Cariboni

Cariboni is a specialized engineering and manufacturing company based in Italy, focusing on high-performance hydraulic systems and specialized hardware for sailing yachts. Founded by Giovanni Cariboni, the company operates as a family-run business that manages the entire lifecycle of its products, from initial design and research to on-site installation and testing.

The brand is particularly recognized in the competitive racing and high-end cruising sectors for its ability to deliver custom-engineered solutions that meet specific technical requirements.

The company’s expertise lies in the integration of complex hydraulic systems that manage sail trim, keel movement, and onboard automation. By maintaining a specialized team of designers and technicians, the company ensures that each sailboat equipped with its technology benefits from precise control and weight-optimized components.

• Keel Management Systems: The company is a primary supplier of advanced keel technology, including lifting keels, canting systems, and hybrid canting-lifting mechanisms, which are essential for managing a yacht’s stability and performance.
• Magic Trim & Hydraulic Cylinders: Specialized hydraulic actuators designed for rapid sail trimming. The product line includes standard, mast jack, and vang cylinders, alongside the “Magic Trim” series for internal mainsail and jib control.
• Hydraulic Control & Valves: A full range of manual and electronic control panels, high-pressure pumps, and inline valves that form the infrastructure of the boat’s hydraulic network.
• Furlers and Captive Winches: Manufacturing of structural, jib, and Code Zero furlers, as well as captive winches designed for concealed line handling.
• Specialized Onboard Systems: Custom engineering for unique applications such as “Magic Door” automation, anchor stowing mechanisms, and specialized propulsion system components.

Through continuous research and development, the company has improved the reliability and efficiency of hydraulic power transmission on sailing yachts. Their systems are frequently utilized on record-breaking racing boats and custom-built cruisers where the integration of mechanical power and architectural design is critical.