'New Generation' Oceanis 37

The French yachtmaker said the new vessel is the result of a development strategy that includes a commitment to working with the world's top yacht and interior designers. The Oceanis 37 design is by Groupe Finot and the interior by Nauta Design.

This prestige partnership, said Beneteau, has created a breathtaking new-generation yacht in the same style as the Oceanis models launched last year, with perfect harmony of line, performance and function.

Beneteau said the three key values that make the Océanis 37 different from yachts of similar size are the clean and elegant lines that make for a high-performance hull, a cruising cockpit that doesn't compromise on space, safety and ease of handling and, lastly, a below decks layout that continues the company's tradition and reflects the brand's innovative profile in terms of perceived value, storage, mouldings, light and style.

The roof line is sleek and incorporates two large windows for maximum light below decks. The cockpit is immediately welcoming, says Beneteau, with plenty of room to move around, and an attractive and practical table.

Cockpit safety features include a large transom liferaft locker. Beneteau said its family features can also be seen in the well-designed companionway door and the companionway itself, with generous treads for easy saloon access.

Beneteau said the forward cabin is a good size for a 37-footer, with excellent headroom and ventilation, a berth wide and long enough for real comfort, and plenty of storage.

The yacht boasts a fully-equipped galley with enough refrigeration, freshwater and stowage capacity for long-distance cruising, said Beneteau.

This new Oceanis is the fifth addition to the upgraded range in less than 18 months and, like its bigger brothers, combines comfort, ergonomic design, performance and designer looks to deliver unbeatable value for money, said Beneteau.