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About Ark Marine

Founded in 2023, Ark Marine is a privately-owned shipyard based in Cape Town, South Africa. We specialise in the manufacturing of aluminium vessels up to 35 metres in length, serving international clients across Africa.

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Our Vision

Our vision is to deliver world-class vessels while contributing to the growth of South Africa’s marine industry and the empowerment of its people.

Our Leadership Team:

Rosco Livanos 

Chief Executive Officer

Rosco is a respected leader in the Cape Town marine industry with over 20 years of experience. His expertise spans corporate and entrepreneurial ventures, combining deep technical knowledge with proven leadership capability.

Yussuf Hank 

Chief Technical Officer

With more than 30 years of diversified engineering experience, Yussuf leads Ark Marine’s technical team. His background as a design project engineer equips him to deliver innovative solutions from concept to commissioning.

Michael Dryden 

Chief Financial Officer

Michael is an experienced accountant, tax specialist, and business advisor with 20 years of experience across multiple industries. He brings financial expertise and strategic oversight to Ark Marine’s growth.

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