Please select your home edition
Edition
North Sails Loft 57 Podcast

Leadership transition at Koninklijke De Vries Scheepsbouw, part of Feadship

by Feadship 8 Apr 21:48 PDT
Passing the Helm with Flying Colours © Feadship

With the stepping down of Henk and Tom de Vries from the day-to-day management, Koninklijke De Vries Scheepsbouw marks a significant moment in the history of the family business.

The occasion was marked at the Aalsmeer yard, where more than 500 guests from the Dutch and international superyacht industry, together with family and friends, gathered under the title Passing the Helm with Flying Colours.

Koninklijke De Vries Scheepsbouw is defined by long term thinking, craftsmanship and a consistent course. These values underpin the collaboration within Feadship and the way leadership has developed step by step in recent years, with responsibilities carefully assigned within the De Vries Board.

Day to day management rests with Roderick de Vries (Chief Executive Officer), Rob de Vries (Chief Projects Officer), Bas Nederpelt (Chief Commercial Officer and Feadship Director) and John Veldman (Chief Financial Officer). Together, they bring more than eighty years of De Vries experience and continue to build on a course centred on quality, continuity and long term collaboration.

Henk and Tom de Vries will remain involved with Feadship as Ambassadors and with Koninklijke De Vries Scheepsbouw as Supervisory Board members and shareholders.

Watch the Aftermovie here.

Related Articles

Two high-profile speakers announced
For the African Boating Conference Africa's emergence as a serious player in the global yachting industry has been reinforced with the announcement of two high-profile speakers at the African Boating Conference. Posted on 13 Apr
Yacht Racing Forum 2026 Update
Initial Programme and key updates Following one of its most successful editions, the Yacht Racing Forum has unveiled the first elements of its 2026 programme. The event will take place on 19–20 November in Amsterdam, with the traditional Sailors' Night on Thursday evening. Posted on 13 Apr
Saxdor appoints new Customer Experience Director
Vincent will lead all customer experience, after-sales, and service initiatives across the Americas Saxdor Yachts is pleased to announce the appointment of Bernard J. "Tripper" Vincent as Customer Experience Director for the Americas, a key leadership role supporting the company's continued expansion across North, Central, and South America. Posted on 11 Apr
SERO Sailing to Build the Viper 640
A new era with the same class energy and culture The Viper 640 Class has appointed SERO Sailing as the new official class builder, marking an exciting new chapter for the popular high-performance one-design class. Posted on 10 Apr
Ford Motor Company and Sharrow scale production
Resulting in a significant reduction in production timelines Sharrow Engineering announced it is scaling production of its patented Sharrow™ Propeller through a collaboration with Ford Motor Company's Advanced Industrial Technology & Platforms (ATP) team, using advanced 3D sand-casting techniques. Posted on 10 Apr
VIBE 2026 Fundraiser Gala Supports Marine Talent
Charter Smarter Connects New Audiences The Caribbean's premier marine showcase returns to St. Thomas this May, where the third annual Virgin Islands Boating Expo (VIBE) will bring together luxury yachts, global brands, and a growing focus on workforce development. Posted on 10 Apr
Team Francesca Clapcich launches Purpose Program
The team has launched two free, evidence-based programs now open to sailing schools Team Francesca Clapcich Powered by 11th Hour Racing is today announcing the full launch of its 2026 Purpose Program - a structured, action-oriented commitment to transforming diversity, belonging, and high performance in sailing. Posted on 9 Apr
Newport Bermuda Race Daily Broadcast
Experience the race from the Gulf Stream, powered by Palm Beach Motor Yachts The Newport Bermuda Race's partnership with Palm Beach Motor Yachts is expanding to provide race fans and sailors an opportunity to experience the race in a way that has never been done before. Posted on 9 Apr
Quantum Pacific Enters SailGP
With Acquisition of Championship-Winning Spain Team SailGP, the most exciting racing on water, today announced the sale of the Los Gallos SailGP Team (Spain) to the Quantum Pacific Group ("Quantum Pacific"), marking a landmark moment for both the championship and Spanish sport. Posted on 9 Apr
America's Cup: IMG Licencing appointed for AC38
IMG Licensing as the exclusive global licensing agency for the Naples event The organisers of the Louis Vuitton 38th America's Cup, the world's most prestigious and historic yachting competition, have appointed IMG Licensing as the exclusive global licensing agency for the 38th America's Cup to be held in Naples, Italy. Posted on 9 Apr
RS Sailing 2021 - FOOTERA+T QBD7Allen Dynamic 40 Footer