GNV Grandi Navi Veloci

1992: Grandi Navi Veloci was officially established, marking the beginning of its journey in the maritime industry.

1999: A landmark year for Grandi Navi Veloci, as it became one of the first Italian shipping companies to be listed on the stock exchange. This move was crucial for funding the expansion and modernization of its fleet, recognized as one of the most advanced in Europe at the time.

2003: The company expanded its routes to North Africa, initiating the Genoa-Tunis connection, and broadening its reach to new markets.

2004: A strategic partnership was formed between the Grimaldi family and private equity funds managed by Permira. This agreement facilitated further growth, with Permira acquiring an 80% stake in Grandi Navi Veloci and Grimaldi Holding retaining 20%.

2006: A significant restructuring of the company's ownership occurred, welcoming new investors including Investitori Associati, De Agostini, Charme, and a portion of the company’s management team.

2007: Grandi Navi Veloci received recognition for its excellence, winning the Bit Tourism Award for Best Shipping Company, as voted by travel agents. In June, Ariodante Valeri was appointed General Manager.

2008: The launch of a new route connecting Genoa, Barcelona, and Tangier introduced the company's services to Morocco. That same year, special services for pet owners were introduced on the vessels La Superba, La Suprema, Fantastic, Excellent, and Majestic.

2009: The Grimaldi family exited from both the ownership and management of Grandi Navi Veloci. The company’s ownership structure became shared among Investitori Associati (67.1%), IDeA Co-Investment Fund (20.1%), Charme (9.2%), management (2.1%), and other shareholders (1.5%).

2010: Roberto Martinoli took on the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), guiding the company through a new phase of leadership.

2011: During a shareholders' meeting in May, Marinvest S.r.l. was granted 50% ownership of the company through a capital increase. This injection of capital was part of a broader transaction that included the contribution of three vessels: SNAV Toscana, SNAV Lazio, and SNAV Sardegna. The resulting shareholding was split between Marinvest (50%), Investitori Associati (35%), IDeA (9.2%), Charme (4.6%), and other investors (1.2%).

2012: Grandi Navi Veloci launched two new shipping routes from Sète, France, to the Moroccan ports of Tangier and Nador in May. Later that year, shareholders approved a capital increase of 30 million euros with the option for an additional 20 million euros. The ownership structure at that point comprised Marinvest (50%), Investitori Associati (43.4%), IDeA Co-Investment Fund (3.66%), Charme (1.83%), and others (1.11%). By the end of the year, Roberto Martinoli was named Chairman, and Giovanni Battista Vacchi assumed the role of CEO.

2013: On December 11, Grandi Navi Veloci's shareholders approved an increase in capital to €169,999,988.97. Ownership stakes were updated as follows: Marinvest (57.39%), Investors Associates (36.97%), Idea Capital Funds SGR S.p.A. (3.12%), Charme Investment S.C.A. (1.56%), and others (0.96%).

GNV's environmental commitment includes: The commissioning of new ferries to reduce polluting emissions by 30% to 50% and increase energy efficiency. 4 new ships will join the fleet over the next 2 years. An investment of more than 100 million euros in the installation of exhaust fume washing systems to reduce sulphur oxide emissions on 17 ferries. Investment in software for measuring and optimizing ferry performance. The electrical connection of ships at quayside in equipped ports to reduce air pollution and noise.