As a matter of habit, I am always on the lookout for historical documents related to vessels. When I consult the catalogue of an auction house or a specialised antiquarian dealer,...

When you hold a historical vessel certificate in your hands, you're touching more than just old paperwork. These documents tell stories of maritime regulation, administrative...

Imagine a dining table, decorated with a unique table runner rich in history and culture. This isn’t just silk fabric—it’s a collection of stories and legacy. In this blog,...

If you're a yacht or pleasure craft owner, you know that every document onboard tells a story—about its history, its purpose, and its legal standing on the high seas. Recently,...

Some time ago, Lorrendraaier purchased two tin canisters, which detail the name of the vessel, the captain, and the firm that issued them. However, it appears that not much is...

This archive – which is now in the possession of Lorrendraaier – contains communications between the Dutch Departement van Defensie (DvD) and N.V. Koninklijke Hollandsche...

Mariner and crew certificates are mandatory for modern-day seafarers on commercial and merchant ships of a number of flag states, according to the STCW code. However, these...

Over the years, numerous allyships have been forged and shattered. The Marine Treaty of 1674 between The Netherlands and England was one such notable agreement – and a piece...