Standout superyacht tenders from around the world

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1 - Tender 15 Tender 15

Winner of the Open Tender of the Year category in the BOAT International Design and Innovation Awards

Designed to accompany a 30 metre Sunseeker yacht, the Tender 15 sports a number of unique features, including petite dimensions and ease of use, which makes it a good fit for smaller yachts. At 4.5 metres long and two metres by beam, the tender is small enough to be launched and retrieved without the use of heavy cranes or specialist equipment. The Tender 15 can accommodate a total of seven passengers and includes a hull shape specifically designed for a dry ride. LOA: 4.5m Beam: 2m Engines: 80hp Mercury outboard Passengers: 7 Builder: Schaaf Yachtbau Designer: Steve Leisner

Designed to accompany a 30 metre Sunseeker yacht, the Tender 15 sports a number of unique features, including petite dimensions and ease of use, which makes it a good fit for smaller yachts. At 4.5 metres long and two metres by beam, the tender is small enough to be launched and retrieved without the use of heavy cranes or specialist equipment. The Tender 15 can accommodate a total of seven passengers and includes a hull shape specifically designed for a dry ride.

LOA: 4.5m
Beam: 2m
Engines: 80hp Mercury outboard
Passengers: 7
Builder: Schaaf Yachtbau
Designer: Steve Leisner

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2 - SolasSolas

Winner of the Limousine Tender of the Year category in the BOAT Innovation and Design Awards

One notable feature of this limousine tender includes its ability to fit snugly inside a yacht garage with a total height of just 2.4 metres. It can also serve as both the guest tender, with comfortable accommodation in a sheltered, air-conditioned interior for 15 guests. Solas can reach speeds of up to 30 knots thanks to two Volvo Penta D3 220 engines. At this speed, even water-skiing is an option too. And the Solas tender can also hold up to 38 people when acting as a rescue boat in an emergency. LOA: 11m Passengers: 15 Top Speed 30 knots Engines: 2x Volvo Penta D3 220 Builder: Knierim Yachtbau Designer: Beiderbeck Designs Interior Design: Beiderbeck Designs

One notable feature of this limousine tender includes its ability to fit snugly inside a yacht garage with a total height of just 2.4 metres. It can also serve as both the guest tender, with comfortable accommodation in a sheltered, air-conditioned interior for 15 guests. Solas can reach speeds of up to 30 knots thanks to two Volvo Penta D3 220 engines. At this speed, even water-skiing is an option too. And the Solas tender can also hold up to 38 people when acting as a rescue boat in an emergency.

LOA: 11m
Passengers: 15
Top Speed 30 knots
Engines: 2x Volvo Penta D3 220
Builder: Knierim Yachtbau
Designer: Beiderbeck Designs
Interior Design: Beiderbeck Designs

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3 - Evo T2 Evo T2

This seven-metre custom tender was originally commissioned by the owner of a new 46 metre Sanlorenzo superyacht but its success has led to Evo Launches launching a new range of day boats for superyachts. The tender was designed by Valerio Rivellini, who followed the owner’s brief for a “luxurious, elegant and high-performance” tender. Key features include space and charging points for two Seabobs, a table for eight people and a towing hook for water skiing. A 300hp inboard engine provides a cruising speed of 28 knots and top speed of 36 knots. LOA: 7m Beam: 6.1m Draught: 2.55,m Top Speed: 36 knots Fuel Capacity: 150 litres Designer: Valerio Rivellini Engines: 1x300hp Passengers: 8

This seven-metre custom tender was originally commissioned by the owner of a new 46 metre Sanlorenzo superyacht but its success has led to Evo Launches launching a new range of day boats for superyachts. The tender was designed by Valerio Rivellini, who followed the owner’s brief for a “luxurious, elegant and high-performance” tender. Key features include space and charging points for two Seabobs, a table for eight people and a towing hook for water skiing. A 300hp inboard engine provides a cruising speed of 28 knots and top speed of 36 knots.

LOA: 7m
Beam: 6.1m
Draught: 2.55,m
Top Speed: 36 knots
Fuel Capacity: 150 litres
Designer: Valerio Rivellini
Engines: 1x300hp
Passengers: 8

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4 - 48 Wallytender 48 Wallytender

An evolution on the 118 Wallypower first introduced in 2002, the 48 Wallytender is the first Wally product to be revealed following the brand's acquisition by the Ferretti Group. This standalone runabout is intended for day or overnight cruising and features general interior volumes, with an owner's suite down below. A key exterior feature is the fold-down bulwark sections that increase the swim platform while at anchor. LOA: 14.5m Beam: 4.4m Displacement: 11,500kg Top speed: 38 knots Draught: 1.2m Range: 305 nautical miles at 32 knots

An evolution on the 118 Wallypower first introduced in 2002, the 48 Wallytender is the first Wally product to be revealed following the brand's acquisition by the Ferretti Group. This standalone runabout is intended for day or overnight cruising and features general interior volumes, with an owner's suite down below. A key exterior feature is the fold-down bulwark sections that increase the swim platform while at anchor.

LOA: 14.5m
Beam: 4.4m
Displacement: 11,500kg
Top speed: 38 knots
Draught: 1.2m
Range: 305 nautical miles at 32 knots

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5 - Onda 331GT Onda 331GT

This 10 metre open tender sports a fully customisable modular design, allowing owners to create their own ideal boat. With a Deep V hull, the boat can reach top speeds of 60 knots thanks to a pair of 250hp outboard engines, though an inboard option is also available. Onda chief executive George Riginos said the 331GT was “not just a support boat or tender to a superyacht, but a ‘mini yacht’ in its own right.” LOA: 10m Beam: 3.25m Top speed: 60 knots Displacement: 3,200kg Fuel capactity: 600 litres Max horsepower: 1400 HP

This 10 metre open tender sports a fully customisable modular design, allowing owners to create their own ideal boat. With a Deep V hull, the boat can reach top speeds of 60 knots thanks to a pair of 250hp outboard engines, though an inboard option is also available. Onda chief executive George Riginos said the 331GT was “not just a support boat or tender to a superyacht, but a ‘mini yacht’ in its own right.”

LOA: 10m
Beam: 3.25m
Top speed: 60 knots
Displacement: 3,200kg
Fuel capactity: 600 litres
Max horsepower: 1400 HP

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6 - Hodgdon Venetian Limousine tender Hodgdon Venetian Limousine tender

This 9.5 metre Limousine tender was designed by the Florida-based designer Michael Peters Yacht Design and was delivered earlier this year to a German shipyard. Key design details include mirrored windows and port and starboard hull side doors for easy aft side boarding. Inside, the luxury cabin is equipped with spacious seating for up to 12 passengers. LOA: 9.5 metre Beam: 2.96 metre Speed: 36+ knots Engines: Twin Volvo D3-220 Passengers: 12 guests + 2 crew

This 9.5 metre Limousine tender was designed by the Florida-based designer Michael Peters Yacht Design and was delivered earlier this year to a German shipyard. Key design details include mirrored windows and port and starboard hull side doors for easy aft side boarding. Inside, the luxury cabin is equipped with spacious seating for up to 12 passengers.

LOA: 9.5 metre
Beam: 2.96 metre
Speed: 36+ knots
Engines: Twin Volvo D3-220
Passengers: 12 guests + 2 crew

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7 - T/T Scout T/T Scout

This eight metre tender, instantly recognisable for her striking sunshine yellow hull, has been specifically designed by Cockwells to mimic the exterior design detailing of her mothership, the 63 metre Hakvoort explorer Scout. The convertible limousine tender can transport a total of 10 guests and two crew and has been described as a "touchscreen heaven", with electric doors that can be tinted at the touch of a button to offer protection from the sun. LOA: 8 metre Beam: 2.53 metre Max speed: 37 knots Displacement: 3325kg Engines: 2 x Volvo D3 - 220 HP Passengers: 10

This eight metre tender, instantly recognisable for her striking sunshine yellow hull, has been specifically designed by Cockwells to mimic the exterior design detailing of her mothership, the 63 metre Hakvoort explorer Scout. The convertible limousine tender can transport a total of 10 guests and two crew and has been described as a "touchscreen heaven", with electric doors that can be tinted at the touch of a button to offer protection from the sun.

LOA: 8 metre
Beam: 2.53 metre
Max speed: 37 knots
Displacement: 3325kg
Engines: 2 x Volvo D3 - 220 HP
Passengers: 10

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8 - Whitehaven Harbour Classic 40 Whitehaven Harbour Classic 40

This brand new 12.9 metre day boat from Whitehaven debuted last month and evokes “the elegance and ease of a bygone era,” according to the yard. Key features include generous aft deck seating, a spacious saloon and lounge for hosting social soirees and accommodation for a maximum of six guests. Offering the option of either single or twin propulsion packages, the Whitehaven Harbour Classic 40 is available with a sporty short roof or a longer roof for a fully covered cockpit. LOA: 12.9 metre Beam: 3.9 metre Draft: 0.9 metres Fuel Capacity: 1,000 litres Passengers: Six

This brand new 12.9 metre day boat from Whitehaven debuted last month and evokes “the elegance and ease of a bygone era,” according to the yard. Key features include generous aft deck seating, a spacious saloon and lounge for hosting social soirees and accommodation for a maximum of six guests. Offering the option of either single or twin propulsion packages, the Whitehaven Harbour Classic 40 is available with a sporty short roof or a longer roof for a fully covered cockpit.

LOA: 12.9 metre
Beam: 3.9 metre
Draft: 0.9 metres
Fuel Capacity: 1,000 litres
Passengers: Six

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9 - Sunseeker Hawk 38 Sunseeker Hawk 38

This new performance day boat from Sunseeker sees the yard “return to its performance roots” and “draw on the company’s racing heritage,” the yard said. The 11.85 metre boat has been designed in collaboration with Fabio Buzzi Design and has a top speed of 62 knots thanks to twin Mercury R400 outboard engines. Described as “the ultimate superyacht chase boat”, the Hawk 38 is available in a number of paint finishes and upholstery meaning that two boats are unlikely to ever be the same. • LOA: 11.85m • Beam: 3.01m • Displacement: 5,000Kg • Top Speed: 62 knots • Fuel Capacity: 700 litres • Designer: Fabio Buzzi Design/ Sunseeker • Engines: Twin Mercury R400 outboard engines • Passengers: 7

This new performance day boat from Sunseeker sees the yard “return to its performance roots” and “draw on the company’s racing heritage,” the yard said. The 11.85 metre boat has been designed in collaboration with Fabio Buzzi Design and has a top speed of 62 knots thanks to twin Mercury R400 outboard engines. Described as “the ultimate superyacht chase boat”, the Hawk 38 is available in a number of paint finishes and upholstery meaning that two boats are unlikely to ever be the same.

• LOA: 11.85m

• Beam: 3.01m

• Displacement: 5,000Kg

• Top Speed: 62 knots

• Fuel Capacity: 700 litres

• Designer: Fabio Buzzi Design/ Sunseeker

• Engines: Twin Mercury R400 outboard engines

• Passengers: 7

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10 - Alia Yachts 16m Dayboat Alia Yachts 16m Dayboat

Originally developed for a private client hunting a fast dayboat he couldn’t find in the wider market, this 16 metre dayboat from Alia Yachts features naval architecture, exterior and interior design developed in collaboration with Dixon Yacht Design. Key features include an on deck main saloon and galley, both of which are shaded by a large fibreglass hardtop. Other features include a double cabin with an ensuite, a shower and second galley with sink and fridge. Power comes from twin Volvo IPS 650 units for a top speed of over 35 knots. Fitted with bigger engine alternatives, the boat would be able to exceed 40 knots. • LOA: 16m • Beam: 4.7m • Top Speed: 35 knots • Draught: 0.97m • Fuel Capacity: 2,600 litres • Engines: Twin Volvo IPS 650 units • Designer: Dixon Yacht Design/ Alia Yachts • Passengers: 12

Originally developed for a private client hunting a fast dayboat he couldn’t find in the wider market, this 16 metre dayboat from Alia Yachts features naval architecture, exterior and interior design developed in collaboration with Dixon Yacht Design. Key features include an on deck main saloon and galley, both of which are shaded by a large fibreglass hardtop. Other features include a double cabin with an ensuite, a shower and second galley with sink and fridge. Power comes from twin Volvo IPS 650 units for a top speed of over 35 knots. Fitted with bigger engine alternatives, the boat would be able to exceed 40 knots.

• LOA: 16m

• Beam: 4.7m

• Top Speed: 35 knots

• Draught: 0.97m

• Fuel Capacity: 2,600 litres

• Engines: Twin Volvo IPS 650 units

• Designer: Dixon Yacht Design/ Alia Yachts

• Passengers: 12

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11 - Custom Sense Tender for Stella di Mare Custom Sense Tender for Stella di Mare

The 7.5 metre custom Sense tender was designed specifically to accompany its mother ship Stella di Mare, the CBI Navi 39.67 metre superyacht delivered earlier this year. Both Stella di Mare and her Sense tender were designed by Hydro Tec. Designed with three generations in mind, the Sense tender had to be stable and comfortable for the 75-year-old owner while being speedy enough to cater for water sports, such as water skiing. Accessibility to and from the tender was key. It features an opening bow access directly to the shore and an aft embarkation built to the same height as the swimming platform of Stella di Mare. • LOA: 7.5m • Beam: 5.95m • Top Speed: 40 knots • Fuel Capacity: 260 litres • Draught: 0.57m • Passengers: 11

The 7.5 metre custom Sense tender was designed specifically to accompany its mother ship Stella di Mare, the CBI Navi 39.67 metre superyacht delivered earlier this year. Both Stella di Mare and her Sense tender were designed by Hydro Tec. Designed with three generations in mind, the Sense tender had to be stable and comfortable for the 75-year-old owner while being speedy enough to cater for water sports, such as water skiing. Accessibility to and from the tender was key. It features an opening bow access directly to the shore and an aft embarkation built to the same height as the swimming platform of Stella di Mare.

• LOA: 7.5m

• Beam: 5.95m

• Top Speed: 40 knots

• Fuel Capacity: 260 litres

• Draught: 0.57m

• Passengers: 11

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12 - Nauta Tender 48 Nauta Tender 48

Nauta Design’s custom designed sailing superyacht chase boat, the 14.62 metre Nauta Tender 48, features exterior and interior design by Nauta Design and naval architecture by Francesco Rogantin. The Nauta 48 is intended for a variety of roles, such as “scouting potential anchorages, bringing guests to shore, provisioning and staying in ports too shallow for the mother yacht.” The tender can also be used for “occasionally short, autonomous cruises” in its own right. LOA: 14.62 metres Beam: 4.37 metres Top speed: 37 knots Fuel capacity: 2100 litre Passengers: 12

Nauta Design’s custom designed sailing superyacht chase boat, the 14.62 metre Nauta Tender 48, features exterior and interior design by Nauta Design and naval architecture by Francesco Rogantin. The Nauta 48 is intended for a variety of roles, such as “scouting potential anchorages, bringing guests to shore, provisioning and staying in ports too shallow for the mother yacht.” The tender can also be used for “occasionally short, autonomous cruises” in its own right.

LOA: 14.62 metres
Beam: 4.37 metres
Top speed: 37 knots
Fuel capacity: 2100 litre
Passengers: 12

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13 - Omega 45 Omega 45

With an eyewatering top speed of 73.8 knots, Technohull’s Omega 45 is the tender of choice for those in a hurry. Measuring 13.8 metres, the Greek shipyard’s flagship features wrap around shockproof seats and includes a cockpit kitted out with an electronic console supported by touchscreen smart central control. The Omega 45 can be equipped with either inboard or outboard engines with a top propulsion option of four 44hp engines. LOA: 13.8m Beam: 3.5m Displacement: 5.2kg Top Speed: 73 knots Fuel Capacity: 1,100 litres Draught: 0.4m Air draught: 2.7 m Passengers: 10

With an eyewatering top speed of 73.8 knots, Technohull’s Omega 45 is the tender of choice for those in a hurry. Measuring 13.8 metres, the Greek shipyard’s flagship features wrap around shockproof seats and includes a cockpit kitted out with an electronic console supported by touchscreen smart central control. The Omega 45 can be equipped with either inboard or outboard engines with a top propulsion option of four 44hp engines.

LOA: 13.8m
Beam: 3.5m
Displacement: 5.2kg
Top Speed: 73 knots
Fuel Capacity: 1,100 litres
Draught: 0.4m
Air draught: 2.7 m
Passengers: 10

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14 - M30 M30

Designed as a “tribute to the great designers of the pre-war era”, the 9.1 metre M30 tender was designed by Jim Moores of Moores Marine Yacht Centre in collaboration with B&B Yacht Design. Designer Moores said the tender “is designed for the person who appreciates elegance, who wants a civilised little yacht but performance as well.” LOA: 9.1 metres Beam: 2.6 metre beam Displacement: 6,000 lbs Top speed: 40+ knots Fuel capacity: 90 gallons Draft: 0.8 metre Passengers: 2

Designed as a “tribute to the great designers of the pre-war era”, the 9.1 metre M30 tender was designed by Jim Moores of Moores Marine Yacht Centre in collaboration with B&B Yacht Design. Designer Moores said the tender “is designed for the person who appreciates elegance, who wants a civilised little yacht but performance as well.”

LOA: 9.1 metres
Beam: 2.6 metre beam
Displacement: 6,000 lbs
Top speed: 40+ knots
Fuel capacity: 90 gallons
Draft: 0.8 metre
Passengers: 2

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15 - Princess R35 Princess R35

For those looking for a fast thrill, the R35 may well fit the brief. With twin all aluminium V8 petrol engines, the R35 is the fastest ever Princess tender with a top speed of 50 knots. Described by Princess as “the most technologically advanced and significant sports yacht ever”, the R35 showcases a number of revolutionary performance capabilities including an Active Foil System developed with BAR technologies which optimises stability and manoeuvrability in all sea conditions. It is set to launch in September this year. LOA: 10.9m Beam: 3.3m Displacement: 4.5 tonnes Top speed: 50 knots Fuel capacity: 600 litres Draught: 0.7 metres

For those looking for a fast thrill, the R35 may well fit the brief. With twin all aluminium V8 petrol engines, the R35 is the fastest ever Princess tender with a top speed of 50 knots. Described by Princess as “the most technologically advanced and significant sports yacht ever”, the R35 showcases a number of revolutionary performance capabilities including an Active Foil System developed with BAR technologies which optimises stability and manoeuvrability in all sea conditions. It is set to launch in September this year.

LOA: 10.9m
Beam: 3.3m
Displacement: 4.5 tonnes
Top speed: 50 knots
Fuel capacity: 600 litres
Draught: 0.7 metres

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16 - Cockwells Titian Tender Cockwells Titian Tender

Built in Falmouth, this slick and stylish tender is hot off the press after being unveiled in May. Based on a concept by British design studio RWD, the Titian tender features interiors by Cullum Bespoke who brought experience from the world of luxury car customisation. With a beam of 2.8 metres, the tender can accommodate up to six guests for a day on the water who can relax beneath the shade of the electric bimini. Meanwhile the crew are treated to high-end systems including an Empirbus control system and electric anchor launcher and joystick controls. LOA: 10.5m Beam: 2.8m Displacement: 4 tonnes Top Speed: 40 knots Fuel capacity: 390 litres Draught: 0.5 m Air draught: 1.4m Passengers: 6 guests Price: From £750,000 + VAT

Built in Falmouth, this slick and stylish tender is hot off the press after being unveiled in May. Based on a concept by British design studio RWD, the Titian tender features interiors by Cullum Bespoke who brought experience from the world of luxury car customisation. With a beam of 2.8 metres, the tender can accommodate up to six guests for a day on the water who can relax beneath the shade of the electric bimini. Meanwhile the crew are treated to high-end systems including an Empirbus control system and electric anchor launcher and joystick controls.

LOA: 10.5m
Beam: 2.8m
Displacement: 4 tonnes
Top Speed: 40 knots
Fuel capacity: 390 litres
Draught: 0.5 m
Air draught: 1.4m
Passengers: 6 guests
Price: From £750,000 + VAT

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17 - Pirelli 1900 Pirelli 1900

With plenty of experience providing exceptional performance in wet conditions, Pirelli is a natural design partner for Italian yard Tecnorib. The 1900 is the largest maxi-RIB yet to spring from this collaboration, offering a superyacht chase boat to be proud of. With an overall weight of 16 tonnes, only the world’s largest superyachts could expect to carry one on board, but this 2,000hp speed machine would certainly make a fine addition to any yacht owner’s fleet. LOA: 18.5 metres Beam: 5 metres Displacement: 16 tonnes Top speed: 45 knots Fuel capacity: 2,000 litres Draught: 0.85 metres Air draught: 2.85 metres Passengers: 20 Price: From € 1.35M (ex.VAT)

With plenty of experience providing exceptional performance in wet conditions, Pirelli is a natural design partner for Italian yard Tecnorib. The 1900 is the largest maxi-RIB yet to spring from this collaboration, offering a superyacht chase boat to be proud of. With an overall weight of 16 tonnes, only the world’s largest superyachts could expect to carry one on board, but this 2,000hp speed machine would certainly make a fine addition to any yacht owner’s fleet.

LOA: 18.5 metres
Beam: 5 metres
Displacement: 16 tonnes
Top speed: 45 knots
Fuel capacity: 2,000 litres
Draught: 0.85 metres
Air draught: 2.85 metres
Passengers: 20
Price: From € 1.35M (ex.VAT)

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18 - Mazu 38 Mazu 38

Turkish yard Mazu only made its debut in 2016, but it has made a big impression in the months and years since, with its aggressive styling by Halit Yukay. Adding to its credentials as a superyacht chaseboat is a completely customisable interior and deck layout, as well as a removable bimini. LOA: 11.9 metres Beam: 3.7 metres Displacement: 8 tonnes Top speed: 45 knots Fuel capacity: 1,000 litres Draught: 0.6 metres Air draught: 2.1 metres Passengers: 10 Price: From €600,000

Turkish yard Mazu only made its debut in 2016, but it has made a big impression in the months and years since, with its aggressive styling by Halit Yukay. Adding to its credentials as a superyacht chaseboat is a completely customisable interior and deck layout, as well as a removable bimini.

LOA: 11.9 metres
Beam: 3.7 metres
Displacement: 8 tonnes
Top speed: 45 knots
Fuel capacity: 1,000 litres
Draught: 0.6 metres
Air draught: 2.1 metres
Passengers: 10
Price: From €600,000

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19 - Foiler Foiler

Offering the ultimate in head-turning style, the Foiler from UAE yard Enata Marine is at the forefront of a new wave of foiling superyacht tenders. Smooth cruising at speeds of up to 40 knots are offered via twin 320hp BMW hybrid engines and a retractable foiling system that lifts the hull up to 1.5 metres above the surface of the water. Built to CE Category B standards, the Foiler is suitable for extended coastal cruises with a maximum range of 260 nautical miles at 20 knots. Guests can enjoy the thrill of rising above the waves from a pair of bowrider bucket seats, and the transparent prow makes the experience even more spectacular. LOA: 9.6 metres Beam: 3.3 metres (7.2 metres when foiling) Displacement: TBC Top speed: 40 knots Fuel capacity: 300 litres Draught: 0.6 metres (1.9 metres when foiling) Air draught: 2.3 metres Passengers: 8 Price: Available on application

Offering the ultimate in head-turning style, the Foiler from UAE yard Enata Marine is at the forefront of a new wave of foiling superyacht tenders. Smooth cruising at speeds of up to 40 knots are offered via twin 320hp BMW hybrid engines and a retractable foiling system that lifts the hull up to 1.5 metres above the surface of the water.

Built to CE Category B standards, the Foiler is suitable for extended coastal cruises with a maximum range of 260 nautical miles at 20 knots. Guests can enjoy the thrill of rising above the waves from a pair of bowrider bucket seats, and the transparent prow makes the experience even more spectacular.

LOA: 9.6 metres
Beam: 3.3 metres (7.2 metres when foiling)
Displacement: TBC
Top speed: 40 knots
Fuel capacity: 300 litres
Draught: 0.6 metres (1.9 metres when foiling)
Air draught: 2.3 metres
Passengers: 8
Price: Available on application

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20 - Buehler Turbocraft Silverfin Buehler Turbocraft Silverfin

Often considered the most important piece of kit on board, superyacht tenders are invaluable for their ability to whisk guests ashore in the utmost comfort, while retaining a devilish turn of speed. We take a closer look a some of the very best... Currently under construction and due to launch in summer 2018, the Silverfin carries forward Buehler Turbocraft's threefold priorities of style, security and innovation. The touchscreen glass bridge and semi-planing hull take care of the latter, while the walkaround sidedecks ensure that practicality remains at the heart of this design. As for style, the super-sleek Silverfin strikes a fine balance between a traditional lobster boat and a modern expedition vessel. LOA: 12.00 metres Beam: 3.30 metres Displacement: 6,000kg Top speed: 20 knots Fuel capacity: 500 litres Draught: 0.9 metres Air draught: 2.4 metres Passengers: 10 Price: Available on application

Often considered the most important piece of kit on board, superyacht tenders are invaluable for their ability to whisk guests ashore in the utmost comfort, while retaining a devilish turn of speed. We take a closer look a some of the very best...

Currently under construction and due to launch in summer 2018, the Silverfin carries forward Buehler Turbocraft's threefold priorities of style, security and innovation. The touchscreen glass bridge and semi-planing hull take care of the latter, while the walkaround sidedecks ensure that practicality remains at the heart of this design. As for style, the super-sleek Silverfin strikes a fine balance between a traditional lobster boat and a modern expedition vessel.

LOA: 12.00 metres
Beam: 3.30 metres
Displacement: 6,000kg
Top speed: 20 knots
Fuel capacity: 500 litres
Draught: 0.9 metres
Air draught: 2.4 metres
Passengers: 10
Price: Available on application

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21 - Carbon Craft CC180 Carbon Craft CC180

Based in Tampa, Carbon Craft aims to offer the most safe and comfortable superyacht tenders on the water by using lightweight carbon fibre construction and a closed cell foam collar for superior spray deflection. The largest model in the range, the CC180, can whisk up to ten guests ashore at speeds in excess of 40 knots, thanks to a punchy 295hp diesel jet set-up. Visitors to this year’s Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show will be able to experience this for themselves, as Carbon Craft will be one of the show’s official VIP tender partners. LOA: 5.63 metres Beam: 2.06 metres Displacement: 1,290kg Top speed: 43 knots Fuel capacity: 90 litres Draught: 0.36 metres Air draught: 1.14 metres Passengers: 10 Price: From $199,500

Based in Tampa, Carbon Craft aims to offer the most safe and comfortable superyacht tenders on the water by using lightweight carbon fibre construction and a closed cell foam collar for superior spray deflection. The largest model in the range, the CC180, can whisk up to ten guests ashore at speeds in excess of 40 knots, thanks to a punchy 295hp diesel jet set-up. Visitors to this year’s Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show will be able to experience this for themselves, as Carbon Craft will be one of the show’s official VIP tender partners.

LOA: 5.63 metres
Beam: 2.06 metres
Displacement: 1,290kg
Top speed: 43 knots
Fuel capacity: 90 litres
Draught: 0.36 metres
Air draught: 1.14 metres
Passengers: 10
Price: From $199,500

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22 - Aeroboat S6 Aeroboat S6

At 19.83 metres LOA, the Aeroboat S6 is larger than most superyacht tenders, indeed only the world’s largest superyachts would be able to carry one on board. However, as a classy chase boat, she is a truly tempting proposition. Developed as part of a collaboration between British design studio Claydon Reeves and Rolls-Royce, the Aeroboat boasts a unique transforming transom system called Aerostairs that can lower into the water or rise up to pontoon level. LOA: 19.83 metres Beam: 4.99 metres Displacement: 37,000kg Top speed: 48 knots Fuel capacity: 5,750 litres Draught: 1.15 metres Air draught: 3.66 metres Passengers: 12 Price: Available on application

At 19.83 metres LOA, the Aeroboat S6 is larger than most superyacht tenders, indeed only the world’s largest superyachts would be able to carry one on board. However, as a classy chase boat, she is a truly tempting proposition. Developed as part of a collaboration between British design studio Claydon Reeves and Rolls-Royce, the Aeroboat boasts a unique transforming transom system called Aerostairs that can lower into the water or rise up to pontoon level.

LOA: 19.83 metres
Beam: 4.99 metres
Displacement: 37,000kg
Top speed: 48 knots
Fuel capacity: 5,750 litres
Draught: 1.15 metres
Air draught: 3.66 metres
Passengers: 12
Price: Available on application