We are delighted to see the Puffin 42 ‘Fina’ featured in Spiegel der Zeilvaart. The article explores the distinctive character and craftsmanship behind our yachts, where timeless design meets modern sailing performance. Read the full article here. An English translation is also included for our international readers.

An interesting new project is currently taking shape at SRF Shipbuilding in Harlingen. Based on a design by Laurent Giles Naval Architects, Olivier van Meer Design was commissioned by the client to develop a vessel for exclusive charter use on the Canal du Midi. A key requirement was that she had to be able to pass beneath the famous Capestang Bridge, one of the lowest bridges along the canal. At the same time, the client wanted much more than a river cruiser. The vessel also had to be suitab...

This week, Lelystad is once again home to HISWA te Water, the largest in water boat show in the Netherlands. Make sure to visit SRF, where the Puffin 9.0 is on display. A compact motorboat with unmistakable Puffin lines, a low air draft and a surprisingly generous amount of space. The large cockpit offers plenty of seating, with a spacious sunbed aft. Forward in the cockpit you will find a small galley and refrigerator, making her perfectly suited for long days on the water. Inside, the Puffi...

For those who appreciate yacht design, craftsmanship and the story behind a yacht, this film is worth taking the time for. We made it some five years ago. The Puffins you see in the film belong to an earlier generation, but the story Olivier tells has not changed. It starts in 1990, not with a client brief, but with an idea of his own. Inspired by years of sailing his schooner through European waters, the coasts of Britain and Scandinavia, and by his fascination with the traditional sail...

This summer, Zr. Ms. Urania took part in The Tall Ships Races 2026. Starting in Aarhus, the race took her to Harlingen, Antwerp and Stavanger, before finishing in Aalborg. Along the way, her crew competed against Tall Ships from all around the world. Urania was designed as a training yacht for future officers of the Royal Netherlands Navy. Most of their experience at sea will eventually be gained aboard naval ships that are many times larger. On board Urania, they experience the sea from t...

Some moments remind us why certain yachts become true icons. During the celebration of 250 years of American independence, Oosterschelde had the extraordinary honour of leading the international fleet of Tall Ships into New York City. Sailing past millions of spectators along the Hudson River, with the Manhattan skyline as her backdrop, she represented Dutch maritime heritage on one of the world’s most iconic stages. For Team Olivier van Meer Design, Oosterschelde will always be a very ...

After visiting the Danish islands of Ærø, Langeland, Falster and Møn, “Quadra” continued from Copenhagen towards the Swedish west coast. She is now exploring the archipelago and skerry coast, sailing with both new and returning guests. It is rewarding to see her being used exactly as intended. Comfortable cruising, long passages and memorable destinations, all under sail. For our team, the project involved much more than preserving her classic appearance. It was about finding the right ba...

The new Puffin 42 has been put to the test by YACHT.de. It is always a pleasure to see one of our designs reviewed by one of Europe’s leading sailing magazines. The article gives an honest and detailed impression of the yacht, her concept and her sailing characteristics. One small note from our side. During the test, the boat suffered from unusually high steering loads. This was not caused by the design itself, but by an incorrectly supplied component in the Jefa steering system. The...

A long held dream has become reality for the owner of “Taeke Hadewych”. He has sailed her single handed to Thyborøn, something he had looked forward to for a long time, but also saw as a major challenge. After making his way through the Limfjord, with periods of very strong wind along the way, he has now reached the eastern side. He will wait for the next spell of heavy weather to pass before continuing to Copenhagen in one 24 hour passage. There, his wife will join him for four weeks of s...

It is always a pleasure to see one of our designs on the cover of Spiegel der Zeilvaart. Especially when it is a yacht as beautiful as “Quadra”. For us, this project was about finding the right balance. We redesigned her aft section, keel and complete sail plan to give her the sailing performance she deserves, while remaining faithful to the classic lines and character of this Alden replica. We are pleased to see “Quadra” featured on the cover of this edition.

After years of building the owner finished his project and starting seatrails of Quadra. The classic sailing yacht is a two-masted gaff schooner built to the design of Lelanta II by renowned American naval architect, John Alden. His yacht designs are known for their grace and elegance, as well as their stability. They can also be sailed with a small crew. We designed the sailplan & engineering of rigging, Interior-plans & Deck Layout, the new Keel & Hydrostatics and last but not l...

Unmatched views, total protection. The Puffin RAW’s 360° deck saloon offers a panoramic window to the horizon. Whether it’s tropical heat or heavy seas, stay sheltered in a bright, airy refuge designed for the modern explorer.

New build: Puffin 42 3th generation. We are very proud to show you the new generation Puffin on the water. Upcoming weeks the boat will be Rigged Rigged at Jachtservice de Werf b.v., in the old centre of Enkhuizen. Our team can’t wait to step onboard for the first sea trial.  

The 39ft Dunkirk little ship Jeff was built for Thames pleasure trips in 1923, by J Mears of Richmond. She was, until recently, one of the most original of the fleet of Dunkirk little ships, She’s now at VMG Yachtbuilders for restoration. Olivier van Meer Design redesigned her deklayout to give her a new live as a luxury canalcruiser.    

Built in 1946 at the famous shipyard De Vries Lentsch and designed by de Voogt Naval architects. Simmerdream is an icon of Dutch built Classic Motoryachts. Olivier van Meer Design had the chanche to draw a new interior design, some details on deck and having supervision of the intensive renovation, in collaboration of VMG yachtbuilders in Enkhuizen.   

Puffin RAW is a fast decksaloon sailingyacht. Olivier van Meer Design combines the power of a performance yacht, with the comfort of the real decksaloon. Sailing easly short handed and doing longer passages in a shorter time frame. Stay well rested while keeping watch from inside the spacious saloon. The panoramic view lets you keep in touch with the sails, horizon or the most beautiful surroundings. The Puffin RAW is available in a fixed or variable draft version.      

We designed the biggest Hoogaars ever! Nehalennia is new build and ocean going. She was inspirated by the Dutch type of fishingvessel ‘Hoogaars’, from the last century. Her hull is 22m long and fully equipped to have guests on board and sail in colder area’s. Built by SRF Harlingen. During Hiswa te water Boatshow you can visit Nehalennia on the stand of SRF shipbuilding on stand B07  

New build: Puffin 9.0 LaunchWhat do you think about our Puffin 9.0 Launch design? Inspirated by our Puffin Sailingyachts we designed a 9m Launch in Steel or Aluminum. built by SRF shipbuilding Harlingen. Electric Propulsion.  

New Design – New build – Under construction 42’ (13 m) Puffin® 42 Build with VMG Yachtbuilders, Enkhuizen