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Yacht fires and casualties of 2023

SuperYacht Times has rounded up all the casualties (and near casualties) for 2023.

A full round-up of yacht fires and casualties of 2023

A huge fire broke out around 18:30 in the warehouse of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2940" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="VSS Versilia Supply Service (Company)">Versilia Supply Service</a> in via Paolo Savi, Viareggio's port area. The incident was preceded by explosions that sent shockwaves through the surrounding vicinity. The fire resulted in an estimated one million euros worth of damages to the warehouse and its contents&nbsp;So far there have been no reports of damage to any yachts or shipyard facilities in the port area, which is home to several renowned shipyards including <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a>, &nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Overmarine Group SPA (Company)">Overmarine Group</a>&nbsp; and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/162" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Codecasa S.p.A. (Company)">Codecasa</a>.<iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/PcnIX0Xe9NA?&amp;wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/279345/image/large-54cdf3075e928f1b795219c23089e7c7.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/279345">A column of black smoke rising from the building was visible from both the Darsena beach and the Promenade beach, causing alarm and concern among residents and visitors. Prompt emergency response efforts by firefighters, rescue teams, and law enforcement personnel ensured the area was quickly secured, preventing further potential harm to the public.<iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/848474079" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe>While there have been no reports of injuries so far, authorities remain vigilant as they assess the situation and respond to the crisis.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/279346/image/large-2e71f9b9b64147334ac4851a4398c237.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/279346">With fire and smoke billowing from the site, one of the main concerns for authorities was the potential threat posed by toxic fumes. Arpat (Agenzia Regionale per la Protezione Ambientale della Toscana) was immediately mobilised to assess the danger to air quality and the environment.Mayor Del Ghingaro has reassured the public that the situation is under control, and there are no immediate concerns about air pollution. As investigations continue into the cause of the explosions and the extent of the damage, the community remains cautious about potential air quality concerns.<iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/shorts?/8Cm-4yp9SpY&amp;wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe>

Devastating fire erupts in Viareggio's port area

A devastating fire broke out in the warehouse of Versilia Supply Service in Viareggio's port area.

Huge fire erupts in Viareggio's port area

Yacht support company Versilia Supply Service (VSS) exhibited at the METS, which came to an end yesterday. With offices based in Livorno as well as Viareggio, VSS supply superyachts with anything they may need in a fast, efficient and reliable way. SuperYacht Times spoke to Marketing Director Andrea Raffagnagi , Sales manager Stefano Tomei and CEO, Giuliano Tomei in regards to the importance of the METS show for their company earlier today.Although having participated at METS several years ago, 2014 is the first time in almost a decade that VSS have decided to once again exhibit their brand. Irrespective of the break, the company are happy to be back in Amsterdam, this time presenting a brand new application.The new technical alpha version of My VSS will be delivered to a select number of customers in the near future in order for tests. Over 100,000 commodities have been uploaded on its online archive, and the team at METS assured us that big improvements had been made. The App features new graphics, new search engine, the possibility to save your own products list for future orders, quotes and custom items with the fewest clicks. Raffagnagi comments, “We give only the best price to our clients and we’re trying to give them the best service that is possible. In addition, on the application is connected in real-time with our software.”Concluding METS, Tomei states, “We had a lot of interest at the show this year and it’s good to be back. Everybody knows about our new applications and they have asked us plenty of questions about it.”METS 2014 was held at the Amsterdam RAI Exhibition and Convention Centre from 18th to 20th November.By Gemma Fottles