DLBA in the 2020 Marine News top 100
DLBA is proud that Marine News selected us again this year as one of the 100 of the leading companies serving the North American shallow draft market.
Clever design makes a multi-use vessel for serious cost savings
Almost all boat owners and operators today are looking for cost reductions. If the owner has a fleet of boats, they are additionally looking for ways to complete the same cost reduction mission, by reducing the number of boats needed in the first place.
An outboard powered recreational yacht
Striking, bold, and thoroughly modern, the 70 Island concept by DLBA offers a completely new experience in an outboard powered recreational yacht.
Fast, 53’ Sport Fisher Takes Shape
After 17 months the finish line is in sight for the latest collaboration between Jim Smith Tournament Boats and DLBA Naval Architects. The two companies have been working on a 53’ Walkaround since March of 2019, and as of July 2020, she is in her final stages of completion and has begun initial sea trials.
The Gentleman’s Sportfishing Yacht
A new design is floating on the drawing boards at DLBA Naval Architects! A combination of classic lines and modern style, the 64 Gentleman’s Sportfishing Yacht (GSY) screams classic cruiser while also providing a serious fishing platform.
The Legion receives nod for World Superyacht Award nomination
DLBA Naval Architects is proud to announce that M/Y The Legion has been nominated for the World Superyacht Awards. Garnering a nomination in the Semi-Displacement or Planing Motor Yachts Below 500GT – 35M and Above category, 37.1 meter.
Continuing to collaborate
Adapting to new challenges in order to overcome obstacles is familiar territory for our team – something which has proved fortuitous in the past months. Like many of you, our working environment has changed, and working remotely full-time for the safety of our staff and community is now the new normal…
It’s where we carry weight that matters
A struggle with weight is almost universal – whether it applies to our waistlines, our luggage, or our boats. When it comes to a vessel’s weight, it’s not just the weight itself that’s important but also the center of gravity.
Thoroughbred Boat Co. Building an Instant Classic
An exciting project which DLBA worked on for the Thoroughbred Boat Co. is nearing completion. The DLBA team created the vessel’s structural design and supported the development of the hull form for this updated take on the classic gentleman’s runabout.
A Winning New Sportfish Combo
DLBA is proud to start supporting Duffie Boatworks, and in doing so strengthen our presence in the sportfish market. This Ocean City, MD, up-and-coming boat builder focuses on creating quality-built, Carolina-style fishing boats, with an expanding portfolio of vessels.