Michelle Jones, Author at DELTA MARINE

February, 2026 – Article in Superyacht Times Founded in 1967, Delta Marine is a family-owned shipyard located on the banks of Seattle’s Duwamish River. With more than five decades of naval architecture, engineering expertise and hands-on craftsmanship behind it, the shipyard has evolved into America’s leading builder of fully custom yachts.   From its Pacific […]

(Seattle, WA) December 2025 – Article in Superyacht Times In a world where superyachts increasingly double as sanctuaries for adventure, Delta Marine’s Project Discovery stands out as a vessel that redefines what it means to explore in style. Currently in build at the Seattle shipyard and due for delivery in 2027, the 47.55-metre motor yacht […]

A charter-ready vessel with a sauna, cold plunge, and amenities for an active lifestyle   (Seattle, WA) October 2025 — Delta Marine is excited to announce Project Discovery, a 156-foot custom yacht designed around movement, wellness, and connection to the sea. From expansive decks to adaptable interior spaces, every element encourages a connection between indoor […]

  (Seattle, WA) July 2025 — We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Ivor Jones, co-founder of Delta Marine. Driven by an early passion for boat racing, Ivor was defined by his relentless energy and unwavering commitment. He led by example, always hands-on and working alongside his crew. His drive was contagious, inspiring […]

A charter-ready yacht featuring an impressive lineup of expedition gear (Seattle, WA) July 2025—Delta Marine is excited to announce ZEMBRA, a 152-foot full-displacement motor yacht engineered for global travel, deep-sea dives, and aerial exploration. Easily distinguishable in full metallic Arizona bronze paint, her profile is bold and robust. Large windows and clean angular lines reinforce […]

Behind Shed Doors: Discovering Delta Marine Founded by brothers Ivor and Jack Jones on Seattle’s Duwamish River in 1967, Delta Marine started its life building commercial fishing boats capable of surviving the turbulent waters of the Pacific Northwest. Developing on its success in the fishing sector, Delta Marine shifted tack and began building hardy, luxury […]

  It has been anything but quiet at Delta Marine, the Seattle-based shipyard where exclusivity and confidentiality are pillars of the signature custom yacht building experience, and the buzz of innovation and creativity abounds. As such, Delta is delighted to announce an inventive 110-foot motor yacht currently in build. Developed in response to changing market […]

Seattle, February 2014 – Delta is excited to unveil its latest project, a 40-meter superyacht with a new high-efficiency hull design. Built for repeat Delta owners, ONIKA embodies the simple elegance and warmth of a true Gentleman’s yacht. The Delta Design Group was entrusted with the entire design and engineering package, beginning with the challenge to design a hull for shallow draft cruising with the same seaworthiness and capabilities as a full-displacement design. Here are a few words from Delta’s Chief Na- val Architect, Jay Miner:

Seattle, July 2013 – Delta is proud to announce the delivery of their newest 66-meter yacht, INVICTUS. Latin for “unconquerable”, INVICTUS is homage to the indomitable spirit at the heart of the 19th century poem by William Ernest Hemley. Strikingly beautiful, flawlessly conceived and profoundly powerful, INVICTUS is a tribute to the courage and strength portrayed in the namesake poem’s final stanza, “I am the master of my fate: I am the captain of my soul.”