FLIBS 2026: Draak, hybrid yachts and more than 50 expected debuts in Fort Lauderdale

October 24, 2026 Boating news Boat shows New boats

The 67th Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show runs from 28 October to 1 November 2026, with a lineup spanning large exploration yachts, power catamarans and new hybrid designs. Organisers expect more than 50 debuts, including world premieres and regional introductions.

Cover image: archive view of the 2025 show. © FLIBS / Informa Markets.

Draak, Lady Christine and Scout lead the superyacht lineup

Oceanco’s Draak, measuring 305 feet —approximately 93 metres— is among the headline vessels. Originally delivered in 2014, she has been converted to support scientific research and marine exploration as a companion yacht to Leviathan. Her equipment includes tender-handling facilities, a dive centre, a medical area and a hyperbaric chamber. Read more about the conversion in our Draak article.

Other highlights include Lady Christine, the 223-foot Feadship delivered in 2010, with naval architecture by De Voogt, interiors by Rodney Black and accommodation for ten guests; and Scout, the 209-foot explorer built by Hakvoort in 2019, with H2 Yacht Design styling, ice-class construction, a helideck and a forward observation lounge.

Debuts to look out for

Pearl 100 Hybrid: Pearl Yachts’ new flagship will be its first hybrid model, combining a raised pilothouse, five staterooms and generous outdoor areas.
Delta 72: developed with Mannerfelt Design, it pairs lightweight carbon-fibre construction with a layout for cruising and entertaining.
Viking and Valhalla: four world premieres are announced: the second-generation Viking 70 Convertible, Viking 64 Sport Coupe, Viking 50 Sport Coupe and Valhalla 46 Sport Yacht.
Prestige M8 EVO: its US debut follows September’s world premiere. The power catamaran features an enlarged galley with a bar, a full-beam flybridge and private main-deck access to the owner’s suite.
Absolute Navetta 66: making its US debut, it features extensive glazing, a sheltered cockpit terrace and a flybridge with modular furniture.
Galeon 570 SKY: a hardtop profile conceals an upper helm and convertible seating. Fold-down balconies are part of the optional Beach Mode package.
Princess C48: available in Open and Deck Saloon versions, it is the first Princess to offer outboard power. The Deck Saloon also offers inboard engines.
Aquila 35 Sport: its Americas debut introduces a power catamaran with five entertainment areas and a sliding seating module.

Watch: highlights from FLIBS 2025

The official recap of the previous edition offers a taste of the show’s atmosphere. This footage is from 2025, not the 2026 event.

Watch the FLIBS 2025 recap on YouTube.

RefitX puts yacht refit on the agenda

From 28 to 30 October, the Yacht Builder’s Tent at Bahia Mar hosts RefitX seminars on project planning, shipyard capacity and opportunities in the refit sector. They preview the full RefitX conference and exhibition launching at FLIBS 2027. Session details and times are available in the official RefitX programme.

Superyacht Village in an archive view from FLIBS 2025. © FLIBS / Informa Markets.

Planning your visit

Tickets are sold exclusively online, with no onsite box office. Scheduled opening hours are noon–7pm on Wednesday 28 October, 10am–7pm Thursday to Saturday and 10am–5pm on Sunday 1 November. Browse the official 2026 directory for the show’s lineup, or read our guide to dates, venues and tickets.

For more information and the latest updates, visit the official Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show website.

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