Yantai Raffles

Yantai Raffles Shipyard, also known as CIMC Raffles, is a Chinese shipbuilding company. The shipyard is located in Yantai, Shandong Province, China. It is known for its role in the construction of offshore drilling rigs, offshore support vessels, and other specialized marine structures. While primarily focused on heavy industry and offshore oil and gas, Yantai Raffles has also been involved in the construction of large yacht-like vessels, particularly in the explorer or expedition yacht segment, leveraging its expertise in robust marine construction. The shipyard has facilities capable of handling large-scale projects, including dry docks and heavy-lift capabilities. Their involvement in the yacht sector often stems from projects requiring significant engineering and structural integrity, similar to their offshore work. Over the years, the company has undertaken various complex marine engineering projects, establishing itself as a significant player in China's heavy shipbuilding industry. Their approach often involves custom builds for clients requiring specialized capabilities or large displacement vessels. The shipyard's operations are supported by a substantial workforce and a focus on integrating different stages of shipbuilding from design to outfitting. Its market positioning in the yacht sector is generally within the custom-built, large displacement, and expedition yacht categories, where its industrial expertise can be applied to create robust and highly capable vessels.