New Shareholders for Groot Ship Design

We are excited to announce that Groot Ship Design has new shareholders. Theodoor de Jonge, together with Ferus Smit, has acquired the shares of Groot Ship Design and DEKC Maritime from Nimbus. This transfer places the companies in the hands of persons with strong ties to the maritime industry.

With 25 years of experience in the international maritime sector, Theodoor is a familiar face and brings valuable expertise to the team.

Groot Ship Design will continue to be managed by Jan Willem Cuperus, with Theodoor involved as a strategic partner.

Ferus Smit, active in the Northern Netherlands shipbuilding industry through various companies, was eager to invest in both businesses alongside Theodoor de Jonge. Driven by his deep involvement in the shipbuilding sector and a desire to strengthen the maritime cluster in the Northern Netherlands, he found this partnership an exciting opportunity.

Groot Ship Design is a leading player in the design of shortsea and ocean-going cargo vessels, while DEKC Maritime primarily focuses on the offshore (wind), one-offs/special projects, dredging, and operational markets. Both companies will continue to operate independently under their own names, maintaining their focus on their respective market segments.

Are you interested in learning more about these developments? We’d love to hear from you!