C.W. Paine Yacht Design, Inc.
THE WORLD’S FINEST YACHT DESIGNS
As of November 30, 2008 I retired and closed the C.W. Paine Yacht Design Corporation. After more than 30 years designing yachts, it became time in my life to pursue other interests. I have written a fascinating book featuring the yachts I have designed, and hope to write a second as well. I will be giving lectures at yacht clubs, speaking at Boat Show seminars, and offering to help would-be boat owners, boat designers, or boat builders free of charge via email at info@chuckpaine.com
The majority of my design assets, intellectual property, and most importantly the rights to build from the existing C. W. Paine Inc. 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 over 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. Both are located at our old premises in Camden, Maine. I believe that these two gentlemen are the most skilled yacht designers in America today, and they can be enormously helpful with any endeavor to develop and build a new yacht.
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 in 2008. I stand 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
