Article overview: A first-of-its-kind Nimbus showcase at FLIBS.Nimbus Boats Group is bringing an exciting lineup to the 2026 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, including the full trio from ...
A first-of-its-kind Nimbus showcase at FLIBS.
Nimbus Boats Group is bringing an exciting lineup to the 2026 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, including the full trio from its new Sport Cruiser Series 42: the Sport Tender 42, Sport Weekender 42, and Sport Coupé 42. FLIBS will mark the official North American debut of all three 42-foot models, and for the first time, they will be on display together at a boat show, offering a closer look at how Nimbus has reimagined the 42-foot platform for different ways of spending time on the water.
Joining the Sport Cruiser lineup will be the Nimbus 495 Flybridge and W9, showcasing the breadth of the Nimbus range from extended cruising and entertaining to versatile day boating. Whether you’re planning longer adventures, relaxed days with family and friends, or simply looking for a way to get on the water with ease, there’s a Nimbus built around how you want to boat.
Nimbus Models at FLIBS 2026 - Display location: F/G Dock
At the top of the display is the Nimbus 495 Flybridge, a 49-foot motor yacht crafted for owners who want to travel farther while enjoying the comfort and refinement of a true cruising yacht.
The 495 Flybridge combines contemporary Scandinavian design with the capability for extended time aboard. With a 14-foot-11-inch beam, the yacht offers generous interior and exterior living spaces, multiple accommodations, and the versatility to transition effortlessly between relaxed coastal cruising and longer adventures.
Powered by twin Volvo Penta IPS650 engines, the 495 Flybridge has a cruising speed of approximately 20–24 knots and a top speed around 30 knots. Its thoughtfully engineered systems include a hydraulic swim platform, generator, lithium battery capacity, air conditioning throughout, and an expansive flybridge designed to become another destination in itself.
The result is a yacht that feels equally at home spending a day cruising around the ICW as it does setting out on a multi-day coastal escape.
Nimbus Sport Tender 42 | North American Debut
The Nimbus Sport Tender 42 brings the brand’s design philosophy into a high-performance, open-air format.
Developed as the next generation of Nimbus’s popular T11 concept, the ST42 combines expansive social spaces with a performance-oriented hull and the flexibility to take on everything from relaxed days at anchor to longer coastal runs. HMY recently highlighted the model’s enhanced water access, redesigned helm, expanded social areas, and comfortable overnight accommodations.
At 41 feet 7 inches, the 42 Series platform offers room for up to 12 people, two double cabins, and speeds exceeding 45 knots. The Sport Tender 42 is available with twin Mercury Verado outboards, including the 2 x 425-hp configuration, and features Mercury Joystick Piloting and an integrated bow thruster for easier maneuvering around the dock.
For boaters who want the open feel of a day boat without giving up the ability to spend a weekend aboard, the ST42 is a compelling combination of performance, versatility, and Scandinavian sophistication.
Nimbus Sport Weekender 42 | North American Debut
The Nimbus Sport Weekender 42 takes the classic day-cruiser concept and scales it into a remarkably capable 42-foot platform.
Designed around socializing and making the most of time on the water, the Sport Weekender 42 features generous open-air living spaces, flexible seating, an aft outdoor galley, and a foredeck sun lounge. A new Targa-style top provides shade while maintaining the open character that defines the model.
Below deck, two cabins provide comfortable overnight accommodations for up to four people, allowing a day on the water to easily become a weekend getaway. The SW42 also shares the 42 Series’ air-lubricated, twin-stepped hull, delivering a dry, stable ride and speeds of more than 45 knots.
It is a boat built around a simple idea: extend the weekend, travel a little farther, and bring the people you enjoy most along for the ride.
Nimbus Sport Coupé 42 | North American Debut
Joining the new Sport Cruiser 42 lineup at FLIBS, the Nimbus Sport Coupé 42 brings an enclosed, all-season approach to the 42-foot platform. Designed to transition easily between protected cruising and open-air boating, the Sport Coupé features a versatile deck salon with configurable seating, a deck-level galley, panoramic windows, sliding doors, and dual electric glass roof hatches that fill the space with natural light. Below deck, two cabins accommodate up to four overnight guests, complemented by a spacious head with a separate shower. With an expansive aft deck, extended swim platform and available foredeck sunbed, the Sport Coupé 42 offers plenty of space for entertaining, while Mercury Verado outboard or Volvo Penta inboard power gives owners the flexibility to choose the setup that best suits their boating style.
Rounding out the Nimbus display, the W9 is designed for flexible days on the water, with an open layout that makes it easy to adapt to the way you want to boat.
This particular W9 is configured without a hardtop, which can be well suited to South Florida, where fixed bridges are a consideration when navigating the Intracoastal Waterway and surrounding waterways. If the hardtop option is your preference, not a problem; HMY has two W9s with hardtops ready for immediate delivery.
With generous space for entertaining, relaxing, and enjoying the day, the W9 is built for effortless time on the water—from cruising the coastline to spending an afternoon at anchor.
Experience Nimbus at FLIBS 2026
Together, these five boats showcase the breadth of the Nimbus lineup. From the nimble and capable W9 all the way up to the luxurious 495 Flybridge.
What connects them is the concept behind every Nimbus: Scandinavian design, intelligent functionality, comfort, safety, and an unmistakable focus on how people actually use their boats. Nimbus has been building boats since 1968, refining that vision across everything from fast commuters and open day boats to sophisticated cruising yachts.
Whether you're searching for your next day boat, a versatile weekend cruiser, or a yacht capable of taking you farther, the 2026 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is the perfect opportunity to experience Nimbus firsthand.
Nimbus display location: F/G Dock
For more information or to schedule a private appointment during the show, contact an HMY Nimbus Product Specialist: (561) 785-1500