Nautical industry
Business & Strategy
Through iconic brands Wauquiez, Rhéa-Marine and Tofinou, the Group offers sailing enthusiasts and aficionados of beautiful boats a wide range of offshore sailing yachts, prestigious day-sailers, and neo-classical motorboats. Unlike generalists in the sector, the 3 shipyards build boats in small series, focusing on durability and advanced technologies in both manufacturing processes and onboard equipment.
All 3 are managed by EXEL Yachting, a company of the EXEL Industries Group. By maintaining the unique character of each brand, the Group’s strategy is focused on renewing and modernizing current ranges, combined with an ambitious plan for international sales development.
Our product ranges
Sailing yachts
Wauquiez is a manufacturer of luxury ocean-going sailing yachts. Its yachts are renowned for their exceptional performance at sea. Thanks to their innovative design and the use of high-quality materials, they are capable of sailing with speed and agility, offering unique sailing sensations.
Neo-classical motorboats
Since 1996, Rhéa Marine, a French shipyard based in La Rochelle, has specialized in the manufacture of top-of-the-range motorboats, combining elegant design and exceptional performance.
Day-sailers
Tofinou, the creator of top-of-the-range luxury sailboats, is located just off the 46th parallel on the Ile de Ré. The shipyard was founded in 1987 by the Joubert family, and has developed a specific niche with classic boats that are both unexpected and original.
Tofinou 7.9, a dayboat inspired by the latest racing boats
Combining high-end design and exceptional features, the Tofinou 7.9 stands out with its large cockpit, fully electric onboard motorization, noble materials, high-end finishes, and refined equipment. Skippers can enjoy it for solo sailing as well as family outings. Winner of the Bernard Rubinstein Sailboat of the Year 2024 award, the Tofinou 7.9 marks a break from the previous generation of Tofinou boats.
Our brands
