In its January 2025 issue, Boat International magazine presents a selection of standout yachts ranging from 12 to 24 metres, emphasizing design, performance and innovation. The roundup covers models from various builders, including motor yachts, sailing yachts and eco-focused vessels. These boats cater to day trips, weekend getaways and family cruising.
Boat International's latest feature explores yachts between 12 and 24 metres, highlighting advancements in interior and exterior design, power and creative shipbuilding. Published in the January 2025 edition, the article by Sam Fortescue details several new and updated models.
The Riva Capri 58, an evolution of the 56' Rivale, reaches speeds of 37 knots and includes two guest cabins. Its cockpit features a fixed canopy, central sunpad and starboard bar unit for entertaining.
The 14.15-metre Bluegame BGF45, developed with American Magic from the America's Cup, uses a fixed foil to hit 36 knots from 19 knots, offering fuel efficiency and space for four overnight.
At 18.61 metres, the Pearl 63 debuted at the Palma boat show with a three-deck layout, including a hardtop flybridge and opening cockpit wings. Interiors feature slatted cabinetry and leather, with a full-beam owner's cabin and additional doubles.
The Pershing GTX70, measuring 21.76 metres, achieves 36 knots via three IPS drives and boasts fold-down terraces on the aft deck. It provides a spacious saloon, full-beam owner's suite and forward VIP cabin.
Other notables include the 17.25-metre Azimut Seadeck 6 Sundeck, with hybrid options and up to 31 knots; the 22.38-metre Horizon V68 inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright, using walnut and quartz finishes; and the 19.48-metre CNB 62, designed by Philippe Briand with a Targa arch and flexible cabin layouts.
Innovative designs like the 18.18-metre JFA Aqua 60 with Michelin's inflatable Wisamo wing sail and electric propulsion stand out for ease of use. The 23.99-metre Swan 80, by German Frers and Misa Poggi, offers twin rudders and classic joinery.
Racing-focused entries include the 21.4-metre wallyrocket71, lighter than Maxi 72s with quick water ballast shifts. Cruisers like the 16.9-metre Solaris 55 and 20.1-metre Grand Soleil 65 Performance emphasize speed and modern lines. The 23.91-metre Lagoon Eighty2, launched in September 2025, has sold 11 units with superyacht features.
Smaller options such as the 15.95-metre Say 52 at 45 knots and 13.5-metre Greenline 42 with solar panels round out the selection, targeting various markets from Mediterranean hops to eco-conscious anchoring.