Cruiser/Racer

First Twenty and 25S: A Fresh Breeze for Two Beneteau Models September 1st 2012
Small, neat, and still incredibly successful, the shortest models of the Beneteau First line receive an extensive rig update.

Swan Launches Hull Number 2000 August 23rd 2012
By launching the Swan 90S Freya, the Finnish Nautor yard marks an impressive milestone. Over the past 46 years, the Scandinavians have built 2,000 boats.

X-Yachts XP-55: Combining Sport and Luxury August 19th 2012
X-Yachts in Denmark continues to expand their performance-cruiser program. The luxury-racer XP-55 is coming in summer of 2013.

Dufour Proves Fast can be Comfortable July 10th 2012
A well-planned media event combined speed with comfort—just like the boat on display.

Grand Soleil 43: Dynamic Package for Connoisseurs July 5th 2012
Trendy and charming with a bent for performance: Cantiere del Pardo introduces a 43-footer by Claudio Maletto.

X-Yachts Extends the XP Line with a 50-Footer June 22nd 2012
The new XP 50, designed by Niels Jeppesen and his team, has been added at the top end of X-Yachts’ performance line.

Sly 38: Pretty Can Be Fast, Too May 12th 2012
The Italian premium-brand builder introduces a new 38-footer to catch up in the mid-level market segment.

Hanse 415: Taking It Up a Notch April 29th 2012
The new 415 takes the place of the successful Hanse 400, of which more than 700 were built.

Beneteau Oceanis 48 Takes Two Awards in Miami February 19th 2012
The new Beneteau scoops up NMMA innovation prizes for its electric transom and iPad app.

Dufour 36: Sailing Joy as Guiding Theme February 16th 2012
Finally the veil is off. After a long period of secrecy, Dufour has finally published renderings of their new Performance 36 model.

X-Yachts Extends the XP Line with a 50-footer February 12th 2012
Niels Jeppesen and his design team have introduced plans for the new XP 50, which will be added at the top end of X-Yachts’ performance line.

Hallberg-Rassy 412: Sporty New Cruiser February 5th 2012
Combining fast lines and a high level of comfort, Magnus Rassy wants to improve on the success of the aft-cockpit model HR 372.

Delphia 31: Sleek and Simple February 1st 2012
Designed to be easy to sail, and with safety in mind, the new Delphia 31 is aimed at newcomers to the sport.

European Sailboat of the Year Awards, 2012 January 26th 2012
The Oscars of sailboat-building were recently presented in Düsseldorf, Germany. Here’s who won, and why.