STP Shipyard Palma & Marina Port de Mallorca strengthen ties at captains’ meeting
A gathering designed to nurture relationships with captains in a private and welcoming environment
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Refit as an Industry: Italy as a Mediterranean Hub
As highlighted in this article by Alfonso Postorino, a professional with long-standing experience in the yacht industry and in the refit of large yachts, the set of activities involving major maintenance, overhaul, repair, technical upgrades and/or aesthetic–functional refurbishment of an existing yacht is increasingly taking on the characteristics of an autonomous industry, with processes and skills distinct from new-build construction. Within this context, Italy is establishing itself as one of the most structured and competitive hubs in the Mediterranean.
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Cantiere Rossini: a prominent refit landmark on the Adriatic, based in Pesaro
Operational since 2018 in Pesaro, on the northern stretch of the Marche coastline, Cantiere Rossini is a specialised hub for the refit and maintenance — both scheduled and unscheduled — of yachts ranging from 30 to 55 metres. At the helm of the facility is Alfonso Postorino, whom we interviewed.
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Groupe Beneteau Acquires BMS to Enhance Mediterranean Services
Groupe Beneteau has acquired BMS to expand its premium services for Lagoon catamarans in the Mediterranean, enhancing maintenance and customization offerings.
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Lusben to debut at the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival
A double appearance at the autumn boat shows to strengthen its international presence and unveil Lusben's new value proposition
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Seamotion, from Refit to Yacht Management: Interview with Susanna Corsagni
The meeting at the latest edition of the Blue Design Summit in La Spezia with Susanna Corsagni, founder and owner of Seamotion, after a long career at Perini Navi, offered an opportunity to better understand what the role of a buyer’s representative entails today in the world of refit and new builds
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Postorino, Cantiere Rossini: Educating clients for faster, more efficient refits
PressMare met with Alfonso Postorino, Technical Director at Rossini Shipyard in Pesaro, during the latest edition of the Blue Design Summit to get an update on the health status of the Adriatic’s most prominent refit facility.
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Stefano de Vivo: Wosa Yacht Refit aims to grow and looks at new areas
At the recent Blue Design Summit in La Spezia, PressMare met with Stefano de Vivo, Chairman of WOSA Yacht Refit / Surveys, formerly Chief Commercial Officer of Ferretti Group until last October 31. He officially stepped down from the position to “fully dedicate himself to his Family Office, assuming the role of CEO.”
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Archimede Marine chooses Solidworks and Creaform solutions to revolutionise ship refitting
The integration of parametric design and advanced metrology enables the Italian company to tackle complex challenges in the luxury yachting sector
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Vitruvius Yacht Design opens in Viareggio: Design and Innovation Serving Italian Shipbuilding
Vitruvius Yacht Design, founded by architect Philippe Briand—an esteemed figure recognized for design innovation and a steadfast commitment to environmental sustainability in yacht construction—has recently inaugurated a new office in Viareggio, internationally acknowledged as the capital of Italian yacht building
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