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Strategically positioned in the Mediterranean
The creation of a Grand Soleil center in Porto Rotondo confirms Sardiniaâ??s growing importance in the cruising itinerary. Situated in the northeast of the island, in the immediate vicinity of the Costa Smeralda, the port is an ideal stopover for top-of-the-range units. Here, Cantiere del Pardo joins forces with BYSC âeuros B Yacht Service Club and the Molinas Group, to offer owners a complete range of services.
Maintenance, logistics and dockside services
Scheduled to be operational in summer 2025, the center will offer services grouped under the program Care and Global Assistance . This includes preventive maintenance, sailing assistance and specific services for the Grand Soleil range of yachts, including the 52, 65 and 72 models.
This technical hub is designed to guarantee continuity of service to owners throughout their cruising season, with standard shipchandling, careening, electronic intervention and deck fittings.
Exclusive benefits for owners
In addition to technical services, the partnership includes exclusive benefits for Grand Soleil customers: priority access to berths in Porto Rotondo, nautical concierge services, top-of-the-range accommodation and stopover facilities in the immediate Costa Smeralda environment.
This top-of-the-range positioning illustrates the company's determination to win the loyalty of a demanding clientele, by offering personalized care and a strong local presence.
A model of territorial anchorage
The partnership with BYSC and the Molinas group has enabled the integration of local players who are well known in the Sardinian yachting industry. This territorial approach enhances the local maritime ecosystem while strengthening the Grand Soleil network. Eventually, this type of center could be duplicated in other high-potential Mediterranean areas.
With this new service center in Sardinia, Grand Soleil is consolidating its presence in a demanding offshore segment, while responding to the growing need for a structured and accessible after-sales service for cruising yachts. This initiative is part of an overall strategy to move upmarket, which could inspire other shipyards wishing to accompany their owners more closely on the major Mediterranean cruising routes.
