European Powerboat of the Year 2027: The nominees in the 10 to 14-metre class

Axopar 38 Sun Top

The Axopar 38 Sun Top offers a new perspective on boating: an open, modular design intended for enjoyable times on the water with up to ten people. The roof, which gives the boat its name, opens up the entire space to the sky or provides shelter in changeable weather.

The cockpit can be flexibly configured – from the helm position to the lounge area and sun lounger. There are eight different aft deck layouts to choose from. Below deck, the forward cabin offers increased headroom, a kitchen unit and, as an option, an enclosed toilet with shower.

The top speed is over 45 knots. The choice of propulsion includes two Mercury V8 Verado engines, each with 300 PS, or two V10 Verado engines, each with 350 PS.

• Length: 11.85 m
• Width: 3.53 m
• Weight: 5,100 kg
• Engine: 2 × 257 kW (350 PS)

Loxo 40

The Loxo 40 is designed for owners who want to cruise in comfort and independence. Thanks to its shallow draught, it can easily access shallow bays and anchorages.

Two helm stations – a raised outdoor helm and an enclosed indoor helm – allow for navigation in all weathers. Below deck, two cabins with up to six berths, a bathroom with a shower and a fully equipped galley ensure a comfortable stay on long cruises.

It is powered by a Yanmar 4LV with a ZT370 sterndrive – available with a choice of 150, 195 or 250 PS. Depending on the engine specification, the cruising speed ranges from 12 to 15 knots, with a top speed of up to 25 knots.

• Length: 12.80 m
• Width: 3.75 m
• Weight: around 4,000 kg
• Engine: max. 184 kW (250 PS)

Nimbus Sport Tender 35

With the Sport Tender 35, Nimbus unveils the first model in the new Sport Cruiser 35 range – a 10.80-metre-long boat that has been designed entirely with the people on board in mind. Since 1968, Nimbus has been building boats according to a clear philosophy: the focus is not on the boat, but on the day spent on the water. The new Sport Tender 35 is the most consistent realisation of this idea to date. “We never start with the boat. We start with the day,” says chief designer Joacim Gustavsson.

The Sport Tender 35 is based on a newly developed double-step hull constructed using vacuum-infused sandwich construction. Power options include a Mercury V10 with 350 or 425 PS, or two Mercury V8 engines, each with 300 PS. The cruising speed is 30 to 36 knots, whilst the top speed is around 45 knots with the twin V8s.

Throughout the outdoor area, the Nimbus offers plenty of comfortable sun loungers and seating areas; of course, there are also fold-out balconies and a wet bar.

The cabin offers proper sleeping accommodation for up to five people: a double berth in the bow, two single berths in the central cabin and a sofa suitable for a child. A spacious bathroom with a shower, toilet and washbasin completes the facilities.

• Length: 10.80 m
• Width: 3.20 m
• Weight: 4,524 kg
• Engine specifications: max. 2 x 221 kW (300 PS)

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Santasevera 42 HT

Behind the Santasevera 42 lies the internationally renowned design studio Guida Design – responsible for the design, engineering and styling. Flowing, clean lines give the Santasevera 42 a dynamism that is evident even when she is moored at the jetty. The design is intended to stand the test of time – minimalist, balanced and consistently executed from bow to stern.

The Italian yacht is powered by two Volvo Penta D6 engines, each producing 380 PS, via sterndrive. Its cruising speed is 32 knots, and its top speed is 40 knots. Outboard engines or an IPS propulsion system are available as options. A Side Power bow thruster makes manoeuvring in harbour easier.

The hardtop offers protection from the sun and the weather without losing touch with the outside world – an obvious concept for the Mediterranean season: having breakfast in the morning, spending the day outdoors, and sailing a few more miles in the evening. The outdoor areas can be flexibly adapted to suit different scenarios.

The master cabin in the bow features a king-size bed and an en-suite bathroom – a self-contained retreat that strikes the perfect balance between proportion and comfort.

• Length: 12.80 m
• Width: 3.96 m
• Weight: 9,000 kg
• Engine: 2 × 279 kW (380 PS)

Yamarin Aura Cabin

The Aura Cabin demonstrates how a traditional boat design can be reimagined with modern ideas. At 10.40 metres long and 3.35 metres wide, it is large enough for longer trips, yet remains relatively compact. The cabin, in particular, changes the character of the boat: it transforms the open dayboat into a vessel that is practical to use even in bad weather.

Yamarin places a strong emphasis on digital controls: two large displays bring together navigation, engine data and on-board functions; even the lights, pumps and heating can be controlled digitally.

With two Yamaha outboard engines, each delivering up to 350 PS, there is plenty of power in reserve for longer journeys. The Aura Cabin is therefore less of a classic cruiser and more of a Nordic all-rounder. Whether navigating the archipelagos of Scandinavia, at anchor beneath the Mediterranean sky or watching the sunset over the Atlantic – the Yamarin Aura is designed for a wide range of cruising areas.

• Length: 10.40 m
• Width: 3.36 m
• Weight: 5,700 kg
• Engine: max. 2 × 257 kW (350 PS)