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Admiral wants to ensure seafarers get more than they bargained for. The flagship brand of the Italian Sea Group has unveiled a new 131-foot (40-meter) model that offers the space and amenities of a much larger superyacht. Named after the Italian word for “40,” Quaranta is the product of a collaboration between Monaco-based studio the A Group and the Italian Sea Group’s Centro Stile. Labeled “contemporary and modern” by the Italian yard, the semi-custom cruiser showcases sleek, elegant lines that flow from the sharp bow to the sculpted stern.

Van der Valk is helping one seafarer go bigger and better than before. The Dutch shipyard has just announced it is building a third custom superyacht for a repeat client with ever-changing needs. Named after the Portuguese word for “raft,” the 115-foot Jangada takes design cues from the 82-foot Jangada and the 105-foot Jangada but is longer and more luxurious than its predecessors.

What Pearl’s newest fleet member lacks in length it makes up for in height. The 82-footer, which the British shipyard first presented in design form at the Düsseldorf Boat Show in January 2023, showcases a lofty layout that ensures it is compact yet spacious. Featuring naval architecture and exterior design by Bill Dixon of Dixon Yacht Design, the Pearl 82 cuts a sporty profile with a sleek GRP hull and sculpted GRP superstructure. It is also the only yacht in its class to have a raised pilothouse, according to Pearl. This innovative configuration resulted in substantial interior volumes of 106 GT.

Candela’s first electric C-8 Polestar hydrofoiler, all dressed up in that auto brand’s finery, was delivered this week. Last year, the Swedish boat builder announced this special edition as an extension of its collaboration with Polestar.

If you thought Uber Black was the fanciest it gets, think again. The ride-hailing company is expanding its Uber Boat offerings starting this month, including the use of Uber Yacht in the European hot spot of Ibiza. On the Mediterranean island, you’ll be able to book a private Sunseeker cruiser for the day, with room for up to eight people. The eight-hour trip, which costs 1,600 euros ($1,723), comes with a personal skipper, a bottle of Champagne, and local snacks—plus Uber transfers to and from the yacht, of course.