Pearl Yachts is delighted to announce a significant triumph at the 2024 World Yacht Trophies. The new Pearl 82 was awarded the Best Layout in the 24m to 30m category at the glamorous World Yachts Trophies gala dinner in Cannes, held during the Cannes Yachting Festival where the yacht made its world debut.

No debut could have been more fitting for the Pearl 82, the latest creation from the British shipyard, which made its world premiere at the 2024 Cannes Yachting Festival. This new five-stateroom model is set to redefine yacht design in the eighty-foot segment, representing a pinnacle of innovation that seamlessly blends cutting-edge design with lavish interiors and exclusive features. It has rightfully earned the title of “the most compact superyacht on the market.” The victory at the awards underscores its position as a standout yacht in its category. The debut of the Pearl 82 at Cannes highlights the brand’s commitment to a feature-focused product strategy.

The Pearl 82 is an all-new 25-metre raised pilothouse yacht, featuring a main deck master suite with a total of five en-suite staterooms plus crew accommodations in addition to a garage large enough to accommodate a Jet tender, jet ski and water toys. Bill Dixon’s exterior design enhances the yacht’s sporty silhouette, while Kelly Hoppen CBE’s interior styling creates an ambiance of refined luxury with open-plan layouts and panoramic views available in four signature styles unique to Pearl Yachts: Indulgence, Luxury, Modern and new Monochrome. These distinctive features have earned the Pearl 82 recognition from the jury, acknowledging its uniqueness and exceptional quality.

Margaret Whittaker OBE, owner of Pearl Yachts, expresses profound pride in this achievement: “Winning at the World Yachts Trophies is a true honour that reflects the passion and dedication of our entire team. Each yacht we craft embodies our commitment to quality and innovation, and the Pearl 82 is a perfect example of this ethos.”

Iain Smallridge, Managing Director of Pearl Yachts, added, “Pearl Yachts is delighted to receive this award for the best layout on the Pearl 82. It is a testament of the features focused design concept that the Pearl Yachts design team have incorporated in the latest range of Pearl Yachts. Special thanks to Dixon Yacht Design, Kelly Hoppen Interiors and Pearl Yacht’s Production Director Paul Hannah and the production team. It’s an honor for a family-owned company to compete and prosper on the worldwide stage and awards such as this gives us the enthusiasm and encouragement to continue developing yachts that push the boundaries of motor yacht design”.