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8 of the Most Significant Stories of May 2026 Superyacht News
May 2026 delivered a strong pulse of activity across the superyacht industry, with major builders advancing their order books, key sales closing, and new yachts hitting the water ahead of the busy Mediterranean season. From large German deliveries to strategic Turkish and Italian launches, here are the eight most notable stories that defined the month.
Lürssen Delivers Third Yacht of 2026: 117m BOARDWALK
German superyacht giant Lürssen has delivered its third yacht of the year. The 117m BOARDWALK marks another significant milestone for the yard and underlines its continued strength in the ultra-large segment.
66m Feadship HAMPSHIRE Sold
A pristine 66m Feadship has found a new owner. With Andrew Bond from Edmiston representing the buyer and Chris Cecil-Wright from Cecil Wright & Partners representing the selle, one of the most desirable pedigree yachts has been taken off the market.The sale of HAMPSHIRE highlights strong demand for well-maintained, pedigree Dutch-built yachts on the brokerage market.
Moonen Yachts LOLLIPOP Completes Sea Trials
Moonen Yachts latest build has successfully finished sea trials. This positive milestone brings the compact explorer-style yacht one step closer to delivery.
Majesty 145 Makes Her Public Debut
The much-anticipated Majesty 145 has made her first public appearance. This large-scale project from Gulf Craft represents a significant step for the Middle Eastern builder in the ultra-luxury segment.
Amels 60 QU2 Delivered by Damen Yachting
Damen Yachting has delivered Amels 60 QU2, the latest in its popular Limited Editions series. The yacht has already headed to the Mediterranean for her first summer season.
Bilgin Delivers First 52m TAMASHA
Turkish yard Bilgin has handed over its first 52m superyacht, TAMASHA. The timely delivery positions the yacht perfectly for the upcoming Aegean charter season.
55m Amels GALENE Sold via Y.CO
Y.CO has successfully brokered the sale of the 55m Amels GALENE. This deal further demonstrates continued appetite for recent Amels builds in the brokerage sector.
Fifth Pershing 140 Launched in Ancona
The fifth hull of Pershing’s 140 series has been launched in striking white livery. The eye-catching launch in Ancona continues the momentum of this high-performance flagship model.
As we head into the peak summer charter season, May’s activity signals robust confidence across both the new build and brokerage markets. With several high-profile deliveries now in owner hands and more launches on the horizon, the second half of 2026 looks set to maintain this strong momentum. Stay tuned for more exclusive coverage as these yachts make their mark on the water.
"Seeing LOLLIPOP perform so confidently during her endurance trials is a testament to the dedication and craftsmanship of everyone involved in the project."
"Seeing LOLLIPOP perform so confidently during her endurance trials is a testament to the dedication and craftsmanship of everyone involved in the project."
Ian Vermoen, Project Manager, Moonen Yachts