ACY Yachts, one of the largest Dufour dealers in the world, is proud to announce a strategic collaboration with SailTime to introduce Dufour sailboats into SailTime’s expanding North American fleet.
This partnership reflects ACY Yachts’ continued commitment to growing access to premium sailing experiences while supporting innovative ownership and membership models. Through this collaboration, select Dufour models will be integrated into SailTime’s professionally managed programs across its expanding network of bases.
As SailTime accelerates its North American growth, ACY Yachts will serve as a key supply partner, delivering Dufour’s performance-driven cruising sailboats to meet increasing demand for high-quality, versatile sailing platforms. The collaboration strengthens both organizations’ ability to provide sailors and owners with access to modern, well-equipped yachts supported by experienced operational teams.
“Dufour sailboats represent an exceptional balance of performance, craftsmanship, and onboard comfort,” said Chris Bent, President, ACY YACHTS, “Partnering with SailTime allows us to introduce more sailors to the Dufour experience while supporting owners with a professionally managed pathway into structured sailing programs.”
Dufour yachts have experienced sustained international success, particularly throughout Europe and North America, recognized for their structural integrity, intelligent layouts, and refined sailing performance. Their ease of handling and modern design make them ideally suited for shared-use programs while maintaining the elevated experience today’s sailors expect.
This collaboration also reinforces ACY Yachts’ broader strategy of expanding distribution channels and supporting flexible ownership solutions. With extensive expertise in both retail yacht sales and charter-focused management through its Business Yacht Ownership® program, ACY Yachts brings decades of operational insight to the partnership.
Through this initiative, both organizations maintain their commitment to operational excellence, safety, and client satisfaction—ensuring owners and members alike benefit from respected global yacht builders supported by professional management.
ABOUT ACY YACHTS
ACY Yachts is a leading North American new yacht dealership and brokerage company specializing in luxury sailing and power yachts. With more than 40 years of industry expertise and as a subsidiary of the Fountaine Pajot Group, ACY Yachts maintains a strong presence across the United States, Caribbean, and Canada.
Representing world-class brands including Fountaine Pajot, Dufour, and Veya—with select representation of additional premium brands in key markets—ACY Yachts delivers comprehensive solutions for private ownership, charter placement, and yacht resale. Through its acclaimed Business Yacht Ownership® program, ACY Yachts provides clients with innovative pathways to yacht ownership supported by professional fleet management and long-term service.
Backed by an experienced network of yacht consultants, brokers, service teams, and charter partners, ACY Yachts delivers seamless, client-focused yachting experiences worldwide. For more information, visit www.acyyachts.com.
ABOUT SAILTIME
Now celebrating its 25th anniversary, SailTime has more than 30 franchise-owned bases in North America, Netherlands and Australia. SailTime client-members share the use of a professionally managed boat through the use of a unique and proprietary online scheduling system.
A monthly membership covers the slip fees, maintenance, insurance, and operating costs. These memberships offer an attractive alternative to boat ownership. SailTime also offers a generous Owner Member Program where the owner receives a monthly income, as well as the benefits of membership and complete professional management of their boat. www.sailtime.com
ABOUT DUFOUR
Founded in 1964 in La Rochelle, France, Dufour is an iconic French yacht builder renowned for its expertise in the design and construction of performance cruising sailboats. For more than 60 years, Dufour has combined innovation, quality craftsmanship, and a passion for the sea to create yachts that balance performance with comfort.
As part of the Fountaine Pajot Group, Dufour offers a comprehensive range of monohulls from 34 to 54 feet, with more than 30,000 sailboats sailing worldwide. Each model reflects the brand’s commitment to intelligent design, longevity, and refined cruising capability. www.dufouryachts.com
