Barberis shipyard-

Our history

The Barberis shipyard was founded in 1929 by Giuseppe Barberis, who began by building rowing boats in various models, according to the tradition of the "Maestri d'ascia".

In the early 1960s the wooden motorboat market began to develop; among the various builders, “I Cantieri Riva di Sarnico” stand out. The Barberis shipyard specializes in the overhaul and maintenance of these hulls and in 1961 it was made official as a Riva service station for Lake Maggiore.

Thus he abandoned the building becoming the main point of
reference point for this kind of boats which are still stored in the Shipyard today and make it "an open-air museum”.

In 1982, Giuseppe’ son, Alcide, took over the leadership of the shipyard from his father and thanks to his talent and ability he consolidated its excellence in restoration.
Even today Alcide restores his "jewels" with love and passion, proud of having made the shipyard a real "gem" of its kind.

A great help in achieving these milestones has been the family: first, his wife Anita, who stood by his side for decades and collaborated in the management; and now, his children Anna and Giuseppe with Giuseppe's wife Maria, who are carrying on this endeavor with the same passion. The experience of over 90 years, passed down through generations and always evolving, has kept the restoration of these "gems" on the water so vibrant.

Originality

With over 90 years of experience behind us, at Barberis Shipyard, we are able to offer you a unique restoration work for your Riva boats, a brand synonymous with quality, class, and prestige.

We know how important it is to preserve the authenticity and charm of Riva boats, and we are committed to restoring every single element in compliance with the original specifications.

Originality

With over 80 years of experience behind us at the Barberis shipyard we are able to guarantee you a unique restoration work for your Riva boats, a brand synonymous with quality, class and prestige.

We know how important it is to preserve the authenticity and charm of Riva boats, and we are committed to restoring every single element in compliance with the original specifications.

The Restorations

By choosing the Barberis shipyard for the restoration of your Riva boat, you can count on a professional, attentive and personalized service.

Our reputation and commitment to excellence make us the ideal choice for those wishing to preserve and enhance the luxury nautical heritage that Riva boats represent.

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Benvenuti al Cantiere Barberis

La Nostra Storia

Il Cantiere Barberis è stato fondato nel 1931 da Barberis Giuseppe, iniziando con la costruzione di barche a remi nei vari modelli. In seguito vennero costruiti anche motoscafi da passeggio, da corsa e barche a vela di piccole dimensioni.

Nel 1937 fu costruito lo scafo da corsa “Mariella” equipaggiato con motore Alfa Romeo.
Il proprietario, Ing. Passarin, in quegli anni vinse diverse gare tra cui il Gran Premio di Germania.

Nei primi anni ’60 inizia a svilupparsi il mercato dei motoscafi in legno; tra i vari costruttori spiccano i cantieri Riva di Sarnico. Il Cantiere Barberis si specializza nella revisione e manutenzione di scafi in legno e nel ’61 viene ufficializzata la stazione di servizio Riva per il Lago Maggiore, abbandonando la costruzione. Diventa cosi il principale punto di riferimento per questo genere di imbarcazioni e infatti si può contare un buon numero di motoscafi Riva rimessati in Cantiere

Nel 1982 il figlio Alcide, classe 1938, subentra al padre alla guida del Cantiere. Per quanto riguarda la revisione dei motoscafi Riva, che rimane la principale attività del cantiere, Barberis si occupa dello scafo e del motore, mentre i lavori che concernono cromature, tappezzeria e strumentazioni vengono affidati a ditte specializzate in queste settori.

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