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History of Sarnico

Cantieri di Sarnico, an esteemed Italian boat manufacturer, was established in 1992 on the shores of Lake Iseo in Sarnico, Italy. Focusing initially on creating elegant, high-performance motor yachts, the company quickly gained a reputation for combining cutting-edge technology with classic Italian craftsmanship. The town of Sarnico, with its long-standing tradition in boat building, provided the perfect backdrop for the company's inception and initial growth.Cantieri di Sarnico has since built a diverse range of luxury yachts, known for their stylish design and robust performance. The company's commitment to quality and innovation has enabled it to carve out a niche within the competitive marine industry. Their boats are often characterised by sleek lines, luxurious interiors, and powerful engine options, appealing to discerning clients seeking high-end recreational vessels.Today, Cantieri di Sarnico continues to operate from its original location near Lake Iseo. The company remains dedicated to maintaining high standards of craftsmanship while incorporating the latest advancements in marine technology. Although it remains rooted in its historical heritage, Cantieri di Sarnico is forward-thinking, consistently evolving its designs and production techniques to meet the demands of modern boating enthusiasts around the globe.

Which models do Sarnico produce?

Sarnico produce a range of boats including the Sarnico 60 HT . For the full list of Sarnico models currently listed on TheYachtMarket.com, see the model list in the search options on this page.

What types of boats do Sarnico build?

Sarnico manufactures a range of different types of boats. The ones listed on TheYachtMarket include Cruiser , Motoryacht , Express cruiser / sports cruiser , Speedboat and Sports day boat .

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Used boats from Sarnico on TheYachtMarket.com range in price from £140,000 GBP to £449,000 GBP with an average price of £289,000 GBP . A wide range of factors can affect the price of used boats from Sarnico, for example the model, age and condition.

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Cantieri di Sarnico

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• Sede Produttiva, Commerciale e Amministrativa viale degli Abruzzi 25, 25031 Capriolo (BS)

The company Cantieri di Sarnico, founded in 1992, is one of the recognized world leaders in the production of luxury yachts. The mission of the shipyard Sarnico is to create comfortable large yachts high quality based on modern technology. Recognizable style yacht, brand Cantieri, impeccable design and undisputed elegance of the interiors combine all models of yachts Sarnico and precision in engineering Assembly ensures the endurance and durability of their shells.

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Maverick's Toy45' Sarnico 45 Express 2000

Cantieri di Sarnico is a premier Italian builder that stands up next to the best vessels built in its class. Their factory is on Lake Iseo and has been build vessels from 43’ feet to 80’ since 1992. 

The result of the cooperation between the yard and the designers Nuvolari-Lenard, the 45 feet Cantieri di Sarnico born in 1995, is a classic that continues to receive the enthusiastic acclaim of many new Owners. 

During the last few years the Shipyard renewed the construction by using the most up-to-date technologies and components and the ability of most skilled workers.

The versatility of this boat never ceases to surprise as the boat is a splendid small yacht and at the same time an exciting sport boat, speedy, silent and easily to maneuver.

An ever-precise, secure and exciting cruising is granted by the reliable hull and the two powerful engines, always ready to comply with the request of the pilot.

The luxury interiors are fitted with precious lacquer and luxury essences.

The layout provides a salon with dinner table and a large well equipped galley.

The cabins are two real independent suites for the privacy.

This characteristic and the engine room amidships, rare elements for a boat of this size, grant excellent stability at anchor and during the navigation.

There is a perfect balance between style and sportmanship of the long bow deck and the habitability of the cockpit.

A sunbathing area for four people and a swimming platform with two bathing ladders, give great importance to the stern.

With two diesel unity of about 715 hp, the speed is around 37 knots.

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Specifications

• Price USD: $ 139,900

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States

Power yacht.

• LOA: 45 ft in
• Display Length: 45 ft

Express Cruiser

• Water Capacity: 150 gals
• Fuel Capacity: 400 gals
• Engine Details: Caterpillar 3196
• Engine 1: 520.00 HRS 660.00 HP
• Engine 2: 520.00 HRS 660.00 HP
• Engine Fuel: Diesel
• Days on Market: INQUIRE

+ Description

The deep-V bottom is painted black. Exterior and cockpit are white gelcoat with dark blue accent stripes, graphics and helm panel and dash. Exterior upholstery is white vinyl with black piping and the canvass is white. The fore deck has a centerline sun cushion. There is a pulpit mounted SS Bruce anchor SS chain rode and a windlass with deck and remote controls. The chain and rope locked has deck access only. SS life rails run aft on both sides.

Aft is a large swim platform with two storage lockers housing the aft Danforth anchor and nylon rode. There is an electro hydraulic swim ladder and gangway. Electric, water and shower are to starboard. Molded boarding steps on both sides lead up to the cockpit sundeck. Molded steps forward lead down to the cockpit and helm area.

The cockpit has a companionway door aft to port leading down to the aft guest stateroom. Forward is a molded wet bar with sink, storage, icemaker, and refrigerator. Forward is a molded bench seat lounger with storage below. There are hatches to the emergency fuel shut-offs and manual fire system and to the engine room in the sole. To starboard is a large wrap around seat with storage below and a hi/low table. The helm is forward and has a large split bench seat with storage below. The helm is outboard, and the electronics are flush mounted in the console. A sliding companionway door to port and teak steps lead down to the living quarters.

The aft guest stateroom has two single berths with a nightstand between. A shelf is outboard to starboard. The batteries are below the forward berth and the battery switches are below the companionway steps. The ac compressor is below the aft berth. There is an access panel in the aft bulkhead to the lazarette where the battery charger and hydraulic systems are located. A hanging locker with mirror and drawers below is inboard of the aft berth. Across to port is the ensuite bathroom. The enclosed shower is aft, and the head is forward. A vanity between with sink has storage above and below.

The interior has light tan carpet and tan leather upholstery and overheads. The paneling and trim is light natural hardwood and the cabinetry is light hardwood with dark blue lacquered face, drawers and doors. The galley counter top is grey speckled Corian and the bathroom counter tops are ivory. The bar top is light wood. Below deck to port is the small L-shaped galley with ample storage above and below. Drawers and the two burner range are aft. The counter top runs outboard with molded sink. The refrigerator with freezer is below. 

Across to starboard is the saloon. A bar w/TV runs along the aft bulkhead. The AC/DC breaker panel and storage lockers are below. Along the outboard side and forward is an I-shaped couch with lockers and stereo above and a Hi low table.

The master stateroom is forward. Storage shelves run along both sides of the queen island berth with storage below and an escape hatch overhead. Hanging lockers are aft to starboard and a full length mirror is on the aft bulkhead. The ensuite bathroom is aft to port. There is an enclosed shower aft with a locker above the teak seat. The toilet is forward of the shower. Forward is a corner vanity with sink and storage above and below.

+ Electronics

• Standard Horizon VHF
• Simrad AP22 autopilot
• Raymarine GPS MAP GPS
• Raymarine GPS MAP Depth
• Raymarine radar dome
• KVH satellite

+ Auxiliary Equipment

• (2) Rule 2000 Bilge pumps
• (1) SPX 3700 Bilge pump
• Cruisair air conditioning, 7,000 and 16,000 BTU
• Mase 11.5 kW generator with 475 hrs.
• Haier refrigerator with freezer
• Ceran 2-burner electric stove

+ Extras and Equipment

• Fresh bottom paint, 2024
• New fire suppression system, 2024
• Bow & stern sun pads
• White Sunbrella Bimini top with side curtains
• Welded stainless steel bow rail
• 2 windshield wipers
• Vetus bow thruster
• Cablemaster system
• 9.5 KW Mase generator SR#2101385
• Generator quiet box
• Microprocessor controls
• Ritchie compass
• VDO depth meter, water, sum log & synchronizer
• Caterpillar Motor SX electronic monitor
• Engine, fire, hi water warning alarm system
• Weather station
• 3 Sony stereos CDX-CA660X - 1 w/remote
• Sony CDX 646 CD player
• ACR remote spotlight
• 2 stainless lined Frigonautica refrigerators - 1 w/freezer
• Kenyon Princess Ceran 2 burner stove
• 2 Electric heads
• Holding tank w/macerator
• Spare props 27"X40"X4 blade NiBral
• 120-volt 50-amp shore power
• Dockside water system
• 6-Gallon electric water heater
• 16,000 & 6,000 BTU Cruisair air conditioning w/SMX II controls
• lcerette ice maker
• Olin distress kit - currant
• 20 Type II and 1 Type IV PFD's
• First aid kit
• Medical Sea Pack
• Air horn & hand-held horn
• Oil & garbage placards
• 1301 Halon auto fire system
• 4 ABC size 1 dry chemical fire extinguishers
• Emergency manual fire pull
• Emergency fuel shut off's
• Bow mounted SS Bruce anchor
• 250" SS anchor chain
• Danforth stern anchor w/200 ' of 5/8" nylon rode & chain lead
• 2 Lofrans windlass - bow & stern mounted
• Hydraulic steering
• Electro hydraulic Gangway
• Electro hydraulic swim ladder
• Teak helm footrest
• Hi-lo cockpit table
• Hi-lo saloon table

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Live updates: Seven dead in 56m superyacht Bayesian sinking tragedy

Seven people have died in the Bayesian sinking disaster, according to the BBC. These include the six missing people who were inside the yacht when it sank, as well as a seventh person who was located shortly after the disaster. The seventh person is understood to be the yacht's chef, Recaldo Thomas. The other six are:

• British tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch, once dubbed 'Britain's Bill Gates'
• Lynch's 18-year-old daughter, Hannah
• Morgan Stanley's chairman, Jonathan Bloomer
• Judy Bloomer, wife of Morgan Stanley chairman
• Chris Morvillo, a lawyer working for London-based law firm Clifford Chance
• Neda Morvillo, an American jewellery designer and Chris' wife

It is understood that the yacht was being used to celebrate Lynch's recent victory in a 13-year £8 billion fraud acquittal.

No one remembers the mast snapping before 56m superyacht Bayesian sunk, says crew

No one recalls seeing the mast snap on board the 56-metre Perini Navi sailing yacht Bayesian which sank off the Italian island of Sicily on 19 August. The eyewitness account of a crewmember on board the vessel, which was obtained by BOAT International , said that the boat was struck by a freak weather event which led to the yacht heeling at around 20 degrees to starboard. As crewmembers were securing items, the heeling angle began to increase rapidly until the yacht started taking on water and sank rapidly.

The crewmembers who were up on deck were able to evacuate the yacht with minor injuries. The yacht is understood to have sunk in just twelve minutes, and it is believed that a "major ingress" of water from the top down would have caused the sinking, according to a captain who wishes to remain anonymous. This is based on the fact that no breaches have been reported in the yacht's hull, and the fact that the yacht should have been able to remain afloat with two flooded compartments.

"Very difficult to understand what could have overwhelmed a vessel of that size" says captain of sistership

The captain of the sistership to the sunken 56-metre Perini Navi sailing yacht Bayesian has said it is "very difficult to understand what could have overwhelmed a vessel of that size" and called the 56-metre Perini Navi series "bulletproof".

David Hutchinson, captain of Rosehearty , said he had taken the yacht around the world multiple times and he had "total faith in the boat".  "We've been to Antarctica and Chile, and we've had her in 70 knots of wind," he says, and the vessel had never put them in a situation that felt unmanageable.

However, Hutchinson noted there were differences between Bayesian and Rosehearty ; notably, Bayesian's  74-metre mast, which would have been heavier and added increased windage. The yacht's layout was also different, with guest accommodation on Bayesian located further forward.

Live updates

• A search and rescue for six missing people has concluded. The final missing person is understood to be Hannah Lynch. 
• According to Reuters, six bodies have now been found in the sunken yacht. These include Mike Lynch, a British technology entrepreneur who co-founded Autonomy Corporation and founded Invoke Capital, although Italian authorities have not confirmed this.  
• One person was found immediately after the yacht sunk, and this is understood to be the yacht's chef. 
• Lynch’s wife, Angela Bacares, and a one-year-old are among the fifteen people rescued along with Bayesian' s captain, James Cutfield.
• Another sailing vessel in the area, the 42-metre Sir Robert Baden Powell ,  stepped in to offer assistance in the initial rescue.
• Divers have been able to reach Bayesian' s sunken hull, which lies at 45 metres of depth about half a mile from the coast. The yacht had the largest aluminium masts of any sailing yacht on the water.
• Eyewitnesses in the area reported "hurricane" conditions off the coast but local weather websites did not indicate any severe squall, which suggests that the weather event was not forecast.
• At around 5am local time on 19 August, Bayesian was hit by bad weather and sunk.  The sailing yacht was anchored or idle at the time of the incident.

Built in Italy by renowned builder Perini Navi and delivered in 2008, the yacht's naval architecture was developed by Ron Holland Design while the interior design is by Rémi Tessier . She was formerly known as Salute and was last refitted in 2016. She was listed for sale earlier this year, according to BOATPro . The yacht had accommodation for nine guests and 12 crew.

BOAT International will update the story as it develops.

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44 Sarnico 2008 Boat For Sale

Asking price: €200,000.

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• 44' Sarnico

Last updated Jun 6, 2024

44' Sarnico 2008

Elegant and sporty OPEN with cream colored hull, built in 2008 - Croatian flag - RAYMARINE electronic instrumentation with E80 chartplotter, ST60 autopilot, Tridata ST600 and VHF with DSC - Complete awnings redone new 2019 with camper closure - Two large and comfortable sundecks aft - kitchen below deck with new 2019 ceramic hob with 2 burners - comfortable dinette with C-shaped sofa, folding table, lockers and LCD TV - external cockpit cushions and sundeck cushions throughout 2019 - cockpit and bathing platform aft in teak - master cabin forward with private bathroom and shower box; cabin with two French beds aft with bathroom, new internal mattresses 2019.

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44' Sarnico HIGHLIGHTS

• Yacht Details: 44' Sarnico 2008
• Location: Venezia, IT-VE, Italy
• Engines: Volvo Penta
• Last Updated: Jun 6, 2024
• Asking Price: €200,000
• Maximum Speed: 36 kn
• Max Draft: 3' 7''

44' Sarnico additional information

• Cruising Speed: 28 kn
• Beam: 12' 7''
• Hull Material: Fiberglass
• Fuel Tank: 1 x 1200|liter
• Fresh Water: 1 x 600|liter
• Holding: 1 x |
• Max Passengers: 10

Mase generator Besenzoni hydraulic gangway Teak cockpit and aft platform White striped bath pillows Extra extendable aft sun awning Cockpit wet bar with fridge and sink Multiple CD changer SONY Automatic and manual bilge pump Automatic fire extinguishers in the engine room Electric toilets with new pumps 2019 2 showers 2 en-suite cream carpet sofa hydraulic swim ladder Black water system Steel anchor (2019) + 70 m chain. mini bar + fridge

GPS PLOTTER RAYMARINE E80

RAYMARINE ST 60 Autopilot

RAYMARINE ST 60T Tridata

RAYMARINE VHF DSC

ANTENNA VHF

ANTENNA TV GLOMEX

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Mike Lynch and daughter among missing after yacht sinks: What we know about disaster - and 'alarming' potential cause

The British-flagged luxury vessel named Bayesian was carrying 22 people when it got into difficulty off the coast of Sicily. Seven bodies have now been recovered from the wreckage.

News reporter @samuelosborne93

Friday 23 August 2024 12:24, UK

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Seven bodies have been found after a superyacht sank off the coast of Sicily.

Twenty-two people were on board the vessel named Bayesian when it got into difficulty in the early hours of Monday, with 15 people rescued.

Here's what we know about the sinking of the luxury vessel so far.

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What might have caused the sinking?

The British-flagged luxury vessel, named Bayesian, capsized at around 4.30am local time on Monday morning off Palermo, according to ship-tracking site Marine Traffic.

It sank in as little as 60 seconds with 22 people on board, 12 passengers and a crew of 10, according to the Italian coastguard.

Waterspouts, essentially tornados that form over water, were seen as powerful winds battered the area overnight, local media said.

The yacht may have sunk faster with all the doors open due to the hot weather, Sailing Today magazine editor Sam Jefferson has said.

"I imagine all the doors were open because it was hot, so there were enough hatches and doors open that it filled with water very quickly and sank like that," he said.

Official pictures show air conditioning units in several of the rooms, however, which could counter the suggestion open windows caused the vessel to sink faster.

The huge mast is also likely to have played a role, he added.

What are waterspouts?

Waterspouts typically occur during thunderstorms and can develop very rapidly, within minutes.

Their spin generally reaches wind speeds between 75-200mph, but can reach as high as 300mph.

They can travel at about 10-20mph typically but can reach greater speeds, making them difficult to avoid - especially in something as slow-moving as a yacht.

Matthew Schanck, chair of the Maritime Search and Rescue Council, called the reports of a tornado or waterspout "rare" and "quite alarming".

"The vessel was at anchor in a recognised anchorage," Mr Schanck said.

"Depending on wind direction and the state of the sea, this informs the captain whether it is a safe area to anchor or not. There was nothing that was too concerning, for my eye. All in all, the captain used the information they had to make a safe call."

Who owns the yacht?

The yacht belonged to the family of British tech tycoon Mike Lynch. He was confirmed to have died after rescuers found his body on Thursday. Mr Lynch was on holiday with his 18-year-old daughter Hannah, who is still missing, and his wife Angela Bacares, who was rescued.

Mr Lynch, 59, was known as the " British Bill Gates " and has been in the headlines in recent months over a high-profile fraud case.

In June, a US jury cleared him of all charges, which were related to the 2011 sale of his software company Autonomy to Hewlett-Packard (HP). The yacht trip is believed to have been a celebration of the end of Mr Lynch's legal troubles.

HP accused him of deliberately overstating the value of the company before it was acquired by the American tech giant.

Mr Lynch was extradited to the US to face trial in May last year and spent 13 months under house arrest in San Francisco as he awaited trial on 17 charges of conspiracy and wire fraud brought by the US Department of Justice - which were later reduced to 15 charges. He always denied any wrongdoing and was acquitted.

Read more: Lynch's co-defendant dies days before yacht sinking

Who was on board when the boat sank?

The passengers were largely British and American, with crew members were from New Zealand, South Africa, and Canada.

Charlotte Golunski was among the Britons rescued. Her LinkedIn profile says she is a partner at Mr Lynch's firm Invoke Capital and has worked there since 2012.

Speaking after the ordeal, Ms Golunski told Italian media that she lost her daughter Sofia for "two seconds" amid the "fury" of the sea but was able to retrieve her. She said she held the infant above the waves until the lifeboat was ready.

"Many people screamed. Luckily the lifeboat inflated and 11 of us were able to get on board," she told ANSA.

The girl's father James Emsley also survived, according to Sicily's civil protection agency.

Also on board were Jonathan Bloomer, chairman of investment bank Morgan Stanley, his wife Judy Bloomer, a top US lawyer Chris Morvillo, who worked on Mr Lynch's criminal case, and his wife Neda Morvillo. Divers confirmed on Thursday that their bodies had been recovered.

The yacht's captain James Cutfield survived, along with South African crew members Leah Randall and Katja Chicken.

Recaldo Thomas, a Canadian-Antiguan chef who was working on the boat, was the first to be found dead, the Italian Coastguard confirmed to Sky News.

During rescue efforts, divers saw "corpses through the portholes" of the wreck as they recovered the body of a man at a depth of 50m (164ft), according to Salvo Cocina, the head of the Civil Protection of Sicily.

What do we know about the vessel?

The Bayesian is owned by a company controlled by Mr Lynch's wife.

It was known for its unusual 72.3m (246ft) single mast - one of the world's tallest made of aluminium - and shared its name with the statistical method Mr Lynch's Autonomy software was based on.

It was built by Italian company Perini Navi in 2008 and last refitted in 2020.

It was listed for rent for up to €195,000 (£166,000) a week, according to online charter sites.

The luxury vessel , which was managed by yachting company Camper & Nicholsons, could accommodate up to 12 guests in six suites.

It won a string of awards for its design, according to online specialist yacht sites.

Mr Schanck, of the Maritime Search and Rescue Council, said the vessel would have been equipped with "high standard" life-saving appliances and radio communications.

He added the yacht would have met all international standards and UK Maritime Coastguard Agency regulations before its voyage.

It was previously named Salute, or "health" in Italian, when it flew under a Dutch flag. Its minimalist interior featured light wood with Japanese accents designed by the French designer Remi Tessier, according to descriptions on charter sites.

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What were its last movements?

The boat left the Sicilian port of Milazzo on 14 August and was last tracked east of Palermo on Sunday evening, with a navigation status of "at anchor", according to vessel tracking site VesselFinder.

The Bayesian previously travelled to other parts of Sicily before its last sighting off the coast of the port of Porticello.

On Sunday, the boat was seen off the coast of Cefalu before it travelled towards Porticello, MarineTraffic data shows.

In the days before, the yacht travelled around four of the Aeolian islands, just north of Sicily.

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Prosecutors in the nearby town of Termini Imerese have opened an investigation into the sinking.

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