Every haul-out has the same enemy: a vanishing ladder, a shrinking budget, and a timeline that refuses to cooperate. One sailor shares the hard-won rules — make a list, guard your ladder, meet your yard neighbors, and never lose sight of the one goal that matters: getting back in the water.
Marine Travelift’s new Electric Series delivers zero-emission boat hoists with the same power and performance as diesel—now available in the Caribbean.
Explore the latest updates and expansions across Caribbean boatyards, including new facilities, services, and improvements tailored for mariners during the peak hurricane season.
Discover how St. Kitts Marine Works is enhancing its services with the addition of a second 150T Marine Travelift, ensuring faster turnaround times and accommodating more vessels with ease.
Trinidad and Tobago’s location below the hurricane belt makes it the perfect spot for storage, repair and maintenance services
What’s New with the Boatyards throughout the Caribbean? Full range of services and both service and shelter them during hurricane season.
Planning is the perfect way to have a problem-free haul out. Start with preparing the vessel for the haul, working with the yard manager and choosing a splash date.
Tyrell Bay Marina Carriacou and Carriacou Marine, with the Government of Grenada, sought a safe way for owners and/or captains to haul out
Discover essential tips for storing your boat in the Caribbean during hurricane season. Learn about insurance, security, and preparation steps.
Imitation may be a sincere form of flattery. Yet in the world of boat yards and marinas, contrary to what some may believe, not all boat hoists are Marine Travelifts. The Travelift name has become a sort of passing term in the industry, however, Marine Travelift is a trademark belonging to the company headquartered in…
Discover the journey of Bradford Marine from the 1960s to becoming a premier yacht refit and repair facility in the Bahamas, catering to yachts of all sizes.
The 132-year-old RMK Merrill-Stevens shipyard, located minutes from downtown Miami and on the Miami River, is undergoing a restoration to its former glory with a twist. That is, this full-service facility will soon be capable of refitting and repairing today’s modern superyachts and vessels thanks to the investment of US $25 million for a…
Explore the stunning Jolly Harbour Marina on Antigua’s west coast. Enjoy waterfront villas, full-service docks, vibrant amenities, and be part of exciting nautical events. Your ideal boating haven awaits! 🌴⛵ #JollyHarbourMarina #AntiguaBoating #NauticalEvents #WaterfrontLiving
New Marine Travelift Helps Expand Business For Coral Bay Marina Marine Travelift Inc. announced that Coral Bay Marina in Islamorada, FL, purchased a new 75 BFM II mobile boat hoist. This marks the company’s third purchase of a Marine Travelift lifting solution, and already, Coral Bay is reporting a significant increase in operational…
Historic Lauderdale Boatyard and Marina selling out for redevelopment FORT LAUDERDALE – The historic 64-year-old boatyard and marina property, formerly known as Jackson Marine, located on the South fork of the New River has been listed for sale. “The 11.3-acre footprint is ideal for redevelopment,” said Kelly Ruff, General Manager, Fort Lauderdale Boatyard and Marina (FLBAM)….
The Hulk flexed its muscles by lifting its first megayacht at Clarkes Court Boatyard & Marina. The yacht, the 101ft Custom built Monte Fino motor yacht, Picnic, weighed in at 154 tons and caries a beam of 23ft and draft of 6.5ft. Monaco Yacht Show A spokesperson for the yard said this historic moment is…
We had hauled our boat at a DIY-friendly boatyard and left her on the hard for a few months to dry out. We returned to prepare the bottom for fall cruising only to find a half-dozen new signs in big, bold letters stating that bottom-sanding by non-marina personnel was forbidden. In our absence, a well-meaning…
Business at Caribbean boatyards booms during hurricane season. Here’s what’s new at a sampling of yards in both the Eastern and Western Caribbean. IMM, Guadeloupe People power is making this full-service yard in Pointe-A-Pitre an even bigger draw to owners needing yacht repairs. “We now have certified welders (ABS, BV, Lloyds),†says partner Norina Edelman. “We…
Hauling your boat out of the water can be a nerve wracking experience. Finding the right yard for the job is imperative. Some yards have wonderful facilities but not the technical support you require, some have the skilled labor but their amenities leave a lot to be desired. Some are overpriced or have too many…
You instantly know that someone likes what they do when their professional and playtime pursuits are very similar. Plus, it’s certainly a vote of confidence if this same person is the owner of the boatyard where you plan to get your yacht repaired, rebuilt or refitted. Enthusiasm and experience are two words that aptly…