Tailored Sailing
With personalisable designs and proven technologies, Oceanco’s custom-build process is more streamlined than ever.
Since it was founded in 1987, Oceanco has undergone multiple evolutions. Greek shipping magnate Theodore Angelopoulos acquired the Dutch shipyard in 2002, steering it towards a new era of growth by focusing on larger boats of over 80 metres – then a niche market – with builds like the iconic 82m Alfa Nero, which established a new gold standard for superyachts when it was delivered in 2007. Visionary Omani businessman Dr Mohammed Al Barwani bought the company three years later and, alongside CEO Marcel Onkenhout, set about elevating the brand to the next level. More cutting-edge yachts for a highly discerning clientele followed, including the stunning 106.7m superyacht Black Pearl and the innovative 117m motor yacht Infinity.
Then, in 2023, Oceanco introduced Simply Custom, a new way to create bespoke builds. Available for yachts over 80 metres or with a gross tonnage of up to 2,700, the flexible solution streamlines the process by using a single technical foundation with a top speed of 16 knots as a base for various designs, which can be tailored to the buyer’s preference. To help guide the customer, Oceanco produced The Collection, an array of options predesigned by some of the most fascinating creative talents in yachting. One example is the superyacht Pegasus by Oceanco’s in-house team in Monaco, whose standout feature is a fully private owners’ deck that provides 140 square metres of interior space and the equivalent area of exterior deck. An owner-exclusive crow’s nest and calm, modern interiors by Canadian architectural firm Burdifilek complete the boat.
The next step for Oceanco was Beyond Custom, a selection for the boldest of owners ready to push the limits and create boats that others might deem impossible. The latest concept from the line, the 101m motor yacht Lily, was unveiled at the 2025 Dubai International Boat Show. Her holistic design, which features a sculptured asymmetrical exterior (inspired by the water flower) and a split-level layout by Dutch studio Vripack, promises to revolutionise life at sea once in build.
Throughout every phase of the company’s operation, Oceanco has continuously released some of the finest personalised superyachts and megayachts around. Whether the client chooses Simply Custom, Beyond Custom or Full Custom, the Alblasserdam shipyard is ready to fulfil their every wish.
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