The new Rotterdam yacht refit facility
with 75 years of experience

Damen Maaskant Yacht Refit & Conversion Brochure

In 2020 we started yacht refits and conversions when owner reps and yacht
captains started approaching us. They value our simple no-nonsense mentality.
Every one of us feels a sense of responsibility and pride in what we do.
We expanded our team with experienced refit experts who have worked at the top
Dutch yacht building yards. We were careful to make sure they share our mentality.
We are genuine shipbuilders and that sets us apart.

Damen Maaskant | Yacht Refit & Conversion

Delivery MY Lady Esther

Originally delivered in 1979 by the German builder Elsflether Werft GmbH & Co. KG under the name Hanse, Lady Esther underwent a comprehensive transformation that included an extension from 50 to over 60 metres in length.

Part of her aluminium superstructure was expanded, and two modern open decks were added, including a sundeck featuring a large contemporary Jacuzzi. The owner’s interior team, in collaboration with Vripack, redesigned the interiors to ensure luxurious comfort and the seamless integration of cutting-edge technologies.

She now accommodates up to 12 guests and 15 crew members. In terms of performance, Lady Esther can reach a top speed of 16 knots, powered by twin Caterpillar engines.

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Vega arrived in Stellendam, the Netherlands in January 2024, for the next stage of her extensive refit project. Launched in 1964 from the Asi Shipyard in Sweden, Vega started life as an ice-breaking vessel that served as a lighthouse supply ship.
Over 20 years ago, Vega was acquired by a Swedish company and  transported to the Penzance Dry Dock facility in Cornwall, UK, with the intention of converting her into a luxury explorer yacht.

The 50m Conversion Explorer Yacht Vega

Explorer Yacht Vega has been moved into the Damen Maaskant Yacht Refit facility to convert her into a explorer yacht.

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Originally delivered in 1979 by the German builder Elsflether Werft GmbH & Co. KG under the name Hanse, Lady Esther underwent a comprehensive transformation that included an extension from 50 to over 60 metres in length.

Part of her aluminium superstructure was expanded, and two modern open decks were added, including a sundeck featuring a large contemporary Jacuzzi. The owner’s interior team, in collaboration with Vripack, redesigned the interiors to ensure luxurious comfort interiors.

The 60m superyacht Lady Esther following comprehensive rebuild

Damen Maaskant has announced the successful redelivery of the motor yacht Lady Esther to her owner following an extensive three-year rebuild

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