History

Founded in 1860 as a small shipyard crafting wooden boats, Akerboom has grown into a leader in yacht equipment. Joining the Royal De Vries Group in 1986, we became integral to producing equipment for Feadship’s world-renowned superyachts. Built on a legacy of Dutch shipbuilding excellence, Akerboom continues to uphold the meticulous standards for which the Netherlands is known, delivering cutting-edge equipment with a commitment to quality and innovation for luxury yachts worldwide.

Stories

  • 04/10/2024

    In 1993, Akerboom delivered the yacht equipment on a Feadship of remarkable technical sophistication— “Double Haven”, Building Number 647, designed to explore the coastlines of Australia and the Indonesian Archipelago. Acting as a mother ship, its purpose was to enable coastal exploration, with an 8-meter-long catamaran tender, aptly named "Double Happiness," facilitating beachside activities such as barbecues and camping.