John Allmand founded Allmand Boats in 1965 (History Archives). The company is registered with the United States Coast Guard as an active boat manufacturer since 1976. U.S.C.G. registered boat manufacturer documentation here.
A pioneer in fiberglass boat building, Allmand Boats produced thousands of high-quality pleasure boats from 16 to 34 feet and custom yachts. In 1977, John’s brother Tom Allmand joined, contributing several sailboat designs. Sites like www.AllmandSail.com and www.supernova19.com highlight early models.
By 1990, founding family members retired, and operations downsized. Custom boat production continued in a 15,000 sq. ft. shop in South Dade. In 1996, the 36' high-speed offshore center console “36 foot Samurai” was introduced at the Miami Beach Boat Show, becoming an instant success for anglers and divers.
In 1998, Allmand Boats expanded globally, serving customers in India, Panama, Norway, Uganda, Nigeria, Australia, Kenya, and beyond. The focus shifted to custom designs for regional needs.
In February 2005, Allmand Boats assisted Sri Lanka post-tsunami, providing modern boat-building technology and training. Other international efforts included Papua New Guinea.
Today, Allmand Boats delivers custom boats worldwide, from game fishing vessels in India to heavy-duty water taxis in Mauritius and Lagos. Special projects include multi-day excursion boats for remote locations, designed with innovative features like solar panels and insulated cabins.
We are open 24/7 globally to start your next Allmand Boat project.
Allmand Boats designs and manufactures a wide range of watercraft including fishing boats, cabin cruisers, center console boats, rigid inflatable boats, and custom boat molds for international builders. Our engineering team develops durable fiberglass hull designs suited for commercial and recreational marine applications worldwide.
Allmand Boats specializes in the design and construction of high-quality fiberglass boats for both commercial and recreational markets. Our team works closely with clients around the world to develop durable watercraft suited for fishing, transportation, tourism, and offshore operations.
Our portfolio includes center console boats, pilot house boats, cuddy cabin boats, rigid inflatable boats (RHIBs), aluminum boats, and heavy-duty water taxi vessels. Each project is engineered with attention to hull efficiency, passenger safety, and long-term durability in harsh marine environments.
In addition to finished boats, Allmand Boats also produces custom boat molds and provides engineering support for international boat builders. These molds allow manufacturers to reproduce proven hull designs while maintaining structural strength and performance standards.
The company continues to work with partners across Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas, delivering vessels that meet the unique requirements of local fisheries, tourism operators, and marine transportation services.