The Malta Boat Show returns to Dock 1, Cospicua from October 30 to November 2, 2025, and with it comes a significant moment for Maltese powerboat racing. Chaudron Powerboats Malta will unveil the SVR 33, the latest evolution of the company’s championship-winning bloodline, designed by five-time world champion Aaron Ciantar.
Racing Heritage Meets Modern Design
The SVR 33 represents a natural progression for Chaudron, bridging the gap between the popular SV-33 pleasure boat and the race-proven SVR-27 that has dominated the V2 UIM World Championship. Built on the foundation of the 33-foot twin-step hull that has earned Chaudron six world titles as boat builders, the SVR 33 is designed specifically for competitive powerboat racing whilst maintaining the build quality and attention to detail that has become synonymous with the Ciantar family.
The new model features a fully capped design for improved strength and aerodynamics, a proven twin-step hull optimised for rough water performance, and compatibility with Mercury Racing engines ranging from the 300R to the latest 450R. With a maximum beam of 7 feet 2 inches and a fuel capacity of 130 gallons, the SVR 33 is engineered to deliver both speed and endurance on the race circuit.
Aaron Ciantar’s Championship Pedigree
Aaron Ciantar’s involvement in the SVR 33’s development brings decades of world championship experience to every design element. The Maltese driver secured his first world title in 2007 with team-mate Angelo Tedeschi in the UIM Powerboat P1 SuperSport Class, defending it successfully in 2008. He went on to claim further world championships in 2009, 2014, and 2017, the latter in the V1 Class.
Beyond his success behind the wheel, Ciantar has established Chaudron as one of the most respected names in high-performance powerboat construction. The family business, founded in 1988, has grown from building 16 to 22-foot boats to producing championship-winning race craft that compete at the highest levels of international competition.
After winning five world championship titles, our focus is on building boats that allow drivers to reach their full potential on the water.
Proven Platform
The SVR 33’s design draws directly from competition experience. The SV-33 platform has already demonstrated its capabilities in prestigious events, including a remarkable performance at the 75th Centomiglia Del Lario at Lake Como. Despite being a pleasure boat competing against purpose-built race machines, a Chaudron SV-33 led the field for over two minutes before a mechanical issue forced its withdrawal, showcasing the fundamental strength of the hull design.
The race-spec SVR variant takes these proven characteristics and refines them for serious competition. Standard features include hydraulic jack plates, Mercury VesselView instrumentation, Livorsi gauges, racing controls, and Imco steering, all integrated into a cockpit designed for maximum driver control and feedback.
Show Details
The Malta Boat Show runs from Thursday, October 30 through Sunday, November 2 at Dock 1, Cospicua. Opening hours are Thursday and Friday from 17:30 to 22:30, Saturday from 12:00 to 23:00, and Sunday from 12:00 to 19:00. The event marks the first boat show organised by Yachting Malta since the Valletta Boat Show in 2017.
Chaudron Powerboats Malta will display the SVR 33 alongside other models from their range, which spans from 22 to 45 feet. The company, represented internationally through partnerships including Norwester Marine Group in the United States, continues to build each boat by hand in Malta, maintaining the craftsmanship standards that have defined the brand for over three decades.
For more information about the Malta Boat Show, visit yachtingmalta.org. Details about Chaudron’s full model range are available at chaudronpowerboats.com.
John Moore’s involvement in powerboat racing began in 1981 when he competed in his first offshore powerboat race. After a career as a Financial Futures broker in the City of London, specialising in UK interest rate markets, he became actively involved in event organisation and powerboat racing journalism.
He served as Event Director for the Cowes–Torquay–Cowes races between 2010 and 2013. In 2016, he launched Powerboat Racing World, a digital platform providing global powerboat racing news and insights. The following year, he co-founded UKOPRA, helping to rejuvenate offshore racing in the United Kingdom. He sold Powerboat Racing World in late 2021 and remained actively involved with UKOPRA until 2025.
In 2025, he established Powerboat News, returning to independent journalism with a focus on neutral and comprehensive coverage of the sport.
