

- Waldbrand zerstört zwei von drei Catana-Produktionshallen in Canet-en-Roussillon; rund 3.000 Menschen in der Region werden evakuiert.
- Betroffen ist die Fertigung der Bali 5.8 und des Catana OC50; Formen im dritten Gebäude blieben erhalten, andere Werke sollen Folgen begrenzen.
- Der Brand trifft das nautische Cluster der Region; wirtschaftliche Langzeitfolgen für Werften und Zulieferer sind derzeit noch nicht absehbar.

Catana Gruppe: Brand wütet in Werft in Canet-en-Roussillon

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Yachts: Everything about new and used sailing yachts & dinghies

Hiswa te Water 2026
The grand stage right by the water’s edge

Y6
The new luxury cruiser from Greifswald in front of the camera

Oyster 825 ‘Viva La Vida’
Capsized following severe damage to the keel

Superyachts

The Bayesian collapse
Two years on – shipyard in insolvency, unanswered questions

TV tip
NDR feature on YYachts

Baltic 142 ‘Canova’
Gliding through the blue with minimal heel thanks to its foils

Small cruiser

‘Lumme’
A 20er dinghy cruiser for families, cruising and trailer transport

“Bubu 3”
Bavaria 26 radically refitted – swimming platform, bowsprit, new interior

J/7 in the YACHT test
A simple daysailer offering plenty of sailing fun

Cruising yachts

Linjett 36
The versatile Nordic boat in our test video, Part 2: What it’s like living on board.

Cannes Yachting Festival
The latest releases in the large luxury yacht segment

Solaris 44
A fresh new lease of life for a real eye-catcher

Cannes Yachting Festival 2026
The latest developments in monohull yachts

Linjett 36
The sporty Swedish yacht put through its paces – the test video

Dinghies

Falcon 22 Racing
Sail safely, glide fast: Video of the Falcon 22 Racing being put through its paces

Maverick
Dinghy, SUP, surfboard, stand-up sailboard – all from a single base

Tenders
3D Tender Reef Carbon – an ultra-light carbon dinghy suitable for sailing

Catamarans | Trimarans

Cannes Yachting Festival 2026
The latest developments in multihull boats

Aventura 43
Compact in size, packed with substance

50-foot cruising catamarans
These five models showcase the trends in this class

Regatta yachts

YACHT 17/2026
Malizia 4, Greenland and Cowes Week

A stunning one-off
Fibre Mechanics builds the Mills 62 Canting Keel

“DMG Mori”
A radical boat as a counterpoint to Boris Herrmann’s “Malizia 4”

Classics

100 years ago
YACHT 5/1926 – ‘Albert’ class cruising yacht

‘Pavane’
How a young boatbuilder saved a classic

“Germania III”
This Olympic yacht is still sailing 90 years after winning bronze

Shipyards

Trade fair
Öppet Varv 2026 – a world premiere and 20 new sailing yachts in Ellös

Fountaine Pajot
Werftengruppe mit neuer Führungsspitze

Catana Gruppe
Brand wütet in Werft in Canet-en-Roussillon

Yachts: Everything about new and used sailing yachts & dinghies

Hiswa te Water 2026The grand stage right by the water’s edge

Y6The new luxury cruiser from Greifswald in front of the camera

​Oyster 825 ‘Viva La Vida’Capsized following severe damage to the keel

Superyachts

The Bayesian collapseTwo years on – shipyard in insolvency, unanswered questions

TV tipNDR feature on YYachts

Baltic 142 ‘Canova’Gliding through the blue with minimal heel thanks to its foils

Small cruiser

‘Lumme’A 20er dinghy cruiser for families, cruising and trailer transport

“Bubu 3”Bavaria 26 radically refitted – swimming platform, bowsprit, new interior

J/7 in the YACHT testA simple daysailer offering plenty of sailing fun

Cruising yachts

Linjett 36The versatile Nordic boat in our test video, Part 2: What it’s like living on board.

Cannes Yachting FestivalThe latest releases in the large luxury yacht segment

Solaris 44A fresh new lease of life for a real eye-catcher

Cannes Yachting Festival 2026The latest developments in monohull yachts

Linjett 36The sporty Swedish yacht put through its paces – the test video

Dinghies

Falcon 22 RacingSail safely, glide fast: Video of the Falcon 22 Racing being put through its paces

MaverickDinghy, SUP, surfboard, stand-up sailboard – all from a single base

Tenders3D Tender Reef Carbon – an ultra-light carbon dinghy suitable for sailing

Catamarans | Trimarans

Cannes Yachting Festival 2026The latest developments in multihull boats

Aventura 43Compact in size, packed with substance

50-foot cruising catamaransThese five models showcase the trends in this class

Regatta yachts

YACHT 17/2026Malizia 4, Greenland and Cowes Week

A stunning one-offFibre Mechanics builds the Mills 62 Canting Keel

“DMG Mori”A radical boat as a counterpoint to Boris Herrmann’s “Malizia 4”

Classics

100 years agoYACHT 5/1926 – ‘Albert’ class cruising yacht

‘Pavane’How a young boatbuilder saved a classic

“Germania III”This Olympic yacht is still sailing 90 years after winning bronze

Shipyards

Trade fairÖppet Varv 2026 – a world premiere and 20 new sailing yachts in Ellös

Fountaine PajotWerftengruppe mit neuer Führungsspitze

Catana GruppeBrand wütet in Werft in Canet-en-Roussillon

Hiswa te Water 2026
The grand stage right by the water’s edge

Y6
The new luxury cruiser from Greifswald in front of the camera

Oyster 825 ‘Viva La Vida’
Capsized following severe damage to the keel

The Bayesian collapse
Two years on – shipyard in insolvency, unanswered questions

TV tip
NDR feature on YYachts

Baltic 142 ‘Canova’
Gliding through the blue with minimal heel thanks to its foils

‘Lumme’
A 20er dinghy cruiser for families, cruising and trailer transport

“Bubu 3”
Bavaria 26 radically refitted – swimming platform, bowsprit, new interior

J/7 in the YACHT test
A simple daysailer offering plenty of sailing fun

Linjett 36
The versatile Nordic boat in our test video, Part 2: What it’s like living on board.

Cannes Yachting Festival
The latest releases in the large luxury yacht segment

Solaris 44
A fresh new lease of life for a real eye-catcher

Cannes Yachting Festival 2026
The latest developments in monohull yachts

Linjett 36
The sporty Swedish yacht put through its paces – the test video

Falcon 22 Racing
Sail safely, glide fast: Video of the Falcon 22 Racing being put through its paces

Maverick
Dinghy, SUP, surfboard, stand-up sailboard – all from a single base

Tenders
3D Tender Reef Carbon – an ultra-light carbon dinghy suitable for sailing

Cannes Yachting Festival 2026
The latest developments in multihull boats

Aventura 43
Compact in size, packed with substance

50-foot cruising catamarans
These five models showcase the trends in this class

YACHT 17/2026
Malizia 4, Greenland and Cowes Week

A stunning one-off
Fibre Mechanics builds the Mills 62 Canting Keel

“DMG Mori”
A radical boat as a counterpoint to Boris Herrmann’s “Malizia 4”

100 years ago
YACHT 5/1926 – ‘Albert’ class cruising yacht

‘Pavane’
How a young boatbuilder saved a classic

“Germania III”
This Olympic yacht is still sailing 90 years after winning bronze

Trade fair
Öppet Varv 2026 – a world premiere and 20 new sailing yachts in Ellös

Fountaine Pajot
Werftengruppe mit neuer Führungsspitze

Catana Gruppe
Brand wütet in Werft in Canet-en-Roussillon