Holland Jachtbouw is a Dutch name best associated with ambitious owner-led sailing projects, and a steady capability in custom motor yachts. The shipyard’s own history begins in 1990, when Chris Gongriep established De Hemmes, and it later evolved into Holland Jachtbouw as the scope of projects expanded from traditional craft to larger yachts in aluminum.

A key early milestone was Sapphire, a 31m sailing yacht launched in 1996, which the yard cites as a turning point toward modern superyacht construction. In parallel, third-party profiles place Holland Jachtbouw in Zaandam near Amsterdam, and point to a broad custom focus that spans both sail and power.

Today the brand is also defined by its J Class connection, including Rainbow, delivered in 2012, and by a technical reputation that includes hybrid solutions and lifting-keel expertise. With the Holland Jachtbouw legacy now stated as continuing under VMG Yachtbuilders and relocating to Enkhuizen, the proposition remains consistent: highly tailored builds, careful engineering, and support for yachts long after delivery.