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Taking place from 17 to 25 January, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/306" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Boot Düsseldorf - 2026">boot Düsseldorf</a> offers visitors the perfect mix of high-caliber trade fair and hands-on experiences across 16 exhibition halls. This year saw over 50,000 interested visitors on the first two days of the show, with plenty of events to see.&nbsp;With so much going on, SuperYacht Times takes a look at some of the announcements, unveilings and debuts that took place at this year’s show.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383266/image/large-ad8ae8c581e4e1df0e94320d256c5e8b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383266"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65191" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First 40m Sunseeker 134 yacht to begin construction in March 2026 (2026-01-20 11:30:00 +0100)">First 40m Sunseeker 134 yacht to begin construction in March 2026</a>During a press conference at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/306" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Boot Düsseldorf - 2026">boot Düsseldorf</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a> announced that the keel of its first 40.45-metre Sunseeker 134 yacht will be laid in March 2026. First announced during <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/269" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cannes Yachting Festival - 2025">Cannes Yachting Festival 2025</a>, two hulls have currently been sold. You can <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65191" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="First 40m Sunseeker 134 yacht to begin construction in March 2026 (2026-01-20 11:30:00 +0100)">find out more here</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/381036/image/large-b1fabb51df872dff80c0958eaddd7ba1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/381036"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65162" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bluegame unveils flagship BGX83 yacht at boot Düsseldorf 2026 (2026-01-18 15:00:00 +0100)">Bluegame unveils flagship BGX83 yacht at boot Düsseldorf 2026</a>On Saturday 17 January, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5648" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bluegame (Company)">Bluegame</a> unveiled its new 25.3-metre flagship <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16767" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bluegame BGX83/0125.3m (83'0&quot;)Bluegame 2026">BGX83</a> yacht. Presented on the opening day of the show, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16767" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bluegame BGX83/0125.3m (83'0&quot;)Bluegame 2026">BGX83</a> completes the BGX crossover range and represents the largest model in the series to date. SuperYacht Times took an exclusive look onboard, you can <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65162" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bluegame unveils flagship BGX83 yacht at boot Düsseldorf 2026 (2026-01-18 15:00:00 +0100)">see all the images here</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/381148/image/large-884124c0940ec4f845100bdac3bfe15c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/381148"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Onboard the first 25m Azimut Fly 82 motor yacht (2026-01-15 09:30:00 +0100)">German debut of the Azimut Fly 82</a>The first 24.79-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/16746" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut 82 Fly/1124.79m (81'4&quot;)Azimut Yachts2025">Azimut Fly 82</a> motor yacht made her German debut at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/306" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Boot Düsseldorf - 2026">boot Düsseldorf</a>, giving visitors the opportunity to take a look onboard. The model includes the Deck2Deck™ Terrace, which has been integrated for the first time into the Fly Series after its success as part of the Grande Series, extending her cockpit by over a metre. You can take a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65153" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Onboard the first 25m Azimut Fly 82 motor yacht (2026-01-15 09:30:00 +0100)">closer look at her here</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383815/image/large-3987ae0465b34cf2c48042614b4568bb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383815">Nautor Swan unveils its 2026 programme and celebrates its 60th anniversaryScheduled from 14 to 19 September, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/313" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nautor Swan (Company)">Nautor Swan</a> highlighted its Rolex Swan Cup in Porto Cervo, organised with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2826" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (Company)">Yacht Club Costa Smeralda</a>, with registrations are now open. They also announced that the launch of the Swan 80 will take place in 2026, as well as the unveiling of the Swan 73, and the Swan Alloy 44, the brand’s first aluminium supermaxi.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383816/image/large-b59e96e89d5897715dca8f67f79c1b24.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383816">Pearl Yachts unveils the new Pearl 73 yachtEvolving from the award-winning Pearl 72, the Pearl 73 yacht was unveiled with an engaging video presented by Marketing Manager Corrado Del Fanti and Managing Director Ian Smallridge of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2882" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pearl Yachts (Company)">Pearl Yachts</a>. Measuring 21.99-metres, she features naval architecture by Bill Dixon of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/223" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Dixon Yacht Design (Company)">Dixon Yacht Design</a>, with interior design from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1278" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kelly Hoppen Interiors (Company)">Kelly Hoppen</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383814/image/large-721c3fdfe48d3c4cd7df5edc380c3517.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383814">Ferretti Group premieres the Ferretti Yachts 720The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/361" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ferretti Yachts (Company)">Ferretti Yachts</a> 720 yacht made her world debut, marking the first model in the flybridge range to be built at the Group’s newest yard in Ravenna yard. Developed jointly with architect <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5547" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Filippo Salvetti (Company)">Filippo Salvetti</a> for the exterior design and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5853" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ideaeITALIA (Company)">ideaeITALIA</a> for the interiors, she is designed to enhance the pleasure of the “Just Like Home” experience at sea.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383812/image/large-7d4a487aae3535594f5f3e88cfc44145.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383812">Sirena 60 yacht makes her German debutDeveloped as a replacement for its popular predecessor, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sirena Yachts (Company)">Sirena</a> 58, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4910" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sirena Yachts (Company)">Sirena</a> 60 offers a range of improvements: these include a redesigned flybridge, larger exterior spaces both forward and aft and an increase in interior volume.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383817/image/large-412a8d5692afe64679f9b7962570fe37.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383817">Astondoa unveils the Astondoa 577 Coupe<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/412" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astondoa S.A. (Astilleros) (Company)">Astondoa</a> pulled back the covers to unveil the Astondoa 577 Coupe at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/306" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Boot Düsseldorf - 2026">boot Düsseldorf</a>. Presented by Ione Astondoa, the 15.52-metre yacht is positioned between their best-selling 377 Coupe and the exclusive limited edition 677 Coupe.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383813/image/large-a8f3df431c0c298279ea8443892eb59f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383813">New Galeon 560 Fly interior design on display<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5318" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Galeon Yachts (Company)">Galeon Yachts</a> had five models on display during <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/306" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Boot Düsseldorf - 2026">boot Düsseldorf</a>, including the new interiors of the Galeon 560 Fly. The Ocean version of the Mediterranean style, combines balanced layouts, functionality and a calm, contemporary atmosphere.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383808/image/large-fddcc1be48a608bd90a45eb70640f74e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383808">Marco Polo Adventure Yachts debuts all-weather outboard yachtsMarco Polo Adventure Yachts debuts its new MP10 and MP12 yachts. The all-weather outboard yachts combine technical robustness with refined Italian style and are available in open and cruiser versions for global markets.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383810/image/large-e1190b059569130de635930cbb5920ce.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383810">Custom-built Grand Banks 54 EU Edition debut<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5309" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Grand Banks Yachts (Company)">Grand Banks Yachts</a> offered visitors the opportunity to view their new custom-built Grand Banks 54 yacht, which combines elegance with efficiency. Developed jointly by the shipyard and the GB EU Team, this model is designed specifically for Mediterranean and Northern European waters.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383811/image/large-10743f91bffa8b68d8aeaa57cd7ed94a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383811">Pardo 43 makes her German debut<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5808" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pardo Yachts (Company)">Pardo Yachts</a> unveiled the Pardo 43 yacht, as she made her German debut at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/306" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Boot Düsseldorf - 2026">boot Düsseldorf</a>. Featuring a reverse bow, sleek hull, and the brand’s signature walk-around layout, the new Pardo 43 combines Italian elegance with functional design.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383807/image/large-a5815daa04367e9f8cc5c4aa412456b2.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383807">Greenline 42 yacht makes her world premiere Following her project reveal at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/269" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cannes Yachting Festival - 2025">Cannes Yachting Festival</a>, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Greenline Yachts (Company)">Greenline</a> 42 yacht made her world debut at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/306" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Boot Düsseldorf - 2026">boot Düsseldorf 2026</a>. Combining higher performance, innovative solar technology, and unprecedented customisation, the 13.5-metre yacht boasts more solar than ever before!<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383809/image/large-200ad1bccaffa042d80f1dfbaa9d05f1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383809">Santasevera 42 model makes its world debut Italian builder Santasevera premiered its latest model, the Santasevera 42 designed by Francesco Guida, founder of the brand.&nbsp;

boot Düsseldorf 2026: Everything you might have missed

SuperYacht Times takes a look at some of the announcements, unveilings and debuts that took place at this year’s show.

Everything you might have missed at boot Düsseldorf 2026

Over the past decade and a half, hybrid propulsion has come on leaps and bounds. Perhaps surprisingly, in our increasingly environmentally attuned society, combining diesel engines with electric motors and battery banks was considered a radical idea as little as 15 years ago.&nbsp;Fast forward to 2025, and hybrid technology powering yachts has matured significantly. Here, we speak to Vladimir Zinchenko, CEO of Slovenia-based <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Greenline Yachts (Company)">Greenline Yachts</a> and its recently-launched brand, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7872" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="GX Superyachts (Company)">GX Superyachts</a> (unveiled at the 2024 Monaco Yacht Show) and discover more about the latest advances in hybrid propulsion, harnessing AI to further environmental aims, and avoiding the dreaded ‘greenwashing’ in yachting.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/359419/image/large-4026da05596dd2eb7f8c7af8838338aa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/359419">How has hybrid propulsion advanced since the inception of&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Greenline Yachts (Company)">Greenline Yachts</a>&nbsp;16 years ago?Sixteen years ago, we pioneered hybrid propulsion in the leisure boating segment by introducing our <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Greenline Yachts (Company)">Greenline</a> 33. Since then, systems have become more compact, efficient and easier to operate. Battery capacity has increased, charging times have decreased, and energy management is smarter and more automated. Today’s systems offer seamless transitions between power sources and allow for longer zero-emission cruising, redefining the onboard experience.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/359424/image/large-bc0c0462423b0546fc7169fd51a49c08.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/359424">Are hybrid systems still more sustainable than conventional diesel engines, factoring in the manufacturing footprint of batteries?When considering the full lifecycle, hybrid and electric propulsion systems can be significantly more sustainable than conventional diesel engines. While battery production does have an environmental footprint, the reduced emissions and fuel consumption during the yacht’s operational life often outweigh it, especially when solar panels or shore power from renewable sources are used.&nbsp;Advances in battery chemistry, such as lithium iron phosphate (LFP) and solid-state developments on the horizon, have increased safety, longevity, and recyclability. Smart battery management systems now also reduce degradation and extend usable life.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Greenline Yachts (Company)"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329925/image/large-8dc7d907fd9eac0055bce16a1a2f3659.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329925">Greenline Yachts</a>&nbsp;introduced the 6G hybrid system in 2023. What is this in a nutshell?The 6G Hybrid System is <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Greenline Yachts (Company)">Greenline</a>’s sixth-generation propulsion solution, representing a major leap forward in reliability, flexibility, and user-friendliness. In a nutshell, it allows for seamless switching between electric and diesel-powered cruising. The system features a fully integrated energy management interface that automates optimal energy use.&nbsp;Compared to earlier systems, 6G is more efficient, quieter, and easier to maintain. Clients benefit from silent operation in electric mode, drastically reduced fuel consumption, and the ability to anchor for 48 hours without a generator running. While the initial investment is higher than conventional propulsion, lower running costs and longer maintenance intervals balance it out over time.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/359423/image/large-2020c706a6068ba6e3fe05ca97e1a9c7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/359423"> How can the different engine modes be used in&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7872" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="GX Superyachts (Company)">GX Superyacht</a>&nbsp;models?Our first 42-metre GX42 RPH superyacht is currently under construction. When it’s delivered, the owner will be able to enjoy unmatched flexibility at sea, thanks to the yacht’s eight advanced engine modes:<ul><li>Diesel-Electric Navigation Mode for smooth cruising to maximise range using diesel and electric engines simultaneously.&nbsp;</li><li>Economy Navigation Mode for optimised fuel efficiency on longer passages</li><li>Full-Diesel Traditional Propulsion when maximum power is needed over greater distances.</li><li>Hotel-Load Zero Emissions Mode for silent anchoring or marina stays using only battery power.</li><li>Navigation Zero Emissions Mode for quiet, eco-conscious cruising powered solely by the battery and electric engine.</li><li>Power Booster Navigation Mode for an extra surge of performance when conditions call for it</li><li>Navigation Fast-Charge Mode to quickly replenish the battery while underway</li><li>Generator Fast-Charge Mode for rapid charging when at anchor or docked</li></ul><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329926/image/large-b822ed7a8eb92a8bf33bc65cd82fbbf9.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329926">How else are your models optimised for environmentally friendly and efficient yachting? Both the GX42 and GX34 are built from the ground up to optimise hybrid propulsion. These models feature hulls designed for low resistance and optimal performance at displacement speeds. They also have large battery banks integrated with solar arrays to enable extended off-grid autonomy, flexible interiors to accommodate energy-efficient appliances and smart lighting systems. Finally, high-performance air conditioning, energy-saving glass, and cooled solar panels contribute to overall onboard efficiency.The GX42 and the GX34 offer up to 100 nautical miles of electric cruising at five knots, perfect for day trips without burning a drop of fuel. Each GX model emphasises modularity and sustainable material options, selected for each client's need without compromising on quality. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/357568/image/large-742777cf083ed3dd614af5151e510094.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/357568">Is the future of yacht propulsion electric, hybrid, solar, wind, nuclear, hydrogen, or a combination?The future will be a combination, with hybrid-electric as the backbone and the front runner, as it offers the most flexibility. Pure electric will dominate for smaller yachts and short-range cruising, while hydrogen and synthetic fuels may power larger vessels where battery limitations persist. Solar will remain essential for supplementary energy, and wind-assisted propulsion could return in modern form. The key will be integrating multiple sources with smart energy systems that adapt dynamically to conditions and usage.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/359426/image/large-8094f2f61dc71afc5aafe771dda56449.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/359426">If yachts move towards full electrification, how do you mitigate the environmental implications of battery manufacturing and charging from potentially dirty energy grids?Mitigation starts with efficiency and lifespan. We design systems to maximise battery use while minimising capacity waste. Partnering with battery suppliers who follow responsible mining and recycling practices is critical. Onboard solar reduces dependency on the grid, and we advocate for marinas to source renewable energy and provide clean shore power. Over time, grid decarbonisation and second-life battery programs will further improve the equation.How could AI and smart systems be used to optimise energy consumption, monitor environmental performance, and predict maintenance needs?AI and smart systems are game changers. They can optimise propulsion by learning cruising habits and suggesting efficient modes and predict maintenance by monitoring engine health, battery cycles, and system usage. They could also reduce waste by automatically managing HVAC, lighting, and power systems based on occupancy. In the near future, yachts will become self-optimising platforms – learning from their owners and environment to reduce their footprint in real time.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/359425/image/large-4abc03d207d4300db78643f5c7bce67a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/359425">What else does ‘responsible yachting’ mean to you? How is GX&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7872" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="GX Superyachts (Company)">Superyachts</a>&nbsp;putting this into practice, and what more should the industry be doing so it’s not falling into the trap of ‘greenwashing’? To us, responsible yachting goes beyond propulsion – it includes how yachts are built, used, and maintained. We use responsibly sourced materials, prioritise systems that reduce waste and emissions, and encourage our clients to cruise consciously. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7872" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="GX Superyachts (Company)">GX Superyachts</a> emphasises transparency over trends, we avoid greenwashing by showing measurable improvements in fuel savings, emissions, and energy usage. As an industry, we must commit to lifecycle thinking, not just marketing claims.

GX Superyachts on hybrid propulsion 

Here, we speak to Vladimir Zinchenko, CEO of Slovenia-based Greenline Yachts on hybrid propulsion.

Ask the Experts: GX Superyachts on hybrid propulsion 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> has announced that Luca Raumland has been appointed as the new Director of Sales &amp; Marketing.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/355443/image/large-a2f534ce6ef754e97db8cefe52811fcf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/355443">Luca Raumland will collaborate with Michael Breman to facilitate a seamless transition and maintain the company’s high standards in client relations. He will also lead the marketing department, focusing on strategic growth and innovation.&nbsp;“We are thrilled to welcome Luca to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> family. His expertise and energy will be of great value as we continue to deliver exceptional yachts and experiences to our clients worldwide,” added Michael Breman, the long-standing Sales Director at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>.Commenting on this development, Peter Lürssen stated: “At <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>, we take succession seriously. We have to make sure the future of the company is in good hands – and that means starting early enough to set up the right team. Together with Luca and Tim Hamilton, we are building the next generation of sales force that combines deep industry knowledge with fresh ideas.”With nearly two decades of international experience in the yachting industry, Raumland, the former Chief Commercial Officer at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Greenline Yachts (Company)">Greenline Yachts</a>, played a pivotal role in the brand's expansion and co-founded <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7872" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="GX Superyachts (Company)">GX Superyachts</a>.&nbsp;Expressing his excitement about his new role, Raumland said: “It is an honour to become part of such an iconic brand, I look forward to learning from legends like Michael Breman and working hand-in-hand with the new generation to shape the future of the brand.”

Luca Raumland joins Lürssen as Director Sales & Marketing

Lürssen has announced that Luca Raumland has been appointed as the new Director of Sales & Marketing.

Luca Raumland appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Lürssen

A new yacht brand called GX Superyachts has been unveiled at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/224" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Monaco Yacht Show - 2024">Monaco Yacht Show</a> in Port Hercule. With a range of aluminium yachts spanning from 24-metres to 56-metres in length, the brand’s first 42-metre model, the GX42 RPH, is currently in-build. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329927/image/large-156a8d236f953dbd5298652e1af5cc01.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329927">GX Superyachts is described as “the brainchild of the team behind <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Greenline Yachts (Company)">Greenline Yachts</a>”, a brand that has already been producing yachts under 58-feet for over 15 years.&nbsp;The team harnessed that same experience to provide pioneering hybrid propulsion, a smart hull design, and solar charging for this new range. GX Superyachts is equally committed to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Greenline Yachts (Company)">Greeline</a>’s ethos of responsible yachting, and will strive for eco-friendly yachting through <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Greenline Yachts (Company)">Greenline</a>’s unique serial hybrid drive and powerful solar arrays that comprise part of the yacht’s structure. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329928/image/large-67a2f74c94e373c85173ecc433f06600.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329928">“Our journey started with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Greenline Yachts (Company)">Greenline Yachts</a>, where we pioneered the world’s first serial production hybrid yacht over 10-metres back in 2008,” commented yard owner Vladimir Zinchenko. “With more than 1,000 yachts delivered globally, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Greenline Yachts (Company)">Greenline</a> has been at the forefront of innovation in the boating industry. Throughout that time, we have tried to further our vision of responsible yachting - from sourcing raw materials right through to the operation of the yacht itself.”Andrea Armas has been appointed by GX Superyachts as consultant to the Board of Directors. Armas stated, "I am backing GX Superyachts because I admire their ambition and vision. My goal is to help the team translate their decade-long experience in hybrid recreational boat building into the highly regulated superyacht sector." <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329925/image/large-8dc7d907fd9eac0055bce16a1a2f3659.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329925">The goal to expand upon <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Greenline Yachts (Company)">Greenline</a>’s commercial and environmental success in the industry first came about during the Monaco Yacht Show 2018, when <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Greenline Yachts (Company)">Greenline</a>’s all-electric 9.99m yacht received attention from His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco, who requested an escort to the Monaco Yacht Club in the boat.&nbsp;“Each yacht in our GX Superyacht range is equipped with our innovative hybrid propulsion system, allowing for both efficient electric cruising and powerful diesel performance when needed,” explained Chief Commercial Officer, Luca Raumland. “At 6 knots in electric mode, these yachts can achieve an incredible range of up to 100 nautical miles. In diesel mode, they can cross the Atlantic at 12 knots, while the max range is 11571 nautical miles at six knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329924/image/large-951b4eb280110b5c5249acfd2c95f7ba.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329924">In addition, the GX range strives to have 40 percent fear carbon emissions than that of a conventional yacht. Similarly to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Greenline Yachts (Company)">Greenline Yachts</a>, GX Superyachts are developed to bear an intricate solar array as well a large lithium battery bank, which pair together to allow the yacht to lie silently at anchor for upwards of 48 hours. Throughout this time, full hotel systems including aircon run off the batteries without the need to fire up a generator. Consequently, the vessel is free of noise, vibration or smell from combustion.Construction of the first 42-metre GX42 is underway, as the keel laying ceremony took place on 1 June 2024, and more than 50 percent of her hull has already been welded. The yacht is due to be delivered to her owner in 2026. GX signed with custom specialist <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1556" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SES Yachts (Company)">SES Yachts</a> of Tuzla, Turkey, in order to build their aluminium yachts. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329919/image/large-24a838b9c891ba017c93fbfcb44104d7.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329919">"There’s no better time to launch this project than now, as we mark the 50th anniversary of our activity,” said Elif Yıldırım, Managing Partner of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1556" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SES Yachts (Company)">SES.</a> “We embrace custom and semi-custom projects, and the new GX Superyachts range plays perfectly to the skills we have in house. What’s more, we understand and share the principles behind the brand, being a family-owned business ourselves and just as concerned about sustainability. Collaboration on the first model has been very smooth, and we are looking forward to building more yachts with GX.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329921/image/large-1a01923c335e286ab94157426e3c48af.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329921">The sleek exterior design of the GX range was imagined by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4335" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marco Casali Too Design (Company)">Marco Casali</a>, who marries a practical low-profile superstructure with generous interior volumes.Two variants of each model are on offer, with the Coupé version displaying a long, curved superstructure roofed with gleaming solar panels, which slide apart at the touch of a button to expose a huge hidden sun deck containing a Jacuzzi and bar. Meanwhile, the RPH version is defined by a large flybridge with a notably contemporary aesthetic, as well as a volume of 353 GT. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329923/image/large-a2223a5ceca86196c7fbaf1cedcaca82.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329923">Casali was also enlisted to create the interiors, which boast a “natural, harmonious progression” all the way from the main saloon to the flybridge, according to the brand.The yacht’s bathrooms are decked out in Antonio Lupi porcelainware and Dornbracht faucets, while her loose furniture hails from Poltrona Frau and Rugiano, and Foglizzo leathers and natural wood flooring by Cadorin are present throughout. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329922/image/large-144198ea8d2564205ac82c684cfe74aa.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329922">“Our studio has long worked with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7839" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Greenline Yachts (Company)">Greenline Yachts</a>, so we understood exactly what the new GX Superyachts brief required,” stated Marco Casali, founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4335" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Marco Casali Too Design (Company)">Too Design</a>. “I am proud of the way we have reinterpreted the timeless looks of the smaller yachts to give soul and purpose to the lines of the new superyachts. And it is a real pleasure to be responsible for both the exterior and the interior, which results in a really harmonious finish. The challenge around sustainability is particularly close to my heart.”When it comes to the technical blueprint, Francesco Rogantin of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2051" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="NAMES by Francesco Rogantin (Company)">NAMES</a> has penned an underwater long, slim hull that optimises both stability and speed potential. This means the GX superyacht delivers efficiency between her maximum speeds and cruising speeds. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/329928/image/large-67a2f74c94e373c85173ecc433f06600.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/329928">“It felt like a very natural partnership with GX Superyachts, who knew exactly what they wanted: a hyper-efficient and stable displacement hull,” concluded Rogantin. “The challenge was to analyse the different operational scenarios and ensure that the hull and appendages performed to their best for each one. We deployed a powerful suite of tools to achieve this.”GX Superyachts also announced a new line of yachts to join the GX42 RPH, including the GX34 Coupe, the GX34 RPH, the GX42 Coupe and the GX56 Coupe, which boasts an impressive 499 GT of interior volume.

New GX Superyachts brand presented at Monaco Yacht Show 

A new yacht brand called GX Superyachts has been unveiled at the Monaco Yacht Show in Port Hercule. 