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Continental Marine: nautical assistance in a reliable and comprehensive company

For a company to become the very essence of the industry it represents, it takes years of work—building its reputation, consistently proving its reliability, and offering as wide a range of services as possible. This is exactly what has happened with Continental Marine, which today is without a doubt the first name that comes to mind when thinking of yachting professionals in Sardinia—and beyond.To define Continental Marine merely as a shipyard and dealership would be

ICE 70 Cruise – exclusive, sophisticated and damn beautiful

Ice Yachts has “accustomed” us to always look beyond, to never settle for the quality already achieved but to constantly strive for excellence. This time, the shipyard does it again with a stunning new addition that will leave everyone speechless. The new ICE 70 Cruise is not only elegant but has been designed for extreme comfort, aiming to satisfy even the most discerning tastes.Designed to offer an unparalleled cruising experience, the ICE 70 Cruise is

C-Tender 55 S: technical launch for this years’s most interesting boat

Just a few days ago, the highly anticipated technical launch of the C-Tender 55 S took place. This is the first model from the namesake shipyard—specialized in fully custom yacht construction—to be equipped with surface drive propulsion.The boat, we remember, boasts a stellar team: under the supervision of Mauro Corvisieri, the project includes Davide Zerbinati overseeing the construction management, Francesco Rogantin of NAMES handling naval engineering, and Valentino Gabriele who, together with Paolo Tamburini (the

The Sardinia Boat Show is back with over 200 boats on display

Sardinia Boat Show 2025 breaks all recordsSardinia is one of the top yachting destinations in Italy and Europe, so it’s only natural that the region should host a boat show worthy of its reputation and numbers. The Sardinia Boat Show has proven more than up to the task. Launched in 2022 at Marina di Olbia, the event immediately made a splash, featuring 85 stands and over 100 boats on display. The following year, the show

Besenzoni takes center stage at the FuoriSalone with ‘Reflections on the Sea’

Besenzoni reaffirms its leading role in nautical design. For the second year in a row, the Sarnico-based company specializing in yacht components took part in Milan’s FuoriSalone, further strengthening its presence at one of the most prestigious events on the international design scene. For this edition, Besenzoni unveiled the striking art installation Reflections on the Sea, created in collaboration with the architecture and yacht design studio Christian Grande—longtime partners of the company. The piece, displayed

Balance 526: the most beautiful of sailing catamarans is fast and comfortable

Balance 526 is a truly captivating sailing catamaran. Built in South Africa with special attention to safety and performance, it quickly secured a strong place in the “blue water cat” segment, thanks to its distinctive qualities—as proven by the high number of units sold.This alone could explain the reasons for this model's success, yet in a market crowded with horrible catamarans that often resemble floating boxes more than sailboats, I believe the undeniable beauty of

On Test. Pardo GT75: beauty is an essential luxury.

It’s hard not to be fascinated by the beauty of the new Pardo GT75 which, unveiled as a world premiere the Cannes Yachting Festival, has redefined the standards of this market segment in one fell swoop, presenting what, in my humble opinion, is not only the most beautiful motor yacht of the year, but also the one that, thanks to its solutions, naval engineering, and features, allows Cantiere del Pardo to leave behind (by a

ICE 62 TARGA, the Italian Blue water cruiser revolution

Difficult not to be enchanted when admiring the new Ice 62 Targa. This sailboat, admirably built by an Ice Yachts that moves the bar of quality ever higher, redefines in one fell swoop both the "Blue water cruiser" and "Easy sailing" concepts.With the launch of this unit, Ice also shakes up the cards in a market that, unquestionably, sees both Nordic and high-end Italian yards remain more than a step behind in the race towards

RANIERI NEXT 255 LX, the daycruiser with a new style

Ranieri International NEXT 255 LX, the new model presented by the Soverato-based shipyard, confirms the strong desire to improve every year.The NEXT 255 LX incorporates all the main features of the NEXT 275, which we previously wrote about, while reducing the overall length to 7.8 meters. The lines reflect the family style that characterizes Ranieri International, and the NEXT range is an undeniable success thanks to its exceptional qualities, both in terms of usability and

ABSOLUTE NAVETTA 53, refined design and unique style

ABSOLUTE NAVETTA 53: the new layout is even more elegant, with a truly unmistakable styleThe trawler is a cruising yacht characterized by the presence of a displacement hull or, as increasingly common in modern yachts, a semi-planing hull. Its design originates from deep-sea fishing boats, but today, this type of boat has found its proper identity with the Italian shipyard ABSOLUTE. It’s no coincidence that the entire range of the shipyard, from the NAVETTA 48

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Furlers for headsails? UBI MAIOR has the answer

Choosing the best furler for your boat's headsail? In recent years, the idea that dominated since the early '90s — a single furling genoa for all seasons — has been abandoned. Sailors are now differentiating between various headsails such as Code 0, staysails, solent, drifter, and jib.The headsail furler has solved many issues, and today it is increasingly used for rigging both the Code 0 and the gennaker. However, choosing a furler isn’t so simple,

ICE 62 TARGA, the Italian Blue water cruiser revolution

Difficult not to be enchanted when admiring the new Ice 62 Targa. This sailboat, admirably built by an Ice Yachts that moves the bar of quality ever higher, redefines in one fell swoop both the "Blue water cruiser" and "Easy sailing" concepts.With the launch of this unit, Ice also shakes up the cards in a market that, unquestionably, sees both Nordic and high-end Italian yards remain more than a step behind in the race towards

Grand Soleil 72 Long Cruise, all her elegance in the first official photos

These are just the first images of the Grand Soleil 72 Long Cruise, but they are absolutely breath-taking. Released in recent days by Cantiere del Pardo, the first complete photoshoot of the Grand Soleil 72 Long Cruise showcases all its beauty. The shots by Fabio Taccola perfectly capture the bluewater spirit of the new Grand Soleil 72 Long Cruise, the latest model produced by the shipyard that symbolizes Italian boating craftsmanship worldwide. It features naval

Italian boat attacked in Croatia. The incredible video posted by its owner

Italian boat attacked in Croatia. The video.It's not a recent piece of news but we want to tell you about it so that attitudes and events like these don't happen again.It's late July when Enrico and his family - his wife and daughter - land with their sailboat near Silba Island and, a few miles away from the local multi-buoy mooring terminal, drop the anchor determined to spend a night at anchor.https://www.facebook.com/enricocossutta/videos/10212266469033393/Meanwhile, Marko M,  the

Cantiere del Pardo: three world debuts in Cannes

Cantiere del Pardo is preparing for a grand presence at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2024. The historic brand, which has been writing the most important pages of Italian yachting since 1973, is set to delight visitors of the French boat show scheduled from September 12 to 17 this year, with three new models destined to make a mark in both the sailboat and motorboat markets. Specifically, these are the Pardo GT75, the Grand Soleil 52

The evolution of Jeanneau: the new Cap Camarat and Merry Fisher are more comfortable than ever

Boat owners' desires are constantly evolving, and boat manufacturers must keep up with the times by offering new and exciting experiences on the water. Jeanneau is one of the shipyards that never disappoints these expectations—on the contrary, it continuously raises the bar. Its latest boats open up new horizons, promising an advanced and uncompromising navigation experience. The French shipyard unveiled three new models at the latest edition of Boot Düsseldorf: two motorboats from the Cap

New Endurance 72, the elegance of long-range cruising by Pardo Yachts

After its showcase at the America’s Cup in Barcelona, the Romagna-based shipyard unveils new images of the Pardo Endurance 72, its latest 22-meter motor yacht. New Pardo Endurance 72After its highly anticipated launch last summer, the Endurance 72 is finally revealing itself in every detail. Already in the spotlight of the yachting world, this new flagship of the Endurance range by Pardo Yachts took on a prestigious role this summer: serving as a hospitality yacht

Absolute Yachts captivates the audience at the Miami International Boat Show

At the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show 2025, Absolute Yachts showcased four models that embody its vision of luxury yachting: Navetta 53, 56 Fly, Navetta 70, and Navetta 75. Absolute Yachts at MIBS 2025At the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show 2025, held from February 12 to 16, the pursuit of excellence in the luxury yachting sector — which has made Absolute Yachts renowned worldwide — took center stage. The Piacenza-based shipyard showcased four

SOLEMAR : the challenge continues, an explosive novelty is round the corner

Solemar, the Italian shipyard known for its excellence and innovation in the boating sector, is gearing up to amaze boating enthusiasts once again with an extraordinary new maxi-RIB. Yachtingnews is able to unveal you the very first details of this new model, which promises to redefine the standards of performance, elegance, and comfort for anyone seeking top-quality cruising experiences. While the project remains top secret, this article will unveil some key details about the new

Diamond Binta, 58 meters of charm with tailor-made philosophy

Diamond Binta is the latest masterpiece from Tankoa Yachts, the renowned Italian shipyard specializing in the construction of large luxurious yachts. Sold in 2021 and delivered in summer 2024, this 58-meter superyacht perfectly blends elegance and innovation, ensuring it never goes unnoticed. In fact, Diamond Binta was crafted with the same bespoke philosophy as a high-fashion boutique. Every detail—from its sophisticated exterior to its exquisitely refined interiors—reflects tailor-made craftsmanship and an impeccable focus on quality.The

Sacs Tecnorib chooses Italian Yacht Store

Sacs Tecnorib expands its distribution network in Italy thanks to a new agreement with Italian Yacht Store, marking a significant alliance in the Italian boating panorama. This partnership between the Brianza-based shipyard specializing in the construction of RIBs and the prominent player based in Jesolo signifies a joining of forces that will make a difference in the industry. Specifically, the collaboration agreement will see the two brands working together to market the Strider and Pirelli

PIRELLI 42 Special Edition 

Pirelli 42 special edition by Mansory: the high-tech maxi-rib will be presented at the Dubai International Boat Show on 28 February. Sacs TecnoRib, based at Roncello in the Brianza region of Italy, is continuing its mission of transforming inflatable boats into prestigious products hallmarked by quality and safety, performance and style. No longer just megayacht tenders and runaround dayboats, but high-tech craft of exceptional speed and handling that are equally eye-catching and enjoyable when at anchor. Sacs

Cayman 38.0 Executive Black Limited Edition: Ranieri International unveils a new jewel in Miami.

It's hard not to be dazzled by the new Cayman 38.0 Executive Black Limited Edition, where the contrast between the leather and the absolute black (used for tubulars, fiberglass, and metal parts) is truly striking. A chromatic antagonism that, on one hand, gives Ranieri International's Maxi-Rib a "tough" look, while on the other hand, it clearly highlights the quality (and quantity) of the leathers used and the attention to detail in the shipyard's craftsmanship.Measuring just

Sacs Tecnorib in 2023: growth, innovation and success

Sacs Tecnorib has solidified its leading position in the maxirib market by presenting its 2023 financial data during its participation at the Düsseldorf Boat Show. With an average revenue increase of +25% over the last three years, the company achieved the sale of 141 units in 2023, reaching a turnover approaching 60 million euros. These results highlight a consistent and significant growth for Sacs Tecnorib, reaffirming its status among the top players in the industry.

Solemar SE33: the new cabin RIB unveiled in world premiere

It's called Solemar SE33, and it's the latest cabin RIB from the iconic Bergamo-based shipyard. This is news we're fortunate to share with you in a worldwide preview, reaffirming Solemar's determination to become a key player in this market segment. It also marks the introduction of four new models, presented and launched within a year, showcasing a monumental effort. In just a few weeks, the launch of the Solemar SE33 is imminent. Far from being

Naval Tecno Sud at Mets with a revolutionary product

The Mets Trade 2024 is just a few days away, and Naval Tecno Sud, the leading manufacturer of boat stands, can’t wait for the doors to open at the world’s largest marine accessories trade show to unveil its latest creation to the public.It is called “Adjustable heel for the keel,” and it is a as simple yet ingenious, double telescoping adjustable heel. An essential tool, capable of supporting boats even for long periods, in total

Besenzoni: the new Manta Comfort chair is a DAME Award finalist

Besenzoni brings its new Manta Comfort chair at Metstrade Amsterdam 2024, the Europe’s largest event dedicated to the marine industry, scheduled for 19–21 November. Finalist for the prestigious Dame Award, the Manta Comfort chair is eagerly awaited by boating enthusiasts, who can’t wait to discover this new flagship product from Besenzoni—a brand renowned for its ability to combine beautiful design with comfort while cruising. Besenzoni’s presence at Metstrade Amsterdam will be divided across two locations:

Ampermarine’s miniWUWLED underwater lights installed on a Grand Soleil 65

Ampermarine's underwater lighting systems for yachts are becoming increasingly popular on boats worldwide. One of the latest prestigious installations took place on a magnificent Grand Soleil 65. Two wireless miniWUWLED underwater spotlights have been in fact installed on this iconic yacht, enhancing the importance and allure of the yacht. Thanks to the elegant and sophisticated lines of the Grand Soleil 65, the extraordinary brightness of these small but powerful underwater lights is especially noticeable."We are

Quick Group unveils new products for the superyacht market : the Airlock pantograph door and Riviera anchoring system

A pantograph door and an anchoring system are the two new innovations presented by Quick Group for the superyacht market. The Ravenna-based company, which is one of the world's leading manufacturers and suppliers of marine equipment for yachts and superyachts, continues to make great strides in its relentless development process. In 2023 alone, this included the strategic acquisitions of Nemo and Sanguineti. The two new products, unveiled at the Cannes Yachting Festival last September, are

Navaltecnosud adjustable tilt cradles set sights on the U.S.

The excellence of Italian craftsmanship in the boating sector is making its mark overseas, thanks to Navaltecnosud Boat Stand. The Apulian company, specialized in the production of cradles and stands for shipyards, designed to support boats during maintenance or storage, will showcase its products at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, taking place from October 30 to November 3. Among over 100 exhibitors from around the world, the company, founded and led by Roberto Spadavecchia,

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The editorial group was born in 2014, from the entrepreneurial creativity of Luca D’Ambrosio who, awarded for digital innovation in 2011 by the President of the Italian Republic, has developed a digital native system for the international broadcasting of nautical news.

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Yachting News, as for all the other publisher’ titles, is based on quality of informations, an enhanced multimedia approach and a great user experience.

The magazine publishes news related to leisure boats, including sailing yachts, motor yachts, multihull and superyachts. Yachting News is a magazine that, thanks to a fantastic container, collects in a single luxurious dedicated showcase, articles, news and tests of the most interesting boats of the market.

Yachting News offers a unique interactive experience, where every reader is lead through an extraordinary journey made of hypertextual features, animated photos, sound effects and breath-taking videos.

Yachting News MobileYachting News shows the best of the multimedia world in a container that does not need paper to be leafed through but that manages to summarise and enhance the purest and most important values digitally.

From the beginning, the publisher set out to develop an innovative and unique model, developed to broadcast free news worldwide.  A multi-channel, web and social system designed for the yachting and luxury market, i.e. for a sector that certainly wants to communicate globally, reaching an audience of users with high spending power.

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The International Yachting Media group publishes 6 magazines 5 languages and is top ranked globally. With over 900,000 views per week in more than 200 countries, it is probably the most read yachting media in the world.

The audience includes shipowners (around 80%) as well as a significant proportion of captains and crew members who are among the top influencers in the industry. The main audience segment (86%) are men aged between 35 and over 50.

Geographically the publications are very strong in Europe and the Americas with a coverage of respectively 53% and 40%. Over 50% of our digital magazines are accessed through organic search.

“Our media approach is a unique reality in the publishing panorama.” says Luca D’Ambrosio, founder of the publishing group “The innovative and fully digital strategy, together with the internationalisation, are the key to our success around the world”.

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