Italy

Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro

The 44.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/811" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Santierul Naval Galați (Company)">Santierul Naval Galati</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1149" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Prometej44.5m (145'12&quot;)Santierul Naval Galați1956">Prometej</a> sold, with Toby Maclaurin of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/136" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Independence (Company)">Ocean Independence&nbsp;</a>introducing the buyer and David Legrand of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/158" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fraser (Company)">Fraser</a> representing the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/296508/image/large-183e16275ab424492ef37cbe1163d70b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/296508">Originally built in 1956 as an ice breaking vessel, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1149" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Prometej44.5m (145'12&quot;)Santierul Naval Galați1956">Prometej</a> was transformed into a private yacht by Italian designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro (Company)">Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro</a> in 2005. Her design is focused on blending multiple cultures, with art from all over the world on display in her rooms. Her naval architecture and exterior design is penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/813" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Line ltd. (Company)">Water Line</a> whilst her interior is the work of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/812" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alberta Ferretti (Company)">Alberta Ferretti</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/296509/image/large-1c6efa0b96c40bf137d5f0e551f60679.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/296509">She is capable of accommodating as many as 14 guests onboard across her seven spacious staterooms, with room for nine crew members, including her captain. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1149" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Prometej44.5m (145'12&quot;)Santierul Naval Galați1956">Prometej</a>’s master suite continues to showcase her luxurious interior design, pairing dark flooring with lighter-toned furnishings to create contrast and enhance the refined aesthetics. The plush carpets aboard this yacht contribute to the homely atmosphere in the staterooms.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/296538/image/large-8b929e104daf00ad59e6627270591dbf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/296538">The 469 GT yacht showcases a modern designed main saloon with two large lounging areas positioned opposite each other with a coffee table between them, this features creates a vast space for guests to entertain. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1149" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Prometej44.5m (145'12&quot;)Santierul Naval Galați1956">Prometej</a> oozes sophistication through her interior decor, contrasting her dark wooden floorings with her neutral toned walls. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/296511/image/large-c6612b1d2dd8447eff433a76a14bad14.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/296511">Accessed through a corridor, the main saloon leads to a formal dining area, enabling guests to seamlessly transition from one room to the next. The dining area features a vast rectangular table, comfortably seating ten guests. The room is encapsulated with light thanks to her abundant windows, including the overhead skylight. This feature optimises the guests view of the outdoors, providing a tranquil setting, especially when dining under the stars.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/296515/image/large-7a9b8436e932954432c1a220715ec197.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/296515">Moving to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1149" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Prometej44.5m (145'12&quot;)Santierul Naval Galați1956">Prometej</a>’s exterior, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/813" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Line ltd. (Company)">Water Line</a> had guest comfort at the forefront of their design. Her endless pace on her main deck and sundeck allow guests to sit back and take in the idyllic views. Additionally, she exhibits a large dining table, comfortably seating ten guests, ensuring the ultimate alfresco dining experience.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/296532/image/large-5e493c6f5f2450b229583a2bf6f404ec.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/296532">Performance-wise, she is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/286" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. (Company)">Mitsubishi Heavy Industries</a> engines, which give her a cruising speed of 12 knots and a top speed of 13 knots. She had a last known asking price of €5,900,000.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/296530/image/large-586df42c33b003c4da95cb865936d230.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/296530">

45m yacht Prometej sold

The 44.5-metre Santierul Naval Galati motor yacht Prometej sold, with Ocean Independence introducing the buyer, and Fraser representing the seller. 

45m Santierul Naval Galati superyacht Prometej sold

Build report Rossinavis yacht Akula

Behind the build of Rossinavi's first explorer superyacht Akula.

Building 59m Akula: Rossinavi's first explorer superyacht

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro (Company)">Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro</a>’s 23.96-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7692" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Akula23.96m (78'7&quot;)Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro2006">Akula</a> sold. The negotiation for this 2006-built explorer was handled by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6713" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Siroco Yacht Brokers (Company)">Siroco Yacht Brokers</a> who introduced the buyer, and with Max Bulley of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/259" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Y.CO (Company)">Y.CO</a> standing in for the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/209300/image/large-677646955a652a72d9680e6c3e2f30bc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/209300"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7692" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Akula23.96m (78'7&quot;)Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro2006">Akula</a> was built for round-the-world voyages and has an incredible 6,000 nautical mile range. She is constructed out of steel and aluminium for her hull and superstructure, respectively. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/541" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Faggioni Yacht Design (Company)">Studio Faggioni Yacht Design</a> managed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7692" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Akula23.96m (78'7&quot;)Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro2006">Akula</a>’s interior and exterior styling, while it was <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec S.r.l. (Company)">Hydro Tec S.r.l.</a> Who penned her naval architecture. Notably she was one of the first Mini Explorers designed for long periods at sea. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/209299/image/large-3c358e24996dd05873b896c1afc6242d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/209299">“<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7692" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Akula23.96m (78'7&quot;)Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro2006">Akula</a> is a pocket explorer with lots of personality,” Max Bulley commented. “Having been built by a yard who were known for naval ships, her seafaring capabilities are undeniable while her carefully considered onboard spaces allow for luxury living at sea. Thanks to significant investment from her previous owner, the yacht is ready to continue her adventures with her new owner in great condition.”With 120 GT and a four stateroom configuration, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7692" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Akula23.96m (78'7&quot;)Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro2006">Akula</a> can comfortably accommodate as many as eight guests. She was sold with a last known asking price of €2,500,000.&nbsp;

Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro’s 24m explorer yacht Akula sold

Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro’s 23.96-metre motor yacht Akula sold with a last known asking price of €2,500,000. 

Sold: 24m explorer yacht Akula

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219751/image/large-a9c176e321c2c3273e750c49004b5a41.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219751">The popular Spanish seaside town of Marbella on the famous Costa del Sol is a bustling yachting hotspot during the summer season but also hosts several superyacht residents during its mild winter months. Captured here last week is the Puerto Banus-regular <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/340" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Haya64.6m (211'11&quot;)Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd.1981">Lady Haya</a>; the 64.6-metre Japanese motor yacht built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/286" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. (Company)">Mitsubishi Heavy Industries</a> in 1981 as Pegasus IV. She features both exterior and interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Terence Disdale Design (Company)">Terence Disdale Design</a>, whilst <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/305" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kappa Marine Consultants Ltd. (Company)">Kappa Marine Consultants</a> undertook her naval architecture in cooperation with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/286" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. (Company)">Mitsubishi Heavy Industries</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/340" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady Haya64.6m (211'11&quot;)Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd.1981">Lady Haya</a> has undergone two extensive refits over her lifetime, one from 2000-2002 in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/309" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lamda Shipyards (Company)">Lamda Shipyards</a> in which she was given a new stern and the bridge and boat deck were extended, as well as in 2006 by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro (Company)">Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro</a>, where she was given new furniture, electrical systems and her generators were replaced.

65m superyacht Lady Haya in Marbella

The 65m superyacht Lady Haya, built by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, was captured here docked in the Puerto Banus in Marbella, Spain.

The 23.96-metre <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/akula-24m/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Akula is for sale</a>. Built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro (Company)">Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro</a> in 2006, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7692" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Akula23.96m (78'7&quot;)Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro2006">Akula</a>’s current owner has invested almost €2 million euros in upgrades to the yacht, which included the installation of stabilisers for anchor and while underway, as well as the rebuild of her engines and generators.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/209300/image/large-677646955a652a72d9680e6c3e2f30bc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/209300"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/541" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Faggioni Yacht Design (Company)">Studio Faggioni Yacht Design</a> penned both the interior and exterior designs of the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/cantieri-navali-di-pesaro/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro yacht for sale</a>, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec S.r.l. (Company)">HydroTec</a> completed her naval architecture. Designed with explorer capabilities in extreme conditions, she has an impressive range of 6,000 nautical miles while cruising at 9 knots.A beam of 7.53-metres provides her with a generous interior volume of 175 GT where as many as eight guests are accommodated across her four staterooms. She features a full-beam master suite, a VIP, and two twin cabins.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/209299/image/large-3c358e24996dd05873b896c1afc6242d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/209299">Characterised by the extensive use of light and dark-hued wood – which was selected for its scent in order to evoke memories of time spent at sea – the interior of the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/explorer/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">explorer yacht for sale</a> pays homage to her seafaring heritage. She features a spacious main saloon with an adjacent dining area. The main deck has a separate passageway for up to four crew members, to ensure the privacy of guests onboard.On deck, she has ample exterior lounge space including a well-appointed space for lounge chairs and alfresco dining. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7692" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Akula23.96m (78'7&quot;)Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro2006">Akula</a>’s upper deck is home to her flybridge and an exterior lounge space forward of the wheelhouse provides additional space for sunbathing.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/209298/image/large-5a88ed93ffe6d9b1d941d80712ce3f50.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/209298">The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> cruises comfortably at 10 knots and has an economical fuel consumption. Storage for a tender of up to 6.5 metres as well as a range of water toys is found across her three decks.

24m explorer yacht Akula for sale

Following more than €2 million euros in upgrades, the 24m explorer yacht Akula is for sale.

24m explorer yacht Akula is now on the market

The 44.5 metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/811" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Santierul Naval Galați (Company)">Șantierul Naval Galați</a> conversion yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1149" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Prometej44.5m (145'12&quot;)Santierul Naval Galați1957">Prometej</a> has been sold. The deal was concluded by Marco Vandoni of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/136" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ocean Independence (Company)">Ocean Independence</a> who represented the seller, and Enrico Mortola of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/937" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mortola Yacht & Ship Brokers (Company)">Mortola Yacht &amp; Ship Brokers</a> who introduced the buyer.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/90240/image/large-23d8cc9679e697affc4e15e1cc620e17.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/90240">Originally built in 1957 as an ice breaking vessel, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1149" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Prometej44.5m (145'12&quot;)Santierul Naval Galați1957">Prometej</a> was transformed into a private yacht by Italian designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro (Company)">Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro</a> in 2005. Her design is focused on blending multiple cultures, with art from all over the world on display in her rooms. Her naval architecture and exterior design is penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/813" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Water Line ltd. (Company)">Water Line</a> whilst her interior is the work of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/812" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Alberta Ferretti (Company)">Alberta Ferretti</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/90242/image/large-b02d21303942cd9fef8bb992dd7e892c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/90242"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/90241/image/large-2660635f94bf8a3d96a565896606f964.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/90241"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1149" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Prometej44.5m (145'12&quot;)Santierul Naval Galați1957">Prometej</a> is capable of exploring various destinations across the globe. The 9.5-metre beamed yacht offers ample interior space, sleeping up-to 12 guests across seven staterooms, who are taken care of by nine. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/90237/image/large-35d382b887989ad5c1509f171ba1e0cf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/90237"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/90238/image/large-cb1997e22f9b2b5825871c0d0b77d002.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/90238">Her interior, inspired by cultures from all corners of the world, includes a spacious saloon, formal dining area for up-to 12 guests, and an office and lounge room. Her exterior features an al fresco dining space and lounge seating.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/90236/image/large-344b29af3f666112681b1c20ce3152f2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/90236"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/90235/image/large-f7cc504814054ae7900d3681ff514f26.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/90235"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1149" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Prometej44.5m (145'12&quot;)Santierul Naval Galați1957">Prometej</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/286" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. (Company)">Mitsubishi Heavy Industries</a> diesel engines, giving her top speeds of 13 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots. She has a 3,200 nautical mile range.

Șantierul Naval Galați conversion yacht Prometej sold

The 45m Șantierul Naval Galați conversion yacht Prometej has been sold with a last known asking price of €2,700,000. 

45m Șantierul Naval Galați conversion yacht Prometej sold

As just announced by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Camper & Nicholsons International (Company)">Camper &amp; Nicholsons</a>, the 25.2-metre yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7170" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Indian 25.5m (83'8&quot;)Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro2008">Indian</a> has been sold with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nelson Yacht Services (Company)">Nelson Yacht Services</a> as the buying brokers. Built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/308" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro (Company)">Cantiere Navali di Pesaro</a> and designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1181" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hydro Tec S.r.l. (Company)">Hydro Tec</a>, the explorer superyacht underwent major refits in 2016, 2017 and 2018 to maintain her robust features and enhance her long-range cruising capabilities.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174426/image/large-70b330fc5a1f61036c7f49aa96db531a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174426"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174430/image/large-c272bc3a54368c08933d235f4752d360.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174430">The interior layout includes accommodation for up to nine guests across four cabins in the form of a full-beam master suite, a VIP suite and two guest cabins (one with a Pullman). With three decks, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7170" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Indian 25.5m (83'8&quot;)Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro2008">Indian</a> has space for an upper-deck seating area nestled against the superstructure, which can be made more comfortable thanks to a fabric cover for additional heating.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174432/image/large-4280d4d31e7b5e86f4a2063234c89b17.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174432"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174434/image/large-8dda306d9ae1b79b5ca693a48ae9a290.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174434"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174436/image/large-4848024c72752ce466dea1f26bd9f967.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174436">Fitted with twin Baudouin diesel engines, explorer yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7170" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Indian 25.5m (83'8&quot;)Cantieri Navali Di Pesaro2008">Indian</a>&nbsp;can manage a top speed of 13 knots with a range of 4,500nm. At the time of sale, she had a last asking price of €2,850,000.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174438/image/large-8bb69c07b24b89e001639e2c96c1d5a3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174438"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174439/image/large-4b8e7139160cc26b1ced62a909504a9d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174439">

25m pocket explorer yacht Indian sold 

Yacht Indian has been sold with a  last asking price of €2,850,000.

In September 2015, a group of international investors purchased the defunct Cantiere Navale di Pesaro on Italy’s Adriatic coast. They renamed it Cantiere Rossini after Gioacchino Rossini, the famous Italian opera composer born in Pesaro in 1792, and immediately set about reorganising and modernising the shipyard to create a state-of-the-art refit facility for large yachts of up to 55 metres or 560 tonnes lifting weight. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/48645/image/large-fb53ceca8f15c265770d76d5aed0886c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48645">Headed up by Captain Stewart Parvin, SuperYacht Times recently spoke with the former merchant seaman/yacht captain turned shipyard CEO to find out more.Tell us about your seafaring background.I literally ran away to sea aged 16 to join the merchant navy. I spent 28 years with the prestigious Cunard Line working my way up through the ranks, acquiring my Master Mariner’s certificate along the way, and for seven years I was first officer aboard the ocean liner QE2. My introduction to the superyacht world was as captain of 99-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/336" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Christina O99.15m (325'4&quot;)">Christina O</a>, and since then I’ve worked on a number of large yachts. An important experience for my current role was project managing the initial part of the rebuild of 122-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3795" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maryah125.0m (410'1&quot;)">Maryah</a> to SOLAS criteria at the Elefsis Shipyard in Greece. Based on both my commercial and yachting experience, in early 2015 I was invited to become CEO of Lisa Group, the holding company set up to acquire the bankrupt Cantiere Navale di Pesaro with the vision of establishing a world-class refit yard.&nbsp;<img src="/uploads/store/photo/48643/image/large-379de577e07cd6fd4c7fed1e39c3d34c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48643"> How did you identify Pesaro as the ideal location for Cantiere Rossini?As a professional captain, I was looking for some specific guarantees. First of all, the port had to be protected in all weather conditions, which is by no means the case with all shipyards. Secondly, the old yard had been bankrupt for several years, which meant we had no legacy or workforce issues to contend with and could restart from ground zero. We also needed plenty of hard standing space and a reliable network of subcontractors located close by. I spent 18 months travelling the length of Italy and the site in Pesaro ticked all the right boxes. The town is an attractive tourist destination and the centre is just 10 minutes away from the yard; we have around 15,000 square metres of hard standing space; the 100-metre quay and seven 55-metre berths are well protected, and there are plenty of specialist contractors serving the boatbuilding industry in nearby Fano and Ancona. Last but not least, when I first came to Pesaro four years ago the port was in a sorry state; I have no doubt that Cantiere Rossini will breathe new life into the region and establish the town as a yachting hub. &nbsp; <img src="/uploads/store/photo/48648/image/large-1510faf8109cad87bf005559e5b6006a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48648">What is your vision for the new facility?Quite simply, we want to be recognised as one of the best refit yards in the world. To do that, we have to do certain things exceptionally well with a strong focus on customer service. While offering a complete range of services, from minor repairs and routine maintenance to complex engineering works, I especially want to concentrate on the painting operations. Despite being the most costly routine maintenance procedure, I was shocked to discover that it is usually done outdoors under a plastic cocoon that is supposedly climate-controlled. Owners wouldn’t agree to paint their beautiful cars in those conditions, so why should they be expected to repaint their yacht in anything other than a purpose-built facility? That’s why we’re building not one, but two 70-metre painting sheds that are 28 metres high so the radar masts don’t have to be removed.&nbsp;When do you expect the modernisation programme to be completed?We started in October 2017 to demolish the old construction sheds and the slipway, shifting around 30,000 tons of earth and concrete in the process. That first phase was completed in July with the installation of our 560-tonne travel lift and the quay and dockside are now in operation, complete with shore power connections, fresh water and compressed air outlets and built-in piping to collect grey an black water from the yachts. The next phase is to start the new offices and paint sheds, which are due for completion in January 2019. Our unrivalled crew village will comprise conference facilities, large gymnasium, wellness centre, crew pub, pizza oven, barbeque areas, infinity swimming pool and 16 luxury apartments to house visiting crew. The plan is to have all the building work finished by August next year, but despite all the heavy construction, we’ve already had a number of large motor yachts visiting in the summer and staying over during the winter.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/48642/image/large-6eab372101e737b842cc4101772d79d5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/48642">In the renders the new facilities look very avant-garde: what kind of investment are you looking at to complete the infrastructure project?We’ve set aside a total investment of €25 million. We’re especially proud of the design of the new buildings. I wanted to avoid the reinforced concrete boxes typical of most shipyards and told the architects to create something Guggenheim-like, meaning more similar to a contemporary museum than an industrial building. In terms of attention to detail and quality standards, we were very inspired throughout the design process by Porto Montenegro, one of the best superyacht marinas in my opinion. Suffice to say, we’re confident that by the time the building work is finished we’ll have the best refit facility in the world.Content created in collaboration with Rossini.

Cantiere Rossini: building a luxury refit shipyard

Following the purchase of the former Cantiere Navale di Pesaro facilities by a group of investors at the end of last year for €15,000,000, the newly named Cantieri Rossini shipyard has announced that the facility will be operational as a refit shipyard by the end of 2017.

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The new yard state that a full restoration and reorganisation of the site has begun, with a sheltered dock of seven berths for yachts of up to 55 metres already available. Three substantial vessels arrived at the yard for work during the summer season; Benetti’s Lady Michelle and Al-Bouchra, as well as the Admiral superyacht Alhena.

 

Commenting on the progress of the facility, the Cantiere Rossini team state: “By the end of 2017 a state-of-the-art refit shipyard with 15,000 sqm hardstanding area, and one 600 tons travel lift will be operational. By early 2018 the shipyard will be completed with two paint sheds and welcoming spaces for crews including 16 luxurious crew apartments overlooking the harbour, and a separate building with bar, large gym, lounge, rooftop terrace.”

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The shipyard’s management includes Capt. Stewart Parvin as CEO, Alfonso Postorino, formerly responsible for the Refit Division of ISA Yachts, as Shipyard Director, and Gianluca Devicienti, as Operation Manager.