BENETEAU MADE A DAZZLING PRESENCE AT SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
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From November 13th to 16th, Cockle Bay at Darling Harbor, Australia was transformed into a splendid outdoor showcase of recreational vessels and leisure attractions. The expanded Sydney On-Water International Boat Show opened its door to enthusiastic exhibitors and eager visitors. Beneteaus dealer in Australia Chapman Marine (outboard) joined hands with Flagstaff Marine (sail and inboard) to bring together a fleet of 5 models at the show.
The Highlights of the 2025 display included the First 30 planing cruiser launched earlier this year, the versatile and comfortable Oceanis 40.1 sailboat, the all-time popular Antares 11 Fly dayboat, the dashing Gran Turismo 32, and the elegant passage-maker Swift Trawler 48.
The experts from Chapman Marine and Flagstaff Marine guided our customers to walk through those amazing vessels and helped them find the ideal fit. Great gratitude to the fantastic job by the teams.
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THE FIRST 30,
PLANING FOR SUCCESS IN APAC
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In the beginning of year 2025, Beneteau has launched the brand new First 30 at boot Dusseldorf. This model has achieved instant popularity among the international sailing community and won industry recognition. By far, four of its kind have already arrived in our region. With the great support of our partners, we are hosting First 30 Immersive Tour at iconic cities across APAC, including onboard viewings and sea trials.
The First 30 truly lives up to expectations, filling the gap between the First 27 and 36. It caters to the diverse needs of todays sailors, offering a versatile planing cruiser suitable for both professional and amateur racing, as well as family cruisingall while delivering an enjoyable experience.
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YOKOHAMA, JAPAN Japans first First 30 was showcased at Yokohama Floating Yacht Show took place from October 3rd to 5th, 2025, organized by our dealer in the country First Marine. The model has already been delivered to its owner.
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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA Australias first First 30 officially met the public at Pittwater Sail Expo held from October 24th-26th, 2025, arranged by our dealer in the country Flagstaff Marine. This planing cruiser was also seen at Sydney International On-water Boat Show and First Experience-Sydney.
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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA Shortly after its debut in Australia, another brand new First 30 arrived in Brisbane, Australia, ordered by our dealer in the country, Spirit Marine. The team is meticulously preparing for its first sail!
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HONG KONG, CHINA At the upcoming Hong Kong International Boat Show, our dealer ASIAMARINE will present the First 30 on-site, offering a great opportunity for visitors to experience the joy of effortless planing. Come and visit Beneteau at the show!
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THE FIGARO BENETEAU 3 SAILS ITS WAY TO GLORY IN SOUTH KOREA
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We share joy and pride with our dealer Yacht Master in South Korea to announce that their Figaro Beneteau 3 sailed its way to the podium by claiming the overall winner of ORC I Class during the Korea Turtleship Cup Yacht Race 2025 took place from October 30th to November 2nd in the waters of Yeosu,a port city in South Korea.
The competing TEAM BENETEAU crew was made up of Yacht Master staff and former national sailing team members. In the past few years, this Figaro 3 is quite active in the waters of South Korea, taking part in various offshore and inshore races like the Korea-Japan arirang Race, Korea Southern Coast Cup, Busan Super Cup International Yacht Race and achieving great achievements. We owe the Yacht Master team a huge thank you for tapping into this models great potential in APAC arenas.
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The competition was mostly run from November 1st to 2nd with two races for each day. The Figaro 3 performed well at two inshore races under Day Ones strong winds and ranked No.1 on the scoreboard; it flew over waves and delivered an outstanding performance on Day Twos coastal races. Congratulations to TEAM BENETEAU!
As the worlds first production foiling monohull, the Figaro Beneteau 3 is designed by world-renowned naval architectural firm VPLP, equipped with a higher-performing ballast-free hull, a more slender and deeper keel, a setback mast, and a more extensive and larger sail plan. With a lighter weight, she features easy handling, fast acceleration and speed.
The Figaro 3 is the official boat of the legendary La Solitaire du Figaro, whose mission is to cultivate and develop great offshore solo sailors. In APAC, it has been delivered to owners based in Taiwan, Australia and Japan. During the 2023 and 2024 edition of the Rolex China Sea Race, the Figaro 3 skippered by the father and son teamPhilippe and Cosmas Grelon surprised the Hong Kong Sailing Community by outperforming many other fully-crewed big models.
If you prefer racing regattas, either around buoys, coastal overnights or offshore distance, the Figaro 3 will give you all the thrills you need!
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A THROWBACK TO THE BENETEAU RENDEZVOUS IN HONG KONG
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video © ASIAMARINE
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We welcomed the participation of 11 Beneteau sailing yachts with happy owners and crews in the special Halloween edition of Beneteau Rendezvous in Hong Kong on October 25th, 2025. The competing Beneteau fleet included the Oceanis 37.1 First Line, the popular mid-sized Oceanis 46.1, the classic Oceanis 33135.141, the legendary First 45 and the racer/cruiser First 36 etc.. Lets have a look back at this successful spooktacular sailing gathering co-organized by our sailboat dealer in Hong Kong ASIAMARINE and Beneteau Asia-Pacific.
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THE INNOVATIVE SPIRIT OF THE 8TH GENERATION OCEANIS
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At Cannes this year, Beneteau presented the 8th generation Oceanis range with two new modelsthe Oceanis 52 and Oceanis 47. Since the ranges launch in 1986, over 30,000 units have been delivered by our shipyard!
The birth of those two models are out of the real voices from owners, dealers, charterers, as well as of brilliant collaboration from Beneteau product team and well-established interior designers and naval architects. Let's dive deep into the amazing features of those two vessels via beautifully-created videos and pictures.
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The Oceanis 47 is the result of a partnership between Finot-Conq and Nauta Yacht Design. The generously proportioned cockpit is made possible by the full beam design extending to the transom, providing unparalleled living space aboard. The choice of a closed cockpit makes for safer sailing, creating a versatile area that can easily be used as an outdoor galley with a plancha grill, while the open cockpit offers ample and direct access to the sea. Centrally positioned in this elegant interior, the owners suite offers a true heaven of comfort. Easy to handle and with a wide choice of layouts available, this fast, high performance cruising yacht can be tailored to any sailing program.
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| images © Exterior: Maxime Horlaville; Interior: Julien Gazeau |
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The Oceanis 52 by Biscontini and Nauta Design ushers in the 8th generation of Oceanis cruising yachts and blends power, elegance, innovation, and lineage. The living space in the generously proportioned cockpit is enhanced by a maximum beam extending all the way to the transom, 30% larger than the Oceanis 51.1. The double C-shaped benches form a flowing, diamond-shaped layout that promotes smooth, natural movement from the companionway to the lifting swim platform. At the heart of the yacht, the saloon is designed to inspire unforgettable moments of connection and togetherness. The focal point of this amazing interior, is the impressive owners suite, which is spacious and has a premium feel.
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THE SWIFT TRAWLER 37, MORE FREEDOM TO CONFIGURE SPACE ONBOARD
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Beneteau recently released the first exterior images of the Swift Trawler 37. As the new entry-level model of this world-renowned passagemaking range, the Swift Trawler 37 leads the new wave in space living on a boat. She is available in Sedan and Flybridge. What worths mention is that for the Sedan version, Beneteau introduces a new concept of adaptive floorspace, giving owners the freedom to DIY their own space onboard with personal identities and for different lifestyles. This modern passagemaker offers enhanced design, perfect space for family living and fun, reliability and performance at sea, as well as meticulous detailing improvement.
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A SPLENDID FIRST 36 FLEET SAILS IN STYLE
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The First 36 One Design fleet brings something special to the Adriatic identical boats ready for sailors who want the real thing: equal boats, pure skill, pure teamwork.
The First 36 is the ultimate planing cruiser, designed from day one with two personalities. One platform is for sailors who want easy, confident, relaxed cruising and effortless planing with friends and family. The other is for those who want to feel the boat come alive a pure planing hull, light, reactive, ready to race and push the limits of her team.
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UPCOMING APAC BOAT SHOW PREVIEWS
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Join Beneteau at those upcoming boat shows in our region and enjoy the unique Beneteau boating experience.
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HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
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As one of the most prestigious and longest serving platform for boat buyers and dealers in the Asia-Pacific Region, Hong Kong International Boat Show kicks off on December 4th, 2025. Our dealers in Hong Kong ASIAMARINE (sailboat dealer) will team up with NextWave Yachting (powerboat dealer), together to present a fleet of 4 models for our visitors, including the Hong Kong Premiere of the First 30.
If you want to feel firsthand the charm of our award-winning First 30 and the eco-friendly Oceanis 37.1, or experience the versatility and power of our iconic Antares weekenders, come and meet us at the show.
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THAILAND INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
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The 4th edition of the Thailand International Boat Show will return to the prestigious Phuket Yacht Haven Marina in mid January, 2026, with a goal to elevate Phukets global reputation as Asias premier yachting destination. Our dealer in the Kingdom Primus Marine will represent Beneteau at the show and display 2 models on-site.
For sailing yacht, we will have the Oceanis 40.1, offering unrivalled deck volume and interior space with great performance at sea. For dayboat, the highly-popular Antares 11 Fly focusing on space, comfort and safety will be exhibited.
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SHOW INFO Date: January 15th-18th, 2026
Venue: Phuket Yacht Haven Marina, Phuket, Thailand Model ons display Sailing yacht: Oceanis 40.1
Dayboat: Antares 11 Fly
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UPCOMING EVENTS IN APAC
HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
Date: December 4th-7th, 2025
Venue: Club Marina Cove, Hong Kong
THAILAND INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
Date: January 15th-18th, 2026
Venue: Phuket Yacht Haven Marina, Phuket, Thailand
BOOT DÜSSELDORF 2026
Date: January 17th-25th, 2026
Venue: Dusseldorf, Germany
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