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Leading naval architecture practice
based in Cape Town, South Africa.

Specializing in crafting custom vessels with high-performance hull designs. With our vast knowledge of naval architecture and design, we are driven to deliver vessels that meet and exceed owners’ expectations. Our vessels prioritize comfort and handling, ensuring responsive, high- and medium-performance experiences.

At KND, we don’t just design vessels—we engineer absolute operational dominance. From the blistering interception velocities of the Shadowhawk defense range to the unyielding, high-torque utility of the Workstar series, our platforms are born from advanced computational fluid dynamics and built with marine-grade precision.

We bridge the gap between cutting-edge naval architecture and the harsh realities of the open ocean. Our highly versatile Workstar models provide the muscle for demanding harbor towing, line handling, and hydrographic survey tasks, while the high-capacity Shuttle range offers stable, ultra-shallow draft logistics and high-density passenger transport across vital inland waterways.

For rapid-response humanitarian and emergency roles, our specialized SeaSaver range serves as a critical marine ambulance platform—engineered for high-speed medical evacuation, disaster relief, and patient transport with beach-access bow ramps.

Committed to environmental preservation, our dedicated pollution elimination vessels provide immediate containment and oil spill recovery, while our luxurious Houseboat range redefines leisure and extended off-grid living with stable, eco-conscious floating architecture.

Whether navigating delicate riverine habitats or enforcing offshore borders, KND equips coast guards, military forces, and industrial operators with the structural integrity, tactical versatility, and elite performance required to protect, serve, and succeed in the world’s most demanding maritime environments.

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