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China Awards for Azimut Benetti Group in the “Value Creators” category

November 28, 2011

Azimut Benetti Group has received the China Awards for the “Creatori di Valore” (Creators of Values) category, during the gala dinner and charity, in Milan on November 24. This award rewards the Italian companies for their capability to seize the opportunities of the Chinese market and Chinese similar realities regarding the Italian market.

Azimut 98 Leonardo Superyacht

Azimut 98 Leonardo Superyacht

Since 1984 Azimut yachts have been sold in China through Hong Kong Dealer Simpson Marine, and since 2008 has opened the first company of the Group, Azimut China. Presence of Azimut in China is widespread, with a dealer’s network from north to south: Dalian, Qingdao, Shanghai, Xiamen, Shenzhen and Sanya (Hainan).

The luxury yacht Azimut Grande 105

The luxury yacht Azimut Grande 105

Over the years Azimut has obtained the primacy of the bigger yachts sold in China, as the motor yacht Azimut 98 Leonardo in Dalian, the super yacht Azimut Grande 105, and the luxury yacht Azimut Grande 120SL in Hainan.

In its sixth year, the China Awards are organized by the China Foundation Italy China and MF – Milan Finance under the patronage of the Ministry of Economic Development, Ministry of Environment, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Italian and Italian-Chinese Chamber of Commerce.

Super Yacht Azimut 120 SL

Super Yacht Azimut 120 SL

During The dinner Gala were also present CEO Adriano Galliani of AC Milan, the winner of the Italian Super Cup against Inter played this year in Beijing, the CEO of the Class Group, and CesareRominti Paolo Panerai, President of the Italy- China Foundation.

Azimut-Benetti Group debut 2 flagships and 20 yachts at Cannes International Boat & Yacht Show 2011

September 07, 2011

The Azimut-Benetti Group will make their premier debut of 4 extraordinary new offerings at the Cannes International Boat & Yacht Show, among them two flagships, the Azimut Grande and Atlantis. They will also show 20 boats on the water as well as debut the Yachtique Concierge Club, a 5- star service reserved exclusively for Group customers. The Success of Azimut Grande and Benetti in the megayacht sector have spurred the Group growth and garnered international awards.

Azimut Grande 120SL motor yacht - the largest boat built by Azimut to date

Azimut Grande 120SL motor yacht - the largest boat built by Azimut to date

Azimut-Benetti Group arrives at the first official event of the new boating year with 4 important new offerings, each one representing a specific market segment: the Azimut 40, Azimut 45, Atlantis 58, and the Azimut Grande 120SL.

The four boats are the crown jewels of the large fleet on display at the Cannes International Boat & Yacht Show, with Azimut-Benetti combined exhibiting 20 different models.

Expectations are high for the two flagships with Azimut Grande 120SL by far the largest boat built by Azimut to date and the Atlantis 58, while staying true to its sporty and punchy image, displaying a one of a kind versatility.

The Azimut Grande 120SL motor yacht is the first megayacht in the Azimut Grande series to be really Sport Luxury, truly capable of uniting sportiness with elegance and comfort: the result is clear. The continuity between the inside and outside generates uniquely luminous and refined spaces enjoying the yacht and the sea without limits also thanks to the power of the water jets which can deliver cruising speeds of between 36 and 40 knots.

Atlantis 58 motor yacht, the new flagship of the Azimut-Benetti Group's open yacht range

Atlantis 58 motor yacht, the new flagship of the Azimut-Benetti Group's open yacht range

As the Atlantis 58, the sporty and care for ergonomics typical of the brand have in this new model their highest exaltation, making it the top of its class for dynamism and versatility.

About performance, Atlantis 58 differs from competitors by being able to reach 38 knots and keep the sea very well, thanks to its new hull design. A pioneer through the changes that have radically transformed the international boating market scene in just a few years: today, the Azimut-Benetti group has a hand in everything, taking a leadership role in all the most promising markets in the industry.

On this front, it is important to emphasize how quickly the Group has been able to redefine the scope of its business activities, and in turn, how this has altered the source of the Group’s sales. In pole position today is Brazil, followed by the United States (where the company continues to be the top importer), with the two countries accounting for over 50% total sales. The Group records also a continuous growth in the Middle and Far East markets, with a special focus on China.

The strong focus on internationalisation has generated extremely gratifying results for all Group brands. This has been reflected in the increase in sales of Azimut Yachts in the United States, numerous international awards – including being ranked first place in China by the magazine, China Boating – as well as the firsts related to the brand’s green approach, investing significant resources to adopting technological and construction solutions aimed at reducing environmental impact.

The revamping of the Atlantis series has been happily proceeding over the course of the year with 2 new models, the 58 and the 38; the latter is headed for a preview at the Genoa Boat Show.

Particularly noteworthy are Benetti’s excellent accomplishments, delivering 14 yachts (10 Class and 4 Custom) over the course of the year and receiving orders for over 17 new boats. These numbers are the real proof of the boatyard’s manufacturing and organisational capacity, the high quality of Benetti offerings, and how successful it has been in completely revamping the series.

In this regard, attention should be also drawn to the launch of the new series of custom yachts, the FB 800, a 50 metre fibreglass boat with aluminium superstructure. It represents an innovative combination that unites maximum design flexibility and space customisation with the substantial advantage of keeping the total weight below 500 tons.

Further indications of the excitement circulating around the brand can also be found in the recent opening of a service in the United States. This has been launched to better track the post sales phase in the North American market which is in recovery in terms of the mega yacht sector. In addition, a direct sales and service office is opening in Hong Kong to be work with the Asian markets which have also been very receptive to megayacht sector.

Regarding the development of new models, it should be noted that once again the Group has met its objective to continually renew itself; because of this, it is ready for the autumn season with over 9 new boats.

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2011 Hainan Rendezvous: A 5 Star Success for Azimut Yachts

April 07, 2011

The most important boat show in the Asian world came to an end several hours ago: the 2011 edition of the Hainan Rendez-vous.

In confirmation of its leadership in Asia and, specifically, on the Chinese Market, Azimut Yachts, represented by it five Official Dealers, celebrated the sale of its fifth boat during the Hainan Boat Show – actually, the eighth boat, if one considers the three boats sold in the run-up to the Boat Show.

Azimut Grande 120SL motor yacht sold at the 2011 Hainan Rendez-vous

Azimut Grande 120SL motor yacht sold at the 2011 Hainan Rendez-vous

Garnering much acclaim were the models from the punchy “S” collection, as well as the yachts from the Flybridge collection, which is emblematic of Azimut’s functional design.

Of the five stars, one in particular lit up the skies above Hainan: made official this morning was the sale of an Azimut Grande 120SL, the impressive, manoeuvrable gliding yacht that is the flagship of the Azimut Yachts line and one of the largest boats placed on the dynamic Asian market.

Azimut Grande 120SL Motor Yacht

Azimut Grande 120SL Motor Yacht

Azimut Yachts once again, attending to the Asia with a representative office, confirms its ability to maintain very close contacts with its boat owners and to meet their desires and expectations through the support of its extensive dealer network and attentive client service that is unique in yachting circles.