De Antonio D60 Wins European Powerboat of the Year, Makes U.S. Debut in Miami

The De Antonio Yachts D60 arrives in the United States with one of the highest honors in international boatbuilding already secured.

At boot Düsseldorf 2026—the world’s largest watersports trade fair—the D60 was named European Powerboat of the Year 2026 in the motor yacht category up to 24 meters. The award was presented during FLAGSHIP NIGHT, a global industry gathering that brings together the leading voices in boating media and manufacturing.

Now in its 20th year, the European Powerboat of the Year awards are judged by an independent panel of editors-in-chief and test managers from Europe’s most respected motorboat publications, representing more than one million monthly readers. Nominees undergo extensive, multi-day sea trials in real-world conditions, where performance, handling, layout, safety, build quality, innovation, and value are evaluated side by side.

Presented last autumn as De Antonio Yachts’ new flagship, the D60 stood out for its avant-garde yet timeless design, refined interior layout, and intelligent use of space. Large hull windows flood the interior with natural light, while the forward lounge conceals a jacuzzi—an unexpected feature that reinforces the yacht’s balance of performance and luxury. As with all De Antonio models, the D60’s hidden outboard configuration preserves clean exterior lines while delivering impressive speed and efficiency.

Following its European debut and award recognition, the D60 now makes its official U.S. debut at the Miami Boat Show, where Sandy Hook Yachts will showcase the model as part of its expanding portfolio of modern European yachts.

With third-party validation from the industry’s most respected jury and a global platform behind it, the De Antonio D60 arrives in Miami not as a newcomer—but as a proven leader in its class.