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JEFF: A DUNKIRK LITTLE SHIP RETURNS TO THE WATERA special moment at VMG Yachtbuilders: after an extensive restoration, “...
16/06/2026

JEFF: A DUNKIRK LITTLE SHIP RETURNS TO THE WATER

A special moment at VMG Yachtbuilders: after an extensive restoration, “Jeff” has returned to the water.

Built in 1923 by J Mears of Richmond, “Jeff” started her life as a passenger launch on the Thames. Years later, she took part in Operation Dynamo during the evacuation of Dunkirk and remains one of the few Little Ships still afloat today. Over the past months, we have worked closely with Olivier van Meer Design to prepare her for a new chapter on the water, while preserving the character and history that make her so special.

Seeing her back in the water, where she belongs, is a special moment for everyone involved in this project.

As with many classic wooden boats, returning to the water is an important stage in the restoration process. Now that “Jeff” is afloat again, the timber can gradually swell as it takes up moisture, allowing the hull to seal itself naturally, just as she has done for more than a century.

Although “Jeff” is already around 90% complete, there is still plenty to do. Over the coming weeks, we will continue the final phase of the project with the boat in the water. Systems will be tested, finishing touches will be applied and sea trials will follow.

Once everything is completed, “Jeff” will be transported over land to Dinant, Belgium, where she will begin her next chapter. There, she will join another familiar VMG project, the beautifully restored saloon boat “Sally”.

The journey of “Jeff” has been one of patience, craftsmanship and respect for history. Seeing her afloat again reminds us why these projects are so rewarding.

We look forward to sharing the final steps of this remarkable restoration.

SUBSCRIBE NOW TO KNOW EVERYTHING ABOUT PUFFIN YACHTSThe latest Puffin newsletter is out, and if you are not on the list ...
09/06/2026

SUBSCRIBE NOW TO KNOW EVERYTHING ABOUT PUFFIN YACHTS

The latest Puffin newsletter is out, and if you are not on the list yet, this is the moment to join.

Every quarter we share what is happening around Puffin Yachts. You will receive updates on new builds, insights from designer Olivier van Meer, design developments, yachts available for sale, and refit stories from the yard. Clear, relevant information for people who want to stay close to the brand.

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WHAT HAPPENS AT THE YARD | MAY 2026May is always a busy month at the yard. We are fully into the sailing season, the wea...
04/06/2026

WHAT HAPPENS AT THE YARD | MAY 2026

May is always a busy month at the yard. We are fully into the sailing season, the weather is improving, and owners are preparing to spend more time on the water. At VMG, that means maintenance projects being completed, yachts being handed over and several ongoing builds moving steadily forward.

Taeke Hadewych is in his final stage with us. We are carrying out the last minor maintenance works before he leaves the yard, ready to head north for a new adventure.

The Puffin 42 Fina has been christened and handed over to her owner. She remains with us briefly for a few final touches before setting off for what promises to be a wonderful summer cruising through Europe. The Puffin 42 was designed by Olivier van Meer Design and built by VMG Yachtbuilders. Following her handover, we also captured her first miles under sail. The video is now available on our website and social media channels.

On Jeff, progress continues as we build him back up. The aluminium roof has been painted and installed, and the next step will be the addition of canvas for protection from the elements. The anchor plate is currently being made and will be installed soon. Electrical cabling by Jongkind Service Medemblik is nearly complete, the navigation equipment has been installed, and the heater in the forepeak is now in place.

Selene has been handed back to her owner after her maintenance period with us. Her hull, inner bulwarks and superstructure were resprayed, the exterior woodwork received a fresh coat of varnish, her mast was reinstalled, the boom upgraded, and a new bimini canvas was added.

Work on the Sport Fish series continues. On the Express version, the interior has been completed, the rudder blades installed, and work on the teak deck is going strong. The steering wheel is in place and antifouling has been applied. On the Flybridge version, the first sections of teak deck have been laid.

Work on Patriot continues. This refit is being carried out by Holland Jachtbouw as part of the VMG Group, in collaboration with Vripack Yacht Design. Spray work on the hull, inner bulwarks, deck and underwater body has been completed. Gemini Teak Decks has started the teak deck installation, the crew bathroom is being built, and onboard systems are gradually being reinstalled.

Several projects have reached important milestones this month, making it another productive period at the yard.

We look forward to sharing more next month!

VACATURE: ASSISTENT PROJECTLEIDER JACHTBOUW 🛠️Ben jij een organisatorisch talent met een passie voor jachten?VMG Yachtbu...
04/06/2026

VACATURE: ASSISTENT PROJECTLEIDER JACHTBOUW 🛠️

Ben jij een organisatorisch talent met een passie voor jachten?

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Je stelt planningen op, stuurt leveranciers aan, beheert technische documentatie en bent de schakel tussen engineering, werkvloer en externe partners. Je signaleert knelpunten en denkt actief mee over oplossingen.

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SAME DNA, DIFFERENT LOGBOOKS.Side by side at our yard: the fully refitted “Taeke Hadewych” and the brand new Puffin 42 "...
28/05/2026

SAME DNA, DIFFERENT LOGBOOKS.

Side by side at our yard: the fully refitted “Taeke Hadewych” and the brand new Puffin 42 "Fina". Both shining as if they've just been launched. Both built for the open sea. Yet their stories couldn't be more different.

Taeke Hadewych carries a remarkable history. Previously owned by renowned Dutch sailor and writer Eerde Beulakker and his wife Hedwig, he sailed well beyond ordinary cruising grounds. His logbook contains long northern voyages to Bear Island, cold waters around Spitsbergen, far south in the wake of Shackleton. Six books were written about journeys aboard him.

Over the years, the Taeke Hadewych became deeply connected to the Van Westerhoven family, who chose not just to preserve him, but to prepare him for many more years at sea.

A complete refit at VMG Yachtbuilders followed, guided by Olivier van Meer Design, who is also responsible for the design of the new Puffin. The Taeke Hadewych received a new interior, his hull was treated and he has been repainted stem to stern. He looks brand new. He isn’t.

Next to him lies Fina. Brand new, with only a few miles under her keel yet. Her stories still have to be written.

Despite the years between them, the connection is immediately visible. The same sturdy character. Both with timeless lines. Two yachts built to go somewhere real, each in their own time.

One logbook full. One still blank.

De nieuwe Puffin 42 nu in Yacht!
26/05/2026

De nieuwe Puffin 42 nu in Yacht!

21/05/2026

THE STORY BEHIND THE “PUFFIN”

A few years ago we made a film with Olivier van Meer, the designer and driving force behind Puffin Yachts. In this video, he explains in his own words why he designed the Puffin in the first place, how her concept took shape, and what makes the idea still relevant today.

Now that the newest “Puffin 42” is sailing, it feels like the right moment to share this film again. The first footage of her under sail shows exactly what the Puffin stands for. A purposeful yacht with a clear signature, built to be used and built to go places.

If you want to understand the philosophy behind the Puffin, this is the film to watch. Be inspired. And who knows, maybe you will own a Puffin some day.

SPORT FISH EXPRESS: WHERE CRAFTSMANSHIP STARTS TO SPEAK FOR ITSELFHull number 2, the first Express model in this sport f...
20/05/2026

SPORT FISH EXPRESS: WHERE CRAFTSMANSHIP STARTS TO SPEAK FOR ITSELF

Hull number 2, the first Express model in this sport fish series, is taking shape beautifully. While much attention in yacht building often goes to paint, engines and technical systems, these photos highlight another side of the build. A side where VMG Yachtbuilders truly makes the difference.

At VMG, we are an allround yachtbuilder, but one of our real strengths lies in high-end carpentry. Our woodwork team delivers craftsmanship of the highest level every single day, building interior and exterior elements with precision, care and an eye for detail. It is one of the reasons these sport fish boats for the American market are being built here in the Netherlands.

The progress of this first Express model shows exactly why. Much of the interior is already in place, and even without upholstery, the quality of the woodwork speaks for itself. The clean lines, the detailing, the finish and the warmth of the interior already give a clear impression of what this boat will become once completed.

The same goes for the exterior details now taking shape, with the signature teak elements that define these boats and give them their recognisable character.

This is the kind of work our carpentry team takes pride in every day. Precision joinery, beautifully finished woodwork, and the understanding that details make the difference. Hull number 2 is already showing what kind of boat she is going to be, and it is safe to say she will be a real eyecatcher once finished.

15/05/2026

PUFFIN 42: FIRST SAILING FOOTAGE

She sails. These are the first official moving images of the new “Puffin 42” by Olivier van Meer Design and VMG Yachtbuilders. There was no sunshine, but the footage is still beautiful and it is clear she is enjoying herself out on the water.

This is a tough, purposeful “Puffin 42”, built as a true explorer. Her bare aluminium hull forms a strong and honest base, combined with a white painted modern superstructure. The integrated bimini and solar arch is a real statement piece and gives her that confident explorer look that fits her character perfectly.

Most importantly, these first miles confirmed what we hoped for. She feels balanced, responsive and very capable under sail. A yacht that is built to be used, and built to go places.

We are proud to bring this “Puffin 42” to life and even more proud that we are able to deliver her to her owner. We wish them many safe miles and a lot of enjoyment on the water. From what we have seen so far, she is ready for it.

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