At Balk Shipyard tradition truly meets innovation. We take a no-nonsense approach to our work, unashamed of hard graft. At the same time, our specialists have access to the very latest facilities, systems and equipment. Major investments have been made over the past five years across the entire yard, leveraging on our expertise in refits and the way such work is carried out in practice. With three new halls, dedicated workshops and a firstclass warehouse, the layout and logistics are organised to create maximum flexibility. Our offices overlook the projects at hand, ensuring the shortest lines of communication. And our project-managed approach makes the most of our long experience at the heart of the premium Dutch yachting industry.

We are delighted to announce the opening of our new office on the French Côte d’Azur. Balk Shipyard has joined forces with four other leading companies from the Netherlands within the new Holland Yacht Experience concept. The partners will promote and represent the premium quality of the Dutch yachting industry via a combined office in the redeveloped harbour of Port Canto in Cannes. The premises on La Croisette boulevard were officially opened by the Honorary Consul of the Netherlands on September 8.

The other companies participating in the Holland Yacht Experience are Mulder Shipyard, Arie de Boom Marine, Van der Vliet Quality Yachts and Wajer & Wajer. “All the partners in this exciting initiative are renowned family businesses,” says Daan Balk. “In addition to having a rich history, the Holland Yacht Experience companies share a strong focus on continuity within their specific field of expertise. We can offer owners and their representatives a broad range of services from this location at the heart of the superyacht world.”

Visitors to the centre can access detailed information on all Holland Yacht Experience products and services, discuss the purchase of a premium quality yacht, have their boat refitted, order maintenance activities, put their yacht on the market or request a berth, all under one roof throughout the year. For more information, click here.