News Archive - Ancasta

Protector Boats Launches New R Edition Range

Rayglass Boats launches all-new Protector R Edition range.

Lagoon 60 Wins Yacht Style Awards

Lagoon 60 Wins 'Best Sailing Catamaran Over 15 Meters' at Yacht Style Awards

Ancasta Collection Magazine – #33 Out Now

Read all the latest news from Ancasta in the Ancasta Collection magazine.

Ancasta Sales Team Expansion

Meet Ancasta's revamped sales team here to support you in your boat purchases, sales and yacht ownership.

Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust Launches New Beneteau Oceanis 46.1

The Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust has officially welcomed a new yacht to its south coast fleet.

First Lagoon 38 Unveiled at Lagoon Exclusive Days

The very first Lagoon 38 was unveiled at the Lagoon Exclusive Days in Bordeaux, France.

Get underway this spring with our unmissable pre-season offers

Explore our excusive range of new and used power boats and sailing yachts – all in stock and ready to go.

McConaghy, Lagoon, and Bluegame Nominated for Multihull of the Year Awards 2025

Three outstanding catamarans from our new boat collection have been nominated for the prestigious 2025 Multihull of the Year award.

Two World Debuts at Lagoon Exclusive Days 2025

The very first Lagoon 38 and Lagoon Eighty2 will be unveiled at the Lagoon Exclusive Days in Bordeaux, France.

Protector Boats in Action at SailGP Auckland

A fleet of three new Protector Chase 330 RIBs supplied by Ancasta prove their prowess on the SailGP racecourse in Auckland, NZ.

Beneteau Swift Trawler 54 Wins Motor Boat Awards

The Beneteau Swift Trawler 54 is named Best Passagemaker in the Motor Boat Awards 2025

Ancasta Named Prestige Yachts Dealer of the Year

Ancasta has been named “Dealer of the Year” by Prestige Yachts.

World Launches and Show Debuts at Boot Düsseldorf 2025

Join us at Boot Dusseldorf to discover our collection world launches and show debuts.

New Flexiteek 3 Now Available from Ancasta Yacht Services

Ancasta Yacht Services becomes a Flexiteek UK installer.

Ancasta Collection Magazine – #32 Out Now

Read all the latest news from Ancasta in the Ancasta Collection magazine.

Lagoon 60 scoops the Multihull of the Year Award 2024

Voted for by the readers of Sailing Today, we are pround to announce that the Lagoon 60 has been awarded the Multihull of the Year Award for 2024

Sanlorenzo Yachts UK appoints new Managing Director

Nick Hatfield; delighted to be charged with taking Sanlorenzo Yachts UK to the next level

British Yachting Awards recognise the new Lagoon 60

The new Lagoon 60 has been nominated for the Best Multihull Award at this years British Yachting Awards.

New Lagoon 43 nominated for European Yacht of the Year 🏆

Ancasta Collection Magazine – #31 Out Now

Read all the latest news from Ancasta in the Ancasta Collection magazine.

New Opportunities from Navigare Yachting

Discover new opportunities from our yacht charter investment partner Navigare Yachting.

Protector is the Chase Boat of Choice for America’s Cup Teams

Find out why high-profile racing teams choose Protector Boats.

40 Years of Lagoon – Anniversary Offer

To mark 40 years of cruising catamaran innovation, Lagoon is offering this special limited anniversary offer. Don't miss out!

Contest Yachts partners with the Ancasta Group

Contest Yachts partners with Ancasta Group to strengthen presence in the UK

Bluegame BGM75 Wins Robb Report’s Best of the Best list for 2024

Bluegame BGM75 wins the Innovation category of the Robb Report "Best of Marine" awards

Ancasta Motorboat Club Cruise to the Channel Islands

The Ancasta Motorboat Club sets sail to the Channel Islands.

The British Motor Yacht 2024

Ancasta are proud to welcome you to the British Motor Yacht Show 2024. Open until Sunday.

Ancasta Yacht Club Rally to Alderney 2024

The Ancasta Yacht Club embarked on an exciting cruising rally from the bustling harbour of Lymington to the tranquil shores of Alderney in the Channel Islands.

MC75 and MC82p shortlisted for The International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2024

The MC75 and MC82p have been shortlisted for The International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2024.

AC40 – First Private Build Slot Confirmed

First Private AC40 Build Slot Confirmed

New McConaghy MC75 Launch

This brand new MC75 multihull was launched fresh out of the McConaghy Boats factory in China.

Ancasta Collection Magazine – #30 Out Now

Browse over 440 new and used boats for sale and get all of the latest news.

McConaghy 55 Nominated for Multihull of the Year

The MC55 from McConaghy Multihulls has been nominated for Sail Performance Multihull of the Year 2024.

Unveiling the Magnificent McConaghy MC82p

The unveiling of the McConaghy MC82P.

BG42 – Limited time offer

For a limited time only we have put together a package of benefits to get you on the water for 2024 in style!

AC40 SIMULATOR AT METSTRADE

Representing McConaghy Boats and Emirates Team New Zealand, Ancasta Race Boats hosted the AC40 simulator at Metstrade in September.

Beneteau Oceanis 37.1 Nominated for European Yacht of the Year 2024

Beneteau Nominated for European Yacht of the Year 2024

First AC40 Regattas a Success

The very first AC40 America’s Cup Preliminary Regattas got off to a flying start in Spain and Saudi Arabia

Customer Handover – Protector Chase 310

We handed over a brand-new Protector Chase 310 to its new owner recently.

Ancasta Collection Magazine – Issue 29

With over 440 new and used boats, features on Rigging, Race Boats and the line up for Boot Dusseldorf.

Beneteau First 44 Wins at British Yachting Awards 2023

The Beneteau First 44 has won the Performance Yacht of the Year category at the British Yachting Awards 2023.

Beneteau nominated in the British Yachting Awards 2023

Two new Beneteau yachts nominated for the British Yachting Awards - vote here!

Lagoon Catamarans Celebrates 1000th Lagoon 42

Lagoons celebrates the handover of the 1000th Lagoon 42

Prestige M8 Wins Awards at European Boat Shows

The Prestige M8 is awarded Best Multihull Design & Best Motor Catamaran.

The Admiral’s Cup Returns

The Royal Ocean Racing Club has announced that the legendary Admiral’s Cup will return in 2025.

Exclusive UK Premieres at Southampton International Boat Show

Join us at the Southampton International Boat Show for a busy lineup of UK Premieres.

Magnificent Multihulls at Cannes Yachting Festival 2023

View the latest multihulls from Blugeame, Prestige, Lagoon and Beneteau at Cannes Yachting Festival.

World Launches at Cannes Yachting Festival 2023

World Launches at Cannes Yachting Festival 2023 - Starts TODAY!

The Ancasta Collection Magazine 28th edition

A bumper edition including Cannes International Yacht Festival and The Southampton Boat Show.

37th America’s Cup AC40 Preliminary Regattas

Dates have been set for three Preliminary Regattas in AC40s ahead of the 37th America's Cup in Barcelona.

Scorpion RIBs – Official Dealer, UK & Ireland

It’s official! We are delighted to announce that Ancasta is now the exclusive dealer of Scorpion RIBs in the UK and Ireland.

New Ancasta Office Now Open in Noss on Dart

We are delighted to announce the opening of our new office at the recently developed Premier Noss on Dart Marina.

Dame Ellen MacArthur seeks fundraising support from Round the Island Race sailors

Taking part in the Round the Island Race? Dame Ellen MacArthur calls on competitors to help transform lives of young cancer survivors.

Ancasta Motorboat Club Rally to Guernsey 2023

A great time was had by all on the Ancasta Motorboat Club Rally to Guernsey in June 2023.

Ancasta supports Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust ‘first time’ trip

The first Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust ‘first time’ trip of 2023 supported by The Ancasta Group took to the waters of the Solent.

Ancasta Yacht Club Rally to Cherbourg 2023

Despite some testing conditions, a great time was had by all on the Ancasta Yacht Club Rally to Cherbourg during the May Bank Holiday weekend.

Lagoon 630 Motor Yacht sold by Ancasta

Lagoon 630 Motor Yacht sold by Ancasta in just eight weeks.

Motor Boat Club Mallorca 2023

Motor Boat Club Cruise - Mallorca 2023. Cruising with new friends in new locations.

The Ancasta Collection Magazine 27th edition

With the recent arrival of Spring, we are really looking forward to a fun filled and exciting boating season ahead. Things are still very busy for Ancasta Group sales.

Lagoon 51 Wins Multihull of the Year 2023

Lagoon 51 Wins Multihull of the Year 2023 at International Multihull Show.

Alinghi Red Bull Racing launches their new AC40 Yacht

Alinghi Red Bull racing take delivery of hull #4 of the new AC40.

Ancasta Announce New Partnership

Ancasta are proud to announce a new partnership with the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust.

Introducing Hannah Le Prevost – Ancasta Multihulls

Ancasta welcomes Hannah Le Prevost as the new Multihull Brand Manager.

The Ancasta Collection Magazine 26th edition

The 26th Ancasta Collection Magazine with features on Boot Dusseldorf Boat Show, Ancasta Multihulls, Barcelona Cruising Guide, and over 390 New and used boats for sale.

Lagoon and Beneteau win British Yachting Awards 2022

Prizes for Lagoon 51 and beneteau First 36

Lagoon and Beneteau nominated in the British Yachting Awards 2022

Bluegame is always one wake ahead, actually two

Sanlorenzo’s Ameglia shipyard enters the multihull segment with the build of the new BGM75.

Ancasta Wins Prestige Dealer of the Year Award 2022

We are very proud to announce that we have won the Prestige Yachts “Dealer of the Year” Award 2022 for the fourth consecutive year!

Ancasta Wins Bluegame Award at Cannes Yachting Festival

On the first day of the Cannes Yachting Festival, Ancasta celebrates winning Bluegame's award for Best Sales Progression in 2022.

Two Beneteau sailboats nominated for European Yacht of the Year 2023

Two Beneteau sailboats nominated for European Yacht of the Year Awards 2023

BLUEGAME FOILS INTO THE AMERICA’S CUP!

BLUEGAME FOILS INTO THE AMERICA’S CUP! Bluegame and the NYYC have signed an agreement for the design and construction of the team’s hydrogen-powered chase boat.

Ancasta Balearic Motor Boat Club Cruise

You are invited to join us on our Ancasta Balearic Motor Boat Club cruise 2022.

The Ancasta Collection Magazine 25th edition

The 25th Ancasta Collection Magazine with features on Southampton Boat Show, Cannes Yachting Festival, Protector Boats, Sanlorenzo Charter, and over 390 New and used boats for sale.

The award for the Best Customer Service goes to…….

Update from the Multihull Show 2022 Including The Lagoon 51 – World Premiere

The Lagoon 51 World Premiere review from La Grande Motte Multihull Show 2022

First Bluegame BGX60 in the UK!

Arrival of the first ever Bluegame BGX60 into the UK

Update on Brexit and the VAT status of boats

Update in respect of the VAT status of boats into the foreseeable future.

Rayglass Boats appoints Ancasta Group (operating as PB Europe) as official Europe dealer

PB Europe becomes Europe’s exclusive dealer for high-performance Protector Boat RIBs.

Bluegame BG72 Wins Motorboat of the Year Award 22

The BG72 from Bluegame has won the Motorboat of the Year Award 2022 as conducted by MB&Y magazine.

Beneteau Grand Trawler 62 Wins at the European Powerboat Awards 22

The Grand Trawler 62 from Beneteau picks up the European Powerboat Award 2022.

SX76 launched and available March 22!

View the launch of the refined SX76 from Sanlorenzo. This yacht is available in the UK or Med from March 22!

Motor Boat Awards 2022 Finalists Announced!

The shortlist of finalists for the 2022 Motor Boat Awards has been announced!

Lagoon 55 scoops the Multihull of the Year Award 2021

Sunseeker Motor Yacht Hard 8 Sold

Sunseeker 86 Hard8 - SOLD

BGM new range from Bluegame

The two existing ranges, BG and BGX will soon welcome the new BGM range.

McConaghy At Monaco

For the first time, the worlds leading performance composite yacht builder is being represented at the fabulous Monaco Yacht Show.

Ancasta scoops “Best UK Sales”

Ancasta Wins “Best UK Sales”

MC75 – On-Water Living

McConaghy are delighted to confirm that the first MC75 is now in build.

NEW Ancasta Collection magazine issue #23 out now!

Welcome to the 23nd Ancasta Collection. After what has undoubtedly been an extraordinary twelve months, we are delighted to be able to bring you the latest news and events from the Ancasta Group.

HYS Refit & Repair and Ancasta Aftersales merge…

Hamble Yacht Services Refit & Repair has merged with the Ancasta Aftersales and Commissioning division.

The Ancasta Easter Virtual Boat Show is NOW OPEN!

Join us at the Ancasta Easter Virtual Boat Show 2021 With over 100 new & used sail & powerboats on show, plus Brokers on board, ready to conduct personal video tours.

The McConaghy Multihull Range

The McConaghy Multihull Range - Find out more about these extraordinary performance cats.

MELGES IC37 UK updates

MELGES IC37 UK update: New boat in build for Spring delivery. Read more about the most exciting development in one design racing in the UK.

The Prestige 420 picks up the second award in six months!

Prestige 420 awarded Best in Class at the 2021 Motorboat & Yachting Awards..

Ancasta Operational Update

All our offices are operational in-line with government guidelines.

Brexit and the VAT status of yachts into 2021

BREXIT and the VAT status of yachts. Ancasta has been working hard to understand and interpret the rules that may apply into 2021.

Operational Update – December 2020

COVID Update - December 2020. Since the end of lockdown #2, it is business as usual across the Ancasta network.

Operating in Lockdown – the FAQ’s…

Boating is seen as a great antidote to COVID as you are in control of your environment. Ancasta is working hard to ensure you can get afloat in 2021...

Lockdown update – Ancasta Safe Conduct Policy November 2020

In line with government guidelines, the doors to our Sales and Aftersales offices are now closed.. HOWEVER WE REMAIN OPERATIONALLY OPEN!

Ancasta introduces Bluegame Yachts to the UK market

Bluegame is coming to the UK! The ground-breaking range of Bluegame Yachts is now available through the Ancasta network.

Introducing the Sanlorenzo SX112

The World Premiere of the new Sanlorenzo SX112 at Genoa Boat Show 2020.

Introducing the Bluegame Yachts BGX60 and BG72

Bluegame yachts present the worldwide preview of the new BGX60

Sanlorenzo spa appoint the Ancasta Group (operating as: Sanlorenzo UK) as their new UK representative.

Sanlorenzo UK now presenting the Italian tailor-made yacht and superyacht brand to the UK audience.

Ancasta Exclusive Days

New boats RELOCATED from BOATS2020 and Ocean Village Boat Show to Ancasta Port Hamble Head Office just 6 miles away for one exclusive week. COVID save and secure viewings by appointment only.

Prestige Dealer of the Year Award 2020

Prestige Yachts Dealer of the Year Award 2020 goes to: Ancasta International Boat Sales.

Boats SOLD since lockdown

Over 175 quality sail and powerboats sold since lockdown. Contact us NOW to sell your boat!

NEW Boat Stock – Deliverable THIS season!

View the remaining new boat stock that is deliverable THIS season: Power, Sail, Monohull, Multihull, Fractional, Shared or chartered. Explore your options and let us help you get afloat in 2020!

The Ancasta Virtual USED Boat Show is OPEN!

The Ancasta Virtual Used Boat Show - Powered by MDL Marinas is NOW OPEN. Join us on the marina until 25th May 2020

Extraordinary times…..

Extraordinary times call for a change in approach. Ancasta are working hard to enable customers to continue their boat search.......

The Ancasta Virtual Boat Show Opens its doors!

The Ancasta Virtual Boat Show is now OPEN and our teams are available to help plan your next boating adventures. See more here........

A 35 year old relationship….

Ancasta is proud to being part of the phenomenal growth of the Beneteau brand for over 35 years!

COVID-19 Update #2

Although our offices are currently closed, we are still operating as usual although remotely and with the use of virtual tour tools and software....

NEW Ancasta Collection magazine issue #22 out now!

With over 600 new and used Sail and power boats and many features you will be able to sit back and find your new boat.

Unable to get to your boat at this difficult time? – Call us now….

If you are unable to get down to your boat at this difficult time, give us a bell and we will check on her for you...

COVID-19 Update #1

COVID-19 - Our doors are open but we are monitoring this unprecedented situation on a daily basis....

SAVE £50,000 ON A NEW BENETEAU SWIFT TRAWLER 47

There is a huge saving of upto £50k on a new Swift Trawler 47 from Beneteau!

Ancasta ranked in the 2020 International Track 200

Ancasta ranked no: 53 in the Sunday Times HSBC International Track 200 of Britain's fastest-growing private exporters.

European Yacht of the Year 2020

Ancasta are proud to announce that the Oceanis 30.1 has picked up the European Yacht of the Year award for the Family Cruiser category

View the New X-70 from Prestige

Prestige recently unveiled their plans for the first model in the new X-Line: The X-70. Explore more.....

Project E from Beneteau

Imagine not just one, but two exceptional seaworthy boats, featuring exquisite comfort and luxury, and an incredible amount of space, ideal for the perfect ocean cruise.

Franchise opportunities available globally!

Ancasta International Boat Sales is now looking for new franchise partners

Swift Trawler 41 – Shortlisted!

Beneteau Swift Trawler 41 shortlisted for the 2019 Motorboat of the Year Awards.

NEW Ancasta Collection magazine issue #21 out now!

We are proud to announce that the latest issue of the Ancasta Collection magazine has landed

Prestige 590 shortlisted for the Best of Boats Awards 2019

The Prestige 590 has been nominated for the 2019 Best of Boats Award.

Ancasta scoops the “Best Company to Work For” Award 2019

Officially The Best Company To Work for!

The New X-line range announced from Prestige Motor Yachts

The New X-line range from Prestige Motor Yachts.

The new Lagoon Sixty7 Motor Yacht

Announcing the Official World Launch of the Lagoon Sixty7 at Cannes Boat Show: 11th to 15th September 2019

Ancasta take the triple!

Ancasta scoop three more awards!

Prestige Dealer Of The Year 2019

Ancasta collects the Dealer of the Year Award for the fourth year!

Introducing the NEW Swift Trawler 41 from Beneteau Power!

The Latest Swift Trawler from Beneteau - information now available

Ancasta supports the Plymouth Regatta for the second year.

Ancasta recognised for Customer Service

Ancasta scoop another award for Customer Service!

The Ancasta Motor Boat Club visits Saint Vaast!

A successful Motor Boat Rally to Saint Vasst and Cherbourg over the long bank holiday weekend!

South Coast Boat Show – Success

Excellent debut for the South Coast Boat Show at Ocean Village.

New Canvas and Sail Service Offer

Spring Offer: 20% off Canvas Renewal and 10% off Sail Servicing.

Motorboat Awards Finalists Announced

Our Award Winning Brands! Ancasta's motorboat brands shortlisted for the MB&Y Awards.

Oceanis 30.1 elected boat of the year 2019!

Beneteau pick up another award! The new Oceanis 30.1 elected boat of the year 2019.

Ancasta have the best in class ready to sail away!

Limited availability on what are arguably the best 45-55 foot sailing yachts on the market!

Beneteau Announces The New First Yacht 53…..

Beneteau announce the NEW First Yacht 53.

Raymarine’s DockSense™ is launched at Boot Düsseldorf.

Prestige and Raymarine launch DockSense™ at boot Düsseldorf International Boat Show 2019

The new Oceanis 46.1 wins the 2019 European Yacht of the Year award in the category Family Cruiser.

The new Oceanis 46.1 wins the 2019 European Yacht of the Year award

Free Ownership Paperwork Check!

Ancasta are offering a free Ownership Paperwork check - available until the end of February 19

Lagoon and Beneteau Collect More Awards!

Lagoon and Beneteau collect more silverware at the British Yachting Awards 2018.

NEW Ancasta Winter Collection magazine out now!

The Ancasta Winter Collection includes over 500 New and Used boat listings.

Swift Trawler 35 picks up a 2018 BOB award!!

Beneteau Swift Trawler 35 WINS BOB award in the "Best for Travel" category.

Beneteau Gran Turismo 40 – available now. View the 360 Tour

Brand new Beneteau Gran Turismo 40 for sale with full warranty, 2019 specification and a with the possibility of immediate delivery.

Beneteau Oceanis 41.1 – available now. View the 360 Tour

Brand New Beneteau Oceanis 41.1 available now. View the stunning full 360 imagery of this yacht or contact Ancasta Port Solent for an appointment to climb on board.

The Prestige 520 finalist in the 2018 Best of Boats

We are very pleased to announce the nomination of the PRESTIGE 520 for the 2018 best of boats awards!

Swift Trawler 35 In The Running For The Best of Boats Award 2018

Swift Trawler - this safe, comfortable, and smart cruising yacht has every chance of winning the “Best for Travel" category.