Astilleros de Mallorca Celebrates VMG Sagunto Expansion
Astilleros de Mallorca Celebrates VMG Sagunto Expansion
For over eighty years, Astilleros de Mallorca has understood that the superyacht industry is built not only on craftsmanship and technical capability, but also on presence. Being where clients need you and adapting to the international rhythm of yacht operations has become equally as important as the work itself. This philosophy continues to shape the company’s evolution across the Mediterranean, and nowhere is that more evident than in Valencia, where the launch of VMG Refit & Repair’s new 5,000-ton shiplift marked an important moment for both shipyards and for the future of large-yacht refit in Spain.
Astilleros de Mallorca held an event at the facilities on the 28th of April to celebrate the inauguration. The atmosphere surrounding the event reflected this sense of momentum, with presentations and speeches from Carlos Morales, Managing Director of Astilleros de Mallorca, and Miquel Lliteras, Managing Director of VMG Sagunto. Industry leaders, captains, project managers and long-standing partners gathered to celebrate the occasion over music, a selection of canapés and conversation, marking not simply the launch of a new piece of infrastructure, but another step forward for Spain and, particularly, for Astilleros de Mallorca’s growing presence within the international superyacht industry.
For Astilleros de Mallorca, the significance of VMG extends far beyond infrastructure alone. The new 5,000-ton shiplift will allow Astilleros de Mallorca to extend its refit and repair capabilities to yachts over 75 metres, complementing its existing facilities in Palma and opening new possibilities for larger and more complex projects. As yachts move continuously throughout the Mediterranean, a permanent presence in Valencia also allows the company to remain closer to its clients while delivering the same trusted expertise, technical precision and project support that has defined Astilleros de Mallorca for generations.
Astilleros de Mallorca has a dedicated team permanently stationed at the VMG facility, providing support across mechanical services, hydraulics, electrics, electronics, metalworks, welding and project management. The proximity between Mallorca and Valencia also allows additional specialist personnel to be deployed rapidly from Palma’s facilities whenever projects require expanded resources, giving Astilleros de Mallorca a high level of flexibility in responding to project requirements.
For Astilleros de Mallorca, the occasion also served as a quiet affirmation of the company’s long-term vision. While the industry changes around it, the objective remains consistent: to offer clients the highest level of technical expertise, project management and support wherever their operations may take them. The continued development of the team and capabilities at VMG is a natural extension of that commitment.