The 100th Jeanneau 57
rolls off the production line this month and will be delivered to her new owner in Shenzhen, China. Ease of handling, luxurious liveability and offshore performance are touted as key elements of the 57's appeal. And the collaboration between the highly respected naval architect Philippe Briand, and interior and deck designer Vittorio Garroni has resulted in an elegant yacht.
Design, engineering and, most importantly, construction certified by the Bureau Veritas and built to ISO9001 provide peace of mind no matter what conditions are encountered.
Research has shown that 80 per cent of time aboard yachts is spent on deck and so special attention was paid to cockpit design. Sailing, dining, entertaining and pure lounging are all well catered for with a large cockpit that incorporates a sun deck and an electrically operated stern platform with tender stowage.
The bright and spacious saloon is accessed through two large companionway sliding doors. LED lighting, a surround sound BOSE stereo and the option of a cockpit table fridge are just some of the interior features.
The sailing enthusiast will appreciate the long waterline length, centrally located tankage, keel-stepped triple-spreader rig, and the mylar/taffeta sails. For more performance there are optional as a Gori feathering propeller, classic mainsail, German mainsheet system, and Navtec hydraulic backstay.
More 57s have been delivered worldwide than any other boat in her category, says Jeanneau's local PR man, making this model a true benchmark in her class. More at www.jeanneauaustralia.com.