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Palm Beach Motor Yachts

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts</a> has announced the rechristening of the 30.48-metre supermaxi <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach XI30.48m (100'0&quot;)McConaghy Boats2005">Palm Beach XI</a> yacht following a five-month refit. Founder and CEO Mark Richards and his team marked the milestone in Sydney, Australia, at the historic Woolwich Dock where her new name and ownership were celebrated. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/381109/image/large-e2734e77410b2b88bee7686606e373d3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/381109">Formerly known as Wild Oats XI, the supermaxi was acquired by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts</a> earlier this year. Mark brings a personal connection to the yacht, having skippered her alongside the Oatley family for more than two decades. The christening was carried out by venerable Australian yachtsman, longtime friend, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yacht</a> owner Colin O’Neil.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/377822/image/large-c2f2c3bd3cb8a034aff41f32ec8de5c4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/377822">Originally launched 20 years ago by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="McConaghy Boats (Company)">McConaghy Boats</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach XI30.48m (100'0&quot;)McConaghy Boats2005">Palm Beach XI</a>&nbsp;is now set to return to the world stage of ocean racing, beginning with the 80th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race on 26 December.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64740" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts to upgrade 30m Palm Beach XI yacht following acquisition (2025-11-11 11:45:00 +0100)"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/381106/image/large-2933c0d0fcf5e2225341e6ddc96e1403.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/381106"></a>"It’s a full-circle moment,” said Mark. “I’m deeply grateful to the Oatley family for their amazing support and friendship over the past 26 years. Twenty years ago, we made Wild Oats XI a benchmark in global ocean racing. To now carry that legacy forward as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach XI30.48m (100'0&quot;)McConaghy Boats2005">Palm Beach XI</a> – under new ownership and as a global brand ambassador for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts</a> – is both an honor and a responsibility I’m proud to lead.”Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64740" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts to upgrade 30m Palm Beach XI yacht following acquisition (2025-11-11 11:45:00 +0100)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts to upgrade 30m Palm Beach XI yacht following acquisition</a>The upgraded appendage package represents the most significant transformation in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach XI30.48m (100'0&quot;)McConaghy Boats2005">Palm Beach XI</a>’s two-decade career. Key enhancements include a new, deeper keel fin and bulb designed to reduce drag and maximise righting moment, advanced upwind daggerboards that deliver sharper pointing ability while minimising drag and leeway, and radical C-foils engineered to optimise lift, reduce resistance, and enhance righting moment when reaching and sailing downwind.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/381107/image/large-e6647feab7584c93cba37d9b3c8a8c68.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/381107">Speaking on the refit, Mark attributed its success to the efforts of his team: “You can only take on a project like this with an experienced and trusted team. Many of our team members have worked on this yacht on and off for the past 20 years. The last couple of months they worked around the clock to make this dream a reality, it was great to see their passion and enthusiasm for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach XI30.48m (100'0&quot;)McConaghy Boats2005">Palm Beach XI</a>.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/377821/image/large-280315a76a909789236b7719758c7aa4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/377821">As she nears race readiness, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach XI30.48m (100'0&quot;)McConaghy Boats2005">Palm Beach XI</a> is set to take her place among 133 international entries, the second-largest fleet this century, competing against five other elite 100-foot supermaxis for line honours over the 628-nautical-mile course.“Collectively, these innovations are designed not only to return <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach XI30.48m (100'0&quot;)McConaghy Boats2005">Palm Beach XI</a> to the front of the Rolex Sydney Hobart fleet, but also to serve as a living technology platform where insights will inform the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts</a>’ luxury motor yacht range,” concluded <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts</a>.

Palm Beach xi yacht christened 

The 30.48-metre supermaxi Palm Beach XI nears completion of a five-month refit.

30m Palm Beach XI sailing yacht rechristened following 5-month refit 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts</a> has unveiled new details on the plans to upgrade the 30.48-metre supermaxi yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach XI30.48m (100'0&quot;)McConaghy Boats2005">Palm Beach XI</a>, formerly known as Wild Oats XI, as she prepares for a two-year global racing campaign. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/377826/image/large-30154a41f9fa7a50701dce05a0934271.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/377826">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="McConaghy Boats (Company)">McConaghy Boats</a> yacht was recently acquired by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts</a>, with plans to modify and relaunch her in December 2025, in time for the 80th edition of the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race.Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/64614" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts acquires 30m McConaghy ocean racer Wild Oats XI, renamed Palm Beach XI (2025-10-27 12:45:00 +0100)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts acquires 30m McConaghy ocean racer Wild Oats XI, renamed Palm Beach XI</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/377821/image/large-280315a76a909789236b7719758c7aa4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/377821">The project is being overseen by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts</a> Founder and CEO Mark Richards, in collaboration with Juan Kouyoumdjian of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4665" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Juan Kouyoumdjian (Company)">Juan K Naval Architects</a>, composite specialists <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="McConaghy Boats (Company)">McConaghy Boats</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/758" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="North Sails (Company)">North Sails</a>, as well as yacht manager Paul Magee and the sailing and shore crew.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/377829/image/large-e9e8d7bfc58a972f0b375a57e7536bf5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/377829">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach XI30.48m (100'0&quot;)McConaghy Boats2005">Palm Beach XI</a> is the ultimate team effort; we have worked collaboratively to bring this vision to life in a very short time frame,” explained Mark Richards, who has skippered the race yacht for the last 20 years.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/377824/image/large-d73dfdfa26035a50aadb092c44e881e4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/377824">“This project embodies everything <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts</a> stands for our relentless passion for innovation, powered by a team culture that thrives on discipline, precision and shared purpose,”The modifications are aimed at enhancing <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach XI30.48m (100'0&quot;)McConaghy Boats2005">Palm Beach XI</a>’s performance for the upcoming competition, with the most significant changes involving a new appendage package. She will receive a deeper keel fin and bulb, designed to reduce drag and increase righting moment, as well as advanced upwind daggerboards intended to improve pointing ability and reduce leeway and C-foils engineered to optimise lift and enhance righting moment on reaching and downwind angles.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/377823/image/large-6ae51e331c06bca81270910465321809.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/377823">Every lesson we learn here flows directly into our motor yacht range, ensuring our owners benefit from technology proven at the cutting edge of the sport and our industry,” added Mark Richards.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach XI30.48m (100'0&quot;)McConaghy Boats2005">Palm Beach XI</a> is expected to relaunch in December for the 80th Rolex Sydney Hobart Race, initiating a two-year global racing campaign. The upgrades are also described as a testing platform, with technology potentially informing the company’s motor yacht range.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/377822/image/large-c2f2c3bd3cb8a034aff41f32ec8de5c4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/377822">

Palm Beach XI: Palm Beach Motor Yachts to upgrade 30m yacht

Palm Beach Motor Yachts has unveiled new details on the plans to upgrade the 30m supermaxi yacht Palm Beach XI, following their recent acquisition.

Palm Beach Motor Yachts to upgrade 30m Palm Beach XI yacht following acquisition

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts</a> has acquired the 30.48-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="McConaghy Boats (Company)">McConaghy Boats</a> ocean-racing yacht Wild Oats XI, and renamed her <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach XI30.48m (100'0&quot;)McConaghy Boats2005">Palm Beach XI</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/58887/image/large-284ad5991ef1d219242e0bdd12f75b90.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/58887">The iconic Supermaxi, known for her nine <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race - 2022">Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race</a> line honors victories and multiple overall wins, will now serve as a live testing platform for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach</a>’s ongoing research into hydrodynamics, composite engineering and advanced yacht design.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts</a> Founder and CEO Mark Richards, who also skippered Wild Oats XI with the Oatley family for over two decades, announced that the yacht will undergo major upgrades, including a new, deeper keel fin and bulb, advanced upwind daggerboards and radical C-foils designed to improve lift, efficiency, and righting moment.The acquisition of Wild Oats XI underscores <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts</a>’ commitment to pushing the boundaries of performance and craftsmanship. Much like Formula 1 in the automotive world, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach XI30.48m (100'0&quot;)McConaghy Boats2005">Palm Beach XI</a> will act as a high-performance R&amp;D platform, informing future yacht design and technology for the brand. The announcement coincides with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts</a>’ 30th anniversary. Founded by Mark Richards in 1995, the company has grown to employ over 1,200 people globally and remains a leader in advanced composite boatbuilding.&nbsp;“Owning and racing <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach XI30.48m (100'0&quot;)McConaghy Boats2005">Palm Beach XI</a> is also an amazing marketing opportunity to elevate and strengthen <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts</a>’ global presence,” explained Richards. He added that this acquisition will amplify the company’s competitive position, and “reinforce the brand’s reputation for engineering and performance leadership.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8146" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach XI30.48m (100'0&quot;)McConaghy Boats2005">Palm Beach XI</a> will return to competition at the 80th <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race - 2022">Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race</a> on December 26, 2025, marking the start of a new chapter for both the yacht and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts</a>.

McConaghy ocean racer Wild Oats XI acquired by Palm Beach Motor 

Palm Beach Motor Yachts has acquired the 30.48-metre McConaghy Boats ocean-racing yacht Wild Oats XI.


Palm Beach Motor Yachts acquires 30m McConaghy ocean racer Wild Oats XI, renamed Palm Beach XI

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts</a> has offered a first look on the 27.6-metre Palm Beach 85 (PB85) <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13944" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Falcon27.6m (90'7&quot;)Palm Beach Motor Yachts2025">Falcon</a>. She will have her world debut at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/273" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show - 2025">Fort Lauderdale Boat Show 2025.</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/374018/image/large-769cb8f8d8a4bbf895074d1bc235d20f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/374018"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13944" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Falcon27.6m (90'7&quot;)Palm Beach Motor Yachts2025">Falcon</a>, while significantly larger, retains the DNA that defines <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts</a>. She has a GRP hull and superstructure, with exterior and naval architecture penned by her builder. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/373844/image/large-fda2b5c7ba33c72041b91756cced9af6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/373844"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/374025/image/large-6c963115dc7eb2555750e49610683165.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/374025">“The PB85 marks an exciting chapter for Palm Beach,” commented Mark Richards, Founder, CEO, and Chief Designer. “It proves that even as we build larger yachts, we’ll never compromise on the principles that define us: strength, efficiency, and elegance. Those same principles have delivered our team’s nine Sydney Hobart wins and continue to drive every yacht we design.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/373837/image/large-7e9a8bc2eae7d42f9720532392c24296.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/373837"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/373843/image/large-4843729fc2da7b2919e2557ff06d7dbb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/373843"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13944" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Falcon27.6m (90'7&quot;)Palm Beach Motor Yachts2025">Falcon</a> features a range of customisable configurations designed for extended cruising and social entertainment. Seamless indoor-outdoor transitions, expansive living areas and open-plan layouts reflect the modern lifestyle of owners living at sea. Multiple stateroom arrangements, handcrafted finishes and contemporary materials can be tailored to each yacht.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/373834/image/large-1853fa0f9aca6ca13aad57bdce510621.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/373834"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/373835/image/large-3a49e72707a3d877fb82916c041f69ba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/373835">Her interior is characterised by rich, warm wood panelling and floor throughout. Located aft, her main saloon features a large, comfortable L-shaped white sofa and a matching accent chair.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/374017/image/large-094f3e0cf0b996d2dda635459fa02ef1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/374017">Moving outside, the aft deck is a prominent outdoor space, featuring a large U-shaped lounge area surrounding a wood table, making it an ideal spot for alfresco dining and socialising. A teak swim platform is located at the stern.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/373859/image/large-adb9900999df5ff87146de821461939c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/373859">Equipped with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach</a>’s proprietary V-Warp® Technology, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13944" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Falcon27.6m (90'7&quot;)Palm Beach Motor Yachts2025">Falcon</a> delivers fast speed, fuel efficiency and ocean-going comfort. Her lightweight construction and optimised hull design enable high performance and long-range capability while maintaining stability and quiet operation. She has a cruising speed of 23 knots and a top speed of 26 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/373856/image/large-d8d44598533496fffca764ddbc923cbf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/373856">

Onboard Palm Beach Motor Yachts Falcon

Palm Beach Motor Yachts has offered a first look on the 27.6-metre PB85 Falcon. 

Onboard the first 28m Palm Beach PB85 yacht Falcon

fort lauderdale boat show 2025 list of yachts

Superyacht Times presents a compilation of the yachts attending this year’s FLIBS in Fort Lauderdale.

Yachts attending Fort Lauderdale Boat Show 2025

This week at the Newport International Boat Show, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts</a> Founder, CEO, and Chief Designer, Mark Richards, unveiled the company’s newest flagship model, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14229" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach 107/0132.6m (106'11&quot;)Palm Beach Motor Yachts2026">32.6-metres (107ft) Palm Beach 107 motor yacht.</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/327009/image/large-c8bac9de3c115407a37ac2ba377833b1.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/327009">With its striking design, inspired by the practicality of Maine lobster boats, this model was designed with timeless aesthetics and performance in mind.With a beam of 7.1 metres the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14229" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach 107/0132.6m (106'11&quot;)Palm Beach Motor Yachts2026">PB107</a> also boasts an innate spaciousness, offering a high degree of customisation in both entertainment spaces and sleeping quarters. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/327008/image/large-e285369e7fd832c289b0ea6c63f74792.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/327008">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/14229" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach 107/0132.6m (106'11&quot;)Palm Beach Motor Yachts2026">PB107</a> is built using the company’s proprietary V-Warp® technology, developed from founder Mark Richards' experience in ocean racing and shipbuilding. This method combines an advanced hull design with a precise resin-to-E-Glass fibre ratio, aimed at producing a strong and efficient structure. The hull is fused directly to the yacht’s carbon fibre frame, including bulkheads, deck, and superstructure, to enhance the yacht’s performance and durability.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/327007/image/large-f6b6aae323ddc62080a9ac9320ef0151.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/327007"> This new flagship model is powered by the innovative <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> IPS 40 propulsion system, with quad <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1450" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo (Company)">Volvo</a> D13 engines, producing a total of 4,000 horsepower and unrivalled fuel efficiency.

Palm Beach Motor Yachts unveils new 32m Palm Beach 107

Palm Beach Motor Yachts unveiled their newest flagship model, the 32.6-metres Palm Beach 107 motor yacht.

Palm Beach Motor Yachts announces new 32m Palm Beach 107

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts</a> has announced that a new 27.6-metre motor yacht by the name of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13944" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach 8527.6m (90'7&quot;)Palm Beach Motor Yachts">Palm Beach 85</a> is set to become the Australia-based brand’s flagship. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/315844/image/large-dd81400226b7bc04f12422a65dbc81ae.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/315844"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5768" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach Motor Yachts (Company)">Palm Beach Motor Yachts</a> was founded by ocean-racing champion and performance yacht builder, Mark Richards, in 1995, and has since become recognised for their fuel efficiency and range. Moreover, the builder’s vessels have a tendency to consume 70% less fuel than other yachts in their class.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13944" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach 8527.6m (90'7&quot;)Palm Beach Motor Yachts">Palm Beach 85</a> is characterised by her emphasis on the well-being of crew members as well as her sizeable living areas. Her convivial saloon spans from the helm station to the covered cockpit, making use of expansive windows for natural light and ventilation.&nbsp;Moving into the opulent full-beam master suite amidships, a king sized bed, an ensuite bath, large windows, and ample storage space, ensure comfort and luxury for owners during their stay. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/315843/image/large-124eddac93a981b0c7520c771b953fee.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/315843">"The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13944" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach 8527.6m (90'7&quot;)Palm Beach Motor Yachts">Palm Beach 85</a> represents a dream achieved. When I was a young man working on the docks in Sydney, I would watch the yachts cruising through the harbour and knew that one day I'd do the same on my own boat,” Founder Mark Richards commented.&nbsp;Furthermore, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13944" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach 8527.6m (90'7&quot;)Palm Beach Motor Yachts">Palm Beach 85</a>’s hull is infused with an optimal resin to E-Glass unidirectional and multi-axial fibre ratio, which work together to form a sturdy and resilient shape. In addition, the vessel’s hull is fused directly onto the carbon fibre structure, bulkheads, deck, and superstructure, allowing for maximum fuel efficiency.&nbsp;“When the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13944" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Palm Beach 8527.6m (90'7&quot;)Palm Beach Motor Yachts">Palm Beach 85</a> splashes, she'll be the largest yacht we've built, and will represent a new level of luxury, fuel efficiency, and performance in the yachting industry,” Richards added. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/315846/image/large-ff891147abf05008bc636f097e6cad2f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/315846">Powered by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5350" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Volvo Penta (Company)">Volvo Penta</a> engines, the yacht is capable of reaching a cruising speed of 23 knots and a top speed of 26 knots.&nbsp;

Palm Beach Motor Yachts announces new flagship 28m Palm Beach 85 yacht

Palm Beach Motor Yachts has announced that a new 27.6-metre motor yacht Palm Beach 85 is set to become the Australia-based brand’s flagship. 
