For over four decades, MarsKeel Technology has been at the forefront of keel manufacturing, serving renowned yacht builders and sailors worldwide. As the largest keel manufacturer in North America, we pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality custom and production keels, continually refining our processes to maintain our industry-leading reputation. Our commitment to excellence and innovation has propelled us through the years, marking significant milestones along the way.
Some Highlights From Projects Over the Years
With over 100 million pounds of castings over the decades, we have the experience and metallurgical knowledge that makes a worldwide industry leader. Explore some of the key projects we’ve helped execute over the years below.
2023: Boats of the Year Winners
In 2023, MarsKeel was proud to be part of the success of several award-winning boats. Our custom keels played a crucial role in their performance, showcasing the precision and quality that MarsKeel brings to every project. Read more.
2021: Dissimilar Metal Combination Keel for a 68-Foot Modern Classic Cruiser Racer
In 2021, MarsKeel undertook the challenge of creating a keel combining different metals for a 68-foot modern classic cruiser racer. This project demonstrated our engineering prowess and ability to innovate, resulting in a keel that met the unique demands of the vessel. Read more.
2019: Saildrone Autonomous Research Platform Ballast System
In 2019, MarsKeel played a crucial role in the historic transatlantic voyage of the Saildrone. We provided the ballast system for this autonomous research platform, ensuring its stability and performance during the groundbreaking journey. Read more
2013: Lifting Keel for a Round-the-World Voyage
In 2013, MarsKeel manufactured a lifting keel designed for a vessel embarking on a round-the-world voyage. This project exemplified our capacity to create robust and reliable keel systems capable of enduring the most demanding sailing conditions. Read more.
MarsKeel Custom and Production Keels
MarsKeel Technology caters to both custom and production keel needs. Our custom keels have supported yacht builders globally, with projects ranging from the largest single cast lead keel in North America to CNC machined lifting keels. We provide complete engineering and design support, ensuring every project meets the highest standards. If you’re looking for a custom keel design or internal ballast solutions, our team can help.
Here’s to 40 More Years of MarsKeel Innovation & Excellence!
As we celebrate 40+ years of innovation and excellence, we look forward to many more decades of pushing the boundaries and delivering superior keel solutions to our valued clients. Here’s to the next chapter in the MarsKeel legacy!