Posted on 11/08/2007 EDT @ 18:01 under:
Boat Shows,
Cruising Sailing Yachts,
Beneteau
Beneteau Océanis 37, unveiled at this autumn’s boat shows, will be offered with a choice of two layouts: a 2-cabin version and a 3-cabin version. The Beneteau development strategy includes a commitment to working with the world’s top yacht designers and interior designers. The new Océanis 37 is no exception, with boat design by Groupe Finot and an interior by Nauta Design.
Posted on 11/06/2007 EDT @ 00:24 under:
Cruising Sailing Yachts,
Beneteau
A recent segment on CNNMoney.com highlights the high life at sea, discussing living on board a Beneteau 49 full-time, Beneteau USA, and the new Fractional Yachting program.
Posted on 10/05/2007 EDT @ 10:14 under:
Cruising Sailing Yachts,
Beneteau
Designed to complete the line-up of the next generation of Beneteaus, the new Beneteau 43 takes its place along with the very recent Beneteau 40, 46 and 49. All four of these exceptional yachts have been launched in production at the Beneteau USA plant in Marion, SC within the past 12 months, which is believed to be a record for the number of annual introductions for an American builder of large luxury sailboats.
Posted on 09/17/2007 EDT @ 00:07 under:
Cruising Sailing Yachts,
Boat Shows,
Beneteau
To launch Bordeaux 60, CNB and the Group Beneteau’s various networks joined forces with internationally well-known talents –Philippe Briand as naval architect and Hugon Couëdel Design for ergonomics and interior design. The brief given to the design team emphasized the wish to create a 60’ with large yacht appeal, seaworthy and easy to sail with a limited crew.
Named both Boat of the Year by Sailing World and one of the 10 Best Boats by SAIL Magazine, - the First 36.7 by Farr Yacht Design ® is a competitive One Design outfitted with some of the finest available equipment. Inspired by the worldwide success of the First 40.7, the First 36.7 is the perfect choice for racers who want optimum performance along with value and comfort.
Posted on 03/26/2007 EDT @ 11:11 under:
Sport Yachts,
Cruising Sailing Yachts,
Beneteau
Briand Yacht Design said of this new model, “We designed the First 50 in the same way as we design superyachts, an exceptional object, featuring the best up to the minute technology and art, to match the owner’s pride.” While the First 50 is designed as a performance/racing yacht, it is those elements which make her such a delight to sail when off the race course.
Posted on 02/01/2007 EDT @ 21:29 under:
Cruising Sailing Yachts,
Beneteau
Since the phenomenally successful launch of the Beneteau 49 and 46 this past fall, Beneteau has continued to strive to lead by bringing the most exciting designs to sailing, and they now announce the arrival of the all new Beneteau 40. True to the concept of offering the most exceptional livability, quality, cachet and value as found in her larger siblings, the Beneteau 40 was created by the collaboration of the renowned naval architects Berret/Racoupeau combined with the stylizing of the design firm of Nauta Yachts. This third member of the “next generation” of Beneteaus launches another impressive, elegant yacht with great excitement.
Posted on 01/11/2007 EDT @ 10:04 under:
Trawlers,
Beneteau
Drawn by the renowned firm of Joubert/Nivelt in cooperation with the Beneteau engineering office, the Swift Trawler 42 launches a new niche of passagemakers with the ability to travel at a rapid pace in sublime comfort. Cruising at 18 knots, the ST 42 has a cruising range of over 300 miles. Her safe, seaworthy hull will carry your crew safely and quickly to the next port.
Posted on 12/22/2006 EDT @ 00:30 under:
Cruising Sailing Yachts,
Beneteau
Designed by Farr Yacht Design, this powerful 57-foot passagemaker sets a new standard for production sailing yachts. Her brilliant details have been so well thought out that, in fact, she may perhaps even exceed the aspirations of some semi-custom yards. No other vessel in her class has ever delivered this smart combination of styling, luxury, performance at such unequaled value.
Posted on 12/03/2006 EDT @ 00:14 under:
Cruising Sailing Yachts,
Beneteau
Twenty years after the launch of its' American manufacturing facility, Beneteau USA introduces the Beneteau 49, an exceptional yacht that marks a new level in the history of their blue water cruisers, intended for discerning owners expecting the best from the largest yacht builder in the world.