FIART, 'Fabbriche Italiane per l'Applicazione di Resine Termoindurenti', was founded by the engineer Ruggiero di Luggo in 1960. The first boat produced was a small yet revolutionary 3.6-metre launch called Conchita.

Conchita, the first fibreglass boat in Europe, and its phenomenal success guided influenced the company's philosophy. The small launch is emblematic of sailing for everyone, and not just for an élite.