Mission & History
Mission Statement
Ryba Marine Construction Co. will perform the highest quality
work in a professional manner. We will conduct all business
in an ethical manner; achieving our goals by being the very
best in our field. We will constantly stress the value of
honest communication among our employees and our customers
and strive to complete all projects safely, on time and within
budget.
History & Development of Ryba
Marine Construction Co.
Ryba Marine Construction Co. was formed in the late 1930's
when Steve Majestic opened his doors for business in Cheboygan,
Michigan under the name Majestic Marine Sales & Service,
Inc. He began his operation as a marina for boat repairs
and storage, but branched out in the early 1950's with his
son, Don, to include marine construction. The marine
construction branch of their company became known as Straits
Marine Construction, Inc., while the marina branch continued
as Majestic Sales & Service, Inc. Don Majestic
was active in the marine construction business for many years
doing pile driving and dredging.
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Thomas R. Morrish, President
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In 1982 Straits Marine Construction, Inc. was sold to well-known
Mackinac Island businessman, Harry Ryba. Harry teamed
up with Tom Morrish and Darrell "Chet" Wallace
who had many years experience in marine construction and,
together, they expanded the company and developed full service
capabilities enabling them to bid bigger jobs in other cities.
Skilled construction professionals continued the traditions
of the Majestic's under the new name, Ryba Marine Construction
Co.
Tom Morrish and "Chet" Wallace purchased Ryba
Marine Construction Co. in 1987 from Harry Ryba and another
new chapter began for the company. For starters, the
company incorporated on May 1, 1987 in the State of
Michigan under the official name, Morrish-Wallace Construction,
Inc. d/b/a Ryba Marine Construction Co. Morrish and
Wallace have combined marine experience of over 60 years.
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Senior Vice President,
Captain Darrell L. "Chet" Wallace and grandson
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Ryba Marine is a full service marine and land contractor. During
the past 23 years, the company has grown 500% in contract volume
and equipment. Presently, Ryba Marine runs 6
construction crews or more. Clients, who have been numerous,
include the US Army Corps of Engineers, US Coast Guard, State
of Michigan, municipalities, utility companies, shipping firms
and many private entities.
RYBA MARINE is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
