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MAIORA & AB YACHTS at the Palm Beach International Boat Show 2025

📍 Viareggio, March 11, 2025 – MAIORA and AB YACHTS, part of Next Yacht Group, are set to make a strong presence at the 43rd Palm Beach International Boat Show from March 19 to 23, 2025. The event provides a prime opportunity for both brands to showcase their latest innovations, high-performance designs, and future vision in luxury yachting.

AB Yachts: Performance, Speed & Innovation

💨 AB Yachts continues to lead the industry in high-performance yachting, offering waterjet propulsion technology for unparalleled speed and agility.

🔹 Showcased Model: AB80

• Length: 25.20 meters (80 feet)
• Top Speed: ~55 knots
• Cruising Speed: ~45 knots
• Key Features: Agile, compact, and designed for thrill-seeking owners who demand sporty, responsive navigation

🔹 Expanding the Range:
📢 Introducing the AB95 & AB95S

• AB95: The perfect blend of sportiness and comfort, featuring a panoramic flybridge, a seamless indoor-outdoor connection, and minimal vibrations for silent cruising
• AB95S: A high-powered evolution of the AB95, with bolder lines, an integrated retractable roof, and enhanced speed & precision handling for the ultimate adrenaline-fueled experience

📢 The AB110 – Unveiled in September 2024

• A next-level performance yacht, combining exceptional speed, comfort, and cutting-edge design

Maiora: Timeless Elegance Meets Innovation

⚓ For 50 years, MAIORA has redefined luxury and livability on the water, balancing aesthetic refinement with spacious, functional designs.

🔹 Showcased Models:
📢 Debuting: Maiora M|36 – The first in the brand-new "M Line"

• Length: 37 meters (122 feet)
• Beam: 8.20 meters (27 feet)
• Decks: 3
• Accommodation: 5 cabins for up to 12 guests
• Standout Features: Unprecedented livability, redefining space and comfort at sea

📢 The Iconic Maiora 36 Exuma

• Key Feature: Triple waterjet propulsion system for unique performance
• Speed: Up to 35 knots (depending on engine configuration)

A Strategic Focus on the U.S. Market

🔹 Next Yacht Group’s participation at PBIBS 2025 underscores the importance of the American market in its global strategy. With consistent growth since its 2021 acquisition, the Viareggio-based group has:
✅ Expanded its team by 110%
✅ Strengthened management & production capacity
✅ Acquired new strategic production sites in 2024

💬 Next Yacht Group:

“With our continuous expansion and commitment to innovation, we are solidifying our leadership in the international luxury yacht industry.”

🌊 The Palm Beach International Boat Show 2025 is the perfect stage to present the future of luxury yachting, where performance meets elegance, and speed meets seamless design. 🚀✨