Which was the most luxurious superyacht to debut at Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in the US?
At the largest boat show in the US, seven technologically advanced vessels that still maintain an air of luxury were unveiled
Over the course of five days, an estimated 110,000 attendees flocked to South Florida where 1,500 boats were on display, more than 100,000 glasses of beer were consumed and US$508 million changed hands in the name of yachting.
Now in its 60th year, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show – also known as FLIBS – has established itself as the biggest in-water boat show in the world. With credentials like that, it’s no wonder several boats made their world debut at the show, which took place from October 30 through November 3.
The seven yachts that were unveiled for the very first time at the boat show emphasised the direction the yachting industry is taking: increasingly technologically advanced vessels that still maintain an air of luxury. Some were designed with jet propulsion mechanisms while others were designed to function in all climates – but all were created with grandeur in mind.
Here are the yachts that celebrated their world debuts at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, listed by size in ascending order.
7. The PB70
Length: 70 feet
Yard: Palm Beach Motor Yachts
The PB70 is a vessel that was built just up the coast from the boat show in Palm Beach. It was designed with comfortable speed in mind, capable of reaching a cruising speed of 32 knots. The bow was built to slice through water rather than bounce atop it, promising a smooth ride with minimal wake.
6. The 84R Open
