C.W. Paine Yacht Design, Inc.
THE WORLD’S FINEST YACHT DESIGNS
As of November 30, 2008 I have retired and closed the C.W. Paine Yacht Design Corporation. After more than 30 years of designing yachts it has become time in my life to pursue other interests. I will continue to paint and have started writing one book specific to the yachts I have designed, and hope to write a second as well. You are invited to click on the web site links to both of those endeavors.
The majority of my design assets, intellectual property, and rights to build from my existing plans have been purchased by my former employee Mark Fitzgerald. Mark has started a new company called Fitzgerald Marine Architecture, Inc. Mark's experience at Paine Yacht Design dates back 20 years. He will be able to help you with most of my past designs. Another valued employee, Ed Joy, has also started his own design firm, Ed Joy Design. You will find both of these former employees highly skilled and helpful with any endeavor to develop and build new yachts.
Most importantly, I must thank all of the builders and owners whom I have worked with since 1975. Your efforts to develop yachts of lasting virtue and appeal have made the world a better place. I have had a fabulous career in the business of yacht design, largely because of great clients and skilled builders.
As with all creative persons my thoughts of yachts, sailing, and adventure did not end on November 30. I stand by ready to consult with my former employees should the need arise. Who knows, should the economy rebound and my heart get some much needed rest you may find me once again at my drawing board. For now, I thank you for an intriguing career and wish all of you who aspire to launch new yachts the very best.
With kind regards,
Chuck Paine
