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CRN is a shipbuilder and historical Italian brand, part of the Ferretti Group, specializing in the construction of fully-custom steel and aluminum pleasure vessels between 40 and 100 meters in length. It is one of the largest manufacturing companies in the luxury marine sector in Europe.

Over the years, CRN has established itself as an icon of Italian excellence and the creator of unique masterpieces, which represent the true essence of the shipyard’s core mission: taking the wishes of its increasingly aware and demanding clients and giving them a tangible shape, without any limits or constraints. The shipyard is considered as a synonym of innovative craftsmanship. Just like in a real atelier, where customers come to get a bespoke suit, CRN builds fully-custom yachts taking the same approach as a master tailor. Each customer has their own specific measurements and needs, and no “suit” should ever be the same as another, even if they are made by the same hands. The superyachts built by CRN reflect the vision of their owners, matching their personal taste and style while fulfilling specific desires.

Each yacht is a unique work of art, the result of the enlightened vision of the Owner, and recognizable firstly as the yacht of the Owners and then as a yacht part of the CRN fleet. The concept of ‘bespoke mega yachts’ takes on a new meaning, opening up to an Owner that dreams, designs, and imagines, as is the case in any truly creative process. CRN grants this expressive freedom, turning Owners from mere ‘possessors’ into real authors. The CRN shipyard’s design expertise blends with the Client’s talent and vision, to create a unique style, capable of reflecting the Owner’s personality to the fullest.

Innovation is an essential feature of CRN: it is, in fact, the trademark of the shipyard. CRN is focused on the future, anticipating trends and market demands, and studying in advance new concepts and designs. This is possible thanks to an extraordinary R&D team, who works day after day on new challenges and projects. The continuous search for unique design solutions is indeed one of the main features of CRN; some adventurous challenges taken up by the shipyard during the past few years have now been undertaken by the whole industry.

CRN is a member of Sybass (Superyacht Builder Association).

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Monte Carlo Yachts is a pioneering project in the yachting world breaking new ground. The company is genuinely Italian in its management, designers and artisanal skills, supported by the industrial strengths of French group Beneteau, the uncontested global leader in the production of sailboats and among the world's five top players.

Founded in 2009, Monte Carlo Yachts is the fastest growing Italian brand in the luxury motor yacht segment which have developed and launched a range of five award winning models and has been recognised internationally both for the iconic style of its yachts and their performance.

The MCY collection currently includes the multi-awarded MCY 65, MCY 70, MCY 76, MCY 80, MCY 86, the brand new MCY 96 and the MCY 105.

The full MCY collection is designed by the world famous Nuvolari Lenard design studio, with which Monte Carlo Yachts has studied and introduced design features and materials extensively previously used only on megayachts.

The history of success of the Italian brand is based on solid know-how and a strong strategic vision based mainly on two main drivers: design and product innovation combined a revolutionary patented manufacturing process.

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Stefano Ricci S.P.A., an international luxury fashion and lifestyle company, was founded by the Florentine designer Stefano Ricci in 1972. The extreme pursuit of perfection, the careful selection of leathers and fabrics and the greatest care for details represent the core values of the brand. Every single piece is handmade following Florentine craftsmanship traditions, ensuring only the very best Made in Italy quality.

The Stefano Ricci menswear collection, as well as the SR Junior collection, consist of a wide range of suits, dress shirts, jeans, polo shirts, casual wear and neckties. In addition, the Florentine maison produces exclusive cufflinks and leather goods. The brand’s line is expanding with the SR Home collection, which includes interior design proposals and an exclusive furniture line, conveying the idea of living in a perfect equilibrium of pure lines, precious fabrics and timeless design. These collections, in constant evolution, include porcelain and crystal dinner services, silverware, furnishing accessories, linens and leather home accessories. Today, with 60 boutiques worldwide, Stefano Ricci is an ambassador of Italian style, not only in luxury menswear, but also in quality of life.

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Founded in 1820, the house of Puiforcat is a silversmith to the finest tables. Besides its virtuoso skill in silverwork, it enjoys a reputation for a consummate sense of design and elegance. This is due in part to the tremendous contributions made by Jean Puiforcat, a member of the fourth generation of the family, who headed up the company from the 1920s onwards. As a personification of the Art Déco movement and a member of the Union des Artistes Modernes, he elaborated a unique style characterised by architectural shapes, clean lines, meaningful simplicity and the absence of embellishment. His spare style provides the foundation for fine contemporary silverwork. Combining harmony and the pursuit of beauty in functional objects, it remains the guideline of the house to this day.

Since coming under the wing of the Hermès Group, Puiforcat has used its truly exceptional savoir-faire to both reproduce the finest pieces of its heritage and to imagine tomorrow’s classics alongside great contemporary designers. The Champagne beaker, a unique tasting vessel, the line of wine glasses Puiforcat Orfèvre-Sommelier developed with sommelier Enrico Bernardo, as well as Bureau d’Architecte, a line of desk accessories by French architect Joseph Dirand, all illustrate this approach.

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