FERRETTI GROUP TO REVEAL FOUR NEW MODELS AT
2005 MIAMI INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW Riva 52’ Rivale, Apreamare 14.5, 100 Open and 100 Comfort will be introduced for the first time in the U.S.
Fort Lauderdale, Fla.—February 17, 2005 – Ferretti Group, a world leader in the engineering and manufacturing of luxury motor yachts and sport boats, will debut four new models in the U.S., the Riva 52’ Rivale, and the Apreamare 14.5, 100 Open and 100 Comfort during the Miami International Boat Show, February 17 to February 21, 2005.
The introduction of the four new models brings the total number of new models to 18 that have been introduced by Ferretti Group in the USA over the past two years; a clear demonstration of the Ferretti Group’s commitment to the U.S. market.
I am continually amazed and delighted by the ability of our Italian based design, engineering, and manufacturing teams to produce fresh looks, improved performance, and enhanced space utilization,” said Bob Fritsky, chief executive officer of Ferretti Group USA. “This ingenious stream of new products is a perfect match for our very passionate national retailing partner - MarineMax. With 68 offices, MarineMax can provide the service and expertise necessary to provide a complete luxury ownership experience to complement the fabulous new products.”
During the Miami Boat Show, attendees can view, board and tour the new models from Riva and Apreamare. Boat show visitors may also speak directly to product managers and marketing representatives from each brand.FERRETTI GROUP TO REVEAL FOUR NEW MODELS
Riva 52’ Rivale – A very aggressive new design from Riva, the Rivale is sleek, fast and sophisticated. With twin 1100 HP MAN engines she tops out at over 40 knots, with a 37 knot cruise. Riva’s test skipper says “She is easy to manage, and very dry, even in tricky conditions.” With three staterooms, elegant materials, a very large dinghy garage, and brilliant mast, the Rivale is a wonderful combination of practicality, elegance and sophistication.
Apreamare 14.5 – This brand new, yet classic 48’ offshore cruiser from Apreamare is salty, sturdy, and comfortable. Powered by twin 730 HP CAT’s she cruises in the mid twenties and tops out at over 30 knots. She is available with two cabins and heads, and comes standard with a hardtop and fabulous teak and stainless steel swim platform.
Apreamare 100 Open and 100 Comfort – this is a wonderful new hull design of 10 Meters by Umberto Tagliavini which comes in both open and cabin versions. Powered by Yanmar 315 HP engines, the 100’s are fast, comfortable, and dry. Both the new Open and Comfort have the classic mahogany, teak and stainless steel that Apreamare is so well know for.About Ferretti Group USA
Ferretti Group USA is the U.S. distributor and provides U.S. based service and
support for Italian yacht builder, Ferretti Group. Home to nine distinctive brands, Ferretti Yachts, Pershing, Itama, Bertram, Riva, Apreamare, Mochi Craft, Custom Line and CRN, the Ferretti Group owns 17 boatyards –16 in Italy and one in Miami – employing more than 2000 people.
Ferretti Group USA is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
FERRETTI GROUP TO REVEAL FOUR NEW MODELS
About MarineMax
All Ferretti Group vessels built in Italy are marketed and sold in the U.S. and Canada by MarineMax, Inc. the nation’s largest recreational boat retailer. MarineMax currently operates 68 retail locations across the United States.
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