Dear Friends, Sunreef Yachts likes to do things differently. This has been our approach from day one. Our philosophy is based on creativity, hard work, and an open mind. We are in a period of fast growth, and many things are changing, but not our mindset. Today, we continue to innovate, surprise, and create. This year, we solidified our status as the youngest shipyard among the world’s top superyacht builders and the only catamaran shipyard on that list. We also expanded our global presence with the opening of our new shipyard in Ras Al Khaimah and the Sunreef Eco Club in Fuzhou. In yacht construction,...

The Industrial Expansion Sunreef Yachts 8 Electric Thrills - Highlights From The E1 Race At Villa d'Este 8 16 The Evolution Of Clean Boating - Zoom In On Rodi Basso | 24 Reimagining The Future Of Yachting 28 Introducing Solar Skin 2.0 34 60 Sunreef Power Eco: Electric & Transatlantic <?> 38 Ultima 111 - A Flagship Model Joins The Range 62 Sunreef 43M Eco - The World's Largest Single-Shot Hull Infusion 78 First Sunreef 35M Eco Sold 82 70 Sunreef Power - Gigi <?> 120 Sailing In The Spotlight - Cannes Yachting Festival 132 Personality Of The Year - Francis Lapp 138 Electric Catamaran Trophy - 60...

A Busy Boat Show Season Ahead After an extremely busy boat show season that has taken Sunreef catamarans to Cannes, Monaco, Fort Lauderdale, Turkey, Qatar, Abu Dhabi, Thailand, and China, the team is gearing up for another series of exciting boating events. At the start of 2025, Sunreef Yachts will head to Dusseldorf for another edition of the BOOT. Following that, the team will participate in the Miami International Boat Show in February, followed by the Dubai International Boat Show at the end of the month. In March, the shipyard will take part in the Palm Beach International Boat Show, which...

Prestigious Local Awards Sunreef garnered Oceanway China Yacht Awards During the 2024 Boating Sanya awards in Gdańsk, Poland. The received the prestigious Oceanway Marshal's Office of the Pomeranian China Yachts Award in the Best Power Catamaran Design category. most dynamic companies with of performance and vast living space, the 100 Sunreef Power is The shipyard was also voted one a guarantee of a stable, safe and luxurious cruise. Golden 100 gala held in Gdańsk and received the Best Employer Award. Gulf Superyacht Summit Taking center stage in Florida Hosted by Superyacht Times and held at...

SUNREEF YACHTS EXPANDS PRODUCTION SITES ADVANCED ROBOTICS AND NEW FACILITIES Sunreef Yachts is elevating the yacht-building industry to new heights through innovative technology and strategic expansions. The company’s latest developments include the opening of a 7,000m² production hall in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, and significant advancements at its facility in Gdansk, Poland. Sunreef News Magazine

A key highlight of the Ras Al Khaimah facility is the integration of cutting-edge robotics. Capable of processing yacht components as large as 30 meters by 6 meters, the robots offer an unprecedented level of precision, surpassing even traditional CNC machines. Their ability to maneuver at more angles provides enhanced flexibility in shaping molds and components. By streamlining production workflows, these systems ensure faster turnaround times while maintaining the exceptional quality Sunreef Yachts is known for. Although currently focused on mold production, the company plans to expand the...

Sunreef Yachts’ ongoing investments in advanced technologies and infrastructure underline its leadership in the yacht-building industry. 12 Sunreef News Magazine Spring / Summer 2025 13

Electric Thrills Highlights from the E1 Race at Villa d’Este Photos: TEAM RAFA - Andrea Font and E 1 Sunreef News Magazine

The E1 race at Lake Como, held in August 2024, showcased an exhilarating competition among nine teams, including the celebrity-backed Team Will Smith, Team Rafa, proudly partnered by Sunreef Yachts, and teams owned by other highprofile owners such as NFL legend Tom Brady and football star Didier Drogba. The picturesque venue of Villa d’Este provided a stunning backdrop for this amazing event combining electric boat racing and sustainability. The race took place against the breathtaking scenery of Lake Como, departing from the luxurious Grand Hotel Villa d’Este, known for its elegance and historical...

The competition featured a thrilling rivalry primarily between Team Will Smith and Team Rafa. Both team owners engaged in a one-on-one race prior to the main event, setting the stage for an intense showdown.

The Sunreef team took advantage of the event to connect with E1 Team Rafa drivers Tom Chiappe and Cris Lazarraga, and to catch up with team owner Rafael Nadal. They also explored the innovative technology behind the Racebird electric boats. Sunreef Yachts proudly partnered with Team Rafa and participated in the event's conference. Company representatives presented their range of sustainable yachting solutions while Team Rafa highlighted their program aimed at protecting Posidonia, an important marine plant. In a fiercely contested race, Team Rafa secured second place on the podium, where they...

Photos: 2021 Lloyd Images, Shiv Gohil, TEAM RAFA - Andrea Font, E 1 RODI BASSO Rodi Basso is an Aerospace Engineer who started his career at NASA Goddard Centre in Greenbelt (USA) by implementing new electronic technologies for on-board satellite data intelligence. He then focused on Race Engineering in Formula 1: Five F1 world championships won in Scuderia Ferrari between 2000 and 2005. Three years in Redbull Racing where he contributed to the first podium (Monaco 2006) and the foundation of the future Redbull successes. Afterwards, he moved his interests into Technology Business Performance...

What inspired you to transition from traditional motorsport to the E1 series? Traditional motorsport was becoming too traditional. I was looking for a sector with more room for innovation. I had the opportunity to live the transition in motorsport from a pure thermal engine to an hybrid solution and then full electric. I needed to see myself involved in a new high-impact project. Combining this vision with my passion for the water really sparked the idea of building a new sport platform based on technology innovation and sustainability to celebrate and protect the unique lifestyle you can only...