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The creation of a yacht is an ensemble performance, the
culmination of efforts by many, from welders and electricians to stylists
and designers and the numerous others whose skills bring to life an owner’s
vision. The sophistication of the yachtbuilding industry has evolved to a point
where in any given year we can see delivery of dozens of exceptional vessels,
any of which can create genuine excitement among those of us who love the
breed.
For the editors of ShowBoats International, the task of selecting the best
of the best for our annual awards becomes more arduous every year. This year was
the toughest yet since we first presented these coveted honors 17 years ago.
Debates raged at all hours by phone, by e-mail and face-to-face. In the end, we
had to decide often on the best among peers. As always, a ShowBoats editor personally inspected each
yacht that made the grade this year.
The winners of this year’s ShowBoats International Awards are detailed in the
pages that follow. Trophies will be presented to owners and builders June 21 at
a gala ceremony during our annual rendezvous in Monaco. Please join us in
congratulating the best of 2007.
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