Doug Morrison

Derecktor Shipyards

Established in 1947, Derecktor Shipyards has since become renowned for excellence in the construction, repair and refit of yachts, commercial and military vessels. Today, four Derecktor facilities span the Eastern Seaboard of the U.S. from Maine to South Florida, offering vessel owners and operators everything from marina space to megayacht construction. Over more than seven decades, Derecktor has made a name for itself on the global yachting stage, highlighted by the launch of the M/Y Cakewalk (now Aquila), which at 2,998 tons, is the largest yacht ever built in the U.S. Derecktor's combination of experience, professional project management, and never-ending attention to detail has created an environment that produces unrivaled results and customer benefit. With two South Florida-based facilities (Dania Beach and Fort Pierce), Derecktor is widely recognized within the superyacht industry as the choice for expert repair, complete refit or any conceivable service need.