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The Newport Boat Show 2025 features a variety of new sailing and power vessels, including the Beneteau Swift Trawler 54 and 48, the Lagoon 38, and the Atlantic 70 biplane catamaran.▶ 0:00 The Atlantic 70 utilizes a rotating, freestanding mast design that allows for downwind sailing without sail blanketing and enables the crew to luff sails directly into the wind to shed power.▶ 3:38 The Beneteau Swift Trawler 54 incorporates a joystick-controlled docking system that integrates engine throttles and bow and stern thrusters, alongside a hydraulic tender lift on the aft deck.▶ 9:25 Interior layouts for the 54-foot model include a full-beam master cabin and a VIP berth, though the head design features a door that obstructs entry when open.▶ 12:00 The 48-foot model offers a more compact layout with a smaller flybridge and restricted cabin access compared to the 54.▶ 14:00 The show also highlights emerging electric sail drive technology for catamarans, typically rated at 15 kilowatts.▶ 1:41

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