The New Beneteau Tommy Bahama Editions
Beneteau 423 and 473 will sport new look based on clothing line
October 13, 2004
The two interior color schemes available. Photos by David McCreary
Interior, Beneteau 473. Photo by David McCreary
Tony Margolis, President and CEO of Tommy Bahama, purveyor of island lifestyles, is pleased to announce a licensing agreement with Beneteau USA Inc. for the design and distribution of the Tommy Bahama Beneteau 423 and 473 sailing yachts. This represents a new category for Tommy Bahama and further enhances the lifestyle brand concept. The first sailing yachts will be launched at the United States Sailboat Show, October 7th to 11th 2004 in Annapolis, MD.
"Tommy Bahama has always tried to show the world how to relax in style," says Mr. Margolis. "With this agreement we can add to the world of sailing, a new level of luxury and good taste. We are proud to be associated with Beneteau, one of the finest boat manufacturers in the world. These new yachts will help to show people why 'Life is one long weekend'."
Interior, Beneteau 473. Photo by David McCreary
Beneteau USA will customize two of its award-winning monohulls, the 423 and 473, to create the ultimate sailing yacht that captures the essence of Tommy Bahama. Incorporating unique materials, tropical colorations, innovative design details and advanced manufacturing techniques, these yachts are crafted to satisfy the most scrupulous of sailors for either offshore sailing or cruising the harbor. The 42' and 47' vessels each boast extraordinary comfort, volume and light for a graceful elegance with bluewater strength.
Interior, Beneteau 473. Photo by David McCreary
"We always knew that Tommy Bahama was a fine sailor, and so it is no surprise that this true leader of the island lifestyle has chosen to set sail with the leader of pleasure sailing craft, Beneteau," states Wayne Burdick, President, Beneteau USA. "I can't wait to see the results of this collaborative exercise in excellence, which we will unveil at the Annapolis Sailboat Show, October 7th. An exceptionally elegant, refined yacht that only a top stylist and world-class builder can create will be launched."
The Tommy Bahama sailing yachts will be distributed through more than 40 select dealers across America. The first models will be available early in the 2005 model year.
See www.beneteauusa.com
