Jeanneau is continuing to develop its inboard ranges and after restructuring the Leader offer - which now includes 5 models - the French shipyard is now tackling the NC range, family inboard launches now comprising the NC 9 (9.43 m), the NC 11 (11.15 m) and the NC 14 (13.93 m). Jeanneau's idea in launching the "New Concept" range in 2011 with the NC 11 was to offer an alternative to the Nordic boat for the Mediterranean market. In 2017 (the NC 14, the last model in the range was launched in 2014), the Vendée shipyard presented a new model. The NC 33, with a length of 10.50 m, takes up the concept developed by the other models: "a floating apartment"
On board, you'll find the features that have made the range so successful, starting with the wheelhouse on the same level as the cockpit. In the cockpit, we also find the principle of modularity and a terrace on the water, with a bench seat installed on a slide that moves forward or backward to free up space. On this new model, the shipyard has chosen to replace the simple aft bench seat with an L-shaped bench seat to focus on user-friendliness and emphasize the exterior. The rear bench seat also converts into a sunbathing area. Access to the boat - from the beautiful bathing platform - is now on starboard, whereas on the other models it was possible to enter from either port or starboard. A new addition to the range is a coupé door on the starboard side, to facilitate access on board.
The foredeck can optionally be equipped with a sundeck. Jeanneau also uses the concept of asymmetrical side decks - the right-hand side one being wider - with a side door on the starboard side for access to the cockpit from outside.
Inside, the space is bright because of the many bay windows and the glass sunroof. On the starboard side, the NC 11 houses the galley area, which is an extension of the slightly raised helm station and is equipped with a seating area that appears comfortable, part of which can be raised for standing upright operation.
On the port side, the space is occupied by a dining area with bench and table. As on the other models, modularity is also a feature here, as the back of the conavigation bench can be tilted to transform the saloon's relaxation area into an L. As an option, the saloon can be converted into an additional sleeping area for two people.
On the sleeping side, there is a main cabin at the front - which is accessed through a sliding door to save space. As on the other models, the bed can be extended by adding a cushion and hides a large storage compartment. As on the NC 9, the NC 11 has a second cabin with a double bed, but installed transversely in the hull. The night space is completed on the starboard side by a bathroom with separate shower.
The NC 11 has a hull designed by Michaël Peters and will be equipped with a sterndrive Volvo 2xD3-220 HP. New models will be added to the NC range, in line with the wishes of the Jeanneau team, which wishes to strengthen its Inboard offer. Inboard engines have been growing since 2011 by 20 to 25% each year. Even if the outboard is also very dynamic.
