Broward Marine
Now under new management, longtime American luxury yacht builder Broward Shipyard is making the most of its location in U.S. yachting mecca Fort Lauderdale.
History
In 1948, Michigan boat technician Frank Denison purchased Fort Lauderdale shipyard Dooley’s Dry Dock while visiting the area on his honeymoon. Frank and Gertrude Denison renamed the shipyard Broward Marine and started a service and repair business at the facility. In 1953, Broward launched its first custom motor yacht, Stormy III, designed by noted naval architect John Wells. Five years later, Broward built the 25-metre luxury yacht Jonathan III for Jim Beam Distilleries owner Harry Blum.
During the Korean War years, Broward successfully built minesweeper vessels under a NATO contract. During the latter part of the 20th century, however, Broward Marine’s primary focus shifted back to custom luxury yacht. To date, the shipyard has launched more than 300 Broward yachts.
The shipyard has changed hands and names over the years. In 2009, Bruce and Chris Moore took ownership, incorporating Broward Shipyard, Inc. The new company offers construction of custom luxury yachts from 18 to 50 metres.
Notable Yachts
In 2007, Broward launched the 38-metre superyacht Coco Loco (now called Viva Mas), featuring contemporary exterior styling and an interior design by Evan K. Marshall. The yacht designer has maintained a close relationship with Broward Shipyard.
Specialisations
In addition to custom yacht construction in aluminium and steel, Broward Shipyard offers a full suite of yacht refit, repair and maintenance services.
155 yachts by Broward Marine
PANACHE
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- 1991
SWEET T
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- 1999
CARLA ELENA III
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- 2003
SUBCONSCIOUS TOO
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- 1996
LADY SHARON GALE
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- 1998
FAMILY AFFAIR
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- 1995
EXIT STRATEGY
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NO VACANCY
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- 2000
HORUS
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- 1995
ALEXANDRA JANE
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- 1994
SULLIVAN BAY
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- 1993