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Gozzard Yachts

Company Profile

H. Ted Gozzard and his family have been in the boat building business since 1970, starting out in Bayfield, Ontario with the opening of Bayfield Boat Yard Ltd. Many of the original Bayfield boats are in use today and have garnered a loyal following around the world. In the family alone there is almost 100 years of yacht-building experience. H. Ted Gozzard sold his interest in Bayfield in July of 1981 and shortly thereafter, in February of 1982, North Castle Marine Ltd./Gozzard Yachts in Goderich, Ontario was founded. At North Castle Marine Ltd/Gozzard Yachts, the well-known Motor Yacht - Pilgrim 40 - was designed and built, with the beautiful line of sailing yachts now known as Gozzard Yachts soon following. Today, Gozzard Yachts can be found in 31', 36', 37', 41' and 44' designs. In 1983 H. Ted Gozzard's two sons joined the Company. Mike, the eldest, plays an active role in all aspects of the Company as the Production Manager. Wes began as the Company's upholsterer extraordinaire and now commissions and delivers boats. Mike's wife Elizabeth (Liz) holds the position of Purchase Manager. Young Robin, son of Mike and Liz, works with the rest of the family during the summer holidays. Gozzard Yachts is truly a family-run Company. As the Company continues to grow, their dealers join them in the enthusiasm of building semi-custom yachts for those special people with a passion for sailing. Gozzard Yachts are designed for exacting people with a focus on details. Their Yachts are built with the finest materials available and careful considerations are made when construction begins to give their Yachts a personal touch that reflects the needs of each individual. They are constantly in contact with the dealer/customer at any or all stages of construction, as they understand the importance of owner involvement in the building process. They welcome visitors to their facilities at any time. If you are planning to visit the Goderich area, please call them to arrange for a Company tour. Come and see for yourself the excellent craftsmanship that sets Gozzard Yachts apart, in a class of its own. Feel and touch the quality that people around the world are talking about.