To the people of St. Lucie County: As President of Derecktor Shipyards, I thought it would be a good time to update you with some facts about our project to turn part of the Port of Fort Pierce into a state-of-the-art shipyard and a destination for the world megayacht fleet. Amid all the concerning news… Continue Reading
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Mac Keen Joins Marine Industries Association of Treasure Coast Board of Directors
Derecktor Ft. Pierce is proud to announce Robert Mac Keen’s appointment to the Marine Industry Association of the Treasure Coast’s Board of Directors. Mac Keen, Yard Manager at Derecktor Ft. Pierce, is eagerly awaiting the arrival of the largest mobile boat hoist in the world. With a lifting capacity of 1,500 tons, the custom… Continue Reading
Derecktor Shipyards: Summer 2020 Update
Friends, Colleagues and Clients, I hope you are all staying safe and well during these unprecedented times. I want you to know Derecktor Shipyards continues doing everything we can to keep our employees, clients and communities safe during the COVID-19 crisis. We are strictly observing social distancing, sanitizing and other guidelines as defined by the… Continue Reading
COVID-19 Announcement from Derecktor Shipyards
Derecktor Shipyards would like to take the opportunity to connect with our customers, our communities, and our colleagues about COVID-19. As COVID-19 continues to impact everyone, we are taking steps to keep everyone healthy and safe in the workplace while also minimizing the disruptions to operations where possible. We continue to run our facilities with… Continue Reading
Expansion, Experience Drives Leadership Additions at Derecktor Florida
DANIA BEACH, FL AND FORT PIERCE, FL – Following the opening of Derecktor Ft. Pierce in 2019, Derecktor is proud to announce the recent promotions of Cliff DeFreitas and Robert Mac Keen. DeFreitas, former Project Manager at Derecktor Dania, has been promoted to General Manager of Derecktor Dania. Cliff joined Derecktor in March of 2018… Continue Reading
Derecktor Dania Receives Florida Clean & Resilient Boatyard Accreditation
DANIA BEACH, FL – Clean water is vital to South Florida’s thriving marine industry. There is a direct link between Florida’s water quality and the marine industry, making clean water essential to the livelihood and well-being of communities. Derecktor Dania, South Florida’s most complete superyacht repair facility, has been recognized by the Florida Department of… Continue Reading
World’s Largest Mobile Boat Hoist Being Built for Derecktor Ft. Pierce
FORT PIERCE, FL – Big things are on the way for the Port of Fort Pierce. Following commencement of yard operations in November, Derecktor Ft. Pierce (DFP) has finalized an order with Cimolai Technology for the world’s largest mobile boat hoist (MBH). The massive 1,500-ton mobile boat hoist is expected to arrive from Italy by… Continue Reading
Derecktor Ft. Pierce Opens for Business during FLIBS 2019
Big things on the way for Florida’s newest and most capable megayacht facility. FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – After a year and a half of waiting – and working – Derecktor Ft. Pierce (DFP) is open for business. And, what better place to make the announcement than during the 60th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat… Continue Reading
Derecktor Ft. Pierce Wins Top Honors at TCYSF River Raft Regatta
FORT PIERCE, FL. – Ursula and King Triton set aside their differences and joined forces during the 3rd Annual River Raft Regatta in Fort Pierce on August 1. The unlikely, yet powerful duo, played by Derecktor Ft. Pierce’s Tiffany Graves and Justin Beard, respectively, paddled their way to a first-place finish in the Kayak Division… Continue Reading
