Engineering
The engineers of Shipyard Slob contribute to the development of the ship design and then take care of the detailed engineering and working drawings of the hull using 3D software.
Basis for superyachts
About us
Shipyard Slob has been building the hulls of medium-sized and large, complex superyachts for decades. At our professional shipyard location, high-quality hulls are built with enormous passion in close cooperation with the client. Shipyard Slob is a 100% subsidiary of Royal de Vries Shipbuilding and, in addition to hulls for third parties, builds all hulls of De Vries’ Feadship superyachts.
Our expertise
Shipyard Slob supplies high-quality, ‘hot-work-free’ hulls including the installation of large components, so that yards of Feadship can start their work immediately. Thanks to its extensive experience and craftsmanship, our yard guarantees high quality and efficiency.
Work preparation
Based on this information, Work Preparation creates the work packages for both the steel hull and the aluminum superstructure of the hull, including the installation of outfit, large components and piping.
Steel
In Papendrecht, we have a number of large production halls, where the ship sections (parts of the hull) are produced and built into a high-quality, high-quality and complete steel hull.
Aluminium
In two large separate production halls, the aluminium sections are assembled into a complete, high-quality aluminium superstructure, which is then placed on the steel hull.
Piping
Shipyard Slob has its own piping assembly department, which assembles all the 'hard' and 'soft' piping in the ship hulls according to the highest quality standards.
Built-in
The large components in the superyacht have to be placed during hull construction, because they are too large to place after delivery of the hull. These large components such as engines, gearboxes, generators, switchboards and others are built in by Shipyard Slob itself. In addition, the installation department places the 'hot work outfit' (welded) in the shell.
Projects in the spotlight
Project 1012 – Feadship Drizzle
Project 1012 is the first Feadship yacht to feature a full Hybrid Electric Class notation and was built for a returning Feadship owner who came up with well-thought-out wishes, drawing on his extensive experience in the yachting world. The exterior design was created with very specific input from the owner and has a modern-classic look.
2022
91.80m
14.50m
Project 708 – Feadship Shinkai
A striking mast and its own submarine were just two of the specific wishes of an owner with vast experience in discovering the world by sea. As with any truly bespoke superyacht, Shinkai's design revolved around the best way to integrate a 7.2-tonne submarine on the aft deck, along with the giant crane required for launching and retrieval.
2020
54.90m
10.33m
Project 1010 – Feadship Launchpad
At launch, Launchpad was by far the largest yacht Feadship had ever built – a title it would retain until 2024.
2020
118.00m
15.80m
Careers
Shipyard Slob has about 175 enthusiastic and skilled employees. Together with a large group of flexible workers, they work on a beautiful product and the best service. Every day they are committed to delivering the high quality that is self-evident in this segment.
We are always looking for driven people with a passion for technology and precision. From welders and construction workers to engineers and project managers, every team member plays an essential role in the success of our projects.
Do you want to be part of our team and contribute to the construction of extraordinary yachts? Check out our vacancies and find out how you can shape your career at Shipyard Slob.
Our vocational school
The Superyacht Builders Academy (SYBA) combines craftsmanship, finesse and approach. Here you will learn to build yachts from Dutch Quality. In an attractive environment, you develop skills, earn a salary and build your future. As a trainee yacht builder, you will work on unique projects and lay the foundation for a legacy in superyacht building.