British Motor Yacht Show 2025: Everything you need to know

What: British Motor Yacht Show 2025
When: 15-18 May
Where Swanwick Marina, Hampshire
Opening times: 10am – 5pm (4pm Sunday)
Web: britishmotoryachtshow.com

The British Motor Yacht Show is an annual of the world’s most prestigious luxury motor yachts, hosted by Premier Marinas, Fairline, Princess and Sunseeker.

Boasting an unparalleled boat show experience, the show brings together the finest boat building names with the industry’s most knowledgeable professionals, making it a must-attend event for anyone aspiring to own a luxury motor yacht.

Motor Boat Debuts at the British Motor Yacht Show 2025

The British Motor Yacht Show 2025 has expanded its line-up of exclusive premieres, now featuring nine UK debuts and one world premiere at Swanwick Marina.

Show partner Sunseeker‘s all-new Manhattan 68 (2025) and the Sunseeker Predator 55 are making their UK debuts. In addition, Argo Yachting will present the UK debut of the Saxdor 340 GTWA at this year’s show, adding to the impressive line-up of new models the luxury broker will display.

The Sunseeker Manhattan 68 will make its UK debut at the British Motor Yacht Show 2025. Photo: BMYS

Other boats debuting in the UK include the Axopar 29 CCX, Bavaria SR35 HT and SR38 HT, Fjord 39XP, Virtue V10 Cabin, and the Rib-X International Phaeton 760 – marking the first unveiling of this latter model worldwide. These join the Bellini Astor 36 and Pearl 63, ensuring a varied showcase of new launches at this year’s event.

Impressive Showcase From Industry Giants

The event’s founding partners, Fairline, Princess and Sunseeker, will showcase their most ambitious displays at the British Motor Yacht Show.

The Virtue V10 Cabin will be displayed in the UK for the first time. Photo: BMYS

Particular highlights at the show

Sunseeker will present 11 yachts, including the Superhawk 55, Predator 55, Manhattan 55, 65 Sport Yacht, Manhattan 68 (2025), Predator 75, 75 Sport Yacht, 76 Yacht, 88 Yacht, and 90 Ocean.

Fairline will showcase the Targa 45 Open, Targa 40, Targa 45 GT, Squadron 58 and the F-Line 33.

Princess, celebrating its 60th anniversary, will showcase the Princess Y7, Princess S65, Princess V55, Princess V50 Deck, Princess F65 and Princess V40.

The Pearl 63 is a new launch at the show. Photo: MBYS

Approved Boats will unveil its largest display, including the Absolute Yachts show debut.

Sanlorenzo will have the new Sanlorenzo SX76 and Sanlorenzo SL96A on the water alongside the Bluegame BG54, a Sanlorenzo brand.

Graham Bristowe, General Manager of Premier Marinas Swanwick, commented: ‘The British Motor Yacht Show continues to set the standard as the UK’s premier event for serious buyers of luxury motor yachts. With a record number of UK debuts, exclusive showcases from industry giants and a relevant selection of premium brands ashore, the 2025 show promises to be our most spectacular yet.

‘We look forward to welcoming guests to Premier’s Swanwick Marina for an unparalleled showcase of design, craftsmanship and innovation.’

The Sunseeker Predator 55. Photo: BMYS

How to get to British Motor Yacht Show 2025

By Road: Swanwick Marina is situated on the A27, immediately after it crosses the River Hamble, just east of Southampton. The marina is easily reached from either Junction 8 or 9 of the M27.

By Rail: Southampton Airport Parkway is the nearest main line station to Swanwick Marina (8 miles away) with trains running regularly from London Waterloo (1 hour 6 mins – 1 hour 28 mins).

By Air: Swanwick Marina is within easy reach of Heathrow and Gatwick Airports. Southampton Airport is also just 8 miles away and offers domestic and international flights.