Apreamare Powerboats and Yachts for Sale

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Some boat shapes disappear, others become classics later on. The gozzo belongs to the second category. Originally it was a simple utility boat used by fishermen along the Italian coast, built for rowing and sailing, not for an aperitivo off Capri. Apreamare has consistently preserved and developed this boat type across generations. Wood became GRP, the fishing boat became a motor yacht – but the characteristic lines remained.

Since 1849: quite a long family history

The story begins in 1849 with Giovanni Aprea, a boatbuilder from Sorrento. He built gozzi for the local fishermen, initially as rowing and sailing boats. His son Cataldo and later his grandson Giovanni carried on the craft. After the Second World War came a decisive innovation: Giovanni Aprea started fitting car engines (!) into the traditional gozzi. This opened up a "path" from the utility boat to the leisure boat – whether this was intentional or unintentional, however, is not documented. The modern brand emerged in the 1980s. Cataldo Aprea founded the Apreamare yard together with Salvatore Pollio, combining the traditional shape with modern series production. One of the first important models was the seven-meter Smeraldo 7.

So what exactly is a gozzo?

The gozzo is a traditional Mediterranean boat type whose variants are found in Liguria, Campania and Sicily, among other regions. Typical features of the Gozzo Sorrentino are the relatively wide, rounded hull, a pronounced bow and originally a displacement shape intended to stay good-natured even in choppy coastal waters. Modern gozzi are fast powerboats with contemporary hulls, powerful diesel engines, large cockpits and sunbathing areas. Visually, however, they remain remarkably similar to their ancestors.

From family business to the Ferretti Group – and back

With its success, Apreamare grew beyond the classic family yard. In 2001 the brand became part of the Ferretti Group, which also controlled Riva, Pershing and CRN, among others. Under Ferretti, Apreamare became more international and the model range was expanded considerably. In 2004 production moved to Torre Annunziata on the Gulf of Naples. But the connection with Ferretti lasted only nine years: in 2010 the Aprea and Pollio families bought Apreamare back.
Since 2025 there has once again been an external majority shareholder. Riello Investimenti SGR took over 60 percent of Apreamare; the Aprea and Pollio families remained involved, and Cataldo Aprea and Rita Pollio continue to run the company.

Gozzo: tradition with plenty of horsepower

Today's line-up consistently carries the old idea forward. The Gozzo family includes models such as the Gozzo 35, Gozzo 38 Cabin, Gozzo 42, Gozzo 45 and Gozzo 48 Cabin. The Gozzo 35 in particular embodies the modern Apreamare concept: classic-looking lines meet a large open cockpit, sunbathing areas and modern propulsion technology.
The Cabin models turn this into a cruiser you can use all year round. The Gozzo 38 Cabin, for example, combines traditional character with a sheltered helm and living area. Put an old fishing Gozzo next to it and you'll recognize the family resemblance – although you'll have to look a little more closely when it comes to technology and comfort.

More than just Gozzo: the Maestro yachts

Apreamare didn't stop at modernizing traditional fishing boats. With the Maestro range, the yard ventured into significantly larger motor yacht dimensions. Maestro models of more than 80 feet were already being built during the Ferretti era. Today, the Maestro 88 carries this concept forward. The world of Apreamare therefore ranges from the open Mediterranean dayboat to the large luxury yacht. The link to the small Gozzo of 1849 naturally becomes rather philosophical here.

Buying a used Apreamare

The used market is more varied than today's line-up. The classic models in particular can be interesting for buyers looking for a traditional Italian powerboat style. On older boats, the propulsion system deserves particular attention alongside the hull and deck. Many Apreamare are fitted with diesel inboards and shaft drives. Engine condition, cooling system, exhaust system, shafts, bearings and documented maintenance all deserve a close look. Wood also plays an important visual role on many models. Teak decks, rubbing strakes and other wooden elements are part of the Mediterranean look – but can also mean a fair amount of work if they haven't been properly maintained.