Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Preview

The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, or FLIBS as it’s more widely known, is the largest in-water boat show in the world with more than 1,000 boats on display. It’s also among the most international, at least in North America, with manufacturers from 52 different countries exhibiting this year. You name it – at FLIBS you can find it all, from inflatables to superyachts.

Held at multiple locations in Fort Lauderdale from October 26 through 30, the 2022 FLIBS is looking like the best yet. Here’s just a peek at some of the newest models that will be on display at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.

Fairline F//Line 33

Fairline F//Line 33

When one of Britain’s premiere yacht builders decides it’s time to launch its own take on a luxury day boat, the boating world will sit up and take notice and that’s exactly what’s transpiring with Fairline and its jaw-dropping F//Line 33. Designed with the legendary Alberto Mancini, the stunning F//Line 33 pours all the timeless style and boiling sex appeal of a classic 60s Jaguar into a fresh, contemporary and utterly exhilarating day yacht.

Galeon 375 GTO

Galeon 375 GTO

Polish yacht builder Galeon plans to have its new 375 GTO – short for Grand Touring Outboard – in the water at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show making its first show appearance in North America. Building on the success of the company’s 325 GTO, the new boat brings more of everything in a sporty, capable hull that can still run in the range of 90 km/hr.

Highfield Sport 900

Highfield Sport 900

Making its North American debut at FLIBS is the all-new Sport 900 inflatable from Highfield Boats. The 9.1-metre flagship features a new, high-performance 26-degree-deadrise hull with welded lift stakes for speeds of up to 60 mph when powered by twin 300 horsepower outboards. The helm console has space for two 30cm multifunction displays to aid navigation, while the bow seating area converts to a large sun lounge complementing the additional sunpad aft.

Ocean Alexander 28E

Ocean Alexander 28E

Ocean Alexander’s stunning 28E makes its North American debut at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, bringing explorer yacht capability and five-star luxury. Equipped with five opulently appointed staterooms, a massive stern beach club, a huge upper cockpit with a hot tub and a penthouse-style skylounge, this is one luxury yacht that’s sure to please even the most discriminating tastes.

Pursuit OS 445

Pursuit OS 455

Pursuit’s largest model to date, the exciting OS 445 features a modern galley-up design, a new bridge deck that opens to let the fresh air flow through and dual staterooms below with all the comforts of a luxury yacht. Yet this boat is made to fish, with in-floor fish boxes, rod holders, plenty of space for gear, a Seakeeper and a 600-gallon fuel capacity to get far offshore where the big ones swim.

Sailfish 312 CC

Sailfish 312 CC

The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show will mark the world debut for the new 312 CC from Sailfish Boats. Riding on the company’s VDS hull platform and boasting a boatload of fresh amenities – like an eye-popping 29 rod holders, 17 stainless drink holders and an onboard head with over 6 feet of head space – this new day boat takes offshore fishing to a whole new level.

Sanlorenzo SP110

Sanlorenzo SP110

Making its US debut at FLIBS is the stunning Sanlorenzo SP110, a hydrojet-powered sports yacht that’s the first model in the fabled Italian builder’s new SP (Smart Performance) line-up. With space for up to eight guests being spoiled by a 5-person crew, the twin-deck SP110 will get to its destinations quickly thanks to its triple 2,000-horsepower MAN V12s.

Sunseeker 88 Yacht

Sunseeker 88 Yacht

Making its US debut at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show will be Sunseeker’s brilliant new 88 Yacht, which features Sunseeker’s expansive beach club accessed by dual sweeping staircases featuring recessed LED lighting. Powered by twin MTU 10v 2000’s as standard or twin MTU 12v 2000’s as an option, the 88 Yacht accommodates eight guests and four crew in complete luxury and comfort while reaching speeds of up to 28 knots.