Marex was founded in Grimstad, Norway. Its production is now in Kaunas, Lithuania.
What kind of boats does Marex build?
Marex builds family cruisers and sportscruisers. The range includes cabin cruisers and aft-cabin boats.
What is Marex best known for?
Marex is known for Norwegian heritage, family ownership, and practical Scandinavian cruisers. The brand is also associated with mid-size boats designed for comfort and efficient use of space.
Marex is a Norwegian boat builder founded in 1973 in Grimstad, Norway. The company remains family-owned and is run by the founder’s sons, Espen and Thomas Aalrud. Marex builds family cruisers and sportscruisers, with production now based in Kaunas, Lithuania.
History and shipyard
Marex began as a small family boatyard on Norway’s south coast and was established by Eyvin Aalrud in 1973. In 1989, ownership passed to his sons, Thomas and Espen, who continued to develop the business as a family company. The brand’s production later moved gradually from Norway to Lithuania, where Marex operates a modern shipyard in Kaunas. The company is known for combining Norwegian design heritage with industrial-scale boatbuilding.
Model range and design
Marex concentrates on practical mid-size cruisers, especially family boats and sportscruisers. Its earlier range included a wider mix of models, while later production focused more tightly on cabin cruisers and aft-cabin boats. The builder’s boats are positioned around usability, comfort, and efficient use of space, which has made the brand particularly visible in the premium Scandinavian cruising segment. The company’s current range includes models such as the 310 Sun Cruiser, 375, and 370 ACC.
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