The German company Abeking & Rasmussen was founded in 1907 by Henry Rasmussen and George Abeking. With proven experience on the ocean, Rasmussen was able to translate his skills into yacht design. The company began building wooden sailing and motor yachts and would also build more specialized vessels on the side. Through time, Abeking & Rasmussen has developed a reputation for the use of lightweight materials in their hull construction.