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British Yachting Awards 2025

Each year, the British Yachting Awards celebrate everything that makes sailing special. From the finest equipment to remarkable achievements on the water, the awards reflect the breadth and depth of our sport. What makes them truly distinctive is their democratic nature: the winners are chosen exclusively by the readers. No panels, no outside influence, only the voices of sailors themselves.

The shortlists for the 2025 awards were published in Sailing Today’s November issue and featured an impressive mix of established brands, emerging marine companies, professional sailors, amateurs, and youth talent. With more than 17,000 votes cast, participation was once again strong, proving how engaged and passionate the sailing community remains. In many categories, the result came down to a very small margin, underlining that every single vote genuinely mattered.

Cruising Yacht of the Year

We are proud to share that the Hallberg-Rassy 370 has been named Cruising Yacht of the Year at the British Yachting Awards 2025. The award was decided by more than 9,000 readers of Sailing Today magazine in the UK, making it a clear and meaningful endorsement from the sailing public.

Sailing Today magazine commented:

“Hallberg-Rassy is rapidly becoming an institution. The 370 blends cruising comfort with surprisingly sprightly performance thanks to slippery Germán Frers designed lines.”

As designers, there is no greater recognition than knowing that sailors value the balance between comfort, performance, and seaworthiness.
This award reflects a shared philosophy between yard and designer.
Creating yachts that are safe, rewarding to sail, and built for long-term ownership.

The Very Latest Hallberg-Rassy

The Hallberg-Rassy 370 is an all-new design, she combines contemporary thinking with a timeless approach. The hull form is modern and efficient, while the sheerline and proportions remain classically elegant.

For her size, the 370 introduces an extensive list of features that set new standards in the cruising segment. She is conceived to offer true sailing pleasure, whether on long offshore passages or relaxed coastal cruising, with a design that rewards both experienced sailors and those growing into their ambitions.

This recognition from the British Yachting Awards confirms what we strive for in every project: yachts shaped by performance-driven design, refined by experience, and validated by the people who sail them.

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Nautor Swan Press Release | July 11, 2025

Yesterday in Pietarsaari, the first new Swan 51 was officially launched, marking an exciting addition to the Nautor Swan fleet. This stunning new model will make its world premiere at the upcoming Cannes Yachting Festival.

The Swan 51 has been designed by German Frers, and notably shares the same overall length as his very first design for Nautor Swan—an iconic yacht that began the long and fruitful collaboration between the renowned naval architect and the Finnish boatbuilder.
Giovanni Pomati, CEO of Nautor Swan, shared his thoughts:
“The fifty-foot size has always held a central role in the sailing world. In fact, it’s the ideal size for sailing in almost any condition. Sometimes we forget just how much joy a fifteen-meter yacht can deliver. The new Swan 51 is easy to sail, offers great comfort with a spacious owner’s cabin and a VIP cabin, and is the perfect way to enter the magical world of Swan. With this model, you truly experience the excellence that only our brand can provide.”

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Frers Design and Nautor Swan celebrated for hybrid sailing innovation and performance

April 10, 2025 – Singapore — The Swan 88 Hybrid Yacht DreamCatcher has won Best Sailing Yacht Under 20m at the Yacht Style Awards 2025. The award highlights its innovative design, hybrid technology, and outstanding sailing performance.

The announcement was made at the prestigious Yacht Style Awards ceremony at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove, during the Singapore Yachting Festival.

This new 88-foot hybrid sailing yacht from Nautor Swan, developed in collaboration with German Frers naval Architecture and Engineering, represents a significant evolution in performance cruising. The Swan 88 features a meticulously engineered hull, optimized rig positioning, and refined sail geometry—delivering balance, speed, and control under all conditions.

The DreamCatcher’s cutting-edge hybrid system enables power generation and storage while sailing, allowing the yacht to remain entirely self-sufficient at sea—a breakthrough in sustainable yacht design that also earned it the Boat International Eco Award earlier this year.

Frers Design has been a long-time partner of Nautor Swan, and the Swan 88 continues this legacy of innovation and craftsmanship. Drawing from decades of experience and continuous R&D, the design team focused on advancing both the technical and aesthetic aspects of the yacht while ensuring a seamless and powerful sailing experience.

“The Swan 88 reflects our ongoing commitment to pushing boundaries in performance and sustainability,” said Frers. “We are proud to collaborate with Nautor Swan in delivering yachts that set new standards.”

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Swan 88 Award: Hybrid sailing yacht by Nautor Swan features energy regeneration and self-sufficient operation

We’re pleased to share that the Swan 88 DreamCatcher, a hybrid sailing yacht by Nautor Swan, has been honored with the Boat International Eco Award. This recognition highlights the brand’s continued innovation in sustainable sailing technology.

Designed to generate and store energy while underway, DreamCatcher is capable of producing enough renewable power under sail to support both hotel and sailing systems, allowing the yacht to operate entirely self-sufficiently. This breakthrough reinforces Nautor Swan’s commitment to extending sustainable solutions across its full range of performance sailing yachts.

Read more about Swan 88 DreamCatcher and its sustainable innovations