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The 49.71m/163'1" motor yacht 'My Girl' was built by Westport Yachts in the United States at their Westport, WA shipyard. Her interior is styled by design house Donald Starkey and she was delivered to her owner in July 2016. This luxury vessel's exterior design is the work of Donald Starkey.

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Built with a GRP hull and GRP superstructure, with teak decks, she benefits from a semi-displacement hull to provide exceptional seakeeping and impressive speeds. Powered by twin diesel MTU (16V 4000 M90) 3,650hp engines, she comfortably cruises at 20 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 24 knots with a range of up to 5,200 nautical miles from her 73,000 litre fuel tanks. Her low draft of 2.23m/7'4" makes her primed for accessing shallow areas and cruising close to the shorelines. Her water tanks store around 8,450 Litres of fresh water. She was built to ABS (American Bureau of Shipping) ✠A1, Commercial Yachting Service, ✠AMS classification society rules.

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From Marine Log: "Chouest family buys yacht builder Westport JUNE 7, 2014 — The assets of Westport Shipyard, Inc., the largest yacht builder in North America, have been acquired by Westport, LLC, an ownership group that includes Gary Chouest and other members of the Chouest family. As well as owning Edison Chouest Offshore, the Chouest family also owns American Custom Yachts in Stuart, FL. Westport, which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, has three shipyards in Washington State, in Westport, Port Angles and Hoquiam, and a marina and sales office in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. With over 400 employees, Westport has completed more than 120 yachts since 2000. And one customer was Gary Chouest. Westport president Daryl Wakefield, who will remain in the position, says "Gary has always been passionate about our industry, and we are honored to count him as a customer, and now our majority owner, as well." Westport says General Manager Dave Hagiwara will also remain, along with the rest of Westport's management team and employees. "Similar to the history of the Chouest family business, Westport began five decades ago with a fishing fleet, and has diversified into many other core businesses, focusing on customer satisfaction and the pursuit of excellence," said Gary Chouest. "We are pleased to join the Westport family, and look forward to pursuing the synergies that exist between the Chouest companies, ACY, and Westport. "We will continue to pursue the employment of skilled local workers, and will remain an active participant in the communities Westport serves."

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I'm glad to see that. Obviously Edson couldn't keep it forever at his age. Glad to finally see a US boat company acquired by a boater instead of a venture capitalist.

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This will be interesting to watch for a few years. AYC has a huge chunk of property on the St.Lucie river with loads of room to build sheds and larger haul out or syncro lifts. Much easier to get your product to marker via the east coast for sure. Christensen says that the lake Telico plant in Knoxville is a go once again now that the economy for yachting has turned the corner for them and the Vancouver plant is running at full capacity with 3 years of scheduled builds

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US superyacht builder Westport Shipyard under new majority ownership

US superyacht builder Westport has been acquired by Westport, LLC, an ownership group that includes members of Louisiana's Chouest family.

The Washington-based builder celebrated its 50-year anniversary in 2014. The builder has three locations in Washington state and a marina and sales office in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The builder is renown for its composite built, semi-custom superyachts. Gary Chouest is an owner of one of the larger yachts in Westport's lineup.

'Gary has always been passionate about our industry, and we are honored to count him as a customer, and now our majority owner, as well,' says Westport’s President Daryl Wakefield. He will remain in his post, alongside General Manager Dave Hagiwara and Westport's senior management team and employees. Westport employees more than 400 employees.

The Chouest family primarily has holdings in the oil and gas marine transportation industry. They also own custom sportfish yacht builder American Custom Yachts, based in Stuart, Florida.

The mood at Westport post-acquisition is upbeat, and the investment influx should bring new visions from the shipyard. Ron Nugent in the Florida office confirms this notion and hints at exciting new action coming from Westport, which has its own in-house vessel design and development team. 'We are always tweaking our products,' Nugent adds, in reference to Westport's commitment to updating its popular models. 'You will be hearing a lot more from us.'

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Insights into Gary Chouest’s Net Worth: Details Revealed

Gary Chouest, president of the Edison Chouest Group and a prominent figure in the maritime industry, has a remarkable net worth that reflects his success and influence.

Key Takeaways:

Gary Chouest’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 billion and $7 billion.

• He is the president of the Edison Chouest Group, a maritime conglomerate founded by his father.
• Chouest is actively involved in various business and civic initiatives.
• He has received numerous awards for his contributions to the maritime and offshore operations.
• The Edison Chouest Offshore enterprise, part of the conglomerate, has a significant impact on U.S. Gulf deepwater operations with over 200 vessels.
• The Edison Chouest Group also owns Westport Yachts, the largest yacht builder in the US.
• Chouest personally owns the MY GIRL yacht.
• His sons, Dino and Ross Chouest, are involved in the family business and have made their marks in the maritime and racing world, respectively.

The Edison Chouest Group and Gary Chouest’s Wealth

The Edison Chouest Group, a prominent maritime conglomerate led by Gary Chouest, has played a pivotal role in his impressive net worth. Gary’s active involvement in various business and civic initiatives, combined with the success of the group’s offshore operations, has contributed significantly to his financial success.

One of the key entities within the Edison Chouest Group is the Edison Chouest Offshore enterprise, which owns and operates over 200 vessels. This enterprise plays a vital role in U.S. Gulf deepwater operations, further enhancing Gary’s net worth and reputation in the maritime industry.

In addition to the offshore operations, the Edison Chouest Group is also the owner of Westport Yachts, the largest yacht builder in the United States. Gary Chouest has a personal stake in this luxury yacht manufacturing company and is the proud owner of the MY GIRL yacht.

With his involvement in the Edison Chouest Group and ownership of Westport Yachts, Gary Chouest’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 billion and $7 billion, reflecting his significant contributions and success within the maritime industry. Furthermore, his sons, Dino and Ross Chouest, have followed in their father’s footsteps, making their own marks in the family business and achieving notable recognition in their respective fields.

What is Gary Chouest’s net worth?

What is the edison chouest group.

The Edison Chouest Group is a maritime conglomerate founded by Gary Chouest’s father. It is involved in various business and civic initiatives and has a significant impact on offshore operations.

How many vessels does the Edison Chouest Offshore own?

The Edison Chouest Offshore enterprise, which is part of the Edison Chouest Group, owns over 200 vessels.

What is Westport Yachts?

Westport Yachts is the largest yacht builder in the US and is owned by the Edison Chouest Group. Gary Chouest owns the MY GIRL yacht.

Are Gary Chouest’s sons involved in the family business?

Yes, Gary Chouest’s sons, Dino and Ross Chouest, are involved in the family business. Dino Chouest has made his mark in the maritime industry, while Ross Chouest has made his mark in the racing world.

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Westport shipyard inc has been sold to a louisiana-based investor, and renamed westport llc. a statement from the company indicates that it is business as usual and the yard will continue to build yachts in port angeles, westport and hoquiam...….

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Chouest buys Washington yacht builder

Galliano shipbuilder Gary Chouest is a lead investor in a group that has bought one of the largest yacht builders in North America.

Chouest and members of his family are part of Westport LLC, a group that purchased Westport Shipyard, which operates three facilities along the northern Washington state coast and a sales office in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Westport employs more than 400 skilled employees and has completed more than 140 luxury yachts since 2000. Its yachts range from 85 feet to 164 feet and sell for prices in the 10s of millions of dollars. The company has been in business 50 years.

“Gary has always been passionate about our industry, and we are honored to count him as a customer, and now our majority owner, as well,” Daryl Wakefield, Westport’s president, said in a news release.

Wakefield will remain in that position, along with General Manager Dave Hagiwara and the rest of Westport’s management team and employees.

The price of the sale was not disclosed.

Edison Chouest, which builds and operates boats for the offshore oil industry in the Gulf of Mexico and worldwide, is Houma-Thibodaux’s largest employer, with about 11,000 employees worldwide, including thousands in Terrebonne and Lafourche parishes. Chouest’s companies include American Custom Yachts in Stuart, Florida.

“Similar to the history of the Chouest family business, Westport began five decades ago focused on a commercial fishing fleet and has diversified into other core businesses but maintains an emphasis on customer satisfaction and the pursuit of excellence,” Chouest said in the news release.

“We are pleased to join the Westport family and look forward to pursuing the synergies that exist between the Chouest companies, ACY, and Westport,” he said. “We will continue to pursue the employment of skilled local workers and will remain an active participant in the communities Westport serves.”

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There’s an ownership change at Westport. Good luck to involve and keep on building those fine yachts. Here is their press release. –KH

Representatives of Westport Shipyard, Inc. (Westport, WA), the largest yacht builder in North America, announced today that the company’s assets have been acquired by Westport, LLC, an ownership group that includes members of the Louisiana-based Chouest family.

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Celebrating 50 years of business in 2014, Westport maintains three locations in Washington state, as well as a marina and sales office in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Employing over 400 skilled employees, Westport has completed more than 120 yachts since 2000. And one of those customers was Gary Chouest.

“Gary has always been passionate about our industry, and we are honored to count him as a customer, and now our majority owner, as well,” said Daryl Wakefield, Westport’s president, who will remain in that position, along with General Manager Dave Hagiwara, and the rest of Westport’s management team and employees.

The Chouest family of companies includes substantial holdings in its primary business in the oil and gas marine transportation industry worldwide, but also includes the successful Stuart, FL-based American Custom Yachts (ACY). Since 1994, ACY has maintained a 63-acre facility accommodating the design and construction of world-famous custom sportsfishermen, as well as a host of other affiliated companies.

“Similar to the history of the Chouest family business, Westport began five decades ago with a fishing fleet, and has diversified into many other core businesses, focusing on customer satisfaction and the pursuit of excellence,” said Gary Chouest.

“We are pleased to join the Westport family, and look forward to pursuing the synergies that exist between the Chouest companies, ACY, and Westport. We will continue to pursue the employment of skilled local workers, and will remain an active participant in the communities Westport serves,” Chouest added.

Also similar to the Chouest business model, Westport maintains its own in-house vessel design and development team. Their composite-built yachts perform to a known standard, delivering exceptional speed, range and handling characteristics.

“The Westport family is excited about joining forces with the Chouest family, but we also must acknowledge the wonderful contributions of Mr. John Orin Edson, our majority shareholder since 1997,” Wakefield noted.

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Westport Shipyard, the largest yacht builder in North America, announced in an emailed statement they have been acquired by Westport, LLC, an ownership group that includes Gary Chouest and members of his Louisiana-based family.

The company’s management team led by Daryl Wakefield along with the 400 employees of Westport will remain in place however, with no expected changes according to the statement.

Since 1997, Westport’s majority shareholder has been Mr. John Orin Edson, the billionaire founder of Bayliner Marine.

“Similar to the history of the Chouest family business, Westport began five decades ago with a fishing fleet, and has diversified into many other core businesses, focusing on customer satisfaction and the pursuit of excellence,” said Gary Chouest.

Westport has facilities three locations in Washington state, as well as a marina and sales office in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. The company has built more than 120 yachts since 2000, including one for Gary Chouest.

“Gary has always been passionate about our industry, and we are honored to count him as a customer, and now our majority owner, as well,” commented Westport president, Daryl Wakefield.

Westport is not the Chouest family’s first venture in the yacht-building business; they also own American Custom Yachts of Stuart, Florida.

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• June 07, 2014

Chouest family buys yacht builder Westport

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JUNE 7, 2014 — The assets of Westport Shipyard, Inc., the largest yacht builder in North America, have been acquired by Westport, LLC, an ownership group that includes Gary Chouest and other members of the Chouest family.

As well as owning Edison Chouest Offshore, the Chouest family also owns American Custom Yachts in Stuart, FL.

Westport, which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, has three shipyards in Washington State, in Westport, Port Angles and Hoquiam, and a marina and sales office in Ft. Lauderdale, FL.

With over 400 employees, Westport has completed more than 120 yachts since 2000. And one customer was Gary Chouest.

Westport president Daryl Wakefield, who will remain in the position, says “Gary has always been passionate about our industry, and we are honored to count him as a customer, and now our majority owner, as well.”

Westport says General Manager Dave Hagiwara will also remain, along with the rest of Westport’s management team and employees.

“Similar to the history of the Chouest family business, Westport began five decades ago with a fishing fleet, and has diversified into many other core businesses, focusing on customer satisfaction and the pursuit of excellence,” said Gary Chouest. “We are pleased to join the Westport family, and look forward to pursuing the synergies that exist between the Chouest companies, ACY, and Westport.

“We will continue to pursue the employment of skilled local workers, and will remain an active participant in the communities Westport serves.”

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