Royal Huisman Group sold to Dutch investor

One of the major Dutch shipyards celebrating its 140th anniversary this year has announced that despite the sale, its management team will remain unchanged
August 5 2024 • by Olga Selezneva 2 minutes to read
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Royal Huisman Group, which also includes such companies as Huisfit and Rondal, has been acquired by Dutch O2 Capital Partners

“We are delighted to become part of the rich heritage of Royal Huisman Group,” said Philip Sluiter, owner of O2 Capital Partners. 

The current shareholders, Koninklijke Doeksen and Parcom, say that they “leave behind a company with a strong order portfolio and a dedicated team of specialists”. 

Jan Timmerman, CEO of Royal Huisman Group, said that the shipyard ready to embark on the next phase in its history. “Despite a challenging decade, the current shareholders have always provided us with the trust and support for which I am grateful. With the arrival of O2 Capital Partners, we have found a new investor who shares our values and passion and will assist us in realising our ambitious strategy for the long term”.

The acquisition is expected to complete by the end of August 2024. 

M/Y Special One is the world’s largest 52-metre sportfisher built by Royal Huisman
M/Y Special One is the world’s largest 52-metre sportfisher built by Royal Huisman

Royal Huisman is known for delivering record-breaking superyachts, including the world’s largest sportfish yacht. At present Royal Huisman is also working on the world’s tallest one-mast sailing yacht.

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