Riva Boats
About
The story of Riva
A contemporary legend
Riva's story began in 1842 on Lake Iseo, when the young shipwright Pietro Riva repaired many of the fishing boats destroyed by a sudden and devastating storm, earning the respect of the local community. He decided to open his boatyard in Sarnico, and his first boats had such class and personality that they were an immediate success. The Riva name quickly grew in fame, thanks in part to the entrepreneurial skills of Ernesto Riva, who took over the business from his father Pietro and installed the first internal combustion engines on the boats built by the yard.
Riva today
In May 2000, Riva was acquired by Ferretti Group, which has led the shipyard to the pinnacle of the international yachting scene and made it an emblem of Italian boatbuilding. The beauty and innovation of the brand's products draw on the expertise of the Group's Engineering Department and on designer Mauro Micheli, co-founder with Sergio Beretta of Officina Italiana Design, the firm that designs Riva's entire fleet. With over 180 years of history, the range extends from the 8-metre El-Iseo to the 70Metri superyacht.
The details that make the difference
In keeping with tradition, the wooden parts are still varnished meticulously by hand in 24 steps, using the method developed by Carlo Riva, to make the wood as glossy as possible and resistant to fresh and sea water. The screws are still all positioned in the same direction, with the head painted to match the hull.
The shipyards
The Sarnico shipyard is where the legend was born and where the smaller Rivas, from 27 to 68 feet, are built; at its heart is 'La Plancia', the office designed by Carlo Riva. The La Spezia shipyard, Ferretti Group's technical, logistical and commercial hub on the Ligurian and Tyrrhenian Sea, was refurbished in 2024 and focuses on seven Riva models from 76 to 130 feet. The Ancona shipyard, home of the Superyachts Division, occupies 76,945 square metres and is one of Europe's largest yachting production hubs, where a design team works in close collaboration with Mauro Micheli and Officina Italiana Design. A cultural and cult phenomenon that has featured in films throughout the history of cinema, Riva stands for a modern, sophisticated elegance that is beautifully 'Made in Italy' and loved all over the world.
Range
Models by Riva
DieselSeamless with the seaRiva 102’ Corsaro Super is a breathtakingly beautiful and completely redesigned flybridge yacht, with new areas for socialising i…
DieselTreasure every momentAn evolution of the 110’ Dolcevita, Riva 112’ Dolcevita Super features expanded volumes and spaces redesigned to offer an even mo…
DieselIt’s what people saidRiva 130’ Bellissima is the perfect combination of fine craftsmanship, cutting-edge design and advanced technology. A full-wide-b…
DieselTowards new horizonsRiva 54 Metri is the largest Riva ever. Built entirely from aluminium and under 500 GT, this masterpiece of design, engineering an…
DieselLike a perfect day in Capri Riva 58’ Capri is the first of a new generation of Riva open yachts with two perfectly balanced personalities at her core:…
DieselHigh-tech temptationExclusive style and unparalleled comfort for a sport-fly packed with elegance and technology. Riva 66’ Ribelle offers a unique tak…
DieselDevil is in the detailsRiva 68' Diable is the Riva style manifesto: writing the future of yachting by combining legend and innovation, heritage and hi…
DieselConvertible in spiritRiva 76’ Bahamas is a fantastic combination of open and coupé, practicality and liveability, comfort and power. A comprehensive a…
DieselFeel the mythSuper sporty and super elegant, Riva 76’ Perseo Super delivers outstanding liveability and performance. Beautifully designed and incredib…
DieselThe charm of the seaFresh from winning the 2025 “Best Custom Yacht of the Year” prize at the prestigious Motor Boat Awards, Riva 82’ Diva features a n…
DieselBack from the future Riva 88’ Folgore is a thunderbolt of style and innovation, so incredible it seems to have travelled back in time from a journey i…
DieselIn the name of the legend Mit ihrem mythologischen Namen, ihren innovativen Merkmalen und ihrem hochmodernen Design ist die Riva 90' Argo eine Flybrid…
DieselThe new classicThe Aquariva Special is the first ‘Special’ model since the legendary Aquarama. This fantastic open motor yacht is a restyling of the l…
DieselA new era of designA showcase for design, comfort and performance, Dolceriva is doubly appealing – with or without the Hard Top that shelters the rela…
ElectricDifferent by natureRiva El-Iseo is the brand’s first full-electric powerboat that launched the new E-Luxury segment under the banner of sustainability…
DieselCruising beyond detailsThe result of the same innovative design approach that created Riva El-Iseo, the new Iseo Super enriches the range of open yach…
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