British design studio Humphreys Yacht Design has unveiled the first and flagship 33.8-metre concept from its new “next-gen” Fast-Transit Explorer series, which will comprise explorer yachts from 15 to 34 metres in length.

The 102.4-metre Lürssen superyacht project hull 13785, also previously known as Jassj, has been spotted en route to sea trials. The new build was sighted by yacht spotters in the Kiel Canal, Germany, where she was heading out to the Baltic Sea.

Finnish shipyard Baltic Yachts has announced a new addition to its fleet with a 24-metre custom bluewater cruising sloop. Set to be delivered in summer 2027, the Baltic 78 Custom has been designed for a family with “ambitious cruising plans” in the Mediterranean and Caribbean.

Italian shipyard Ferretti Group celebrated “huge success” at the 2026 edition of the Blue Design Awards with its Riva and Ferretti Yachts brands, an event which forms part of the Blue Design Summit held in La Spezia, Italy, from 18 to 20 May.

Vancouver-based studio ER Yacht Design has revealed a new 40-metre explorer yacht concept, known as ER 40, that combines long-range cruising capability, contemporary comfort and an onboard style that refrains from being “overly fashionable”.

The 117-metre Lürssen superyacht Boardwalk (previously Project 13797) has been spotted leaving the yard’s facilities in Bremen, Germany, for delivery to her owner. According to BOATPro, she is now en route to Gibraltar, after which she is expected to head to the Mediterranean for the summer season.

Dutch yard Heesen Yachts has announced that its 55-metre Steel superyacht Project Frida, also known as YN 21055 throughout construction, has been officially christened Pa’lante. She will make her official debut at the 2026 Monaco Yacht Show.

Brokerage firm Y.CO has announced the sale of the 14th new build hull from Baglietto’s 40.9-metre DOM133 superyacht series. Delivery is scheduled for 2028.

Young Parisian design firm Aeri Studio has unveiled a new 42-metre motor yacht concept, known as Glide.

The ninth unit in the Mulder ThirtySix yacht series has now embarked on sea trials in the North Sea following her departure from the Dutch yard’s facilities in Zoeterwoude-Rijndijk this weekend (9 May).