The 65th annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show took over Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in October 2024, showcasing more than 1,300 boats at seven different locations. Here are a few of the boats that debuted at the 2024 show!
AQUILA had its North American debut of the Aquila 50 Yacht Power Catamaran, designed with a three-cabin, three-head layout and panoramic windows.
AXOPAR had U.S. premieres of the AXOPAR 29 CCX and new electric boat brand AX/E, offering fully electric boats in partnership with EVOY.
BOSTON WHALER’S newest and largest dual console, the brand-new 330 Vantage, made its debut. This model features a convertible port lounge, a large head under the passenger console and flip-down transom seat with bait-prep station.
BRABUS has its U.S. premiere of the new BRABUS Shadow 1000 Sun-Top Signature Edition, a power-packed boat that can hit 60 knots.
CRUISERS 57 FLY (recently rebranded from the 55 FLY) made its world debut. This new flybridge model features a submersible swim platform, versatile seating, three staterooms and a portside fold-down veranda.
ECLIPSE YACHTS unveiled its 505 Shadow, the first completed model of the ECLIPSE fleet. This new boat brand features an outboard express cruising model lineup, with the 605 Shadow, ECLIPSE 395 and 455 also in the works.
GRADY-WHITE’S new Freedom 345 packs a lot in 34 feet, including a wide, spacious bow, a full-height windshield, a berth, a head and a portside cockpit galley.
HIGHFIELD debuted its new Highfield 420 Velox RIB, powered by BRP’s Rotax jet.
INVICTUS YACHTS debuted its TT430S America, specifically designed for the American market and featuring three 400-hp outboard engines.
MAG BAY’S brand-new 38 CC won the FLIBS “Best In Show” award for boats under 60 feet.
MARITIMO had its Americas premiere of the M75 and M55 Black Edition.
NAVAN, Brunswick’s new boat brand, made its American debut, offering visitors a chance to tour its C30 and S30 models.
PARDO’S new flagship, the GT75, made its U.S. premiere. This 75-footer boasts accommodations for up to eight people and has all the comforts of home.
RIVIERA had its Americas premiere of the Riviera 6800 Sport Yacht Platinum Edition, which features a spacious aft deck with an extended hardtop and large sunroof, and a beach club with a generous tender garage.
SAXDOR had its U.S. premiere of the flagship 400 GTC and the launch of the innovative MySaxdor App, allowing owners to remotely monitor and manage their boats.
SEA RAY celebrated its 65th Anniversary with the world premiere of its SDX 270 Outboard and SDX 250 Outboard and a sneak peek of the SDX 230 Outboard.
SŌLACE BOAT’S brand-new 28HCS is a versatile hybrid boat powered by Yamaha outboards.
SUNSEEKER had the U.S. debut of its Predator 55.
TIARA YACHTS showcased the new EX 54, with its signature Glass Patio module; the reimagined 43 LE, featuring an updated rotating lounge module; and the 48 LS, showcasing the Adventure Module with fishing amenities.
VIKING debuted its new 74 and 82. The 82 was launched last summer to mark the company’s 60th anniversary.
WORLD CAT launched the new 400DC-X Island, the successor to its 400DC.
