A career started in racing yachts
After a year in Alan Buchanan's practice in Jersey, Ed Dubois started designing his first racing yacht. This is a three quarter tonner: the Borsalino Three . The first try is a stroke of brilliance and this boat wins the RORC and Solent championships in her class. From then on, Ed Dubois' career was launched. Other regatta yachts are built, which in the 80/90's will win all the most prestigious races like Fastnet, Sydney-Hobart...
He also drew in 1982 Victory for Peter de Savary, a 12 M JI, unhappy British challenger in the America's Cup in 1983.
Centurions for Wauquiez
Dubois also designs cruisers. The French know him for his collaboration with the Wauquiez shipyard. He drew between 1984 and the end of the 90s, many Centurions and Pilot Saloon for the builder in northern France.
Superyacht
Dubois Naval Architects is now recognized in the superyacht world. Specialist in large sailboats, he also designs motoryachts. Sober and elegant designs are the trademark of the firm, while allowing technical innovations.
Peter Bolke takes the helm
The company immediately announced that Peter Bolke, a member of the firm for 23 years, is the new head of Dubois Naval Architects. He will ensure the continuity of the activity with the whole team by continuing the work of the founder.
