Founded in 2010 in Ancona, on Italy’s Adriatic coast, Cantiere Delle Marche (CdM) has established itself as the world leader in the construction of explorer yachts under 499 GT. Since 2018, Boat International’s Global Order Book has consistently ranked CdM as the No.1 expedition yacht builder, a testament to its unparalleled expertise and commitment to excellence.

CdM explorer yachts are designed to navigate the world’s most remote and challenging waters with safety, reliability, and efficiency. Built for long-range cruising, they feature reinforced hulls, advanced engineering, and innovative design solutions that allow owners to explore the most extreme latitudes with confidence. The shipyard continuously seeks new solutions with ingenuity and courage, pushing the boundaries of expedition yacht design while maintaining the highest standards of quality and performance.

The shipyard’s success is rooted in the deep experience of its founders and a trusted network of industry specialists.

CdM offers a diverse range of semi-custom explorer yachts, each crafted to blend functionality with luxury. These include the rugged and proven Darwin Class, the highly versatile Flexplorer by Hydro Tec, the elegantly designed RJ series by Francesco Paszkowski, the modern Deep Blue series by Horacio Bozzo, and the striking RAW series by Giorgio M. Cassetta. In addition to these lines, CdM also specializes in fully custom builds, such as the recently launched Tremenda and Babbo, tailored to meet the unique visions of their owners.

With a relentless and unwavering dedication to quality, Cantiere Delle Marche continues to redefine the standards of luxury expedition yachting, delivering vessels that are as robust as they are refined.