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Mar 27, 2024 | yachtworld.com | Marilyn DeMartini

There was a time when center console boats were know as simple, utilitarian fishing boats ideal for day trips and nearshore angling and not much else. However, over the past decade, that name—and their use—has changed significantly. While traditional fishing boat brands still dominate the center console market, a different breed of boat builders realized that the boat buyer demographics for these boats were changing and they needed to change and evolve as well.

Feb 25, 2024 | yachtworld.com | Emma Coady

If you enjoy flying across the water at thrilling speeds, taking fast turns, and sending giant rooster tails of water in your wake—you’re not alone. For many, high performance boats are the most fun way to experience the water. Often referred to as go-fast boats or speed boats, these vessels embody the pinnacle of marine engineering, offering unparalleled speed, agility, and power on the water.

Feb 11, 2024 | yachtworld.com | Heather Francis

The World’s Largest Sailing Yachts might seem diminutive when compared to the record breaking, largest power yachts in the world. The biggest vessel that can move under sail alone is currently 127M (417 Ft.). Anchor that next to the current largest power yacht, the 184M (603 foot) gigayacht REV, and it might not seem very impressive. But think again because marrying the romance of sailing with the high-tech world of super yacht building is no easy task.

Jan 23, 2024 | yachtworld.com | Ryan McVinney

Boat buyers of the past had it rough. They’d wade through choppy waters of marine lenders who only cared about one thing. Credit score sharks would circle, debt-to-income barracudas would snap, and net worth eels would slither in for the kill. It was like a scene out of “Jaws” except with lenders instead of a giant great white. Thankfully, these days lenders have come to their senses and take all of these factors into account when making loan decisions.

Dec 22, 2023 | yachtworld.com | Emma Coady

Azimut unveils two GRP and carbon fiber yachts in collaboration with interiors by M2 Atelier, an Italian Milanese architecture and design company whose ethos is based on sustainable modernism. Above: The GRANDE 30M cruising the water. Image via: Azimut Yachts. Grande 30M is one of Azimut’s low-emission yachts, which have a reduction of 20-30% of CO2 emissions compared with their predecessors in a similar size achieved through weight reduction, efficient hulls, and innovative propulsion.