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Windy SR40: European Power Boat of the Year 2026!<\/strong><\/h2>\n

And the winner is\u2026 the Windy SR40<\/a>! The very latest walkaround model from the Scandinavian boatbuilder Windy Boats, launched in May 2025, has been awarded the European Power Boat of the Year 2026<\/em> in the category of motorboats under 14 metres. A highly coveted international trophy, widely regarded as the Oscars of the boating world, nothing less!<\/p>\n

Windy Boats: Scandinavian excellence at its finest<\/h2>\n

Designed by the highly renowned naval architect Espen \u00d8ino, the Windy SR40, available in both inboard and outboard versions, embodies the full extent of Windy\u2019s long-standing expertise.<\/p>\n

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    an exclusive, sporty design true to Windy\u2019s DNA<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    exceptional seakeeping, thanks to her legendary deep-V hull<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    a deck layout that is both sociable and safe<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    luxurious materials and very high-end finishes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    an innovative new canopy system, allowing comfortable cruising in all seasons<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    This international recognition further confirms Windy\u2019s leading role in the luxury tender and premium sport yacht segment, combining performance, elegance, strength and comfort.<\/p>\n

    To be discovered at the D\u00fcsseldorf Boat Show<\/h2>\n

    If you would like to learn more about this outstanding, high-end walkaround, meet the entire Merveille Nautic team at boot D\u00fcsseldorf<\/em> until Sunday, 25 January 2026.
    The Windy SR40 will be on display in Hall 5, in her latest configuration (2 \u00d7 Volvo Penta D6-480). Please feel free to contact us to receive your invitations.<\/p>\n

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