Grand Banks Yachts
ShipbuildingFlorida, United States51-200 Employees
Grand Banks Yachts is a shipbuilding company based in Stuart, Florida, employing between 51 and 200 people, that designs and builds recreational motor yachts with a focus on craftsmanship and detail. The firm traces its origins to 1956, when it was established as American Marine, giving it about seven decades of history in the recreational yacht sector. It is recognized for introducing and popularizing the American trawler style and the downeast cruisers associated with its Eastbay series. The company has pursued international expansion, including the development of a composite manufacturing facility in Pasir Gudang, Malaysia, and the acquisition of Casey’s Marina Inc in March 2025; in 2026 it opened a new sales and service office in Newport Beach, California. In product development, Grand Banks has announced the GB54 EU Edition with a planned launch in July 2026 and a showcase at boot Düsseldorf 2026.