Forwardyachts

Forwardyachts is an Italian brokerage firm specializing in the sale of pre-owned yachts and new Italian-built superyachts. Based in Porto Mirabello, La Spezia, the company operates through an international network to serve clients across the global market.

The company was founded by Gianni Ricciardi, a licensed broker with over 15 years of experience in the industry, and is managed alongside business partner Jacopo Montella, who brings a technical background with a master’s degree in yacht design and engineering.

The studio is designed to provide comprehensive assistance throughout the entire lifecycle of a boat purchase or sale. By maintaining direct relationships with builders, designers, and shipyards, the team offers expertise in market analysis, price negotiation, and the management of sales contracts. Their services cover every stage of the transaction, including organizing sea trials, coordinating surveys, and overseeing the final closing and delivery process.

In addition to brokerage, Forwardyachts manages refitting projects and annual maintenance schedules for yachts and superyachts. The company also operates a selective charter service, focusing on high-quality boats within their exclusive network. As a member of ISYBA (Italian Ship & Yacht Broker Association), the firm adheres to professional standards of transparency and reliability in all administrative and technical dealings.

The integration of engineering knowledge with brokerage experience allows the firm to foresee potential technical issues and manage complex refits, ensuring a smooth experience for owners. This multifaceted approach, combined with updated data from leading Italian yards, establishes Forwardyachts as a specialist in the Mediterranean yachting sector.