Le Boat Penguin Partnership
Penguin Engineering - Le Boat’s preferred UK partner
Boating isn’t just our business—it’s our heritage
Le Boat is the No. 1 provider of boating holidays on Europe and Canada’s beautiful inland waterways. It has the world’s largest fleet of self-drive boats to hire and the widest choice of fabulous boating holiday destinations. It also offers a unique ownership programme, providing you with the opportunity to purchase a brand new boat in exchange for a high guaranteed income and a generous package of holiday time on your own boat or any other in the fleet.
Penguin Engineering has been established since 1982 and is a hugely respected equipment supplier to the marine trade and public. Prior to this our team had long careers in the boat rental and charter management industry (see below). That’s why we're thrilled to announce that Le Boat has chosen us as their preferred UK partner for boat sales in early 2026.
We aren’t just offering "returns"—we’re offering the keys to a lifestyle.
Imagine a Guaranteed Income that fuels your future, paired with the freedom to exchange your owner time for adventures across a massive range of overseas destinations. Whether it’s a serene canal in France or a hidden gem closer to home, the world is your oyster.
What makes us different? We care as much as you do.
We know what a "premium" experience should feel like. That means:
- Total Peace of Mind: High, guaranteed returns with a rock-solid exit strategy and the reassurance of working with an established and financially stable operator.
- Flexibility: The ability to exchange owner time on boats at a very wide range of overseas destinations
- Excellence Standards of Boat Maintenance: Boats kept to the standards you’d expect from the world’s best.
- A Personal Touch: You’ll have a named contact who handles everything—from your holiday bookings, maintenance queries, the finer points of your contract and end of term management.
If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to own a piece of the water—whether through the investment programme or by securing a meticulously maintained pre-owned boat—that moment is now.
Our unbeatable Ownership Program not only makes owning your own boat simple and worry free, it’s also a profitable investment opportunity.
Meet the Penguin Team
With decades of combined experience in yacht ownership programmes, brokerage, and operations for the largest operators, we have the experience to make your ownership of a riverboat stress free. As Le Boat UK ownership brokers there are no additional charges, and the contract is with Le Boat. We are here to make the process enjoyable.
Graham Laver
Penguin’s Sales Director has a huge amount of experience in yacht sales and management, having previously worked as Sunsail’s Head of International Yacht Sales for some 12 years, expanding the privately owned charter fleet from just a handful of owners to several hundred around the globe. Owner Care was a hugely important part of his remit. Graham also worked as the UK Brand Manager for Lagoon Catamarans, a Groupe Beneteau sister company of Delphia, for a further 16 years. With his experience in new, used and charter management sales, and as a current boat owner himself, Graham is exceptionally well-placed to take on Le Boat sales role.
Nick Webster
Nick has spent 40 years in the boating industry. He is now the team member running our operations and has lengthy experience in the hire and ownership market, having previously been a director at Sunsail, and owned and operated a boatyard, chandlery and charter company in western Canada.
Take the first step on your Le Boat voyage by giving our Penguin Sales team a call on
+44 (0)2392 465607
or email us at
info@leboatowner.co.uk