Tommaso Chiabra and Royal Yacht International celebrate the acquisition of the Picchiotti GENTLEMAN 24M, reinforcing their commitment to reviving an iconic Italian yachting legacy.
At The Italian Sea Group shipyard in La Spezia, Royal Yacht International proudly celebrated the christening and delivery of the Picchiotti Gentleman 24M. The occasion marked not only the launch of a remarkable new yacht, but also Royal Yacht International’s acquisition of the vessel as a strong expression of confidence in the future of the Picchiotti brand and the iconic Gentleman line.
The traditional christening ceremony brought together guests, partners and representatives of the shipyard to celebrate a yacht that embodies the elegance of classic Italian yachting while embracing the expectations of modern luxury cruising. For Royal Yacht International and its Chairman, Tommaso Chiabra, the acquisition represents a strategic commitment to supporting one of Italy’s most historic yacht brands and showcasing the Gentleman concept to a global audience through the company’s charter and sales platform.
For more than 450 years, Picchiotti has moved through Italian maritime history with rare continuity. From river navigation and working craft to military ships and contemporary yachts, the brand has always interpreted the Zeitgeist, the spirit and sensibility of each era, translating technical expertise, craftsmanship and cultural awareness into forms of navigation shaped by their time.
Today, acquired and carried forward by The Italian Sea Group, Picchiotti continues this journey as a standard-bearer of Made in Italy: a historic name renewed with confidence, measure and distinction, bringing its heritage into the present through a contemporary vision of yachting.
Designed by Luca Dini Design & Architecture, one of the most distinguished names in contemporary yacht design, in collaboration with Picchiotti Centro Stile, the Picchiotti Gentleman 24M gives new form to the codes of classic Italian yachting. Through this project, Luca Dini has reinterpreted elegance with restraint and clarity, shaping a renewed vintage sensibility that feels cultivated, tactile and deeply contemporary. Mahogany details, balanced proportions and a residential approach to life on board recall the grace of another age, while her layout, beach club and open-air areas respond with precision to the expectations of today’s charter clientele.
Her fascination lies in this cultivated balance between memory and modernity. The Picchiotti Gentleman 24M evokes the golden age of refined Mediterranean and transatlantic yachting: Kennedy-era summers, sunlit days in the Hamptons and the Italian idea of the panfilo, a noble pleasure yacht conceived for private life at sea. Compact yet remarkably complete, she carries the character of a floating villa: intimate in scale, generous in atmosphere and able to approach the most desirable harbours with grace and discretion.
This sense of intimacy is central to her charter appeal. The Picchiotti Gentleman 24M offers the distinction of a historic Italian yacht brand within an agile format, conceived for Mediterranean cruising and for clients seeking privacy, charm and a clear sense of place. Her proportions allow for a highly personal onboard experience, with a contained crew profile that enhances discretion and gives every charter the feeling of a private residence on the water.
“Today is not only the christening of a beautiful yacht, but also a celebration of Royal Yacht International’s belief in the Picchiotti brand and the future of the Gentleman line. We are proud to acquire this exceptional asset and to contribute to the revival of one of the most historic names in Italian shipbuilding. Through our charter program, clients from around the world will have the opportunity to experience a yacht that perfectly combines timeless elegance, authentic Italian craftsmanship and modern comfort. The Gentleman 24M is a symbol of everything we admire about yachting, and we are honoured to welcome her into the Royal Yacht International fleet.”
Tommaso Chiabra
Chairman, Royal Yacht International
