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The landscape of the maritime startup industry was no mean ocean to navigate. Yachting start-up founders were not short of ideas, ambitious, and buoyed by the prospects of success. Yet, winning over investors to sail alongside them remained a daunting task. However, times are changing, the tide turning. Yachting Ventures’ founder and CEO, Gabbi Richardson, notes that the investment community is beginning to acknowledge the vast potential of the sector, and hence, an era of exuberant growth and unprecedented innovation is on the horizon.
Yachting Ventures has been instrumental in orchestrating this change, meticulously curating resources and tools connecting nascent maritime businesses with investors, media exposure, and industry access to further expedite growth. Over the years, their humble boat show activation has transformed into a sophisticated platform with advanced investor tools, founder-investor schemes, and a soon-to-launch Scaling Syndicate aimed at supporting companies transitioning into growth phases.
The opulent world of the 29.6-metre Amer Yachts motor yacht Debra One has just become more accessible, thanks to a €700,000 price reduction. This coveted boat, which has never seen charted service, is acknowledged to have been meticulously maintained and continuously updated to the highest standards by its passionate owner. It was delivered in 2013 and now has a reduced asking price of €2,200,000 with EU VAT exclusive.
This boat offers the epitome of affluence, with its hull and superstructure crafted in GRP. Stefano Tini has wonderfully designed the interiors with high-gloss wood and natural tones against a backdrop of panoramic windows ensuring that the yacht remains bright and inviting. These details elevate the overall aesthetic of Debra One, proving that every penny of the investment is well worth it.