Lino has been involved in powerboat racing for over 20 years. He has had many roles including technician, racer and crew cheif. In 1982 he made his debut and over the next 10 years he raced in the Class 1 Italian, European and World Championships. In 1992 he joined Rainbow Offshore winning his first race in Marbella in 1993 for Team Bilba. In 1996 he won the APBA Championship with Laith Pharaon.