Sanlorenzo Shipyard

Shipyard Shipyard

The sea has no roads, the sea is without explanation.

ALESSANDRO BARICCO

The Shipyard

Since 1958, Sanlorenzo Yachts has been at the forefront of luxury yacht building, redefining the art of custom motor yacht craftsmanship.

Renowned for its innovative yacht design and Italian shipbuilding heritage, the shipyard produces only a limited number of bespoke yachts and superyachts each year, ensuring exclusivity and attention to detail.

Every Sanlorenzo yacht is a one-of-a-kind creation, tailored to the individual style, lifestyle, and ambitions of its owner. No two yachts are ever identical, because no two owners are.

The Company

Sanlorenzo’s headquarters are located on the scenic River Magra in Ameglia, in the heart of Liguria, Italy - a region famed for its maritime tradition.

Operating from six shipyard locations across Italy, including La Spezia, Viareggio, Massa, Pisa, and the island of Sardinia, Sanlorenzo combines cutting-edge technology with celebrated Italian craftsmanship.

Each facility plays a crucial role in building Sanlorenzo’s exclusive fleet, ranging from the composite Yacht range (24–40 metres) to the metal Superyacht range (44–73 metres). This seamless integration of tradition and innovation has solidified Sanlorenzo’s position among the top luxury yacht builders in the world.

The Build

Taking both time and passion, creating a Sanlorenzo yacht is a meticulous process that blends precision engineering with artisanal craftsmanship.

With its dedication to excellence, the shipyard delivers just 65 custom yachts annually to discerning owners worldwide. Since its founding, Sanlorenzo has delivered around 1,000 luxury yachts, each one reflecting a unique vision.

Since 2005, the company has experienced exceptional growth, expanding its expertise in custom yacht design and raising the standard for personalised yacht ownership

The commitment to innovation and individuality has earned Sanlorenzo the top spot in Boat International’s Global Order Book as the world’s leading single-brand shipyard for yachts over 24 metres.

Timeless Values

For Sanlorenzo, yacht design is not just about aesthetics - it is about creating a lasting legacy. Every line, material, and detail is crafted to transcend trends, producing luxury yachts that stand the test of time.

Sanlorenzo’s mission is to be the shipyard of choice for uncompromising yachtsmen and women, transforming visionary ideas into masterpieces of maritime engineering.

Through Italian craftsmanship and forward-thinking innovation, each Sanlorenzo yacht is built to endure the untamed power of the sea while embodying the personal narrative of its owner.

The vision is clear: to set the global standard in made-to-measure yachts and superyachts, becoming the benchmark by which all other luxury yachts are measured.

The History

The shipyard’s headquarters are located on the banks of the river Magra, inside the Montemarcello-Magra natural reserve, in Ameglia, in the province of La Spezia, Liguria, Italy.

1958

Sanlorenzo is founded by Gianfranco Cecchi and Giuliano Pecchia in Limite sull’Arno, near Florence, Italy.

1972

Giovanni Jannetti acquires the company and relocates operations to Viareggio, Tuscany.

1985

Under the name Cantieri Navali Sanlorenzo, the shipyard launches the SL57 - its first fibreglass vessel and a turning point in its production.

1995

The revolutionary SL100 is launched, changing the superyacht landscape and ushering the shipyard into a new era.

1999

The company moves its operations to Ameglia, situated within a protected nature reserve in the province of La Spezia, Liguria.

2005

Massimo Perotti acquires the majority shareholding from founder Giovanni Jannetti, renaming the company Sanlorenzo S.p.A.

2007

Sanlorenzo returns to Viareggio, opening a second shipyard dedicated to new model lines. The SD92 and 40 Alloy debut, both winning multiple international design and superyacht awards.

2008

The shipyard launches the SD122, a model that goes on to receive a World Superyacht Award.

2009

Sanlorenzo unveils the SL104, redefining the Ameglia range and winning the Italian Innovation Award from ADI.

2010

Launch of the 46Steel – Sanlorenzo’s first displacement superyacht constructed in steel.

2013

The SL118 is introduced, becoming the flagship of Sanlorenzo’s fibreglass yacht range.

2014

Launch of the SD112, as Sanlorenzo climbs to second place in the global ranking of yacht builders over 24-metres.

2015

A year of innovation with the introduction of two new models: the 460EXP and the SL86.

2016

Sanlorenzo opens its dedicated Superyacht shipyard in La Spezia, expanding production capacity for larger vessels.

2017

Launch of the 52Steel - the new fleet flagship - and the SX88, Sanlorenzo’s first crossover yacht.

2018

Three new models debut: the 500EXP, SX72, and SL102 Asymmetric, showcasing the shipyard’s design versatility.

2019

Sanlorenzo S.p.A. is listed on the Milan Stock Exchange. The 64Steel, a new 64-metre flagship, is launched.

2020

Launch of the SX112 and SL120A. Sanlorenzo becomes the leading single-branded shipyard for yachts over 24-metres.

2021

Sanlorenzo Yachts UK opens in Southampton. The brand unveils the X-Space superyacht.

2022

The Sanlorenzo Alloy wins a World Superyacht Award. Launches include the SP110, SD90, and 57Steel.

2023

Sanlorenzo receives Lloyd’s Register certification for its pioneering Fuel Cell System.

2024

The first superyacht (50Steel) powered by a Green Methanol Fuel Cell system is launched, advancing sustainable yacht design.

2025

Sanlorenzo partners with MAN Engines to develop the first bi-fuel yacht engine. Five new models debut: SL110A, SX120, SD132, 74Steel (the largest to date), and SHE.