About the 52 FLY
Motor Boat Awards 2025 Winner
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Industry Recognition
Motor Boat Awards 2025 — Flybridge Category Winner
Recognised by Motor Boat & Yachting as the standout flybridge yacht of the year in its class
The Absolute 52 FLY earned the Motor Boat Awards 2025 flybridge category title — one of the most respected accolades in the British and international boating press — on the strength of its exceptional proportions, performance package, and the sheer quality of experience it delivers at a length that places it within reach of a far broader audience than a 60-footer. The judges recognised what prospective owners quickly discover: the 52 FLY punches significantly above its class in every dimension that matters.
At 54'9" on the waterline, the 52 FLY achieves 30 knots through twin Volvo Penta D8-IPS800 pod drives producing 600 horsepower each — remarkable performance that positions this model as genuinely fast rather than merely capable. The IPS drive configuration delivers the additional benefit of fuel efficiency at cruise, joystick precision for single-handed docking, and a smooth, confident ride characteristic that has made Volvo's pod system the industry benchmark.
Three cabins below — owner's, VIP, and guest stateroom — plus a crew cabin with independent access give the 52 FLY serious offshore range and liveaboard credentials. The saloon is full-width, beautifully finished, and connected to the cockpit in the open, fluid manner that defines the Absolute flybridge experience. Above, the flybridge is a destination in itself — generously proportioned for the hull length, with full helm, dining, and lounge zones under a protective hardtop.
Key Features
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Motor Boat Awards 2025 Winner
The 52 FLY claimed the 2025 Motor Boat Awards flybridge category — the most competitive and closely watched segment of the annual awards programme — recognising its outstanding balance of design, performance, and livability.
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30-Knot Performance
Twin D8-IPS800 pod drives produce 600 horsepower each and propel the 52 FLY to 30 knots — genuinely quick for a yacht of this size. Joystick docking makes marina handling effortless; at cruise, the IPS system delivers strong fuel economy.
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Three Cabins + Crew Quarter
Full owner, VIP, and guest staterooms below — each finished to Absolute's exacting standard. The separate crew cabin with independent aft access ensures professional operation without compromise to the guest experience.
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Award-Winning Flybridge
Generous for the hull length — the flybridge accommodates a full helm station, dining for six, and a dedicated lounge zone. The judges singled out its proportions and practicality as exceptional for a 52-foot platform.
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Full-Width Saloon
Floor-to-ceiling glazing on both sides of the main saloon connects the interior to the sea in the signature Absolute manner. The galley, dining, and lounge areas flow naturally into the aft cockpit through large folding doors.
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Italian Build Quality
Absolute Yachts has built every hull in Italy since 1988 at their Podenzano facility — a heritage of craftsmanship visible in every joinery detail, upholstery finish, and system installation on the 52 FLY.
Photo Gallery
32 Photos — Exterior · Cockpit · Flybridge · Interior · Cabins · Engine
Exterior
Cockpit & Outdoor Living
Flybridge
Interior — Saloon & Helm
Cabins & Bathrooms
Technical Specifications
Full Specifications
54'9" / 16.76m
Length Overall
2× Volvo Penta D8-IPS800
Engines
600 HP each
Power Per Engine
Motor Boat Awards 2025
Industry Award
Accommodation Layout
Cabins & Layout
Three guest staterooms and an independent crew cabin — a layout that makes the 52 FLY fully capable for extended passages with professional crew, or equally comfortable as an owner-operated vessel on coastal itineraries.
Owner's Quarter
Forward — Master Stateroom
The forward master cabin claims the full beam of the bow, offering a private, quiet sanctuary with a generous double berth, dedicated en-suite, and hull windows on both sides. The owner's quarter is the benchmark space — from here, every other cabin is measured.
VIP Cabin
Midship — Full En-Suite
The VIP stateroom sits amidships — the most stable position at sea — with a walk-around double berth, en-suite bathroom, and generous proportions. A highly desirable alternative to the master for guests who prefer a centrally located cabin.
Guest Cabin
Third Stateroom
A fully appointed third cabin maintains the 52 FLY's commitment to consistent quality across all sleeping spaces. En-suite bathroom, dedicated storage, and the same finish level as the owner's quarter — no second-tier spaces on this yacht.
Crew Cabin
Independent Aft Access
The dedicated crew cabin with entirely separate aft access keeps operations professional and discreet. Private bathroom, twin berths, and a location that allows crew to work without passing through guest spaces at any hour.
Main Saloon
Open Plan · Award-Winning Interior
The main-deck saloon connects galley, dining, and lounge in one light-filled, open space. Floor-to-ceiling hull windows run the full length of both sides; aft, the large folding door dissolves the boundary between the interior and the cockpit terrace.
Flybridge
Generous · Helm · Dining · Lounge
The flybridge — recognised by Motor Boat Awards judges as exceptional for the hull length — provides a complete upper-deck social zone with full helm station, dining for six, and a relaxed lounge area under a protective hardtop.
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