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Maximus Nominated for ISS Best in Sail 40m+ Award

Maximus nominated for Best Sail 40m+ by ISS

We are proud to announce that Maximus, designed by Frers Naval Architecture and Engineering, has been nominated for the ISS Design Award for Best in Sail 40m+! This recognition from the International Superyacht Society (ISS) highlights our dedication to excellence in yacht design.

The ISS serves as a global voice for the yachting industry, promoting sustainability, innovation, and collaboration. With 1,209 members across 604 yacht industries in 50 countries, the ISS plays a crucial role in shaping the future of yachting.

We invite you to celebrate this achievement with us. Visit our Instagram channel for an exclusive look back at the incredible launch of Maximus. The winners will be announced at the Design & Leadership Awards Gala on October 30.

Swan 108 Skipper Article: The new era of the Maxi Swan range

Read this Skipper article highlighting the Swan 108, the first model in the new era of the Maxi Swan range.

Download PDF to read the full article in Spanish or Go to Skipper online

Designed by German Frers Naval Architecture and Engineering, this Swan is built to compete at the highest level, showcasing innovation and cutting-edge technology. As the latest addition to the Maxi Swan family, it sets a new benchmark for luxury sailing and advanced engineering.

Explore the Swan 108 and envision the future of sailing with Swan.

“The Swan 108 conveys an idea of beauty through its natural elegance. It is a magnificent offshore sailboat that stands out for its performance, capable of competing at the highest level when necessary, and its endless onboard innovations. This is the first model of the new era of the Maxi Swan range.”

La nueva era de la gama Maxi Swan

El Swan 108 transmite una idea de belleza a partir de su elegancia natural. Se trata de un magnífico velero de altura que destaca por su rendimiento, capaz de competir al más alto nivel cuando sea necesario, y las interminables innovaciones a bordo. Este Swan es el primer modelo de la nueva era de la gama Maxi Swan.

59 meter Maximus, class winner of Palma de Mallorca 2024 Superyacht Cup

“Superyacht Cup in Palma. Who was there, who won. Feast your eyes!”

Vela | June 27, 2024

Celebrating the Triumph of Maximus at Palma Superyacht Cup

Highlighted by Vela in their recent article, our creation, Maximus, emerged victorious in Class A.

Maximus is a true testament to the collaboration between German Frers Naval Architecture and Engineering and Vitters Shipyard. This superyacht combines classic hull lines, a teak deck, and two maxi cockpits with cutting-edge racing technology. The double rudder, lifting keel, and optimized hull with minimum wetted surface, along with sails and deck plan, are all designed for competitive sailing.

For an in-depth look at Maximus’ journey to victory and its unparalleled design, we invite you to read the full article on Vela.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to this success, from the dedicated crew to the innovative team at Vitters Shipyard. We are proud to have been a part of this extraordinary project.

Swan 88: Leading the Innovation

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The launching of Swan 88 is a moment of immense pride for our team, and marks a significant milestone.

As part of the Swan 88 project, we proudly celebrate the launch of the first hybrid electric propulsion Swan, a testament to our mutual collaboration and commitment to excellence in yacht design and engineering. 

“The Swan 88 is the first model fully developed from the outset to offer a hybrid electric propulsion option in partnership with Torqeedo and sees continuation of the cooperation of German Frers for Naval Architecture, Misa Poggi for Interior Design and Lucio Micheletti, Micheletti + Partners, for the exterior styling.”

Nautor Swan

As the Swan 88 prepares to debut worldwide at the Cannes Yachting Festival and Monaco Yacht Show, we extend our congratulations to Swan.

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