The Ancasta Group is showcasing a wide-ranging lineup of yachts, motor yachts, catamarans and RIBs at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS), which runs until 22 September 2024. 

The Beneteau Oceanis 37.1 makes its UK debut at this year’s SIBS, alongside the award-winning Beneteau First 44.

Catamarans from Lagoon – the world’s leading catamaran brand, high-performing RIBs from Protector, innovative motor yachts from Prestige and a range of sail and motor yachts from Beneteau complete Ancasta’s impressive lineup at the show.

Beneteau Oceanis 37.1 – UK debut 

The new 37ft Oceanis 37.1 is the eighth Oceanis model launched since 2017 and offers more sustainable eco-friendly sailing. 

The Oceanis 37.1’s absence of back stays provides an open outdoor space, and the generous double spreaders promise excellent performance. 

To retain easy handling shorthanded, all the rigging is brought back to the two aft winches. Only the halyards remain grouped around the coachroof. All the instruments can be found on the starboard helm console. 

The hull is flared with a rib to achieve greater power and stability. It also improves the hull rigidity, controls the weight well, and provides greater volume inside the bow. 

Beneteau First 44

With engineering by the Mer Forte design office, well known in ocean racing, and which played an integral role in the development of the Figaro Bénéteau 3, the First 44 takes full advantage of Beneteau’s expertise and the knowledge of the best naval architects and designers. 

The plentiful sail plan, defined by a slender mainsail and generously sized foresails, allows for lively and efficient sailing in all conditions, while below decks it is modern and light. The model affords three cabins and two heads.

Affectionately known as a ‘mini First 53’ due to its racing prowess, the First 44 has already competed in the Transpac 2023, the transpacific yacht race, and will enter the Rolex Sydney Hobart Race later this year. 

Other models on show at SIBS include:

Beneteau Sail – the Oceanis 34.1, 40.1 and 46.1. 

Beneteau Power – Beneteau Gran Turismo 41 and 45 and Beneteau Swift Trawler 41 and 48. 

Lagoon Catamarans – Lagoon 46 and 42 

Prestige Yachts – Prestige M48, 590, 520 and F4.9 

Protector RIBs – 310 Protector Targa and 310 Protector chase

Readers can find the full list of boats to be presented by Ancasta at the Southampton International Boat Show 2024 and book an appointment online.

Keep abreast of which boat shows and events are coming up over the next few months.

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