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<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a> has announced the sale of the third 26-metre Ocean Explorer 85 yacht, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17025" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yacht Project 51126.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2027">Project 511</a>. She is the sixth yacht sold within the line, with the second, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/65423" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="26m Steeler Ocean Explorer 85 yacht Moss on sea trials (2026-02-19 13:45:00 +0100)">Moss, having commenced sea trials this February</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/296259/image/large-ba5dae892420a69b6d95d88f97c47914.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/296259">According to the shipyard, the sale was celebrated last Friday at its facility in Meppel, attended by the owner and the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> team. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/17025" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yacht Project 51126.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2027">Project 511</a> features a steel, round-bilged hull with an aluminium superstructure. Inside, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6691" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kitty van der Kamp Design (Company)">Kitty van der Kemp</a> will oversee the fully customised interior design, tailored to the owner’s brief, with exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8225" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edwin van der Mark (Company)">Edwin van der Mark</a> and naval architecture by her builderFour well-appointed staterooms are located below deck, including a crew cabin for two and a utility room. The main deck is arranged around a flexible wheelhouse, a feature that can be enclosed or opened to the saloon via high/low partitions. This is complemented by a spacious galley and lounge area.The yacht’s flybridge offers a full wet bar, a dedicated sports area, and a forward-facing lounge. A key feature of this project is the electrically operated high/low flybridge windows, allowing the space to be opened or enclosed at the touch of a button.In terms of propulsion, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines, delivering a cruising speed of eight knots and a range of over 4,000 nautical miles.

Third 26m Steeler Ocean Explorer 85 yacht sold

Steeler Yachts has announced the sale of the third 26-metre Ocean Explorer 85 yacht, Project 511.

The 26-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moss26.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2026">Moss</a> has completed her first sea trials, departing from the yard’s facility in Meppel, The Netherlands.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385961/image/large-dca41f8fa234f61a9b70af5b74975603.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385961">Launched in January 2026, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moss26.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2026">Moss</a> is the second yacht in the Ocean Explorer 85 series, following on from her sistership <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aviso26.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2025">Aviso</a>, which was launched in 2025. According to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a>, her first trials confirmed her stability, handling and smooth cruising characteristics.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385958/image/large-b456e4935f0b74fae424d19d0521ea87.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385958"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moss26.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2026">Moss</a> has been developed in close collaboration with her owner-captain and features original design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8225" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edwin van der Mark (Company)">Edwin van der Mark</a>, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2260" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Delta B.V. (Company)">Studio Delta</a> and a fully-custom interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8660" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Kees Marcelis (Company)">Studio Kees Marcelis</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385960/image/large-3f236544615a45b6bbb46952d1b7afa6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385960">Her interior design is described as balancing functionality, comfort and understated elegance, and aims to reflect the practical demands of extended time at sea, alongside the aesthetic preferences of her owner.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385955/image/large-c0423df32ab766be3ab894c66f691050.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385955"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moss26.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2026">Moss</a> can comfortably accommodate up to six guests across a three stateroom configuration, while further accommodation is provided for two crew members in the form of one crew cabin.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385954/image/large-d56000c6ee67dc4d75776d8fed05f9c8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385954">Key features onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moss26.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2026">Moss</a> include a Jacuzzi and a tender crane on her fly beck, while her hydraulic bathing platform provides guests with direct access to the water. She has been built to CE-A standards and complies fully with Malta sCYC 2024 flag requirements, carrying an unrestricted navigation notation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385962/image/large-1fd13555c87643aaa8b631df9a3e4821.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385962">Notably, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moss26.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2026">Moss</a> is the first yacht to be completed at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a>’s Meppel facilities following the acquisition of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4784" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holterman Shipyard (Company)">Holterman Shipyard</a> in 2024. “Working with the knowledge and experience of two shipyards combined has turned into a great adventure, resulting in a yacht we are truly proud of today,” concluded Yard &amp; Project Manager Tim Wedzinga.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385957/image/large-411f424f67377c75c6cb6e72e17092bd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385957">&nbsp;“Together with the owner's team and their experience in interior design, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moss26.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2026">Moss</a> became a true explorer with a high-quality superyacht interior. The sea trials went very well, and she moves elegantly and confidently through the water.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385956/image/large-e37e470b796447c8b4172211cbb1ef70.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385956"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moss26.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2026">Moss</a> will now complete further sea trials before returning to the yard for final preparations ahead of handover and delivery at the end of February 2026.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/385959/image/large-2b219bd4b3f296ef8ae30616f205ffca.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/385959">

Moss: 26m Steeler yacht on sea trials

The 26-metre Steeler motor yacht Moss has completed her first sea trials, departing from the yard’s facility in Meppel, The Netherlands.

26m Steeler Ocean Explorer 85 yacht Moss on sea trials

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a> has announced the launch of the 26-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moss26.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2026">Moss</a> from its facility in Meppel, The Netherlands. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383389/image/large-965ff9a5078e41fa7abce342cb40f45b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383389">With an internal volume of 148 GT, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moss26.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2026">Moss</a> is the second yacht in the Ocean Explorer 85 series, following on from her sistership <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aviso26.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2025">Aviso</a>, which was launched in 2025. The launch of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moss26.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2026">Moss</a> also comes shortly after the successful transatlantic crossing of the Ocean Explorer 72 yacht Two Bubbles.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383386/image/large-a0806e80cdab38c888def76a243df27a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383386"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moss26.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2026">Moss</a> has been developed in close collaboration with her owner-captain and features original design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8225" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edwin van der Mark (Company)">Edwin van der Mark</a>, with naval architecture by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2260" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Delta B.V. (Company)">Studio Delta</a> and a fully-custom interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8660" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Kees Marcelis (Company)">Studio Kees Marcelis</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383385/image/large-f9a14575e2642c1e60091a063bb1f6bc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383385">&nbsp;Her interior design is described as balancing functionality, comfort and understated elegance, and aims to reflect the practical demands of extended time at sea, alongside the aesthetic preferences of her owner.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383388/image/large-f7b20e381da867aadf1f3868f38e7184.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383388"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moss26.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2026">Moss</a> can comfortably accommodate up to six guests across a three stateroom configuration, while further accommodation is provided for two crew members in the form of one crew cabin.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383383/image/large-0cb2cb4c754c9b4f06d486fb0d81977b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383383">Key features onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moss26.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2026">Moss</a> include a Jacuzzi and a tender crane on her fly beck, while her hydraulic bathing platform provides guests with direct access to the water. She has been built to CE-A standards and complies fully with Malta sCYC 2024 flag requirements, carrying an unrestricted navigation notation.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383390/image/large-b6cf692a2f1a0e0dfe75388dcd200f35.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383390"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13414" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moss26.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2026">Moss</a> is currently preparing for sea trials, after which she is scheduled to depart on her maiden voyage towards the Indian Ocean. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a> has delivered three Ocean Explorer models to date and with a second Ocean Explorer 72 recently commissioned, the fleet now totals five yachts.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/383387/image/large-472ceec73321814d2213dfa3b6608c96.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/383387">

Moss: 26m Steeler Ocean Explorer 85 yacht launched

Steeler Yachts has announced the launch of the 26-metre motor yacht Moss from its facility in Meppel, The Netherlands. 

Second 26m Steeler Ocean Explorer 85 yacht Moss launched

Who owns Dutch yacht builders

We take a look at the ownership structures behind the Dutch shipyards and yacht builders.

Who owns the Dutch yacht builders?

Francesca Webster sits down with Hans Webbink, founder and CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a>, in this exclusive interview about his entrepreneurial journey.Since its founding in 2010, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a> has carved out a distinct identity in the yachting world – one defined by full customisation, innovative design, and a deeply personal approach to craftsmanship. In this interview, founder Hans Webbink reflects on his career, the shipyard’s unconventional journey, the challenges of scaling a boutique brand, and how recent milestones – including the acquisition of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4784" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holterman Shipyard (Company)">Holterman Shipyard</a> – are setting the stage for the next chapter in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler’s</a> evolution.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364027/image/large-66a4df2871dadae0fd868913bfc1b85f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364027">You had a varied corporate career before establishing&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a>, can you share a bit of your story?I began competitive sailing as an Optimist at the age of four, and from that moment, boats and watersports became a central part of my life. While studying Business Economics at Groningen University, I was part of the Dutch Olympic team in the Flying Dutchman class. To support my sailing, I began trading sailboats.After university, I joined Shell as an oil trader, living and working across Europe, the Middle East and the Caribbean. Sailing became a weekend pursuit. Following the Gulf War – during which I spent five months as a ‘guest’ of Saddam Hussein while serving as GM of Shell Kuwait – I left Shell and took on a global marketing and sales role at Philips. However, the constant relocations began to wear thin. By forty, I realised my true passion lay in boats.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/333483/image/large-d34e2731df7d8e20bfd64885082905cd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/333483">In 2001, I left the corporate world and launched Antaris, a yard specialising in fibreglass dayboats and cruisers. Focused on functionality through innovation, we became market leader in the Netherlands by 2008, producing 300 boats annually. After merging with Maril and Makma to form Aquatec Industries – which captured over 50% market share – I sold the company in search of a new challenge, and founded <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a>.The vision was bold: steel yachts that were twice as fast, twice as elegant, and fully custom-built. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> launched strongly in 2010, but the financial crisis soon hit, shrinking the steel yacht market by 60%. We pivoted, aiming to compete with leading producers of fast fibreglass yachts. In collaboration with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman (Company)">Royal Huisman</a>, we introduced the NG43 Offshore – our first aluminium planing motoryacht. This highly efficient, custom-built vessel won the 2016 European Powerboat of the Year award, making <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> the first Dutch yard to triumph in this competitive category.When you founded&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a>&nbsp;in 2010, what gap in the market were you aiming to fill and how has that vision evolved?At the time, steel motoryachts had a poor reputation – slow, boxy, and standardised, often likened to “caravans on the water.” Buyers had little room for personalisation, which felt entirely at odds with the investment required.Steeler was created to change that. From the outset, our philosophy was simple: we don’t sell yachts – we build exactly what each client needs. Full customisation became our cornerstone. Working with designer Martin Bekebrede, we launched the NG series – a platform combining timeless design with exceptional space utilisation. No two builds are alike, and we’ve delivered 110 unique motoryachts to date.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/289732/image/large-f411ceaa0c583f40202a4fd04ed2fab5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/289732">We also challenged performance expectations. Instead of limiting clients to inland cruising speeds, we designed yachts capable of 10 to 15 knots – ideal for both rivers and coastal waters. As the market responded, recognition followed, with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> receiving awards and nominations almost every year since 2011. In 2013, we collaborated with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/122" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Royal Huisman (Company)">Royal Huisman</a> to develop our first aluminium planing yacht, the NG43 Offshore. Its exceptional efficiency and handling won the European Powerboat of the Year award in 2016 – the first Dutch yard to do so in the production-dominated category.Our move into aluminium planing yachts expanded the concept further. Aluminium offered strength, efficiency, and stability – a compelling alternative to mass-produced fibreglass yachts. Though more costly to build, the result was a better yacht.While our client-first approach mirrors that of Dutch superyacht builders, it’s rare in the 50 to 100-foot segment. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> now attracts owners seeking a more private, lower-maintenance alternative to larger yachts – without compromising on quality. Many describe us as a “barn find” in the market.With the acquisition of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4784" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holterman Shipyard (Company)">Holterman Shipyard</a> and sixteen yachts currently in build – a record for us – we’re focused on growing global recognition for a boutique shipyard offering a superyacht experience on a smaller scale.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/364028/image/large-0e792fcc12257b4de507d414c7f5749a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/364028">What were some of the biggest challenges in scaling a brand that prioritises bespoke craftsmanship?The main challenges have been twofold. First, limited resources for global marketing have made it difficult to reach our niche audience – highly discerning clients who often don’t know about us until they “discover” <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a>. Fortunately, once they do, our 99% customer loyalty since 2010 speaks volumes.Second, inflation presents risks during our typical two-year build cycle. This requires a foundation of trust and transparency with clients to navigate unexpected cost fluctuations together.What sets&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a>&nbsp;apart in a highly competitive industry?In the 50 to 100-foot segment, our proposition is unique: full customisation, innovative design, personal service, and top-tier craftsmanship. While we lack economies of scale, this is precisely why our clients choose us – for our boutique approach and relentless focus on exceeding expectations.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/296260/image/large-4bbf4f4afa92522d93f1c06411993556.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/296260">What led to the decision to acquire&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4784" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holterman Shipyard (Company)">Holterman</a>&nbsp;– and why now?A surge in orders for our Ocean Explorer, Enigma, Ace 59, Supersport, and S-lines created a capacity bottleneck at our yard in Steenwijk. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4784" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holterman Shipyard (Company)">Holterman</a>, just ten minutes away, had the space, skilled team, and shared values – many of their staff even had previous ties to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a>.Although the bankruptcy was traumatic for the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4784" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holterman Shipyard (Company)">Holterman</a> team, the transition was smooth. Production in Meppel, the Netherlands has resumed at full strength, with both teams now working seamlessly together. Initially, there was natural rivalry – we had been competitors for years. But through open dialogue, shared vision, and simply working side-by-side, that tension quickly turned into mutual respect. Today, there’s a strong sense of collaboration and learning between both teams.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/296259/image/large-753fbd78f9740bc1d8004334be3441b6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/296259">What’s your vision for&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a>&nbsp;over the next five years?With added capacity, we aim to deliver at least ten yachts per year without compromising our boutique identity. This scale enables greater investment in product development and branding – positioning <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> as a global leader in the niche of small, custom superyachts.&nbsp;What advice would you give someone starting a yacht-building company today?If you think you’ve been busy in corporate life – just wait. But if you have a vision that genuinely offers something different for yacht buyers, go for it. Be brutally honest about your strengths, surround yourself with the best, and build a business plan that leaves no blind spots.This article was first published in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/superyacht-times-issue-53-published" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Issue 53 of the SuperYacht Times newspaper, available for download here.</a>

Steeler Yachts Ceo Hans Webbink

Francesca Webster sits down with the founder and CEO of Steeler Yachts in this exclusive interview about his entrepreneurial journey

Entrepreneur in Yachting: Hans Webbink of Steeler Yachts

The first 26-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> 26M Ocean Explorer motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aviso26.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2025">Aviso</a> is on sea trials following her launch in April, and is due to be delivered later this year. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/360501/image/large-41b370dc50c7c4a042150f64d79d578c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/360501">The motor yacht is the second of the Ocean Explorer range, which also encompasses the 22-metre Ocean Explorer motor model.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/360499/image/large-35367d156a28905c07b2f87cc4d8a148.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/360499">With a beam of 6.45-metres, the vessel hosts eight guests across a four stateroom layout. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/13413" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aviso26.0m (85'4&quot;)Steeler Yachts2025">Aviso</a> features interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6691" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kitty van der Kamp Design (Company)">Kitty van der Kamp Design</a>, while her exterior design was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/8225" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edwin van der Mark (Company)">Edwin van der Mark</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a>, and her naval architecture is credited to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2260" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Studio Delta B.V. (Company)">Studio Delta</a>.&nbsp;On her fly deck is a Jacuzzi and a crane to lift her tender both into the water and onto her deck. The motor yacht also boasts a hydraulic bathing platform for further immersion with the water. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/360498/image/large-95709105a5c51734c14a2f04f01a7268.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/360498">Regarding her propulsion system, the yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> 394 horsepower engines. Moreover, the vessel is composed of a steel hull and an aluminium superstructure.&nbsp;

First Steeler 26M Ocean Explorer yacht on sea trials 

The second 26-metre Steeler 26M Ocean Explorer motor yacht is on sea trials, and is due to be launched later this year. 


First Steeler 26M Ocean Explorer motor yacht Aviso on sea trials 

Construction of the second 26-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> 26M Ocean Explorer motor yacht is underway, as she has been transported to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6611" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Multiship Holland BV (Company)">Multiship Holland</a> in Harlingen, the Netherlands, where she will be sandblasted and primed. The second 26-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> 26M Ocean Explorer is the third of the Ocean Explorer range, which also encompasses the first 22-metre Ocean Explorer motor yacht. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/349241/image/large-17aa1ec8e9a4a97f8862f889316f6643.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/349241"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/349216/image/large-803223d687ad7efbb59ac0f13324eeb7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/349216">In March, the second <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> 26M Ocean Explorer motor yacht will arrive at Meppel to continue her construction process. Meanwhile, the first <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> 26M Ocean Explorer yacht is due to be launched in April. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/349242/image/large-71bd44dd81a5707e47c87e655e0230b4.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/349242"> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/349215/image/large-ec83143a02b70ddb6c78fe91c6e1e6c4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/349215">With a beam of 6.6-metres, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> 26M Ocean Explorer yacht hosts guests across a three stateroom configuration, while further accommodation is provided for two crew members in the form of one crew cabin. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/349214/image/large-d20fbb2bdad58c194c23a1e221ced22f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/349214"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/349240/image/large-265c2effc41c3a03d536dbc27aeb5815.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/349240">On her fly deck is a Jacuzzi and a crane to lift her tender both into the water and onto her deck. The yacht also boasts a hydraulic bathing platform for further immersion with the water.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/349213/image/large-cd78864f8dd6ff86f0ff66f3416efd37.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/349213">Regarding her propulsion system, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> 26M Ocean Explorer yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> 394 horsepower engines and is fitted with a twin 20 kilowatt genset. Moreover, the vessel is composed of a steel hull and an aluminium superstructure. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/349243/image/large-f0ca62058ed05908c358fac15f0c900e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/349243">

Second Steeler 26M Ocean Explorer yacht in-build 

Construction of the second 26-metre Steeler 26M Ocean Explorer motor yacht is underway.

Second Steeler 26M Ocean Explorer motor yacht in-build 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a>, based in the Netherlands, has officially taken over the operations of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4784" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holterman Shipyard (Company)">Holterman Shipyard</a> in Meppel following its bankruptcy declaration last week. This acquisition grants <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a> the necessary production capacity expansion to meet increasing demand.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/333483/image/large-d34e2731df7d8e20bfd64885082905cd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/333483">The strategic location of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4784" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holterman Shipyard (Company)">Holterman Shipyard</a>, situated just 10 minutes from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a>'s existing facilities, presents substantial opportunities for expansion in the high-end segment of aluminum and steel-built motor yachts. This proximity is poised to enhance operational efficiencies and drive further growth.Moreover, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a> has announced plans to immediately restart production, primarily employing former staff of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4784" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holterman Shipyard (Company)">Holterman Shipyard</a>. This takeover provides the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4784" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holterman Shipyard (Company)">Holterman</a> team with an opportunity to resume their careers and continue their craftsmanship following a period of uncertainty, thereby offering much-needed job security.Over the past decade, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4784" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Holterman Shipyard (Company)">Holterman Shipyard</a> have been intense international rivals, known for providing fully custom superyacht experiences within the 15 to 30-metre range. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a> is optimistic that the combined expertise of the two teams will elevate the standards in delivering bespoke yachting experiences.

Steeler Yachts acquires Holterman Shipyard

Steeler Yachts, based in the Netherlands, is reportedly poised to take over the Dutch yacht builder, Holterman Shipyard.

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4705" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="HP High Pressure SRL (Company)">HP Watermakers</a> emerged in 1995 as a branch of the Zucco family's manufacturing company specialising in the production of high-pressure parts for watermakers. With a &nbsp;production facility on the outskirts of Milan, &nbsp;everything from the design to the final factory testing takes place in-house.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/296154/image/large-d12b185c3ecbb1a4a93cd26f5049b415.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/296154">One of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4705" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="HP High Pressure SRL (Company)">HP Watermakers</a>’ most recent innovations, the HP Part-Net interface, has transformed the way desalination plants are utilised on board yachts. Even before the introduction of Part-NET, its RP TRONIC pressure regulation system had propelled <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4705" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="HP High Pressure SRL (Company)">HP Watermakers</a> ahead in terms of user-friendliness. But watermakers were still hidden away inside technical spaces or engine rooms. Part-NET shattered this norm by bringing the watermaker onto the multifunction display (MFD), allowing captains to access all functionalities directly on any chartplotter or domotic system.<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/hp-high-pressure-srl" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">HP Watermakers</a>' carries out its own research and development to stay at the cutting-edge of technological developments. As a small, nimble family company, it has the agility to swiftly respond to new challenges and ideas. With a technical team with decades of experience in the field, it can turn an idea into a final product within days by employing advanced machinery such as CNC laser-cutting machines, 5-axis turning and milling machines. By producing 85 per cent of the components in-house, HP Watermakers maintains a steady control over the manufacturing process to guarantee high quality.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/296152/image/large-2b2ce1274db3599c941e6cc9668398d9.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/296152">“While the industry faces numerous challenges today, we’ve proactively tackled supply chain distribution by maintaining a substantial stock of materials for the production of hundreds of units,” says Gianna Zucco, co-founder of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4705" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="HP High Pressure SRL (Company)">HP Watermakers</a>. “The small-scale manufacturing setup requires a high level of stock to facilitate fast deliveries and prevent material shortages that could disrupt production and cash flow. To build a solid foundation for the company, our management has consistently reinvested its profits into securing a stable and sustainable supply chain.”Approximately 95 percent of production is destined for the yacht and superyacht industry, amounting to around 400 units per year and the company is among the few watermaker companies worldwide that manufacture a significant portion of their own components. Moreover, since 2019 it has helped pioneer the production of the only MFD-interfaced watermaker available on the market, garnering acclaim from end-users in the process. Recently, a new addition to its product lineup was revealed: the most compact 500 lt/h unit on the market. Built on the frame of a 120 lt/h unit, it consumes just 3KW/h.Looking ahead, the company anticipates significant developments in the sector as people spend longer stretches of time aboard their yachts, necessitating the autonomous generation of energy and water as basic necessities. “In this scenario, our strategic positioning as a supplier becomes crucial as we strive to guarantee the always-on production of fresh water on board,” says Zucco.Digitalisation has emerged as a vital component of the company’s operations. In 2017, it introduced its BiBi® system, enabling remote control of the unit via the internet. Over 200 yachts currently utilise this service, allowing HP service technicians to identify and prevent issues by remotely accessing the units. By diagnosing problems and dispatching the appropriate parts before the issue escalates, BiBi® has proven to be a powerful asset in ensuring problem-free cruising. Moreover, installing BiBi® comes with a four-year warranty.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/296153/image/large-6c2bc856c2e49600b1e30e01de2ddfdd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/296153">To ensure comprehensive service and support for the global fleet of yachts, the company operates four offices and stores worldwide, located in Fort Lauderdale, Dubai, Cape Town and Male. It has also established a sales and service network spanning 53 countries, which allows the team to swiftly address the needs of clientele across the globe.&nbsp;“As <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4705" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="HP High Pressure SRL (Company)">HP Watermakers</a> continues to pioneer advancements in the water desalination sector, we are focused on pushing the boundaries of innovation,” concludes Zucco. “By leveraging cutting-edge technology, expanding our global presence and prioritising customer satisfaction, we are poised to shape the future of watermakers for the yachting industry.”&nbsp;Into to the detailsProducing more than 300 units per year, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4705" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="HP High Pressure SRL (Company)">HP Watermakers</a> had a turnover in 2022 of €3 million, with a prediction for 2023 to exceed this turnover. The company supplies 80 percent of its products to businesses outside of the Italian industry and 95 percent of the turnover comes from the luxury yacht market.&nbsp;Principal yachting customers are; Dutch yards <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1484" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wajer Yachts (Company)">Wajer</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5752" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vanquish Yachts (Company)">Vanquish</a>, Italian yards <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/374" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sanlorenzo (Company)">Sanlorenzo</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2429" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Absolute Yachting (Company)">Absolute</a> and the Spanish yacht builder Sasga and the company’s top model is the SCA Model launched to the market in 2021.&nbsp;

Water desalination with HP Watermakers

HP Watermakers: Reshaping water desalination

Netherlands-based yacht builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a> has unveiled the first renderings of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> 26M Ocean Explorer yacht. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/296259/image/large-753fbd78f9740bc1d8004334be3441b6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/296259">Designed with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, the first hull in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> 26M Ocean Explorer yacht series began construction in November 2023, with the second hull due to begin construction in summer 2024.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/296257/image/large-55eff43873187cd86a8887f064b56338.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/296257">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> 26M Ocean Explorer yacht is characterised by sleek lines and a robust profile, and has been designed in-full by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a>. She boasts a beam of 6.6-metres, with an expected 110 tons at 50 percent load. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/296258/image/large-9888ba22077ea38a4fc4ca66155238ab.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/296258">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> 26M Ocean Explorer yacht can comfortably accommodate up to eight guests across a four stateroom configuration, consisting of an owner’s stateroom, a VIP suite and two twin staterooms, all with ensuite bathrooms. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/296260/image/large-4bbf4f4afa92522d93f1c06411993556.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/296260">In terms of propulsion, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> 26M Ocean Explorer yacht features a rounded bilged hull and is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1441" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MAN (Company)">MAN</a> engines. She will be &nbsp;built according to CE classification and additional CVO classification for European inland waterways will be applicable.

Introducing the Steeler 26M Ocean Explorer yacht

Steeler Yachts has unveiled the first renderings of the Steeler 26M Ocean Explorer yacht. 

First Steeler 26M Ocean Explorer yacht in-build

From childhood friends to running <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure Yacht Design and Naval Architecture</a>, Erik Spek and Onne Logger’s bond has been as steadfast as their combined expertise. They reunited at their previous job at a renowned Dutch shipbuilder and now combine Erik's hands-on experience and Onne's theoretical mastery at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/289729/image/large-367e07bf500294d19e8243db2c780836.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/289729" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Their Netherlands-based venture <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure Yacht Design and Naval Architecture</a> boasts successful milestones; with the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> 700 series, the 86-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/36" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Derecktor Shipyards (Company)">Derecktor</a> superyacht, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/28" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aquila85.6m (280'10&quot;)Derecktor Shipyards2010">Aquila</a>, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a> SeaXplorer series, and the 94-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6299" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viva94.0m (308'5&quot;)Feadship2021">VIVA</a>, to name just a few. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/289730/image/large-f1d96211e78f720b6b5fac762a515e71.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/289730" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">At the studioToday, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure</a> is structured as a flat organisation with 30 dedicated employees headed by the dynamic duo, who boast 50 years of expertise. The team is a mixture of experienced yachting specialists and ambitious young professionals. The humble, yet incredibly successful, company continues to push boundaries and meet design expectations to craft some of the world’s most outstanding superyachts. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/289731/image/large-98df113d1b90648832fc8507d561a02e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/289731">Most of the core team are naval architects, crafting some of the world's most impressive vessels. Another segment of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure</a> works closely with owners and representatives in aiding clients in developing, visualising, and realising their visions. Throughout the yacht’s build, this specialised team consistently communicates with the shipyard and aids the owner’s team and crew finalising the last details, even after launch. Their direct yet respectful approach underpins <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure's</a> ethos with the client at the forefront. The company is notorious for delivering exceptional yachts, often pushing the boundaries for groundbreaking designs and exceeding expectations for owners, shipyards, and yacht enthusiasts. With 37 new builds in the water and 18 projects under construction, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure</a> has established itself a name in the industry. Discover a coveted select of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure's</a> most prized projects to date.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/289732/image/large-f411ceaa0c583f40202a4fd04ed2fab5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/289732">Exterior design and layout development of 75-metre&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7275" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kenshō75.18m (246'8&quot;)Admiral2022">Kenshō</a>&nbsp;and unique limousine tenderFor this project "the owner envisioned a 50-metre superyacht with residential features such as high ceilings and sailing yacht views. Her length increased by 25-metres during the design process. Collaborating closely with the owner, we crafted the exterior design to be meticulously shaped for both aesthetics and functionality," remarks Onne. The conceived 75.18-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7275" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kenshō75.18m (246'8&quot;)Admiral2022">Kenshō</a> is considered exceptional as she has gone on to win multiple awards this year.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/289901/image/large-5c312c91610ec47459928847893312f3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/289901">"This was an incredibly unique build for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5565" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Italian Sea Group (Company)">The Italian Sea Group</a> and subcontractors involved. At <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure</a> we designed the lower deck engine room to accommodate the guest cabins connected to the aft swim platform which was a first for this size of a superyacht. Also, the matching limousine tender with a folding roof top is developed and styled in the same form language by our design team. Built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a>, the tender is an eye-catcher." A stunning replica of the main yacht, the limousine tender features a convertible lowered roof and foredeck ladder for beach docking.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/289882/image/large-0899041b0011e2d5c54db3dd06e16be6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/289882" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Epitomising luxury at sea, with an exterior inspired by nature, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7275" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Kenshō75.18m (246'8&quot;)Admiral2022">Kenshō's</a> uniquely designed swim platform infinity pool is an impressive feature to behold, a prize of the superyacht, thanks to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure's</a> holistic design approach resulting in winning the second Motor Yacht of the Year Award for <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure Yacht Design</a> after <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6299" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viva94.0m (308'5&quot;)Feadship2021">VIVA</a> in 2022.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/194181/image/large-a921e0e372112a6ecabfddd281b5012a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/194181">Exterior design and layout development of 94-metre&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6299" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viva94.0m (308'5&quot;)Feadship2021">VIVA</a>Launched in 2021, acclaimed as one of the largest yachts built that year, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6299" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viva94.0m (308'5&quot;)Feadship2021">VIVA</a> is a stellar example of the exterior design work of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure Yacht Design</a>. A collaborative effort with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship's</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/30" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="De Voogt Naval Architects (Company)">Studio De Voogt</a>, the superyacht showcases exceptional simplicity with clean lines and a timeless finish. A highlight includes her curved floor-to-ceiling windows and her subtle pearl-white metallic finish. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/289883/image/large-f3bfd1c8e235e5f896e9bc0f6564ec0b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/289883">For <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6299" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Viva94.0m (308'5&quot;)Feadship2021">VIVA</a> "we searched for the ultimate layout with over 28 complete General Arrangement Plans. A proud feature of ours is her expansive beach club with an unobstructed pool view and a large fold-down transom door extending the swim platform area."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/265047/image/large-262c7eb0ffb22c42ca37841fa9f6e774.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/265047">Refit exterior design and naval architecture of 89-metre&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5732" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Here Comes The Sun89.0m (291'12&quot;)Amels2016">Here Comes the Sun</a>&nbsp; In 2020, superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5732" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Here Comes The Sun89.0m (291'12&quot;)Amels2016">Here Comes the Sun</a> returned to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> for a rebuild supervised by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure Yacht Design</a>, who intended to pay homage to her original classical design. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/265051/image/large-0ff99d97f881de45faf3bde69629bb65.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/265051"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/265053/image/large-3feee8711753e60dd783c004cc2f53cf.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/265053">"Our main goal was to optimise onboard experience while maintaining function and form. We added an additional six metres to the vessel" Erik remarks. “Designed around people rather than an exercise in design for design's sake, her general arrangement is outstanding: the flow just works seamlessly both for guests and crew.” <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure</a> added "an amazing beach and pool area thanks to the extension", another highlight was the yacht’s "modern paint scheme which gifted her a timeless and modern look."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/289084/image/large-6620d8df7639f2f775ee2781aee59483.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/289084">Building supervision and naval architecture of 103-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship De Vries 1011102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Project 1011</a>An exciting <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure Naval Architecture</a> quest was the recently launched 102.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship De Vries 1011102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Project 1011</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure</a> oversaw the building supervision as part of the owner's representative team as well as crafting the groundbreaking naval architecture.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/289087/image/large-5bc71c72f7714da9c11c0650c1060191.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/289087" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship De Vries 1011102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Project 1011</a> boasts 1,100 square metres of exterior glass that includes twenty exterior sliding doors and twelve glass windbreaks. She was built for a highly experienced owner who was closely involved in every detail of the build from the start. A key design element of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/10678" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship De Vries 1011102.6m (336'7&quot;)Feadship2024">Project 1011</a> is her single deck engine room that minimises the impact of the technical spaces and therefore maximises the guest spaces. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/289826/image/large-49cfa9870749aa419747cf01cab681a6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/289826">Seeking the pinnacle of yacht co-creation? Develop, visualise, and actualise your yacht dream for both new builds and refits with an independent party at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure Yacht Design and Naval Architecture</a>.

Azure: Celebrating 20 years of exceptional Yacht Design

Celebrating 20 years of exceptional Yacht Design and Naval Architecture. Discover a coveted select of Azure's most prized projects to date.

Azure: Celebrating 20 years of exceptional Yacht Design and Naval Architecture

A superyacht's best companion is her tender. In Issue 39 of the SuperYacht Times newspaper, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/53912" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYacht Times Issue 39 has arrived (2021-10-20 15:45:00 +0200)">published earlier this month</a>, we took a closer look at some of the most forward-thinking tender companies, and their diverse fleet of tenders. Whether it's speed or style you're after, these brands will be sure to tick the boxes.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/209854/image/large-c676966d2da1c69b3605374e5ce3da9c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/209854"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander Yachts</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> has been driving innovation since 2002. At the helm of the company is Sieste Koopmans who is committed to creating a line of sports cruisers that are design-driven and shaped by boating experience alone. The result is an astounding fleet comprising well over 40 yachts.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/208137/image/large-08ebb2381e30776742765f94cd05cdd6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/208137">Working alongside the award-winning designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/43" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cor D. Rover Design (Company)">Cor D. Rover</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1416" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeelander Yachts (Company)">Zeelander</a> has now created three innovative yachts that combine cutting-edge performance with a stately design. The tender launched its first, and smallest model, the Z44&nbsp;at the Monaco Yacht Show in 2008. The Z44 was well received and has continually been praised by owners as “a piece of art”.<ul><li><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/53845" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tender spotlight: Zeelander Yachts' new Z5 series (2021-10-06 16:00:00 +0200)">Tender spotlight: Zeelander Yachts' new Z5 series</a></li><li><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/53593" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Video: How Zeelander builds its bespoke yachts (2021-08-24 10:00:00 +0200)">Video: How Zeelander builds its bespoke yachts</a></li></ul><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/208138/image/large-d7aeb434c0c7820f8a79d0627dd125ae.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/208138">Now being teased is the all-new Z5, a 48ft powerhouse set to hit the market next year. In keeping with the rest of the fleet, the Z5 promises a heady mix of grace and agility, and she has been described as “effortlessly powerful and dangerously seductive – with endless options for personalisation”.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/208131/image/large-1c8f21bd0366c47f5be2ad0b16875998.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/208131"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2419" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fassmer (Company)">Fassmer</a> The internationally renowned and family-run <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2419" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fassmer (Company)">Fassmer</a> shipyard has now passed down to its fifth generation. This is the only tender from this bill to be based in Germany, and the company prides itself on its sophisticated and functional builds that have been crafted by local hands. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2419" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fassmer (Company)">Fassmer</a> pairs up this sophistication and practicality with sleek and luxurious trims to create the most pleasurable cruising experience.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/115937/image/large-3168cc128f3b591c5d339fb1bf317eb6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/115937">Safety is at the top of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2419" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fassmer (Company)">Fassmer</a>’s agenda, which is why three of the six yachts in its lineup – the SEL-RT 7.5, the SEL-T 10.75, and the TL-Limo 1100 – come fully SOLAS-certified. What makes these <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2419" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fassmer (Company)">Fassmer</a> vessels so special though, is that they buck the trend of how a lifeboat should look. Take the TL-Limo 1100 – &nbsp;it’s stylish, comfortable and a joy to handle. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/115939/image/large-b1c3d9141f5ae2403967d3e72172c6cb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/115939"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5721" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Waterdream Boats (Company)">Waterdream Boats</a> Bernhard van Oranje founded <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5721" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Waterdream Boats (Company)">Waterdream</a> in 2012 with the vision to create seaworthy and fast vessels that give a “wow factor you feel in your lower abdomen”. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5721" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Waterdream Boats (Company)">Waterdream</a> builds all of its boats to order with its in-house designers, working hard to make every dream a reality.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/183087/image/large-89be1919e369db4f0fbe457c5bdc55d3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/183087">The Netherlands based builder currently has seven models in its fleet. So, whether you’re looking for a vessel to meander through city waterways, or something to tackle the open sea, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5721" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Waterdream Boats (Company)">Waterdream</a> has the versatility to match your needs.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/183084/image/large-c1bb29f4b1568b088d9b8847e611ce47.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/183084"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5721" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Waterdream Boats (Company)">Waterdream</a> will soon bolster its ranks with the 78’ California. The tender company has teamed up with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a> to design this forthcoming model. Together, they’ve penned a promising design that will reinvent the interior of the current California line, and include a cavernous main deck saloon. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/183083/image/large-319ccfa567cd6ee92274df600d7a6026.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/183083"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4188" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Windy Boats (Company)"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4188" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Windy Boats (Company)"></a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4188" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Windy Boats (Company)">Windy Boats</a> During the decade of peace and love, the Scandinavian giant <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4188" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Windy Boats (Company)">Windy</a> launched its first sports boats. It was in 1966 when the tender set the mark for performance and craftsmanship. Fifty years on, and the brand has maintained its drive to be the best: “it’s in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4188" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Windy Boats (Company)">Windy</a> DNA''.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/209156/image/large-1da14b7a5b235e471245e42d193a5e7a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/209156"> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4188" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Windy Boats (Company)">Windy</a>’s fleet is split between two ranges: Sport Cruisers and SR Line. The former consists of seven models, all of which weigh in with distinctive character and class. The largest of the bunch is the 39 Camira, which has been described as the ultimate pedigree – it's slick, agile, and can hit speeds of 45 knots.<ul><li><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/53904" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tender spotlight: Windy Boats’ SLR60 chase boat (2021-10-18 12:15:00 +0200)">Tender spotlight: Windy Boats’ SLR60 chase boat</a></li></ul><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/209162/image/large-bf52ce5114ef5542f92395ae2fb9a985.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/209162">&nbsp;Meanwhile the SR Line is sporty through and through. The range has a devilish streak that intersects class with speed. The result is a collection of astounding yachts. Windy also does custom builds and has worked with many clients to create the perfect yacht to meet their needs.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lekker Boats (Company)">Lekker Boats</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lekker Boats (Company)">Lekker Boats</a> entered the scene in 2013 and have since launched two beautifully crafted boats: the Damsko 750 and the larger Damsko 1000. The tender is now prepping and priming a third vessel, the Lekker 41 which will be launched in the summer of next year.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/209853/image/large-740296e4c0fe0883c5c743becde1b26b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/209853">There is a strict design policy at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lekker Boats (Company)">Lekker Boats</a>: premium materials and top-tier craftsmanship. The tender ensures that every boat that leaves its yard will remain an aesthetic marvel and maintenance-free throughout its life under ownership.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/209852/image/large-23bb5e7210fb3060396322fce7be3dae.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/209852">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5220" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lekker Boats (Company)">Lekker</a> Damsko is testament to this. Dubbed a true modern classic, the Damsko infuses the best of two worlds – it combines the comfort and socialising elements that the Dutch are well known for, with the power and durability of their Australian counterparts. This combination makes the Damsko a formidable force.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a> <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a> has proven time and time again that their motor yachts are a force to be reckoned with. The ethos at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler Yachts</a> is to exceed its meticulous standards, every time. Hence their success at the European Powerboat of the Year award: six times finalist and three times winner.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/209855/image/large-2a20ea75452579a8d3e6983db20d2beb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/209855">Every <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> yacht is crafted to order and constructed from a choice of fine materials. Thus ensuring that their boats always stand up to every challenge their owners demand. The tender company has now successfully delivered more than 60 yachts over the past decade. Those that have more recently left the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5726" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Steeler Yachts (Company)">Steeler</a> shipyard come fitted with an innovative S-design hull.&nbsp;Whilst the company has an impressive portfolio of vessels, it is the Bronson range that grabs the limelight. The middle vessel of the range – the 14.99-metre Bronson 50 – is pegged as one of the first tenders to blur the line between tender and motor yacht. Able to accommodate as many as six guests, the yacht has a split level layout and unexpected interior volumes.This article was originally published in&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/53912" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="SuperYacht Times Issue 39 has arrived (2021-10-20 15:45:00 +0200)">Issue 39 of SuperYacht Times newspaper</a>. To read more stories like this one and to never again miss another issue of the SuperYacht Times newspaper, <a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/report/the-superyacht-times-subscription" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">subscribe here</a>.

Some of the best superyacht tenders on the market

SYT rounds of some of the top superyacht tenders, whether its speed or style that you're after.