Users' questions

What happened to Blohm and Voss?

What happened to Blohm and Voss?

Following a difficult period after the war, B+V revived its fortunes by becoming a public company under a change of ownership. In 2016 it became a subsidiary of Lürssen and continues to supply both the military and civil markets.

Who owns Blohm and Voss?

Lürssen
thyssenkruppThyssenKrupp Marine SystemsLürssen Maritime Beteiligungen GmbH & Co. KG
Blohm+Voss/Parent organizations

How much does a Lurssen yacht cost?

The largest motor yacht in the world is a staggering 590 feet long and cost $600 million to build.

What is the best yacht brand?

Best luxury superyacht builders

  • Amels, Netherlands.
  • Benetti, Italy.
  • Feadship, Netherlands.
  • Fincantieri Yachts, Italy.
  • Heesen Yachts, Netherlands.
  • Lürssen, Germany.
  • Nobiskrug, Germany.
  • Oceanco, Netherlands.

What is the most asymmetrical plane?

BV 141B featuring its asymmetrical gondola and tailplane. The Blohm & Voss BV 141 was a World War II German tactical reconnaissance aircraft, notable for its uncommon structural asymmetry.

Where is the BV 238?

Although extensive defensive armament was planned the first prototype, the BV 238 V1, had none. Bearing the Stammkennzeichen alphabetic radio code of RO + EZ, it began flight trials in April 1944. It was strafed and partially sunk while moored on Lake Schaal, some miles to the east of Hamburg.

Can a yacht survive rough seas?

Yes, most yachts (both sail and motor) can survive rough seas due to a variety of factors. Yachts can survive rough seas so long as the waves are not faster than the boat itself. Some yachts are less well-designed to withstand rough seas, so it is important to know the factors that will affect this.

What is asymmetrical thrust?

Asymmetric Thrust – An asymmetric power condition which exists when the net centre of thrust of a multi-engined aircraft is laterally displaced from the net centre of drag. In layman’s terms, a wing mounted engine has failed.

What is an asymmetrical wing?

Asymmetrical aircraft have left- and right-hand sides which are not exact mirror images of each other. Although most aircraft are symmetrical, there is no fundamental reason why they must be, and design goals can sometimes be best achieved with an asymmetrical aircraft.

What kind of ships does Blohm and Voss build?

Since the acquisition, it has been concentrated in three areas: warships (new construction), cruise ships and merchants (repairs) and “yacht refitting”. The company has been in operation, building ships and other large machinery, almost continuously for 144 years.

Who was the founder of Blohm and Voss?

Blohm & Voss was founded on 5 April 1877, by Hermann Blohm and Ernst Voss (or Voß) as a general partnership, to build steel-hulled ships. It established a shipyard on the island of Kuhwerder, near the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg, covering 15,000 m 2 (160,000 sq ft) with 250 m…

Where is Blohm and Voss located in Hamburg?

Located in the maritime hub of Hamburg, we have an impressive local supplier network and access to any spare parts or sub-contractor required for a project. Our experienced workforce and dedicated project managers ensure our services are of a high quality standard and meet all necessary regulations and legislation.

When was the first Blohm + Voss corvette built?

In December 2001 Blohm+Voss, Nordseewerke and Friedrich Lurssen Werft were awarded the contract to build the first five K130 Braunschweig -class corvettes. The first of them, Braunschweig, was built at Blohm+Voss, launched in April 2006 and commissioned in April 2008.