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Hull and superstructure of largest Moonen transported

On 3 May 2008 the hull and superstructure of our largest-ever yacht, the first 37.80-metre Moonen 124, were transported to our new annex construction hall in nearby Groot-Ammers. The transport of the two massive sections was an impressive event for local folk in the generally flat Dutch countryside. Once both sections were in the 63-metre hall, shipwrights and welders joined the aluminium superstructure, fabricated at our main yard in 's-Hertogenbosch, to the steel hull, built in Gorinchem. The principal machinery--main engines and generators--had already been installed so further outfitting could begin immediately.

In this new Groot-Ammers facility, we will build yachts up to 45 metres LOA, beginning with the Moonen 124 to be named Snow White when launched in spring 2009. We will continue to build yachts up to 35 metres in 's-Hertogenbosch and maintain our design, engineering, purchasing, and interior joinery functions there for projects in both locations.