Mangusta
Mangusta is an Italian family-owned superyacht builder (Overmarine Group) founded in 1985, designing and constructing bespoke motor yachts from 33m to 50m+ across three Tuscan shipyards, serving ultra-high-net-worth individuals worldwide.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1985
- HeadquartersViareggio, Italy
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Mangusta does
Mangusta is the consumer brand of Overmarine Group S.p.A., an Italian custom superyacht builder founded in 1985 by Giuseppe Balducci and still owned by the Balducci family in its third generation. The company designs and builds bespoke motor yachts in the 33m-50m+ range from three specialized Tuscan production facilities — Viareggio, Massa, and Pisa — totaling approximately 210,000 m². Its portfolio spans three product lines: Mangusta Maxi Open (high-performance open sport yachts reaching 44 knots with the 165 REV flagship), Mangusta GranSport (fast-displacement yachts using Volvo Penta IPS or MTU propulsion), and Mangusta Oceano (long-range steel-and-aluminum displacement yachts with ranges up to 4,500 nautical miles). Technical differentiation includes proprietary double asymmetry architecture on the GranSport 38, the MTU NautIQ Bridge integrated bridge system debuting on the Oceano 52, and exclusive design collaborations with Alberto Mancini, Igor Lobanov, and P.L.A.N.A. Design. Over 300 yachts have been delivered since founding, with 110+ exceeding 100 feet, and the company ranks 6th globally in the Global Order Book 2025.
Mangusta firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Mangusta
- Legal name
- OVERMARINE GROUP S.p.A.
- Website
- https://mangustayachts.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1985
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- Mangusta is an Italian family-owned superyacht builder (Overmarine Group) founded in 1985, designing and constructing bespoke motor yachts from 33m to 50m+ across three Tuscan shipyards, serving ultra-high-net-worth individuals worldwide.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Mangusta industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Custom Superyacht Manufacturing
- NAICS
- Boat Building (336612), Ship Building and Repairing (336611)
- SIC
- Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Full-Custom Superyacht & Megayacht Manufacturing (IMAJAMAB)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Superyacht & Megayacht Manufacturing (IMAJAEAD), Luxury Motor Yacht Manufacturing (IMAJAMAD), Luxury Yacht Refit, Rebuild & Lifecycle Upgrades (MRO) (IMAJAMAJ)
Keywords
Where Mangusta is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Viareggio
- HQ country
- Italy
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices6 records
Markets served
Mangusta business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Custom Superyacht Sales: Mangusta generates the majority of its revenue through the construction and sale of bespoke superyachts. Each vessel is built to individual owner specifications with fully customized layouts, interiors, and engineering. Prices run from approximately €15 million to over €50 million depending on model and customization level. The company has delivered over 300 yachts to date.
- Aftermarket Services, Refit & Maintenance: Overmarine Group provides lifecycle services, maintenance packages, and refit solutions through its after-sales division, including 24/7 support. The Rolls-Royce framework agreement (2026–2029) explicitly includes lifecycle services and maintenance for propulsion systems. A brokerage division handles pre-owned Mangusta vessels.
- Brokerage (Pre-owned Vessels): Mangusta operates a brokerage division (email: [email protected]) that handles the resale of pre-owned Mangusta yachts, supporting the brand ecosystem and customer lifecycle.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Bespoke superyacht construction — fully custom, quote-based pricing |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels7 records
Marketing channels7 records
Mangusta product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Mangusta designs, engineers, and builds fully custom luxury superyachts ranging from approximately 33m to over 50m across three product lines: Mangusta Maxi Open (high-performance open sport yachts), Mangusta GranSport (fast-displacement sport utility yachts), and Mangusta Oceano (long-range steel and aluminum displacement yachts). The company operates three production facilities in Tuscany totaling approximately 210,000 m² and also offers brokerage for pre-owned vessels plus after-sales, refit, and lifecycle maintenance services.
Product overview
Mangusta is an Italian superyacht builder founded in 1985 and owned by the Balducci family, producing three distinct product lines: the Mangusta Maxi Open (open sport yachts), Mangusta Gransport (fast-displacement luxury yachts), and Mangusta Oceano (long-range displacement yachts in steel and aluminum). The portfolio spans from 33m to 165m (50m+) models. The Maxi Open line includes the 104 REV, 132E, and 165 REV flagship — the world's largest open yacht reaching 44 knots. The Gransport line covers the GranSport 33, 34, 38, 45, 50, and 54 models, unified by a Sport Utility Yacht concept combining sporty design, large volumes, and fuel efficiency, with propulsion from Volvo Penta IPS and Rolls-Royce MTU engines. The Oceano line offers the 39, 44, 50, and 52 displacement models in steel and aluminum, designed for long-range cruising with ranges up to 4,500 nautical miles. All models feature custom interiors developed through direct dialogue with owners, with ongoing design collaborations from Alberto Mancini and Igor Lobanov. The company operates three production sites in Tuscany totaling approximately 210,000 m² and ranks 6th globally in the Global Order Book 2025.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Mangusta Maxi Open: High-performance open yacht line featuring fast displacement and planing motor yachts, including models such as Mangusta 165 REV, Mangusta 104 REV, Mangusta 132E, and Mangusta 132. Known for sporty design and speeds up to 44 knots.
- Mangusta Gransport
- Mangusta Oceano
Products and services
- Mangusta Maxi Open Product line of high-performance open sport yachts (Maxi Open) featuring fast displacement and planing motor yachts reaching speeds up to 44 knots. Built in composite at Viareggio facilities. Targeted at owners seeking sporty performance and timeless Italian design.
- Mangusta GranSport Product line of fast-displacement luxury yachts (Sport Utility Yacht concept) combining sporty design with long-range cruising capabilities. Models range from 33m to 54m, built in aluminum and composite with Volvo Penta IPS or Rolls-Royce MTU propulsion.
- Mangusta Oceano Product line of long-range displacement yachts built in steel and aluminum at the Pisa facility. Models range from 39m to 52m with up to 4,500 nautical mile range. Features tri-deck layouts, beach clubs, infinity pools, and contemporary styling by Alberto Mancini.
- Mangusta GranSport 50
Quantifiable outcome
- Overmarine Group ranked 6th globally in Global Order Book 2025
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Companies that use Mangusta
Customer profileNamed customers7 records
Segments1 record
Ideal customer profiles1 record
Mangusta technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration1 record
Feature5 records
Mangusta partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Rolls-Royce Power SystemscoreRolls-Royce Power Systems and Overmarine Group signed a four-year framework agreement (2026–2029) covering the supply of 64 MTU 2000 series engines across 30 propulsion systems, including two four-engine installations. The partnership introduces Rolls-Royce's MTU NautIQ Bridge integrated bridge system on Mangusta Oceano 52 series superyachts (three units under construction; first hull spring 2027). Beyond equipment supply, the agreement includes lifecycle services, maintenance packages, and refit solutions implementing Rolls-Royce's 'Bridge to Propeller' strategy.
- Volvo PentacoreVolvo Penta supplies propulsion systems for Mangusta yachts. The GranSport 38 uses four Volvo Penta D13 1000 HP engines paired with two propulsion pods. The GranSport 34 uses Volvo Penta IPS systems. Volvo Penta propulsion provides compact engine rooms (increasing livable space), optimized fuel consumption, reduced noise and vibration, and speeds up to 20–24 knots depending on model.
- Alberto Mancini (Yacht Designer)coreAlberto Mancini is the principal exterior and interior designer for Mangusta's product lines, including GranSport 38, GranSport 50, GranSport 33, GranSport 54, Oceano 39, Oceano 44, and Oceano 50. He collaborates with Overmarine's in-house engineering team to create cohesive naval architecture and distinctive styling across all models.
- P.L.A.N.A. Design / Ing. Ausonio (Naval Architecture)coreIng. Ausonio of P.L.A.N.A. Design provides naval architecture for Mangusta yachts, notably the Oceano 50 (winner of World Superyacht Awards 2022) and GranSport 54. The collaboration between P.L.A.N.A. Design, Overmarine's engineering office, and Alberto Mancini has produced multiple award-winning yachts.
- Lobanov DesigncoreLobanov Design (Igor Lobanov) partnered with Overmarine Group to design the Mangusta 104 REV's exterior lines, redefining the Maxi Open line's sporty silhouette. The Mangusta 104 REV won World Superyacht Awards 2022 in its category. Lobanov's sporty design language combined with Overmarine's engineering produced an elegant, high-performance yacht reaching 35 knots.
- Btwo Marine (Turkey)minorBtwo Marine AS is the official representative for Mangusta in Turkey, managing sales, client relations, and after-sales support for Turkish clients. Located in Bodrum, Mugla.
- Michl Marine (Spain)minorMichl Marine is the official representative for Mangusta in Spain, based at Marina Ibiza. Manages sales and client support for the Spanish market.
- Sea Alliance Group (Greece)minorSea Alliance is the official representative for Mangusta in Greece, based in Athens. Roy Klajman, Co-Founder of Sea Alliance Group, has facilitated multiple GranSport 34 sales and provides operational support for vessels cruising the Mediterranean.
- Stream Yachts (Israel)minorStream Yachts is the official representative for Mangusta in Israel, based at Marina Herzelia. Manages sales and after-sales support for Israeli clients.
- HMY Yachts (USA Brokerage)minorHMY Yachts, led by Ale Navarro, collaborated with Mangusta President Americas Stefano Arlunno to sell a Mangusta Oceano 44 to an American buyer. HMY serves as a brokerage intermediary connecting buyers with Mangusta's new build program.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights4 records
Mangusta competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Pershing: Italian performance motor yacht brand (Ferretti Group) producing planing and semi-displacement sport yachts in the 13m-35m+ range. Closest direct competitor to Mangusta's Maxi Open line on high-speed open-yacht positioning.
- Benetti: Italian custom superyacht builder (part of Azimut-Benetti Group) producing full-custom and semi-custom motor yachts in displacement and planing configurations across overlapping 30m-100m+ length bands. Most direct comparable to Mangusta on geography, customer base, and product portfolio.
- Sunseeker: British luxury motor yacht builder producing planing and semi-displacement yachts in the 13m-40m+ range with strong boat-show presence and global dealer network. Comparable on sporty motor-yacht positioning and overlapping with Mangusta's GranSport and Maxi Open lines.
- ISA (International Shipyard Ancona): Italian superyacht builder producing full-custom and semi-custom motor yachts (sport, displacement, and explorer) typically 30m-65m. Direct comparable on Italian craftsmanship, custom layouts, and overlapping customer base with Mangusta GranSport and Oceano lines.
- Feadship: Dutch fully-custom superyacht builder delivering steel/aluminum displacement motor yachts typically 50m-100m+. Comparable on full-custom model, top-end clientele, and bespoke engineering — overlapping with the upper end of Mangusta's Oceano line.
- Heesen Yachts: Dutch custom superyacht builder producing all-aluminum fast-displacement and planing motor yachts in similar 33m-70m+ range. Direct comparable on engineering-led customization and pursuit of speed/range combinations similar to Mangusta's GranSport line.
- Sanlorenzo: Italian publicly listed superyacht builder with bespoke displacement, planing, and explorer yachts in the 24m-70m+ range. Directly competes with Mangusta on customization model, Italian craftsmanship positioning, and UHNWI clientele.
- CRN: Italian custom megayacht builder (Ferretti Group subsidiary) specializing in fully-custom steel and aluminum displacement and semi-displacement motor yachts up to 90m. Closest competitor in the steel/aluminum Oceano-style displacement segment.
Broad incumbents
- Lürssen: German megayacht builder specializing in fully-custom 60m-150m+ displacement and explorer motor yachts. Competes for the same ultra-high-end clientele at the top of the Oceano range and the 165 REV flagship segment.
- Ferretti Group: Italian luxury yacht group (parent of CRN, Pershing, Riva, Custom Line, Wally) offering motor yachts from 8m-90m+ across multiple sub-brands. Overlaps Mangusta's customer base through Custom Line (displacement/planning) and Pershing (sport yachts) but competes as a multi-brand portfolio rather than a single bespoke builder.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Mangusta social profiles
Digital presenceMangusta compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance3 records
Mangusta financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Mangusta leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles3 records
Mangusta funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Mangusta M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Mangusta
What does Mangusta do?
Mangusta designs, engineers, and builds fully custom luxury superyachts ranging from approximately 33m to over 50m across three product lines: Mangusta Maxi Open (high-performance open sport yachts), Mangusta GranSport (fast-displacement sport utility yachts), and Mangusta Oceano (long-range steel and aluminum displacement yachts). The company operates three production facilities in Tuscany totaling approximately 210,000 m² and also offers brokerage for pre-owned vessels plus after-sales, refit, and lifecycle maintenance services.
Is Mangusta a public or private company?
Mangusta is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Mangusta founded?
Mangusta was founded in 1985. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is Mangusta based?
Mangusta is headquartered in Viareggio, Italy, in the Europe region.
How does Mangusta make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Custom Superyacht Sales are the primary driver. The others are aftermarket Services, Refit & Maintenance and brokerage (Pre-owned Vessels).
Who are Mangusta's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Pershing, Benetti, Sunseeker, ISA (International Shipyard Ancona), Feadship, Heesen Yachts, Sanlorenzo and CRN. Broad incumbents are Lürssen and Ferretti Group.
Does Mangusta have an API?
No public API is recorded for Mangusta.
What industry is Mangusta in?
Mangusta's product category is Custom Superyacht Manufacturing. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAJAMAB, Full-Custom Superyacht & Megayacht Manufacturing, with a secondary code of IMAJAEAD, Superyacht & Megayacht Manufacturing. Its NAICS code is 336612 and its SIC code is 3730.