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Our Story
Henriques Yachts was founded in 1977 by Joaquim “Jack” Henriques in Bayville, New Jersey, built on a legacy of craftsmanship, integrity, and family tradition. Today, every semi-custom Henriques is designed around the owner’s needs, blending proven hull strength with modern innovation for unmatched performance at sea.
Henriques Yachts Inc
'Henriques' [Hen-Ree-Kiss]
From Portugal to Bayville, The Henriques Story...
Henriques Yachts traces its roots to the small coastal town of Murtosa, Portugal, where Joaquim “Jack” Henriques first discovered his passion for boatbuilding. Guided by hard work and determination, Jack pursued his dream of coming to America, and in 1977 he opened the doors to Henriques Yachts in Bayville, New Jersey. Joined by his daughters, Maria and Natalia, and later his son-in-law, Manuel Costa, Jack built a family-owned company founded on integrity, authenticity, and a relentless dedication to quality.
From the beginning, Henriques set itself apart by focusing on true semi-custom craftsmanship. Every yacht is built to order, designed around the needs of its owner, and fully customizable to reflect personal style and lifestyle. Whether for serious offshore sportfishing or comfortable cruising, each Henriques combines strength, performance, and individuality.
Strength. Space. Seaworthiness.
One of our most defining features is space. With the largest cockpits in their class and engine rooms designed for accessibility, Henriques models provide the room anglers demand where it matters most. From the 42’ Express with a 155-square-foot cockpit to the 50’ model with an impressive 210-square-foot pit, every build is engineered to maximize fishability, comfort, and safety.
We’ve never compromised on hull integrity, and we continually adapt to advances in technology to improve efficiency and performance. By blending time-honored techniques with modern innovation, Henriques Yachts continues to create vessels that are structurally sound, seaworthy, and ready to meet the demands of the most passionate anglers.
