Versatile Marine

10/05/2026

Today we're taking a moment away from ships and shipyards to say Happy Mother's Day to all the mums out there.

To the mothers in our team, in our industry, and in our lives - thank you. We hope you're being well looked after today.

From everyone at Versatile Marine.

06/05/2026

When you're building a vessel, the decisions you make early determine everything that follows.

With 30 years of hands-on shipbuilding and vessel operations experience, Versatile Marine's consulting team helps clients get those decisions right — from concept and feasibility through to sea trials and delivery.

For more information, visit: https://versatile-marine.com.au/marine-consulting/

📧 [email protected]
📞 +61 8 9467 7604

06/05/2026

That’s us! 👋

You know us as Versatile Marine — but at IODS 2026 in Perth, you’ll find us at Booth One Bravo 15 under our defence trade name, Versatile Defence.

Same team. Same passion. Just a whole lot of maritime capability under one roof:

🖨️ 3D-printed boats, USVs & custom vessels
🏗️ Shipbuilding & shipyard consulting
⚙️ Advanced marine tech from world-leading brands

Come say g’day in Perth — we’d love to meet you! 🇦🇺

📅 Book a meeting: https://versatile-defence.com.au/iods-conference-and.../

One team. Three capabilities. And a whole lot of passion for maritime. 🚢

At IODS 2026, Booth One Bravo 15, Versatile Defence is bringing:

🖨️ 3D-printed boats, USVs and custom vessels — concept, design, and compliant delivery
🚢 Shipbuilding & shipyard consulting — from the very first idea to completion
🔩 Marine tech from world-leading brands: Xeamos, MicFil, Kranendonk, Hydromaster, Syncrolift, Dynobend & Eco Fouling Solutions

A team of dedicated experts who live and breathe this industry — ready to meet you in Perth.

📅 Book a meeting: https://versatile-defence.com.au/iods-conference-and-exhibition/

06/04/2026

🐣 Happy Easter from the Versatile Marine team!

We hope everyone had a wonderful long weekend — whether that meant time with family, a well-deserved break, or simply a little too much chocolate. 🍫

As we head back into the week refreshed and recharged, we're grateful for the amazing clients, partners, and crew who make what we do possible. Here's to smooth sailing ahead! ⚓

30/03/2026

Your challenge is unique. Our approach is tailored.

We believe the most complex marine projects, whether new builds, refits, or financial puzzles, are solved through partnership.

At Versatile Marine, we combine expertise in design, manufacturing, and global regulations to work alongside you, turning potential setbacks into strategic advantages.

Let's chart the course for your success.
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 https://versatile-marine.com.au/contact/
📞 +61 8 9467 7604
📍 20 Egmont Road, Henderson 6166, WA, Australia

26/03/2026

Struggling with Fixed Rails and Wasted Space?

Your shipyard’s potential is limited by inflexible infrastructure. Versatile Marine, representing Syncrolift As, provides the solution:

The Flex-Trolley.

This revolutionary SPMT system replaces rigid rails with intelligent, tire-based mobility. Move ship sections and hulls, up to 5,000 tons, with pinpoint accuracy in any direction (X and Y), liberating your yard’s layout. Its self-propelling design maximises usable space and operational flow, while its minimal ground force impact ensures a cleaner, faster setup.

Stop adapting your projects to your yard’s limitations. It’s time to adapt your yard to your ambition. The Flex-Trolley delivers the flexibility modern shipbuilding demands.

Partner with us to harness the power of the world's premier ship lift system and meet the demands of today's market.
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 https://versatile-marine.com.au/contact/
📞 +61 8 9467 7604
📍 20 Egmont Road, Henderson 6166, WA, Australia

18/03/2026

Productive morning in Rockingham recently at the Defence Ready briefing, hosted by Export Finance Australia.

Great to connect with industry peers, both old mates and new contacts. The insights into AUKUS and local defence upgrades in Rockingham/Cockburn were a timely reminder of where we're headed.

Looking forward to the next chapter.

17/03/2026

Imagine a boat that spends its life working, not waiting for repairs.

That's the promise of High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) at Versatile Marine. HDPE offers operators something different: freedom.

Freedom from:
• Corrosion management – No more sacrificial anodes or paint systems
• Impact anxiety – Built to handle what the marine environment delivers
• Replacement cycles – A 40+ year lifespan changes asset planning

Get in touch with our experienced team to define and deliver your ideal vessel.
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 www.versatile-marine.com.au/contact/
📞 +61 8 9467 7604
📍 20 Egmont Road, Henderson 6166, WA, Australia

24/02/2026

Great meeting at EPSA (Caterpillar®) to discuss cleaner, smarter engine performance.

Versatile Marine & Defence met with Energy Power Systems CAT (EPSA – Caterpillar) to showcase certified emissions reduction and advanced filtration solutions.

We were hosted by Lee Ho Ong, Systems A&I Manager at EPSA MEC.

Joined by:
• Bart Pols – Global Sales Manager, Xeamos BV (NL)
• Dane de Ruwe – Micfil Australia
• Jake Kleinman – Head of Business Development, Versatile Marine
• Michael Bakker – Managing Director, Versatile Marine

Together, we introduced:
✔ Xeamos IMO Tier III certified exhaust scrubber systems
✔ Micfil deep micro-filtration technology
✔ Lower emissions, fuel, and l**e oil consumption
✔ Reduced engine wear and extended service life

The outcome? A clear path to better performance and longer life for marine and industrial assets backed by global technology, delivered in Australia.

If you're in shipping, mining, or managing heavy industrial assets, and you want to cut costs and emissions, we'd love to connect.
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 https://versatile-marine.com.au/contact/?utm_source=3am&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=contact_page
📞 +61 8 9467 7604
📍 20 Egmont Road, Henderson 6166, WA, Australia

12/01/2026

Partnership Announcement

Versatile Marine is proud to announce a collaboration with Hyperion Systems, strengthening our capability to design, develop, and deliver advanced commercial and military platforms.

As the lead designer, innovator, and solution provider, Versatile Marine continues to drive the development of USVs (uncrewed surface vessels), patrol craft, landing craft, and mission-critical defence products.

Hyperion Systems complements this capability through large-scale additive manufacturing, enabling the production of complex structures, tooling, and structural sub-assemblies using recycled and reinforced materials.

This partnership enhances speed, scalability, sustainability, and structural performance — while strengthening sovereign industrial capability and enabling regionally delivered, export-ready solutions across defence and commercial markets.

Built to perform. Designed to last. Manufactured for scale.

07/01/2026

A warm welcome to Jacob Kleinman, who has joined Versatile Marine/Defence as our new Head of Business Development.
Jacob’s experience and passion for building strong relationships will play an important role as we continue to grow and strengthen our presence in the defence industry. We’re excited to have him as part of the team and look forward to what’s ahead.

Welcome aboard, Jacob!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-k-64b394a7/