Yarrow Shipbuilders
British shipbuilder known for destroyers and fast craft.
Last updated August 25, 2026
Overview
Yarrow Shipbuilders was a historic shipbuilding company based in Glasgow, Scotland, founded by Alfred Yarrow in 1865. It was renowned for building warships, especially destroyers and torpedo boats, for the Royal Navy and other navies. In the late 20th century, the company underwent several restructurings and acquisitions, eventually closing in 2008.
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