SANLORENZO

Earlier this year Simpson Marine became the exclusive Asian dealer for the Sanlorenzo shipyard. Sanlorenzo is a rising star among Italian shipyards known for their made-to-measure design. This strategic agreement addresses the growing demand for Sanlorenzo’s made-to-measure motor yachts in the Asia Pacific region.

We asked Massimo Perotti, Chairman of Sanlorenzo Spa, a few questions to learn more about his yachts and plans for Asia.

SM: What prompted the expansion into Asia? Massimo: Sanlorenzo represents a history and a future in which passion for quality, elegance and exclusivity become a common heritage. Having had 10 years of presence in the Asian market we are pleased to see that our heritage and made-to-measure approach is proving so attractive to customers here. Our partnership with Simpson Marine makes perfect sense – we share common values and vision and I’m excited for our shared growth through the region.

SM: Tell me about your yard, and how it has changed over the years. Massimo: The Sanlorenzo shipyard was founded in 1958 in Viareggio by Giovanni Jannetti, who was always focused on made-to-measure yachts. Giovanni’s brand appealed to me as one of the last, authentic expressions of exclusivity, a separate world that I do not hesitate to call the atelier of Made in Italy yachts.

I bought the yard in 2005, and today, after 10 years of management, success, struggles with an increasingly globalised and difficult market, a lot of innovation and research, manic attention to quality — it is all supported by the end product that you see. Yachts that are beautiful and designed to exactly fit their owner.

We have grown since 2005, but the focus of the yard has not changed. It is still total customisation of each yacht, designed to meet the needs of each individual owner.

SL: 76 • 86 • 96 • 106 • 118 SD: 92 • 112 • 126 Superyachts: 40ALLOY • 460EXP • 46STEEL 52STEEL • 60STEEL

SM: What types of yachts are you producing today? Massimo: In the past decade Sanlorenzo has introduced 11 new models - to offer a range of production yachts from 76’ to 126’ in GRP. We also build a semi-displacement hull range in composite material, the SD line, as well as traditional flying bridge range of planing hull motor yachts, the SL Line.

SM: You have also expanded into superyachts, and that’s a key reason for your expansion into Asia, right? Massimo: Yes, Asian buyers are very interested in our superyachts, and our partnership with Simpson Marine is expected to develop those relationships.

We expanded into metal superyachts in 2007, building custom steel and aluminium superyachts from 40 meters and bigger. Each yacht is designed and produced according to the specific requests, style, and desires of the owner. It’s an exciting bespoke experience that a lot of owners really get involved in.

Massimo Perotti, Chairman of Sanlorenzo Spa and Mike Simpson, Managing Director of Simpson Marine

SM: Where in Italy are these yachts built? And how many do you produce? Massimo: Our Ameglia shipyard is headquartered on the banks of the river Magra in Liguria, Italy. The division dedicated to the production of steel superyachts is based in the Tuscan seaside town of Viareggio, the historic centre of motor yacht manufacturing in Italy. We invested heavily and opened the production site in Viareggio right after buying Sanlorenzo.

Building a Sanlorenzo yacht takes time and passion, and our shipyard can satisfy only about thirty customers a year. There are many more who would like a yacht, but the care we put in building our yachts demands a lower production. Still, in over half a century since we began, our shipyard has manufactured and sold over 600 yachts. And each one, if you see it on the water, is immediately distinguishable from all others, even though they also share many things in how they were designed and built.

SL106

The SL106 matches elegance with balanced spaces and an extraordinary number of innovations, all on Sanlorenzo’s signature planing hull.

This model features a wider than usual superstructure to create more volume, providing accommodation for up to eight guests. Retractable panels on the either side of the superstructure open to maximize the views from the on-deck master cabin’s windows. The huge flybridge has well-defined relaxation, dining and navigation areas.

The propulsion package includes twin 2,434-hp or 2,637hp MTU 16V 2000s, which push the yacht to a top speed of 29 knots. Zero-speed stabilizers and noise-and-vibration attenuation make her comfortable whether underway or moored in your favourite bay. The full navigation and electronics package includes underwater lights and nighttime vision cameras. The yacht’s transom garage accommodates a tender (4.5 meter) and a Jet Ski.

She is the Winner of the Italian Innovation ADI Award in 2011 and also awarded in Quirinale Palace by the past President of Italian Republic Mr. Giorgio Napalitano.

SL LINE

Sanlorenzo’s SL Line features flying bridge motor yachts built in fiberglass ranging between 76 and 118 ft. Their planing hulls will speed you to your favourite anchorage while their timeless contours and exceptional navigational features make them stand out in both appearance and performance whenever you choose to sail. The most recent addition to the line is the 26 meter SL86, with a 23 meter SL76 to be unveiled in 2016.

SL86

The Sanlorenzo SL86 is a new 27 meter fiberglass motor yacht designed by Officinal Italian Design. Its innovative features were unveiled at the 2015 Cannes Yachting Festival and set a new standard for the entire Sanlorenzo range of planning hull yachts.

The SL86 exterior features a living area in the bow with sofas, table, chairs and adjustable sun shades. In the main salon, large windows allow guests to enjoy a sea view while seated, without compromising the classic Sanlorenzo exterior lines. A floating glass staircase to the flying-bridge has been incorporated into the main lounge area.

SD LINE

The SD line was born in 2007 with the launch of the vessel SD92. Sanlorenzo’s intention was to create semi-displacement vessels in composite material, combining charming lines with the possibility to experience sea life without limits, cruising with a considerable self-sufficiency on a tankful.

The SD navettas bring together innovative solutions and classical elements, designed by designer Francesco Paszkowski, who succeeded in producing a highly evocative layout inspired after the transatlantic liners of the Thirties and the Forties, and yet meeting every conceivable requirement in terms of modern design and performances.

The current SD models are SD92, SD112 and SD126 and the shipyard has built more than 30 SD motoryachts so far.

SD126

The SD126 Line allows for exclusive cruises for ten people in total freedom. The flagship of the SD line is a four-decked motor yacht made of composite material with a semi-displacement hull of almost 38 metres. Although she is imposing both in terms of interior spaciousness and overall dimensions, her profile evokes the harmony and elegance typical of Sanlorenzo’s tradition, and her shape recalls the great transatlantic liners of the Thirties.

52STEEL Building on the experience gained with the commercially successful 46Steel, Sanlorenzo developed the 52 metre long superyacht 52Steel that combines the latest styling and technical innovations in a yacht that weighs in just 500 tons. This beautiful luxury yacht, which can accommodate up to 12 guests and cruise at a maximum 17 knots will see its debut in 2016.

SUPERYACHTS LINE

Sanlorenzo entered the metal superyacht market in 2007, quickly establishing a reputation for highly customised aluminium and steel-hulled yachts that range from 40 to 62 meters.

Their 40Alloy, with aluminum hull and superstructure, is capable of 27 knots and equipped with innovative terraces, a feature since adopted by many competing yards.

Their steel yachts began with the 46Steel, a displacement hull, with a 52-meter model to be launched in 2016. Sanlorenzo has also entered the explorer niche with Exp460, a 42 meter yacht that was launched in July 2015 and premiered at the 2015 Monaco Yacht Show.