What Boesch Motorboote does

Boesch Motorboote AG is a Swiss family-owned builder of handcrafted mahogany motorboats, founded in 1920 by Jakob Boesch in Kilchberg and now run by the fourth generation of the Boesch family. The company produces eight core models ranging from the 6.2-meter runabouts (620 Acapulco Sport, 620 Bimini De Luxe, Sunski 625) to the 9.7-meter flagship 970 St. Tropez, all built using its proprietary Boesch-Laminat-Technologie (BLT) — a sandwich construction of Sipo mahogany marine plywood and epoxy resin that the company claims delivers 25% more strength than conventional fiberglass at the same weight — combined with the trademarked Boesch-Horizon-Gliding hull design. Propulsion is supplied by Ilmor Marine V8 engines (5.7L standard, 6.0L optional) or, increasingly, Piktronik electric synchronous motors for the Boesch Electric Power line, with ZF transmissions; instruments are co-designed with IWC Schaffhausen.

The business model is built on four revenue streams: (1) one-time bespoke new boat sales, configured individually with customers via phone, email, or consultation at the Kilchberg headquarters or at one of 17 certified partner showrooms across 8 European and Oceanian countries; (2) professional after-sales service, restoration, and engine overhaul through the wholly-owned subsidiary Boesch Classic Boats Services AG, including parts and winter storage; (3) original spare parts for boats going back 50 years; and (4) certified pre-owned boat sales, with current listings ranging from CHF 58,000 to CHF 198,000. Pricing for new boats is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, and the online shop (shop.boesch.swiss) sells Boesch Collection merchandise through the Pelikamo collaboration.

The customer base is concentrated in high-net-worth individuals seeking luxury recreational boating, waterskiing, or super-yacht tender applications, with secondary segments in professional waterski tow-boat use (Boesch is the only non-US produced tow boat approved for classic waterski competitions). Marketing emphasizes 100+ years of Swiss craftsmanship heritage through the website, boat shows, and the international partner network. The company is privately held under the Boesch & Co. holding structure, with no external institutional investment or public listing.

Name

Boesch Motorboote

Legal name

Boesch Motorboote AG

Website

https://boesch.swiss

Company type

Private

Founded year

1920

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Boesch Motorboote AG is a Swiss family-owned (founded 1920, fourth generation) builder of handcrafted mahogany motorboats. It sells eight bespoke boat models (620–970) via direct sales and 17 certified partners across 8 countries, serving high-net-worth recreational, waterski, and super-yacht-tender buyers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Recreational Boats

NAICS

Boat Building (336612), Ship and Boat Building (3366), Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

akta.pro primary industry

Luxury Motor Yacht Manufacturing (IMAJAMAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Semi-Custom Luxury Yacht Manufacturing (IMAJAMAA), Day Cruiser, Bowrider & Runabout Manufacturing (IMAJAEAI)

Keywords

• Luxury powerboats
• Mahogany boat building
• Handcrafted runabouts
• Waterski tow boats
• Yacht tenders

Headquarters

HQ city

Kilchberg

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. New Boat Sales: Custom-manufactured luxury mahogany powerboats sold directly to end customers. Boats are individually crafted to customer specifications with extensive standard equipment and customization options. Models available as 620, 625, 710, 750, 860, and 970 bespoke versions.
2. After-Sales Service & Restoration: Complete after-sales service including factory restoration, engine overhauls, painting, upholstery, winter storage, and complete cleaning through Boesch Classic Boats Services AG. Services available at headquarters and certified partners across Europe.
3. Original Spare Parts: Original Boesch spare parts for all boats, including 50-year-old models, available from stock. Parts identified via manufacturer number system.
4. Pre-Owned Boat Sales: Certified second-hand Boesch boats sold through the company. Pre-owned inventory includes classic models like Boesch 530 Competition (CHF 58,000), Boesch 710 Costa Brava (CHF 154,000), Boesch 680 (CHF 159,000), and Boesch Sunski 625 Century Edition (CHF 198,000).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Boesch Motorboote AG handcrafts luxury mahogany powerboats in Switzerland using proprietary Boesch-Laminat-Technologie (BLT) construction, offering eight core models ranging from 6.2-meter runabouts to a 9.7-meter flagship. Boats are custom-manufactured to customer specifications with optional Ilmor V8 engines or Piktronik electric motors. The company also operates a Classic Boats Services subsidiary providing restoration, engine overhaul, and after-sales support for vintage Boesch boats.

Product overview

Boesch Motorboote AG is a Swiss boat building company specializing in handcrafted mahogany motorboats since 1920. The product portfolio consists of eight core boat models (Boesch 970 St. Tropez, 860 Monaco Deluxe, 750 Portofino De Luxe, 710 Sunsport, 710 Costa Brava De Luxe, Sunski 625, 620 Bimini De Luxe, and 620 Acapulco Sport) ranging from compact 6.2-meter runabouts to the 9.7-meter flagship. All boats utilize proprietary Boesch Laminate Technology (BLT) construction and Boesch Horizon Gliding hull design. Power options include Ilmor V8 gasoline engines (5.3L and 6.0L) and Boesch Electric Power with Piktronik synchronous motors. The company also operates a Classic Boats Services subsidiary for restoration and after-sales service, and sells an online merchandise collection (Boesch x Pelikamo).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Boesch 970 St. Tropez The flagship Boesch model and largest in the fleet. An open classic runabout featuring a spacious lounge with U-bench seating for up to 7 people, multifunctional stern with bathing platform (Pool), and cabin below deck. Powered by twin Ilmor 6.0L V8 engines (2 x 385 HP) or twin Piktronik synchronous motors for Electric Power.
• Boesch 860 Monaco Deluxe An open classic runabout based on a fusion of the 750 and 970 models. Features spacious cockpit with U-shaped bench seating for up to eight people, electrically height-adjustable table, and large berth connecting to the pool area. Twin-engine configuration standard.
• Boesch 750 Portofino De Luxe A classic high-end runabout with spacious sundeck, ample storage under foredeck, permanently installed cockpit refrigerator, and fully retractable convertible top. Features L-shaped bench seating for up to eight people with air-cushioned adjustable pilot's seat.
• Boesch 710 Sunsport The sporty all-rounder model. Features extendable side walkway for expanded lounge area, large seating lounge with optional second berth, and spacious forward storage. Available with Ilmor V8 engine or Piktronik electric motor options.
• Boesch 710 Costa Brava De Luxe The largest single-engine Boesch runabout. Features retractable bow rudder for unprecedented mooring control and maneuverability, fully retractable cabriolet top, and sporty cockpit accommodating up to 7 people. Designed for optimal water ski and wakeboard performance.
• Boesch Sunski 625 Sporty, comfortable and spacious model optimized for water skiers and wakeboarders. Generates soft flat wake for skiers or larger defined wake for wakeboarders. Features standard ski mast at lateral center of gravity and built-in 'Zero Off' speed control system.
• Boesch 620 Bimini De Luxe Compact model with integrated Bimini sun canopy as standard. Extremely lightweight due to Boesch Laminate Technology (BLT), making it highly agile and fast with V8 engine power. Popular among water skiers worldwide.
• Boesch 620 Acapulco Sport Compact, fast and agile model with refreshed cockpit design, elevated sunbed wedge towards cockpit, and large swim platform. Features the classic Boesch mahogany look with gently curved gunwale and decorative maple inlays.
• Boesch Classic Boats Services After-sales service subsidiary (Boesch Classic Boats Services AG) responsible for complete service of used Boesch motorboats. Services include factory restoration, engine overhauls, lacquer work, upholstery, winter storage, and original spare parts for all Boesch boats including 50-year-old models.
• Boesch Electric Power Zero-emission electric boat propulsion system using Piktronik three-phase synchronous motors. Available across multiple boat models with various power options (55kW to 150kW) and battery configurations. Provides near-silent operation with full Boesch performance characteristics. Range up to 60 km at 40 km/h with 150kW motor.
• Pre-Owned Boesch Boats Certified second-hand Boesch boats including classic models like Boesch 530 Competition (CHF 58,000), Boesch 710 Costa Brava (CHF 154,000), Boesch 680 (CHF 159,000), and Boesch Sunski 625 Century Edition (CHF 198,000).

Quantifiable outcome

• BLT construction provides 25% more strength than conventional glass-fiber reinforced plastic at same weight
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• IWC SchaffhausenflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020IWC Schaffhausen redesigned all on-board instrument gauges for the Boesch model range on the occasion of the 100th anniversary in 2020. Century Edition boats feature exclusive IWC-designed instruments. Both companies share commitment to design, technology, and sustainability.
• Ilmor MarinecoreTechnology or IntegrationIlmor Marine is the exclusive engine supplier for Boesch boats. The Ilmor MV8 5.7L (standard) and MV8 6.0L (option) V8 engines power all Boesch models. The MV8 5.7L is certified for tournament use by the American Water Ski Association. OPS (Ocean Performance Series) engines available for salt-water use.
• PiktronikcoreTechnology or IntegrationPiktronik supplies three-phase synchronous electric motors for Boesch Electric Power models. Available in various power ratings (50kW to 150kW) with lithium battery systems ranging from 46.7 kWh to 121 kWh energy content.
• PelikamominorGTM or Marketing PartnerCollaboration for Boesch Collection merchandise combining Boesch's maritime elegance with Pelikamo's modern design, sold through the online shop.
• ZF Friedrichshafen AGcoreTechnology or IntegrationZF supplies gear reduction units for Boesch boats including ZF45A (1.26:1 ratio) and ZF68A (1.22:1 or 1.5:1 ratio) transmissions.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Mochi Craft (Ferretti Group): Italian lobster-style and flybridge motorboat brand under Ferretti Group; comparable luxury craftsmanship, classic styling, and super-yacht tender positioning.
• Hinckley Yachts: American luxury motorboat builder known for Picnic Boats and JetStick handling technology; comparable HNW buyer targeting, premium pricing, and forward-leaning electric/hybrid propulsion strategy.
• Riva (Ferretti Group): Italian luxury mahogany motorboat builder (founded 1842) with comparable heritage positioning, runabout models, and super-yacht tender use cases. The closest European analogue to Boesch in craftsmanship, materials, and target customer.
• Hacker-Craft: American mahogany classic runabout and utility boat builder preserving traditional wooden construction; directly comparable in materials, heritage marketing, and limited-edition collector positioning.
• Chris-Craft: American classic mahogany runabout manufacturer (founded 1874) with overlapping heritage positioning, luxury waterski tow boats, and direct competition in the same HNW buyer segment.
• Frauscher Boats: Austrian luxury motorboat builder producing premium electric and ICE runabouts from the same Alpine region; comparable craftsmanship heritage, premium pricing, and overlap on European lakes.
• Apreamare: Italian gozzo-style luxury motorboat builder preserving traditional Mediterranean craftsmanship; comparable handcrafted positioning and overlap in classic luxury dayboat segment.
• Garwood Boats: Historic American runabout manufacturer (founded 1902) revived as a custom classic mahogany builder; comparable heritage narrative and limited-edition collector positioning.

Emerging players

• Technohull: Greek luxury RIB and dayboat builder targeting the same high-performance luxury dayboat buyer with modern composite construction; competing for waterski and superyacht-tender use cases from a younger brand perspective.
• Pardo Yachts (Cantiere del Pardo): Italian luxury dayboat brand (Pardo 38/43/50) targeting the modern HNW dayboat buyer; competes for super-yacht tender and luxury cruising use cases with contemporary design rather than classic mahogany.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks1 record

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/boeschboats

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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