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These New Retro ‘Gentlemen’ Yachts Blend ’60s-Era American Design With Modern Tech

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The Italian Sea Group is making the leap from custom yacht builds to serial production with the rebirth of the storied Picchiotti brand, announced just six months after its acquisition. The first Picchiotti production boat is due for delivery in the summer of 2024, with a further 15 units said to be in the pipeline.

The Italy-based yacht conglomerate, which recently launched the Admiral Kensho and the Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63 , made big news when it acquired Perini Navi and Picchiotti last December for about $82 million. Perini Navi was the big catch since it’s considered royalty in the sailing yacht world.

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Picchiotti had been the former owner’s motoryacht brand, and although the superyacht designs were elegant and modern—especially for a name dating back to 1575—they built only a handful before the company went into bankruptcy in 2019.

The retro style is reminiscent of 1960s post-war American yacht design, though the stern folds out into a modern beach club.  Courtesy Italian Sea Group

The latest reincarnation of Picchiotti will mark another sea change for the brand. The Italian Sea Group tapped Florence-based designer Luca Dini to retrace Picchiotti’s historical style with a new fleet of serial production yachts, ranging from 78 to 180 feet in length. They have been nicknamed the “Gentleman” yachts, and are inspired by the silhouette of American yachts of the ’60s. The intention is to pair classic lines with new technology and engineering.

“This new line, clearly inspired by the golden age of post-war yachting, immediately conquered me because it recalls historical models such as the Giglio Series or the Mistral Series by Picchiotti,” said Giovanni Costantino, founder and CEO of The Italian Sea Group, in a statement. “I am very proud to give a new voice to a brand that represents the heritage of the entire nautical industry—one of the oldest shipyards in the world.”

Dini added: “It is a project dedicated to those owners who want to stand out but are also well acquainted with tradition and the concept of gentleman yachts.”

The Mistral was another of Picchiotti’s  landmark series in the 1960s.  Courtesy Italian Sea Group

In more recent times, Picchiotti is best known for building the 338-foot motoryacht Al Said , one of the largest yachts in the world at the time of its delivery in 1982. The company went on to build the award-winning 164-foot explorer Exuma and 239-foot Grace E.

The new Picchiotti fleet will be aluminum, with a hull designed for increased efficiency. The builder is also offering the option of hybrid propulsion or fully electric engines. A thoroughly modern beach club and tender that matches the mothership will also be part of the new package.

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Picchiotti reveals first renders of new in-build Gentleman line

Picchiotti , a brand of The Italian Sea Group (TISG), has revealed the first renderings of its new line of Gentleman yachts designed to celebrate the “golden age of yachting”, according to TISG founder and CEO Giovanni Costantino.

Measuring between 24 to 55 metres in length, the line was first introduced in July 2022 and the first hull in the series, a 24-metre, has already completed the welding phase and is on track for delivery in 2024.

The new yacht line has been penned by Luca Dini and his team, with Kurt Lehmann of Yacht Moments providing consultancy. The series is tailored towards “owners who want to stand out, but are also well acquainted with tradition and the concept of gentleman yachts,” according to Dini.

Built in aluminium, the Picchiotti models will have an increased eco focus with an ultra-efficient hull design and the option to include hybrid or full-electric propulsion.

The 24-metre model is the only model in the line that will be available in two slightly modified formats: the traditional "enclosed" stern with unfolding sea terraces and the option of an open aft, which provides a more modern beach club feel.  

The new Gentleman line signals the rebirth of Picchiotti, one of Italy's oldest established shipyards. The relaunch came just six months after TISG acquired Picchiotti and sister company Perini Navi. Costantino has commented: “​​I am very proud to give a new voice to a brand that represents the heritage of the entire nautical industry - one of the oldest shipyards in the world."

Across its four new-build yards, TISG has 17 projects under construction, according to BOATPro .

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The Perini Navi Group purchased the Picchiotti Shipyard in the early nineties. The collaboration consisting of Picchiotti’s best traditional qualities backed by Perini Navi Group’s expertise was reintroduced as a brand in 2007 under which a new series of motor yachts, called Vitruvius.

Founded in 1600 at Limite sull’Arno, Picchiotti is a historic Italian shipyard. Picchiotti later moved to Viareggio where they became part of the backbone of Italian shipbuilding.  They produced all types of vessels from small wooden sailing boats to speedboats to steel battleships for a variety of different Navies.

The shipyard was also at the forefront in the production of leisure motorboats. Famous boats produced by Picchiotti are the 15 mt Esperia built in 1905 and the 36.50 mt Kon Tiki built in 1947. Picchiotti was the first shipyard to built motor cruisers in series. Famous Picchiotti models are the 10 mt Giglio series, the 14.5 mt Giannutri series, and the Gorgona, Giraglia and Mistral series.

On June 16, 2010 the Perini Navi Group formally decided to move all of their motor yacht production to the Picchiotti shipyard in La Spezia (a yard that used to be called Becconcini). Now all of their sailing yacht construction is concentrated at the Perini Navi shipyard in Viareggio, while all of their motor yacht production takes place at the Picchiotti shipyard in La Spezia.

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The Picchiotti shipyard was originally founded in 1600 for the construction of commercial and military vessels. Over the centuries, the yard helped to pioneer the concept of the recreational motor boat and also became known for its luxury yachts.

Acquired by the Perini Navi Group in the early 1990’s, today Picchiotti is the motor yacht division of this notable Italian shipyard that’s perhaps best known for its sailing superyachts. Located in La Spezia, Italy, since 2010, Picchiotti builds custom and semi-custom motor yachts up to 246-foot (75m).

The Perini Navi Group has a reputation for innovation and the yard seeks to continue its pioneering personality seeking out the latest technology, engineering possibilities and design. Perini Navi has been a global leader in the design and construction of luxury sailing and motor yachts for over 35 years. Today, the Perini Navi Group is a crucial part of the Italian yachting industry. The La Spezia shipyard has three 230-foot (70m) hangars and two 164-foot (50m) piers, and is also the site of Perini Navi’s refit and repair department.

History of Picchiotti Yachts

Since the 1600’s Picchiotti has been constructing commercial and military vessels, originally operating out of Limite sull’Arno in Italy.

In addition to these commercial and military vessels, Picchiotti gained a growing reputation as a luxury yacht builder, and helped to pioneer the concept of recreational motor boats.

Picchiotti was acquired by the Perini Navi Group in the early 1990’s, enabling the sailing superyacht brand to offer motor yacht builds. Perini Navi itself was founded in 1983 by Fabio Perini, who pioneered automation and furling systems in large sailing yachts

In 2007, Perini Navi relaunched the Picchiotti shipyard and presented a series of new luxury motor yachts, designed in a collaboration between the naval architect Philippe Briand and Vitruvius Ltd, and marketed under the Picchiotti Vitruvius brand name.

In May 2017, Perini Group founder and CEO Fabio Perini opened the share capital of Perini Navi to a new investor. In came Fenix Srl, the holding company of Italy’s Tabacchi family, and this paved the way for many strategic developments. In order to grow the status of the Perini Navi name and its market share, the group’s two brands were merged into one. The motor yachts which were previously built under the Picchiotti header are now sold, built and operated under the same Perini Navi emblem as their sailing sisters.

Picchiotti has been located in La Spezia, Italy, since 2010.

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The Perini Navi Group specialises in the design and construction of superyachts in aluminium and steel, as well as refit and service work.

Quality lies at the core of the brand’s philosophy. Vessels are built to the highest standards and are known to be extremely seaworthy.

The Picchiotti motor yachts are intended as go-anywhere passagemakers, capable of roaming the world for weeks at a time. Described by the group as ‘rugged and reliable’, they are engineered to perform as long-range explorers in perfect harmony with the marine environment.

One of Picchiotti’s most notable builds came in 2010, in the guise of 164-foot (50m) EXUMA. This yacht was built in aluminum and features a dramatic exterior styling that won her several awards.EXUMA has a top speed of 16 knots and superyacht has a cruising range of 4,500nm at an economical 12-knot cruising speed. EXUMA accommodates up to nine guests along with a complement of nine crew members.

The yard’s flagship remains the 240-foot (73m) GRACE E. This steel-hulled superyacht was delivered in 2014 and was also designed by Philippe Briand. GRACE E has an impressive 7,500nm range and burns 15 percent less fuel than comparable diesel-powered yachts. GRACE E (now named Nautilus) has an interior by Remi Tessier.

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Founded in 1600

Luxury yacht builder Picchiotti, a member of the well-known Perini Navi Group of shipyards, is located in in La Spezia, Italy. Superyacht builder Picchiotti complements luxury sailing yacht builder Perini Navi by constructing custom and semi-custom yachts up to 73 metres in length under the Picchiotti Vitruvius brand name.

The historic Picchiotti shipyard originally was founded in 1600 in Limite sull’Arno, Italy. In addition to building commercial and military vessels, Picchiotti also gained a growing reputation as a luxury yacht builder, and helped to pioneer the concept of the recreational motor boat series. Over the centuries, luxury yacht builder Picchiotti moved its shipyard and also expanded to other locations.

Superyacht builder Perini Navi Group acquired luxury yacht builder Picchiotti in the early 1990s. In 2007, Perini Navi launched a new series of luxury motor yachts designed in collaboration with naval architect Philippe Briand and Vitruvius Ltd. under the Picchiotti brand name. By 2010, Perini Navi Group had moved all of its luxury motor yacht production to the Picchiotti shipyard in La Spezia.

Yachts built by Picchiotti

1575 – 1890 The origins

1575 -1603 The first historical documents mentioning the Picchiotti name were recorded at that time, indicating the family as authorised boat builders in the village of Limite sull’Arno, Florence, dedicated to the construction of river boats.

For centuries, Picchiotti river boats were such famous as any fluvial boat was commonly named Becolino, from Beco, nickname of Domenico, progenitor of the Picchiotti family. In the centuries, Picchiotti has built more than 400 Becolini.

1857 – 1870 The Picchiotti family starts building deep sea sailing ships. In less than 20 years they delivered 21 hulls of ocean sailing vessels.

1888 delivery of the Makatea, 27 meter sailing ship built at Limite sull’Arno.

1886 – 1888 Picchiotti signes the contract for 2 Destroyers of 17 meters, called Lighting Series. These were the very first Torpedo boats ever built in Italy, ever since Picchiotti will be privileged supplier of the Italian Navy.

1900 – 1915  The birth of the leisure yachting in Italy.

1902 construction of 10m speedboat for Senator Orlando. This contract inaugurated a series of gentleman boats ranging from 10 to 15 m, built for the Italian aristocracy.

1905 construction of the Espero, motor boat commissioned by the Count Andrea Fabbricotti from Carrara. The Italian modern leisure yachting industry was born.

1906 Picchiotti attends the World Expo in Milano, edition dedicated to the transports.

1910 Giulio Picchiotti re-organises the production structure in order to build a large number of military contracts.

1915 – 1945 the war production

1915 – 1918 First World War

1917 – 1918 Picchiotti delivers 17 units of the MAS serie (anti-torpedo boats) with 400 HP propulsion.

1930’ Picchiotti signed large orders with the Italian Air Force.  At the same time it develops the new generation of the successful MAS (anti-torpedo boats).

1938 The MAS n.516 built by Picchiotti establishes the new world speed record with a speed of 45 knots carried out for12 hours straight.

1940 the racer Achille Castoldi with 126 km/h establishes a new speed record on the prototype Arno, a 4 m hull of 340 kg built by Picchiotti.

1940 – 1945 Second World War

1942 Under the bombing, Picchiotti carries out the production of the VAS series (anti-torpedo patrol boats) commissioned by the Italian Navy.

1945 German forces completely destroy the yard of Limite sull’Arno, ending a tradition initiated in the XVII century. The Picchiotti family decides to rebuild the company in Viareggio, re-opening the bombed yard by the sea.

1947 – 1970 post World War and the Economic Boom

1947 Construction of the KON TIKI. 36,4 m motor yacht. The hull comes from a military unit, refitted and upgraded to become the first leisure yacht built in Italy after the war.

1954 delivery of MY Aurora, 19,40 m. The naval architecture adopted the hull of the famous MAS 501 Series.

1955 Delivery of MY Liberty S (formerly Aurora), 36,9m. Wood hull and aluminium superstructure with 194 GT.

1955 – 1961 Picchiotti start the series production of leisure motorcruisers. Among the most famous Series the Giglio’s, Giannutri’s, and Giraglia’s. These successful and celebrated series have marked a milestone in the yachting history.

14 Luglio 1962 : first edition of Viareggio – Bastia – Vaireggio, the off shore race that in the years became one of the most famous offshore competition. Picchiotti’s motor yacht attended the very first race, starting a tradition that many years to come tied the yard with winning crews and famous pilots.

1968 Delivery of MY Sunny Dream, 31m wooden hulled motor yacht.

1970 – 1989  The transition from wooden to metal hulls

After 1970 Picchiotti abandoned the wooden construction and started building metal hull. The Picchiotti fleet since then included iconic models. The larger vessel in the fleet is the 103,85 meter Al Said, today named Al Mabrukah, built in the sheds of Nuovi Cantieri Apuania in Marina di Carrara.

1989 – 2021 Perini Navi purchased Picchiotti name and facility

1989 Picchiotti yard, name and archives are purchased by Perini Navi that starts buildings its famous sailing yachts in the shed of the Picchiotti yards.

2007 Perini Navi decides to revamp the Picchiotti brand with a series of Explorer motor yachts designed by Philippe Briand under the Vitruvius name. The Vitruvius series will comprise of three famous units of 50, 55 and 73 meter.

2021 The Renaissance of Picchiotti under The Italian Sea Group Flag

December 2021 The Italian Sea Group completes the acquisition of the Perini Navi brand and assets among which the Picchiotti brand.

2022 This year marks the rebirth of the Picchiotti name under The Italian Sea Group flag that will restart this centenary tradition with a modern fleet of motor yachts inspired to the historical style and values of Picchiotti.