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ADIPEC 2025

Join Premier Ship Models at ADIPEC 2025 If you’re part of the global energy and maritime community, ADIPEC 2025 is the place to be. This world-leading event brings together innovators, thought leaders and industry experts — and Premier Ship Models is proud to be part for the first time! Whether you’re looking to explore new…

3D Print Model Boats Redefines Marine Engineering

3D printing has turbo-charged innovation in the boat-building industry. Two maritime manufacturers from UAE – Al Seer Marine and Abu Dhabi Maritime collaborated to build the world’s first “3D-printed water taxi.” In November 2023, their launch, the 11.98-meter-long and 3.5-meter-wide vessel set the Guinness World Record for the largest 3D-printed boat. In October 2024, almost…

PSM’s Modern Military Models

In the vast ocean of model ship enthusiasts, the allure of modern military models stands tall and proud. These miniature marvels encapsulate the power, precision, and prestige of contemporary naval forces, meticulously crafted to bring the spirit of the seas to any collector’s display. From battleships to aircraft carriers, each vessel tells a story of…

4 Key Questions About the Monaco Yacht Show 2023

When is the show? Mark your calendars for Wednesday the 27th to Saturday the 30th of September 2023, as the world’s premier superyacht event sails into the iconic Port Hercule in Monaco. This event is far more than just maritime a showcase; it’s an immersive journey into the illustrious world of yachting, steeped in grandeur,…

Bluenose I

The Bluenose was a racing and fishing gaff rig schooner. A gaff rig is a sailing vessel in which the sail itself has four corners, is fore-and-aft rigged and is controlled at the peak. And a schooner is quite simply a ship with two or more masts, most commonly with the foremast smaller than the…

Discover the Sydney International Boat Show!

Hosted in the Darling Harbour over four days and nights, the Sydney International Boat Show has a reputation as one of the largest marine lifestyle events in the Pacific. From paddleboards to power cruisers, sail boats to superyachts, the Sydney International Boat Show is a brilliant opportunity to check out the newest and best boating,…

3D Printing in Ship Model Making

Ship model making is an age-old hobby that has captured the attention of people from all walks of life. Whether it’s for recreation, educational purposes, or even historical research, creating a model ship is a satisfying and rewarding experience. With the rise of technology, the craft of ship model making has seen a significant transformation…

The Evolution of Model Making

The Evolution of Model Ship Making Model ship making is a fascinating and intricate craft that has been enjoyed by people for centuries. With its roots going all the way back to ancient Egypt, where ship models were used as offerings to the gods in the afterlife, the craft has evolved and grown into one…

London Luxury Afloat

London Luxury Afloat was a five-day event that took place from the 18th to the 22nd of April 2023. It was hosted in the picturesque St Katherine’s Docks, and it was a luxurious experience unlike any other. The event was carefully crafted to showcase the very best of London’s waterways, and it was a celebration…

Seatrade Cruise Global 2023

Seatrade Cruise Global 2023 was the most important event of the year for the cruise industry. The annual event brought together industry professionals from all over the world to discuss the latest trends, technologies, and innovations in the cruise industry. With over 700 exhibitors and more than 11,000 attendees from over 130 countries, Seatrade Cruise…

vincent bekaert

2024-09-13

After a Dutch company told me they were no longer taking orders, a Chinese company did not respond and an American one did not offer the desired finish, I ended up at Premier Ship Models in January 2024. I opted for a premium finish from 6-8 months for the build of a 1990 Hinkley Sou'wester. With nothing more than a top view and a side view and a lot of photos they got to work. 9 times I got an update with photos to assess the progress and make comments. I happily made a photo album of this. I asked for quite a few corrections, which were all carried out. The only downside was a huge underestimation of the shipping costs. But the ship was very well packed and delivered in September. The sailing ship had suffered a bit on the journey, but I was able to repair that easily, except for the downhaul - it was too simple and would break off again immediately. I left that out (it would still be nice to receive a "real life" version). The correspondence was very good, my sincere thanks to the team for the great job!

Douglas Holmes

2024-09-10

The first time I used Premier Ship Models was for a kit of the Batavia, this year. (2024). I was so happy with the service that when I was looking at getting the 'ghost ship' The Flying Dutchman, I checked around online and was extremely pleased to find they had it. Not only that but they were cheaper than other model ship kit suppliers I have used in the past. And again, on top of that it only took 8 days to get from placing the order in the UK to having FedEx deliver it on my doorstep in Western Australia. To put that into perspective, I am still awaiting delivery via Australia Post for some parts from Sydney NSW, three separate orders placed 15 days ago.... Extremely satisfied and would recommend them to anyone.

cashrc

2024-08-13

Premier Ship Models did a great job of finding the kit I was after, an Aeronaut Pilot boat. Once found, it shipped quickly, but was held up in customs. Premier reached out to me and customs, and I received the kit a few days later. Premier is now one of my go-tos for European and Asian rc ship models.

Bob moore

2024-08-12

fast and friendly service. thank you.

Tim Fletcher

2024-08-12

Best place for your model needs without a doubt. I had a little trouble with an order (not Premier's fault) and I couldn't have asked for better support. Whenever I needed an answer or had a question the people at Premier responded usually within 24 hrs. They never left me waiting for an answer. Best business I have seen for customer service.