Deutsche Yachten | Passagierschiff im Stil einer Yacht

17. September 2018

Passenger Vessels that look like Yachts

The world-famous yacht designers at judel/vrolijk & Co can actually also design commercial ships – as demonstrated by some unusual passenger ships that have been styled by the yacht designers from Germany.

The design office of judel/vrolijk & Co is above all else known for the fast and successful racing yachts that have been created here, over decades, ranging from Admiral’s Cup yachts to the America’s Cup – one of the company’s founders, Rolf Vrolijk, also was principal designer for Team Alinghi over several years. Then, more and more superyachts were designed here, also some motor yachts. Less known is the fact that this versatile firm also designs commercial vessels, such as passenger ships for inland lakes, as recently presented on the trade fair “SMM” (Shipping, Engines and Marine Technology) in Hamburg.

Electric / Elec­tronics

  • Navigation and bridge systems
  • Radar systems
  • Electrical systems
  • Lighting solutions
  • Internet solutions

Rigging / Sails

  • Furler
  • Sun awning systems
  • Rope solutions

Interior / Supplies

  • Interior
  • Insulation
  • Exterior ceiling panelling
  • Galley and spa
  • Deck furniture
  • Styling elements
  • Lighting systems

Services / Consulting

  • Expertise
  • Building supervision
  • Quality control
  • Technical advice
  • Damage assessment
  • Salvage management
  • Determination of defects
  • Financing and insurance
  • Legal support
  • Yachtcare
  • Brokerage and charter

Shipyards

  • New construction
  • Repair
  • Refit
  • Maitenance

Equipment / Propulsion

  • Paints & Colours
  • Propulsion systems
  • Maintenance & Servicing
  • Fittings
  • Deck fittings
  • Technical installations
  • Glazing
  • Crane systems
  • Lighting systems
  • Fender systems

Design / Engineering

  • Yacht construction
  • Interior and exterior design
  • Strength calculation
  • Stability calculation
  • Technical documentation
  • Dimensioning
  • Construction supervision for owners
  • Production engineering
  • Production preparations for shipyards
  • Towing tank tests and simulation
  • Project management