A story born from the sea

Before sailing, there was water. It was beneath the surface that Philippe Richard, founder of APACA Location, first built his connection with the sea. Fascinated by the beauty of the underwater world and the vastness of the oceans, he practiced and shared this passion for many years.

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Philippe Richard, founder of APACA Location, passionate sailor

A fully rounded offering

APACA Location embodies a comprehensive vision of recreational boating. Alongside Philippe, his partner Lénaïc supports the development of the group, sharing the same commitment to quality and passion.

Today, more than 20 team members across 5 agencies work every day to bring your nautical projects to life. Each crew member brings their expertise and experience of the maritime world: offshore sailors, first responders, base managers, and sailing instructors.
A diversity of backgrounds united by one shared passion: the sea.

A commitment to responsible boating

The APACA Location team committed to responsible sailing in the Mediterranean

The ocean covers three-quarters of our planet. Its vastness inspires as much as it demands respect. For APACA Location, contributing to its preservation is essential.

Beyond everyday actions, the group is committed to developing more responsible recreational boating. This commitment is embodied in particular through the creation of the #electric pole, which brings together innovative solutions dedicated to more environmentally friendly sailing projects.

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The group's history

1994

Foundation of Apaca by Pasquier Voile

Creation of the first catamaran rental agency on the French Riviera.

2019

APACA Location becomes Philisa Apaca

Philippe, the current manager, takes over APACA Location

2020

Tenor Yachts joins the group

Tenor Yachts joins the group, dealer for Bali Catamarans and Dufour Yachts for over 20 years

2021

Creation of Actium Yachts

Dealer for Hanse and manager of the electric pole

2023

Voile & Vent joins the adventure

Voile et Vent, the oldest charter agency in the Var region, joins the crew and becomes the sister company of APACA Location for monohulls

2026

Philisa Apaca becomes APACA Location

Launch of the booking platform to sail the world. Philisa Apaca becomes APACA Location.

An exceptional location

Our agencies are ideally situated in the heart of the French Riviera.

Map showing the locations of APACA Location agencies on the French Riviera

Just a few nautical miles away lie the Golden Islands: Porquerolles, Port-Cros and Le Levant. To the east, the Lérins Islands and Saint-Tropez. To the west, the Calanques of Cassis. Further south, Corsica and the Balearic Islands await sailors seeking adventure.

Easily accessible, our base is located 5 minutes from Toulon-Hyères Airport and 15 minutes from Hyères train station.