Just three years after Sanlorenzo acquired Equinoxe Yachts, the Sanlorenzo Charter Fleet has established itself as the world’s largest mono-brand charter fleet, growing from an initial 10 yachts to over 60 Sanlorenzo yachts available on the international charter market.
With 40 years of activity, more than 10,000 charter contracts, over 500 yachts sold and an extensive international network, Equinoxe is recognised as one of the leading players in the industry and is a founding member of MYBA. Sanlorenzo announced the acquisition of Equinoxe in December 2022.
Alessandro Ussi, Managing Director and Co-founder of Equinoxe, said: “For over half a century, Sanlorenzo has been creating bespoke yachts that combine exclusivity, comfort and contemporary design, helping to set new quality standards in the high-end yachting sector.
“The integration of Equinoxe’s expertise has made it possible to offer clients a premium, turnkey service, bringing together the excellence of Italian craftsmanship with a way of experiencing the sea in complete harmony with beauty.”
Today, the Sanlorenzo Charter Fleet offers a selection of recently built yachts, most of which were launched within the last three years and are positioned in key cruising areas such as the Mediterranean, the Caribbean and the Pacific.
The Mediterranean remains the most sought-after region among charter clients, with particularly strong demand focused on Italy and the French Riviera.
An analysis of charter contracts highlights a strong preference for Sanlorenzo models from the SD (semi-displacement) and SX (crossover) lines. The SD96 is the most requested model, followed by the SX88 and SD118, “confirming the appeal of yachts that combine generous volumes, long-range capability and outstanding onboard liveability”, Equinoxe stated.
Equinoxe added: “The offering is increasingly appreciated by yacht owners, who recognise that regular charter activity helps maintain optimal efficiency and reliability, while a consistently active crew ensures the highest professional standards. At the same time, charter operations generate growing financial returns, making this model particularly attractive.”
This article was first seen on YACHT STYLE
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