There are no other sailboat companies in the world with the long-standing heritage of Beneteau. Today, Beneteau is the foundation of Groupe Beneteau, the world's largest manufacturer of sailboats. In fact, Groupe Beneteau is almost twice the size of our nearest competitor. An awesome title, and one that brings us much more than mere bragging rights. Because when you have worldwide buying power, you have the ability to purchase and equip like no other company–anywhere. Our purchasing power allows us to outfit our boats with name brand hardware, hatches, fittings, and performance sails. Also, we are able to purchase the finest woods from around the world for creating the exquisite interiors that have become the Beneteau hallmark. And, it allows us to utilize the talents of some of the world's finest naval architects including Farr Yacht Design, Finot-Conq, Nauta Design, Joubert/Nivelt, Briand, and Berret/Racoupeau. Our lineage is something that we hold dear at Beneteau. Not only for sentimental reasons, but also because of the tradition of excellence it contributes to every new Beneteau.