Blohm & Voss Shipyard
Founded in 1877 by Hermann Blohm and Ernst Voss in Hamburg, Germany, Blohm & Voss has established itself as a premier shipbuilding and engineering company. Over the years, the shipyard has been responsible for constructing a diverse array of vessels, ranging from luxury yachts to significant naval ships.
Notable Vessels Built by Blohm & Voss:
- Luxury Yachts:
- A (2008): A 119-meter yacht owned by Russian billionaire Andrey Melnichenko, known for its unique design and advanced engineering.
- Eclipse (2010): At 162 meters, this elaborately expensive yacht was once the world's largest private yacht, owned by Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich.
- Lady Moura (1990): A 105-meter yacht owned by Saudi billionaire Dr. Nasser Al-Rashid, featuring luxurious amenities and distinctive design elements.
- Naval Ships:
- Bismarck (1939): One of the most famous battleships of World War II, known for its size and firepower.
- Scharnhorst (1936): A German capital ship that saw significant action during World War II.
- Type XXI U-boats (1943-1945): Advanced submarines that featured innovative design elements and technologies.
- Commercial Vessels:
- SS Europa (1928): An ocean liner for Norddeutscher Lloyd, which held the Blue Riband for the fastest transatlantic crossing.
- SS Cap Arcona (1927): A luxury ocean liner that later served as a naval transport ship.
In 2016, Blohm & Voss was acquired by Lürssen, another renowned German shipbuilding company. This acquisition combined the strengths of both companies, enhancing their capabilities in both naval and luxury yacht construction. The collaboration has led to the development of state-of-the-art vessels, blending Blohm & Voss's engineering expertise with Lürssen's commitment to quality and innovation.
Today, Blohm & Voss continues to operate under the Lürssen umbrella, maintaining its legacy of excellence in shipbuilding and contributing to projects that span from luxury yachts to critical naval vessels.
