X-Yachts XR 41 Wins Boat of the Year Award

At this year’s Boat of the Year Awards, held in the run-up to Hiswa te Water, the jury turned their attention to six categories across the boating industry.

In the Sailing Yachts category, the competition was fierce with three very different contenders: the Bénéteau First 30, the Tjotter 500, and the X-Yachts XR 41. After thorough evaluation, the jury awarded the prize to X-Yachts Benelux for the XR 41.

The jury highlighted how the XR 41 captures the classic racing DNA of X-Yachts, while reimagining it in a modern, versatile way. With its dual-purpose design, the XR 41 has already made its mark on the international racing scene — and now adds this prestigious recognition to its growing list of achievements.

The awards ceremony took place ahead of Hiswa te Water 2025, Northern Europe’s largest in-water boat show, which will be held from 3–7 September in Bataviahaven, Lelystad.