History
1983
Novamarine
Novamarine was founded in Olbia in 1983, beginning with the production of boats with flexible hulls and wooden keels. The cold-glued and air-inflated tubulars represent the company’s first steps.
1985
New horizons with fibreglass
In 1985, an innovative technique transformed traditional rubberized fabric hulls into hulls entirely made of fibreglass (GRP). This turning point opened new horizons for the company, with a range from 260 to 430 cm, redefining the expectations of the nautical market.
1987
Destriero and Azzurra projects
Starting in 1987, Novamarine began the first projects for support boats and vessels for professional markets. With prominent initiatives such as the Destriero and Azzurra projects, the company grew, producing up to 600 units a year, adopted as tenders by most yachts.
1990 – 1991
Tender Jet Project
In the early 1990s, Novamarine launched the tender jet, an innovative product that integrates the technical needs of yachts with the desires of clients. This innovation was quickly adopted by yacht builders, creating a symbiosis between yacht and tender, and focusing production on models between 320 and 430 cm.
1992 – 1994
Research and Development
During the challenging years between 1992 and 1994, interest in boating waned, reducing demand. However, these years allowed the company to concentrate its energy on research and development, preparing new products for the future.
Second Half of the 90s
Civilian and Professional Boats
In the second half of the 90s, Novamarine introduced the tubular filled with elastic foam, pushing its design limits. This period saw the birth of the research and development area, dedicated to the study of new products while maintaining the company’s fundamental principles. The solid tubular became a distinctive feature for both civilian and professional boats.
Early 2000s
Not even air in common with others
In the early 2000s, Novamarine refined its projects, introduced larger sizes, and evolved the design of boats, making them increasingly more performant and safe. The slogan “Only air in common with others” evolved into “Not even air in common with others“, reflecting the innovation of solid tubulars.
2013
SNO Group Acquisition
In 2013, the SNO group acquired the Novamarine brand, putting new energy into it and establishing its new beginning. This marked a restart with ambitious projects such as the BS 220 and the BS 140, expanding the offer also for professional vessels with renewed military interest.
2015
BS 100 & BS 120
Between 2014 and 2015, Novamarine enriched the civil range with the BS 100 and BS 120 and supplied 20 units to the Qatar Coast Guard. The company focused on quality and certifications, introducing larger sizes such as the BS 160, and continued production for the military market.
2020
RH Line Relaunch
In 2020, Novamarine relaunched the RH line with traditional tubular, offering the new RH 800 and RH 1000. This return marked a repositioning in the market with products that embody the tradition and innovation of the brand.
2021
BS 140 EGO Project
In 2021, the BS range expanded with the BS 140 EGO, designed for a market niche, combining elegance, sportiness, and functionality, and reconfirming Novamarine’s unrivaled style.