Why Build with Great Lakes Shipyard?

Purpose built vessels. Proven Performance.

Great Lakes Shipyard provides end-to-end vessel construction services for commercial operators, government agencies, and marine organizations. Backed by decades of shipbuilding experience, we guide every project from initial design coordination and engineering through steel fabrication, assembly, systems installation, testing, and final delivery. By combining skilled craftsmanship with efficient project management, we deliver reliable, high-quality vessels built to meet the unique operational requirements of each customer.

Featured Builds

PUERTO RICO

Damen Stan Tug 1907 Series

PUERTO RICO

Damen Stan Tug 1907 Series

PUERTO RICO

Damen Stan Tug 1907 Series

Partnerships that Matter.

Partnering with industry leaders to bring innovative, dependable vessel designs from concept to completion.

Great Lakes Shipyard partners with industry-leading designers to bring customers reliable, efficient vessels built for the demands of today’s maritime industry.

Damen Series

Damen Series

Bringing Global Design to American Shipbuilding

Our Damen Series tugs bring together world-class vessel design and U.S. shipbuilding expertise. Built under license from Damen Shipyards Group, these vessels are based on standardized, field-proven designs refined across hundreds of builds worldwide.

The result is a fleet of high-performance tugs engineered for reliability, efficiency, and demanding operating environments. With reduced build times, lower total cost of ownership, and consistent quality, the Damen Series delivers long-term value without compromise.

Constructed at Great Lakes Shipyard, each vessel is built to meet the unique needs of Great Lakes operations while leveraging the strength of a global design standard.

Jensen Series

Jensen Series

Custom-designed performance. Built for the demands of the Great Lakes.

Our Jensen Series tugs are purpose-built to deliver versatile, efficient performance across a wide range of operations. Designed by Jensen Maritime and constructed at Great Lakes Shipyard, these vessels are tailored to meet the specific needs of each operator.

Engineered for harbor assist, coastal towing, and specialty applications, the Jensen Series balances power, maneuverability, and durability. Reinforced hull construction and ABS-class standards ensure long-term reliability in even the toughest conditions.

From concept to completion, each tug is built with flexibility in mind—giving operators a customized solution without compromising performance or efficiency.