tenders
Highfield Sport 420
A member of the new Sport Collection, launching the next generation of Highfield Boats’ durable rigid inflatable boats (RIBs), the Sport 420 combines luxury features with a heavy-duty aluminum hull, making it the perfect deluxe yacht tender.
Highfield Sport 520
Part of the 2021 Sport Collection from Highfield Boats, the world’s largest builder of aluminum-hull rigid inflatable boats (RIBS), the new Sport 520 is a versatile sportboat that also is well suited for use as a luxury superyacht tender.
Highfield Sport 650
New for 2021, the Sport 650 has the performance, durability and reliability to take you on adventures you can only pursue in a rigid inflatable boat (RIB).
DinghyPro
DinghyPro offer a variety of new soft bottom inflatable boats and Ribs as well as Inflatables designed for First responders, fire and police agencies.
Trained Horses: Everglades 435cc
The Everglades 435cc hits 58 knots, stows 40 fishing rods and shreds a challenging sea.
The Superyacht Life: A Custom Confection
Cutting edge electronics and state-of-the-art technical systems make many yachts as interesting as the destinations they frequent. Onboard pools and hot tubs are more than a place for two or three people to relax. The fun never stops, with toys by the dozen that were unimaginable even a decade ago. And luxury yacht charter is, quite simply, the best-kept secret in travel.
The Toys of Summer
The pleasures of cruising on a yacht do not have to be limited to the confines of the mothership. Here are our editors’ picks of some of the coolest tenders and toys on the market today.
News and Launches
Perini Navi recently celebrated the delivery of Clan VIII and tender yard Naumatec has launched the stylish Freccia 1200.
Tenders
Check out three tenders that could be the next boat you stow on the yacht. Zodiac, Yellowfin and Carbon Craft give us an array of tenders for yachts from 60 to 600 feet.
Over the Waves and Under
Whether you want to cruise over the water from yacht to shore or explore the ecosystems hidden deep under the waves, this issue has something for you.
Tender Ashore in Style
Twenty years ago, Boston Whalers and RIBs were as popular with large-yacht buyers as they were with boaters who owned just these craft. They served as occasional toys or were used for utilitarian purposes by the mothership’s crew, and sometimes both. The more yachts grew in size, though, the more time they started spending at anchor. Suddenly, owners found themselves needing a better way of getting to and from shore.
Tenders
Picking the right tender already isn't easy, but more choices is never a bad thing! This year, Hodgdon and Novurania have a few new models for you to consider.
Tenders Times Three
Looking for a new tender? Why not consider these options from Grand-Craft, Cherubini and Belzona?
Making Waves: Nouvoyage Limo Tender
This Michael Peters–designed Nouvoyage Limousine Tender 33 may become the first amphibious craft to combine luxury with remarkable speed both on land and in the water: 85 and 32.2 mph, respectively.
Tommy Bahama and Hacker Boats: From Silk to Mahogany
The Tommy Bahama label evokes coastal living and the island life. As you think Tommy Bahama, images of swaying palm trees and loose-fitting silk shirts emblazoned with jumping marlins probably float to mind, but rustic hand-hewed cabins and Adirondack chairs? Probably not.
What You Want On Your Yacht
Whether you're looking for a new tender or just something to make life onboard a little more enjoyable, we bring you some new products from companies like Novurania, Mirage, Eco Yacht Toys, and Bristol Yacht Components.
Miami 2013: Absolute 40 STL
Established in 2002, this Italian company already has an impressive range of models available. A few of those will be on display in Miami this year. One, the sleek 40 STL, is an impressive open yacht with more than enough to appeal as either a superyacht tender or dayboat.
Miami 2013: Intrepid 375 Walkaround
When customers asked for a boat with the sexy lines of Intrepid’s Cuddy series while keeping the ease of access of the 350 Walk Around, the design team responded with the 375 Walk Around.
Miami 2013: Deep Impact 330LS
A new addition to Deep Impact’s line of tenders and powerboats, the first 330LS was finished just in time to make her Fort Lauderdale debut and will reappear in Miami this year. For this line, LS stands for Luxury Seating, and when you look at the plans you can see why.
Miami 2013: Ecoboats Silennis S020
Ecoboats is taking it a step further. This Fort Lauderdale-based company is launching its first boat in Miami this year: the Silennis S020. Entirely electric, the Silennis makes no wake, no noise and requires no gas. Ever.
Making Waves: Pirelli PZero Sport
This is not your father’s inflatable. When Pirelli first sold boats, they were popular, easy to use and hard working. Early in its history, Pirelli ventured outside of the industrial world into motorsports and even fashion. Naturally, when it revisited the boating sector with its new line of PZero tenders, style had to be part of the mix.
Sessa Style: Fly 54, C44 and Key Largo 34
Sessa is a relative newcomer to the flybridge market. A year ago it introduced in Miami its first flybridge yacht, the Fly 45. Then came the Fly 40. In Miami this year Sessa unveils its 54 in part to meet the demands of its US dealer Total Marine.