GALLART : a family shipbuilding company since 1944
In 1944, Joan Gallart founded the GALLART shipyard and began building small boats from Tingladillo to Vilassar de Mar (Barcelona) after acquiring his carpentry skills along the river. A decade later, his son Jaume joined the company and learned the trade in turn. Today, Jaume Gallart is the current president of the company. Thanks to the quality of the first boats built, the GALLART shipyard has grown continuously under the leadership of J. Jaume Gallart.
The first and most emblematic sailboats launched by the shipyard are :
- H-28 (1942)
- Carlson 24 (1956)
- Biscayne 27 (1962)
- Carlson 30 (1966)
- Gallart 3/4 Ton (1988)
- Gallart 13.5 MS (1984)
Visibility in the United States and the success of motor yachts
In 1958, GALLART is the first brand to exhibit a yacht at the Barcelona Sample Fair. Thanks to its participation, the shipyard creates a long-standing commercial relationship with the United States. Thus, this exhibition allows GALLART to sell a boat to an American influencer. As a result, the shipyard further strengthens its ties with this key market.
Over the years, GALLART has exported more than 200 yachts entirely made of wood. Thus, the shipyard participated in the New York Boat Show in 1967.
GALLART has also been very successful in the motor yacht segment, with several models built in lengths ranging from 10 to 20 meters. The largest motor yacht built by GALLART measured 27 meters and was also made of wood.
GALLART pioneer of fiberglass in the Mediterranean
GALLART is the first brand in the Mediterranean to mass produce fiberglass boats. In particular with the flagship model GALLART 13.50 MP, of which 150 units were produced. In the 1980s, the shipyard continued to innovate. Gallart launches remarkable models. Specifically – the revolutionary motor sailboat GALLART 13.50 MS, as well as four regatta boats of the “Tonnerre de Brest” class. Moreover, these regatta boats are made of epoxy resins and carbon fiber. Also, the GALLART 10.50 MP is a great success with more than 100 units produced.
The international expansion of GALLART and its collaboration with the great names in naval architecture
The shipyard started to export its boats all over the world in 1957. GALLART reached markets such as Japan, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. In addition, the company worked with important shipyards and renowned naval architects.
Since the 2000s, GALLART continues to produce boats with superior quality, using modern materials and applying the latest technological advances. The company develops a range of luxury yachts, such as the GALLART 80′, the GALLART 100′ and the GALLART 130′. The boats are manufactured in limited editions to meet the needs of the most demanding customers.
The GALLART shipyard: the heritage of timeless models despite the cessation of activity in 2012
The GALLART shipyard ceased operations in 2012 due to financial difficulties and the economic crisis that hit Spain. However, the boats produced by GALLART still have great value due to their quality of workmanship and timeless design.
Owners of these boats appreciate their sturdiness, comfort and versatility, as well as their elegant and classic aesthetic. In addition, GALLART boats are often considered legendary in the boating industry. Finally, the owners of these boats often have a great deal of expertise and knowledge about their maintenance and upkeep, which allows them to keep them in good condition and use them for many years.
Some of the most sought after Gallart pre-owned boats are:
- Gallart 1050
- Gallart 13.50 MS
- Gallart 13.50 MKII
- Gallart 13.50 MP2
- Gallart 16 MY
- Gallart 45
- Gallart 1350 Fly
These boats have a good reputation for performance and maneuverability. In addition, they are constructed of fiberglass and have a solid and durable construction.
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