Our Story

For four generations, the Vanhove family has been committed to boating on the Bassin.

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   Auguste Vanhove

   It all began with Auguste Vanhove, a marine mechanic officer for the Chargeurs Réunis and the Pêcheries de l'Océan in Arcachon.

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   Robert Vanhove

   In 1946, his son Robert founded the Vanhove Naval Mechanics Workshop, specializing in marine motor sales, repairs, and propeller calculations. He was one of the first to marinize a Renault in-board motor and developed the Renault Marine network in Aquitaine.

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   Michel Vanhove

   His sons, Michel and Francis, continued the family adventure with SEMEI (Société d'Équipements Marine et Industrie), representing the biggest motor brands for fishing and recreational boating.

   In 2001, Michel Vanhove created Agence Nautique to diversify into boat rentals and sales, meeting growing demand on the Bassin d'Arcachon. His daughter Charlotte, Captain 200/250 KW and state-certified nautical activities instructor, joined him to share their passion for the sea.

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   Charlotte Vanhove

   For 25 years, Agence Nautique has carried on this family expertise through motor boat rentals, nautical event organization, and a personalized maritime concierge service.