What Delphia Yachts does

Delphia Yachts is a French-Polish recreational motorboat brand that designs, manufactures, and distributes a portfolio of seven coastal and inland waterway cruising boats organized in three size ranges — the 10-metre Delphia 10 (Sedan, Lounge, LoungeTop), the 9.99- to 11-metre Delphia 11 (Sedan, Flylounge), and the 12-metre flagship Delphia 12 (Sedan, Flylounge). The brand originated in Poland (Olecko) and is legally operated through SPBI SA, registered in Dompierre-sur-Yon, France, and sits within Groupe Beneteau, the global recreational boating conglomerate alongside brands such as BENETEAU, JEANNEAU, PRESTIGE, LAGOON, EXCESS, FOUR WINNS, WELLCRAFT, and SCARAB. Brand headquarters is the SPBI SA registered office in France; a 34-person organizational footprint implies a lean brand-level team that draws on parent-group manufacturing, engineering, and back-office scale.

The product is built around a 'mindful cruising' philosophy that emphasizes deceleration, comfort, and environmental responsibility. Technical features include optimized hull designs for coastal and inland use, optional full-electric propulsion on the Delphia 10 and 11 (76 kWh battery providing over 228 km of range), HVO-biofuel-compatible diesel engines for the Delphia 12, onboard smart energy management (battery sizing matched to instrument loads, alternator/generator charging, optional solar panels), and 600-litre fuel tanks on the Delphia 12 to support over 1,600 km of cruise range. Quoted diesel fuel consumption is 2–3 L/100km. Distribution is exclusively indirect, through an independent dealer network spanning 21+ countries across Europe, Turkey, the United States, and China — including named partners such as Sundance Yachts Sales (US), Southwest Yacht Sales (US), Jet Set Marine (China, exclusive for mainland China since March 2026), Tezmarin (Turkey, exclusive), Burton Waters and Tingdene Marinas (UK), and Master Yachting (Austria).

Commercial mechanics are quote-based: Delphia publishes maximum recommended prices as informational guidance, but each dealer sets its own final price and handles quoting, test appointments, sales, and after-sales service. Revenue is not publicly disclosed at the brand level. The company complements dealer-led sales with content marketing (website, owner stories), social media (Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn), newsletters, and a heavy events calendar at major European boat shows (Cannes, Paris, Southampton, Boot & Fun Inwater, Gustavsberg). The customer base is mid-market recreational boaters — typically affluent couples, families, and retirees — seeking easy-to-handle, fuel-efficient boats for coastal and inland waterway cruising; named case studies include long-term repeat owners such as the Delaveau family and Daniel Flammarion.

Name

Delphia Yachts

Legal name

SPBI SA

Website

https://delphiayachts.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Delphia Yachts is a French-Polish brand within Groupe Beneteau that designs and distributes premium 10–12 metre motorboats for coastal and inland waterway cruising, sold exclusively through an independent dealer network spanning 21+ countries and targeting affluent recreational boaters.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Recreational Motorboats

NAICS

Boat Building (336612), Ship and Boat Building (33661)

SIC

Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730)

akta.pro primary industry

Motor Yacht Manufacturing (IMAJAEAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Luxury Motor Yacht Manufacturing (IMAJAMAD), Semi-Custom & Series Production Yacht Manufacturing (IMAJAEAM), Electric & Hybrid Leisure Craft Manufacturing (IMAJAEAK)

Keywords

• Recreational motorboats
• Coastal cruising yachts
• Electric motorboats
• Inland waterway boats
• Slow cruising boats

Headquarters

HQ city

Dompierre-sur-Yon

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Motorboat Sales: Delphia generates revenue primarily through the sale of motorboats. The company manufactures and sells three model ranges (Delphia 10, 11, and 12) with multiple versions (Sedan, Lounge, LoungeTop, Flylounge) targeting coastal and inland waterway cruising. Boats are sold through independent dealer networks globally.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Delphia Yachts designs, manufactures and sells energy-efficient motorboats (10m, 11m and 12m hulls) under three model ranges (Delphia 10, 11, 12) with multiple variants (Sedan, Lounge, LoungeTop, Flylounge) for coastal and inland waterway cruising. Models are available with diesel or electric propulsion, offering fuel consumption of 2-3 litres per 100 km and a 76 kWh electric option providing over 228 km of range. Boats are sold exclusively through a global network of independent dealers across Europe, Turkey, the United States and China.

Product overview

Delphia Yachts is a boat brand within Groupe Beneteau offering three ranges of motorboats for coastal and inland waterway cruising: Delphia 10, Delphia 11, and Delphia 12. The portfolio comprises seven distinct models across sedan and lounge variants, designed for mindful cruising with a focus on comfort, simplicity, and energy efficiency. Models are available with diesel or electric motorization options, embodying a 'slow cruising' philosophy centered on deceleration and environmental responsibility.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Delphia 10 Sedan A 10-metre energy-efficient powerboat designed for family river and coastal cruising, available with either a combustion engine or an electric motor.
• Delphia 10 Lounge A 10-metre coastal motorboat variant offering bright interiors, easy handling and comfortable accommodation for day trips and extended stays.
• Delphia 10 LoungeTop A 10-metre Delphia 10 model with a fixed-roof LoungeTop section, designed for mindful cruising with weather protection.
• Delphia 11 Sedan A 9.99-metre hull length motorboat positioned as one of the most energy-efficient boats in the range, offering over 1,600 km of range at cruising speed and available with combustion or electric motor.
• Delphia 11 Flylounge A flybridge variant of the Delphia 11 range with an elevated helm layout for enhanced visibility and social group cruising.
• Delphia 12 Sedan The flagship 12-metre coastal motorboat of the Delphia range, available exclusively in diesel version with HVO biofuel-compatible engines and 600-litre fuel capacity for exceptional range.
• Delphia 12 Flylounge A 12-metre flybridge configuration Delphia 12 model offering generous interior space, fluid circulation and ample storage for extended cruising.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2 to 3 litres per 100 kilometres fuel consumption
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Jet Set Marine LimitedcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 29 March 2026Jet Set Marine is Delphia's key partner for China market expansion, operating as the exclusive distributor for mainland China. The partnership was highlighted at the Asia Marine & Boating Awards where Delphia received the 'Most Eco-Friendly Marine Business' award. Jet Set Marine shares Delphia's vision centered on simplicity and sustainability, with a stated goal of promoting sustainable boating in the fast-growing Chinese market.
• Tezmarin Turizm ve Ticaret A.S.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTezmarin is Delphia's exclusive distributor for Turkey, offering a wide range of services through multiple service points. They have authorized service stations in Didim, Cesme, Gocek, Fethiye, and Marmaris, with main service office at Marinturk Pendik City Port Marina. Professional technical team receives regular training in Turkey and abroad.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Marex: Norwegian family-owned motorboat builder (310-390 Sun Cruiser/Aft Cabin models) competing in the same 10-12m coastal/inland cruising niche across Scandinavia and the Mediterranean.
• Nimbus Boats: Swedish premium motorboat builder (Tender, Commuter, Coupé Cruisers lines) targeting the same coastal-cruising, slow-speed, fuel-efficient buyer persona in Northern Europe with strong dealer presence.
• Cranchi: Italian premium motor yacht manufacturer (Settantotto, Sixty, Trawler ranges) covering similar 10-15m coastal cruising territory with comparable Mediterranean dealer footprint.
• Sessa Marine: Italian motor yacht builder offering FLY, Crossover, and Key Largo models in the 10-12m coastal segment; comparable premium positioning and southern European dealer distribution.
• Bavaria Yachts: German series-production motorboat and sailboat builder offering 9-12m sport and cruiser models (Vida, SR, S-Line) with comparable pricing and dealer-led distribution across DACH and Northern Europe.
• Jeanneau Merry Fisher / NC: Sibling Beneteau Group brand; Merry Fisher and NC ranges are direct competitors in the 9-12m coastal cruising motorboat segment with similar diesel outboard/inboard options and shared dealer base across Europe.
• Greenline Yachts (Seaway Group): Slovenian builder specialising in hybrid/electric motor yachts (39-58 ft); directly comparable to Delphia's electric/HVO proposition and competes in Mediterranean and inland-waterway channels.

Regional players

• Aquador Boats: Finnish premium motorboat builder in the 8-12m coastal-cruising niche; comparable Northern European buyer base and Dealer-led GTM, primarily competes in the Baltic.

Broad incumbents

• Princess Yachts: Established UK luxury motor yacht builder (Yacht, Sport, F-Class lines) competing in the premium coastal segment with comparable European dealer network and brand cachet.
• Beneteau Powerboats: Flagship powerboat brand of Delphia's own parent, Groupe Beneteau. Offers overlapping Antares, Barracuda, and Gran Turismo motor yacht lines in similar 10-12m coastal/inland segments; competes for the same European dealer slots.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@DelphiaYachtsTV
• Facebookfacebook.com/DelphiaTrueYachts
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/delphia-yachts
• Instagraminstagram.com/delphia.yachts/?hl=en

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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