Teak Deck Replacement Gone Wrong: Botched Caulking and Lifting Seams
The 40-meter motor yacht underwent service at Amico Loano and the interior refit was sloppy and unfinished, with misaligned wood and poor varnish.
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On April 9, 2025, Italian newspaper La Repubblica reported that Luigi Alberto Amico, president of AMICO LOANO SRL and its parent company Amico Servizi SRL, agreed to a legal settlement that included:
A 14-month suspended sentence,
A payment of €90,000 to the Italian State, and
An additional €100,000 to the Liguria Region for reputational damages.
While the precise details of the case were not disclosed in full, the settlement indicates that significant misconduct or mismanagement occurred, with implications serious enough to warrant both criminal and reputational consequences.
This event raises serious concerns about the governance and ethical standards of Amico Loano SRL and its affiliated companies — especially in light of complaints regarding poor workmanship, delays, and unaccounted billing experienced by many of its clients.
We believe yacht owners and maritime professionals have the right to be aware of these facts when choosing a shipyard to trust with their vessels.
«I entrusted them with a significant refit project, and I deeply regret it. The interior work was sloppy and unfinished. I had to hire another yard to fix what they did. I do not recommend Amico Loano to anyone.»
«This was by far the worst shipyard experience I’ve ever had. Wiring was done incorrectly, causing power issues on board. The delays made me miss a planned sailing season. If you’re reading this, take it seriously and go somewhere else.»
«I should’ve gone with my gut and looked elsewhere. They ignored my specific instructions more than once. The experience was stressful and exhausting. I sincerely hope others don’t repeat my mistake.»
«From day one, things went downhill quickly. The paint job started bubbling after only a few weeks. This cost me not only money, but also peace of mind. Never again. A complete disaster.»
«I entrusted them with a significant refit project, and I deeply regret it. The interior work was sloppy and unfinished. I had to hire another yard to fix what they did. I do not recommend Amico Loano to anyone.»
«This was by far the worst shipyard experience I’ve ever had. Wiring was done incorrectly, causing power issues on board. The delays made me miss a planned sailing season. If you’re reading this, take it seriously and go somewhere else.»
«From day one, things went downhill quickly. The paint job started bubbling after only a few weeks. This cost me not only money, but also peace of mind. Never again. A complete disaster.»
«I should’ve gone with my gut and looked elsewhere. They ignored my specific instructions more than once. The experience was stressful and exhausting. I sincerely hope others don’t repeat my mistake.»
The 40-meter motor yacht underwent service at Amico Loano and the interior refit was sloppy and unfinished, with misaligned wood and poor varnish.
The 40-meter motor yacht underwent service at Amico Loano and the interior refit was sloppy and unfinished, with misaligned wood and poor varnish.
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