What are the best yacht brands and why?

Tom

23 June 2021

What are the best yacht brands and why?

If you’re looking for a new vessel, or for an upgrade to your prized yacht, then it’s always helpful to have recommendations of brands you know are reliable and are good value for money. We've compiled a list of the best yacht brands to help you in your search…

 

Princess Yachts

Running since 1965, Princess Yachts have established themselves at the forefront of yacht makers with their quality craftsmanship. They strive to innovate and push the boundaries of yacht design, whilst building upon their reliable foundations. Of their offering, we’d particularly recommend their V & S Class ranges, with models available up to 55 foot.

 

Fairline Yachts

Another British luxury yacht manufacturer with expert craftsmanship are Fairline Yachts. Having combined their expertise and collaborated with Italian yacht designer, Alberto Mancini, contemporary feel has been injected to lift and refresh the brand. 

 

Jeanneau

Europe’s largest scale producer of yachts, Jeanneau, boast an array of liveable sailboats and motorboats for fishing, cruising and watersports. The boatmaker prides itself on it’s quality of craftsmanship, as well as being part of a family, with a presence in over 80 countries.

 

Beneteau

Luxury motorboat and yacht brand, Beneteau, pride themselves on their innovative processes and materials to deliver boats of the highest quality. With skilled architects and designers on board, they offer a versatile fleet of yachts, suitable for leisure cruising, fishing, sports and more.

 

Sealine

Croatian company, Sealine Yachts, are a luxury yacht company who specialise in spacious, handbuilt boats that are the epitome of opulence. Their light and airy cabins benefit from floor to ceiling windows to create the feeling of expanse.

 

Bavaria

Bavaria yachts offer good value for money, with high levels of safety an important feature of their innovative technology. Collaboration is something they are proud of, with customisability something offered to create your perfect boat.

 

Galeon

Lastly, Galeon yachts are another affordable yet reliable and quality option that delivers equally on performance and comfort. With an array of sizes of vessel, there is an option for everyone and the perfect yacht for those boating adventures.

 

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