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Commercial Vessel Models

Visit the CEO of Newport News Shipbuilding, the Pentagon, or even the White House, as well as a number of maritime museums and ship builders across the globe - And you'll see our replica models on display.

Our Specialty Is Custom Made Ship Models - Commercial Vessels of ALL Types

We can build ship models to virtually ANY size or scale desired! Just Ask.

Oil Tankers and LNG Carriers  Oil Platforms  Container Ships  Tug Boats
Freighters  Ferries  Ocean Liners and Cruise Ships  Utility and Work Boats  OSVs

Replica Models for Trade Show Exhibits, Office Displays, Customer Gifts, or Prototyping



Ideally we like to work from a series of detailed photographs, hull lines and general arrangement deck layout plans. For a yet-to-be built vessel, we can easily work with CAD, 3-D renderings, line drawings and other files. All plans and reference materials are confidentially kept on file for future reference, should you wish to have another model made. Any physical photographs or items you send us will be returned with your model. Of course, we are happy to sign any necessary non-disclosure agreements in advance.

Thanks to our master model makers, some with over 20 years in the business, we skillfully create display models that capture every detail of each vessel. We offer our customers true museum quality replica models you will be proud to display. Each model ship comes fully assembled, the hull is made using a combination of ABS and kiln-dried mahogany,with other parts made from a variety of woods, resins and metals. Each model is mounted on pedestals and a display base (waterline models are also available).

We engage our customers at each stage of the model build. Prior to shipping, we take a series of photos of the model and send them to you for final review and approval – so you know exactly what your model will look like and allow for any necessary modifications.

       From Dockside to Desktop

The build time is generally 12-14 weeks from receipt of the necessary photographs and support documents, and will depend on the model complexity and quality of the support materials provided, as well as well as the model size and order quantity.

The normal procedure is a 50% deposit with the commissioning, with the balance due prior to shipping. Once you have approved your model, she will be shipped in a robust shipping crate and insured for your protection.

Add a museum-like touch to your model display - Consider our protective display case option. Keep fingers and dust away - forever! Please visit our Display Case page to see our selection.

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Full model sizes start at 12 inches. Pricing is based on the vessel size, type and complexity, the model type and size, any additional options, order quantities, and the shipping destination and method. We can build models to virtually ANY size or scale desired. 

After reviewing our photo examples below, contact us to request a quote for your specific vessel and the model size desired.

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