Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 unveils new flybridge yachts and powercat catamarans

The Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 displayed a range of new luxury vessels. Among the flybridge motor yachts, Pearl Yachts introduced the 73‑foot Pearl 73, an evolution of the award‑winning 72 with larger hull windows, a re‑imagined aft galley that converts into a bar, and expanded deck space created by folding balconies. Solaris Power debuted its 64‑foot Long Range model, following the earlier Solaris Power 74 shown in Düsseldorf.

The powercat segment featured Prestige Yachts’ M8 Evo, a refreshed version of the M‑line flagship equipped with twin 730 hp MAN i6 engines that deliver whisper‑quiet cruising and a redesigned deck layout that removes the flybridge staircase, freeing up starboard deck space for a larger galley and aft dining area. Both manufacturers highlighted hybrid and eco‑conscious drive options, emphasizing increased stability, shallow drafts and versatile living spaces for long‑range cruising.