Burger Boat Company, founded in 1863, builds custom yachts, in aluminum and/or steel, up to 260' (80m) and is recognized worldwide for design, quality construction, seaworthiness and reliability. As the foundation of the American yachting experience, Burger is one of the oldest and most respected custom yacht builders in America. Burger’s modern, full services shipyard, with its extended deep water seawall, launch well, large capacity MARINE TRAVELIFT® and quick access to the Great Lakes, has ample space for multiple new construction, refit, repair and maintenance projects at any time. Burger’s expertly crafted joinery is fabricated at its 50,000 square foot state-of–the-art dedicated joiner facility all in an environment that promotes efficiency and quality work. As a leader in innovation and design, Burger continues to create an extensive variety of custom yachts. Burger’s first motor yacht was the 85’ cruiser, "Vernon Jr.," in 1901. During World War II and the Korean War, Burger produced vessels for the Army and Navy. Burger was the first yacht builder to build an all welded aluminum yacht, the VIRGINA, in 1956. Today, each new yacht is reflective of Burger’s heritage and of the personality and cruising requirements of her owner.