ITAMA FIFTYFIVE
An icon destined to last
There are yachts that follow their time and others that manage to transcend it.
Introduced in 2006, the Itama FiftyFive marked a turning point in the shipyard's history, reinterpreting the brand's classic lines through modern spaces, performance, and design solutions. A balance recognized from its debut with the World Yacht Trophy in Cannes.
Today, it still retains its intact identity: deep blue hull, teak deck, low and inclined windshield, sleek profile, and essential elegance, free from fleeting trends.
It is a recognizable yacht from a distance. And above all, it is a yacht that owners rarely part with.
The authentic pleasure of driving
The FiftyFive represents one of the purest expressions of the Mediterranean open yacht.
The long bow, the sporty command position, the low center of gravity, and the pronounced V-shaped hull provide precise, dry, and engaging navigation, even in rough seas.
The MAN engine, up to two units of 1,360 HP, allows for a top speed of around 41 knots, maintaining stability, control, and comfort.
Every element is designed to create a direct relationship between the commander, the yacht, and the sea:
- wide visibility from the driving position;
- immediate response to commands;
- stable trim;
- dynamic and sporty behavior;
- constant feeling of control.
Driving an Itama FiftyFive means fully participating in navigation.
Spaces beyond expectations
At the time of its launch, one of the most surprising elements was its ability to offer volumes normally reserved for larger yachts.
The layout includes three cabins, three bathrooms, a large dinette, a fully equipped kitchen, and an independent crew cabin.
The cockpit also fully interprets the Mediterranean lifestyle: large sunbathing areas, a convivial dining area, and fluid passages allow you to live the outdoor spaces during navigation and during long anchor stops.
Before and after
Explore the project phases and discover the transformation.
As isITAMA FIFTYFIVE — As is
The rebirth of the FiftyFive
When this Itama FiftyFive entered our hub, we immediately understood that the project would require much more than an aesthetic intervention. Its identity deserved to be preserved. Its structure, mechanics, and systems required a thorough job, capable of restoring reliability, prestige, and full efficiency to the yacht. Thus began a complete three-month refit: a path built through technical competence, artisanal precision, and absolute respect for the original project.The mechanical heart
After the engines were removed, the inspection revealed a widespread presence of oxidation and corrosion. We therefore initiated an extraordinary maintenance operation, opening and disassembling the top part of the propellers to carefully check their condition and intervene on any critical issues. A complex job, essential for re-establishing reliability, performance, and safety. In a refit of this level, mechanics represent the starting point: aesthetics restore beauty to the yacht, while the work on the engines allows it to truly sail again.The hull restored to its origins
The hull underwent a "zero" treatment, through a water sandblasting that eliminated the previous layers of product and restored the surface to its original condition. This procedure allows for direct analysis of the support, identification of any imperfections, and correct reconstruction of the entire protective cycle. The preparation of the hull affects the protection of the hull, hydrodynamic efficiency, and the yacht's behavior while sailing. It is an intervention that is little visible once completed, but decisive for the overall quality of the refit.The blue regains depth
For the sides and the superstructure, we chose a double-layer Imron Marine painting cycle. The process involved:- two coats of color, to achieve uniformity and visual depth;
- a transparent finish, designed to enhance reflections and protect the surfaces from exposure to marine agents.
Teak and custom details
The teak was completely restored at the bow, faithfully reproducing the original design of the deck. The installation required precision in geometry, joints, and alignments, so that the new covering maintained the aesthetic balance of the project. The external upholstery was reinterpreted according to the owner's preferences. The traditional white gave way to a light technical gray, more contemporary and able to dialogue with the blue of the hull, the teak, and the elements of the cockpit.A cockpit with a racing character
The command station was completely covered in real carbon, reinforcing the sporty character of the FiftyFive. The carbon introduces a more technical and dynamic visual component, consistent with the performance and the driving sensation typical of the model. The navigation electronics were also updated with a new generation of Raymarine Axiom Pro instruments, integrating:- GPS and cartography;
- autopilot;
- Tridata navigation data;
- more evolved control and visualization systems.
The interiors regain harmony
Below deck, the project involved the complete replacement of the carpet and the creation of a new internal sofa. Materials, tones, and craftsmanship were chosen to renew the atmosphere while maintaining the yacht's original character. The goal was to create fresher, more elegant, and welcoming environments, capable of accompanying the external transformation without altering the FiftyFive's identity. The work that remains invisible The quality of a refit is recognized above all in the interventions that, once completed, remain hidden. For this reason, the project also included:- balancing and aligning the propellers;
- replacing the bushings;
- intervening on the propeller shafts;
- revising the generator;
- revising the desalinator;
- checking and restoring the air conditioning system;
- comprehensive verification of the on-board systems.
Refitted & DeliveredITAMA FIFTYFIVE — Refitted & Delivered
Three months later
After three months of work, the Itama FiftyFive left our hub with the same soul with which it was designed and a new ability to express it. The mechanics have been restored, the hull rebuilt in its protective cycle, the systems revised, the technology updated, and every surface restored to its maximum prestige. The result preserves the strength of the original Itama and interprets the desires of its owner through contemporary details and custom solutions. It arrived with a story. It set off ready to write a new one. Before the transformation Upon arrival at our hub, the yacht still retained the charm of the original project, but presented mechanical, systemic, and aesthetic critical issues that required a structured intervention. The initial inspection defined every phase of the refit, from the deepest work to the last finishing details. Button: Explore the project The new departure The blue regains depth, the teak returns to draw the deck, and the cockpit expresses an even more sporty character. Behind the visible transformation, engines, hull, shaft lines, and systems return to guarantee the performance and reliability that belong to this yacht. An Itama icon is ready to take to the sea again.Would you like more information?
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