Nov. 16, 2018, Fort Pierce FL – It’s Derecktor. That was the unanimous verdict of the St. Lucie Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday night. After an extensive competition including RFQ (Request for Qualifications) submissions, two bidder interview sessions and numerous public meetings, Derecktor Shipyards has been selected to create and operate the first purpose-built… Continue Reading
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Derecktor hopes to be selected to create Fort Pierce Megayacht Yard
Thank you for your support for Derecktor at the public meeting on October 2nd. A private meeting will be held with the St. Lucie County Board of Commissioners on October 30th, and soon after another public meeting will be held. The date for the public meeting is TBD – stay tuned! September 28, Fort… Continue Reading
Derecktor’s Third Hybrid Vessel Awarded Marine Highway Designation
For Immediate Release Mamaroneck, NY Harbor Harvest, the third vessel in the Derecktor hybrid series, was awarded a Marine Highway designation on Friday, July 27th, 2018. The ceremony was held at Derecktor Shipyards, and the designation was presented by Maritime Administrator Admiral Mark Buzby. Buzby spoke on the importance of this occasion; Harbor Harvest being… Continue Reading
Derecktor Sponsors 11th Annual Treasure Coast Waterway Cleanup
For Immediate Release Dania, FL. Derecktor is a proud sponsor of the 11th Annual Treasure Coast Waterway Cleanup, held this past weekend. Approximately 125 miles of waterways in Martin, St. Lucie & Indian River Counties were cleaned. Since its inception in 2008, this cleanup has removed more than 77 tons of trash from the Treasure… Continue Reading
Derecktor Launches Second Hybrid Vessel
For Immediate Release Mamaroneck, NY. Derecktor Launches Second Hybrid Series Vessel Derecktor Shipyards of Mamaroneck, New York has launched the first hybrid vessel built for CUNY, the City University of New York’s Brooklyn College. The 65-ft catamaran, CUNY I, is powered by the BAE HybriDrive® system, and has a state of the art lab interior… Continue Reading
Robinhood Marine Center is Now Derecktor Robinhood
Robinhood Cove, Maine -March 10, 2016 March 7th, 2016 was a big day in the long history of Robinhood Cove Marine Center. For on that date, Robinhood Marine Center became Derecktor Robinhood, and a new chapter in Maine’s most storied boatyards and marinas began. After 35 years, Any Vavolotis, Robinhood’s owner and guiding light had… Continue Reading
Robert E. Derecktor, Inc. in Partnership with Paul Derecktor and John Koenig Purchase Robinhood Marine Center in Georgetown, Maine..
March 23, 2016 For Immediate Release Mamaroneck, NY Robinhood Marine Center, a historic marina in Georgetown, has new owners following its sale to a partnership. Robinhood Marine Center was sold March 7 to Derecktor Maine, a partnership of Paul Derecktor, John Koenig and Derecktor Shipyards. Both Paul Derecktor and John Koenig have deep experience in… Continue Reading
Derecktor to Build a Second Hybrid Series Vessel
For Immediate Release Mamaroneck, NY. Derecktor to Build a Second Hybrid Series Vessel Derecktor Shipyards of Mamaroneck, New York is proud to announce their next project utilizing cutting edge hybrid technology, combined with the quality construction upon which Derecktor’s reputation is built. Following on the highly successful application of hybrid electric propulsion on the 65′… Continue Reading
Robert E Derecktor Inc. NOW LICENSED BUILDER FOR DAMEN
Mamaroneck, New York. Robert E. Derecktor Inc. (Derecktor Shipyard) and Damen Shipyard Group (DAMEN) have entered into a license agreement authorizing Derecktor to act as an official builder of DAMEN designs. Derecktor will now offer its customers the best in Pilot Boats and Wind Farm Support Vessels by combining the wide range and international experience… Continue Reading
Derecktor to Build Catamaran for the Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk
Robert E. Derecktor, Inc., is pleased to announce its selection to build a new 19.2-meter catamaran research and classroom vessel for The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk (CT).
