Gruppo Valdettaro

What Gruppo Valdettaro does

Gruppo Valdettaro is a privately held, family-owned Italian nautical services group founded in 1992 by the Vanelo family, controlled through Cantiere Valdettaro S.r.l. and operating six wholly-owned subsidiaries along the Tyrrhenian Sea. The core business is shipyard services — ordinary and extraordinary maintenance, vintage boat restoration, and high-level refitting — delivered through three shipyards: Valdettaro Le Grazie (vintage restoration, traditions dating to 1917), Valdettaro La Spezia / Canaletti (sailing, motor and wooden boats up to 25 meters, acquired 2010), and Valdettaro Olbia / Cala Saccaia (mega-yacht refit and storage for vessels up to 100 meters, opened 2022 with a €10M+ investment). The group operates 27,200 sqm of covered storage and 71,000+ sqm of yard space, with the Cala Saccaia facility explicitly positioned as a Mediterranean mega-yacht hub.

The technology base combines traditional Italian shipwright craftsmanship (woodworking, sailing mast construction, hull restoration) with modern refit capabilities (interior carpentry, plumbing, electrical and electronic systems, nautical upholstery, sails and rigging) and selected technology partnerships, notably +NANO for nanotechnology surface coatings. The group also runs Marina del Fezzano, a 270-berth tourist marina billed as the first floating green port in Italy, and About Italy Holiday, which manages vacation accommodation and tourist experiences in Portovenere and Fezzano. Real 3 is a real estate entity that holds the group's main corporate assets.

The business model is service-based and quote-driven, with no publicly disclosed pricing tiers. Revenue is generated across three streams: shipyard services (maintenance, restoration, refitting), marina services (mooring up to 100 meters, berth leases), and tourism/hospitality (holiday apartments, boat rentals, excursions). Customers include individual yacht owners, mega-yacht owners, vintage boat owners, marina guests, and OEM brands such as Solaris. The group reaches customers through direct field sales at its shipyard and marina locations, supported by industry event participation (SEAQUIP, Vele d'Epoca dell'Alto Tirreno — Trofeo Valdettaro), trade association involvement (Confindustria La Spezia), and a small digital presence (corporate website, Instagram, Facebook). The headcount range of 11-50 employees is notably thin relative to the asset base and is a likely indicator that the group operates with a lean core staff supplemented by specialist contractors.

Name

Gruppo Valdettaro

Legal name

Cantiere Valdettaro S.r.l.

Website

https://valdettarogroup.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Gruppo Valdettaro is a family-owned Italian nautical group operating three shipyards, a 270-berth marina, and tourism services along the Tyrrhenian Sea, delivering maintenance, vintage restoration, and refitting for vessels up to 100 meters including mega yachts.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Shipyard and Marina Services

NAICS

Ship Building and Repairing (336611), Boat Building (336612)

SIC

Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730)

akta.pro primary industry

Luxury Yacht Refit, Rebuild & Lifecycle Upgrades (MRO) (IMAJAMAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Yacht & Recreational Boat Service & Refit (TLAKAKAD), Launch & Retrieval Infrastructure (Slipways, Cradles, Travel Lifts, Launching Systems) (IMAJALAE), Heavy Lifting & Material Handling Infrastructure (Goliath Cranes, Jib Cranes, Hoists) (IMAJALAD)

Keywords

• Shipyard services
• Yacht refitting
• Vessel maintenance
• Marina hospitality
• Mega yacht storage

Headquarters

HQ city

Le Grazie

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Shipyard Services: Maintenance, restoration, and refitting services for boats ranging from small wooden gozzi to mega yachts up to 100 meters. Services include ordinary and extraordinary maintenance, vintage restoration, and complete refit packages.
2. Marina Services: Port hospitality services including mooring (up to 100 meters), with the first floating green port in Italy at Marina del Fezzano, providing 270 berths.
3. Tourism and Accommodation: Holiday apartments in coastal villages of Fezzano and Portovenere, boat rentals, water sports experiences, e-bike tours and trekking excursions.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Gruppo Valdettaro operates a network of three shipyards along the Tyrrhenian Sea (Le Grazie, La Spezia, and Olbia) providing maintenance, restoration, and refitting services for vessels ranging from small wooden gozzi to mega yachts up to 100 meters. The group also operates Marina del Fezzano, Italy's first floating green port with 270 berths, and About Italy Holiday for tourism and accommodation services. The shipyards combine traditional Italian master shipwright craftsmanship dating to 1917 with modern facilities spanning 27,200 sqm of covered storage and 71,000 sqm of outdoor yard space.

Product overview

Gruppo Valdettaro is a nautical hub operating across the Tyrrhenian Sea from Liguria to Sardinia, comprising 6 companies offering shipyard services, marina operations, and hospitality. The group operates three shipyards: Valdettaro Le Grazie (vintage restoration since 1917), Valdettaro La Spezia (motor boat refitting), and Valdettaro Olbia/Cala Saccaia (maxi yacht refit up to 100m). The hospitality division includes Marina del Fezzano (first floating green port in Italy with 270 berths) and About Italy Holiday (experiential tourism accommodations). Service offerings span maintenance, restoration, refitting, mooring, and tourist experiences, supported by 27,200 sqm of covered storage and 71,000 sqm of outdoor yard space.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Valdettaro Le Grazie: Shipyard specializing in vintage restoration and maintenance of boats from 1917
• Valdettaro La Spezia
• Valdettaro Olbia
• Marina del Fezzano
• About Italy Holiday
• Real 3

Products and services

• Valdettaro Le Grazie Historic shipyard specializing in vintage restoration and maintenance of boats from wooden gozzi to yachts, operating since 1917 with master shipwright traditions. Targeted at yacht owners and vintage boat enthusiasts.
• Valdettaro La Spezia (Canaletti) Shipyard dedicated to maintenance of sailing, motor, and wooden boats up to 25 meters, with specialization in motor boat refitting. Acquired by the group to diversify the shipbuilding offering.
• Valdettaro Olbia (Cala Saccaia) State-of-the-art shipyard in the Gulf of Olbia, Sardinia, opened in 2022 with a 10+ million euro investment. Handles refit and storage of maxi yachts up to 100 meters, representing the future of shipbuilding in the Mediterranean.
• Marina del Fezzano Italy's first floating green port, located in the Gulf of Poets between Liguria and Tuscany, with 270 berths for boats up to 100 meters. Includes a restaurant and dedicated services for marina guests.
• About Italy Holiday Experiential tourism service managing holiday apartments and rooms in the coastal villages of Portovenere and Fezzano. Provides accommodation for guests of the marina and shipyards.
• Vessel Maintenance Services
• Vintage Boat Restoration Renowned worldwide restoration of vintage and historic boats leveraging the long history and tradition of master shipwrights dating to 1917. Uses traditional Italian shipwright techniques.
• Yacht Refitting
• Mooring Services Tourist marina with top-quality services and quay facilities for boats up to 100 meters, located near the Valdettaro shipyards. Part of Marina del Fezzano operations.
• Tourist Experiences Boat rental, water sports, e-bike tours, and trekking experiences to enjoy the coastal wonders of the Tyrrhenian Sea, complementing the hospitality offerings.

Quantifiable outcome

• Marina del Fezzano - first floating green port in Italy
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• SEAQUIPminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 30 October 2025Valdettaro Le Grazie is an official supporter of SEAQUIP 2026, the Nautical Components and Accessories trade show taking place March 4-6, 2026, at Fiera Milano Rho. Premier B2B event for shipyards, architects, and designers in the nautical industry.
• SolariscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 October 2025Partnership where Solaris will offer customers top-notch refitting services using Valdettaro Group's state-of-the-art facilities in Portovenere, La Spezia, and Olbia. Valdettaro provides unique artisanal skills in woodworking and sailing mast construction dating back to 1917.
• Rama MarinecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 October 2025Partnership with Rama Marine, specialized in distribution of inboard and outboard marine engines including John Deere Marine Power, Lombardini Marine by Kohler, and Hidra Outboards. Collaboration aimed at providing comprehensive engine services to Valdettaro Group customers.
• Confindustria La SpeziacoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 September 2025Valdettaro Group is a 2025 partner of Confindustria La Spezia, representing the company as an industry leader in nautical maintenance and restoration. Known worldwide for high quality workmanship and services with master shipwrights since 1917.
• Tecnoseal GroupminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 May 2025Sponsor of the Trofeo Valdettaro sailing regatta, participating in the Vele d'Epoca dell'Alto Tirreno 2025 event. Tecnoseal Group specializes in protecting nautical equipment.
• Gruppo BoerominorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 May 2025Sponsor of the Trofeo Valdettaro - Vele d'Epoca 2025 sailing event. Gruppo Boero is a historical Ligurian company in the paints and coatings sector.
• Boero YachtCoatingscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 February 2025Strategic and ongoing partnership with Boero YachtCoatings, the brand of Gruppo Boero dedicated to painting and maintenance of yachts and superyachts. Both companies share commitment to environmental protection through innovative production processes. The partnership serves all Valdettaro shipyards with high-quality coating solutions and technical expertise.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• ISA Yachts: Ancona-based builder of superyachts up to 100m with refit capabilities. Comparable to Valdettaro Olbia's mega-yacht positioning at the very top of vessel size.
• CRN (Fincantieri): Ancona-based superyacht builder owned by Fincantieri, building fully-custom yachts and providing refit services for vessels in the 50–100m range. Comparable to Valdettaro's Olbia mega-yacht refit offering at the upper end of vessel size.
• Baglietto: Historic Italian shipyard (founded 1854) in La Spezia building and refitting superyachts and military vessels. Direct geographic and segment overlap with Valdettaro La Spezia and Le Grazie.
• Overmarine Group (Mangusta): Italian builder of Mangusta maxi open yachts based in Viareggio with refit and after-sales services. Comparable mid-Tyrrhenian competitor offering maintenance, refit, and berthing-related services to luxury motor yacht owners.
• Sanlorenzo: Italian superyacht builder and refitter with shipyards along the Tyrrhenian coast (Ameglia, La Spezia, Massa). Directly comparable as a high-end yacht builder offering both new construction and refit services to mega-yacht owners in the same Ligurian/Tyrrhenian geography.
• Persico Marine: Ligurian shipyard in Noli providing refit, technical support, and racing yacht services; listed as a Valdettaro partner. Direct competitor in Tyrrhenian refit services with similar mid-size vessel capabilities.
• Marina di Porto Cervo / Smeralda Marina: Sardinia-based mega-yacht marina and shipyard complex in Costa Smeralda. Most direct competitor to Valdettaro's combined Olbia shipyard + Marina del Fezzano offering in the Sardinian mega-yacht circuit.
• Rizzardi Yachts: Italian builder of luxury motor yachts up to ~38m, with service/refit operations in Italy. Smaller-scale peer in the yacht MRO space, also listed as a Valdettaro partner.

Broad incumbents

• Camper & Nicholsons Marinas: International marina operator and yacht management company with Mediterranean presence. Comparable as a marina/yacht-services platform, though operating at broader scale and without Valdettaro's vintage restoration heritage.
• Azimut Yachts: Largest Italian luxury yacht builder with manufacturing and service network across Italy. A broader incumbent that also relies on refit/service partners (Valdettaro is shown as a partner) and competes for the same end-customer wallet.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ValdettaroGroup
• Instagraminstagram.com/valdettarogroup

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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