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.