The flybridge became a second living environment
Maritimo says its early enclosed-flybridge thinking was driven by the idea that the upper deck could provide much more than an elevated helm position. By fully enclosing and climate-controlling the space, the builder created another lounge and entertaining area that could remain useful in poor weather as well as during long-distance cruising.
That philosophy remains visible across the current M Series, where the M75 takes the idea to its most expansive form while the M50 packages it into a more manageable yacht. For LYG owners, the appeal is practical because the extra living area can increase usable space without requiring a separate full deck above the accommodation.
Internal access changed how the levels connect
The move toward internal staircases and reverse-stair arrangements has helped integrate the flybridge more naturally with the main saloon. Maritimo says the current M60 combines a climate-controlled Skylounge with more than 11 square metres of protected exterior flybridge space and more than 25 square metres of combined upper-level living area.
That arrangement reduces the sense that the helm is isolated from the rest of the yacht and gives owners another weather-protected route between decks. It is especially relevant for family cruising, where safe movement for children, older guests and pets can matter as much as the size of the entertainment spaces themselves.
Glazing and lighter materials have changed the experience
Maritimo identifies larger bonded windows as one of the most visible changes between early boats and the latest generation. Advances in glazing technology have allowed designers to bring more light into the saloon and flybridge while creating a stronger visual connection between interior spaces and the sea.
Weight reduction has developed alongside those visual changes, but the builder says structural integrity and seakeeping remain the first priorities. New lightweight core materials are therefore being considered in furniture and non-structural applications, allowing weight savings to be reassigned to equipment, cruising capability or improved efficiency.
Owner feedback now feeds directly into new projects
The company says current development is increasingly shaped by owner participation, with ideas tested across multiple projects rather than introduced model by model in isolation. Lessons from the M55 and S55 platform, for example, have influenced later M60, S60 and 600 Series development while preserving distinct M and S product identities.
Maritimo also confirms that three additional boats are currently in design, with the engineering team reassessing flybridges, overhangs, styling, safety and machinery spaces. For buyers, that signals continued refinement rather than a wholesale departure from the long-range, owner-focused formula that has defined the builder’s current sub-24-metre range.
Official sources: www.maritimo.com.au.
