Passagemakers, Motor Boat Awards 2025

The Motor Boat Awards 2025, held in January at the prestigious Messe Dusseldorf, brought together industry leaders, yacht builders, and enthusiasts to celebrate outstanding achievements in the world of yachting. In the Passagemakers category, the spotlight was on exceptional craftsmanship and performance across a range of impressive models. Top spot was achieved by the Beneteau Swift Trawler 54, with several other notable finalists, including entries from Nimbus. The event was open to everyone, providing an inclusive and celebratory atmosphere to honour the year’s most acclaimed yachts.

Winner

The model Beneteau Swift Trawler 54 was the winner of the Passagemakers in 2025 at the Motor Boat Awards.

Beneteau

Swift Trawler 54

Exterior Design: Dixon Yacht Design

Naval Architecture: Dixon Yacht Design , Andreani Design

Interior Design: Beneteau

Finalists

The following yachts were finalists in the Passagemakers in 2025 at the Motor Boat Awards

Nimbus

495 Flybridge

14.9m

Exterior Design: Nimbus

Naval Architecture: Nimbus

Interior Design: Nimbus