History of the company
Italia Yachts shipyard was established in 2011. Its founders are Franco Corazza, Marco Schiavuta and Francesco Pisciotta. - great enthusiasts and sailing professionals who have participated in campaigns for America's Cup, Admiral's Cup, world and European championships.
Since the introduction of the first model Italia Yachts - it was Italia 10.98 - the shipyard's main motto has been to build beautiful and comfortable yachts that are fast in all weather conditions.
Despite the economic crisis, the yachts of the newborn shipyard were rapidly gaining popularity and in 2013 her second model Italia 13.98 won the title of European Yacht of «The Year. Since then, three more Italia Yachts models have been listed as finalists for this award, and in 2015 the same IY 13.98 was named the best model in the U.S. market.
Italia Yachts originally built yachts at the Baruffaldi shipyard, but demand was rapidly increasing and in 2016 Italia Yachts opened its production site in San Giorgio di Nogaro (Udine province). However, quite soon the new production facility was closed without proving its efficiency. The company returned to the outsourcing scheme, using the capacities of Baruffaldi and other contractors.
In 2018 Italia Yachts opened a special division at Squadra Corse to help clients customize their yachts for racing.
Status
Italia Yachts is active.
Production
Italia Yachts is headquartered in Chioja, near Venice. The company also has offices in Fiumicino (Rome) and Varazza (Savona). Own production is not available. On external sites Italia Yachts produces 20-22 yachts per year. The company has representative offices in the USA, Australia, about half of all built yachts are for export.
Model range
Italia Yachts produces cruise and motor yachts.cruise racing sailing yachts in glass composite hulls from 34 to 55 feet. The shipyard works with architects Cossutti Yacht Design, Olivari Engineering and Matteo Polli.
Features
Italia Yachts is a very fast boat which is perfect for racing but has all the attributes of a cruising yacht. Particular attention is paid to the reliability of hulls, optimal speed performance and a balanced sailing plan. Italia Yachts are the prizewinners and winners of major ORC regattas. Sturdy and lightweight materials are used in the interiors, while the aesthetics are preserved to the maximum, reminiscent of the Italian yacht design tradition.
