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WE... ARE HEESEN

At Heesen, we are dedicated to building superyachts in aluminium and steel that offer speed, style and fuel-efficient cruising. With an unrelenting focus on quality, craftsmanship and innovation, Heesen has created one of the world’s most impressive shipbuilding legacies. Our portfolio consists of three build concepts, which address our customers’ differing requirements regarding delivery times and personalisation. All rely on proven engineering and the renowned ‘Crafted in Holland’ build quality.

Fully engineered yachts, part of our speculation programme, available with short delivery times.

SMART CUSTOM

The smart balance between proven performance, speed of delivery and customisation.

FULL CUSTOM

Realised dreams that start with a blank sheet of paper, or inspired by one of our concepts.

Available Yachts

Discover our Series yachts that are in build and for sale, so you can enjoy your yacht sooner.

YN20750 Project Orion

YN20955 Project Agnetha

YN21150 Sophia

YN21350 Project Grace

BlueNautech

We must all take responsibility for protecting what we love. By introducing BlueNautech, Heesen continues to support the future of sustainable yachting through improved efficiencies, alternative materials, energy savings and innovative production methods.

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Navigating #extraordinary% journeys

‘As proud Dutch yacht builders with a passion for perfection, we realize dreams that enter history books’

Your journey begins #the moment you step on board.%

The one boat you’ve always dreamed about. Many times, you have imagined it: you know every little detail. But who understands exactly what you want? Where to build it? Where can you find the quality, the capacity and the passion to fulfill all your wishes? Who do you trust to bring this voyage to a successful end?  We understand what you want to achieve; it is our mission to realize your dream.

You want a proven design and building process that #brings it% #all together%

Whether you’re a private owner embarking on the journey of building or refitting your dream boat, a professional seeking a collaborative partnership with a shipyard, or a brand owner envisioning the construction of your yachts, finding the right yard is key. You want a yard that understands your goals, budget and timeframe and works within those parameters. For you, clear communication and a transparent process are key. You want a yard that shares the joy of seeing your vision come to life.

Crafting yachts, #building legacies%

We love to know who you are. Are you a professional, private owner or brand owner?

Professional

Private owner

Brand owner

Where imagination meets the sea, beyond my imagination.

For our demanding clients and diverse projects, it is important that we have a reliable partner nearby who can deliver the quality and craftsmanship required for our new build and refit projects.

It is one of the main reasons that we like to work with VMG Yachtbuilders. The fact that fulfilling agreements and sound management are self-evident is a requirement for our unusual assignments.

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Our #projects%

Baruna of 1938

Bestevaer 50 Stormvogel

Spirit of Venice

Puffin 50 Jaleo

Chaser 500CC

Saloon boat Sally

Taeke Hadewych

Royal Huisman 64 Yonder

Saloon boat Proost van Sint Jan

IJver (IJver Class)

Puffin 50 SeaBear

Grand Estime 62 Misha

Puffin 37 Haaks

Agile 42 Karma

The art of building #bespoke yachts.%.

Centuries of craftsmanship

The Netherlands has a long tradition in yacht building and cargo vessels. You will find the best yards in the world in the Netherlands. The boatbuilding skills are passed on from generation to generation. West-Friesland, the area where VMG Yachtbuilders is firmly rooted, has been a centre for yacht building for many decades. Strong family traditions, the ambition to be the best in the trade and a powerful work ethos characterize the success of this region.

Reliability

Building a new boat, working on a refit or doing a routine maintenance project: boats will be boats and, inevitably, there will be bumps in the road.

You want a yard that is reliable, works on time, delivers what is promised and communicates promptly when things don’t go according to plan. We take pride in our reliability and work hard to involve you every step of the way.

Flexibility

You have carefully considered your dream yacht, but when you see it taking shape before your eyes, things may look different than you envisioned it.

We understand that, in the course of the building stages, your ideas evolve which may lead to design changes. Our team will listen to your new plans and adjust the process accordingly.

Availability and capacity

You want the best craftsmen to work on your boat. Through our innovative set-up, we can make the right highly skilled staff available for your project in every phase: from building the hull and finishing the interior to maintenance projects and after sales projects. In our three production facilities we have the right equipment to work fast and efficient. Come and have a look; we are happy to show you around.

Knowledge and experience

Albeit a maintenance project, a refit or a brand new yacht: you have ideas about how you want it done. We listen carefully to your ideas and will pair them with our knowledge and experience to create the best solutions. Innovation starts with the exchange of ideas and mixed with skill and expertise it leads to great results.

Latest #news%

Baruna 1938

What happens at the yard: May

Saloon boat Sally from 1910 relaunched after restoration

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The Very Best of Dutch Yacht Builders

Dutch yacht builders have crafted a reputation as being among the world’s very best, with an extraordinary density of high quality, high value shipyards operating out of the Netherlands.

Part of the reason for the dominance of Dutch yacht builders in the superyacht industry stems from Holland’s prestigious history of boat building, which stretches back centuries and was perfectly poised to make the shift to constructing luxury yachts during the 20th century. The word ‘yacht’ originally comes from the Dutch word ‘jacht’, meaning hunt.

Some of the towering names of the yachting world have emerged from Holland, with the great heritage yards Amels, Hakvoort, Royal Huisman, De Vries and Royal Van Lent more recently joined by other outstanding Dutch yacht builders such as Heesen, Vitters, and Oceanco.

Dutch shipyards are heralded not only for their world-class build quality, high tech yards, and innovation, but are also renowned for reliability in finishing projects on time and on budget. With Dutch shipyards producing many fully-custom ‘one-off’ yachts, many of the yachts launched from Holland’s shipyards are extremely iconic and often win international awards.

Dutch yacht builders have also capitalized on their individual reputations for quality construction by forming strong collaborations including Feadship and HISWA, which serve to market the best of Dutch yachting internationally, thereby growing the influence of the Dutch yacht builders.

Notable Dutch Yacht Builders

This prestige brand is often known as the ‘Rolls Royce’ of yacht builders, constructing fully custom yachts from a ‘blank slate’ beginning. Feadship is actually a partnership between two of the greatest Dutch shipyards: De Vries and Royal Van Lent, with yacht building roots dating back to 1849. The Feadship fleet today is more than 450 strong, and includes some ground-breaking yachts including AQUARIUS and ECTASEA.

Founded in 1918 and boasting the largest and most high-tech shipyard in the Netherlands, Amels turned its hand to superyacht construction in the 1980’s. Amels builds fully custom yachts up to 656’ (200m), as well as their highly sought-after ‘Limited Edition Series’. Known for exceptional build quality and iconic yachts including HERE COMES THE SUN, Amels also builds a popular range of support yachts for superyachts through DAMEN, its parent company.

Royal Huisman

This family-run shipyard was founded in 1884, and has produced some of the finest sailing yachts afloat, with a long line of regatta honors and design awards across its fleet of maxi-yachts and performance cruisers. While its fame is recognized across the world for building sailing yachts such as ATHENA, Royal Huisman also builds motoryachts, including the award winning ARCADIA.

Hakvoort is another illustrious Dutch shipyard which dates back to 1919 and builds sailing and motoryachts up to 215’ (65m). With yachts constructed in steel and aluminum, Hakvoort offers a full-custom service from design to launch, as well as a 180’ (55m) semi-custom series. They have launched many notable, award-winning yachts, from LADY MARINA in 1994 to APOSTROPHE in 2013.

Founded in 1979, Heesen has enjoyed a meteoric rise in the yachting industry, and is now considered one of the most innovative Dutch yacht builders. Initially known as a builder of fast performance yachts, Heesen has expanded its yacht building capacity up to 260’ (80m) and has achieved notoriety for its revolutionary design and engineering, such as the Fast Displacement Hull Form first seen on multi-award-winning GALACTICA STAR.

One of the most respected names in sailing, the Vitters shipyard was founded in 1990 and has gone on to launch luxury sailing yachts known for winning superyacht regattas and international design awards. Constructing yachts over 30m with an uncompromising focus on quality and design, Vitters has received accolades for yachts including SARISSA, GANESHA and AQUIJO. Vitters also owns the Green Marine yard, which is responsible for building the Volvo Ocean Race fleet.

This Dutch yacht builder specializes in the large yacht market, constructing fully custom superyachts over 260’ (80m) in aluminum and steel. Oceanco opened its doors in 1990 and has been responsible for the launch of some of the industry’s most well-known yachts, including ALFA NERO, ANASTASIA and the largest Dutch yacht to be built thus far, the 360’ (110m) JUBILEE.

Located in the medieval Dutch town of Den Bosch, Moonen Shipyards is one of the world’s most well-known motoryacht builders. Having launched their first boat in 1963, Moonen pride themselves in quality and service and offer diverse options in the upper echelons of the yacht industry for fully customized superyachts up to 150’ (45m), custom series displacement yachts, explorer vessels or fast displacement all-aluminum powerboats.

Established as a family-owned shipyard in 1938, Mulder has become a renowned member of the Dutch yacht building family. The yards’ global reputation for quality has been built upon three main pillars: the classic Super Favorite Cruisers, the later Favorite Superior and a range of Mulder custom-built motor yachts from 42’ to 147’ (13m to 45m).

Van der Valk

A passionate yacht enthousiast, Wim van der Valk started the company that bears his name in 1967, and is still driving force behind it today. In applying the most advanced solutions, systems and materials possible, this pedigreed Dutch yacht builder believes in creating yachts that will stand the test of time. In the late 1990s, they introduced their signature product – the Continental I series. Today, to ensure unrivaled quality and exclusivity, Van Der Valk produces a select, limited number of Continental yachts each year.

Hartman Marine Group

Founded in 2003, Hartman Marine Group has roots which span back to 1775 with a heritage of seven generations of skipper-owners. Hartman yachts hold a timeless and fresh style without compromising practicality and superb comfort, in the true fashion of Dutch boatbuilding excellence. Leveraging on experience, innovation as well as tradition, Hartman applies their robust standards from the drawing table to the unique finishing touches in every custom build.

Worth Avenue Yachts have many yachts for sale in their fleet built by these renowned Dutch yacht builders, and are experts in the sale, construction and charter of Dutch yachts. Contact us to find out more about which Dutch yacht builder is right for you.

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We are Damen Yachting. The master yacht builders behind Amels superyachts, Xplorer expedition yachts, Yacht Support vessels and large yacht refits. For generations we have been building iconic superyachts with unparalleled Dutch craftsmanship, excellent service and an eye for the changing world around us. With an innovative and foresighted view. But most of all with your vision of yachting in mind.

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Built on the solid foundation of generations of craftsmanship, Amels yachts are synonymous with luxury and elegance. Beyond the aesthetics, an Amels yacht holds the promise of the most precious gift of all, time.

Welcome to the world of Xplorer. A world of infinite adventures where superyachts and expedition yachts combine. A unique crossover of unlimited luxury and boundless exploration. For innovators. For people who forge their own path, with a clear goal in mind.

Yacht Support

Welcome to the world of Yacht Support. A world of unlimited possibilities for those Owners looking to take on yachting on their own terms. Those who embody an active and dynamic lifestyle and have a particular vision or mission.

Our comprehensive large yacht Refit and Life-Cycle Management services apply decades of yacht building experience and in-house engineering capabilities to your yacht. Whether refit, rebuild or repair, we guarantee to breathe new life into your yacht at the Netherlands’s largest luxury yacht building facilities.

Dutch Maritime Legacy

Damen Yachting’s superyacht story spans generations. A rich history dating back to the foundation of Amels in 1918, and Damen in 1927. A family legacy built on centuries of Dutch shipbuilding traditions, ocean-going adventures and enjoyment on the water.

Unrivalled Facilities

From the largest luxury yacht building shipyard in the Netherlands to our yard locations across Europe, we are proud to offer state-of-the art facilities with direct access to open water for both new build and refit.

Our fleet is our proudest achievement. Each one a reminder of our build quality, promise and legacy. Explore our superyachts delivered to date and our future fleet in build.

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Amels superyachts are built on the solid foundation of craftsmanship and Dutch yacht-building excellence. Sophisticated, timeless classics that combine generations of experience and elegance with evolution and innovation. Aimed at raising the bar and setting a new standard in superyacht ownership. 

With both our Amels Limited Editions semi-custom range and our Amels Full Custom opportunities, we enable you to spend your precious time in the best way possible. 

Elegant and conscious modern yachting forms the essence of our Amels portfolio. A sought-after range of new-build superyachts with both semi-custom Limited Editions and Full Custom projects, recognised for their quality, ocean-going performance and unrivalled onboard experience.

With close to 100 Amels superyachts already cruising world wide, our fleet is our greatest achievement. A legacy reflecting decades of the highest build quality with proven naval architecture, technology and experience. Whether in build or delivered, our fleet is our family.

The maritime pedigree and heritage behind Amels stretch back centuries. With Dutch family shipbuilding at the core. Starting in 1918, the Amels family paved the way for what Amels has become today under the ownership and guidance of the Damen family.

This award-winning 60-metre (197ft) Amels Limited Editions design has been turning heads since her introduction in 2019. A next-generation semi-custom Amels that blends heritage with sophisticated technology, taking the superyacht industry’s greatest success story into the future. Just like the global fleet of close to 50 Limited Editions yachts at sea today, this sought-after Amels 60 is fast becoming become the collectors’ item for tomorrow’s generation of yacht owners, popular for both charter and private use.

The Amels 80 is shaping the future of luxury yachting. With evolution in her DNA, she captures the evolution and elegance of modern yachting at its essence. Her sophisticated and sustainable design is guaranteed to stand the test of time. This 80-metre Amels Limited Editions combines exclusive know-how and proven innovation to create an even more enjoyable yachting experience. Introduced in 2022, this next-generation semi-custom Amels has firmly taken her place as a leader in the 80-metre superyacht sector.  

Full Custom

We offer 25 years of non-stop, first-class refit experience at The Netherlands’ largest superyacht hub. For our own fleet and all other brands. A trusted refit, rebuild and service partner to maintain, manage and upgrade each client’s dream for an enjoyable and trouble-free ownership experience. The gateway to the world beyond new build delivery.

Discover 25 years of non-stop, first-class refit experience at The Netherlands’ largest superyacht hub. Renowned for timeless new builds as well as masterful and reliable refits, our craftsmen cater for both Amels yachts and all other brands.

Amels Classics

Today’s Amels 60 and Amels 80 stem from a long line of successful, timeless Amels Limited Editions. Over 40 semi-custom superyachts, each a masterpiece in her own right and each a showcase for the Limited Editions concept and quality. Each individually personalised with unique colour schemes, custom interiors and special features made to meet Owner’s specific needs. All delivering unique and unforgettable experiences. A legacy which has fed into the evolution of Amels. A collection of Limited Editions built over two decades collectively forming the Amels Classics.

When heritage meets modern craftsmanship

Sailing Yachts

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Motor Yachts

Established in 1990 as a yard that built traditional yachts, Holland Jachtbouw has emerged as one of the world’s most renowned shipyards for newly built superyachts and refits of yachts over 90 feet. Over the course of three decades, Holland Jachtbouw has built several award winning yachts including Athos, the largest two-mast schooner in history, as well as two unique J Class yachts Rainbow and Topaz.

Anjilis (former Cassiopeia)

Craftsmanship

Our newly built yachts and refits are carried out with the utmost precision, passion for detail and love for craftsmanship. Carefully-selected, high-quality materials are used by a team of highly skilled craftsmen in all aspects of yachtbuilding.

Master craftsmanship. Naturally selected elements, engineering precision and the latest technologies play their part to achieve the perfect result.

Founded in the early 1990s, Holland Jachtbouw will pursue to build its exceptional reputation from her brand-new facility with a large production capacity in Enkhuizen. Working with top naval architects worldwide, the build and project management teams continue to produce a world class product, using leading suppliers and subcontractors from the heart of the Dutch yachting industry.

Windrose of Amsterdam

When Chris Gongriep wanted to finish his 13-metre wooden barge under his own management in 1990, little did he know that the shipyard he founded for this purpose, De Hemmes , would be the start of a bright future as a world-renowned superyacht builder.

While customers continued to request well-known Lemsteraken , Chris’ ambition grew into building the ideal charter yacht. After years of extensive study, Sapphire was built in 1996, a classic 31-metre sailing yacht. This was the start for Holland Jachtbouw and the transition to aluminium sailing and motor yachts was made.

Holland Jachtbouw grew into a successful yard with an extensive delivery program for superyachts up to 130 feet. The portfolio of more than thirty prestigious classic and modern superyachts in various categories demonstrate the craftsmanship and unlimited possibilities of the yard.

Athos , Topaz and Rainbow are just a few examples of dreams becoming reality; each demonstrating the extreme precision, passion for detail and love of craftsmanship with which they are built. Only dedicated specialists with decades of experience can achieve the quality of finish in new construction as well as refits and restorations. It is this quality, expertise and love for the profession that attracted the international clientele to Holland Jachtbouw.

Chris passed away in 2016 and at the request of his heirs, VMG Yachtbuilders continues the Holland Jachtbouw legacy with great respect for its founder. Its legacy is a fitting addition to VMG’s portfolio, which is in the same segment up to about 90 feet. Holland Jachtbouw is therefore moving to Enkhuizen, the epicenter of traditional yacht building and where the love and passion for craftsmanship is passed on from generation to generation.

Like a Phoenix rising from its ashes, Holland Jachtbouw will build the next generation of future classics at its new state-of-the-art location.

Our comprehensive service and support to captain, crew and managing project teams, demonstrates our values: dedication to our projects as well as our customers. With local teams and technical support from different locations, we’re able to provide quick assistance worldwide, ensuring customers the highest level of comfort.

THE SHIPYARD 

HOME TO THE WORLD’S FINEST SUPERYACHT BUILDING

Royal Huisman employs a team of over 350 highly motivated and competent people, from skilled craftsmen to expert concept designers, with extraordinarily diverse experience and capabilities, working at facilities for custom builds in Vollenhove.

For some years now, the shipyard facilities have been extended to the Amsterdam region. This second location serves as an addition to the existing shipyard, with a focus on Huisfit projects.

ROYAL HUISMAN VOLLENHOVE

HEADQUARTERS, TOTAL AREA 30,000 sqm /322.900 sqft

Be prepared for an interesting walk – it’s quite a shipyard. There are five main shipbuilding halls, together with numerous individual facilities for  carbon composite construction, interior, painting and systems engineering, mast construction, hatches, deck equipment, hydraulics and much more. All purpose-built and superbly equipped to give some of the most talented people in the industry free rein to create some of the finest superyachts on the oceans.

A VERY SPECIAL PART OF HOLLAND

The area around Royal Huisman in Vollenhove is among the most picturesque in Holland with a wealth of scenic and cultural attractions: Urk, Schokland, Giethoorn (including 2-star Michelin restaurant & lodge De Lindenhof), Blokzijl and much more [ link] .

HUISFIT AMSTERDAM

TOTAL AREA 12,000 sqm / 129.200 sqft

Royal Huisman, renowned for custom yachts, applies the same expertise to superyacht refits. Every yacht needs occasional refurbishment, including those by Royal Huisman, due to extensive use. Huisfit, their refit division, offers a comprehensive range of services and benefits to all superyachts worldwide.

AT A GLANCE

• Facility for Huisfit projects located in the heart of the Dutch maritime services cluster: dense network of partners and suppliers
• Non-tidal location with convenient access to North Sea
• Three heated main halls for length up to 68m / 223ft
• Berthing at deep water quay for in-water-work
• Located just 20 minutes from Amsterdam city centre and Schiphol airport
• Crew accommodation with offices, houses and apartments at the shipyard
• Access to highly regarded services, expertise and innovation of Rondal (Royal Huisman’s sister company): rigs, deck equipment, composites and much more

Learn more about the solutions, skills, references and facilities in Amsterdam at huisfit.com [ link opens new tab ]

STOPOVER IN AMSTERDAM

The Baltic, Norwegian Seas, and Scotland offer diverse deep-water ports and cruising grounds, rich in history, natural beauty, warm temperatures, steady winds, and long daylight hours. Amsterdam is ideal for a summer cruise stopover, especially with Huisfit support. The facilities provide an integrated refit-and-cruise plan for this maritime magnificence. More information, examples as well as introductory cruising options can be found at huisfit.com [ link opens a new tab ].

THE PERFECT COMBINATION

Taking delivery of a custom superyacht and sailing to your dream destinations is immensely fulfilling. The building process can be equally enjoyable with the right shipyard and purpose-built superyacht construction and refit facilities. Both locations, near Schiphol Airport, offer picturesque surroundings. The Netherlands’ rich and diverse cultural attractions, along with an industry-leading superyacht shipyard, make for a perfect combination.

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima represent a blend of royal tradition and modernity. They succeeded Queen Beatrix in 2013, who granted the “Royal” title to Huisman shipyard in 1984, recognizing 100 years of excellence — a tradition that continues today. Royal Huisman & The Netherlands: the perfect comibination [ link ].

You’ve reached this point in your life. It’s time for your Moonen.

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When the time comes to upgrade your precious boat to the latest technologies or your changed circumstances, or to refit a new acquisition to your personal preferences, it’s essential to work with a partner you can trust. No hidden surprises or costs, just the know-how and craftsmanship you require. That’s our refit promise

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Dutch-built yachts: a rich tradition of excellence.

The world of yacht building has a rich history, and one country that stands out for its exceptional craftsmanship and innovation is the Netherlands. Dutch yacht builders have crafted a reputation as being among the world's very best. With a prestigious history of boat building that dates back centuries, the Netherlands has emerged as a hub for high-value, high-quality yacht construction. 

A history of Dutch boat building

The dominance of Dutch yacht builders in the superyacht industry can be traced back to the 1500s. The word "yacht" is from the Dutch word "jacht," which means hunting or hunt. The Dutch navy initially used yachts as light, fast sailing vessels to pursue pirates and other transgressors in the shallow waters of the Low Countries. However, wealthy Dutch merchants soon became interested in these vessels and began building private yachts for pleasure trips.

By the start of the 17th century, the Dutch had developed two categories of yachts: speel-jachten (or: pleasure yachts) for sport and oorlog-jachten (or: war yachts) for naval duties. Wealthy individuals began using their yachts for pleasure trips, and large "jacht" fleets were found along the Dutch coast. These early yachts varied in size and had a fore/aft gaff rig with a flat bottom and lee boards to allow operations in shallow waters.

This historical connection to the sea and maritime activities laid a solid foundation for the Dutch to excel in yacht construction. 

Dutch Yacht Builders: Masters of craftsmanship

Dutch yacht builders have earned a reputation for excellence in craftsmanship and innovation. Some of the most notable names in the industry have emerged from the Netherlands, including Feadship, Amels, Royal Huisman, Hakvoort, Heesen, Vitters, Oceanco, Moonen Yachts, Mulder Shipyard and Van der Valk Shipyard. These shipyards are heralded for their world-class build quality, high-tech facilities, and reliability in finishing projects on time and on budget. In fact, many of the yachts launched from Dutch shipyards are iconic and have won international awards.

Feadship: The epitome of custom yachts

One of the most prestigious Dutch yacht builders is Feadship, often referred to as the 'Rolls Royce' of yacht builders. Feadship is a partnership between two renowned Dutch shipyards, De Vries and Royal Van Lent. With a fleet of over 450 yachts, including iconic vessels like AQUARIUS and ECSTASEA, Feadship continues to push the boundaries of luxury yacht construction.

Amels: Setting the standard for quality

Founded in 1918, Amels is another prominent Dutch yacht builder that has made its mark in the superyacht industry. Known for exceptional build quality, Amels builds fully custom yachts up to 125 meters, or 410 feet, in length. They also offer their highly sought-after "Limited Edition Series." Amels has produced iconic yachts like HERE COMES THE SUN and a popular range of support yachts for superyachts through their parent company, DAMEN.

Royal Huisman: Masters of sailing yachts

Royal Huisman, a family-run shipyard founded in 1884, has a legacy of producing some of the finest sailing yachts in the world. Their fleet of maxi-yachts and performance cruisers has garnered numerous regatta honors and design awards. While their expertise is recognized worldwide for sailing yachts like ATHENA, Royal Huisman also constructs motor yachts, including the award-winning ARCADIA and HUSH.

Hakvoort: Exceptional craftmanship

With roots dating back to 1919, Hakvoort is a renowned Dutch shipyard that builds both sailing and motor yachts. From fully custom designs to their 55-meter semi-custom series, Hakvoort offers a range of options. Their yachts, constructed in steel and aluminum, have garnered acclaim for their exceptional craftsmanship. Notable yachts from Hakvoort include LADY MARINA (now: MY LADY) and APOSTROPHE.

Heesen: The pursuit of innovation

Heesen, founded in 1979, has quickly risen to prominence as one of the most innovative Dutch yacht builders. Initially known for their fast performance yachts, Heesen has expanded their capabilities to construct yachts up to 80 meters. They have gained notoriety for their revolutionary design and engineering, such as the Fast Displacement Hull Form seen on GALACTICA STAR (now: ILLUSION), a multi-award-winning yacht.

Vitters: Sailing excellence

Vitters, founded in 1990, is a respected name in the sailing yacht industry. They have built a reputation for constructing yachts that excel in superyacht regattas and international design competitions. With a focus on quality and design, Vitters has received accolades for yachts like SARISSA (now: SHARLOU), GANESHA, AQUIJO, and the motor yacht NINEMIA OF LONDON (now: MIA ZOI).

Oceanco: Setting new standards

Oceanco specializes in the construction of large, fully custom superyachts over 80 meters in length. Founded in 1990, Oceanco has gained recognition for its ability to bring the owner's vision to life, resulting in some of the industry's most well-known yachts, including ALFA NERO, ANASTASIA (now: WHEELS), and JUBILEE (now: KAOS).

Moonen Yachts: Combining heritage and innovation 

With a legacy spanning over 40 years, Moonen Yachts have been dedicated to creating exclusive and extraordinary superyachts within the 34 to 45-meter size range, including iconic classics like the Moonen 84 (AURORA) and Moonen 85 Long Range Cruiser (MIDNIGHT SAGA XII), as well as the contemporary Moonen Martinique series (COCOON). Their rich heritage and original vision has been maintained throughout the years by their close-knit team of in-house professionals and unwavering passion for what they do.

Mulder Shipyard: Exceptional and distinctive designs

Mulder Shipyard, a family-owned business, has gained recognition for its distinctive designs and the successful fusion of traditional craftsmanship with modern technology. The shipyard is renowned for its commitment to delivering motor yachts of exceptional quality, providing outstanding comfort and ensuring remarkable seaworthiness. Notable examples are the Flybridge A2 (now: MAHALO) and ThirtySix SOLEMATES.

Van der Valk Shipyard: Timeless excellence

Van der Valk Shipyard builds semi-custom and custom motor yachts ranging from 15 to 40 meters. Established in 1968, the shipyard gained recognition for their Vitesse series and later introduced the Continental series. The yard is known for high-end yachts at competitive prices, allowing extensive customization. Currently they have produced over 100 yachts, like the Raised Pilothouse yachts THE NEXT EPISODE (now: O NOSO UNO) and BLUE JEANS, and Flybridge DUTCH FALCON. 

The Dutch yacht building legacy continues

Dutch yacht builders have crafted a reputation for excellence that is unmatched in the superyacht industry. With a rich maritime history and a tradition of quality craftsmanship, the Netherlands has become a hub for high-value, high-quality yacht construction. From Feadship's fully custom yachts to the sailing excellence of Royal Huisman and Vitters, Dutch shipyards continue to push the boundaries of innovation and create iconic vessels that capture the imagination of yacht enthusiasts worldwide. The legacy of Dutch yacht building lives on, ensuring that the Netherlands remains at the forefront of luxury yacht construction for years to come.

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The design and build of a luxury yacht is a truly personal experience. Whether customising a design to be built, or striving to create a completely new concept altogether, superyacht owners will seek to work with a yacht builder that truly understands their vision, and can translate their dream design into a real vessel.

As Royal Huisman proudly states, “If you can dream it, we can build it!”

Those buying a new superyacht will therefore have many questions to ask themselves before settling on a suitable yacht builder and shipyard facility to carry out the project. Thankfully for these prospective owners, there are a number of luxury superyacht builders that have the ability to turn the biggest mega yacht dreams into reality.

Yachting Pages introduces the world’s top luxury yacht builders and their shipyard facilities , identifying some of the best superyachts along the way.

The best luxury superyacht builders in the world

1. lürssen, germany.

Based in Germany, Lürssen is one of the world's leading shipyards for large luxury yacht building, with a focus on excellence in custom-built superyachts. A family-owned shipyard for four generations, it claims the accolade of building the world’s first motor yacht back in 1886.

Responsible for building more than 13,000 vessels since 1875, Lürssen currently has eight shipyard facilities in Northern Germany, each specialising in a specific size of yacht ranging from 60 to 220 metres (197 to 722 feet) in length. Together these facilities offer 1,125,000 metres squared of space for new builds, as well as refit, repair and maintenance services.

Lürssen builds some of the largest luxury yachts in the world, including the iconic Azzam, the world’s current largest superyacht at 180 metres (590 feet) LOA.

2. Fincantieri Yachts, Italy

Fincantieri Yachts specialises in full-custom luxury pleasure yachts over 70 metres (230 feet) with no upper limit to the size or volume that it can produce. The renowned builder currently has a range of concepts and projects, including 70-metre (230-foot) superyacht Blanche.

Having manufactured in excess of 7,000 vessels in its 230-year history, including the 140-metre (459-foot) Ocean Victory, Fincantieri has a network of 18 shipyards across four continents, two design centres and a research centre, making it one of the largest Western shipyards in the world.

3. Benetti, Italy

Founded in 1873 and headquartered in Viareggio, Benetti is the world’s largest builder of superyachts by number built, with a production capacity of 100 units per year.

Most famous for building Sir Philip Green’s 90-metre (295-foot) Lionheart in 2016, 2019 was its breakthrough year with its first 100-metre+ (328-foot+) deliveries of Lana, Luminosity and IJE. This gave Benetti 2 nd , 3 rd and 4 th spots on the Top 10 Largest Superyachts Delivered in 2019 . As of 2024, Luminosity is for sale at €135,000,000 (c. $147,000,000).

4. Feadship, Netherlands

The home of full-custom superyachts, Feadship is one of the few shipyards worldwide that works to create completely custom yachts. It has worked with superyacht owners since the 19 th century to create one-off luxury motor yachts that are truly unique.

Feadship currently has four shipyard facilities in the Netherlands, with expansion underway at its Amsterdam facility in Western Harbour to offer the ability to build motor yachts as long as 160 metres (525 feet). To date, there are over 250 Feadship yachts in navigation, including 99-metre (324-foot) Madame Gu, 99.95-metre (327-foot) Moonrise, 101-metre (333-foot) Symphony, and 110-metre (361-foot) Anna.

5.  Amels, Netherlands

Located in Vlissingen, Amels operates the largest superyacht boatyard in the Netherlands, and is known to be one of the best superyacht builders in the world.

Amels has been operating for over 100 years and offers both Full Custom and Limited Editions, ranging from 55 to 83 metres (180 to 272 feet) LOA. Built on a proven platform and delivered in half the time expected of standard construction superyachts, all 40+ Limited Editions projects have so far been delivered on or ahead of contract, with 74-metre (242-foot) Amels 242 among the most recent to emerge from the yard. With several new projects currently under construction, Amels is likely to be among the top superyacht shipyards for many years to come.

6. Heesen Yachts, Netherlands

Heesen Yachts is known as one of the world’s luxury yacht builders, specialising in custom superyachts in the 30- to 65-metre (98- to 213-foot) range, but with the additional capability of building vessels of 80 metres (262 feet) and above.

With a focus on quality and innovation, Heesen has created many custom yachts with no two yachts the same. Founded in 1978, it was the first Dutch shipyard to employ aluminium for yacht hulls. In its 42 years, it has delivered more than 170 yachts, with aluminium, steel, displacement, semi-displacement and revolutionary fast displacement yachts making up its fleet. Its most famous vessels include the 65-metre (213-foot) Galatica Star, 70-metre (230-foot) Galatica Super Nova and 55-metre (180-foot) Serenity.

7. Nobiskrug, Germany

Having recently celebrated its 115 th anniversary, Nobiskrug began shipbuilding long before the term ‘superyacht’ was even coined. Drawing on its extensive experience in seagoing vessels, the shipyard turned to yacht building in 2000 with the completion of its inaugural superyacht project, the 92-metre (302-foot) Tatoosh. It has since delivered an impressive portfolio of innovative custom-built superyachts, pledging to work on a single project for a single client to build superyachts ready for the 22 nd century. A big statement of intent.

With two facilities in Northern Germany, the boatyard can currently build vessels ranging from 60 to 426 metres (197 to 1398 feet) in length. Over 1000 in-house employees work across the two sites, where they have developed and built numerous award-winning superyachts, including one of the industry’s most talked about vessels, 142-metre (466-foot) Sailing Yacht A.

2023 saw the launch of 70-metre (230-foot) Amoa. Her key numbers include a beam of 12.4 metres, a draft of 3.6 metres, and a volume of 1,900GT.

8. Oceanco, Netherlands

Oceanco specialises in building sophisticated custom yachts ranging from 80 to 140 metres (262 to 459 feet) in length. Offering a highly personal service to clients, Oceanco is positioned with state-of-the-art yacht building facilities in the Netherlands, and a design, sales and marketing office in Monaco.

The builder celebrated its first launch in 1992, and more than 30 years later its portfolio now includes well-known superyachts such as the 95-metre (311-foot) Indian Empress, 82-metre (269-foot) Alfa Nero, 88.5-metre (290-foot) Nirvana and 91.5-metre (300-foot) Equanimity.

9. Perini Navi, Italy

The Perini Navi Group is made up of four independent companies that operate in five specific markets: sailing yachts up to 60 metres (197 feet), large sailing yachts more than 60 metres, racing sailing yachts, fast cruising sailing yachts and Picchiotti motor yachts.

To date, the group has launched 58 sailing yachts and four motor yachts. Its track record for innovative sailing yachts has seen it set the standard for excellence in the sector, launching more yachts over 50 metres (164 feet) than any other builder. It's responsible for the iconic 88-metre (288-foot) three-masted schooner Maltese Falcon, which currently holds the title of the sixth largest sailing yacht in the world, and other award-winning sailing yachts, such as the 73-metre (239-foot) Nautilus, 70-metre (229-foot) Badis I and 64-metre (210-foot) Spirit Of The C’s.

10. Royal Huisman, Netherlands

Established in 1884, Royal Huisman is the only shipyard with two entries in the top 10 largest sailing yachts ever built. The 2020 launch of 81-metre (266-foot) Sea Eagle II was its tenth sailing yacht over 50 metres (164 feet) and its biggest yacht since 90-metre (295-foot) Athena in 2004, which was then the largest sailing yacht in the world. Despite being renowned for its luxury performance sailing yachts, Royal Huisman’s largest delivery in 2024 is expected to be the 65-metre (213-foot) Project 408, which will have a gross tonnage of 451GT.

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The history of shipbuilding in Rotterdam spans roughly four centuries. You find expertise, craftsmen, suppliers, shipyards and the required maritime services here. Furthermore, your ship features the latest innovations and is delivered exactly on time.

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The Rotterdam region is proficient in building all kinds of specialised ships that integrate complex technical solutions, ranging from naval vessels and dredgers to luxury yachts. The shipbuilding industry first grew to maturity in the areas around the inland waterways, and then concentrated around the port of Rotterdam. Each ship that leaves the yards is unique.Sustainability, CO2 reduction, digitisation and innovation are constant areas of focus. Builders of dredgers in particular, and all suppliers to the shipbuilding industry permanently work to innovate products and processes

A huge high-tech sector that supplies specialist parts. This region is at the forefront of developments in autonomous navigation and is involved in intensive trials and tests. Not just for inland shipping and short sea, but also for offshore.

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In addition to pioneering innovations, Rotterdam is also known for dependability. When you place an order in Rotterdam, you are assured of a ship of exceptionally high quality that is delivered exactly on time. The design can even be modified during construction.

Few shipbuilders can match this level of control. The Netherlands has a reputation as a well-organised country for good reason: Rotterdam is organised and knows how to get things done.

Conversion and on-demand

The shipyards in Rotterdam specialise in building new ships, carrying out repairs and maintenance. We also excel in major conversion projects that prepare an existing ship for a totally different function. Engineers and designers immediately start work on new drawings and design concepts.Many parts, including the most innovative, are made in the region, mostly on demand. Our talent for organisation is also a great asset when it comes to conversion projects.

Sometimes, we start an intensive planning and design process as much as two years beforehand when we know that a ship needs to be converted in ten days.

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Powell said the ‘time has come’ for interest rate cuts

Jerome Powell, the chair of the Federal Reserve, indicated today that the central bank was on track to lower borrowing costs at its meeting next month . For more than a year, the Fed has been holding interest rates at 5.3 percent, the highest level in more than two decades, to combat inflation. Now, Powell said, “The time has come for policy to adjust.”

While Powell stopped short of giving a clear hint at how large that move might be, he forcefully underscored that policymakers would act in order to protect the job market.

Ukraine ramped up its attacks in Russia

Ukrainian forces now control more than 400 square miles in the Kursk region of Russia, where they are fighting to isolate a large group of Russian soldiers. They have also launched a series of strikes at airfields, ports and oil depots in other parts of the country in an effort to degrade the Kremlin’s war effort. We mapped out Ukraine’s incursion , which has succeeded far beyond expectations.

However, Ukraine has yet to fulfill a key goal: drawing a significant number of Russian units from eastern Ukraine, where Kyiv’s forces continue to struggle. American officials are not convinced that Ukraine intends to hold its position in Russia long term .

In related news, Narendra Modi, the Indian prime minister, visited Ukraine in a potential step toward peace talks .

More top news

Immigration: Sixteen Republican-led states sued to stop a federal program that could give legal status to undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens .

Diplomacy: Jake Sullivan, the U.S. national security adviser, will travel to China next week .

Housing: The Justice Department filed an antitrust suit against RealPage, accusing the real estate software company of creating an illegal pricing scheme to overcharge tenants.

Middle East: Mediators plan to resume talks for a cease-fire agreement in Gaza next week , Israel said.

Italy: A final body was recovered from a yacht that sank off the coast of Sicily this week.

Bangladesh: Floods have killed at least 13 people and affected millions of others in the country’s northeast.

New York: The supply of drinking water for parts of Long Island is under threat , according to a new federal report.

Sports: The Paralympics will no longer ban competitors from displaying Olympic ring tattoos, ending a yearslong prohibition .

TIME TO UNWIND

Zoë kravitz was frustrated, so she made a movie.

Seven years ago, Zoë Kravitz, the actress and daughter of Lisa Bonet and Lenny Kravitz, sat down at a cafe in London and started writing her first screenplay. It was a way, she said, to express her frustrations around discomfort that women are meant to endure in their lives — and then told to smile through it.

Eventually, it turned into “Blink Twice,” a horror-mystery film that’s in theaters today.

For more: Here are the nine other movies our critics are talking about this week.

Ace your kids’ school lunches this year

During their child’s school years, parents can pack more than 1,000 lunches, which can become pretty monotonous. So we came up with some tips to keep things fresh , like inviting your child to help you pack the night before and organizing your kitchen the way a chef would.

Just remember: School-lunch traditions can be at odds with basic food safety rules around perishable items. If you’re including anything that you would put in the refrigerator, stuff in two ice packs as well.

Dinner table topics

Calling all bird-watchers: Scientists made a list of birds that have not been seen in years, and asked us to help find them.

Lost its magic: After David Copperfield vanished from New York, his neighbors said he left his once-ornate condominium in disrepair .

Girl vs. the boys: Horse racing is starved for star power. Thorpedo Anna is hoping to change that .

Charging guests: Would you pay to attend a wedding ?

WHAT TO DO THIS WEEKEND

Cook: College football season is beginning. We have all the tailgate recipes you might need .

Watch: John Woo’s remake of “The Killer” is a Times Critic’s Pick .

Read: Here are six new books we recommend this week .

Listen: On the Culture Desk podcast, we look at poetry that inspired some of Beyoncé’s work .

Explore: There is so much to love at Cleveland’s museums .

Avoid: Pharmacists want you to stop making these medication mistakes .

Compete: Take this week’s news quiz .

Play: Here are today’s Spelling Bee , Wordle and Mini Crossword . Find all of our games here .

ONE LAST THING

Designing for 74 square feet.

Beatriz Ramo López de Angulo, an architect living in the Netherlands, was so inspired by a minuscule cabin built by the modernist master Le Corbusier that she decided to turn a 74-square-foot storage space in her building in Rotterdam into a livable retreat.

The walls are bright and patterned, and the apartment is split into “rooms,” including a sleeping loft and — surprisingly — a black marble spa area with a whirlpool bath and an infrared sauna. Check out the space .

Have a maximized weekend.

Thanks for reading. I’ll be back on Monday. — Matthew

Kirsten Luce was our photo editor today.

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Matthew Cullen is the lead writer of The Evening , a Times newsletter covering the day’s top stories every weekday. More about Matthew Cullen