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Google Adds "Forums" To Their Search Console
Google has added a new category to their search bar: "Forums". Google has always prioritized forum content in search results but now they are openly admitting that an increasing number of queries is for content specifically from forums. Google published an insightful, bullet-point list of the reasons for this and we have included screen shots of these pages. Click the YF logo to be directed to the thread.....
Feature: Abeking & Rasmussen ARUBY
YF introduced the ARUBY project to the yachting industry as it was announced at the 2026 edition of the Palm Beach International Boat Show (PBIBS). This special feature now serves as a further in-depth look and assessment of the special project from German custom superyacht builder Abeking & Rasmussen. This yard has a history in constructing a multiplicity of vessel types. Their naval exploits with vessels like minehunters allow for their expertise in sound and vibration control to be directly integrated into superyacht construction...
10th OA35R Sold By Ocean Alexander
The 10th Ocean Alexander OA35R has now been sold. The vessel is currently under construction and is expected to be delivered in 2026 to the new owner. The sale was brokered by James Corts of MarineMax representing Ocean Alexander in the transaction...
"Lena" Under Construction At Burger Boat
Burger Boat has been building yachts for a long time now and currently are in the midst of building the largest vessel model they have under taken, the Burger Boat 180 which the industry is hoping to see soon. However, in between the yard has worked on a couple other projects that are not exclusively yacht like. One of these is "Lena" which is being built as a passenger vessel...
XF80 Commences Construction At Voodoo Yachts
The 24-meter XF80 model has begun construction at Voodoo Yachts in New Zealand. This new model follows on from previous models like XF75 representing a natural evolution to the yard's high-performing range. The model has received firm orders and now has commenced build. This is a performance power cat but from the side profile one might not be able to tell...
Record Traffic at YachtForums!
24 years of in-depth discussions by experienced mariners is driving record traffic. Unlike social media, our discussions are indexed in search engines. Anyone seeking information on yachts is finding YachtForums under thousands of keywords. In February 2026, we averaged 90,000 visitors per day resulting in 500,000 page views a day...
64 Long Range By Solaris Power
Solaris has unveiled the first renderings of the under construction Solaris Power 64 Long Range. This is one of their latest additions to the lineup focusing on clean lines, ease of access, voluminous interiors and enhanced exterior experiences with two main social areas on deck. Decent sized walkways on the sides of the yacht provide flow between the foredeck areas and the aft cockpit areas. Nothing revolutionary but welcomed access that encourages ease of flow between the two extreme points of the yacht...
The New 59 Flybridge By North Pacific
This is the new North Pacific 59 Flybridge, a long-range flybridge cruiser. As the model name hints, this is a flybridge version to the regular 590 pilothouse/skylounge. The recently concluded 2026-edition of the Palm Beach International Boat Show (PBIBS) had an example on display making its debut to the world...
CLB65 SUV Hits The Water At CL Yachts
CL Yachts has taken the veil off their latest launch as the yard has put the first CLB65 SUV to the water. Part of the Bravo series of yachts from CL Yachts it is a variant of the CLB Flybridge that first came to market a few years ago. Of course the most distinctive visual difference at a glance is that this variant does not have a flybridge...
New 32L Sold By Ocean Alexander In Fort Lauderdale
To cap off March, 2026 Ocean Alexander has announced that it has sold a brand new OA 32L in Fort Lauderdale. Interestingly, the detailed conversations leading up to the closing on the sale took place on the owner's 2020 92-foot yacht. The sale was handled by Bruce Siler, Ocean Alexander Brand Manager for MarineMax having persuaded the owner on the 32L after detailing it on an iPad...
News Emerging From 2026 PBIBS
The 2026 edition of the Palm Boat International Boat Show (PBIBS) is underway for another year once again. Some of the attention has been placed on the large superyachts in attendance at this year's show. However, there have been many global debuts of yachts on the smaller end of the spectrum (under 100-feet)...
A&R Unveils 'ARUBY' Platform At 2026 PBIBS
Custom German superyacht builder Abeking & Rasmussen has unveiled a brand new project. In fact the result is a unique and exclusive partnership between the shipyard and Reymond Langton Design. The new project is a new platform that is 70-meters long and is a ready-to-build design for an owner to hop onboard immediately to commence construction...
2026 PBIBS Sub-100-Foot Debuts
This morning the 2026 edition of the Palm Beach International Boat Show (PBIBS) officially opened. The show is running from the 25th to the 29th of March. At this show there are many new models making their international debuts and many of them are under 100-feet long...
2026 PBIBS With Nordhavn
If you are looking for some of the best yachts in the trawler and pocket explorer segments then Nordhavn's display at the 2026 edition of the Palm Beach International Boat Show (PBIBS) might be a good place to start. The builder has three yachts on display at this year's show, the N75(EYF) "RHINO" , N59 "GRACE" and N96 "VIVIERAE"...
Two More Models Added To Ocean Alexander's Puro Range
Now that the yachting market has become acquainted with the Ocean Alexander 35 Puro, the yard has just expanded this into a range. Added to the establishing 35 Puro model is the 30P and the 40P. These will serve to complete the Puro Range for Ocean Alexander. “The completion of the Puro Series is a defining moment for Ocean Alexander,” said Johnny Chueh, President of Ocean Alexander...
2026 PBIBS Largest Yachts
The 2026 edition of the Palm Beach International Boat Show (PBIBS) is set to get underway on the 25th of March and run through to the 29th. This year there are some sizable yachts that have been confirmed to be on display at the show and YF takes a look at the top 10 of these yachts slated to be in attendance. In order of largest to smallest the top 10 takes in "Rocinante", "Boardwalk V", "Kensho", "Casino Royale (Amels), "Casino Royale" (Tankoa), "Amor à Vida", "Alchemist", "Scott Free", "Rock.It" and "Vision"...
Westport W135 To Debut At 2026 PBIBS
The first Westport W135 unit is about to make her debut to the world at the upcoming Palm Beach International Boat Show from March 25th to 29th. This particular hull made the long journey from Washington to Fort Lauderdale - a journey that took approximately a month sailing 5,000 nautical miles. The vessel would have made the transit through the Panama Canal and then through the Western Caribbean en-route to Fort Lauderdale...
New 35 Puro Sold By Ocean Alexander
Ocean Alexander has announced that they have sold a brand new yacht from the new 35 Puro model. The yacht has been delivered to clients hailing from Florida. Those clients are upgrading from their previous 29-meter yacht. Their previous 95-foot vessel prepared them for stepping up and they had two choices when they were interacting with Ocean Alexander. The Ocean Alexander 35 Revolution and the 35 Puro were the choices and they settled on the newest model, the Puro...
The New DeMey 60 Power Cat
The DeMey 60 Power Cat is considered a beast by some and for one particular owner, it was his choice to acquire for some of the rougher waters that surrounds and stands between Australia and New Zealand. In fact, that body of water existing between the two countries is the Tasman Sea or 'The Ditch' as it is commonly known by seafarers from that part of the world...
Extra X70 Shadow Revealed
The Shadow vessels at a certain niche in this market segment are becoming smaller to fulfill specific roles. The Extra X70 Shadow is an example of this. Shadow vessels are usually much larger designed to carry alot of toys and tenders and fuel and food stores for the mother ship. This vessel can be utilized as a day type boat or as chase tender to a larger yacht...
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