‘M5‘ still the worlds biggest sloop, is having her below WL painted in the Dry Dock at Devonport in New Zealand. Taking a break from her Pacific Ocean voyaging. I joined M5 for the passage from Vanuatu to Auckland. Sailing... Read More
A design career that took off with the 1973 world champion Quarter Tonner, evolved through numerous successful Admiral’s Cup and Maxi designs and ultimately led to the creation of some of the world’s most notable superyachts, provides a tidy basis... Read More
St Barths Bucket March 17 – 20, 2016 is the highlight of the sailing calendar. This is the first time I will not be able to attend this prestigious event. Ron Holland Design studio is proud to participate with six entries in this... Read More
A great evening speaking at the Takapuna Boating Club. The event was organized by Ralph Roberts, a New Zealand Sailing Olympian, and Takapuna Boating Club President. Follow this link, to find out more about Takapuna Boating Club... Read More
The University of British Columbia, Navel Architecture and Marine Engineering students with Professor Chris McKesson at Ron Holland Design office for mentoring meeting. ... Read More
A good start to 2016! “Tawera” wins Millennium Cup in New Zealand. The 92 ft LOA Ron Holland Design Ketch Tawera’ wins a close Millennium Regatta in New Zealand’s Bay of Islands with 2Â wins out of 3 races. Built by... Read More