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<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5681" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Austin Parker Yachts (Company)">Austin Parker Yachts</a>, an Italian yachting brand founded by Giovanni Sebastiano Gravagno with a history of over 25 years in Europe and the United States has been acquired by a well-known Turkish businessman, Baris Nalcaci.&nbsp;<img src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/282762/image/large-c360238c76f1b6b2a43b1fcf48d69336.jpeg?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&amp;X-Amz-Credential=AKIA52TLVJASOPFTPHWY%2F20230824%2Feu-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&amp;X-Amz-Date=20230824T095444Z&amp;X-Amz-Expires=900&amp;X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&amp;X-Amz-Signature=5d13f10a69cd17c691e7a6f66541d2f4445b26b769eb71e64ab33eefd6a861e0" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/282762">The company’s commercial headquarters are located in Liguria, whilst its production yard is strategically situated at the Navicelli Canal in Pisa, covering an area of 27 thousand square meters. Gravagno affirmed that: "with Baris Nalcaci onboard, we begin a new era for the brand. His experience in global brand development, composite and other materials, as well as product design, will help us in the new project.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/221603/image/large-0527da97dcfed6322d9d03c9c764f1e7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/221603">Gravagno will continue to be at the helm of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5681" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Austin Parker Yachts (Company)">Austin Parker Yachts</a>, the yard has been successful in various markets, particularly in the 14 to 26-metre range. The company aims to add new products to the market, including its first line of motor catamarans that will be presented at this year's Cannes Yachting Festival.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/113039/image/large-55e9be9b1e87a4dd8289100091d97fee.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/113039">Baris Nalcaci, reflecting on his role in this iconic brand, shared his excitement: "The realisation of these catamarans, a collaboration between <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4640" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pininfarina (Company)">Pininfarina</a> and the naval architect <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fulvio De Simoni Yacht Design (Company)">Fulvio De Simoni</a>, fills me with anticipation. I hold great confidence in the journey ahead alongside Giovanni Sebastiano Gravagno. The early-stage interest in our products has exceeded even my expectations."

Austin Parker Yachts acquired by Turkish businessman Baris Nalcaci

Austin Parker Yachts, an Italian yachting brand founded by Giovanni has been acquired.

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<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/362" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leopard Yachts (Company)">Leopard Yachts</a> has announced the new 28-metre yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/362" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leopard Yachts (Company)">Leopard</a> 28M in collaboration with the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1364" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Permare s.r.l. (Company)">Permare</a> shipyard will begin construction this year. The historic Italian brand was originally founded by the Picchiotti family in 1973 and was taken over by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4749" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seven Stars Marina & Shipyard (Company)">Seven Stars Marina &amp; Shipyard</a> last year.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/244181/image/large-336ce12b539a9e345dea308f3b91a024.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/244181"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4749" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Seven Stars Marina & Shipyard (Company)">Seven Stars</a> currently constructs on behalf of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5681" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Austin Parker Yachts (Company)">Austin Parker Yachts</a> and Victory Marine, and upon the blessing of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/362" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leopard Yachts (Company)">Leopard Yachts</a> founder Piero Picchiotti, acquired the Tombolo shipard in Pisa, Italy last year.Although <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/362" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leopard Yachts (Company)">Leopard Yachts</a> announced larger models including the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/52769" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leopard Yachts reborn with new 36m model (2021-04-23 10:15:00 +0200)">Leopard 36 in April last year</a>, this will be the first model to start construction. The new <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/362" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leopard Yachts (Company)">Leopard</a> 28M yacht is designed by Andrea Ramasco who is known for his work on Amer yachts such as the Amer F100 and Amer 120.&nbsp;Read: <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/52769" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leopard Yachts reborn with new 36m model (2021-04-23 10:15:00 +0200)">Leopard Yachts reborn with new 36m model<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/244182/image/large-7a904cc1b5fcf8226cd05165ec96a40e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/244182"></a>The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/362" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leopard Yachts (Company)">Leopard</a> 28M yacht introduces a new design concept for the shipyard by extending the link between outdoor and indoor spaces. This design will offer guests a better flow and continuity between the interior and exterior and provide a better use of alfresco areas.In terms of propulsion, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/362" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leopard Yachts (Company)">Leopard</a> 28M will be powered by a triple IPS system, which combined with advanced technological research will allow for low consumption. The in-build <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/362" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Leopard Yachts (Company)">Leopard</a> 28M yacht has an expected delivery date of 2023.

Leopard 28M yacht begins construction this year

Leopard Yachts has announced the first Leopard 28M yacht will begin construction this year following their acquisition by Seven Stars last year.

Leopard 28M: The 28m revival yacht of Leopard Yachts to begin construction

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5681" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Austin Parker Yachts (Company)">Austin Parker Yachts</a> has announced the launch and delivery of its flagship Ibiza 85 series sports yacht. The 27-metre yacht is the first in the series to be sold and is a welcome addition to the fleet of five other models. The Ibiza 85 was first presented unofficially, less than a year ago, but has now been publicly launched and delivered to her owner.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/221603/image/large-0527da97dcfed6322d9d03c9c764f1e7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/221603">This particular Ibiza 85 is powered by two latest generation <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines of 2,000 horsepower each which give her a max speed of 40 knots. Alternatively an owner could opt for three <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines which would provide her with an incredible maximum speed of 48 knots.&nbsp;The Ibiza 85 was built with sporting characteristics and designed in close collaboration with the renowned <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ital Projects - Fulvio de Simoni (Company)">Fulvio De Simoni Yacht De</a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ital Projects - Fulvio de Simoni (Company)">sign Studio</a>. She features a high quality avant-garde design that has been uniquely customised for this build. &nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/221609/image/large-d378225ece78e877de3293ee9cea990b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/221609"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/221610/image/large-459ca7314d11f1a1aab02a41ed16f423.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/221610"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/221608/image/large-fced674f9996ca71bd2c3e30532f25cf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/221608">The Ibiza 85 is able to accommodate up to ten guests across her five custom styled staterooms. Each room has been tastefully decorated to make guests feel as though they are staying in a five star hotel.The Italian-built yacht offers her owner the opportunity to control the flow between the luxurious saloon and cockpit by operating electric controls with hydraulic movement that open and close the separating glass door. The cockpit is equipped with a sundeck, under which there is the hangar that houses the tender and other accessories; it also features a dining area with a central table that seats 10 comfortably.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/221607/image/large-0e7ea7079e8dce40787c6b54d6410479.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/221607">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5681" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Austin Parker Yachts (Company)">Austin Parker</a> yacht features sleek, elegant and sporty exterior lines that define her character and have been adapted for a more mature owner. This is evidenced in the wide walkaround deck with safety rails, hydraulic swim platform to ensure ease of boarding after sea activities, and the fact that the cockpit and interior saloon are all on one level, making all entertaining areas easily accessible.

Austin Parker Yachts Ibiza 85 launched and delivered

Austin Parker Yachts has announced the launch and delivery of their flagship Ibiza 85 series sports yacht.

Austin Parker Yachts launched and delivered flagship Ibiza 85 sports yacht

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4640" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pininfarina (Company)">Pininfarina</a> has announced a strategic collaboration with yacht designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ital Projects - Fulvio de Simoni (Company)">Fulvio De Simoni</a>. The Turin-based design firm, best known for its innovative work in the automotive sector, has a dedicated nautical division that has developed superyacht concepts for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> as well as production models for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1912" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Princess Yachts (Company)">Princess Yachts</a>. By integrating its own multi-disciplinary approach and use of virtual and augmented reality with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ital Projects - Fulvio de Simoni (Company)">De Simoni</a>’s long experience in the yachting industry, the aim is to develop a new style language for superyacht design that covers both exteriors and interiors.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/213258/image/large-029725baa322666f4a4a89d2e0ca5c5d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/213258"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4640" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pininfarina (Company)">Pininfarina</a> has been a symbol of Italian style for over 90 years with offices in Italy, Germany, China and the United States. SuperYacht Times <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/53979" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="At the studio with the perfect proportions of Pininfarina (2021-10-29 15:45:00 +0200)">recently visited Pininfarina's headquarters in Turin, Italy</a>. It has been active in the yachting field since the 1960s, but its first superyacht concept came in 2015 with the 85-metre Ottantacinque concept for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/295" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fincantieri Yachts (Company)">Fincantieri</a>, followed by the 70-metre Aurea concept for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a> and the 30-metre WallyCento Tango. More recently, it created the radical 90-metre Kairos concept for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/193223/image/large-6bc85a3d09df455c3e9500bc15570b12.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/193223">“Our innovative approach is appreciated by prestigious shipyards with whom we have solid and lasting partnerships," says Silvio Pietro Angori, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4640" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pininfarina (Company)">Pininfarina</a>. "The collaboration with the architect <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ital Projects - Fulvio de Simoni (Company)">Fulvio De Simoni</a> and his team will allow us to further broaden our horizons with projects that combine experience and vision, allowing us to work hand-in-hand in the field of mega yachts, which is a highly sought after market cluster today.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ital Projects - Fulvio de Simoni (Company)">Fulvio De Simoni</a> began his career as a yacht designer in the early 1970s. Since then he has worked with top Italian brands <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/584" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pershing S.p.a. (Company)">Pershing</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1080" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Rossinavi (Company)">Rossinavi</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5525" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Antonini Navi (Company)">Antonini Navi</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2504" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wider s.r.l. (Company)">Wider</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2515" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mochi Craft (Company)">Mochi Craft</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/412" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Astondoa S.A. (Astilleros) (Company)">Astondoa</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5681" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Austin Parker Yachts (Company)">Austin Parker</a>, among others. He founded Fulvio De Simoni Yacht Design in 2015 with some of his closest collaborators.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/8400/image/large-cefa033687f88d126ba9b49581bd51d7.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/8400">"For us it is a source of great satisfaction to have entered into a collaboration with a historic brand like <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4640" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pininfarina (Company)">Pininfarina</a>," he says. "We trust that, by sharing all our experience, we can reach even higher levels of style and attention to detail.”

Pininfarina and Fulvio De Simoni team up

Pininfarina has announced a strategic collaboration with yacht designer Fulvio De Simoni.

Pininfarina and Fulvio De Simoni join forces to develop “a new style language for superyacht design”

As part of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5681" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Austin Parker Yachts (Company)">Austin Parker Yachts</a>’ Ibiza line, the shipbuilder has announced the construction of the flagship unit, a 27-metre Ibiza 85. The first unit, that well into the construction process, has been sold and is set to be launched in June.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/187663/image/large-3abd802eb7717828c06f08f3410c89c5.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/187663">The interior and exterior design of the Ibiza 85 is the works of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/585" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ital Projects - Fulvio de Simoni (Company)">Fulvio de Simoni</a>, who has also designed the other models in the Ibiza line. The designer worked in close collaboration with the owner to accommodate personal customisations such as a new five-stateroom layout.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/187662/image/large-43f0b808d9513baca85891968b8ce28c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/187662">The sporty-style yacht also includes several technical features that are unique for a yacht her size. Her saloon can be transformed into a “sedan” using electric controls and hydraulic movement to create a 15-metre long continuous indoor space. Two side windows and a large glass door can close automatically to protect the saloon.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/187661/image/large-a3510568ea53f3a03f17fa23ebc4054f.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/187661">Outside, she features a sundeck with a dining area that can seat 10 people. Underneath she hosts a storage area for a tender and other accessories.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/187660/image/large-407e3d34e8e753d70aa2d5db7f2326a5.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/187660">On her bow side, guests can enjoy a lounge area featuring a U-shaped sofa, convertible tables, sundecks, and chaise lounges.In true sports boat fashion, yacht Ibiza 85 sports twin MAN engines which allow her to cruise between 38 to 40 knots and reach maximum speeds of up to 45 knots.

27m Austin Parker yacht Ibiza 85 underway

The 27m yacht Ibiza 85 is the new flagship of Austin Parker Yachts' Ibiza line. Well into the construction process, her expected launch is in June.

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