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Italy-based boat builders <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7265" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Del Pardo (Company)">Cantiere del Pardo</a> have announced the opening of a new office in the United States. The new office is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and aims to firmly establish the brand in the American market. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/305924/image/large-271dae2486bd12fd34e84695ee952a86.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/305924">Founded in 1973, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7265" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Del Pardo (Company)">Cantiere del Pardo</a> has sold over 250 boats since 2018 under the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5808" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pardo Yachts (Company)">Pardo Yachts</a> brand, which is already well established in the American market. The company also includes the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4700" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Grand Soleil (Company)">Grand Soleil</a> sailing yacht brands, as well as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5809" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VanDutch (Company)">VanDutch</a>, which the new office hopes to expand.&nbsp;Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/58252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fashion house Calzedonia acquires majority stake in Cantiere Del Pardo (2023-08-01 14:30:00 +0200)">Fashion house Calzedonia acquires majority stake in Cantiere Del Pardo</a><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/305926/image/large-0f6f807776a8f178dcd00c9909d9280a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/305926"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/305925/image/large-382a447f7864c2a802141ae5d56a0c14.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/305925">The new office in Fort Lauderdale marks the first operational headquarters of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7265" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Del Pardo (Company)">Cantiere del Pardo</a> in the United States, opening new avenues for growth and renewed interest in all group brands. “This new office is not just a space” says Fabio Planamente, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7265" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Del Pardo (Company)">Cantiere del Pardo</a> CEO.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/279891/image/large-22401f857254c9d187d5eaf378541e49.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/279891">“It is an invitation to become part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7265" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Del Pardo (Company)">Cantiere del Pardo</a> family, a sign of our commitment to be ever closer to our clients, to share the passion and to write together the next chapter of this extraordinary adventure &nbsp;spanning over 50 years”. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/305922/image/large-d1ab6db84d2e8495f97fcd48b3a4822c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/305922">The Fort Lauderdale office is already fully operational and strategically available to all seven <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5808" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pardo Yachts (Company)">Pardo Yachts</a> dealers in the American market, as well as to all internal staff at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7265" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Del Pardo (Company)">Cantiere del Pardo</a>, facilitating effective collaboration and a strong presence in the US market.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/305921/image/large-5a143ff5b0fdcbd3a844e0acd3ecc2f9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/305921">

Cantiere del Pardo opens first US office

Cantiere del Pardo have announced the opening of a new office in the United States.

Cantiere del Pardo opens first US office in Fort Lauderdale

The 42-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/112" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Custom Line (Company)">Custom Line</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sangha42.0m (137'10&quot;)Custom Line2020">Sangha</a> has entered the market with James Auld of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2237" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYachtsMonaco (Company)">SuperYachtsMonaco</a> and Ben Ritchie of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/259" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Y.CO (Company)">Y.CO</a>. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/sangha/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Sangha, for sale</a>, is MCA compliant and can be run as a charter yacht.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/293242/image/large-40bac259fe9e0404ef330ca586f1aa85.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/293242">Delivered in 2020 as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/112" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Custom Line (Company)">Custom Line</a> Navetta 42 series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sangha42.0m (137'10&quot;)Custom Line2020">Sangha</a> has been expertly maintained by a highly experienced yachting family. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> features interior and exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/105" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuccon International Project (Company)">Zuccon International Project</a>, with interior styling from Samantha Broughton and naval architecture by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/112" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Custom Line (Company)">Custom Line</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/169212/image/large-b9b4c0b6eca0b26139c72da7bd1f33b9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/169212"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sangha42.0m (137'10&quot;)Custom Line2020">Sangha</a> showcases a light, airy and stylish interior paired with a chic neutral colour palette with light wood flooring and contrasting wood panelling for a fresh contemporary feel. This is paired with a sleek exterior with a modern profile and clean lines, to create a spacious and well-designed yacht.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/169207/image/large-ec36ace6de17da814fe35930654c70fc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/169207"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/169210/image/large-36bf5f9f0ac032c92c76439a94ceec03.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/169210"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sangha42.0m (137'10&quot;)Custom Line2020">Sangha</a> boasts a crisp and cool modern aesthetic, with modular furniture to allow for flexibility of her layout. She benefits from large windows, which fill the interiors with natural light, while her fold-down balcony in the main saloon enhances the connection between her interior and exterior spaces. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/169208/image/large-ff0e9975cf06c226b53372e6da6e16f3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/169208">The 348 GT <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> features an open-plan main saloon, with a sumptuous sofa at the centre of the design, alongside a wooden coffee table. Ample storage options and a dining area forward complete the space, offering seating for up to eight guests for formal dinners. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/169206/image/large-600ff7b61a82d8d5b9a6c2d3122d1ffd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/169206"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/293258/image/large-6bcaaf94a0ce34ab2d0d00bbfcf695e3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/293258"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/169204/image/large-7566b9ad27e25bcda0b41a6b0e9befb5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/169204"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sangha42.0m (137'10&quot;)Custom Line2020">Sangha</a> provides accommodation for up to 11 guests across a five stateroom configuration. Her full-beam master suite is situated forward on the main deck and opens into a private office, walk-in wardrobe and full-beam bathroom with a steam shower. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/169203/image/large-c0883f1e22e554e240f901f2da453fef.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/169203"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/169205/image/large-0ccadf81bcb68e5dcff7fe6f65da6b65.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/169205">The remaining guest staterooms onboard the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/custom-line/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Custom Line yacht for sale</a> consist of two double staterooms and two convertible staterooms, all with ensuite bathrooms. One of the convertible cabins also comes with a Pullman berth for younger guests.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/169201/image/large-e7ac343f05d01032d559f80d0468e8ac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/169201"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sangha42.0m (137'10&quot;)Custom Line2020">Sangha</a> offers plenty of exterior space with a full range of outdoor living areas, including a covered lounge aft on the main deck, a versatile lounge/dining area on the bridge deck aft and a huge cabana area on the foredeck, with built-in lounge, seating plus a vast sunpad overlooking the ocean.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/293257/image/large-78914deda25b3231022a8f5bfe0fb21d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/293257"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/169211/image/large-51810402e71500a57ff8a48a0800dbcd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/169211">The transom door of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sangha42.0m (137'10&quot;)Custom Line2020">Sangha</a> folds out to create a spacious beach club area with a large bathing platform for sunbathing, while her sun deck provides the perfect space for guests to relax and be entertained.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/293245/image/large-d2f23bae06b487a05e75adb11511ec1d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/293245"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/169200/image/large-4ff272545b90283778d1b25bb17d5e5d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/169200"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/293253/image/large-87be3bef6dc7b73b2bea3760e7a960d7.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/293253">Her sun deck features a wet bar, covered lounge and dining areas, a triple sunpad aft and a raised Jacuzzi pool with 360 degree panoramic views. The sale of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sangha42.0m (137'10&quot;)Custom Line2020">Sangha</a> also includes the yacht’s <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5809" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VanDutch (Company)">VanDutch</a> chase tender, Shanti.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/293243/image/large-ed24ca07a6a69fa795c3aa1e592d5523.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/293243">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7410" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sangha42.0m (137'10&quot;)Custom Line2020">Sangha</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, which provide her with a comfortable cruising speed of 10 knots and a top speed of 16.8 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/293260/image/large-73f803eac30e520e4f08707a6861bc59.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/293260">

42m Custom Line Navetta superyacht Sangha for sale

The 42-metre Custom Line superyacht Sangha has entered the market with James Auld of SuperYachtsMonaco and Ben Ritchie of Y.CO.

Custom Line Navetta 42 superyacht Sangha for sale

Fashion house Calzedonia Group has acquired Wise Equity Fund's stake in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7265" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Del Pardo (Company)">Cantiere del Pardo (CDP)</a>. This move comes after Wise Equity, as the management company for Wisequity V, had acquired 60 percent ownership of the company in December 2020. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/279890/image/large-6e8d1bebf1f229c7f3406d727ac050e5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/279890">Founded in 1973, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7265" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Del Pardo (Company)">CDP</a> has experienced a history of great successes and international acclaim. Since its inception, it has launched over five thousand vessels under the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4700" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Grand Soleil (Company)">Grand Soleil</a> brand and, more recently, under the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5808" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pardo Yachts (Company)">Pardo Yachts</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5809" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VanDutch (Company)">VanDutch</a> brands.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/279869/image/large-8c49fb1894e2101e93aade05169b1a8b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/279869">According to an official statement, Calzedonia Group is expanding its scope into the realm of Italian excellence with this collaboration. The decision to proceed with the acquisition was driven by productive discussions with longstanding managers, Fabio Planamente and Gigi Servidati, who will continue to hold a minority stake in the company. Together, they share a vision for the future development of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7265" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Del Pardo (Company)">CDP</a>, and the opportunity to leverage their combined expertise in the industrial, organisational, and distribution sectors significantly influenced the decision to proceed.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/279889/image/large-286b760abffd85045d27e41df0c1f00c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/279889">Fabio Planamente, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7265" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Del Pardo (Company)">Cantiere del Pardo</a>, remarked, "The acquisition by Calzedonia Group marks the beginning of a new chapter in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7265" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Del Pardo (Company)">Cantiere del Pardo's</a> long and illustrious history of achievements. We are deeply honoured that such an esteemed and prestigious Italian entity has chosen to invest in our shipyard. With the valuable contributions made by Wise Fund throughout the shipyard's growth journey, we are now more motivated and resolute in facing forthcoming challenges and new projects, benefiting from the solid foundation of an Italian Group with proven entrepreneurial capabilities, further establishing <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7265" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Del Pardo (Company)">Cantiere del Pardo</a> and its brands as global yachting excellence under the Made in Italy banner."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/279891/image/large-22401f857254c9d187d5eaf378541e49.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/279891">With the arrival of Calzedonia Group, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7265" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cantiere Del Pardo (Company)">Cantiere del Pardo</a> will pursue international growth and the development of new models, with even greater attention to quality and excellence of service both for the distribution network as well as the end customer.

Fashion house Calzedonia acquires majority stake in Cantiere Del Pardo

Fashion house Calzedonia has acquired a majority stake in Cantiere del Pardo.