Why choose a Bali yacht builder over traditional Sulawesi shipyards?

While Sulawesi has a rich heritage in phinisi building, Bali offers significant logistical and quality control advantages. Our location in Benoa provides superior access to international supply chains, certified materials, and modern marine systems. This proximity allows for more rigorous project management, easier client oversight, and seamless integration of advanced technology, resulting in a vessel built to higher, internationally recognised standards. We bridge traditional craftsmanship with modern engineering discipline.

What types of vessels do you specialise in?

We are a specialist Bali yacht builder focusing on custom new-builds, particularly traditional Indonesian phinisi yachts and modern motor and sailing catamarans between 25 and 60 metres. Our expertise lies in steel and aluminium hull construction, combined with fine tropical hardwood finishing. We work with clients to develop unique designs from concept or to adapt existing naval architecture to suit specific operational requirements for private or charter use. Each project is a bespoke creation.

Can you work with my preferred naval architect or designer?

Absolutely. We frequently collaborate with international naval architects, designers, and project managers chosen by our clients. Our role is to be the expert constructor on the ground in Indonesia, translating their vision into reality while ensuring the build adheres to the highest structural and safety standards. We provide a transparent, collaborative environment, facilitating seamless communication between your team and our in-house engineers and craftsmen for an optimal result.

What level of customisation do you offer?

Every vessel we construct is fully custom. We do not work from stock designs. The process begins with your vision, operational needs, and aesthetic preferences. From the general arrangement and interior layout to the choice of materials, machinery, and onboard systems, every detail is specified in collaboration with you and your team. Our commitment is to build a one-of-a-kind yacht that is a precise reflection of your requirements.

How do you manage quality control during the build?

Quality control is integrated into every stage of the construction process. We employ a team of in-house engineers and international supervisors who oversee all work, from steel cutting and welding to electrical installation and interior finishing. We conduct regular inspections and adhere to strict build protocols. Furthermore, we welcome and facilitate inspections by the client’s appointed surveyor or a classification society representative to ensure complete transparency and adherence to agreed-upon standards.

Do you build to a specific classification standard?

Yes, we can build to meet the standards of various classification societies, such as Bureau Veritas (BV) or RINA, depending on the client's requirements and the vessel's intended flag state and operational area. Building to class provides an independent, third-party verification of the yacht's structural integrity, safety, and quality, which is essential for commercial charter operations and provides peace of mind for private owners.

What is the typical payment structure for a new build?

Our payment structure is based on verifiable construction milestones, providing security and transparency for the client. An initial deposit secures the project, with subsequent payments tied to key stages such as keel laying, hull completion, engine installation, and final launch. This progressive payment schedule ensures that your investment is directly correlated with tangible progress at the shipyard, with each stage independently surveyed and approved before the next invoice is issued.

How do you ensure confidentiality for your clients?

We understand the importance of discretion, particularly for clients from family offices and high-profile individuals. All enquiries and projects are handled with the strictest confidentiality. We execute non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) at the outset of serious discussions and maintain secure communication channels throughout the project. We do not publicise client projects without explicit prior consent, ensuring your privacy is protected at all times.

What kind of post-delivery support do you offer?

Our relationship does not end upon delivery. We provide a comprehensive warranty period covering all aspects of our workmanship. Our team also offers ongoing support, including maintenance scheduling, sourcing of spare parts, and technical assistance. For clients basing their vessel in Indonesia, we can provide full-service yacht management and crew placement, ensuring your asset is maintained to the highest standard long after it leaves our shipyard.

What is the lead time for a new custom build project?

The timeline for a custom build depends on the vessel's size, complexity, and level of interior finishing. A 30-metre phinisi or catamaran typically requires 18 to 24 months from contract signing to delivery. A larger, more complex vessel over 45 metres may take 24 to 36 months. We develop a detailed project timeline during the initial design and specification phase, providing clear milestones and delivery targets for your review and approval.

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WhatsApp for anything urgent, email for specifications and documents. Replies in business hours, WITA, usually the same day.

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There is no contact form on this page

A form adds a step and loses the attachment. Message the studio and you are talking to the people who would run the project.

For a first conversation, send the itinerary you intend to run, the guest count, and the budget band you can commit. That is enough for an honest read.

For a repair or a refit, send the vessel name, its location and a short video. The desk triages within working hours.

Studio time zone: WITA, GMT+8
Typical reply in business hours: Same day
Languages we operate in: EN and ID

Which channel, and for what

Pick by what you are sending, not by what is nearest.

Channel Best for Typical response

Channel: WhatsApp
Best for: First conversations, repairs, anything urgent
Typical response: Same day in business hours
Channel: Email
Best for: Specifications, drawings, contracts and documents
Typical response: One working day
Channel: Studio visit
Best for: Design sessions and contract discussions
Typical response: By appointment, Denpasar
Channel: Yard visit
Best for: Seeing a hull in build at Benoa or Serangan
Typical response: Arranged, and encouraged

Sulawesi hull yard visits are arranged for serious projects and need more notice, because they are a domestic flight rather than a drive.

What to send first

Three things that turn a first message into a real answer.

The itinerary

Where it will run

The real route, not the dream one. Everything else is derived from it.

The guest count

Who is aboard

Guests, family and crew, and how they actually live on board.

The band

What you can commit

An honest budget band. The design will respect it rather than drift past it.

Coming to see the yards

Owners are welcome at any stage, and the logistics are simple.

Fly to DPS
Ngurah Rai International, ten kilometres from the Benoa yards.
Studio first
A session in Denpasar to fix what you are actually looking at.
Benoa
Fit out, haul out and the service base. This is where boats are finished.
Serangan
Moorings and the small craft yards, if it is relevant to your project.
Sulawesi
For serious phinisi projects, a supervised visit to the hull yards.

Tell us which stage you want to see and we will time the visit to it rather than to our calendar.

Before you write

Message the studio

Itinerary, guest count and budget band for a build. Vessel name, location and a video for a repair.

Chat on WhatsApp

Reach the studio directly

There is no contact form on this page

Which channel, and for what

What to send first

The itinerary

The guest count

The band

Coming to see the yards

Fly to DPS

Studio first

Benoa

Serangan

Sulawesi

Before you write

What are your office hours?

Which languages do you work in?

Can I visit before committing to anything?

Do you have a contact form?

Message the studio