Northland Contract Boatbuilders was established in 1996 by experienced boatbuilder Fraser Foote.

Since its inception NCBB has built up an enviable reputation for quality workmanship on renovating, reconstructing, and building from scratch a wide range of vessels.

NCBB has focused on working with other boatbuilders to meet deadlines often taking on difficult contracts and completing them on time and to budget.

Fraser's passion for boat building began in 1977. After completing his apprenticeship, Fraser worked in numerous boat yards throughout New Zealand working with vessels made of composites and wood along with fit out work on aluminium and steel boats.

The range of experiences gave him a comprehensive overview of the industry.

At the same time he was developing and honing his skills in using different materials, boat building technology and understanding the design and structural characteristics of a range of vessels, including trimarans, catamarans, yachts, launches and speed boats.

CLASSIFICATION SOCIETIES

Among the international marine regulatory bodies Fraser has been involved with are

DNV

Marine & Industrial

Lloyds

American Bureau of Shipping

B.V.

DESIGNERS

Fraser has worked with some of the best known designers in the business including

Bruce Farr

Malcome Tennant

Lock Crowther

Alan Warwick

Laurie Davidson

Dave Pope

Communication, planning and skill are central to NCBB's service. There is a focus on communication to ensure client needs are met.

Clear communication both within the team, and to suppliers and other contractors also ensure client satisfaction.

Careful, detailed forward planning and adhering to the plan is the secret to NCBB's ability to complete contracts within stated time frames.

Fraser and his team visualise the finished project then work back developing a step-by-step plan.

Success also comes from a high level of skill. NCBB has consistently employed staff in the medium to high skill range - experienced and skilled staff who share his commitment to achieving the highest standard of workmanship.