VT Naiad Marine and Benetti Sign Long- Term Supply Agreement
Benetti, part of the Azimut-Benetti group, the world’s leading yacht builder, has chosen VT Naiad Marine as preferred supplier of all Stabilization at Anchor/ zero forward speed stabilizer systems, bow thrusters and integrated hydraulic systems for their entire composite line of yachts, including the Legend, Tradition, Classic and Vision series yachts.
The three- year agreement includes supply for 56 hulls and is valued in excess of €7.2m ($9.5m).
VTNM global sales and marketing manager, Scott Anthony stated “Long term, multi-unit agreements such as this allow us to maximise our manufacturing, supply and support efficiencies. Further, consistent partnering relationships allow us to deliver the greatest value to our customers, including the highest quality products and services at the best possible price.”
Additionally, Raffaello Putti, Benetti purchasing director stated, “Partnering with Naiad, the premier supplier of yacht motion control solutions, and their local dealer, Samos s.r.l, allows the owners, crew and guests aboard Benetti yachts the ultimate level of performance and comfort while significantly enhancing their experience on board, both underway and at rest.”
Azimut- Benetti is the world’s largest manufacture of custom yachts with three shipyards based in Viareggio, Fano and Livorno Italy. Benetti builds fully custom composite, steel and aluminium motor yachts from 24 to 85 meters (80 to 280 feet) in length.
VT Naiad Marine designs and manufactures the world’s most advanced marine motion control systems including digitally controlled fin stabilizer systems, stabilization at anchor (S@A™)/ zero speed systems, ride control systems, thrusters and integrated hydraulic systems. VT Naiad Marine operates from facilities in Connecticut, Florida and Washington USA, Holland and the United Kingdom as well as a worldwide dealer/service network with over 50 locations.
Additional editorial facts:
· VT Naiad Marine has more yacht stabilizers in service than all other brands combined worldwide.
· VT Naiad Marine designs and manufactures its products in its own precision manufacturing facility alongside aerospace components for leading defence contractors such as United Technologies Corp.
· VT Naiad Marine is headquartered in Shelton, CT USA and employs over 80 people dedicated to its motion control products.
· Naiad Marine, Inc. celebrated its 65th year in 2006, and the 30th year since the establishment of the legendary Naiad stabilizer product line.
Contacts: Scott Anthony- VT Naiad Marine
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