January 2025 promises to be a key date in the long history of First BENETEAU, with the launch of the new First 30, that aims to create a new category: el “planing cruiser”.

This innovative model aims to bring the pleasure of planing to all sailors and offer them high-level performance..

The First 30 is part of the line of the famous model launched in 1977, that marked the history of BENETEAU. For this new version, The brand has collaborated with Seascape and brought together a team of world-class designers and engineers: Samuel Manuard for the naval architecture and Lorenzo Argento for the design. This bold new project demonstrates BENETEAU's commitment to innovation, and it acquires all its meaning at a time when the brand celebrates its 140 birthday.

Performance and comfort: smooth and secure navigation

With a length of 10,33 meters and a displacement of 3150 kg, el First 30 will offer quick and easy planning, even for small crews.

Planning is the magical moment when, launched at full speed, the hull of your sailboat reduces your contact with the water, reducing friction and providing a gliding sensation. This creates an exhilarating acceleration, transforming each maneuver into a more fluid and reactive experience. An authentic adrenaline rush that promises unique and unforgettable moments in the water!!

Clear cockpit and simple rigging will make sailing enjoyable and intuitive, even at high speeds. For sailors, additional options will optimize performance.

Whether cruising or regatta, el First 30 has been designed to provide effortless navigation. The two possible configurations (crucero or regatta) They will allow the sailboat to be adapted to the needs of each skipper. In the cruise version, Maneuvers will be simplified thanks to the large winches and ergonomic controls, while the regatta version will include a main carriage for more precise trimming.