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With its six thousand kilometers of coastline and its long maritime tradition, France is one of the world leaders in the nautical industry. 45,000 jobs, a turnover of 5 billion euros, 60% of which is generated by exports. Sailing or motor, monohull or multihull, boats Made in France have increased from 30,000 in the 1960s to more than 1,000,000 today. It is the use of materials such as polyester or resins, allowing for mass production, that has caused this explosion. But since the financial crisis of 2008, and the decline in purchasing power of potential customers, manufacturers are constantly looking for new recipes to ensure their future. Director: Jean-Paul Llamazares