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Azimut unveils new fleet flagship Grande 44M

Italian boatbuilder Azimut has revealed its new flagship – the Grande 44M. The yacht, which is the new fleet flagship, has a concept and exterior styling by Alberto Mancini and interiors by m²atelier, working with the shipyard for the first time. It was announced during the 2024 Palm Beach International Boat Show, which took place […]

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Raymarine and Azimut celebrate 30-years of partnership

Raymarine and Azimut are celebrating a three decade relationship which both companies say has been successful due to having high product quality and technological innovation as core values. “Over the last decades we have grown well beyond a standard client-supplier relationship,” says Carlo Baj, country manager of Raymarine Italy. “Today, what makes our collaboration remarkable, […]

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New Azimut charter service targets summer holidaymakers

Italian luxury boatbuilder Azimut is expanding its service offerings with the new Charter Club, offering charter experiences aboard the brand’s fleet of yachts, with a team dedicated to supporting owners. Azimut says the Charter Club is part of the development strategy for its service hub. The firm says the philosophy of the Charter Club is […]

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Azimut wins FLIBS Best of Show 2023

Italian shipyard Azimut has been awarded the Best of Show at the 2023 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show (FLIBS), for its Grande 36M superyacht. The Best of Show, organised by FLIBS and Fox Sports, is awarded to the most innovative boats on display at FLIBS. The Grande 36M was chosen as the overall winner from among […]

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Azimut presents four US premieres at FLIBS 2023

Azimut is exhibiting 15 yachts, including four American premieres, at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, which takes place 25-29 October 2023. The Italian shipyard showcases the new Verve 48 outboard, alongside the Magellano 60 crossover and Grande 36M superyacht and the sporty new S7. Verve 48 Verve 48 (pictured above) is the new sport-weekender […]

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Azimut partners with Google to bring AI on board

Azimut has kicked off its 2023-2024 nautical season by revealing details of a new collaboration with Google Cloud and digital media firm Reply, which brings AI capabilities on board its yachts. The new Magellano 60 (pictured above) — which was recently proven suitable for long voyages using vegetable-derived biofuel — has been chosen to bring […]

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Expect world debuts and innovative engines, says Cannes organisers

Cannes Yachting Festival is due to open its gates tomorrow until 17 September. More than 700 boats of all sizes (from five to 50 metres) will be presented, including 130 previews. World and European debuts will be taking place across the site. Aquila‘s 42 Yacht Power Catamaran will make its European debut. It features three […]

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Azimut partners with Bates Wharf Marine

Azimut is to partner with Bates Wharf Marine Sales for UK representation, following a six-year collaboration where the Swanwick-based company acted as a wholesaler (alongside Global Yacht Sales). It says that the UK is a rapidly expanding market and the partnership aims to continue the success already achieved, further growing the brand’s presence in one […]

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Azimut S7 world debut and plans for Magellano 60 uncovered

Italian boatbuilder Azimut introduced the Azimut S7 at boot Düsseldorf 2023 and unveiled plans for its Magellano 60, ahead of the 60’s premiere at Cannes Yachting Festival 2023 in September. Azimut presented the S7, a newcomer to the S Series, at boot Düsseldorf. The Azimut S7 is the result of a collaboration between designer Alberto […]

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Azimut appoints new general manager

Daniele Romiti has joined Azimut as general manager of the Azimut brand, reporting directly to the group’s CEO Marco Valle. Romiti has spent much of his career as an aeronautical engineer. He rose to become COO and CEO of helicopter-design firm AgustaWestland, where he oversaw the company’s integration with Leonardo. Before joining Azimut, Romiti was […]

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Azimut appoints new dealer for Puerto Rico

Italian yacht manufacturer Azimut has appointed Wally Castro Marine as its dealer for the Puerto Rican market. Wally Castro Marine has been among the leading boat retailers in Puerto Rico since it was founded 15 years ago. Azimut says this new strategic partnership is a ‘result of Azimut’s ongoing initiative to provide customers across the […]