Linssen Yachts History - Since 1949...
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Linssen Yachts BV is a family firm with a long history. Jac. Linssen set up the company on 1 April 1949, which started out as a small-scale woodwork and ship repair business. Over the years, the business continued to develop and it became an important player on the international steel yacht building market. Jac. Linssen - founder of Linssen Yachts in 1949 Enjoy the Linssen history timeline |
From 2017 - present
- 2017; Grand Sturdy 35.0 AC
- 2017; Grand Sturdy 35.0 Sedan
- 2017; Grand Sturdy 40.0 AC
- 2017; Grand Sturdy 40.0 Sedan
- 2017; Grand Sturdy 45.0 AC
- 2017; Grand Sturdy 500 AC Variotop®
- 2018; Grand Sturdy 30.0 AC
- 2018; Grand Sturdy 30.0 Sedan
- 2018; Grand Sturdy 45.0 Sedan
- 2018; Grand Sturdy 450 AC Variotop®
- 2019; The new Grand Sturdy 35.0 AC and Sedan in Intero design
- 2019; The new Grand Sturdy 480 AC Variotop. A smaller version of the 500 AC Variotop
From 2011 - 2016
- 2011; The yachts in the Grand Sturdy Mark III series are available not only with a traditional Classic Luxury interior, but also in New Comfort style.
- 2011; Range Cruiser series is extended to include the 450 Variotop® and Wheelhouse models.
- 2011; The third generation takes over at Linssen Yachts. Yvonne, Jac and Ruben Linssen continue the family tradition.
- 2012; Introduction of the new Classic Sturdy series in traditional colours and materials and with a warm interior.
- 2012; Linssen Yachts opens a second showroom where pre-owned Linssen yachts are displayed
- 2013; The Linssen Boating Holidays® network has 17 charter bases in 7 countries and includes as many as 73 yachts.
- 2013; The Classic Sturdy 36 is also available in a Deckbridge version, which results in as much as 15 m2 extra space on board.
- 2013; From the Upper Deck, you have an excellent view of the new and pre-owned yachts on display in the showroom.
- 2014; A brilliant offer. To mark the 65th anniversary, two special versions of the Grand Sturdy 30.9 AC and 40.9 AC Brilliant Edition are presented.
- 2014; The furniture plant in Echt undergoes a metamorphosis.
- 2014; There’s no end to the innovative power. The Grand Sturdy 530 AC Wheelhouse was presented at the 2014 Linssen Yachts Boat Show.
- 2015; The Classic Sturdy 410 Sedan Deckbridge is the successor to the smaller 36 and will be presented in September.
- 2015; The Grand Sturdy 470 Sedan Wheelhouse
- 2015/16; A new generation of Linssen yachts with the Variotop®. Now available from 36 feet.
- A brand new Grand Sturdy series; from 29 - 59 feet
- 2015/16; A new generation of Linssen yachts with the Variotop®. Now available from 35 feet.
- 2015/16; A new generation of Linssen yachts with the Variotop®. Now available from 35 feet.
- 2015/16; The successor to the 530, the Grand Sturdy 590 AC Wheelhouse Also available in Variotop.
From 2001 - 2010
- 2001; Linssen Yachts develops the FIS®, the Floor Integrated System®, to ensure the complete integration of cables and pipes.
- 2001; The new SL series, the worthy successor to the famous series, continues in the 41 SL.
- 2002; The most recent “boats for professionals” project is the Grand Sturdy® 430 Patrol, an open-cockpit variant for the Port of Brussels patrol service.
- 2002; The new Grand Sturdy® 500 Variotop® Mark II is presented to the Dutch public at the ‘Hiswa te Water’ boat show.
- 2003; The new 2000 m2 steel construction plant is fitted out with the most innovative technical facilities.
- 2004; The new Grand Sturdy® 29.9 was developed and was successfully launched during the Linssen Yachts Boat Show in December 2004.
- 2005; The Linssen Yachts Boat Show 2005 is dominated by a fantastic innovation, with the launch of as many as three brand-new models: the Grand Sturdy® 410, 430 and 470 Mark II.
- 2005; A further extension is the construction of the most advanced blasting cabins and spray booths in the yacht-building industry.
- 2005; A further extension is the construction of the most advanced blasting cabins and spray booths in the yacht-building industry.
- 2006; No. 2 in the “9” Series was unveiled in 2006: the Linssen Grand Sturdy 33.9 Sedan and AC (10.35 x 3.40 m).
- 2006; Shining example of Linssen innovation. Smart production: Logicam I. Unique in steel yacht building.
- 2007; All-new furniture production plant with state of the art CNC wood cutting, computerised ‘self learning’ panel feeder and edge trim gluing machine.
- 2007; All-new furniture production plant with state of the art CNC wood cutting, computerised ‘self learning’ panel feeder and edge trim gluing machine.
- 2007; Major premieres at the 9th Linssen Yachts Boat Show in 2007: Linssen Grand Sturdy 40.9 AC and Sedan.
- 2008; To mark the start of the 2009 anniversary year, the Diamond edition was presented at the Linssen Yachts Boat Show.
- 2008; Start-up of “Logicam II” production plant.
- 2008; New steel assembly line production plant.
- 2009; To mark the 60th anniversary, the 60.33 and 60.43 were presented for model year 2010/11.
- 2009; The Linssen Boating Holidays® European charter network is set up.
- 2009; With as many as 7 lengths (25' - 45') in both AC and Sedan versions, the Linssen "9" series is the most extensive and universal series of yachts.
- 2009; Commissioning of the third Logicam hall that is used as a multi-functional unit for both building and refitting work.
- 2010; Another new Linssen product innovation: the Linssen Range Cruiser 430 is the first of a brand new series of yachts.
From 1991 - 2000
- 1991; The lake police in Thurgau on Lake Constance choose the Linssen 402SX Patrol as their patrol vessel. Yvonne Linssen shows interest in her fathers trade at very young age.
- 1992; Linssen 402 SX Patrol “P1” for City of Ghent port authority.
- 1993; The Linssen 34 HT was launched in 1993.
- 1994; Full integration of CAD-CAM systems and CNC-controlled milling machine.
- 1995; The Grand Sturdy® 500 Variotop® is presented to the public.
- 1996; Dick Lefeber develops the first models of the Dutch Sturdy® series.
- 1996; A start is made on the construction of Europe’s biggest spray booth, 1,260 m3 in size (20 x 9 x 7 metres).
- 1997; The new building on Brouwersstraat housing the unique showroom with the raised jetty is opened.
- 1998; One of the most successful model series ever, the Grand Sturdy®, is launched throughout Europe to great acclaim.
- 1999; Another milestone: the company’s 50th anniversary is celebrated when the boatyard is opened to an eager public. The start of the annual Linssen Yachts Boat Show.
- 1999; H.R.H. Crown Prince Willem-Alexander talks to Jos Linssen on his visit to Linssen Yachts to mark the company’s 50th anniversary.
- 2000; The Linssen DS 45 Variotop® Cruiser, is presented to the world’s press in Switzerland.
From 1971 - 1990
- 1973; The Rhenania 1220 and 1340. “A motor yacht of great class,” designed by Jos Linssen.
- 1975; Launch of “4 new” vletten, designed by Jos Linssen.
- 1976; Jos Linssen designed the St. Jozef vletten, which formed the basis for the later Classic Sturdy series.
- 1977; Sturdy-based workboats for postal deliveries in the Biesbosch delta and Guinea-Bissau.
- 1979; The successful St. Jozefvlet 950
- 1981; The renowned SL series, designed by Jos Linssen, provided Linssen Yachts with its breakthrough on the international market.
- 1983; The international dealer network starts with Nasta Marine SA in Switzerland.
- 1984; The 115SX. Linssen’s first semi-planing yacht, designed by Winfried H. Wilke.
- 1985; The legendary Linssen Classic Sturdy 400 was delivered in great numbers throughout Europe.
- 1985; The name “St. Jozef” gave way to a name with greater international appeal: Linssen Yachts.
- 1986; The Linssen SE and SX series were built in large numbers and ensured an international breakthrough.
- 1986; The Linssen SE and SX series were built in large numbers and ensured an international breakthrough.
- 1988; Linssen installs the first CNC plasma cutter to be used in the Dutch steel yacht building industry.
- 1989; The lake police in Geneva choose the Linssen 115SX Patrol after a tough selection process.
- 1990; The first ideas for what is later to become the “Variotop®” are put on paper.
From 1949 - 1970
- 1949; Just after the Second World War Jac. Linssen opened “Houtindustrie St. Jozef”, a woodworking business named after the patron saint of carpenters.
- 1950; Jac. Linssen developed St. Jozef ship’s wheels with the “patented boss construction” (Dutch patent 80001). Thousands of these wheels were supplied to European shipyards.
- 1951; Jac. Linssen developed St. Jozef ship’s wheels with the “patented boss construction” (Dutch patent 80001). Thousands of these wheels were supplied to European shipyards.
- 1952; A shipyard of stature for inland shipping. Major renovations and refits form the professional foundation for what would later become Linssen.
- 1954; Production of steel rowing boats.
- 1957; The first motor yachts are launched: The St. Jozef vlet 500, 600 and 700. Designed by Jac. Linssen Sr.
- 1957; The first motor yachts are launched: The St. Jozef vlet 500, 600 and 700. Designed by Jac. Linssen Sr.
- 1958; A St. Jozef steering wheel on the “Groene Draeck” for H.R.H Princess Beatrix.
- 1959; One of the first boats for professionals: a “parlevinker” (shop boat) for Maasbracht’s harbours.
- 1961; Premises on Industrieweg during the earliest starting phase.
- 1963; Jos Linssen shows interest in his father’s trade at very young age
- 1964; The Limburgia series sees the light of day. Designed by Jac. Linssen Sr.
- 1968; With the “Limburgias” (7.30 x 2.60 m) built, production in steel boat building becomes reality.
- 1969; Limburg Kruiser AK marks the start of spacious, comfortable and yachts.
- 1970; Supersix: sporty cruiser. Designed by Gerard van Schaik Zillessen
Linssen Yachts History - Since 1949...
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Linssen Yachts BV is a family firm with a long history. Jac. Linssen set up the company on 1 April 1949, which started out as a small-scale woodwork and ship repair business. Over the years, the business continued to develop and it became an important player on the international steel yacht building market. Jac. Linssen - founder of Linssen Yachts in 1949 Enjoy the Linssen history timeline |
From 2017 - present
- 2017; Grand Sturdy 35.0 AC
- 2017; Grand Sturdy 35.0 Sedan
- 2017; Grand Sturdy 40.0 AC
- 2017; Grand Sturdy 40.0 Sedan
- 2017; Grand Sturdy 45.0 AC
- 2017; Grand Sturdy 500 AC Variotop®
- 2018; Grand Sturdy 30.0 AC
- 2018; Grand Sturdy 30.0 Sedan
- 2018; Grand Sturdy 45.0 Sedan
- 2018; Grand Sturdy 450 AC Variotop®
- 2019; The new Grand Sturdy 35.0 AC and Sedan in Intero design
- 2019; The new Grand Sturdy 480 AC Variotop. A smaller version of the 500 AC Variotop
From 2011 - 2016
- 2011; The yachts in the Grand Sturdy Mark III series are available not only with a traditional Classic Luxury interior, but also in New Comfort style.
- 2011; Range Cruiser series is extended to include the 450 Variotop® and Wheelhouse models.
- 2011; The third generation takes over at Linssen Yachts. Yvonne, Jac and Ruben Linssen continue the family tradition.
- 2012; Introduction of the new Classic Sturdy series in traditional colours and materials and with a warm interior.
- 2012; Linssen Yachts opens a second showroom where pre-owned Linssen yachts are displayed
- 2013; The Linssen Boating Holidays® network has 17 charter bases in 7 countries and includes as many as 73 yachts.
- 2013; The Classic Sturdy 36 is also available in a Deckbridge version, which results in as much as 15 m2 extra space on board.
- 2013; From the Upper Deck, you have an excellent view of the new and pre-owned yachts on display in the showroom.
- 2014; A brilliant offer. To mark the 65th anniversary, two special versions of the Grand Sturdy 30.9 AC and 40.9 AC Brilliant Edition are presented.
- 2014; The furniture plant in Echt undergoes a metamorphosis.
- 2014; There’s no end to the innovative power. The Grand Sturdy 530 AC Wheelhouse was presented at the 2014 Linssen Yachts Boat Show.
- 2015; The Classic Sturdy 410 Sedan Deckbridge is the successor to the smaller 36 and will be presented in September.
- 2015; The Grand Sturdy 470 Sedan Wheelhouse
- 2015/16; A new generation of Linssen yachts with the Variotop®. Now available from 36 feet.
- A brand new Grand Sturdy series; from 29 - 59 feet
- 2015/16; A new generation of Linssen yachts with the Variotop®. Now available from 35 feet.
- 2015/16; A new generation of Linssen yachts with the Variotop®. Now available from 35 feet.
- 2015/16; The successor to the 530, the Grand Sturdy 590 AC Wheelhouse Also available in Variotop.
From 2001 - 2010
- 2001; Linssen Yachts develops the FIS®, the Floor Integrated System®, to ensure the complete integration of cables and pipes.
- 2001; The new SL series, the worthy successor to the famous series, continues in the 41 SL.
- 2002; The most recent “boats for professionals” project is the Grand Sturdy® 430 Patrol, an open-cockpit variant for the Port of Brussels patrol service.
- 2002; The new Grand Sturdy® 500 Variotop® Mark II is presented to the Dutch public at the ‘Hiswa te Water’ boat show.
- 2003; The new 2000 m2 steel construction plant is fitted out with the most innovative technical facilities.
- 2004; The new Grand Sturdy® 29.9 was developed and was successfully launched during the Linssen Yachts Boat Show in December 2004.
- 2005; The Linssen Yachts Boat Show 2005 is dominated by a fantastic innovation, with the launch of as many as three brand-new models: the Grand Sturdy® 410, 430 and 470 Mark II.
- 2005; A further extension is the construction of the most advanced blasting cabins and spray booths in the yacht-building industry.
- 2005; A further extension is the construction of the most advanced blasting cabins and spray booths in the yacht-building industry.
- 2006; No. 2 in the “9” Series was unveiled in 2006: the Linssen Grand Sturdy 33.9 Sedan and AC (10.35 x 3.40 m).
- 2006; Shining example of Linssen innovation. Smart production: Logicam I. Unique in steel yacht building.
- 2007; All-new furniture production plant with state of the art CNC wood cutting, computerised ‘self learning’ panel feeder and edge trim gluing machine.
- 2007; All-new furniture production plant with state of the art CNC wood cutting, computerised ‘self learning’ panel feeder and edge trim gluing machine.
- 2007; Major premieres at the 9th Linssen Yachts Boat Show in 2007: Linssen Grand Sturdy 40.9 AC and Sedan.
- 2008; To mark the start of the 2009 anniversary year, the Diamond edition was presented at the Linssen Yachts Boat Show.
- 2008; Start-up of “Logicam II” production plant.
- 2008; New steel assembly line production plant.
- 2009; To mark the 60th anniversary, the 60.33 and 60.43 were presented for model year 2010/11.
- 2009; The Linssen Boating Holidays® European charter network is set up.
- 2009; With as many as 7 lengths (25' - 45') in both AC and Sedan versions, the Linssen "9" series is the most extensive and universal series of yachts.
- 2009; Commissioning of the third Logicam hall that is used as a multi-functional unit for both building and refitting work.
- 2010; Another new Linssen product innovation: the Linssen Range Cruiser 430 is the first of a brand new series of yachts.
From 1991 - 2000
- 1991; The lake police in Thurgau on Lake Constance choose the Linssen 402SX Patrol as their patrol vessel. Yvonne Linssen shows interest in her fathers trade at very young age.
- 1992; Linssen 402 SX Patrol “P1” for City of Ghent port authority.
- 1993; The Linssen 34 HT was launched in 1993.
- 1994; Full integration of CAD-CAM systems and CNC-controlled milling machine.
- 1995; The Grand Sturdy® 500 Variotop® is presented to the public.
- 1996; Dick Lefeber develops the first models of the Dutch Sturdy® series.
- 1996; A start is made on the construction of Europe’s biggest spray booth, 1,260 m3 in size (20 x 9 x 7 metres).
- 1997; The new building on Brouwersstraat housing the unique showroom with the raised jetty is opened.
- 1998; One of the most successful model series ever, the Grand Sturdy®, is launched throughout Europe to great acclaim.
- 1999; Another milestone: the company’s 50th anniversary is celebrated when the boatyard is opened to an eager public. The start of the annual Linssen Yachts Boat Show.
- 1999; H.R.H. Crown Prince Willem-Alexander talks to Jos Linssen on his visit to Linssen Yachts to mark the company’s 50th anniversary.
- 2000; The Linssen DS 45 Variotop® Cruiser, is presented to the world’s press in Switzerland.
From 1971 - 1990
- 1973; The Rhenania 1220 and 1340. “A motor yacht of great class,” designed by Jos Linssen.
- 1975; Launch of “4 new” vletten, designed by Jos Linssen.
- 1976; Jos Linssen designed the St. Jozef vletten, which formed the basis for the later Classic Sturdy series.
- 1977; Sturdy-based workboats for postal deliveries in the Biesbosch delta and Guinea-Bissau.
- 1979; The successful St. Jozefvlet 950
- 1981; The renowned SL series, designed by Jos Linssen, provided Linssen Yachts with its breakthrough on the international market.
- 1983; The international dealer network starts with Nasta Marine SA in Switzerland.
- 1984; The 115SX. Linssen’s first semi-planing yacht, designed by Winfried H. Wilke.
- 1985; The legendary Linssen Classic Sturdy 400 was delivered in great numbers throughout Europe.
- 1985; The name “St. Jozef” gave way to a name with greater international appeal: Linssen Yachts.
- 1986; The Linssen SE and SX series were built in large numbers and ensured an international breakthrough.
- 1986; The Linssen SE and SX series were built in large numbers and ensured an international breakthrough.
- 1988; Linssen installs the first CNC plasma cutter to be used in the Dutch steel yacht building industry.
- 1989; The lake police in Geneva choose the Linssen 115SX Patrol after a tough selection process.
- 1990; The first ideas for what is later to become the “Variotop®” are put on paper.
From 1949 - 1970
- 1949; Just after the Second World War Jac. Linssen opened “Houtindustrie St. Jozef”, a woodworking business named after the patron saint of carpenters.
- 1950; Jac. Linssen developed St. Jozef ship’s wheels with the “patented boss construction” (Dutch patent 80001). Thousands of these wheels were supplied to European shipyards.
- 1951; Jac. Linssen developed St. Jozef ship’s wheels with the “patented boss construction” (Dutch patent 80001). Thousands of these wheels were supplied to European shipyards.
- 1952; A shipyard of stature for inland shipping. Major renovations and refits form the professional foundation for what would later become Linssen.
- 1954; Production of steel rowing boats.
- 1957; The first motor yachts are launched: The St. Jozef vlet 500, 600 and 700. Designed by Jac. Linssen Sr.
- 1957; The first motor yachts are launched: The St. Jozef vlet 500, 600 and 700. Designed by Jac. Linssen Sr.
- 1958; A St. Jozef steering wheel on the “Groene Draeck” for H.R.H Princess Beatrix.
- 1959; One of the first boats for professionals: a “parlevinker” (shop boat) for Maasbracht’s harbours.
- 1961; Premises on Industrieweg during the earliest starting phase.
- 1963; Jos Linssen shows interest in his father’s trade at very young age
- 1964; The Limburgia series sees the light of day. Designed by Jac. Linssen Sr.
- 1968; With the “Limburgias” (7.30 x 2.60 m) built, production in steel boat building becomes reality.
- 1969; Limburg Kruiser AK marks the start of spacious, comfortable and yachts.
- 1970; Supersix: sporty cruiser. Designed by Gerard van Schaik Zillessen
Oldest Yacht builder
Linssen Yachts is one of the oldest yacht builders in the Netherlands, making it a company with a rich tradition. The business was established in 1949 by Jac. Linssen Sr. in Maasbracht, a small but dynamic harbour town on the River Meuse in Limburg, nestling in a valley between Belgium and Germany. At the time, Maasbracht – which was then booming as an important harbour for inland shipping in Western Europe – was home to over two hundred seriously war-damaged cargo vessels awaiting repair. The massive amount of work that resulted created firm foundations for the development of regional shipyards and ship-repair businesses. Young local entrepreneurs were in a positive mood and saw opportunities everywhere. Build and invest for the future was their motto at the time!
Wood machining
One of them was Jac. Linssen. Having trained as a shipwright at a small local shipyard, the young all-round craftsman initially concentrated on wood machining. He soon made his name with completely prefabricated solid teak wheelhouses for barges and teak doors for houses. His ships’ wheels, made from tropical hardwood and fitted with a boss construction developed and patented in house, were soon being used in the shipyards which were then flourishing throughout Europe.
Metalworking department
The yard’s increasing business required a metalworking department so that large-scale ship repairs could also be carried out fully in house. Small steel rowing boats, work boats and small flat-bottomed boats for use on inland waterways and in the dredging industry called “vletten” were built in this metalworking department to Linssen Senior’s own design.
The obvious next step was a move to luxury yacht building. The sturdy “vlet” boats were ideally suited for this purpose. After further development including a handsome superstructure and a finish which was luxurious for the time, production yacht building was underway at “Scheepswerf en Houtindustrie St. Jozef Jac. Linssen”.
Professional yacht building
Jos Linssen took over from his father in the 1970s. He focused on the development of professional production yacht building in steel, and rechristened the company Linssen Yachts B.V. This was a name with more international appeal and better suited to its increasing export activities. In the years that followed, the brothers Harry, Jan and Peter also took their place in the family business. The Linssen brothers and their children Yvonne vand Jac are now members of a strong team in which each player has his or her own specific tasks and responsibilities.
Sturdy
In the mid-1970s, Jos Linssen launched a new generation of “vletten”, the first series of Sturdy models. These were “four new St. Jozef vletten”. With this special series of models, he established a trend in the 8-15 metre segment of the Dutch yacht building industry which still felt today, over 30 years later. The St. Jozef vletten laid the foundations for the legendary Linssen Classic Sturdy series. In addition to the vlet-type models, Jos Linssen developed the well-known Linssen SL Series and the Linssen SE and SX Series in the 1980s. In 1995 the Dutch Sturdy® Series was developed in association with Dick Lefeber (who died in 2000), a highly successful range of models which was built until 2005. In parallel to this development, the Grand Sturdy® Series was launched in the larger (15 m) segment. Linssen Yachts commissioned yacht designers W. de Vries Lentsch to design the Grand Sturdy. Willem de Vries Lentsch and Anne Elsinga subsequently designed the Grand Sturdy® 500 Variotop® and the Grand Sturdy® 460. Within a few years, the Grand Sturdy Series had become a recognised name across Europe.
The development of this successful series continued unabated. With almost inexhaustible creativity, Anne Elsinga and Linssen’s internal development team worked continuously on the design and further development of the Grand Sturdy Series. Many new versions and models based on the characteristic design were launched over the years.
Vision and strategy
A number of years ago, Linssen Yachts made important strategic choices. Extensive market investigations and demographic studies revealed trends that resulted in the staff at the boatyard drawing important conclusions. A long-term plan was drawn up based on a number of significant starting points. Being a trendsetter, rather than being a follower of trends, Linssen opted for a new approach. It observed how larger and larger vessels were being built. An increasing number of boat builders were no longer focusing on smaller vessels. After all, it was alleged that “it was no longer possible in the current climate to produce smaller yachts competitively”. Apart from opting to build semi-custom-built models of 18 metres and larger, the only other option seemed to be transferring production to low-wage countries. But Linssen was convinced that this option was nothing more than a stay of execution. Relocating dated technology to a low-wage country – with all the associated logistic disadvantages – only to see wages rise to West-European levels in the short term, is hardly a strategic measure. Linssen Yachts viewed developments in the yacht-building market from a totally different angle. Serial construction, process technology, scale advantage, logistics and technology were aspects that were far more important to the Maasbracht yacht builder.
The introduction of the Linssen “9” series at the 2004 Linssen Yachts Boat Show immediately caused commotion in the steel yacht-building industry. It may now be justly concluded that Linssen Yachts brought about an upheaval in its product sector. Linssen has a market share of an impressive percentage!
Based on a long-term strategy of continuity, product and process development, optimal product-market combinations, marketing and distribution are terms that have become embedded at all levels of the organisation. Important parts of and investments relating to the long-term plan have now been achieved or are nearing completion. For instance, Linssen Yachts B.V. is investing in high-quality machinery and CNC production technology.
Mainly because of the Classic, Dutch and Grand Sturdy Series, Linssen became known as a yacht builder that builds sophisticated, comfortable and reliable yachts with a completely unique and recognisable style. No superfluous gimmicks, no kitsch, no frills, just honest boat-building offering functional technical solutions, based on almost sixty years of knowledge, experience and craftsmanship.
It is no coincidence that used Linssen yachts fetch very good prices when they are resold. This remarkable fact has contributed to the reputation that Linssen yachts have acquired in the industry. A reputation for being reliable motor yachts with relatively low maintenance costs and a remarkably high resale value results on balance in the lowest “cost of ownership”.
It goes without saying that the basic design and the overall quality of the product play an important part in building a company’s reputation. The yachts’ ability to retain their value is the logical consequence of this philosophy.
Value
Design, smooth handling, comfort, durable, timeless, maintenance, universal, finish, reliable, value, service, image, and so on. These are fine words. Words which, despite each having a specific meaning, can only ever describe one facet of a complex gem. However, it is the facets together that provide the gem’s unique brilliance, incomparable beauty and special value.
The material or the emotional value? They also go hand in hand, just as in the purchase of a motor yacht. After all, this is an investment whichever way you look at it, an investment with an intangible dividend and an excellent residual value...