De Antonio Yatchs opens new times for sport sailing

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New times for sea sports in Spain between possible storms. shipyard De Antonio Yachts celebrates 10 years of existence and an example of this industrial renovation and ride the wave of healing from recent years. After the crisis in the sector in 2008, a real tsunami that resulted in thousands of boats being moored, second-hand boats sunk and projects interrupted, re-commissioning became difficult and was postponed to 2013 before reaching peer levels. the beginning of 2000. However, De Antonio Yachts first Spanish brand in turnover both on boats delivered in Spain and for export. The firm expects to close 2022 with a revenue of around 25 million euros, compared to 15 million in 2021. The firm reinforces its industrial commitment in Poland with two 5,000 square meters of production buildings and 240 workers.

Despite this growth, De Antonio Yachts’ bet slips in complex moments. They registered in the first semester of this year. 3,552 pleasure boats In Spain, it represents a 15% decrease compared to 4,190 recorded in the same period of 2021. For Carlos Sanlorenzo, general secretary of the Anen sector employers association, the October Barcelona Boat Show should be a leverage to help stimulate business activity and close 2022, a year that has been significantly impacted by the economic crisis. market uncertainty, inflation leakage and supply crisis this continues to affect the delivery of ships. The celebration of the America’s Sailing Cup, which will take place in 2024, should be the engine of the recovery of Spanish shipyards and the exceptional showcase around the world.

De Antonio Yachts is a new shipyard for the seated sailor who has fled overseas for the past two decades and has been cut off from the industry. It manufactures the D36 Open model from Almería. It has an agreement with the Almeria shipyard Lema Boats. Models D28, D42 and D50 are assembled in Poland. The new D28 Formentor E-Hybrid, developed in collaboration with the automobile company Cupra, draws attention. New times, new styles, new allies.

Marc de Antonio and Stan Chmielewski are the founders of the company. simple but avant-garde lines (flat or reverse springs are in fashion). They are boats for boat owners who love design and limited voyages, far from sea camp and devoted to charm. In 10 years, they already have eight models on the market, produced in plants distributed between production centers in Spain and Poland, with a total of more than 10,000 square meters of plants. It has offices in Marina Vela, Barcelona.

The company closed 2021 with 65 deliveries, representing a 45% growth in billing from the previous year. 75 units sold, 85 units approved for 2023 and 50% of production reserved for 2024. 60% of sales are for export. And this is a vital foreign market at a time when Europe is mired in uncertainty. Among the short-term goals keep evolving into a series of boats sustainableReducing environmental impact through the use of recycled materials and the implementation of the new hybrid system across the entire product range, in addition to the rollout of the first all-electric models in 2024.

Model D36 Open from De Antonio Yachts shipyard at a promotional event.

The shipyard completes its new model, the D50 Coupé, which will be unveiled at the Cannes Yachting Festival (early September) this September. The shipyard has high hopes for the D36 Open, an evolution of the D34, with a walkable ‘walking’ deck around the wheelhouse. Custom version configuration is possible to suit the owner. 60 pieces are produced for this model. They are not boats for all onlookers, but they are certainly objects of desire for the majority of enthusiasts who can get them. With Prices starting from 130.000 Euro (D28 Tender), the pleasure craft shaped by De Antonio Yachts, was able to interpret the needs of a market where smaller boats often do not pass the test of profitability. The key is to present arguments for renovating the boat and design is essential.

The firm Cupra is an ally in this reinterpretation of the upcoming sailing. De Antonio Yachts-Cupra D28 Formentor e-Hybrid combines an internal combustion engine with two electric motors. Using concealed outboards is also a good strategy for reducing costs, including maintenance costs.

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