The shipyard in Civitavecchia covers 34,000 square metres in the port area and handles the core phases of hull construction. This includes the steel and welding work, system installations and the initial outfitting.
Once this construction phase is complete, the hulls are brought overland to a floating pontoon, loaded and towed to Genoa. There, the final outfitting, commissioning, sea trials and handover to the owners take place. This process gives the shipyard direct control over all construction phases and ensures uniform standards.
First transfers to Genoa completed
The first transfer took place in July 2025. Production is now continuing at full speed, with four transfers firmly planned for 2026. The first two units, measuring 50 and 55 metres in length, left the shipyard in Civitavecchia together on a floating pontoon at the end of March.
Two further shipments are planned by the summer. Additional shipments to Genoa will follow in the coming months. The facility in Civitavecchia is currently working on seven yachts between 50 and 72 metres in various stages of construction. "Milano" from Tankoa
Further expansion of capacities
At the same time, the shipyard is strengthening its presence in the region through a network of skilled labour, suppliers and specialists from the maritime industry. Further growth is supported by partnerships with local technical institutes and training centres. At the same time, Tankoa is increasingly outsourcing activities in-house and reducing its dependence on subcontractors. The aim: more control and safety as well as consistently high quality standards.
Tankoa Yachts has changed significantly since 2020. Back then, the company operated exclusively from its historic facility in Genoa with around 30 employees. A single large yacht was built each year. Today, the shipyard operates from two locations with more than 120 direct employees and around 600 indirect employees. The product range extends from 45 to 80 metres, and three to four yachts can be delivered each year.
Ceremony for the Tankoa 61M
Current highlights include the hull construction for a 72-metre project and the keel laying for Project Dream. The 61-metre custom was sold in summer 2025 and is due to be delivered to the customer in early 2029. Axis Group Yacht Design supplied the construction, while the concept, layout and exterior design were created by Horacio Bozzo. The 72 metres are his first collaboration with the shipyard. The interior is by Sinot, personally selected by the owner.
Project Dream bridges the gap between a 60 and a 70 metre platform. It offers the volume and comfort of a typical yacht over 70 metres, while retaining the efficiency of a 60-metre hull.
Three pools on board
Projekt Dream has an exceptionally large beach area that opens up on three sides through folding platforms and is directly connected to the wellness area. There is a gym, sauna and a room for massages and beauty treatments.
The owner's flat is located on the upper deck and includes a private terrace with swimming pool. Life on board is centred on the sun deck with pool number two. A third pool is located aft on the bridge deck. From there it is only a few steps to the cinema lounge. Watch the film!
Uske Berndt
Editor News & Panorama
