Ocea

1. Shipyard Identity & Heritage

Founded in 1987 on France’s Atlantic coast, OCEA has become one of Europe’s most respected specialists in aluminium shipbuilding, with a dual focus on naval/governmental vessels and long‑range private yachts. Operating across four industrial sites, the shipyard has delivered more than 350 vessels worldwide, earning a reputation for efficiency, autonomy, and technical precision.

2. Core Expertise: Aluminium Construction at Scale

OCEA is recognised as a pioneer in lightweight, corrosion‑resistant aluminium hulls, enabling exceptional fuel efficiency, extended range, and reduced lifecycle costs. This expertise underpins both its OPV/FPB patrol vessel series and its boutique OCEA Yachts division, positioning the yard as a leader in high‑performance, low‑consumption maritime engineering.

3. Facilities & Production Capabilities

The shipyard operates four complementary sites in Les Sables‑d’Olonne, Saint‑Nazaire, La Rochelle, and Fontenay‑le‑Comte, each dedicated to hull fabrication, outfitting, high‑speed vessel development, and industrial aluminium components. With more than 500 employees, OCEA delivers vessels up to 120 metres, supported by advanced digital modelling and integrated production workflows.

4. Naval & Governmental Leadership

OCEA is internationally known for its Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPV) and Fast Patrol Boats (FPB), serving navies and coast guards across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Flagship deliveries include the 84m OPV 270 “Gabriela Silang”, the world’s largest aluminium patrol vessel, demonstrating the yard’s ability to combine speed, autonomy, and operational resilience.

5. OCEA Yachts: Long‑Range Aluminium Motor Yachts

The yacht division produces a distinctive fleet of transoceanic aluminium motor yachts, including the Commuter and Classic series. These yachts are defined by:

• Exceptional autonomy and low fuel consumption

• Quiet, comfortable long‑range cruising

• Understated, functional design with expedition capability

• Low‑maintenance aluminium hulls ideal for global itineraries

OCEA Yachts appeals to owners prioritising range, efficiency, and reliability over ostentation.

6. After‑Sales, Support & Technology Transfer

OCEA provides comprehensive lifecycle support, including crew training, maintenance programs, documentation, and global technical assistance. For governmental clients, the yard offers technology transfer, local construction partnerships, and long‑term operational support — a key differentiator in the defence and patrol vessel sector. One of the finest is OCEA 108 - ARAOK - II which is availble for charter in West Mediterrenean, in particular around Island of Corsica.

7. Sustainability, Certifications & Forward Strategy

The shipyard holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications and maintains one of the highest CSR scores in the French maritime sector. OCEA is actively developing alternative‑energy solutions, having delivered its first H2‑ready vessel in 2023. Its strategic focus remains on efficient aluminium platforms, reduced emissions, and long‑range performance across both naval and private sectors.

If you are interested in building an all aluminium yacht with OCEA Yachts or consider other similar shipyards such as Heesen, Moonen, Lynx or Bering, please do get in touch at brokerage@supersailyachts.com or call on +44 (0) 7792052007.