GEORGE SASS SR.

There have been some great success stories in the realm of green boat-building, but hyrbids continue to be imperfect and in uncharted territory. Beneteau and Elco may have struck gold.

For more than 30 years, the Mainship brand of mid-size trawlers and Downeast-inspired power cruisers was a major force in this popular market segment. Now under new ownership, David Marlow is breathing new life into the classic company.

Beautiful to look at, robustly constructed and meticulously engineered, Flemings have won the hearts and souls, as well as the minds, of cruising enthusiasts throughout the world.