Fairline Yachts History & Heritage

Fairline emerged as a prominent figure in British and European yacht design and production throughout the 1970s, 80s, and 90s, with a particular focus on the 10-20m (33-66ft) sector. Despite producing smaller numbers of yachts compared to its closest rivals, Fairline distinguished itself through the exceptional quality, capability, and desirability of its vessels, both in the new and used yacht markets.

The Targa range, a trailblazer in sports yacht evolution, played a pivotal role in shaping market expectations. It met the demands of the time, coinciding with the rise of budget airlines that made it more accessible for boaters to fly to the inviting and easily navigable warm waters of the Mediterranean.

Building on the success of the Targa, Fairline ventured into the flybridge market with the introduction of the smaller Phantom and larger Squadron ranges. The brand weathered challenges during the 2007 recession, experiencing a significant drop in production numbers and undergoing several changes in ownership.

Now back on a stable course, Fairline has streamlined its operations under current ownership. The old Phantom flybridge range has been integrated into the Squadron lineup, focusing on two key ranges. Notably, the brand marked a resurgence with the introduction of the award-winning F-Line sportsboat in early 2019, showcasing Fairline's commitment to innovation and excellence in the yachting industry.

Fairline Yachts At A Glance

A brief summary of statistics, facts, and figures for Princess Yachts.

Shipyard History

  • Shipyard Founder Jack Newington
  • Year Founded 1963
  • Headquarters Town Oundle
  • Headquarters Country United Kingdom

Workforce & Output

  • Total Workforce 250
  • Data for Workforce Year 2016

Superyachts Delivered Facts & Figures

Explore comprehensive statistics, facts, and figures encompassing all in-production and discontinued Fairline Yachts models.

Total 39
Largest 24m
Average
Length 24m
Average
Volume 63GT
Average
Age 12.4yrs

Superyachts (+78ft) Delivered Per Year



Model Timeline

Research all the in production and discontinued Fairline Yacht models and immerse yourself in their history. Learn about each models features, generations, redesigns, notable features, specification, layouts, photo galleries and video from each individual model year*.

Key: 10 In-Production 46 Discontinued

1994
1994
2004
2014
2024
1994
1994
2004
2014
2024

Current Fairline Model Range

Learn about each in production yacht models features, generations, redesigns, notable features, specification, layouts, photo galleries and video from each individual model year*.

Targa Range  

Targa 40 (Mk2)

12m

Production: 2023 - to date

Generations: 2

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Phantom Range  

Phantom 65

19.96m

Production: 2022 - to date

Generations: 1

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 58 (Mk3)

17.98m

Production: 2022 - to date

Generations: 3

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 68 (Mk3)

21.12m

Production: 2021 - to date

Generations: 3

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Targa Range  

Targa 50 GT (Mk2)

15.64m

Production: 2020 - to date

Generations: 2

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Targa Range  

Targa 50 Open

15.64m

Production: 2019 - to date

Generations: 1

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 50 (Mk3)

15.64m

Production: 2019 - to date

Generations: 2

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Targa Range  

Targa 45 Open

14.2m

Production: 2019 - to date

Generations: 1

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Targa Range  

Targa 45 GT

14.2m

Production: 2019 - to date

Generations: 1

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F//Line Range  

F//Line 33

9.99m

Production: 2019 - to date

Generations: 1

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Discontinued Fairline Models

Targa Range  

Targa 65 GT

19.96m

Production: 2019 - 2023

Generations: 1

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Targa Range  

Targa 65 GTO

19.96m

Production: 2019 - 2022

Generations: 1

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 53 (Mk2)

16.92m

Production: 2019 - 2022

Generations: 2

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Targa Range  

Targa 53 Open (Mk2)

16.92m

Production: 2021 - 2022

Generations: 1

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 68 (Mk2)

21.12m

Production: 2019 - 2021

Generations: 3

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Targa Range  

53 GT (Mk2)

16.92m

Production: 2019 - 2021

Generations: 2

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Targa Range  

Targa 48 GT (Mk2)

15.68m

Production: 2017 - 2020

Generations: 2

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Targa Range  

Targa 48 Open (Mk2)

15.44m

Production: 2017 - 2020

Generations: 2

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 65 (Mk4)

20.41m

Production: 2016 - 2019

Generations: 3

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Targa Range  

Targa 63 GTO

19.96m

Production: 2017 - 2019

Generations: 1

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Targa Range  

Targa 63 GT

19.96m

Production: 2018 - 2019

Generations: 1

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Targa Range  

53 GT (Mk1)

16.92m

Production: 2015 - 2019

Generations: 2

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 53 (Mk1)

16.92m

Production: 2017 - 2019

Generations: 2

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 48 (Mk2)

15.46m

Production: 2018 - 2019

Generations: 2

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 78 (Mk2)

24.37m

Production: 2012 - 2018

Generations: 2

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 48 (Mk1)

15.46m

Production: 2013 - 2017

Generations: 2

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Targa Range  

Targa 48 Open (Mk1)

14.79m

Production: 2013 - 2017

Generations: 2

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Targa Range  

38 Open

12.13m

Production: 2013 - 2017

Generations: 1

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Targa Range  

Targa 48 GT (Mk1)

15.46m

Production: 2013 - 2016

Generations: 2

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 65 (Mk2)

20.4m

Production: 2009 - 2015

Generations: 3

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 60

19.35m

Production: 2012 - 2015

Generations: 1

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 50 (Mk2)

15.54m

Production: 2011 - 2015

Generations: 2

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 42

12.94m

Production: 2010 - 2015

Generations: 1

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Targa Range  

38 (Mk2)

11.58m

Production: 2005 - 2015

Generations: 1

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Targa Range  

50 GT (Mk1)

15.34m

Production: 2010 - 2014

Generations: 2

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 58 (Mk2)

17.92m

Production: 2010 - 2013

Generations: 3

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 78 (Mk1)

24.37m

Production: 2007 - 2012

Generations: 2

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Targa Range  

58 GT

17.8m

Production: 2009 - 2012

Generations: 1

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Targa Range  

Targa 47

14.78m

Production: 2005 - 2012

Generations: 1

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 55 (Mk2)

16.89m

Production: 2008 - 2010

Generations: 1

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Phantom Range  

Phantom 48

15.18m

Production: 2006 - 2010

Generations: 1

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Targa Range  

44

13.68m

Production: 2007 - 2010

Generations: 1

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 68 (Mk1)

20.73m

Production: 2007 - 2009

Generations: 3

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Targa Range  

64

19.6m

Production: 2007 - 2009

Generations: 1

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Targa Range  

Targa 52

16.22m

Production: 2001 - 2009

Generations: 1

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 58 (Mk1)

17.93m

Production: 2000 - 2008

Generations: 3

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Phantom Range  

Phantom 50

15.8m

Production: 2000 - 2008

Generations: 1

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 74

22.56m

Production: 2003 - 2007

Generations: 1

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Targa Range  

Targa 62

18.88m

Production: 2003 - 2007

Generations: 1

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Targa Range  

Targa 40 (Mk1)

12.67m

Production: 2000 - 2007

Generations: 2

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 66

20.12m

Production: 2005 - 2006

Generations: 1

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Phantom Range  

Phantom 46

14.6m

Production: 1998 - 2006

Generations: 1

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Targa Range  

34 (Mk2)

10.5m

Production: 1997 - 2006

Generations: 1

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Targa Range  

Targa 43 (Mk2)

13.74m

Production: 1997 - 2005

Generations: 1

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Phantom Range  

Phantom 43 (Mk2)

13.11m

Production: 2000 - 2004

Generations: 1

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Squadron Range  

Squadron 65 (Mk1)

19.8m

Production: 1994 - 2002

Generations: 3

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