Overview: Nichols Brothers Boat Builders has a long-standing tradition of constructing vessels that combine sleek design, practical efficiency, and state-of-the-art technology. They specialize in both unique, technically demanding vessels and multiple 'Sister Ship' vessels, fostering a partnership with customers to meet specific vessel requirements.

Passenger Vessels: Nichols Brothers is renowned for building a variety of passenger boats, including dinner boats, excursion vessels, overnight cruising vessels, and high-speed catamarans. They are noted for introducing high-speed passenger catamarans to the USA.

Work and Military Vessels: The company has a history of constructing workboats for various purposes, such as split hull dredges, pilot boats, tugs, fireboats, landing crafts, barges, and high-speed military vessels.

Fishing Boats: Nichols Brothers designs fishing boats tailored for the Pacific Northwest and Alaska fishing grounds.

Conversion and Repair: Their extensive experience in boat building translates into efficient and successful repair and conversion services.

Facilities: The main yard in Freeland, WA, handles complete vessel design, engineering, and manufacturing. The Langley, WA facility focuses on outfitting, finish work, dock trials, and sea trials, accommodating ships up to 300 feet and/or a 20-foot draft.

Technological Advancements: Nichols Brothers utilizes advanced computer-based technology for optimizing designs, testing structures, and producing detailed engineering drawings. They have developed a new construction methodology in cooperation with the US Maritime Administration to reduce labor hours and construction time.

Contact Information: For inquiries, Nichols Brothers can be reached at their main yard in Freeland, WA, via phone at (360) 331-5500 or email at [email protected].