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February 2024 – Preparing for the Upcoming Yachting Season

February 29th, 2024

As February wanes, at last, the days are lengthening, and we are seeing the subtle stirrings of spring. Around the globe, our clients are beginning to prepare for the upcoming 2024 yachting season. All this means that Team Berthon is busy with preparations for a number of upcoming events, with the Palma International Boat Show being next on the agenda in April. We are also pleased to announce the return of the WCC Bluewater Open Day at Berthon’s Lymington HQ on Saturday, June 22nd, and you can now register for this event here.

^ A snap from 2023’s WCC event is pictured above.

Meanwhile, our 2024 Berthon Yacht Market Report is in the works for release at Easter. In addition to presenting our insights about the global yacht market, the report includes articles addressing key industry issues such as VAT implications, electric propulsion systems, yacht ownership, and the current bumps in the road for yacht brokerage.

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Top 7 Yacht Sales Insights for February 2024 | Following boot Düsseldorf, emerging patterns for the 2024 season are now becoming apparent.

Pegasus Yachts – A Fresh Perspective | Ben Cooper shares his enthusiasm about Pegasus Yachts and how these remarkable fast cruising yachts dare to be unashamedly different. With vibrant colors as you wish, 360-degree saloon and helm views, excellent performance, and intriguing accommodation, they result in something special and slightly outside the norm.

Outrageously good-looking Dale Classic 45, MORE MAGIC, now on video | You can witness firsthand that MORE MAGIC is stunning both inside and out. Meticulously maintained by Dale Yachts since her launch in 2006, she has been specified for extensive cruising and is equipped with a pair of Yanmar 500hp diesel engines, along with all the equipment for your cruising comfort.

The last of the Discovery 67s – SAPPHIRE II OF LONDON is for Sale… | The last Discovery 67 to splash in 2011, and she comes highly specified with all the equipment for world cruising. Under current ownership, she has undergone significant systems and rigging refit and renewal. Her light and airy maple interior is simply lovely. Currently lying in Brisbane, Australia, with local duty paid, this striking bluewater mile muncher is ready for more adventures.

Bluewater cruiser offering great value! – Discovery 67, TILLY MINT now at a reduced price | Back in the Mediterranean, you will find TILLY MINT lying in Palma de Mallorca, and she is priced to sell. Our brokers know her well, and Nathalie from Berthon Spain, who once crewed aboard her, writes for us. Maintained impeccably by the Berthon Spain service team with numerous refits and upgrades, she is now turnkey-ready for more serious cruising.

Alongside these two smashing Disco 67s, our healthy Discovery brokerage page currently feature several 55s and a 58.

The legend that is FPB 83, WIND HORSE | The first of the FPB series designed by Steve and Linda Dashew, who cruised aboard her for over 60,000 nautical miles, WIND HORSE has a magnificent Kelly Archer interior finished in high-gloss honey and teak. She is an extraordinary sea boat, has the ability to surf, and offers recovery from capsize, as well as vast range.More Magic

Windy 31 Zonda, DAYZ – sleek, functional & seductive | An exceptional sports cruiser that delivers power, excellent handling, fabulous looks, and, most importantly, residual value! Lightly used, she comes with low engine hours, a full service history for her Volvo Penta D6-400, and has been immaculately maintained.

Serious Mile Muncher Challenge 67, WHIRLWIND is for Sale | Commissioned by Sir Chay Blyth’s Challenge Business, the Challenge 67 fleet was conceived and built for one-design racing around the world. Currently sailing with a Sailing School in France, she has been extensively updated and is kept in full cruising trim. WHIRLWIND offers a wealth of capability and endless opportunities for adventure and exploration.

The Exceptional Sweden Yachts 42, FREYA is for Sale | From 2004, she is in great condition and is a very shiny member of the sisterhood. Much updated in this ownership, she is ready to sail. The Sweden Yachts 42 offers excellent sailing performance and is easily handled short-handed, with great accommodation for 6 and a fantastic cockpit.

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