Every year, Boat International magazine, the most influential in the world of private yachts, presents its prestigious Design & Innovation Awards, «honouring the creative talent behind the most innovative, stylish and inspiring yacht designs ». The highlight of the 2019 Edition was the superyacht Elandess from Abeking & Rasmussen, who won in four categories, including Best Exterior and Interior Design in a MotorYatch above 60 m. Among other luxurious details, this yacht has a handmade staircase with mother-of-Pearl inlays. The owner of this German manufacture superyacht intended to have an interior to show its World Art collection and unique pieces of furniture.
Riva 110-ft. Dolcevita also excelled, winning in the category of best Exterior Design in Motor Yachts under 39 m, for being, according to the jury, «the most visually inspiring that presents a strong and cohesive profile with its mission». On the other hand, Amels 189-FT. Volpini 2 won the award for Best Green Design and Operation of Innovation, as, in addition to being elegant, this is the first yacht to meet the strict standards of marine engines. All in all, there were 21 winners, spread across several categories and classes, but all of them are the best of the best in the seas, according to the prestigious magazine.
