The The ShowBoats Design Awards 2016, held in February at the prestigious Superyacht Design Symposium, brought together industry leaders, yacht builders, and enthusiasts to celebrate outstanding achievements in the world of yachting. In the Naval Architecture Award: Sailing Yachts category, the spotlight was on exceptional craftsmanship and performance across a range of impressive models. The title was claimed by Nikata, and Topaz, with several other notable finalists, including entries from Claasen Shipyards, and Southern Wind. The event was open to everyone, providing an inclusive and celebratory atmosphere to honour the year’s most acclaimed yachts.
The following yachts were joint winners of the Naval Architecture Award: Sailing Yachts in 2016 at the The ShowBoats Design Awards.
Baltic Yachts
Nikata
Baltic 115
Naval Architecture by: Judel / Vrolijk & co
Holland Jachtbouw
Topaz
Naval Architecture by: Hoek Design