SUNSET CITY-SHIP · A VISION IN DEVELOPMENT
A proposed ocean-going city designed for living, working and exploring—bringing the life of a community to the open sea.
FOR INVESTORS & STRATEGIC PARTNERS
Ocean City IM is seeking an early-stage capital partner to help turn the Sunset City-Ship concept into an independently assessed development plan, assemble specialist expertise, and prepare for subsequent financing.
Current stage: concept development. The initial funding target, detailed budget, schedule and investment terms remain to be finalized.
Proposed work scope; appointments, costs and deliverables would be agreed before funding is committed.
The long-term ambition is for Ocean City IM to retain substantial ownership across city-ship development and operations, alongside a permanent shipyard capable of building multiple vessels.
Potential business activities include residential sales or leasing, hospitality, commercial space and onboard services, with ship construction as a separate potential business line.
These are proposed revenue sources. Demand, costs, ownership structures and commercial viability have not yet been validated.
Ben Strom brings 28 years of experience across construction, industrial operations and logistics to Sunset City-Ship. He studied yacht design at Westlawn, adding to his understanding of vessel design. He leads the project’s concept development and partner outreach.
His practical industry background informs the project’s focus on construction planning, operations and logistics. The next step is to assemble the specialist naval architecture, marine engineering, shipyard, operating and financial expertise needed to evaluate the project.
We welcome conversations with prospective capital partners and specialists who can help define and deliver the first phase.
The renderings illustrate the proposed design; they are not evidence of engineering validation or construction readiness.
Contact Ben to discuss the proposed scope, funding needs and potential partnership. Investment structure and any potential investor return would depend on agreed terms and future business performance.
A DIFFERENT WAY TO LIVE
Sunset City-Ship is envisioned as a fully mobile community at sea. Permanent homes, hotels, workplaces and everyday services would share one expansive vessel, with a landscaped city above and marine operations below.
Its three integrated hulls support the proposed city platform. Above it, residential and commercial towers, green public spaces and a full-size stadium create a skyline with its own identity.
This is a development concept. The renderings express the vision; dimensions, capacities and systems remain subject to engineering and feasibility studies.
Proposed length
Proposed overall beam
Integrated longitudinal hulls
Proposed main superstructure
LIFE ABOARD
A place conceived for everyday life, with the spaces and services a lasting community needs.
A planned mix of studios and one-, two- and three-bedroom residences, alongside hotels for visitors. Residential towers would rise approximately 200–300 feet above the main city platform.
The vision includes shops, restaurants, workplaces, education and medical services—bringing daily essentials into the neighborhoods where people live.
A full-size stadium, landscaped parks, pools, promenades and gathering spaces would give residents and guests places to relax, exercise and share experiences.
Walking and electric trams are central to the concept. Pedestrian boulevards and vertical circulation would connect districts, with freight and service logistics on dedicated levels.
WALK · TRAM · EXPLORE
The city is planned without private cars or parking structures. Tree-lined public spaces and a tram network would connect homes, destinations and shared amenities along the ship.
Ferries, tenders and service craft would provide connections beyond the vessel. Marine propulsion and ocean passages are part of the development vision.
EXPLORE THE DESIGN
The latest vessel rendering, detail views from that image, and a supporting lifestyle illustration. Select any view to explore it.
FROM VISION TO VALIDATION
The next stage is to establish how the concept can be engineered, operated and built. The project is seeking conversations with naval architects, marine engineering specialists, shipyard partners and development partners.
Study hull configuration, structural behavior, stability, propulsion and the marine approval pathway.
Develop residences, circulation, utilities, emergency systems and the services needed for full-time living.
Explore modular construction, a permanent shipyard and the role of automation in assembly.
LET’S START A CONVERSATION
For project information, technical collaboration or development inquiries, contact Ben Strom.
bstrom@oceancityim.com ↗