Looking for the best for your ship? De Waal Machinefabriek has been the leading propulsion and manoeuvring specialist for many years. With our metalworking machines, well-equipped workshops, three mooring quays and two ship lifts, we can take care of everything for you! Our mission: to excel in the engineering, production and maintenance of high-quality steering gear, ship rudders and propeller shaft installations. De Waal: a family business since 1938..
Discover all our services: from inspections and certifications, service and repairs to the use of our two unique ship lifts. With our lifts, your ship will be completely dry within ten minutes! Did you know that this can save you relatively expensive slipway costs?
At Machinefabriek De Waal, we have already completed many exciting projects for the various markets we serve: from inland shipping to maritime shipping and from fishing to superyacht construction. Curious? Below you will find an overview of various projects we have recently completed.
We equip many new-build ships directly with our innovative Easyflow rudder system, but did you know that you can also come to us for your existing ship? We can achieve significant fuel savings or speed gains for you. We have already converted more than a hundred existing ships. Will your ship be next?
We are a family business and proud of it. Founded in 1938 by Ko de Waal and now managed by the third and fourth generations of the De Waal family. Craftsmanship, a desire to excel and a willingness to invest the money earned have made this company a household name in Dutch and European shipbuilding.
