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BOATBUILDERS | ITALY Italian yacht builders maintain steady recovery

WITH THE COUNTRY’S ECONOMIC FORECASTS LOOKING GLOOMY, ONE MIGHT IMAGINE A SUBDUED MARINE SECTOR. BUT ITALY’S BUILDERS ARE HAVING NONE OF IT, WITH MANY LOOKING TO INVEST TO BUILD ON GROWTH IN 2019

WORDS: DAVID ROBINSON

The boatbuilding sector, according to  Mangusta presented its new GranSport line in UCINA’s market research department, February. This is the GS 33 accounted for 58% of the turnover total with a value of €2.26bn. This comprised €2.16bn of Italian production and €91.8m of imports. Of the Italian production, €1.8bn or 86.7% was exported leaving €287.9m (14.3%) for the domestic market. Read on for a full breakdown of business at the leading boatbuilders in the Italian boatbuilding sector:

ABSOLUTE While still strong and active, the momentum of development at Absolute, one of Italy ‘s leading motor yacht builders, he Italian marine leisure industry may have on the country’s marine leisure took on a more sedate pace in 2018, has been pursuing a strong industry only time will show. following its ‘Global Project’ the previous T recovery path over the past few In complete contrast to this weakening year which saw it launch in parallel an years and it looks set to continue through economic position, Italy’s marine leisure aggressive new product development 2019. That is the good news. industry incorporating the boat and yacht programme and a major factory expansion. The not so good news as this IBI report builders; marinas, marine equipment and This considerable investment saw three goes to press is that systems manufacturers new models launched in 2017 including Italy’s economic and and other related the Navetta 73, Absolute’s current flagship. fiscal performance In complete services, look set to be Since then the introduction of new models appears set on a course contrast to on a continuing growth has eased though it started 2019 with the where recovery may the weakening path. unveiling of its new 62 Fly model at Boot become a necessity. The economic position, Italy’s The latest statistics Düsseldorf. Also planned for this year, is country’s manufacturing marine leisure industry from UCINA (Italian the new Navetta 68 which will fit between sector contracted at its looks set to be marine leisure industry the Navetta 58 and Navetta 73 and will most fastest rate for six years on a continuing association) highlight likely get its launch at Cannes. in January 2019 and growth path a strong position The expansion of the factory, which Italy’s recent poor level with a 9.5% growth was doubled in size, increased both the of economic results initially estimated for company’s build capacity and the size means that it is in recession. the industry in 2018. The growth for the of yachts it can construct. Absolute also The European Commission has reduced sector was even higher at 10.4%. continues to expand its global dealer Italy’s GDP forecast to just 0.2% for 2019 Also, over 60% of members interviewed are network across Europe, the Americas and from 1.2% previously, which is the country’s expecting increases in their turnover Asia, to maintain sales and participate in lowest level for five years. What impact this in 2019. some 40 plus shows each year.

36 FEBRUARY–MARCH 2019 | International Boat Industry ibinews.com ADVANCED ITALIAN YACHTS power-weight rations producing a boat of gaining increasing popularity. Arcadia starts This builder of high-performance sailing distinctive character and one that is gaining 2019 with 10 hulls worth more than €40m yachts debuted the first of its A80 models, popularity. being built in the renovated production site. the Jikan, at the 2018 Genoa Boat Show. Both the Anvera 48 and Anvera 55 are The company has taken the decision A second model of this size, the Apsaras, designed for high performance on a quality to build on spec in order to considerably successfully completed the 2018 Sydney- carbon hull and the Mercury engines reduce delivery times for owners. Following Hobart Race. The company is now working produces speeds up to 50 knots. the expansion of the shipyard in 2018 this on developing its A100 model, its largest to action allowed Arcadia to double the space date. The A80 is designed by Reichel-Pugh ARCADIA YACHTS dedicated to after-sales activities, which are and Nauta Design, As Arcadia Yachts moves towards the end a major added-value in the market of luxury of its first decade, it is seeing the success yachting - owners can rely directly on the AMER YACHTS of having steadily built up an innovative shipyard for wintering and maintenance The luxury yacht arm of the Permare and functional range of models which are operations. According to the yard Group, Amer Yachts has started work on the second 29.6m Amer Cento model following the launch of the Amer 94 at the Cannes Yachting Festival in 2018. The hull arrived in January 2019 and this new build will be THE AVANT-GARDE OF STABILIZATION. shown at Cannes and Genoa later this year. The Amer Twin 94, billed as a ‘sustainable ’ won the Environmental Initiative award at the IBI METSTRADE Boat Builder Awards 2018. The first Twin 94 equipped with two Volvo Penta IPS 1350, has been built to reduce its environmental impact. The selection of the engines and variable speed generators contribute to reduced fuel consumption. The boat makes extensive use of recycled and recyclable fabrics; uses cork for decking instead of teak; and does away with traditional antifouling for submarine film. The design’s flexible hull offers notable fuel saving in displacement speed at 9kts while still being capable of a maximum speed of 28kts. Amer Yachts was formed as a division of the Permare Group in 2000 and the size range of models built by the company runs from 26m (86ft) up to 36m (120ft). The group, in addition to Amer, also includes Sanremo Ship in Portosole and Cantieri del Mediterraneo in Bussana. OUR LEADING TECHNOLOGY MEANS OPTIMAL COMFORT FOR YOU ANVERA YACHTS A brand marketed by LG srl, Anvera Yachts produce innovative carbonfibre tender-style CMC Marine’s line-up includes the Stabilis Electra™ HS, SR and LR maxi RIB craft designed by Aldo Drudi. LG models. was formed by Luca Ferrari in 2002 along Comfort isn’t just a concept, it’s mainly what you feel. with Giancarlo Galeone and Gilberto Grassi. CMC Marine has a solution for this, designing stabilizers that are The experience within the company which perfectly matched to your expectations. is applied to the Anvera models includes past designs for Ferretti Group plus the Team Offshore Italia from 1989 to 1997. Anvera launched its first model the Anvera 55 in 2015 and this was followed by the Anvera 48 in 2018 at the Cannes, cmcmarine.com Monaco and Genoa shows. The all carbon Anvera designs include one of the best ibinews.com International Boat Industry | FEBRUARY–MARCH 2019 37 Markets & Regions

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currently 50% of the ARCADIA yachts that sail in the western Med use the facilities. Following its investments Arcadia sees this percentage rising significantly. Expansion of the production space from 36,000m2 to 47,000m2 was achieved last years through the purchase of a 21% of Marina di Torre Annunziata srl, a production site with a haulage and launching dock. During the same period, Arcadia reorganised the production layout, which now allows to have at the same time up to  ’s latest seven yachts in the hull-fitting phase and gigayacht, FB272, was four in the lamination phase. There are launched in February, two currently two A85s, two A105s, one A115 and months after the launch of gigayacht FB277 three SHERPA yachts under construction. Two SHERPA XL units are also in the pipe, the first one of which will be premiered has two projects on its books – the AP35 and active in Brazil but with sales of 36 yachts, at Cannes 2019. Even with all these builds AP 60 Sportsfly. an increase of 24% this operation is proving only 60% of Arcadia’s production capacity is a success. being used. AZIMUT BENETTI GROUP Little indication has yet been given about “In less than 10 year’s activity, As the world’s largest superyacht builder the progress of the 2018-19 fiscal year but approximately 30 Arcadia Yachts’ vessels the Azimut Benetti Group maintained its the figures will probably be presented at the have been delivered to their owners,” said top position at the world orderbook listing 2019 Cannes Yachting Festival. Corporate Ugo Pellegrino, director of the Italian for the 19th year with 97 yachts over 24m changes through fiscal 2017-18 involved the shipyard. “Over the next few years, we (78f.5ft) in build. This was a 26% increase acquisition of the 17% stake in Fraser Yachts, will concentrate on the new Range and on over 2018. In particular, through the latter the world’s top brokerage house, previously improved distribution capacity on the one part of 2018 and into 2019, the launches will held by V Ships. hand, and on a new production strategy take place of three over 100m In regard to management changes on the other. In addition to making the (328ft) built by Benetti. One of this trio is Franco Fusignani was made CEO of Benetti, production site more efficient in terms of the largest hybrid yacht yet built. a promotion from his role as manager of delivery times, the new strategy will also Over the last couple of years, the group the Benetti Business Operations Line. allow us to meet our owners’ customisation has been working through a transformation Christos Ramnialis was appointed vice requests better.” programme in association with the president of Development of the Benetti Boston Consulting Group which aimed to Business Line, answering to the CEO, with CANTIERI AUSTIN PARKER strengthen its branding; management team, the responsibility to develop new markets; Cantieri Austin Parker has for the past 20 financial performance and operational stimulate the launch of new, innovative plus years been an established player in the efficiency. products, and strengthen the brand. After small boat market in Italy. It currently has In respect of the group’s financial success 25 years as the head of Benetti, Vincenzo a range of seven models from 11m (36ft) to it closed fiscal 2017/18 with a production Poerio departed to focus on the family firm. 22m (72ft) but it plans to enter the lower value totalling €850m which was 18% up The Benetti team will see Fusignani end of the superyacht market in the future. on the previous year. A total of 261 boats overseeing a new cycle of development Austin Parker’s dealer network concentrates were sold with sales in excess of 24m rising which, already over the last nautical year, on the European and US markets. 20%. The 2017-18 fiscal year saw an overall has increased its revenue from €320m to One of the company’s projects is the improved performance with an emphasis on €370m growing an additional 16% and new AP74 Fly which is the first model in growth. The adjusted EBITDA was €50m. registering a new positive phase. a new yacht line between 22.5m (74ft) and Over the past five years, the production A key part of Azimut Benetti maintaining 32m (104ft). The AP74 Fly has two engines value has increased by 40% from €611m in its lead position is the group’s large 2×1400 HP and is also available in a version 2013/14. investment programme, which is being with engine displacement 2 x 800hp. Work In terms of global sales, the Americas boosted to €122m for the 2019-2021 period on this project continues but no launch date accounted for 38%, Europe 33%, the Middle from the €104m invested from 2016-18. This has yet been confirmed. East 11% and Asia Pacific 13%. The group is a 17% growth between the two periods. In addition to the AP74 Fly, the company remains the only international builder still The latter included a €32m spend on

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production capacity and €72m on renewing and is based on a new concept that offers equipped with six build sheds and a large the product range. a contemporary take on the use of indoor 120m (394ft) dock. Further investment is Regarding the €122m, Azimut-Benetti and outdoor spaces. So far, one Oasis 135 planned which will see part of this dock plans to invest €28m in production is in build having been ordered by Seanet, covered and a further build shed added. capacity and the remaining €94m on the the fractional superyacht business in which At the Monaco show last year two new development of 10 and seven Azimut Benetti has a 50% stake. The Oasis designs were launched – a 62m (203ft) Benetti models to renew the range. In 135 is the latest new model in Benetti’s Class design by Paszkowski and an innovative regard to Azimut model successes this was product line. explorer superyacht of 43m (141ft) designed visible in particular with the Azimut Grande The Diamond 145 is the flagship of by the Milan-based design studio of Santa range and the 35m (122ft) and 27m (88ft) the Class product line. This 44m (145ft) Marina Magnolfi. models especially, with more than 10 and displacement yacht draws on the core At the time Baglietto CEO, Michele 20 units sold respectively since their market features of the Benetti Displacement Class Gavino said: “Baglietto is aiming at debut. Regarding Benetti, this arm of the and at least one of this offering the market an group saw 14 yachts sold in the first half of model is in build in increasingly complete the fiscal year. . range, capable of In respect of the group’s marina The four BNow I am very proud of meeting the most operations, these reported a good models are Custom our achievements diverse wishes and performance and will shortly be joined yachts, again designed and now more requirements of its by a facility in La Valletta, Malta. A new in collaboration with than ever I think the owners.” company will also be established at the site RWD, created to offer complementary nature of At the CCN yard in under Maltese law to finance the purchase a modern onboard Azimut Yachts Marina di Carrara four of Azimut and Benetti yachts through local lifestyle by connecting and Benetti is a yachts are currently in leasing contracts. indoor and outdoor key asset build comprising a sold Summing up his views, Paolo Vitelli, spaces. Benetti’s 39.80m Panam 40 to a owner of Azimut Benetti commented at advanced construction Paszkowski design; a the Cannes show: “As our 50th anniversary technology ensures short delivery times. 37.3m (123ft) DOM 123 building on spec to a in business approaches, I am very proud of They come in sizes of 50m (164ft), 55m design by Steano Vafiadis, a sold 31m (101ft) our achievements and now more than ever (181ft), 63m (207ft) and 68m (223ft). CCN 31 to a Guido de Groot design and a I think that the complementary nature of 26.3m (86ft) Flying Sport by the Cerri Design Azimut Yachts and Benetti is a key asset.” BAGLIETTO/CCN Office which is available for sale. He added: “In parallel, Azimut will The publically-listed Italian Gavio Group Earlier this year CCN delivered the 28m continue to grow and consolidate its owns two Italian brands namely Baglietto (92ft) M/Y Freedom which was the third positioning, ensuring that the group’s and Cerri Cantieri Navali (CCN), and the model of the Fuoriserie range, CCN’s line overall range continues to be the US brand Bertram Yachts. While the two of fully-custom projects. At MYS 2018 CCN broadest and most comprehensive in Italian brands are both operating profitably, sold a Panam 40 model which will be built the world. I am also delighted with the Bertram is expected to move into profit in La Spezia and delivered to a European excellent performance reported by the this year. client in 2020. This new yacht will have a other companies in the Group (Fraser, At its large waterfront shipyard in La top speed of 31kts. Lusben, Yachtique and the Marinas), Spezia, Baglietto is currently working Gavino has strong hopes for Baglietto in which contribute to making us a uniquely on five projects. These include two 2019 and these include strengthening the distinctive player on the market.” displacement superyachts designed by brand’s presence in the US – it presented its In respect of the Azimut and Benetti Francesco Paszkowski Design comprising latest delivery, Silver Fox, at the Miami show model ranges, the former has launched 10 a sold 55m (180ft) unit due for completion in February. new models over the past two years while later this year and a 43.65m (143ft) Fast Line In early 2019 Baglietto announced it had Benetti has launched six new models. The HT model due to be completed in 2020 been credited with ISO 9001:2015 related group’s large investment in carbonfibre over building on spec. The third by this designer to an integrated System of Corporate recent years is a consistent and ongoing part is an on-spec build – a T-Line 48m (160ft) Management for Quality. of product development investment. that is a sister to Silver Fox and due for During the Cannes and Monaco shows completion in 2020. CANADOS last year Benetti launched the three core Two others with exterior designs by Canados is working on at least two projects superyacht ranges that it will be focusing Horacio Bozzo, are a 54m (177ft) and a 40m at its Ostia plant near Rome. For delivery on. These are the Oasis 135, Diamond 145 (131ft), due to be delivered in 2020. Both this year is a 37m Canados 120 of which and four BNow model series. have been sold. this is number 21 of the series. The second The Oasis 135 was designed by RWD The La Spezia yard is already well is an Oceanic 140 Fast expedition

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model being built on spec which is set to the other 108 is nearing completion. be delivered in Spring 2020. The company Once the yard is fully operational a new delivered a 27m Canados 888 Evo yacht business plan is being put together which named Ursus last September. will see a revamped range including Akhir Hybrid & Electric being redesigned and re-engineered to help CANTIERIE DELLE MARCHE (CDM) the brand make a strong comeback. Propulsion Ancona-based Cantiere delle Marche (CdM) is experiencing its busiest period since it was CANTIERI CAPELLI formed in 2010 with 10 projects in various Formed in 1974, Canteri Capelli is based in stages of build. These range in size from 31m northern Italy at Spinadesco, near Cremona. (102ft) to 43m. CdM’s success is not only It markets a comprehensive series of small reflected in its volume of orders but also in sports and day boats and RIBs and there are its financial performance. around 50 different models in its various The company has expanded its Ancona ranges. At Boot Dusseldof it launched the facility from four to six sheds with the latest Tempest BR65 model its largest RIB to date. extension a 61m (200ft) build hall. Three yachts were delivered in 2017 CETERA YACHTS and among those completed in 2018 Cetera Yachts made its debut as a new were its largest build to date, the 42.8m Italian brand at Boot Düsseldorf 2019. The (140.5ft) K42 project called Audace which brand launched what it calls its ‘Multispace involved Floating Life in the project. Among Yacht’, involving a reworking of the yacht’s deliveries this year is the 37.5m (123ft) internal space. Cetera has been set up Acciaio 123 named Astrum. During 2020, by Salvatore Serio, previously majority CdM is set to make four deliveries in the shareholder of the Dufour Yachts group. 39m-40m range. Serio has been joined by Paolo Francia, The company’s orderbook now extends owner of CorseT that specialises in the into 2021 with two projects at least due production of prototypes and moulds for Sail green, sail silent to be completed that year. These are both the marine industry; yacht designer and and Darwin class models – a Darwin 112 and a naval architect Francesco Guida, and Fiart Darwin 102. Mare where the boats will be assembled. save money The Cetera name derives from an ancient CANTIERI DI PISA Roman vessel, based in Baia, where Fiart The established Italian yacht brand Canteri Mare is located. di Pisa has survived its latest troubles caused At Düsseldorf the 19m (62ft) Cetera 60 as a result of its parent, Mondomarine, was introduced as the first model of the new going bankrupt. This resulted in the brand with plans for a smaller and a larger shipyard being in limbo for well over a year, model. The Cetera 60 includes a new layout but has now been rescued following its across three decks with a technical deck at purchase by a company called Sea-Finance. the base of the yacht, a central living space The owner of the online yacht charter deck and a flybridge. Construction is due to platform Yotha, Philippe Bacou, is one of start next month, with its debut scheduled a group of investors that have acquired for Cannes in September. Cantieri di Pisa. The company has a The Cetera 60 will be built in compliance new management team led by Simone with RINA regulations. The yacht has a Marconcini who has experience with standard planing hull and it will be powered Mondomarine, Logica Yachts and by twin Volvo IPS 600 engines, giving it a Nautor’s Swan. speed of 23kt. There will be an option for The objective is to return Cantieri di IPS 800 engines. Pisa to being a leading Italian brand and The innovation of the Cetera 60 lies in their first task was to get the shipyard its deck layout. The lower or technical deck operational. There are three Akhir yachts comprises the engine room, the hyrdraulic in yard which it is planned to finish and and tank compartments, an en-suite crew sell and discussions with potential buyers cabin for two or possibly a fourth cabin, the are underway. The company has also been chain locker and generator compartment. awarded a refit on an Akhir 85. TRANSFLUID S.p.A. The three models left in the yard include via G. Rossa, 4 - 21013 • Gallarate (VA) Italy an Akhir 118 and two Akhir 108s all designed As one of the longest established (dating Ph.+39 0331 28421 by Carlo Galezzi. The 118 and one 108 are from 1825) and best known Italian yacht info@ transfluid.it • www.transfluid.eu only in the initial stages of construction but brands, Codeacasa currently has four ibinews.com International Boat Industry | FEBRUARY–MARCH 2019 43 Markets & Regions

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projects in build. Two of these – yard No DOMINATOR ILUMEN in the Dubai International Boat Show and C122, a 43m Vintage series model and Dominator Ilumen , the Liechtenstein- exhibiting the MY Hanaa. The company the 65m(213ft) yard no F74 – are due to headquartered superyacht brand, is see its presence in the Middle East as a key be delivered this year. Two 55m yachts – expanding and currently working on three development in expanding its international yard no C123 and yard no F74 – are set to new projects to expand its model range. network. be delivered in Summer 2020 and 2021 It is also enlarging its international office respectively. network. DREAMLINE YACHTS The Austrian-owned, Italy-based At the 2018 Cannes Yachting Festival COMITTI GROUP company, which assembles its new-builds Deamline Yachts promoted the idea of a Como-based Comitti Group is a builder in Fano, launched two 28m (92ft) models rebirth for the brand through new products, semi-custom full wood runabouts and in 2018, including the Cadet V which was expanded production capacity and a wood and GRP composite runabouts. The exhibited at both Cannes and Monaco yacht strengthened brand image. The core DNA company attend Boot Düsseldorf and shows. values of the brand are being retained but indicated that at least one new model was in In addition to Cadet V and Zalanka, enhanced. development. Comitti’s current model range the second and third 28m superyachts Dreamline used Cannes to hold the includes full wooden boats in 7m (22ft) and completed in the past few months, worldwide premiere of the Dreamline 35 a 7.6m (25ft) sizes while the mixed wood- Dominator has another two in this series new superyacht designed by Enrico Gobbi composite range has five models between which are set to be delivered in 2019 or and Arrabito Naval Architects in association 7m (22ft) and 10.4m (34ft). 2020. with the Dreamline Technical Office. As a builder of fully customised In regard to production capacity CRANCHI superyachts, the three 28m yachts delivered dreamline has opened a new 4,000m2 area 2019 will be a special year for the Italian so far are entirely different and bespoke. which is being used to produce fibreglass. production builder Cranchi as it will see To expand the range, Dominator is This follows just twos years after a new the introduction of its new flagship model, currently working on three new projects – a 8,000m2 shed was opened in Fano. the Settantotto (Seventy-eight). This is now 24m (79ft), a 32m (105ft) and a 38m (125ft). For product development the company is in construction and should be unveiled at The owner of 28m Kalliente has since to expand the range with a new entry model Cannes. commissioned a 38m of 21m (68ft) plus larger At Boot Düsseldorf the success of model, so has returned superyachts up to 40m. Cranchi’s T36 Crossover model was the yacht to the yard In respect of the brand recognised by it winning the European to sell on. Work on The owner image this is also being Powerboat of the Year 2019 in the category the 38m project is of then28m reworked. under 45ft. progressing and delivery Kalliente has At Cannes, Paolo “This recognition of the T36 Crossover is set for 2020. since commissioned a 38m Bencivenni commented: comes at just the right time,” said Guido Dominator model, so has returned the “This was a positive year Cranchi, CEO of Cranchi Yachts. “This managing partner yacht to the yard (2018) for the company, yacht has in fact inaugurated a new phase Angela Pernsteiner to sell on above all for the of renewal of our range. The T36 Crossover, explained to IBI: “The excellent order portfolio. as well as the two E26s that we presented in 24m is a concept with Since the foundation the the summer or the seventy-eight that will work progressing with shipyard, it can boast debut at the beginning of the next season, construction planned. We are hoping to seven boats launched and eight others in shine for their quality and originality. They avoid having to do tank tests for this model production.” are models that offer the market something as we are using the 28m hull form and new; boats that conquer the experts and reducing it. It is possible this will be debuted DYNAMIQ YACHTS the nautical enthusiasts also thanks to at Cannes or Monaco 2019.” While Monaco headquartered, Dynamiq the extraordinary work on design that The Fano shipyard has 10 build slots to builds its yachts in Italy at Massa. To date our shipyard is conducting together with assemble yachts up to a maximum of 38m. in its short existence the company has built Christian Grande. “ GRP work is carried out on another site. and delivered two GTT (Gran Turismo The E26 Classic, one of the new models In May this year, Dominator opened Transatlantic)-styled yachts namely the under 30 feet that Cranchi introduced in an office at Porto Montenegro as a 38.6m (126ft) Jetsetter sold to a UK buyer, 2018, was on show at Düsseldorf. The E26 communications, promotion and sales while the GTT115 still awaits a buyer. is being produced in two different models centre and it has since opened an office in The Dynamiq are all-aluminium yachts the E26 Classic and the E26 Rider. The Dubai so giving the brand a presence in the which combine the 20kt-plus top speeds Classic has an inboard engine and the rider Middle East. of sport cruisers with the ultimate comfort an outboard. 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vessels, hence the GTT. They are designed by Studio F. A. Porsche. The Dynamiq range  It was a big year for includes the GTT100, GTT115, GTT135 and with the launch of its new flagship 140 and this, the GTT165. Pershing 8X The company’s build facility is located in Massa. The modern and high-tech facility is well fitted out for building the full range of Dynamiq superyachts up to 45m with various powertrain options including hybrid technology. Having sold a 41m Dynamiq 135, this is the third model in build and it is due to be delivered in the summer of 2020. The purchaser is an experienced European yachtsman. The GTT 135 will have a fast displacement hull from Van Oossanen Naval Architects, and includes aluminium, Sealium alloy and carbonfibre. At Boot Düsseldorf Dynamiq announced that it has now formed Dynamiq Sale & FERRETTI GROUP – (FERRETTI YACHTS/ continues to grow. In terms of Ferretti’s Charter as an expansion of its activities. RIVA/ITAMA/MOCHI/PERSHING/CRN/ projected financial performance for the 2018 Sergei Dobroserdov, Dynamiq’s CEO, CUSTOM LINE/WALLY) fiscal year, CEO Alberto Galassi was unable commented: “Dynamiq draws on a modern The most significant happening for the to give confirmed figures in Boot Düsseldorf business model that is not restricted by Ferretti Group is that it is in the process but presented graphics suggesting what is industry stereotypes and provides a wider of acquiring the Wally brand. At Boot to come. In terms of turnover the graphics range of client-driven services.” Düsseldorf Ferretti CEO Alberto Galassi suggest a result in the order of €650m “It works perfectly for both sales and spoke of having a licence to buy Wally once compared with €606m in 2017 and €548m charter clients,” he adds, “as they can benefit further negotiations were completed. They in 2016. from our knowledge of every nut and bolt have already taken some 15 months. With regards to the serial order intake, that goes into building a superyacht, which Ferretti has big plans to develop Wally the graphic suggested an estimate of well means we are well placed to recommend the with an investment over three years of over €500m compared with €392m last year right pre-owned or charter vessel.” €84m of which €70m will be spent in the and €401m in 2016. Galassi said that €30m is first two years. This will include establishing spent on R&D each year. ELEVA YACHTS a dedicated shipyard either in the Adriatic The group appears set on a course to Formed a few years ago as a new brand or Tyrrhenian Sea plus new product achieve a larger production value for 2018 of Carbon Line, Eleva Yachts has so far development. with €420m being estimated as the value for produced two models, the Eleva 50 fast The first project between the two the first eight months of year, an increase cruiser and, to be ready for the 2019 companies will be a restyled 14.5m 48 of 22%. The total for 2017 was €623m so a season, the Eleva 42. Both sailing yachts are Wallytender that will include all the significant rise for 2018 is anticipated. designed for high performance, maximum distinctive Wally hallmarks. The Wally There is no slowing in the pace of new safety and good stability. The 42 is being tender will have a full cabin for two people models as the group continues to introduce produced in two versions – Ocean and with en-suite facilities, making the craft 15 or more new vessels a year which it Mediterraneo. an ideal day or weekend cruiser. It will be has done consistently over the past three The yachts are designed by Ceccarelli propelled by a twin Volvo IPS 650 engines, years. At Düsseldorf it was showing the Yacht Design. Carbon Line, based in Fano giving a speed of 38kt. The new tender will all-carbonfibre Pershing 8x along with seven is a leading company in luxury yacht be premiered at Cannes in September. other models. manufacturing. Formed in 2013 it has Galassi spoke of the Wally brand filling 2018 was described as being ‘Pershing’s become a leader in the supply of composite a gap in the Ferretti portfolio of products. year’ with the launch in February of the materials and it is operating out of three He announced that Wally founder Luca Pershing 140, the new flagship of that brand. facilities. Its customer base includes the Bassani approached Ferretti in respect The 140 is the first all-aluminium yacht likes of Ferretti, Riva, Custom Line and of the purchase and that Ferretti Group from Pershing. The second 140 hull is in Azimut Benetti. Its quick growth reflects the COO, Stefano di Vivo, has been appointed build and will be launched in September. fast-developing use of carbon in many yacht managing director of Wally. For Custom Line the launch of the models. The group’s financial performance Navetta 30 was described ‘as the launch

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of a new era’ with the displacement range The total investments in superyacht of Custom Line being further developed models since 2015 by Ferretti Group including a new hull. “It is a 30m yacht but it amounts to €153.5m, including an estimated is still within the rules of a 24m.” It complies €54.5m in 2018. The investment in with both RINA and MCA rules. A new superyachts over 30m (98.5ft) is also rising Custom Line 106 model was announced steadily. In 2015 the group invested just with the first hull being launched in mid- €5.2m in such yachts but this rose to €13.1m February. in 2016; €18.7m in 2017 and it is forecast to Achieves 22°C For Ferretti Yachts a new 720 model reach €19m this year. was announced which maintains the Aligned to this will be a significant whatever contemporary style of this brand and linked increase in superyachts built. In the with design by Filippo Salvetti. Mention 2016-18 three-year period six semi-custom the weather was also made of the CRN 79m (260ft) superyachts over 30m in composite were outside which will be in the water in March. The designed and engineered. For 2019-21, this new Andrea Varicello-designed 70m (230ft) figure is also six but deliveries across the contract signed in December 2017, and period will jump from 38 to 59. Looking is due to be completed in 2021. This was at full custom projects over 30m and in designed in association with Alessandro steel and aluminium or all aluminium, the Nazareth who produced the concept, the number increases from two in 2016-18 to external lines and interior partitioning. seven in 2019-21. This equates to a 55% rise The new Riva 90 Argo was also officially for the 2016-18 period and a 250% increase presented: the 90-foot project born from in 2019-21. the collaboration with Officina Italiana Design, the studio founded by the designers FILIPETTI YACHTS Mauro Micheli and Sergio Beretta, joins Filipetti Yachts celebrates its 10th the latest generation of Riva flybridges, anniversary this year. As part of the alongside the Riva 100 Corsaro and Riva 110 celebration the company had a global Dolcevita. premiere at the Miami Show of its new At Cannes there were five new premiers Filipetti Sport 55 model. This latest model out of a fleet of 25 yachts on show between has an exterior design by Davide Cipriani 8 and 42m. The five were the Ferretti Yachts and the Filipetti design team. 670; Custom Line 120, Custom Line Navetta The S55 has three cabins and it is the 42, Riva 110’Dolcevita and the Riva 66 smallest of the Sports services alongside Ribelle. the S65 and S75. With the twin Volvo Penta With the growth of Ferretti Group’s IPS 1200 propulsion it will achieve 37 knots superyacht models reference was made to which rises to 47 knots with the twin MAN the large investment in Ferretti Group’s V8 1200 + ASD power combination. Ancona facilities, where four new sheds The S55 is the latest new model since have been added and six others have been the launch of the Navetta 26 named MY extended by 25%. At Cannes it was stated Maxima about a year ago. This yacht had photo courtesy CCN that three new were being sought interior and exterior décor in collaboration to keep pace with the order intake. One with studio, Hot Lab Yacht & Design. of these three may have been the new Wally yard. FINCANTIERI In regard to Ancona, the shipyard now In 2018 Fincantieri Yachts, a small part has 80,000m2 of which 25,000m2 is covered. of the huge Italian state-owned global There is a 250,000m2 marina and three large Fincantieri shipbuilding group, launched quays over 300m (987ft). Ten new sheds the Griffin superyacht series which came in have been constructed at the yard while one four sizes of 66m (216ft); 77m (252ft), 88m more was upgraded in 2017-18. One 120m (288ft) and 99m(324ft). As yet no orders are (394ft) long launch ramp has been installed known to have been signed but talks are and a new 3,500 tonne capacity synchrolift being held with potential purchasers. is scheduled to be operating by 2021. Another key development at Ferretti FIPA GROUP – AB YACHTS/ Group is its expanding involvement with MAIORA/CBI NAVI the superyacht sector. Traditionally this The scale of activity by the Fipa Group and has primarily involved just CRN but now its three brands is much reduced compared it includes additionally Riva, Pershing and with the past especially now that much of VECO S.p.A. Giussano, Italy Custom Line. its build space in Massa and Viarregio +39 0362 35321 | [email protected] | veco.net ibinews.com International Boat Industry | FEBRUARY–MARCH 2019 49 Markets & Regions

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has been acquired by Sanlorenzo. powered engines. The Heron 56 is equipped announced that another new model, the A notable over the past year has been the with two 435hp Volvo Penta IPS600 engines CX270, would be globally launched at launch by CBI Navi of the 39.6m explorer for a top speed of 32.5kt. Cannes in September. The shipyard is also yacht Stella di Mare. Under yard number The Heron 38 was the brand’s second working to present an electric boat plus a CBN45 this superyacht has been completed model designed by the same team. A further new model that will complete the T series for a European customer. This project was larger model is being planned. and be its flagship. originally placed with Mondomarine in 2015 In terms of sales Invictus has focused but when that yard ran into trouble it was INVICTUS YACHT on European markets and some others like transferred to CBI. The consistent story of new models and Australia but kept away from the US until it increased build capacity continues at feels ready to take on that market. The best GRAND SOLEIL YACHTS/ Invictus Yacht. In just over four years since way to enter that market is currently being CANTIERE DEL PARDO this brand launched, its southern Italian reviewed. The early part of 2019 has a focus on new shipyard’s strategic capacity to manage In another development Atelier developments for Grand Soleil. production on a semi-industrial scale allows Invictus has been formed to increase the At Boot Düsseldorf the company showed it to build approximately 300 units per year. customisation possibilities to a higher off a previously unreleased version of its The Borgia facility is now up to 18,000m2 of level by offering its customers a network of 16m (52ft) Long Cruise model. This was which 7,000m2 is undercover. specialised craftsmen and highly-qualified followed shortly after by the technical In terms of new models, the GT320 suppliers. launch in Ancona of its 24.5m (80ft) GS had its world premiere at Cannes 2018 as a Custom 80 yacht Essentia, the first hull of comfortable day/weekend cruiser. It comes ITALIA YACHTS this new line for the company. The GS80 is with single or twin engines giving various In 2018 Italia Yachts expanded its product a full carbon craft which was built after two power options. This is the third model in portfolio with launch of its new 11.98 years of research and development. Invictus’s popular GT range. model line, a 12m (39ft) family of vessels At the 2018 Cannes show Grand Soleil In total, Invictus now offers 13 models developed to comply with ORC and IRC had held the global launch of its full carbon comprising the T and X series. The T rules. Specifically designed to be flexible for GS48 model. Some weeks after the show a range includes the GT and TT series; both those that want a mix of racing and cruising corporate move within the company saw of which are characterised by the iconic features, the 11.98 family combines the the acquisition through a management reverse bow. The X range with its CX, FX, SX latest in hydrodynamics research with clean buyout of Cantiere del Pardo. Fabio and HX series, is designed for owners who design, easy handling and a luxurious and Planamente and Luigi Servidati as CEO love the sea and enjoy relaxing. efficient layout. and chairman of Grand Soleil respectively, At Boot Düsseldorf 2019 it was The 11.98 Series will be available in two had become the majority shareholders of Cantiere del Pardo. As part of this transaction, a €5m increase in share capital will support the future activites of both companies to expand the shipyard capacity and further develop both brands.

HERON YACHTS Heron Yachts, based close to Rome, is a new brand that over the past three years has built a capacity to build craft between 10m (33ft) and 21.5m (70ft). The company is developing a series of innovative sporty cruisers providing a mix of performance and comfort matching speed with low fuel consumption. Its first model was the 17.9m Heron 56 motor yacht, designed by naval architect Massimo Picco of Picco Yacht Design. Its unique hull guarantees minimal drag, limited fuel consumption and excellent performance levels with moderately  Shaking on the deal: David Walters Yachts now represents Italia Yachts in the US

50 FEBRUARY–MARCH 2019 | International Boat Industry ibinews.com INNOVATION AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL models, the ‘Fuoriserie’ and the ‘Bellissim’. first delivered in July 2018 and the second FRIGOMAR BLDC The ‘Fuoriserie’ line has been engineered scheduled for completion in December INVERTER IS NOW with the demands and needs of the pure 2019. Both Tecnomar and Admiral yachts BLE CAP IA A SMALLER, R C I racer in mind, while the ‘Bellissima’ features are looking to grow their business in Asia A T V Y

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Australia. By 2022, the for ‘crypto- superyacht with a steel * shipyard aims at refining affluent’ people hull and aluminium its product portfolio to superstructure. Delivery having eight different is set for 2021. CHILLER INVERTER BLDC models from 34ft-55ft During 2018 the Monophase from 42.000 to 70.000 Threephase up to 182.000 as opposed to nine currently of which full-displacement custom 73.2m superyacht BTU/h five are in its Blue Water and four in its Planet Nine, the largest so far built by sports range. Admiral was delivered. She is an ice-classed explorer yacht and was built on spec but has ITALIAN SEA GROUP since been sold. She was built to LR class. The Italian Sea Group (ISG) which includes Admiral Yachts, Tecnomar, NCA (Nuovi MANGUSTA, OVERMARINE GROUP Cantieri Apuania) and Celi Services, is one Overmarine Group’s Mangusta brand of the largest conglomerates in the Italian has had a busy year with new orders and boating industry. Based at Marina di Carrara deliveries. it has the ability to construct, repair and At the 2019 Miami Show, Mangusta refit yachts up to 150m (495ft). Its facilities introduced the latest model in its Gransport include a 200m dry dock; a 100,00m2 site Line, the Mangusta Gransport 33. This 33.3m and 11 production areas. (109ft) yacht is already in build with delivery View complete During 2018, ISG started accepting set for 2020. It is constructed to RINA class datasheets on our website cryptocurrencies for payments for yachts the exterior design is from AM Yacht Design after ISG set up a partnership with Aditus, and the interior and naval architecture the world’s first luxury access platform handled by Mangusta. MADE IN ITALY for ‘crypto-affluent’ people. Under this Just after MYS 2018 the company partnership, firstly, Aditus Pay will be the announced that it had sold the third exclusive crypto-payment gateway for the Mangusta Oceano 42 which it had launched Italian Sea Group Asia. This allows crypto- some three months earlier. This is a tri- users to purchase Tecnomar and Admiral deck superyacht built with a steel hull yachts using Aditus tokens as well as other and aluminium superstructure. AM Yacht crypto-currencies like Bitcoin, Litecoin etc. Design provided the exterior design. The Tecnomar Eco 120 Ice White Special Through the early summer Mangusta Edition will be released at the Cannes Boat had a busy time with the launch at the Show in September 2019 following the end of April of the 54m El Leon which earlier launch of Tecnomar’s Evo range was the first superyacht in Overmarine’s of fast yachts. Two of these semi-custom, new Gransport fast displacement line of all-aluminium yachts of this series have aluminium models. www.frigomar.com been built for Chinese clients with the Maurizio Balducci, Overmarine ibinews.com International Boat Industry | FEBRUARY–MARCH 2019 51 Markets & Regions

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Group CEO, said at the launch: “In produced its first model, the NY24 which top speed of 45kt and cruising at 38kt. the automotive sector the definition is described as a ‘new, all-Italian stylish day Also in build is an 80HT which is due of GranSport is synonym with high cruiser’ which also has potential as a high- to be delivered in April 2020. The yacht performance and optimal comfort. These class tender for superyachts. Nerea Yachts is powered by twin MTU main engines principles have been the key starting point is a company based on the established (2,600hp each) coupled to Arneson drives for the creation of the new line.” The design skills of Dario Messina, who has been for a top speed of 47kt and a cruising speed Mangusta GranSport line is designed by operating in the boatbuilding industry for of 40kt. Among its many bespoke features Alberto Mancini. 20 years. developed by the yard in association with In April Overmarine also sold a 28.72m The NY24 is seen as a first step following long-standing partner, Umberto Tagliavini Mangusta 94 to a US owner. This was the research based on the love for the sea, and the Marine Design & Services team, this eighth Mangusta Maxi Open model sold Italian style and the desire to create a boat as latest project incorporates several firsts for and the seventh model in the series was if it was a work of art. Signed by the Italian Otam. launched the same month also for a US designers Alessio Battistini and Davide buyer. Winch Design participated in the Bernardini of ideae ITALIA, the NY24 is day PALUMBO GROUP – COLUMBUS latter with a custom interior design. cruiser born from a creative idea and built YACHTS AND ISA /MONDOMARINE with the collaboration of an experienced Through 2018 and into 2019, the Palumbo MCY- MONTE CARLO YACHTS technical team. Group was consistently busy with In 2018 Monte Carlo Yachts (MCY) The NY24 was moulded and built in the superyacht orders and increasing the celebrated its 10th anniversary and a first Nerea Yacht facilities on the Adriatic coast, capacity at its yacht facilities. The Palumbo decade of notable activity which saw a run near Fano. Messsina has set up a “boat Superyachts Division now includes the Isa of new models. boutique”, a nautical laboratory where every Yachts, Columbus, Extra and Mondomarine Perhaps the most unexpected event for new craft is made-to-measure. brands; the Palumbo Superyachts Refit MCY in 2018 was the removal by Groupe section formed by five shipyards (Ancona, Beneteau of Carla Demaria as president OCEAN KING Malta, Marseilles, Naples and Savona) today of the brand. This was down to a number Based at Choggia near Venice, Ocean King is the largest superyacht maintenance and of disagreements of the direction of Yachts launched its new Ocean Queen 150 repair network in the Mediterranean. the company and she has since joined model in January 2019. This is a custom In regard to increasing capacity, early Sanlorenzo. yacht with a focus on pleasure rather than in 2019 the new €6m, 3,300 tonne capacity MCY started the year with the first its supposed explorer capability. The Ocean synchrolift became operational at the of three new launches - the new MCY Queen 150 is a sub-500 GT steel/aluminium Palumbo shipyard in Ancona which it now 70 which is the first of a new generation tri-deck motoryacht. Negotiations with a its main yacht building centre for both the called the MCY Collection. This new series number of potential buyers are in progress Columbus and ISA brands. of yachts will feature even larger interior and it is anticipated at least one contract This new “Ship Lift Platform 3300”, volumes, wider views, increased brightness, may be signed in the next few months. means the yard is now capable of handling and expanded customization options made The Ocean Queen 150 has been mega yachts up to 3300 tons and 110m possible by the company’s revolutionary developed in conjunction with Venetian in length. Technically, the whole system naval architecture and production studio, Watermark Design. The design also consists of an 81m long and 19m wide steel processes. includes input from Ocean King clients. platform, supported by 14 large winches The other two models MCY will present allowing to lift/ launch mega yachts with a in 2019 are the MCY 66 and MCY 76. OTAM YACHTS maximum draft of 6m. The syncrolift will be The new MCY 76 is an evolution of the Otam Yachts is busy with a number inaugurated on the occasion of the launch company’s very first yacht. The MCY 66 of contracts including its 26m Otam of the Columbus 80m Dragon, scheduled will also naturally evolve from the previous 85GTS fast planning yacht which is now for mid-March 2019. model and feature updated design and well advanced at its Genoa shipyard. In addition, the Ancona synchrolift a enlarged interior and exterior spaces. Construction remains on track for the new 420 tonne travel-lift was installed at the During 2018 and going forward, MCY scheduled delivery to happen in the summer Malta yard of Palumbo Superyachts. continues to expand its global dealer 2019 season. The yacht will make her In November 2018, Palumbo fully network and maintain a strong marketing international debut at the 2019 boat shows. took over the Mondomarine shipyard at activity through exhibiting in several The all-new project, which was sold in Savona have had an involvement there international shows. May this year, features interior and exterior since early in 2018. The was acquired for design detailing by French architect Joseph an undisclosed sum and Palumbo has been NEREA YACHTS Dirand. The Otam 85GTS will have the granted a 20-year state property concession. Nerea Yachts’ is a new Italian brand performance to go with its sporty styling, International designers have now been launched at Boot Düsseldorf 2019. It has with a twin 2,600hp MTU 16V set-up for a hired by Palumbo Superyachts to design

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the new Mondomarine yacht projects while its first order. This was for a 38m (125ft) preserving the company’s core values. explorer yacht with delivery due within two As to yacht building, in January ISA years. The order was placed by a European Yachts launched the first superyacht in the client and the new yacht includes a hull and Alloy 43m at Ancona. Named Agora III and exterior designed by the Italian designer built entirely in aluminium, she features Hydro Tec. exterior and interior style by Luca Dini and The two latest concepts unveiled in naval architecture by Francesco Rogantin. mid-January 2019 involving collaboration She will be delivered later this year. with Italian designer, Giovanni In September Palumbo Superyachts sold Ceccarelli,comprised two tri-deck models of an 26.5m (86ft) EXTRA by ISA Yachts to a 35m and 50m. repeat client. This yacht makes the 4th new During 2018 work continued on build yacht of the EXTRA range sold by upgrading the shipyard in Ravenna for Palumbo in just six months following the superyacht construction.  Sanlorenzo’s SX76 made its US debut sales of Extra 126ft, 93ft and 76ft. In spring 2019, the 79.5m (261ft) ROSSINAVI potential acquisitions and new executive Columbus 80 superyacht commissioned In the last quarter of 2018 Rossinavi appointments were all part of this plan. in 2016 will be delivered. The yacht was introduced a new 49m concept called A key development was that Sanlorenzo contracted by “an experienced owner”. Project Blue Runner 49. This new design was now back as a totally Italian owned Also in build is a 49.5m (163ft) Columbus includes naval architecture by Arrabito company with owner Massimo Perotti S50 which is due for delivery in summer Naval Architects,and it has an inverted having bought the stakes of Chinese and 2020. This was sold to a repeat client. bow design and an aluminium hull. Italian companies in 2018. He now owns The new concept will reportedly offer 96% of the company and the management PERINI NAVI accommodation for up to ten guests in five have the other 4%. The leading Italian yacht builder introduced staterooms. Sanlorenzo’s 2018 turnover of €380m, its new Heritage motor yacht line at MYS As to yachts in build in July the builder a rise of 27% over 2017 is anticipated to 2018. This series has three models to start completed the 49m (160ft) Flying Dagger. increase to €460m in 2019, a further 20% with – the 55m Heritage, 65m Heritage Launched in April this fully custom jump. This forecast is based on an order and 75m Heritage. Created through superyacht combines exterior design backlog of over €500m extending into collaboration with Zuccon International from Enrico Gobbi with an interior by the 2019, 2020 and beyond. By the end of Project, the new range is based on the yard’s rome-based studio of Lazzarini Pickering 2019, Sanlorenzo will have put €100m into sailing history and traditional styling. Architetti. facilities, product development and R&D The Heritage family has a special focus Prior to the launch of Flying Dagger, and branding during the 2017-19 period. given to the outdoor spaces. Rossinavi held the launch at its Pisa yard of In respect of facilities, this has seen In regard to yachts in build the the 63m waterjet driven Utopia IV. Built for expansion and upgrades in La Spezia, Massa new Perini Navi’s custom 56m Voyager an American owner, the Utopia IV is one of and Viarregio including the purchase of motoryacht arrived at La Spezia from the the biggest yachts built by Rossinavi to date. sheds from the Fipa group. Perini yard in Turkey in December 2018. She is a full-aluminium, semi-displacement Product development includes new This yacht is due to be delivered next year yacht built for speed and comfort. Her top models for both the Sanlorenzo Yacht and to its Asian owner. The yacht has been speed is 28 knots.generated by the four Rolls Superyacht divisions and a new Sports Line designed by Perini working with Philippe Royce Kamewa water jets. to be developed over the next two years. Briand and his Vitruvius brand of explorer- In March 2018 Rossinavi made known This SL Sport Coupe series will have models ready yachts. that it had sold a 48.8-metre superyacht of 13m (42ft), 16m (52ft) and 19m (62ft). The The second E-volution 42m sailing yacht project: Vector 50. This was for a US client first model of the Sanlorenzo Open Coupé was sold in November. This was sold a few and the sale was arranged through the line is already in preparation. months after the first to an experienced Superyacht Division of Allied Marine. Following the acquisition of BlueGame European owner with delivered said to be Delivery is due in 2020. in 2018, new models, namely the BG50, in 2021. BG60 and BG70 are planned. Sanlorenzo SANLORENZO sees that the launch of this new SL model ROSSETTI SUPERYACHTS Sanlorenzo started 2019 with the same range and the new BlueGame models will Following its launch as a new brand of the flurry of developments that it had posted be accelerated by acquisitions, allowing Rosetti Marino Group in 2017 just over a through 2018 its 60th anniversary. A diversification and expansion of the group’s year later having issued several concept new development plan; an increasingly product offerings. designs, Rosetti Superyachts announced strong fiscal performance, new models, With an interest in providing a global

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now fully operational and supporting the Spezia. Both 50-metre projects are sister- further expansion of the Solaris brand. The ships to S501 Vertige. This pair will be sub company is building around 35 yachts a year 500GT superyachts. of which some 80% are sold in Europe and Hull #3 will be powered with the rest across the world. conventional diesel propulsion, whereas #4 Its model ranges which currently will come with a hybrid propulsion package. includes high performance sailing yachts Hull #3 will be moved to the outfitting shed at the sizes of 37ft; 47ft, 50ft, 55,ft, 58ft, 68ft at its completion facility in Genoa in late and 72ft. A new 44ft model has been added December this year, where finishing works and three Solaris Maxi yachts are planned; will start early January for a scheduled the series includes three models with the delivery in May 2020. Hull #4 will be Solaris 64RS having been launched in delivered in November 2020. Both yachts December last. This will be followed in July have been started on spec using Tankoa’s  Sanlorenzo has big plans for Bluegame this year with the Solaris 80RS and in 2020 own capital. with the Solaris 110 due to be launch in April In response to the arrival of more and proposal to the customer, the creation of a next year. more experienced clients with their own business unit dedicated to new innovative one-off designs, Tankoa has decided to initiatives borrowed from more advanced SUNDECK YACHTS create a dedicated full-custom business unit. sectors is also planned. Following the development of its new The company has a acquired a new shipyard The Sanlorenzo Academy, aimed at shipyard in Ravenna, Sundeck is now in la Spezia to support this expansion. developing works for the shipyards and working through its planned range of seven With a range of projects from 57m-90m crew for the yachts, is also being expanded. models from 14m-38m. Founded in 2015, on the drawing boards by designers from A dedicated building has now been acquired this year it will be working on the 21.5m Italy and the Netherlands, Tankoa expects and the number of students will increase (70ft) Sundeck 700 model which will be to announce its first contract for a full- from 60 in 2018 to 120-150 with six different world premiered at Cannes in September. custom, one-off yacht in the near future. courses being offered. Sundeck has had sales success with Management appointments include its Sundeck 430 and 580 models but it is TECHNORIB Carla Demaria being waiting for a buyer As the official licensee of the trademarks made CEO of BlueGame before proceeding PIRELLI and P. for Speedboats, Technorib as well as being In response to with its 38m design. used Boot Düsseldorf to exhibit the responsible for new the arrival of This would have to complete Jet Tender line for the first time. business development more and more be constructed in a Starting from the smallest model, the and Ferruccio Rossi, clients with their own one- different shipyard and PIRELLI J29, which measures only 2.9m, former managing off designs, Tankoa has it is currently looking and going up to the PIRELLI J45. The latter director, assuming decided to create at a number of options model was given a global launch at Cannes the position of CEO a full-custom including ones in show last September. of Sanlorenzo Spa. unit Croatia and the US. He is also appointed VISMARA president of Sanlorenzo TANKOA YACHTS While the name is quite well known Superyachts, the company division Following on from the positive reception Vismara has maintained a low profile over dedicated to metal models over 40m. that its 72m (236ft) superyacht Solo received recent years, a policy which seems on course at MYS 2018, Tankoa Yachts is in expansion to change in 2019. A number of new models SESSA MARINE mode. This involves a number of new are being launch this year. Sessa Marine maintains an ongoing product projects in build; a new shipyard in La Significantly in 2018 Vismara completed development programme across its three Spezia allow vessels of over 100m to be built one of its largest projects to date, the brands. In 2018 several new models were and a new custom division formed. V100. This 30m sailing yacht, christened launched for the Key Largo, Cruiser and As part of its expansion programme Bebivi was handed over to her owner last Yacht ranges. Tankoa are building a 50m Tankoa S502 summer. Across those three ranges of open and Elettra hybrid yacht with work on this fly boats, from 18ft-68ft, more than 20,000 project already underway. This yacht is WIDER YACHTS boats have been produced. They are sold scheduled to be completed for May 2019. Following the delivery of the Wider 150 in through a global dealer network, assisted She will be similar to Vertige but be a full October 2015 and the Wider 165 project by a ‘Service Point’ network extending hybrid yacht and her foredeck will have a now named MY Cecilia was completed in throughout the Mediterranean, the Middle touch and go helipad. summer 2018. The company had previously East and the Americas. In addition, Tankoa plans to build two been looking at a Wider 130 project but no more 50m yachts for delivery in 2020 mention has been made of this for some SOLARIS YACHTS number 3 and 4 in this series. Construction time. Having invested a substantial amount in work on hull #3 is already well advanced Wider Yachts is now totally owned by the tripling the size of its build facility, this is at Tankoa’s other metalwork facility in La listed company Genting Hong Kong. ibinews.com International Boat Industry | FEBRUARY–MARCH 2019 55