Where technology and old world craftsmanship meet.

Using state of the art cad cam software our naval architects create cutting edge designs that will take you well into the 21st century. Couple this with our modern plant and 30 years experience hand building pleasure crafts it becomes easy to see the Doral difference. Boats built for boaters by boaters with safety and enjoyment in mind. Whatever your fancy from a 17' runabout to our 36' flagship, Doral has the model for you for water-skiing, fishing or cruising. Before you make a choice see the Doral difference.

In life, it's the little things that set us apart from the rest. At Doral, not only do we strive to ensure that all cruisers and sport boats stand the test of time but as a Doral owner you will appreciate the "little extra touches" that we have integrated into our boats to meet and exceed your expectations. Step aboard, and you will sense the quality that can only be achieved through our commitment to superior engineering and construction techniques.

Perfection in Progress - Express Cruisers

Purchasing a Cruiser. The production process of a Doral starts the day of purchase by its future owner. Each Doral boat is tailored to the client's needs.

Planning: Purchasing of Raw Materials and Production Organization

The second step is to plan the production of the boat. Using production and inventory management software, materials are purchased and the workforce is organized. Most of the main components are made custom to meet the client's specifications.

Start of Production

The boat is produced in separate modules and then assembled in our various departments and workshops. Production of seat cushions, cabinets and composite parts start simultaneously with a large number of people working on the same boat at one time.

Sub-contractor Network

The Doral production plant relies on a network of qualified and experienced subcontractors. Stainless steel work, thermo-forming technology, aluminum tank manufacturing, electronic and electrical systems, varnishing and woodworking are all the results of our experienced team of sub-contractors.

Fiberglass Department

The sandwich construction method used by Doral for all the main components of its boats ensures that they are rigid, heat and sound insulated as well as lightweight. This method is widely used for racing yachts, aeronautics or Formula-1 racing. All Doral hulls are produced using a lay-up moulding and hand-laminating process.

Cutting Department

Each composite part is cut out using templates and plans based on the client's specifications. The parts produced by the cutting department are then ready to be assembled.

Cabinetmaking Department

• Vacuum bench: All interior wood cabinets at Doral are produced on our vacuum benches. Materials are glued together in a vacuum using a water-resistant bonding agent. As a result, we are able to produce modern furniture that is both unique and stylish.
• Numerical control robot: Each furniture part is cut out using a numerical control robot. This process ensures extraordinary quality and accuracy. Using top of the line software and digitizer tables, the computer department supplies the operator with the cutting diagrams that meet the future owner's requirements.
• Qualified workforce: The furniture assembly is entrusted to experienced craftsmen who, using Doral's unique assembly processes create the most sophisticated furnishings in North America.
• Glossy varnish: The varnished wood cabinets on Doral cruisers and yachts, are given a glossy polyester and polyurethane finish. Between 7 and 9 successive layers are applied to achieve this unique finish.

Upholstery Department

Doral has its own seat furnishings department. We manufacture the seats of our cruisers using the very best materials available. The frames of our cockpit seats are made from composite or plastic. As well, all of the vinyl used is of superior quality and protected with UV and stain resistant films. We also produce our own bed ensembles, curtains and pillows using mostly European fabric chosen by our interior designers.

Assembly Line

Upon leaving the cutting department, the main composite parts (hull, deck & cabin floor liner) are delivered to the assembly lines. This production method insures consistent superior quality assembly.

The engine, electrical systems and plumbing are assembled on the hull line. At the same time, the cabin liner is pre-assembled and then installed in the hull. The cabin liner is attached to the hull using a Plexus bonding system (one of the strongest bonding agents available), which ensures complete bonding of the liner to the hull, thereby reinforcing the boat's rigidity.

The liner serves many purposes:

• It provides a location for each part of the cabin and guarantees an accurate and constant assembly.
• It increases the rigidity of the boat.
• It provides a fiberglass floor that is easy to clean and completely rot-proof.

The boat is nearing the finishing phase and the last of the plumbing or electrical connections between the deck and the hull are made. The interior and exterior seat cushions are installed along with the pinstripe accents and exterior canvas. The boat is now ready for the final inspection and testing.

Quality Inspection and Tests

The Quality Assurance Department will take over for the testing phase. The boat is first subject to a water test using high-pressure showers. These showers are placed around the vessel in key locations. High-pressure water is then emitted for several hours and the quality assurance team inspects it afterwards for any water infiltration. The team then checks all of the systems including water pressure, shower and electrical. The engines and all electrical and mechanical systems are also subjected to operating tests. After the quality assurance inspectors have given their approval, the boat is packaged and delivered to its future owner.