In this episode Paul takes you inside the final stage of the casco build of the 71-foot full electric carbon sailing yacht. From structural details and smart use of composites to the preparations for transport to KM Yachtbuilders in Makkum. Discover how the casco comes together before the next phase of outfitting begins.

The boat is now in Makkum. There, the hull is being painted, the mechanicals and interior are also being installed. Once the interior is in, we will glue the deck to the hull.

We’ll make a new video then, so stay tuned!

Part 3 of our fossil fuel free yacht series is here!

In this episode, we dive deeper into the construction process of the 71ft carbon sailing yacht, both above and below deck. Since the last video, the deck has come a long way. Laminated with multiple carbon layers, fitted with stiffeners, and featuring smart solutions like integrated line boxes — all to create a clean and ultra-stiff structure.

Meanwhile, in the second hall, the hull has been prepped for baking. After laminating the sprint layers, the full vacuum bagging process is applied — ready to be cured in a 30-meter-long oven. Getting the temperature right is critical for strength and consistency.

We are excited to share some more of our latest project: a unique 71ft carbon sailing yacht designed by @Tripp Design. This innovative vessel is set to operate entirely without fossil fuels, demonstrating the potential of new technologies in the marine industry. From lightweight construction techniques to state-of-the-art electric drives, batteries, and solar panels, every element is designed for sustainability and efficiency.

We are currently focused on constructing the hull and the deck. Once these are complete, KM Yachtbuilders in Makkum will finalize the build for its owner. Join us for Part 2 of this video series , where we learn you more about the Inner structure and the deck.

Stay tuned for more updates on this unique project leading up to its delivery!

We are excited to share our latest project: a unique 71ft carbon sailing yacht designed by Tripp Design. This innovative vessel is set to operate entirely without fossil fuels, demonstrating the potential of new technologies in the marine industry. From lightweight construction techniques to state-of-the-art electric drives, batteries, and solar panels, every element is designed for sustainability and efficiency. We are currently focused on constructing the hull. Once the hull is completed, KM Yachtbuilders in Makkum will finalize the build for its owner. This is just the beginning! Join us for Part 1 of a video series from Paul Dijkstra Composites, where we explore the details of the ‘Inner Hull.’ Stay tuned for more updates on this unique project leading up to its delivery!

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The second episode of the creation of the first ever built one-off sailing yacht without a traditional mould and the associated lead-time and tooling waste by using a relatively new product, the 3D Core KitTM. For this Eagle 46 sailing Yacht a minimal wooden assembly jig is used to assemble and bond the thermoformed foam core kit. The foam core kit subsequently forms the basis for the lamination of the inner and outer carbon structure.

Creating the first ever built one-off sailing yacht without a traditional mould and the associated lead-time and tooling waste by using a relatively new product, the 3D Core KitTM. For this Eagle 46 sailing Yacht a minimal wooden assembly jig is used to assemble and bond the thermoformed foam core kit. The foam core kit subsequently forms the basis for the lamination of the inner and outer carbon structure.

In this final episode of the series about the 17m carbon Motorboat you will get a tour of the hull. The hull has now been removed from the warehouse and is on the unloading dock ready for transport to Enkhuizen. Paul shows you some nice details and explains how the carbon prepreg construction system works.

A first look at the 17 Carbon Yacht casco built by Paul Dijkstra Composites, designed by Guido de Groot and engineered by Studio Delta. The ship is build in multiple sections and in this update the carbon deck will be turned for assembly on the carbon hull.

Paul Dijkstra Composites builds composite casco boats and parts. For this 17meter carbon yacht Paul will explain the building process and what’s special about the hull. This vessel is also one of the largest carbon motorboats built in the Netherlands. Episode two explains the carbon building process.