Yacht builder Henk Hokwerda has been pronounced winner of the HISWA Excellence Award 2010. He is the founder/owner of shipyard De Boarnstream in Jirnsum. The company builds steel quality yachts, such as the renowned Boarncruiser.
From the establishment in 1960, Hokwerda has put all his passion, knowledge and experience in the company. What started as a hobby has turned into a renowned shipyard that builds typically Dutch steel motor yachts for (inter)national clients. The yachts show his love for yacht building and innovation. He was one of the first to combine a steel hull with plastic accommodation.
Good Reputation
President of the jury Ineke Dezentjé Hamming: “The jury was unanimous. Henk won because he is passionate and is always trying to be innovative. He is an all round tradesman who has given his family business international repute. When you have delivered around 1000 yachts, work from the client’s wishes and have built and maintained a good reputation since 1960, you can defintiely be a proud winner.”
Maritime Awards Gala
Hokwerda will be presented with the HISWA Excellence Award 2010 during the Maritime Awards Gala on Wednesday 10 November at the Amsterdam Convention Factory. He will receive a ceritifcate of appreciation, a sculpture and (inter)national publicity. In addition, for the coming year, Hokwerda will be an ambassador of HISWA.
SWZ Maritime at the Maritime Awards Gala
Of course SWZ Maritime will be present at the Gala and SWZonline will bring you a report of the winners and a photo album on the day following the Gala.
Jury
The winner was chosen by an independent, professional jury consisting of president Ineke Dezentjé Hamming (Member of the Dutch House of Commons for the VVD), Dirk Smit (former president of HISWA Vereniging) and Frans Heesen (winner HISWA Excellence Award 2009).
Last year’s Maritime Awards’ Winners at the Maritime Awards Gala
