The sector is one where the country has excelled, creating jobs while other sectors have shrunk
“But of the 6,500 superyachts sailing the world, only 6.5 per cent fly an Italian flag. If the vessels do not have such a flag, their stay in Italy is limited to 30 days, meaning lucrative refitting activities are often done elsewhere. This all limits the sector’s economic contribution to the Italian economy, say industry experts who argue yachts and their high-spending owners should be seen as an opportunity.”
Fonte: Financial Times
Autore: Silvia Sciorilli Borrelli
Link: Italy’s yacht industry seeks greater support and recognition