Origin story

An iconic design is born

Our founder’s story begins with the skills he developed at a young age, first as a welder, then an engineer. It was his innate ability, craftsmanship skills and vision that led him to found Vanquish.

Light blue Vanquish hull on stands in the shipyard

How it all began.

It’s the early 2010s. Onetime welder, engineer and self-made Dutch entrepreneur Tom Steentjes searches for a 32-foot day boat of outstanding quality, performance and design–in aluminum, the premium boatbuilding material. None exist. Why not? Tom’s next move speaks to his exceptional drive, dedication and perfectionism. He makes it himself.

Tom creates a yacht of astonishing singular design and build quality. A friend sees it. He must have one. More follow. Orders snowball. It’s not long before Vanquish launches in the US, to widespread acclaim. The secret? To see a Vanquish is to want it. But behind the style lies unequalled substance. Each one is a triumph of engineering perfectionism, inspiring an instant emotional response that grows into a lifelong passion.

Iconic, standout looks. Fastidious Dutch craftsmanship. Fanatical attention to detail. Uncompromising performance and handling. Understated, ultraluxe design. Thoughtful touches to elevate every experience. All part of the Vanquish DNA right from the start, thanks to Tom’s relentless perfectionism.

Our distinctive aluminium hull and reverse bow design are part of Vanquish DNA since day 1.

For rebel connoisseurs.

To this day, all our yachts are precision-crafted in our state-of-the art Vanquish shipyard in the Netherlands.

Where we are today.

Vanquish yachts moored together in a marina, aerial view

Both sides of the Atlantic.

With major offices in Fort Lauderdale, FL as well as the Netherlands, Vanquish has come a long way.

Dark blue Vanquish yacht in the shipyard hall

What hasn’t changed.

Tom’s vision and fanatical attention to detail remains. To this day, every yacht is precision-crafted in our Marknesse shipyard.

Welder working on an aluminum plate at the Vanquish shipyard

Craftsmanship is in our blood.

We draw on centuries of proud Dutch shipbuilding tradition, bringing together time-honed expertise and the latest state-of-the-art technology.