European Powerboat of the Year 2026: The nominated boats up to 24 metres
Christian Tiedt
· 01.10.2025
The candidates in the 5 other categories:
- Boats up to 10 metres in length
- Motor yachts up to 14 metres in length
- Motor yachts up to 18 metres in length
- Motor yachts up to 24 metres in length
- Catamarans
De Antonio D60
The new flagship from De Antonio has just celebrated its premiere: the new 60-foot class glider was presented to the public at the Cannes Yachting Festival. The Spanish manufacturer speaks of avant-garde design, and the look is certainly forward-looking.
The clean lines also conceal perhaps the most unusual feature of the 18.5 metre long GRP glider: four invisibly installed outboards. Together with a total of 2400 hp, they accelerate the two-stage hull to a top speed of 46 knots. The cruising speed is still a sporty 30 knots.
The interior is also characterised by a clear design language. The vertical walls - or rather window surfaces - create an airy feeling of space with plenty of light and an almost complete all-round view. Variants offer two or three cabins and two bathrooms. Clever: a jacuzzi under the seats in the bow.
- Length over everything: 18,50 m
- Width: 5,2 m
- Weight: 20,500 kg
- Motorisation (max.): 2400 hp (4 x 600 hp)
- Further information: De Antonio Yachts
Galeon 620 Fly
Space is almost everything on board the Galeon 620 Fly: the 55 square metre flybridge with a large U-shaped seating area in the sun, the covered area in front with two additional sofas, wet bar and driving position is far from everything. At waterline level, the so-called Terrace Mode with fold-out hull elements offers even more space for sunbathing and swimming.
What else can be accommodated on a length of 19.68 metres: a large saloon, the owner's cabin amidships, space for the guest VIPs in the foredeck and plenty more beds - for a total of 16 people. Including crew cabin in the stern.
The power on the Galeon 620 Fly is provided by a twin engine system with a maximum of two 1200 hp engines. This enables the nominee from Poland to achieve top speeds of up to 31 knots, with a cruising speed of 23 knots. It can be sailed from the inside or outside.
- Length over everything: 19,68 m
- Width: 5,04 m
- Weight: 40,336 kg
- Motorisation (max.): 2400 hp (2 x 1200 hp)
- Further information: Galeon Yachts
Princess V65
As far as the hull design is concerned, the Princess V65 is all about performance: according to the manufacturer, the deep V and general shape are designed for better handling, greater buoyancy and less drag. The aim is to achieve low planing speeds and greater efficiency.
The seating area and sun loungers on the foredeck and additional cushioned areas aft provide an outdoor fresh air experience. The hardtop, which is pulled back, provides sun protection. The saloon is flooded with light thanks to the large windows, and the large movable sunroof at the front lets in even more light at the touch of a button.
Below deck, the layout provides for four double cabins, with the master cabin also located amidships. Behind it beats the heart of the 20.61 metre long glider: the engine room. Two engines, each with 1400 hp, accelerate the yacht, which weighs around 36,500 kg, up to 36 knots.
- Length: 20,61 m
- Width: 5,04 m
- Weight: 36,477 kg
- Motorisation (max.): 2800 hp (2 x 1400 hp)
- Further information: Princess Yachts
Riva 58' Capri New
The Italian shipyard has a long tradition - which makes the challenge of constantly reinventing itself all the greater. However, when you look at the models in Riva's Open range, it becomes clear that they are happy to take on this challenge. The portfolio ranges from runabouts to 76-foot yachts.
The new Riva 58' Capri New is also part of this line. Even the exterior is a statement. From the laterally perforated hardtop, which lends the profile more lightness, to the accentuated deck step. Naturally, there is plenty of space for seating and sunbathing on the fore and aft deck. With its alternation of light and dark surfaces, the design also creates contrasts in the interior.
Two slightly different versions of the layout are offered, each with three cabins and a further central saloon area on the lower deck. The motorisation options: two 1000 hp or two 1200 hp engines. A maximum speed of 37 knots is possible. If you want to take things a little slower, you can plan for a range of 200 nautical miles at 31 knots.
- Length over everything: 17,21 m
- Width: 4,74 m
- Weight: 32,000 kg
- Motorisation (max.): 2400 hp (2 x 1200 hp)
- Further information: Riva Yacht
Sirena 60
Further development is a top priority for the Sirena 60: compared to the shipyard's predecessor model in the same class, the successor offers more space in every respect, whether for relaxing outside or stowing away inside. Striking: the almost lounge-like seating area on the foredeck.
German Frers is responsible for the modern look of the 19.45 metre long yacht, and the straight stem speaks for itself in this respect. Overall, the exterior design of the Sirena 60 is very similar to that of a trawler - which is entirely appropriate. "Cruising experience", comfortable travelling even over longer distances, is the market segment addressed by the nominee from Turkey.
The performance of the Sirena 60 also matches this role: two diesels power the almost 36-tonne yacht in the more powerful version with 900 hp each. The alternative would be two 670 hp engines. At a cruising speed of 10 knots, the range is 800 nautical miles. CE category A certification provides the additional requirement for blue water cruises.
- Length over everything: 19,45 m
- Width: 5,36 m
- Weight: 35,900 kg
- Motorisation (max.): 1800 hp (2 x 900 hp)
- Further information: Sirena Yachts
