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For so many boat owners comparing models in the highly prized 50-60ft bracket, the feeling you get when you step aboard is everything – or very close to it. And the Maritimo S60 exceeds expectations.
Maritimo’s S60 Sedan Black Edition hits the elusive ‘sweet spot’ among motoryachts, combining a single-level, open-plan layout and proven offshore credentials in a manageable 18.9m package with a formidable fuel capacity of 4,550 litres.
Hot on the heels of the successful M60 Flybridge, the S60 was unveiled at the 2025 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show. It has proven an appealing option for cruising couples and families seeking long-range capabilities, performance and all the benefits of single-level living.
‘Black Edition’ is the nomenclature applied to all Generation II editions of M and S models since 2024. According to Maritimo, now represented by Primus Marine in Southeast Asia, ‘Black Edition’ entails enhanced aesthetics and functionality with exterior styling and interior finishes drawn from the brand’s flagship models, the M75 and S75.
For Southeast Asia, the S60 is a compelling package that delivers luxurious amenities, generous social spaces, all the practical features for days on the water, and the hull-design and range to venture further afield and explore the region’s fascinating cruising grounds.
The S60 was developed from hundreds of hours of R&D based on owner and dealer feedback that identified key characteristics for onboard liveability: free-flowing spaces, protection from the elements for year-round enjoyment, and close connection to the water.
According to Simon Stewart, Maritimo’s Marketing Manager: “The S60 delivers a rare balance of long range efficiency, internal volume and proven operating systems, with proportions optimised specifically for this 60ft size rather than inherited from a bigger hull.”
One couple, loyal Maritimo customers over many years, moved up from their much-loved M54 to the S60 due to its family-friendly attributes. “There’s a lot of room on board, and we feel it delivers all the extra space we enjoyed with our flybridge,” they explain.
A major factor in the couple’s decision was concern for the safety of their young grandchildren. “There’s that extra layer of caution having them on board. We find it a lot more interactive to socialise on one level. People tend to congregate on one level so it’s great for younger guests and older people, and the skipper feels a part of it.”
Ease of operation, reliability and Maritimo’s low-maintenance shaft-drive system sealed the deal, as far as this cruising couple is concerned. “The shaft drive is a really important factor, and great for driver confidence, ease of servicing and future-proofing the boat to ensure its resale value in time to come.”
FIRST IMPRESSIONS
Viewed from the marina, the S60 bears a svelte and sporty silhouette. More space allocated to the aft end of the vessel is masterfully balanced by the foredeck and extended hardtop. Tinted panoramic hull windows and the saloon’s two-stage vista sliding windows punctuate the dart-like shape.
More than aesthetics, its aerodynamics convey Maritimo’s focus on fuel-efficient performance and offshore capability. True to Maritimo’s long-range cruising ethos, the S60’s robust hull has been engineered for large fuel capacity and to deliver a stable ride in all conditions.
Featuring a variable deadrise hull with a sharp, fine bow entry for cutting through the chop, which gradually transitions to a flatter, ‘warped’ running surface aft, this characteristic design aims to reduce drag and improve fuel efficiency at long-range cruising speeds.
A deep, long keel is used for improved tracking and straight-line stability, while a reverse chine running almost the full length of the hull increases lift and reduces slapping impacts. Central placement of engines, fuel tanks and batteries is crucial to Maritimo’s renowned stability offshore. Its three-tank fuel system allows for bunkering from either side.
The S60 has a range of over 350nm at a brisk 25 knots and about 2,200nm at displacement speeds, making it a true long-range cruiser. Remember, these are motoryachts that regularly make the 1,100nm crossings from Australia to New Zealand, the equivalent of cruising from Singapore to Phuket and back.
Ideal for island hopping, the S60 is equally capable of more ambitious passage-making throughout Southeast Asia, such as voyages to the Andaman Islands northwest of Phuket, or through the vast archipelagos of the Philippines and Indonesia.
For this reason, Maritimo prefers shaft-drive technology, as the low 8-degree shaft angle allows for a draft of 1.5m, allowing access to a greater choice of anchorages and reliable long-range operation away from major boating centres.
ADVENTURE DECK TO BOW
Spanning nearly the full 5.2m beam, the aptly named ‘Adventure Deck’ with its high-low swim platform is a versatile space that can stow a tender, launch water toys or simply be decked out with bean bags, sun loungers, tables and chairs – making the S60 the ideal platform for avid divers, active families and those simply seeking solace at sea level.
The S60 boasts an enhanced cockpit boot module with integrated Epicure barbecue grill, bench top and fridge. The entire module can pivot upwards on electric actuators to reveal a deep lazarette capable of stowing assorted watertoys, fishing, diving and safety gear.
On each side of the module, recessed transom gates and lockers embody the guiding design principle of ‘aesthetics and practicality’. Meanwhile, the ‘Hardtop Utility Deck’ can be used for additional stowage, even for a tender, and is accessible from the cockpit by a ladder and an overhead hatch.
The cockpit or ‘upper cockpit’ is the outdoor hub connecting the Adventure Deck, side decks and the interior. Perfect for entertaining, the area features a fixed settee aft and a teak table that can seat six guests, while forward options include one or even two sofas.
Catering to the promise of year-round entertaining regardless of heat, humidity, high UV or a sudden change in conditions as is experienced in the tropics, the cockpit can be transformed into a cosy or cool weatherproof haven by using clears or a breezeway system concealed in the overhead lining.
Maritimo’s deep side decks with high handrails and well-lit treads provide safe accessibility to the foredeck. Set up as a glorious sun trap, the bow provides an array of comfy sunpads and seating, plus lockers for gear such as fenders or an optional canopy for protection and privacy – vital in regions with high UV.
INNER PEACE
Bi-fold doors are among options for the entrance to the interior, which starts with a step up to the aft galley popularised by Maritimo for over two decades. Central to the galley is an island bench of a height that ensures unobstructed sightlines from the cockpit through to the windscreen.
Fitted with Miele appliances, including a full-size fridge and convection oven concealed behind Maritimo’s exquisite cabinetry, the galley provides an abundance of storage for provisions and bench space for food preparation for weekends or even weeks on the water.
A step up from the galley is the capacious saloon, the boat’s social heart, where the lounge and helm are unified by wrap-around glazing that maximises natural light and panoramic views. The S60 offers two-stage vista sliding windows that open fully, and with the optional sunroof, amplify the water views and sea breezes, while air-conditioning ensures year-round comfort no matter the season.
Portside is a long, four-seat sofa, while forward is a 55in TV on an electric lift. To starboard is a high-low, fold-out dining table with L-shaped seating. Black Edition elements include added cabinetry, upgraded LED mood lighting, and a wide selection of fabrics and finishes.
Maritimo has evolved its interior design approach over the past few years, giving owners the opportunity to create highly personalised spaces on board. Working closely with the Maritimo Design Team or using the Maritimo Virtual Configurator, owners can explore the colourways, timber options, fittings and fixtures, and soft-furnishing packages to bring their vision to life.
To starboard, the twin-chair helm station was designed for stress-free vision and communication with the saloon, back out to the cockpit and even down through the open atrium to the lower deck. Visibility is optimal through the large, heavily raked front windscreen, while there’s also a new ‘floating dash’.
Equipped with a Garmin navigation package as standard, the dash comprises intuitive, large-format multi-function displays for monitoring all systems, and cameras covering the engine room and stern.
REFINED REPOSE
Below deck, the three staterooms are characterised by generous head height thanks to a concerted effort by Maritimo designers to maximise every cubic-centimetre of the hull’s volume.
Midships, the full-beam master suite features a centreline king-size bed, en-suite bathroom, chaise longue and desk/vanity, with large, cedar-lined wardrobes and drawers. The hull windows with opening portholes allow in natural light, water views and ventilation.
Forward, the VIP cabin has an angled bed positioned against the starboard side for ease of access on both sides. The bed is slightly lower than on previous models, and hinges up to reveal ingenious stowage underneath with moulded spaces for luggage, vacuum and blankets.
The flexible third cabin to starboard can be used as a double or twin due to a berth that slides at the push of a button. Guests share the second bathroom with the VIP cabin.
Black Edition attributes include the additional cabinets along the side of the VIP cabin, upgraded bathroom fittings and a nifty laundry drawer in the companionway for the washer/dryer.
Meanwhile, the engine room – accessed via a hatch in the cockpit deck – is designed for easy serviceability and features a fully moulded, easy-to-clean structural liner that ensures a vibration-free experience for guests on board. Housing the twin Volvo Penta D13 engines, the engine room is well-ventilated, and air vents are subtly integrated into the rear edge of the coachhouse.
“The S60 is the complete package, really,” the S60 owners conclude. “The ability to entertain on one level, sweet lines and styling, lots of onboard storage and the quality of finish, which is world-class.”
Words: Jeni Bone; Photos: Maritimo
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