The deep sea, once the exclusive domain of scientists and elite adventurers, is now within reach for a broader global audience.
U-Boat Worx, the world leader in manned submersibles, has launched its new Wet Lease program — a fully managed, turnkey solution that enables commercial operators to offer unforgettable submarine dives — without needing to own a submersible or have in-house operational capabilities.
Making the undersea world more accessible has been the company’s mission since it was founded in 2005. This latest offering represents a major milestone in that journey.
By removing the traditional barriers of cost, complexity, and compliance, this program is set to revolutionize ocean access. Whether for marine tourism, education, or conservation, U-Boat Worx is empowering more organizations to take their guests beneath the surface.
Whether you’re a luxury travel agent or concierge, resort owner or operator, cruise line, or charter yacht owner; the U-Boat Worx Wet Lease eliminates every operational concern and responsibility that comes with running a submersible.
U-Boat Worx handles everything:
- A 2-3-5 or 7 seat submarine
- Certified crew and pilots
- Full maintenance and servicing
- Local permitting and compliance
- Complete dive operations and logistics
All customers need to do is focus on what truly matters: they provide the guests, U-Boat Worx provides the unforgettable dive experiences.
“With our wet lease model, operators no longer need to worry about recruitment, training, technical upkeep, or regulatory hurdles,” said Wilbert Beilsma, the company’s new Commercial Director. “We’ve built this offering around one promise: You bring in the guests, we take care of the rest.”
With over 60 submarines in operation and more than 10,000 successful commercial dives, U-Boat Worx is the de facto premier operator in the world of private submersible experiences. Beyond their contributions to marine science, U-Boat Worx submarines offer an unparalleled adventure for guests. Passengers have the unique opportunity to descend into the deep, witnessing untouched underwater worlds firsthand. This immersive experience fosters a profound connection to the marine environment and reinforces the importance of ocean conservation.
The Wet Lease program follows the success of several pilot operations and expands U-Boat Worx’s offering of flexible financial models tailored to the needs of different operators, including:
- Outright Purchase – for long-term asset ownership
- Financial Lease
- Operational Lease – for flexible use with lower upfront investment
- Fractional Ownership
And now offering:
- Wet Lease – for full-service, worry-free operations
As the premier manufacturer of immersive, ocean-based experiences, U-Boat Worx is now also positioning itself as a strategic operating partner.
“Guests today are looking for extraordinary experiences, something they can’t find anywhere else,” said Roy Heijdra, Marketing Manager at U-Boat Worx. “A submarine dive is the kind of bucket-list adventure that sets your destination apart. It creates buzz, drives word-of-mouth, and gives operators powerful content for their own marketing.”
As the demand for meaningful, experience-driven travel continues to rise, U-Boat Worx is helping unlock one of Earth’s final frontiers.
