Alexander Robertson & Sons

High school (ages 12+)
Transportation

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/alexander-robertson-sons

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1. When was Alexander Robertson & Sons built?IYRU 12mR, 15mR, Loch Longs
2. What is the location of boatyard?Sandbank, Argyll and Bute, Scotland, on the Holy Loch
3. What is the years of operation?1876–1980 (104 years)
4. When did Alexander Robertson & Sons start building boats?The yard began in 1876 in Sandbank, Argyll and Bute, Scotland, and grew to become a leading wooden boatbuilder on the River Clyde.
5. What kind of boats did they make for wars?During World War I the yard produced over 55 vessels for the war effort. In World War II it built Fairmile Marine Motor Boats for the Admiralty, used for patrol, anti‑submarine work, and troop transport.

IYRU Metre Rule: An international standard for designing racing yachts based on their length, influencing hull shape and sail area.