However, it also became clear that there were still too few yacht professionals to be seen in the exhibition halls of the RAI. It became clear in Amsterdam that commercial shipping is already playing in a different league. At the stands and in presentations, everything revolved around the prices of lithium-ion batteries, energy management on board and the state of development of fuel cell technology. Of course, I accept the argument that the current oil price is not exactly fuelling alternative drive systems, but experts such as Andrea Frabetti, CEO of the Diesel Center, are very relaxed about this: "Our new hybrid system costs no more than a conventional engine. We are presenting it this autumn and are very confident."
I would like to take this opportunity to draw your attention to two new sections in your favourite magazine. With "Tender & Toys", we have created a permanent place for the presentation of tenders and water toys of all kinds, as both are becoming increasingly important to owners. And because, as we are told time and again, you love rankings, the "Top Ten" is now also taking off. Here we honour the craziest designs, the tallest masts or - as we are doing now - the fastest yachts in the world. It goes without saying that these are virtually the opposite of the hybrid solutions mentioned above. But the world of superyachts is simply wonderfully diverse.
Enjoy this issue!
Your BOOTE EXCLUSIV editors
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Further topics in BOOTE EXCLUSIV 4?/17
Sun protection
Nice and shady: awning development from the north.
Technology
Against the current: ambitious swimming training in the pool.
Interior
Brilliant fitness: dumbbell collection for fitness enthusiasts.
"Cloudbreak"
Adventurer: A & R delivered a Øino design that invites you to enjoy fun sports.
"Sybaris"
Viva la vida: US owner Bill Duker fulfils his yacht dream.
"Pink Gin VI"
Launch date: BOOTE EXCLUSIV accompanied Hans Georg Näder.
Top 10
The fastest yachts: One shipyard dominates the power ranking
Eagle Suprema
With all options: The innovative semi-glider sets new standards.
"Ouranos"
Design adventure: Admiral delivered a boldly styled 50 metres.
Interview
Regulars: Why is the Seabob toy so successful?
Gleistein
Stronger than steel: ropes for gigasailers are made in Bremen.
Ferretti 850
New bestseller: Ferretti generously glazes its 26-metre novelty.
Horizon E98
Customised work in XXL: the owner ordered an extra-large room height.
Economy & Law
Hybrid model: Malta offers an interesting interchangeable licence.
Martin Hager
Editor in Chief YACHT
