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Our team of specialists will work with the captain, engineer, and crew to troubleshoot issues with existing on-board equipment systems, or advise on new systems that you may require. As Marine Supplies Asia is part of the Marine Solutions Asia Pacific group, and a leading distributor of marine equipment in the Asia Pacific region we can leverage technical support direct from the manufacturer when required. With extensive experience and knowledge of coatings and finishes Marine Solutions Asia Pacific can advise on coating systems, and undertake everything from touch-ups to full refinishes – preferred systems supplied through Marine Supplies Asia include; Awlgrip / Awlcraft / Alexseal / Epifanes / International / Ocean Master - paints and antifouling materials. From the initial consultation through to the systems design, equipment supply, installation and commissioning Marine Solutions Asia Pacific have the answer. Contact us for no obligation pre-work assessments and estimates. Marine Solutions Asia Pacific can also offer project management for third party involvements as required.

Whether you are planning a full system, interior and exterior refit, or just a selected upgrade and redesign of specific areas of the yacht, Marine Solutions Asia Pacific can help make the whole project seamless. A full refit is often as complex in-part, as a new build; often access to existing systems for replacement and backward integration of newer technologies can cause significant unseen issues - unless detailed pre-project planning has been undertaken. The Marine Solutions Asia Pacific Group of companies can work with you to avoid many of the common issues evident when undertaking significant projects; and work with you to quickly solve previously unknown (undiscoverable) issues, as and when they may arise during the project. As Marine Supplies Asia is part of the Marine Solutions Asia Pacific Group, and a leading distributor of marine equipment in the Asia region, we can leverage technical support directly from the systems/equipment manufacturer when required. With extensive experience in coatings and finishes, Marine Solutions Asia Pacific can also advise on coating systems, and undertake everything from touch-ups to full refinishes – preferred systems supplied through Marine Supplies Asia include; Awlgrip / Awlcraft / Alexseal / Epifanes / International / Ocean Master - paints and antifouling materials. From the initial consultation through to the systems design, equipment supply, installation and commissioning, Marine Solutions Asia Pacific have the answer. We are based in Asia but have the benefit of many years' international superyacht and marine industry experience imported from New Zealand, Australia, USA, and EU. With our expat superyacht shipwrights, directors, managers and technical specialists permanently based on the ground, and working in hands-on capacities to oversee all areas of all the works we conduct, you can rest assured the success of your project regardless of the scale. Asia Pacific superyacht visitation and ownership has increased dramatically in the last few years. The region is now becoming established and marketed as the "third destination" competing with the Mediterranean and Caribbean as an attractive cruising ground. This trend is expected to continue as more yachts are visiting the region and reporting favourable experiences for owners and crews alike. The difficulties experienced by yachts visiting Asia Pacific in the past, have generally been down to a shortage of experienced companies, suppliers, and superyacht technical specialists. Solving this issue is the core focus of the Marine Solutions Asia Pacific Group. There is now a first world "Total Superyacht Solution" in Asia Pacific. Contact us for no obligation pre-work assessments and estimates.

Yachts require constant repairs and maintenance to look and perform at their best; whether it is a simple touch-up to interior/exterior finishing, damage to furnishings, upholstery or joinery, Marine Solutions Asia Pacific's team of specialists can advise, estimate and carry out the repair in all manner of materials from hull and superstructure; steel, or aluminium, through to exotic woods, technical fiberglass and composites including carbon fibre. Talk to us about scheduling your annual yard maintenance program and we will book you into one of several yards we have close working relationships with in the Asia Pacific region. Depending on the size of vessel, time needed to conduct services and nature of works, we will book your yard time, organise the docking plan, price all works, quote supply of all materials and equipment, and most importantly be on the ground to conduct the required services. Lifting capacity is up to 6,000 tons / Sheds up to 200m / Shore side cranes up to 600 tons

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Yacht Refit Asia Co., ltd. is Southeast Asia’s leader in providing the standards of excellence and commitment to customer satisfaction that is expected of a world-class yacht and superyacht refit, painting and marine services company. All staff are trained to the highest standards and are fully up to date with the latest product technology and with the correct application methods.

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Yacht Refit Asia – New Office

Yacht Refit Asia – Superyacht Painters, are delighted to announce the opening of their new office at Ocean Marina, Sattahip, Thailand. Thanks to our extensive experience and technical skills, we have the ability and infrastructure to work on any vessel. Our services are also available at Ocean Marina, Bangkok Dock and on the island of Phuket to suit your location and requirements.

Due to the success of our business, we will be expanding throughout Southeast Asia, opening offices in Hong Kong and Vietnam. We invite you to contact us today regarding your yacht service needs. Our services include:

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Superyacht Refit at GCCM

Gccm: the south pacific’s leading yacht refit destination.

Delivering an exceptional refit project takes experience and knowledge something the team at GCCM has honed over 20 years.  Not content with the status quo, GCCM continue to seek ways to innovate to deliver the highest quality refit in the most cost-effective manner.  It is this care and attention which drives GCCM’s reputation as a preferred superyacht refit yard amongst leading captains.

The expansive and modern shipyard infrastructure found at GCCM is supported by a 800+ strong workforce of leading marine tradesmen employed by over 90 separate and specialised marine businesses. For more than two decades, this team of experts has worked together and their skills and reputation for refinishing, major engineering and systems management, interiors and furnishings, and fabrication is what brings yachts like Dragonfly, SuRi, Pangaea, Lady Christine, Playpen, Little Blue and Mischief to the facility.

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• An unrivalled selection of Australia’s leading marine contractors at your transom door
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• M/Y Dragonfly (73m Silveryachts, Full repaint, engineering and interior refit)
• M/Y SuRi (63 Halter, Full repaint and deck equipment refit)
• M/V Ammari (60m Aluminium catamaran, full internal refit)
• M/Y Pangaea (58m Explorer yacht, engineering refit)
• M/Y Lionwind (44m Feadship, internal and engineering refit)
• M/Y Playpen (43m Richmond, internal refit and partial repaint)
• M/Y De Lisle III (41m Gulfcraft, full repaint and internal refit)
• M/Y My Way (38m custom catamaran, full internal refit)
• M/Y Princess Iluka (36m custom wooden yacht, full internal refit and extension)
• M/Y Relentless (33m Explorer yacht, full repaint and engineering refit)

M/Y Mangusta (131 ft. Overmarine)

As Master of the 40m new build Motor Yacht Mangusta, It is my pleasure to be writing this letter of commendation for Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard. GCCM was highly recommended to us through a reliable source, while based in Fiji and seeking a world-class shipyard in the South Pacific to carry out extensive repair & refit works as well as a 5 year survey. The shipyard lived up to our expectations, while even exceeding them on several occasions.

Our tenure at GCCM lasted 4 months, from July to Oct 2021. Our extensive job list included: Fresh & black tanks re-coating, class approved soft patch installation in transom, generator re-builds, main engine half-life overhauls, Rolls Royce jet drive overhaul, electrical design and overhauls, paint repairs, interior repairs, deck repairs, tender refits, and 5 year class survey items.

I would like to give special accolades to the following contractors involved in our diverse project. We had a great experience with each of them and would not hesitate to enlist any one of them again:

•   Sweep Marine Services ~Tank re-coatings, paint repairs, vessel protection & encapsulation
•   O’neill Shipwrights ~Transom Soft Patch, Underwater Lights Installation
•   Benson & Brown ~Marine Electrical Survey & Design, ‘cutting-edge’ installations
•   Pacific Maritime Solutions ~Engineering Systems & Hydraulics, Rolls Royce KaMeWa systems
•   Transmarine Asia Pacific ~MTU Diesel M/E and Kohler Generator Overhauls
•   Lumark ~Bespoke Metal Fabrication
•   Australian Marine Enterprises (AME) ~Bespoke Custom Tender Refit
•   Finishline Paint ~Yacht & Tender Coatings
•   Pacific Trim ~Marine Trimming & Upholstery
•   WISE Boatbuilding ~Deck Repairs
•   Bradford Marine Services ~Antifouling

On-site project management by Pete Grocock was an immense support to us. Pete’s drive & energy, dynamic abilities, and positive contractor relations ensured maximum results. The travel-lift team were calm, safe, and dependable. The 24hr security team were on-point, professional, and helpful. The Quarterdeck Restaurant and it’s friendly staff provided culinary support to our crew, and a serene atmosphere in which to dine and relax.

I most appreciated the management in their flexibility to our unique needs and ever-changing itinerary. They were always accommodating and showed great resourcefulness in problem solving. We depart on a high note, and I would not hesitate to return again in future aboard this vessel or any other in my command.

Vessel Captain – Lachlan Griffiths

M/Y One O One (128ft Tecnomar)

The time spent at GCCM was productive as we had both Wise Boatbuilding and various other trades involved in the refit at our fingertips. The team are always welcoming and willing to go out of their way to make both the owner and the crews time in the shipyard easy and enjoyable. Clean and accessible facilities as well as welcoming staff and tradesmen. One O One is a great example of the quality finishes and craftsmanship that can be achieved in Australia.

Vessel Captain – Craig Lindsay

M/Y Murcielago (100ft Sunseeker)

We have spent significant time on the yard and in the refit shed at GCCM. What has impressed me the most has been the flexibility, professionalism and accommodating nature of the yard staff and contractors. It has allowed us to complete an extensive list of works as  efficiently as possible. I will definitely be bringing the boat here every year for all the works needed. Thank you for making our experience as productive and painless as possible.

Vessel Captain – Jon Bischoff

M/Y Little Blue (89ft Jade Yachts)

The yacht had been at GCCM in late 2018 for the usual annual maintenance period. When looking for a yard to complete a hull refinishing and the engineering works for PYLC, we were confident in selecting GCCM again based on our previous experience. The contractors were of high quality and very well priced. The crew and I selected them based on word of mouth referrals and competitive quotes. We had access to all the trades we needed onsite and they worked well together. Everyone from the café staff­ to the o­ffice and yard teams were helpful and friendly.

Vessel Captain – Dan Airey

The YOT Club (131ft Custom Trimaran)

We were very specific in selecting the contractors and facility who work on this yacht. She is not a traditional superyacht, yet we want for those who board her to gasp as they would entering a yacht. For that, we needed a group who were well versed in delivering this level of craftsmanship and it was impossible to go past the team at GCCM.

Vessel Owner – David Fisher

S/Y Atao (82ft JFA Yachts)

We also used the time to complete a range of works calling on many of the contractors onsite at GCCM… the trip was well worth it as the yard was 50% cheaper than Sydney and the contractors were very price competitive.  We have also encountered a really friendly community both in the GCCM team and the tenants. I have had access to a courtesy car which is invaluable for someone away from their home port.

Vessel Owner – Alex Martin

M/Y Ghost II (122ft Gulfcraft)

We selected GCCM for our three-month project predominantly due to its reputation for quality work.  The other main factor was the range of contractors and services in the facility.  I managed the project and it was invaluable that the GCCM team and contractors would work around the boat’s schedule and each other to get the job done.  The wealth of knowledge and experience of some of the senior shipwrights at GCCM to select the right contractors for the right job certainly made the difference to our project.

Vessel Captain – Craig Pearson

M/Y Lady Pamela (98ft Azimut)

The  crew were so pleased with our time in the shipyard.  Every staff member from the lovely ladies in the office to the security guys of an evening and even the shipyard guys who did our haul out were always friendly, attentive and nothing was ever an issue.

Charter Manager – Kirsty Sabarre

M/Y Pursuit (167ft Damen)

I would just like to personally thank GCCM for the service they provided the vessel during our time in the yard, and the helpful staff and supplied contractors for any situation that the vessel needed.  The GCCM project management was such an asset and made every aspect of the refit that much easier knowing it was quality controlled and kept to a strict schedule enabling us to concentrate on other projects.  Also, the friendly staff for organizing the great crew excursions, and involving all the yachts in the marina.

Chief Officer – Byron Dobson

M/Y SuRi (207ft Expedition Yacht)

From day one GCCM has provided us with exceptional service, expertise and all the facilities that we need to get work done in an efficient and cost-effective manner. All of the marina staff are always professional and willing to go the extra mile for us and do so with a smile. The facility itself with all the trades we require under one roof enables us to get numerous quotes for the same job so that we can make informed decisions quickly.  All of the above in conjunction with the crew activities the marina puts on (Top Golf, bowling etc) along with the location of GCCM make it a great place for any superyacht to get refit work done.

2 nd Officer – Sam Redward

M/Y Oneworld (101ft Gulfcraft)

The reason we chose GCCM is because of the level of service and exceptional range of contractors.  GCCM is the best shore support in the industry.  Kevin Altera provided 100% support 24 hours a day.  Travis Slatter lifted and stood the yacht with great care and attention.  The office team and Yacht Concierge were always on hand and nothing was ever too difficult.  We used a variety of contractors and all of them gave great advice and support.

Vessel Captain – Matthew Baily

M/Y Pangaea (190ft Halter Marine – Expedition Yacht)

GCCM has been the most refreshing shipyard experience I have had in many years of yachting.  What a great example this facility is to the industry on how things should be done.  I can highly recommend them to industry.  Everyone really made us feel at home and welcomed.  All our wishes were met with a smile and helpful attitude.  The crew absolutely loved the Gold Coast area.

Vessel Captain – Ferdi Heymann

M/Y Playpen (140ft Richmond Yacht)

Over a six-week period, we completed a large list of works including some intricate and challenging engineering work.  The great aspect of completing work at GCCM is the array of contractors from which you can select, the confidence in their work and knowing you have the support of the GCCM team, many of whom are ex-crew and leaders in their field.

Project Manager / Relief Captain – Peter Cook

Yacht Manager – Greg Numa

Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard are a world class act in the Superyacht business.  The marine maintenance business is people driven and you could not find a more caring group of professionals than those associated with GCCM.  Thank you, Trent, and to all of your staff for making my life pretty simple and stress free.  You have by far one of the slickest operations in this arena.

Master Greg Numa

M/Y Dragonfly (240ft Silveryacht)

We have been to GCCM a number of times in the past few years and in my 15 years of yachting, which includes nine years of Command, a build, and multiple large refits. I have never been so well looked after by a professional, fun, and friendly team.

Director of Maritime Operations at Fly’ Fleet – Master Mike Gregory

M/Y Ubiquitous (112ft Westport Yacht)

After cruising up north, we headed back to GCCM for a full yard period and the team were great in making sure everything went smoothly. Kevin and Kimberley were on hand to make my life easier throughout the project. I would strongly encourage any captain looking at their next yard period to contact GCCM as you can trust they will get the job done on time and in budget.

Vessel Captain – Lachlan Calcutt

M/Y The Star (144ft Benetti)

I’d like to express my gratitude to GCCM for providing a world-class superyacht refit facility with service to match for our major refit project. Every aspect from planning our arrival, services and trades onsite, ease of engaging outside trades, and the friendly staff always available 24/7 made our stay enjoyable. We look forward to returning.

Vessel Captain – Edward Woodman

M/Y Shirley-Anne (118ft Custom Motor Yacht)

I have been in the motor yacht industry for the past 42 years and have worked all over the world in new build and refit yards, working on vessel’s from 72-metres to 140-metres. I have run three different boat building yards in Australia, and understand the complexities of the process of builds and refit work and the challenges in running yards.  Late in 2018, I was asked to oversee a large refit of a classic family motor yacht (M/Y Shirley Anne) that was originally built for the Owner’s family in Australia and is now owned by another family member and his wife who love the vessel. The task was to refit her to her former glory without changing the style and feel of the original design of the motor yacht. One of the major tasks was to design and integrate a new overhanging swim platform into the vessel without anyone realising anything had been added or changed on the vessel, this was achieved very successfully and the Owners are delighted with the complete refit.  The Captain and I considered a few yards and facilities in Australia and New Zealand to complete the works in a clean and safe environment). It didn’t take us long to narrow down the preferred site to Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard, which was able to offer us all the facilities and trades people we need to complete the works in the right environment. They were very helpful in the whole process of the refit and it was an easy place to work from. The staff couldn’t do enough for us and were always available at all times to help us with whatever we needed.  It was a pleasure to complete the refit at GCCM and I would recommend Kevin and his team to anyone looking for a facility for refit and repair works.

Vessel Owner’s Representative – David McQueen

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Yacht Refit: A Guide

Yacht ownership is a great pleasure, but these magnificent vessels also require a great deal of upkeep, with regular periods in the yard required for yacht refit or maintenance. Whether conducting a major overhaul or just making a few cosmetic and systems updates, a yacht refit is a large undertaking, requiring excellent scheduling and budgeting, as well as excellent management of participating crew and contractors.

Finding a highly experienced, professionally run shipyard will go a long way towards heading off costly delays or possible conflict between the yacht and the shipyard, but there’s a great deal the captain and crew can do to ensure a successful, speedy yacht refit yard period.

1. Once the captain and crew have drawn up an extremely thorough yacht refit yard work list, submit the work list to numerous shipyards for quotes. Be wary of jumping on the cheapest quote, drill down into why the quote is lower. Ask around for shipyard recommendations, and be quick to note if the shipyard quote process has any errors, is revised numerous times, or simply doesn’t reflect good customer service.

2. The process must be organized by a strong project manager who is there from the start to the finish of the yard period. This is most often the captain, but can also be a trusted external project manager, and the yacht management company may also be involved. The yacht’s engineer is also heavily involved in the shipyard project management, normally holding the 2IC role onboard. The shipyard will also assign their own project manager to collaborate with the yacht’s designated person throughout the yacht’s refit.

3. Budgeting is of extreme importance. Yacht refit budget overruns are common during shipyard periods – partly due to unknown faults being uncovered during the work, but also due to poor time management or installation problems and delays. Work should be meticulously budgeted, with a running total with breakdowns to indicate where the budget has blown out (and where possible efficiencies could be gained.)

4. Shipyard insurance is imperative. The contract details must be rock-solid to apportion where liability falls for lateness, budget overruns, or any damage caused in the shipyard. Be sure to check for conditions involving ‘hot work’ such as welding, as some policies do not cover this.

5. Fires have occasionally been known to happen in shipyards due to the nature of the work, so ensure that the shipyard’s firefighting capabilities are top-notch, carry out crew fire drills extremely regularly, and insist on crew vigilance and a 24/7 watch schedule throughout the yacht refit.

6. Yacht refits can run over-time due to unexpected complications, so be aware of this when planning any charter bookings, yacht transport, or boss trips around this time.

7. Organize your crew wisely during the shipyard time. Shipyard periods exert different demands on different crew departments. For the engineers, it’s generally their busiest time of the year, while the interior team is largely responsible for protecting the yacht from damage during the refit and doing stock takes etc, and therefore has more downtime. There is often time for chefs, deckhands, and stewardesses to take vacation during a shipyard period, or enroll in professional courses. Your shipyard project manager will generally be able to tell you how many crew will be required to assist with the work being carried out by their team onboard. However, bear in mind that shipyard staff will not be willing to oversee the work of private contractors who don’t work for them— that must be done by your crew.

8. Have the contractor and dayworker admission process streamlined for your yacht refit. A common delay in shipyards is in the mornings, when dayworkers and external contractors can get held up at the gate because they aren’t listed on the day’s admissions. Have all of this organized before time, as well as contracts ready for the dayworkers to sign.

9. Get to know the shipyard where your yacht is being refit. From building good relationships with the shipyard staff to knowing the facilities, emergency services and security provisions of the yard, the better informed you are, the better your yard period will be. By choosing the right shipyard and managing the yard period well, your yacht will be back on the water on time, on budget, and even more beautiful than ever.

By choosing the right shipyard and yacht brokerage to manage the yard period well; your yacht will be back on the water on time, on budget, and even more beautiful than ever.