The new addition to the Royal FamilyPrincess Yachts unveils X90

Uske Berndt

 · 16.09.2025

The 27-metre-long X90 is set to glide through the waves from spring 2026.
Photo: Princess Yachts
Princess Yachts announces the X90 at the Cannes Yachting Festival. It slots in between the X80 and X95 Vista and extends the award-winning X-Class with a new layout and folding balconies in the cockpit.

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The new X90 continues Princess Yachts' tradition of "super flybridge" yachts. Close to the flagship X95, it is set to crown the class with even more comfort and better utilisation of space. The launch of the number one is scheduled for spring 2026, with the shipyard aiming for the world premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2026. A look at the S80.

Cockpit with folding balconies

The cockpit of the X90 marks the first noticeable difference to its sister models. More space on board has always been a key feature of the X-Class. But with the X90, the brand takes this concept to a new level.

A glass railing at the stern and, above all, folding bulwarks extend the area and provide all-round views - both standing and sitting on the sofas. A wet bar to starboard and an optional TV screen complete the programme.

Flowing transitions between inside and outside

Another first for Princess Yachts are the curved patio doors that connect the outdoor area with the main deck saloon. When they are open, the ten-person dining table is practically in the fresh air.

The large lounge is surrounded by lots of glass to flood the room with natural light. The galley can be open - with a breakfast bar - or closed. In both configurations, there is a side door to the port outer deck and access to the forward crew accommodation to ensure the privacy of owners and guests.

The owner's suite is located at the front of the main deck. An optional double door provides private access to the "owner's foredeck terrace" for an undisturbed morning coffee

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Flexible flybridge

At the very top is the skylounge, typical of the X-Class, with the option of an 85-inch screen. A day toilet can also be located here. Sliding doors lead to the wheelhouse, where owners and guests can experience speeds of up to 28 knots with various engine options.

There are also various layout options for the aft deck, including a jacuzzi, a bar or simply an open area with loose furniture. A crane can also be installed here to utilise part of the area for a tender. The flybridge foredeck has two lounge sofas and a flexible coffee table. This transforms the seating areas into sun loungers.

Large cabins for guests and crew

Below deck, there are three double cabins with bathrooms as standard, with owners having the option of sharing the widest cabin. This creates a total of five guest cabins on board. The crew accommodation in the forward area comprises up to three cabins, a bathroom and a crew mess.

First facts and figures Princess X90:

  • Length: 27.1 m
  • Maximum speed: 28 kn
  • Guests: 8
  • Special features: Folding balconies, curved patio doors, optional folding door to the owner's foredeck terrace

About Princess Yachts

The UK's largest luxury yacht manufacturer is based in Plymouth. Princess Yachts was acquired in March 2023 by KPS, an investment fund with over 14.4 billion dollars in assets under management. The Princess range today includes the F and Y Flybridge (for example F58), the V-Class, the S-Class Sportbridge, the X-"Superfly" and the R-Class Performance.

Uske Berndt

Uske Berndt

Editor News & Panorama

Uske was born just outside Volkswagen in 1970 and tested various small boats with sails through her boyfriend (now husband 😊) on a quarry pond. Her studies in Kiel took her to the Baltic Sea with boats of all kinds and eventually to a regatta from Hong Kong to Mauritius via the Academic Sailing Club. Her teacher training ended at the Burda School of Journalism in Munich instead of in the classroom and finally at Boote Exclusiv. After a long break and various stories about house building, she returned to Delius Klasing and has been filling the magazine with long stories about large ships ever since. A family-owned H-boat was quickly sold again as the mother realized that sailing with two small children was neither relaxing nor fun.

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