Cantieri Capelli

What Cantieri Capelli does

Cantieri Capelli is a privately-held Italian shipbuilder founded in 1974 by Davide Capelli and headquartered in Spinadesco (Cremona), Italy, operating as CANTIERI CAPELLI SRL. The company designs and manufactures rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) under the Tempest brand and traditional fiberglass boats under the Cap Line, Dino Line, Osia Line, and Freedom Line brands, alongside the Stradivari luxury yacht-tender line operated in conjunction with Stradivari Yacht. Its product range spans approximately 70 models from 2.18m tenders to 10m maxi-RIBs, with core construction relying on Neoprene Hypalon Orca tubes (1100–1670 DTEX) and fiberglass hulls, all positioned as 100% Made in Italy.

The company serves three principal customer segments: leisure and recreation boaters (its primary segment), professional and commercial operators (coast guard, rescue, fishing, patrol) through its Work Line and Fishing Line, and the yacht-tender market (superyacht owners) through its Yacht Tender Line and Stradivari models. Notable product co-developments include the Apnea 70 with freediver Umberto Pelizzari and Yacht Tender Line models with Roberto Curtò Design. Distribution is executed through a network of approximately 30 distributors across at least 11 countries in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and North America, supported by a 'Build Your Tempest' online configurator and an active international boat-show presence (Cannes, Genoa, Düsseldorf, Miami, Barcelona, Limassol, Bosphorus, Thailand).

Revenue is generated almost entirely through hardware sales of boats and RIBs via the distributor channel and through the Stradivari luxury line; pricing is not publicly disclosed and customer relationships are mediated by distributors rather than direct contracts. The company has 51–100 employees, no disclosed external investors or parent entity, and no reported funding, M&A, or restructuring activity. In 2025, its Stradivari 52 won the Design Innovation Award at the 65th Genoa Boat Show (Confindustria Nautica and I Saloni Nautici) in the Maxi RIB category.

Name

Cantieri Capelli

Legal name

CANTIERI CAPELLI SRL

Website

https://cantiericapelli.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Cantieri Capelli is a 51-year-old Italian family-run shipbuilder (CANTIERI CAPELLI SRL) based in Spinadesco (Cremona) that designs and manufactures approximately 70 RIB and traditional boat models, distributing through 30 dealers across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and North America to leisure, professional, and superyacht-tender customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Recreational Boat Manufacturing

NAICS

Ship and Boat Building (33661), Boat Building (336612)

SIC

Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730)

akta.pro primary industry

Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) & Inflatable Leisure Craft Manufacturing (IMAJAEAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Yacht Tenders & Auxiliary Leisure Craft Manufacturing (IMAJAEAO), Luxury Yacht Tenders & Support Craft Manufacturing (IMAJAMAK), Day Cruiser, Bowrider & Runabout Manufacturing (IMAJAEAI), Recreational Fishing & Sportfishing Boat Manufacturing (IMAJAEAH), Semi-Custom & Series Production Yacht Manufacturing (IMAJAEAM)

Keywords

• Rigid inflatable boats
• Boat manufacturing
• Recreational boats
• Yacht tenders
• Professional RIBs

Headquarters

HQ city

Cremona

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Boat and RIB Sales: Cantieri Capelli generates revenue through the manufacture and sale of boats and rigid inflatable boats (RIBs). The company sells directly through distributors worldwide and offers customization options through their 'Build Your Tempest' configurator. Products range from small tenders (2.18m) to large RIBs (up to 10m) and luxury yacht tenders under the Stradivari brand.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Cantieri Capelli designs and manufactures small- to medium-sized boats and rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) under multiple product lines (Cap Line, Dino, Osia, Freedom, Stradivari, Luxury, Top, Bow Rider, Yacht Tender, Tender, Easy, Fishing, and Work). The portfolio spans roughly 70 models, ranging from 2.18m tenders to 10m RIBs and luxury superyacht tenders. Products are sold globally through a network of approximately 30 distributors, with customer-specified configurations handled via the "Build Your Tempest" online configurator.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Tempest: Main RIB brand under Cantieri Capelli, spanning multiple lines including Luxury, Top, Easy, Fishing, Work, Tender, Yacht Tender, and Bow Rider.
• Stradivari
• Cap Line
• Dino Line
• Osia Line
• Freedom Line
• Luxury Line
• Top Line
• Easy Line
• Fishing Line
• Work Line
• Tender Line
• Yacht Tender Line
• BR Line
• ALMA

Products and services

• Cap Line (traditional boats) Traditional Italian boat line launched in 1984 featuring 100% Made in Italy craftsmanship and high quality materials. Includes walkaround (WA), open, and sun models targeted at recreational boaters.
• Dino Line (boats)

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Stradivari YachtcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStradivari Yacht is a separate entity that shares the Cantieri Capelli brand and produces luxury yachts. The Stradivari 43 and Stradivari 52 models are showcased on Cantieri Capelli's website and are part of their luxury product offering. Stradivari Yacht operates at stradivariyacht.it
• Umberto PelizzariminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with world champion freediver Umberto Pelizzari in the development of the Apnea 70 model (7 meters), specifically designed for spear fishing and freediving enthusiasts
• Roberto CurtòminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRoberto Curtò Design collaborates on Yacht Tender Line models including Tempest 625 EASY and Tempest 460/410 Yacht Tender, providing design expertise for luxury tender vessels

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Zodiac Nautic: French-founded global leader in RIBs and inflatable boats, with broad leisure and professional model ranges. Most directly comparable peer to Cantieri Capelli's core RIB business across both consumer and professional segments.
• Avon Marine: UK-based specialist in RIBs and inflatable boats serving leisure, military, and professional markets. Direct competitor in RIB construction with similar material choices and customization approach.
• Highfield Boats: Manufacturer of aluminum-hulled RIBs and tenders with global distribution. Closely comparable in product format, segment breadth (leisure to professional), and multi-country dealer model.
• Scanner Marine: Italian luxury RIB and sport boat manufacturer with strong Made-in-Italy positioning. Direct peer in the Italian premium RIB niche, especially for the Stradivari line's luxury tender positioning.
• Zar Formenti: Italian RIB and inflatable boat producer serving both leisure and professional segments. Comparable Italian competitor with overlapping product lines in tenders and mid-size RIBs.
• Novamarine: Italian RIB manufacturer with strong presence in professional, military, and luxury segments. Comparable peer with similar Made-in-Italy positioning and customization capabilities.
• Williams Jet Tenders: UK-based specialist in luxury yacht tenders, a direct competitor to Cantieri Capelli's Yacht Tender Line and Stradivari models. Highly relevant for the superyacht tender growth thesis.
• Pascoe International: UK manufacturer of high-end yacht tenders and limousine tenders. Direct competitor in the premium yacht tender segment, comparable to Cantieri Capelli's Stradivari and Yacht Tender Line offerings.

Broad incumbents

• BRP (Bombard/Sea-Doo): Canadian manufacturer of recreational marine products including Bombard RIBs, with global scale and dealer networks. Comparable as a larger, broader incumbent in the same RIB and small-boat category.

Emerging players

• Ranieri International: Italian boat builder producing RIBs and small powerboats for the European market. Comparable as a fellow Italian SME competitor with overlapping model ranges and similar distribution-led GTM.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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