European Power Boat Award of the Year 2020 - Who are the best in class? 2/5

The nominations for the European Powerboat Award 2020 have been finalised. The expert jury of the European trade press has made its choice and put 23 candidates on the ballot.

Not an easy task in view of more than 200 new launches. The editors-in-chief and testers of the most renowned European motorboat magazines "Boatmag.it", "Båtliv", "Neptune", "Marina CH", "Motorboot", "Nautica i Yates", "Yachtrevue" and BOOTE will be consulting in the "election office", which will once again be located at the Yachting Festival in Cannes this year.

With the help of a well thought-out points system, the writers search for and find the best motorboats of the year in five different categories. The focus of their judgement continues to be on workmanship, handling characteristics, safety, room layout, value for money and the implementation of innovative ideas.

As always, the award winners will be announced at boot in Düsseldorf.

Motorboats up to 10 metres

Beneteau Flyer 10
Nothing is missingThe express cruiser, which travels at 40 knots, offers space for two cabins and a "real shower" with a separate toilet. The convertible cockpit furniture, the galley and a sun lounger for three are impressive open-air features. Info: http://www.beneteau.com

Length9.98 mWidth3.32 mWeight5688 kgMotorisation2 x 350 hp

Nuva M8
Modern Art The design can and will polarise. However, the quality of workmanship, top speed of 35 knots and the convertible interior - the dinette in the cockpit becomes a sunbed and the cabin sofa a double bed - are not "objects of contention". Info: http://www.nuvayachts.com

Length9.20 mWidth2.99 mWeightc.A.Motorisation300 hp

Parker 920 Explorer Max
Weatherproof If you are looking for a permanent roof over your head, the
the 920 Explorer MAX is the perfect choice. Her wheelhouse not only provides shelter, but is also used for cooking and washing up. The bunks below deck and a bathroom complete the comfort package. Info: http://www.parkerpoland.eu

Length9.20 mWidth2.80 mWeight (without engine)3100 kgMotorisation300 to 450 hp

Fairline F//Line 33
Fit for fun Two powerful V-8 petrol engines with Z-drive make her 45 knots fast. BBQ grill, sun loungers and bathing platform are standard. Overnight accommodation is in a double bed under the cockpit floor or in the bow cabin with convertible (V-berth) seating area, shower and toilet. Info: http://www.fairline.com

Length9.99 mWidth3.50 mWeight7000 kgMotorisation2 x 440 hp

Karnic SL800
One way or another Hardtop or bimini tops for fore and aft, cockpit benches that can be moved, folded and pulled out, a cockpit galley that can do (almost) everything, a double bed under the cockpit, a separate bathroom and a cabin with a convertible seating area: the versatility of the walkaround concept is impressive. The shipyard is even flexible when it comes to the choice of engines - one or two. Info: http://www.karnicboats.com

Length9.20 mWidth2.96 mWeight2680 kgMotorisation2 x 250 hp