New agents in the United Kingdom & Ireland PRESS RELEASE 17-01-2019 Najad AB is delighted to announce the appointment of new agents in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Making the announcement at the 50th boot Düsseldorf in January 2019, NicolasBroberg, CEO for Najad & Arcona Yachts, said, “Ian Dighé, Alasdair Marshall and Simon Rosier already represent Read More
Najad News
Crash Test Boat – Gas Explosion
How safe is your gas system? Do you make regular checks? Chris Beeson and the Crash Test Boat team create a gas explosion to show you why you should never take risks with gas The violence shocked us all. We had expected windows and hatches to be blown out but the coachroof was blown off Read More
The Truth About Teak Decks
Shipwright Robin Benjamin says modern, thin teak decks need lots of regular care, and so it’s vital to follow his advice on how to keep them looking good. In the last 15 years I have worked on more teak decks than I care to remember, writes Robin Benjamin: I think I’ve seen every problem that Read More
Organizational Changes for Najad
Since the 1st March 2018, yacht manufactures Najad AB and Arcona AB have been owned by Orust Quality Yachts AB. Their activities are conducted as separated companies, trademarks and brands and will continue to evolve independently. Orust Quality Yachts AB intends to create successful and efficient organizations to continue to build quality yachts within both Najad’s and Read More
Najad AB acquires Arcona Yachts AB
Najad AB has acquired Arcona Yachts AB. The companies manufacture and sell sailing yachts in the premium segment and will continue to develop and sell yachts under separate brands. Najad produces yachts designed for blue water cruising, comfort and ease of use. Arcona produces yachts designed for racing and cruising. The combined force of the Read More
Najad are Increasing their Presence in the Market
Najad are increasing their presence in the market and improving the customer relations and support. By scaling down the agent network and increasing the direct contact between the yard and the buyer they can offer an improved customer support and a reinforced buying experience. The new organizational setup will lead to a leaner and smoother Read More
A Note on Passwords
How many of us have watched some film where the future of the planet is down to cracking a user password. The person trying to break in to the system will try a persons name, their wife’s name, their birthday, their son’s birthday etc until they eventually crack the password and get into the system Read More
Welcome to the Najad Owners Website
The Najad Owners Association : A New Beginning. A new beginning, a new site and a totally new experience. The Najad Owners Association welcomes members old and new. Share your experiences and sailing stories with other members. Seek technical advice in the Members Forum. Read the comprehensive collection of boat reviews. A one-stop solution for Read More
Najad is launching two all new Mini Super Yachts
Sail Universe 6 February 2017 Sailboats, Sweden Swedish yard Najad is introducing the two all new N395 AC and N395 CC. The yachts are designed in a joint venture by Najad, Farr Yacht Design – acknowledged as the top racing-yacht design team in the world, and Ken Freivokh Design – superyacht stylist, architects, and interior Read More
The Norwegian Approach to Teak Deck Care
Posted by Darrell Nicholson August 9, 2016 Darrell NicholsonThe new teak deck aboard Pleasure, a Hallberg-Rassy 352, was the most expensive part of the boat’s refit. A day after clawing my way through the sea of tourists descending from Norway’s most photographed spot, the precipitous ledge known as Priekestolen, it was a relief to find Read More
Najad History
Najad Yachts is a yacht builder headquartered in Henån, Sweden. According to the company website, the firm was founded in 1971. As of 2005, the company had 160 employees, and produced up to approximately 80 yachts per year. Worldwide sales include Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Turkey and the US. History Najad was founded in 1967 Read More
Najad Back In Business
Sweden’s Lidköpings Båtsnickeri, builders of SwedeStar sailing yachts, has acquired Najadvarvet Yachting Monthly by Dick Durham October 15, 2003 Najad 410 Sweden’s Lidköpings Båtsnickeri, builders of SwedeStar sailing yachts, has acquired Najadvarvet. The new owners have purchased all rights to Najad boats,reports IBI magazine. “I’m very happy to announce positive news on the boating market,” Read More
Najad is declared officially bankrupt
A very sad day for Swedish boatbuilding as 40-year old traditional yacht manufacturer Najad is declared officially bankrupt. With regret Yachting World received a press release today, Tuesday 9th August 2011, stating that the District Court of Uddevalla, Sweden, has declared Najadvarvet AB bankrupt. The company gained a prestigious reputation during its 40 years of Read More