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Winners of the 2026 European Yacht and Powerboat Awards announced
Known as the ‘Oscars’ of the boating world, The European Yacht of the Year (EYOTY) and European Powerboat of the Year (EPOTY) awards are well established events in the annual boot Düsseldorf calendar.
The annual winners were revealed at a gala event held within Messe Düsseldorf, attended by 450 guests.
The 2026 ABYC award winners and presenters (left to right) include Ed Sherman, Tim Murphy, Bob MacNeill, Kimberly Horn, David Marlow, Sandy MacNeill, John Adey and Christina Paul. Photo Credit: ABYC
Augusto “Kiko” Villalon Lifetime Achievement Award: Bob and Sandy MacNeill
ABYC President John Adey presented the award to Bob and Sandy MacNeill. “Traditionally, this award has been presented to an individual; however, my experience with Bob is that I rarely utter his name without it being followed by Sandy,” Adey said.
Bob MacNeill has held executive roles at Chris-Craft, Carver, Viking, Outboard Marine Corporation and other companies. He also served as president and later chair of the board at the Westlawn Institute of Marine Technology and ran two consulting businesses.
Quicksilver Boats celebrate 40th anniversary in 2026 Quicksilver Boats revealed a new special
logo to commemorate the company’s 40th anniversary at boot Düsseldorf in late January.
“We are thrilled to celebrate four decades of Quicksilver at boot Düsseldorf,” said Quicksilver Boat sales director, Alexis Fléchier. “Our history is built on innovation, passion and customer trust. This anniversary is not just a celebration of the past, but a commitment to continuing our tradition of excellence and delivering exceptional boating experiences.”
Launched in 1986 when Brunswick Corporation and Mercury Marine began manufacturing inflatable boats in Europe, Quicksilver has grown to become a prominent brand in France, Spain, Denmark, Germany, Austria, Benelux, Switzerland and Italy. The company diversified to offer aluminium and fibreglass boats in 1993, then acquired French fishing boat brand Arvor in 1999.
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The awards were judged based on a comprehensive set of criteria, including design, innovation, build quality, driving performance, functionality, and value for money. A jury of specialised journalists and experts from leading European motorboat magazines was responsible for selecting the winners.
The winners of the EPOTY Awards by category are:
Sport Boats (up to 10m): Sea Ray SDX 270 Surf Motor Yachts (up to 14m): Windy SR40 Motor Yachts (up to 18m): Sasga Menorquín 48 Motor Yachts (up to 24m): De Antonio Yachts D60 Catamarans: Bluegame BGF45
The EYOTY 2026 winners are:
Best Family Cruising Yacht 2026: Excess 13 Best Bluewater Cruiser 2026: Pure 42
Best Performance Cruiser 2026: Beneteau First 30 (monohull), Dragonfly 36 (multihull) Best Luxury Cruiser 2026: Wauquiez 55 Special Mention (One to Watch): Woy 26
Dragonfly 36 (multihull), by Quorning Boats
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