Euro debut

A carbon-fibre-framed windscreen wraps around the area, allowing the crew to enjoy the day in comfort even as the boat realises her exhilarating performance. A removable sun awning provides shelter when needed but disappears when not in use. On the helm deck, the forward-facing seating for four allows everyone to enjoy the ride.

In keeping with the design philosophy of strong, lightweight hulls with exciting, efficient performance, Palm Beach uses carbon-fibre decks to lower the weight as well as the vertical center of gravity to help improve stability and performance even further.

The GT series comprises elegant cruising yachts that are easy to own and simple to operate, and are also capable of 40-plus knots, with an economic cruise speed of 35 knots.

“Having a 50-foot yacht that uses only 151 liters (40 gallons) between both engines at a 35-knot cruising speed in unheard of in the industry,” Richards says. “The power of the GT50 is effortless all the way to her top speed of 40-plus knots.”

A hyper-focus on lightweight, strong construction helps to ensure the GT50 Open’s efficiency. The hull is a cored e-glass construction that is fully infused with vinylester resin that is complemented by a fully infused, 100-percent carbon fibre deck and superstructure. The bulkheads and deck are bonded to the hull structurally for increased strength and rigidity, forming a semi-monocoque shell that produces a far stronger result.

“The GT50 is designed to be owner-operated, with easy-to-use systems, and minimal maintenance,” Richards says. “We want to maximize the owner’s time and fun on the water, by minimizing fussing around at the dock. Boats are bought to be enjoyed, so we designed one that is sure to be enjoyed by everyone that steps aboard. Behind the helm of the GT50, you can’t help but grin and enjoy yourself, it’s guaranteed.”

The cockpit features an additional refrigerator and an ice maker to complement the full-service galley below. Side decks are designed to join the cockpit seamlessly to allow for safe and easy access forward.

Below, the attention to detail continues with contemporary finishes blended into a timeless elegance. Designer double-stitched fabrics enrobe a spacious forward master stateroom. There is a huge head with shower, a large galley, and a queen-sized berth aft. Engine access is beneath the helm deck via an electrically actuated sole hatch.

“Everyone’s enjoyment is measured differently, whether it is beating everyone else to the destination, cruising past all the others at the fuel dock because your tanks are still full, or whether the journey of boating is the destination and the customer wants to enjoy every inch of their yacht,” Richards says. “That also means making the yachts easy to use and simple to maintain. It’s reaching for something that is right where you expect it to be, it’s appreciating the little things that someone has thought about for you.”

Palm Beach is underway on developing additional models for the GT line, including a GT60. Performance projections of the 60 are calling for close to 50 knot top-end, marking the model as a true industry game-changer. A GT70 is also in the design stages and will follow the introduction of the GT60.

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