Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Custom Luxury Yacht Builders in Seattle
Founded in 1967, Delta Marine has established itself as a leader in custom yacht building and refit services. Our family-owned business combines decades of craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology to deliver world-class yachts tailored to each owner's vision. With a sprawling 25-acre facility in Seattle, WA, we house all marine trades on-site, ensuring unparalleled quality control and service. Our in-house Delta Design Group collaborates closely with clients, leveraging expertise in steel, aluminum, and composite construction to create vessels up to 100 meters.Over 50 years of innovation and a commitment to excellence have solidified our reputation as one of America's most trusted yacht builders, with a portfolio spanning 47 luxury yachts and over 600 commercial vessels. We pride ourselves on long-term relationships, technical mastery, and a dedication to pushing the boundaries of maritime engineering while maintaining the artistry of traditional boatbuilding.
Services
Custom Yacht Building
Yacht Refit & Repair
In-House Design
Naval Architecture
Composite Construction
Steel & Aluminum Hulls
Global Warranty Service
3D Design Modeling
Expedition Yacht Builds
Marine Engineering
Details
- Year established: 1967
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of experience in custom yacht design and construction.
- Our in-house Delta Design Group ensures seamless technical and creative execution.
- We provide full-service refit capabilities with global customer support.
- Family-owned since 1967, maintaining hands-on quality control and relationships.
- We pioneered steel hulls with composite superstructures for optimal performance.
Services
Custom Yacht Building
Delta Marine crafts bespoke luxury yachts up to 100 meters, combining traditional craftsmanship with advanced engineering. Our process begins with client visioning and extends through design, material selection, and meticulous construction. With in-house expertise in steel, aluminum, and composite materials, we deliver vessels optimized for performance, durability, and aesthetic excellence while maintaining global cruising capabilities.
Yacht Refit & Repair
Our full-service refit facility handles mechanical upgrades, interior renovations, and structural repairs for yachts of all sizes. Equipped with covered bays and a 440-ton Marine Travelift, we provide comprehensive maintenance solutions. Our team ensures seamless integration of modern systems while preserving original design integrity, supported by worldwide warranty service and dedicated technical consultants.
In-House Design
The Delta Design Group offers end-to-end design services, from concept sketches to 3D renderings, specializing in technical integration of metal hulls with composite superstructures. Our naval architects collaborate with clients and external designers to optimize functionality, aesthetics, and engineering precision, ensuring every detail aligns with the owner's vision and operational requirements.
Composite Construction
We utilize cutting-edge composite materials and techniques like vacuum resin infusion for lightweight, durable yacht components. Our expertise extends to carbon fiber reinforcements and Computational Fluid Dynamics-optimized hulls, balancing strength with fuel efficiency. This approach reduces weight while maintaining structural integrity for high-performance expedition and luxury yachts.
Steel & Aluminum Hulls
Delta Marine pioneers hybrid construction methods, pairing steel hulls with composite superstructures for optimal strength-to-weight ratios. Our metal fabrication team employs aerospace-grade welding and precision engineering to create robust, corrosion-resistant foundations. This technique enhances stability and longevity, particularly for long-range expedition yachts navigating challenging environments.
Questions
What is Delta Marine's shipbuilding history?
Founded in 1967, we began building commercial fishing vessels before transitioning to luxury yachts. Over 50 years, we've delivered 47 custom yachts and 600+ commercial vessels.
What sizes of yachts do you build?
We construct custom yachts up to 100 meters. Our largest completed vessel is the 73.15-meter Laurel, with most projects ranging between 40-60 meters.
Do you handle refit and repair services?
Yes, our full-service Refit & Repair facility manages projects from minor maintenance to major renovations, supported by our in-house design team.
What materials do you use in construction?
We specialize in steel hulls with composite superstructures, aluminum, and advanced composites, pairing materials with each project's performance requirements.
Is your design team in-house?
Our Delta Design Group includes naval architects and engineers who collaborate on every project, ensuring technical precision and creative customization from concept to completion.
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Reviews (5)
Skycaptaindi Sky
May 29, 2021
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My dad worked here for over 20 years. One of the reasons he left was the air quality (all the toxic fumes from frequently used chemicals). The second reason he left was, the company would go under after the boat he was working on was done (I think billionaires only wanted one yacht)
Jordan Primus
Oct 13, 2020
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Impressive facility! Got a brief tour by one of the PMs while there to work on a job, would enjoy another walkthrough when they're actually building a new boat.
Sarah S.
Sep 07, 2017
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I had a great experience hauling out my boat here. Cory and the other staff were friendly and helpful. They didn't charge me for lay days and were flexible in working out a payment plan. When Cory noticed that I had installed my transducer in a way that was not structurally sound, he made me some fairing blocks free of charge so I could re-do it the right way.
Rmc Powder Coating & Torrid Marine Systems
Jul 14, 2016
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Extremely detail oriented, professional staff, which shows in the quality of the boats.
Refusal of any part or procedure as being less than 100% really shows itself when you go aboard the finished product.
Refusal of any part or procedure as being less than 100% really shows itself when you go aboard the finished product.
Cris S.
Jul 15, 2015
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As a new boat owner of an old boat I was cautioned that many would try and take advantage of me as I needed repairs. When the time came it was with trepidation I contacted Delta Marine. What greeted me was Jeff Doyle and his matter of fact professionalism. No games, no surprises. And what a clean yard everywhere I looked. The work I needed done was presented with full explanation as well as several options, all with estimates. Never was I talked down to for not knowing a lot about boats, systems, seacocks, alarms and the like. The work was done swiftly which made their already lowest yard labor
