Royal Huisman Group acquired by Dutch investor
Royal Huisman Group (comprising Royal Huisman, Huisfit and Rondal) is to be sold to O2 Capital Partners, a Dutch long-term investor. The Netherlands-based Royal Huisman Group, celebrating its 140th anniversary this year, says its management team remains unchanged and continues to build on the healthy order portfolio.
“We are delighted to become part of the rich heritage of Royal Huisman Group,” says Philip Sluiter, owner of O2 Capital Partners. “Our goal is to further build on the current healthy foundation and invest in the future of this iconic company for the long term. We recognize the potential in the combination of craftsmanship and innovation that characterises Royal Huisman Group.”
After a decade of involvement, the current shareholders, Koninklijke Doeksen and Parcom, say they now support the transition to O2 Capital Partners.
Jan Willem Doeksen, representative of the current shareholders, adds: “It has been an honour to support and develop Royal Huisman Group into the leading company it is today. We leave behind a company with a strong order portfolio and a dedicated team of specialists.”
Jan Timmerman, CEO of Royal Huisman Group, says Royal Huisman Group is ready to embark on the next phase in its history.
“Despite a challenging decade, the current shareholders have always provided us with the trust and support for which I am grateful,” says Timmerman. “With the arrival of O2 Capital Partners, we have found a new investor who shares our values and passion and will assist us in realising our ambitious strategy for the long term.”
The acquisition is expected to be completed this month (August 2024).
Royal Huisman is known for delivering record-breaking superyachts, including the world’s tallest sailing yacht, currently in-build, and the world’s largest sportfish yacht.
