Alberto Mancini
Alberto Mancini is an Italian yacht designer renowned for dynamic, sporty exterior lines and innovative concepts, working with shipyards like Azimut, Mangusta, and Tankoa.
Background & Design Philosophy
Alberto Mancini is a prominent Italian yacht designer celebrated for his dynamic, sleek, and sculptural style. His design approach is deeply influenced by two key elements. First, his formal training in automotive design at the I.E.D. in Turin instilled a focus on emotion, proportion, and a sense of motion. Second, his childhood summers on a family sailboat in the Mediterranean gave him an intuitive, practical understanding of life at sea. He is known for his ability to sketch client visions by hand in real time, calling it the "romantic part" of his work that helps bring ideas to immediate life. His core philosophy is that "Every line must tell a story. Every shape must have purpose."
Major Collaborations & Projects
Mancini has established long-term partnerships with leading shipyards, significantly shaping their model lines:
Azimut Yachts: He has been instrumental in redesigning their range, focusing on innovation in models like the Grande Trideck, Grande 26M, and the S Series.
Mangusta (Overmarine): He is tasked with defining the future design DNA for the brand, working on series like the Oceano and Gran Sport.
Tankoa Yachts: For this yard, he creates sporty, aggressive superyacht concepts such as the T560 Apache.
Other notable projects include work for Baglietto, Dominator, and contributing to the legendary 88m sailing yacht Maltese Falcon. A recent launch featuring his exterior design is the 53-meter Rossinavi superyacht Heed (January 2026).
Recognition & Studio Profile
Mancini's work is highly decorated, with his studio having won over 30 international awards. Recent accolades include the 2026 Motorboat Award, the 2025 World Superyacht Award, and multiple "Best of Show" awards at the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show.
Designer Profile Summary:
Full Name: Alberto Mancini
Studio: Alberto Mancini Yacht Design
Location: Monte Carlo, Monaco
Specialization: Exterior & Interior Yacht Design
Career Path: Trained in automotive design, worked at Officina Italiana Design (Riva) and Ken Freivokh Design before founding his own studio in 2009.
