For “The Floating Piers” event we have already hired four Riva motorboats for as long as the installation lasts During the 16 days of the installation (from 18 June through 3 July) you will have the chance to see some VIPs on board one of our vintage Rivas. We will not tell their names, to keep them … Continued
This summer, from 18 June through 3 July, 2016, you will have the chance to see on the waters of our Lake Iseo an unusual, glittering dahlia-yellow walkway, which will connect Sulzano, Montisola and the small island of San Paolo. The Floating Piers, as the installation is called, is the last work of the artist Christo: a walkway … Continued
Undoubtedly painting is one of the main stages when restoring a wooden boat. In fact, if painting is done with care, your boat will look extra glossy and the result, a rewarding aesthetic impact. The following article offers an overview on the art of painting. We always recommend relying on skilled craftsmen, who know exactly where and how to … Continued
It is understood that a refitting thoughtfully done will allow your jewel to shine for longer The summer season is now over, and the relaxing boat tours on the waves will be postponed until next year. Winter is drawing near and your boat will be put to rest until the warm season returns, just like … Continued
Satisfaction, peace of mind and confidence. These are the sensations you feel when, after taking your boat seawards, you enjoy the view of the coast, relax on the bow pulpit. The same sensations we at Bellini Nautica experience after going through this fantastic year. We can finally treat ourselves to a well-deserved break after steering a course and accomplishing … Continued
Bellini Nautica will be at the 55th Genoa International Boat Show A variety of organised events and news, especially aimed at the commodity sector, that will thrill the thousands of diving, angling, yachting, and aquatics enthusiasts. The main areas of the event will be dedicated to the traditional topics that have always characterised The Genoa … Continued
The 1960s were, for many, dreamy and carefree years characterised by the mystery and allure of the Dolce Vita that brightened people’s lives. Those years might seem rather distant nowadays. It is hard today to imagine the feelings of riding on a Vespa around the old town, or of taking quiet walks listening to some light … Continued
From the boats of the fishermen of Lake Como to luxury yachts Few companies are able to pride themselves on having worked through three different centuries. When Giovanni Cranchi opened his first workshop, Italy itself was yet to be unified, and the concept of luxury boats, as well as the concept of tourism, were yet … Continued
From the engine tests to the painting operations and final testing to bring your Riva yacht back to life In the last post of our blog, we promised a description of each of the stages involved in the restoration of a vintage Riva yacht. So, here they are: let’s take a look at the magic behind a restoration … Continued
Nine months of meticulous courtship, for a timeless love For those of us that do it every day, working on a vintage Riva motorboat is a great honor. This is not just a job for us, it is a mission. Do you think that we are exaggerating? No, we are not. Let us explain why. … Continued