When I wrote about Bertram Yachts in September 2014, I had no idea that they will change hands again. Their official site doesn't give a clue about who exactly is the owner at the moment, except this: 2015 Bertram was acquired by a 54' Bertram owner and he has given a mandate that the brand be returned to its American Roots. But if you are not taking them too serious, you will find the next announcement made on April 9, 2015: "The Gavio Group has officially acquired US sportfish yacht … [Read more...]
Custom Line Navetta 37
I have generated this post because this is a new product, a new project, of one of the most versatile members of Ferretti Group, Custom Line. It will be launched on the market next February, 2016, at Miami Boat Show. I hope to present soon, the whole Custom Line. This model will be the true incarnation of the Navetta series philosophy, slow motion, that represents the ultimate way of enjoying the sea and technological and design solutions that will set a new standard in the … [Read more...]
Bertram Yachts
Important Note! This article has been updated in June, 2015. As from April 2015, Bertram Yachts are no longer part of Ferretti Group (owned by the Chinese Weichai Group from 2012) because they have been acquired by The Gavio Group, owners of Italian superyacht builder Baglietto. The Updated Article In 2011, Bertram Yachts celebrated their 50th anniversary. They build sporty, powerful fishing boats. They are now members of The Gavio Group, as I have already mentioned in the above … [Read more...]
Mochi Craft of Ferretti Group
Mochi Craft, is the Ferretti Group company which combines retro elegance and technology to set trends and innovate. The brand was founded in the 60s by Luciano Mochi Zamperoli, initially operating from the port of Pesaro before transferring to the industrial park in Fano. After producing flybridge models, particularly for the Italian and German markets, in 2001, Mochi Craft was purchased by the Ferretti Group. The new parent company set about relaunching the brand with a new line of yachts, … [Read more...]
Pershing Yachts
Pershing is a representative fiberglass motor yacht brand made in Italy, with an experience of almost 30 years. The models are powerful, stylish and speedy (up to 50 knots). The founders of what will become "Pershing Yachts", are Tilli Antonelli, Fausto Filippetti, and Giuliano Onori. They signed together in 1981, year when also Cantiere Navale dell'Adriatico was founded and their first boat has been launched. In 1985, they met yacht designer Fulvio De Simoni, and so, Pershing was born (the … [Read more...]