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The Ferretti Group has officially announced the appointment of Stassi Anastassov as its new Chief Executive Officer with immediate effect, following the company’s Annual General Meeting held on 15 May 2026. The appointment was confirmed by the Board of Directors, which also reconfirmed Tan Ning as Chairman of the Board. Anastassov succeeds Alberto Galassi, whose departure from the company was announced yesterday. Read: Ferretti CEO Alberto Galassi departs as company appoints new Board of DirectorsAnastassov joins the group with extensive international leadership experience across the consumer, industrial and manufacturing sectors. He previously served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Duracell and spent three decades in senior leadership roles at Procter & Gamble across Europe, North America, Asia and the Middle East. In addition to his executive experience, Anastassov currently serves as a non-executive director of JS Global Lifestyle and Better Shelter, while also advising international companies and investment firms on governance and operational transformation. “It is

Heesen Yachts has announced the opening of a new Monaco sales office, with Lyam Last appointed as Sales Manager. Following its transition back to operating as a Dutch, family-owned business, Heesen is investing in stronger regional support and sales hubs in key yachting markets. Located in the heart of the Mediterranean, the new office aims to provide a direct link between international clientele and the shipyard in Oss, the Netherlands. “Our objective is to bring back the family-led dedication that defines Heesen. As we plan for the future, it is important to have teams located in key yachting regions,” explained Jeroen van der Meer, CEO of Heesen Yachts. “A local presence enables closer collaboration with owners, managers, and brokers active in the region, ensuring that Heesen’s sales operations remain grounded in the shipyard’s heritage while providing a tailored, authentic experience for the international yachting community.” Joining the Sales team, Lyam Last has been appointed as