SYDNEY BOAT SHOW: Beneteau launches two new yachts

Sydney International Boat Show sees the Australian launch for two new models from Beneteau. Headlining the Beneteau Vicsail display on the marina is the stylish Beneteau Oceanis 55, offering a new lifestyle at sea.

Although it's big, Beneteau says the Oceanis 55 is an easy yacht to sail, with features that increase its manoeuvrability, balance and performance while at the same time offering safety and comfort. At anchor, the swim platform can be lowered to water level for swimming or relaxing, and the boat boasts four large sunbathing areas.

The Oceanis 55 is a semi-custom boat with numerous layouts on offer. In each of them the interiors are spacious, bright and cool thanks to the abundance of windows and opening hatches.

Also making its Australian debut is the Beneteau Sense 46. The Sense 46 has the benefit of impressive stability while sacrificing none of its speed. The modular cockpit points to the boat's versatility -- a retractable transom, folding table and benches offer plenty of scope for entertaining or relaxing. Stable and seaworthy, the Sense 46 makes sailing simple. Easy to manage two-handed, the yacht features a helm station where all the controls are centralised.

Spacious open and bright the saloon is conceived as a relaxing lounge room. Forward double cabins are highlighted by the owner’s cabin offering a private head compartment as well as a separate shower and island bed.

NSW Beneteau dealer Vicsail is presenting an exceptional array of the latest yachts for inspection and offering a range of promotional incentives during the show, with the national dealer network also offering great deals for those looking for a new Beneteau for summer.

For more information get down to the Sydney International Boat Show or visit www.beneteau.com.au.