The Nordhavn 80, has been shortlisted for the 2023 International Yacht & Aviation Awards (IYAA) in the category of Best Motor Yacht Design (25-40 Meters). With this nomination, which can be viewed here, the N80 is line to become the third Nordhavn to take home a highly coveted IYAA design award. Last year, the Nordhavn 41 captured Best Yacht Design Under 25 Meters, and in 2017, the Nordhavn 96 won Best Yacht Design Under 40 Meters.

The Nordhavn 80 is also up for Best Interior Yacht Design in the Under 40 Meter category, specifically for hull #1. To view the nomination, click here.

The International Yacht & Aviation Awards are produced by European design titles, design et al, an interior design publication as well as Luxe et al, which focuses on yacht and aviation design. According to the IYAA promoters, “The aim of the IYAA is to create an opportunity for desigers, naval architects, shipyards, private jet manufacturers and product designers to showcase their work and to celebrate some of the best design schemes, product launches and innovation from throughout the world.”

Judging is based on a combined score from a panel of judges as well as a viewers’ choice component, which will happen in spring 2023.