Nimbus Boats History & Heritage

Founded by Hans Wiklund in 1968, Nimbus has been a prominent name in the yachting industry, situated near Gothenburg on Sweden's west coast.

The initial success of Nimbus can be traced back to its 8m (26ft) cabin cruisers, which gained widespread popularity and continue to sail today. In the 1980s, tennis star Björn Borg became the face of Nimbus, contributing to the brand's success.

Nimbus embraced composite sandwich construction in 1985 and advanced further with vacuum infusion in 1997. Notably, the company demonstrated an early commitment to environmentally sustainable manufacturing practices in 1999. In 2000, Nimbus introduced a fuel-efficient stepped hull design. Recognized for its environmental efforts, Nimbus began offering electric-powered boats in collaboration with Torqeedo in 2016.

Nimbus At A Glance

A brief summary of statistics, facts, and figures for Princess Yachts.

Shipyard History

  • Shipyard Founder Hans and Lars Wiklund
  • Year Founded 1968
  • Headquarters Town Frölunda, Gothenburg
  • Headquarters Country Sweden

Model Timeline

Research all the in production and discontinued Nimbus Boat models and immerse yourself in their history. Learn about each models features, generations, redesigns, notable features, specification, layouts, photo galleries and video from each individual model year*.

Key: 14 In-Production

Current Nimbus Model Range

Learn about each in production yacht models features, generations, redesigns, notable features, specification, layouts, photo galleries and video from each individual model year*.

Coupé Cruisers Range  

495 Flybridge

14.9m

Production: 2024 - to date

Generations: 1

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Day Cruisers Range  

Weekender 11

12.4m

Production: 2023 - to date

Generations: 1

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Tender Range  

Tender 8

8.15m

Production: 2021 - to date

Generations: 1

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Commuter Range  

Commuter 8

7.93m

Production: 2021 - to date

Generations: 1

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Commuter Range  

Commuter 11

12.4m

Production: 2020 - to date

Generations: 1

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Tender Range  

Tender 11

12.4m

Production: 2019 - to date

Generations: 1

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Tender Range  

Tender 9

9.35m

Production: 2019 - to date

Generations: 1

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Commuter Range  

Commuter 9

9.35m

Production: 2018 - to date

Generations: 1

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Day Cruisers Range  

Weekender 9

9.35m

Production: 2018 - to date

Generations: 1

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Coupé Cruisers Range  

365 Coupé (Mk2)

11.56m

Production: 2016 - to date

Generations: 1

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Day Cruisers Range  

305 Drophead

10.07m

Production: 2016 - to date

Generations: 1

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Coupé Cruisers Range  

405 Flybridge

13.33m

Production: 2015 - to date

Generations: 1

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Coupé Cruisers Range  

305 Coupé

10.07m

Production: 2014 - to date

Generations: 1

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Coupé Cruisers Range  

405 Coupé

13.33m

Production: 2013 - to date

Generations: 1

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