What Smartgyro does

Smartgyro S.r.l. designs, manufactures and sells a modular family of gyroscopic marine stabilizers (SG20 through SG150) for recreational motor yachts, sport fishing vessels and light commercial boats in the 45–95 ft range. The core technology combines a high-speed spinning flywheel housed in a sealed vacuum sphere with a propylene-glycol liquid cooling system, IMU-based control electronics, and a pressurized closed-loop hydraulic braking system for dynamic torque management. The modular mechanical architecture allows the base frame to be broken into four parts for installation through narrow access hatches and supports full onboard servicing without unit removal, which the company positions as differentiated versus competing gyro stabilizers.

The company was founded in 2014 in La Spezia, Italy and operates as part of YANMAR Group, which provides global distribution leverage through its marine brands (VETUS, Maxwell, Flexofold). Revenue is generated primarily through hardware sales via a network of certified dealers (ComMar in North America, Yacht Master Marine in the UK, SV Servizi in Italy) and direct OEM integration with yacht builders such as Bluegame (Sanlorenzo Group), Cantieri di Baia and Piloda Yachting, complemented by professional installation and service revenue. Recent product launches (SG40 Next Generation, multihull stabilization, battery-powered SG20) and integrations (Raymarine) extend both the addressable vessel range and the channel footprint across 17+ countries.

The operating model is a hybrid of hardware-led B2B (OEM design-ins at Italian and international yards) and B2B2C (dealer-distributed sales to private yacht and sport fishing owners), with quoted pricing, a 3-year/2,000-hour warranty on recreational units, and field service delivered through dealers and a Smartgyro USA office in Maryland. The company is privately held as SMARTGYRO S.R.L. (Italy), with no public listing and no disclosed external funding rounds identified.

Name

Smartgyro

Legal name

SMARTGYRO S.R.L.

Website

https://smartgyro.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Smartgyro designs and manufactures modular gyroscopic stabilizers for recreational and light commercial vessels of 45–95 ft, selling through YANMAR-backed global dealers and OEM partnerships with yacht builders such as Bluegame (Sanlorenzo Group), Cantieri di Baia and Piloda.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marine Stabilization Equipment

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (333998)

SIC

Measuring & Controlling Devices, Nec (3829), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

Integrated Marine Electrical Systems & Switchboards (IMAJAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Electrical Engineering & Power Distribution (Generation, Switchboards, Cabling, Lighting) (IMAJAGAF)

Keywords

• Marine gyro stabilizers
• Boat stabilization systems
• Gyroscopic stabilization equipment
• Vessel roll reduction
• Yacht motion control

Headquarters

HQ city

La Spezia

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Gyro Stabilizer Hardware Sales: Smartgyro designs, manufactures and sells a range of gyroscopic stabilizer units (SG20 through SG150) for boats from 45-95 ft. Products are sold through dealer network and directly to OEM boat builders.
2. Dealer Network Sales: Products distributed through certified dealers and distributors worldwide, with dealers providing installation, service, and support.
3. Professional Services: Service technicians provide installation, maintenance and repair services for stabilizers onboard yachts globally.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Smartgyro designs and manufactures modular gyroscopic stabilizers for recreational and light commercial marine vessels in the 45–95 foot size range. The product range spans six models (SG20, SG40, SG60, SG80, SG120, SG150) covering stabilization power from 20 kW to 150 kW, and is sold to OEMs and via a global dealer network for both new-build and retrofit installations.

Product overview

Smartgyro is a marine gyro stabilizer company offering a unified portfolio of six gyroscopic stabilizer models (SG20, SG40, SG60, SG80, SG120, SG150) designed for boats from 45 to 95 feet. All products share a common modular design philosophy with vacuum-sealed flywheel spheres, liquid cooling systems, and advanced control electronics with IMU sensors. The modular architecture enables onboard maintenance without removal, differentiates from conventional stabilizers, and allows delivery in components for tight access spaces. Each model is sized for specific vessel ranges with corresponding power consumption profiles.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• SG20 Gyroscopic Stabilizer

Quantifiable outcome

• 89% roll reduction achieved on Bluegame BG54 during sea trials
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

AI capability2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered major, regional, core, flagship and minor.

• ComMar SalesmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 4 May 2026Professional sales group with over 150 years of maritime experience, founded in 1969. Operates as manufacturers' representative for Smartgyro in North American market covering Mid-Atlantic, Northeast US, Southeast US and Gulf regions. Smartgyro USA based in Maryland works with ComMar as one sales team.
• Yacht Master MarineregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 15 April 2026Certified dealer based in Plymouth, UK founded by Carl Pook with over 15 years luxury yacht industry experience. Specializes in professional support, installation and service for Smartgyro gyro stabilizers with over 200 installations completed.
• SV ServiziregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 10 June 2025Authorized Italian dealer with over 20 years nautical experience, Master Yanmar dealer for 15 years, with offices in Livorno and Napoli. Provides technical support, installation and specialized service for Smartgyro products.
• YANMARcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partner and investor backing Smartgyro with global distribution support through YANMAR's marine companies including VETUS, Maxwell, and Flexofold. Smartgyro is part of the YANMAR Group.
• Bluegame (Sanlorenzo Group)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnology partnership with Bluegame for stabilization integration on BG54 and BGM75 models. Includes extensive sea trial testing and custom calibration. Achieved 89% roll reduction on BG54. Collaboration began 2023 for multihull stabilization development.
• Cantieri di BaiamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerShipyard partnership for Atlantica 84 yacht integration with SG80 stabilizer. Close collaboration during development including 3D/2D design planning and laminate preparation. Installation achieved quickly and efficiently.
• Piloda YachtingmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerShipyard partnership for Ad Astra 60 lobster boat project with SG20 integration. Piloda operates for over 15 years managing 200+ vessels annually from Torre Annunziati.
• SV ServiziregionalImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerTechnical installation partner for Smartgyro products, handling onboard installation and final commissioning. Long-standing partner of Piloda Yachting.
• Rising Sons Fishing TeamminorOthersSport fishing team sponsorship with Viking 58 equipped with SG80 stabilizer. Team competes in Gulf tournaments including East Pass Challenge, Gulf Cup, and Blue Marlin World Cup.
• Dare County Boat Builders FoundationminorOthersSponsorship of Carolina Boat Builders Fishing Tournament for fifth consecutive year. Event supports local education through scholarships and preserves boat building tradition in Dare County, North Carolina.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Naiad Dynamics: Designs and manufactures marine stabilization systems (fin stabilizers and ride control) for yachts, commercial, and naval vessels. Comparable customer segment and product category overlap with Smartgyro's recreational focus.
• ABT-TRAC: Provides gyroscopic and fin stabilization systems for yachts, with overlap in the recreational vessel stabilization segment. Comparable product positioning and customer base to Smartgyro.
• CMC Marine: Italian-based competitor in marine stabilization (both gyro and fin stabilizers) for yachts and superyachts. Closest geographic competitor to Smartgyro (also Italian) and competes in overlapping European OEM channels.
• Seakeeper: The dominant player in marine gyroscopic stabilizers, serving the same 45-95+ ft recreational and light commercial yacht segment. Directly competes with Smartgyro's SG20-SG150 lineup and is the primary incumbent Smartgyro is displacing.

Others

• VETUS: Sister brand under YANMAR Group providing marine engine systems, bow thrusters, and onboard technology. Shares dealer network with Smartgyro and operates in adjacent marine equipment categories.
• YANMAR Group: Parent company and strategic owner of Smartgyro; also a major marine propulsion and equipment manufacturer (VETUS, Maxwell, Flexofold brands). Provides the distribution infrastructure Smartgyro depends on but does not directly compete in gyroscopic stabilization.
• Sanlorenzo Group: Italian luxury yacht builder and parent of Bluegame, a flagship OEM customer of Smartgyro. Not a stabilizer competitor, but a key end-market indicator and channel partner for premium vessel integration.
• Raymarine (Teledyne FLIR): Dominant marine electronics brand (MFDs, radar, sensors) with which Smartgyro launched a January 2026 integration. Serves the same end-customer helm and benefits from cross-selling alignment, though not a stabilization competitor.

Emerging players

• Humphree: Swedish manufacturer of interceptors, fin stabilizers, and trim control systems for recreational and commercial marine. Adjacent stabilization category with overlapping OEM relationships at European yacht builders.
• Side-Power (Sleipner Motor AS): Provides thrusters and stabilization-related equipment for leisure boats. Comparable vessel size band (45-95 ft) and overlapping dealer/installer network with Smartgyro.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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