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High‑performance luxury yacht launches

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In early August 2026 2026, the luxury marine market saw two notable high‑speed luxury watercraft. the introduction of several high-speed watercraft blending automotive design with advanced technology. German tuner Brabus, together in partnership with Sunreef Yachts, introduced unveiled the Ultima 55 catamaran – 55, a 55‑foot carbon‑fiber 55-foot (approximately 17-meter) carbon-fiber catamaran. Powered by twin 725-horsepower six-cylinder engines, the vessel with a utilizes an integrated hydrofoil system that pushes past 40 knots to reduce drag and enhance stability, allowing speeds to exceed 40 knots. The interior finishes echoing Brabus’s super‑car styling. features “Brabus Masterpiece” materials, including “Moonstone” leather, Alcantara, and exposed carbon fiber. The design includes foldable side platforms that expand the beam from 5.6 meters to 7.6 meters to create a larger aft terrace. A few days later later, Dutch builder Zeelander delivered its 48‑foot the Zeelander 5, a crew‑less, owner‑operated yacht powered by 48-foot, owner-operated, crew-less yacht. It features a Volvo IPS propulsion system with joystick control, also capable of 40 knots. The Zeelander 5 features vessel’s aesthetic includes a Bentley‑inspired Bentley-inspired metallic exterior, Hermès‑inspired exterior and Hermès-inspired interior accents, such as orange tones and extensive customisation, including a full‑beam owner’s suite diamond-stitched leather, customized for a Turkish client. On 5 August August, Brabus announced a second partnership, this time partnership with Italy’s AB Yachts, Yachts to produce a line of lightweight, water‑jet‑propelled speed‑boats targeting top speeds water-jet-propelled speedboats capable of up to 60 knots. The These models will incorporate Brabus’s “One-Second-Wow” design language, with a debut of the first model is scheduled for the Monaco Yacht Show in September 2026. These dual collaborations underscore a growing trend of ultra‑fast, highly personalised luxury yachts that blend automotive design cues with advanced marine technology.

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  1. 2026-08-17 03:39 UTC High‑performance luxury yacht launches
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  3. 2026-08-03 11:32 UTC High‑performance luxury yacht launches

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