This spring's boat shows mean that an armada of technology is being launched to make everyone's time on the water safer and more fun. Without further ado, we review some of the top tech to put on your radar for the new year's boating season.

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Sirena Yachts ' smallest model to date recently made its US debut. The Sirena 48 has three staterooms and can be equipped with traditional diesels or hybrid propulsion. The midsize motoryacht completes the existing product line for Sirena, comprising the Sirena 58, 58 Coupe, 68, 78 and 88 models. According to the builder, the Sirena 48 is targeted at the next generation of boating enthusiasts to enter the on-the-water lifestyle, and is already proving to be popular in the market. The shipyard has sold more than 27 hulls to date, including 13 units in the US.

The Custom Line 140 has a sporty design that was inspired by residential architecture. The superyacht is the result of a collaboration between the Strategic Product Committee, which handled the exterior design, and the Ferretti Group Engineering Department, which crafted the interior and worked to create the style wanted by the owner.

For boaters looking for a new-to-them used yacht , now is a great time to start scouting options as the used- yacht segment has been shifting to a buyer's market . To help boat buyers in their yacht shopping, here's an in-depth look at 10 used yachts priced under $1 million that are ready for new owners today.