Since 1884 - the world's largest boat builder, in sail and in power.
The name that put the world afloat.
Beneteau is the world's largest boat builder and one of the oldest. Founded in 1884 in Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie as a fishing-boat yard, the French company grew into a global leader in both sailing and motor boats.
From the Oceanis and First sailing yachts to the Antares, Gran Turismo, Swift Trawler and Flyer motor boats, more people go to sea on a Beneteau than on any other brand.
For nearly 140 years, Beneteau has been building boats. What began with Benjamin Beneteau's fishing craft became the reference for accessible, well-designed sailing and motor boats worldwide.
That scale and experience mean a Beneteau offers proven design, strong value and a boat for almost every use, from a first cruiser to a comfortable motor yacht.
From a Vendee fishing yard to the world's number one builder.
Benjamin Beneteau founds the yard in Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, on France's Atlantic coast.
Beneteau becomes the world's largest builder of sailing and motor boats.
From the Oceanis and First to the Antares, Swift Trawler and Flyer ranges.
A Beneteau is designed to be dependable and easy to enjoy, with the value that comes from building more boats than anyone else.
Whether under sail or power, it offers proven engineering, sensible layouts and the reassurance of a name found in marinas all over the world.
More people go to sea on a Beneteau.
The essentials behind the world's largest boat builder.
Dreaming of a relaxed day or week aboard a Beneteau on the French Riviera? Tell us what you have in mind and we source the right boat, with crew and itinerary, along the coast and beyond.
Yes. We can arrange a Beneteau sailing yacht or motor boat for a day, a weekend or a full week on the French Riviera and beyond, with crew and itinerary included.
Beneteau is the world's largest boat builder, founded in 1884, offering proven, accessible sailing and motor boats for almost every use.
Beneteau builds from around 5 metres to 20 metres, across sailing yachts and motor boats.
Beneteau is French, with its roots in Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie on France's Atlantic coast.