Pesto Sea Group SouthAfrica: A New Chapter for African Yachting

Pesto Sea Group South Africa has officially opened its doors, bringing a new dynamic to the region’s yachting sector. This new venture combines the extensive superyacht culture and operational experience Pesto has cultivated over 50 years in the Mediterranean with the unparalleled local knowledge of its South African partners.

The goal is straightforward: to provide visiting yachts and the growing local fleet with the full spectrum of high-standard support services needed, all while grounding the operations in a deep understanding of the local context.

Experience Meets Local Context

Pesto Sea Group is a recognized name in international yacht and maritime services. Now, Pesto Sea Group South Africa aims to translate that experience—built over half a century navigating the complex logistics and high expectations of the Med—directly into the South African environment.

Furthermore, the venture is established with FemoBunker as a partner, a globally active specialist in yacht fuel supply, ensuring that reliable, world-class bunkering services are available to the new branch immediately.

We see immense, untapped potential along Africa’s coastlines,” said Fabio Pesto, Chairman and CEO of Pesto Sea Group, “We didn’t come here to simply replicate a European model. We are here because we believe in this market. By partnering with individuals who have a deep, practical knowledge of the local context, we can offer the reliable, high-quality assistance superyachts require, tailored precisely to the conditions here.

Pesto Sea Group South Africa is committed to serving the needs of the industry, from complex customs and bunkering to provisioning and technical support, ensuring smoother operations and encouraging more yachts to explore the beauty of the African coast.

Commitment to the Region

Pesto Sea Group South Africa is also proud to announce its role as a Gold Sponsor of the upcoming African Boating Conference (ABC 2025). This sponsorship marks a formal and public commitment to supporting and expanding world-class marine services and infrastructure across African waters. 

ABOUT PESTO GROUP

Since 1966, Pesto Sea Group has been a trusted name in yacht agency and maritime services. Operating from its base in Genoa, Italy, and with a wide network across the Mediterranean, the Group offers full-service solutions to yacht owners and captains, including port clearances, logistics, provisioning, and technical support. With the establishment of the South African branch, Pesto signals its dedication to expanding that excellence into new frontiers.

For more information about Pesto Sea Group South Africa’s market strategy, contact:

Marta Benvenuto, Development Manager

Marta.benvenuto@pestoseagroup-sa.com