YYachts’ Magnificent Duo: Y9 Prevail and Bella Shine as ISS Design Awards Finalists

YYachts Design Excellence and Innovation to be Celebrated on the Global Stage

The world of superyachts is synonymous with luxury, precision, and innovative design. Pushing the boundaries of excellence, YYachts has once again garnered international recognition with two of its stunning creations, the 90-foot Y9 Bella and Y9 Prevail, being shortlisted as finalists for the prestigious International Superyacht Society (ISS) Design Awards in the ‘Best in Sail’ category for yachts under 500GT.

Bella and Prevail have secured two out of the five coveted finalist spots, showcasing YYachts’ exceptional design and craftsmanship. This achievement is particularly notable as Carbon Yachts, the exclusive distributor for YYachts in the Asia Pacific region, celebrates the recognition of these remarkable vessels on a global stage.

Y9 Bella, a testament to YYachts’ commitment to excellence, has previously won the “Outstanding Exterior Design Sailing Yachts” category at BOAT International’s Design & Innovation Awards. This accolade underlines the yacht’s innovative design and exceptional aesthetics, setting it apart as a true masterpiece on water.

YYachts Y9 Bella Walkthrough with Carbon Yachts, Peter Hrones

On the other hand, Y9 Prevail, a Y9 Custom designed by the renowned naval architect Bill Tripp, stands as a paragon of bespoke design and engineering. Tripp, responsible for designing both the Y9 and the 70-foot Y7 models, has intricately woven his expertise and vision into Prevail, creating a yacht that is not just a mode of luxury transportation, but an experience in itself.

YYachts Y9 Prevail Onboard Review with Yachting Worlds, Toby Hodges

The accolades don’t stop there; the shipyard itself has been honoured with the title of Best German Sailing Yacht Yard at the Nautical Tourism Awards 2023. This prestigious award is a testament to YYachts’ unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

As we eagerly anticipate the ISS Design Awards ceremony, scheduled to take place on Thursday, October 26th, 2023, at The Ritz-Carlton on Fort Lauderdale beach, we reflect on the journey of Bella and Prevail. From conceptualization to creation, these yachts have been crafted with precision, passion, and a relentless pursuit of perfection.

The journey to the ISS Design Awards is a celebration of the exceptional contributions of companies and individuals to the yachting industry. YYachts, with Bella and Prevail as its shining stars, stands proud as a beacon of design excellence and innovation.

Join us in celebrating these remarkable vessels and the teams behind them as we await the final verdict at the ISS Design Awards. Whether Bella or Prevail takes home the trophy, one thing is certain — YYachts has once again proven its mettle in the world of luxury yachting, setting the bar high for design excellence and innovation.

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