Shipwright and Marine Services
Northshore Marine is a diversified, full-service Boating solutions facility, equipped to handle multiple repairs, conversions, new construction projects and delivery commissioning simultaneously. A full line of marine products compliments our services.
The boatyard facilities include a shipwright and rigging workshop, commercial moorings, 50 tonne travel lift, hardstand space, work berths, mast crane, deck repair area, and a complete line of support shops including mechanical, electrical, paint, joinery, finishing and upholstery.
Northshore Marine handles all long or short term projects, from simple repairs, routine maintenance and servicing to comprehensive reconstruction. Our background in yacht construction allows us to manage technical repairs efficiently. Northshore Marine also specialise in building and fitting larger boat parts such as rudders, keels, transom steps, hardtops, ice boxes, tillers, tables and custom fitted shelving etc. Our highly skilled experienced tradesmen take personal pride in each project that they complete while providing mentoring and training to the next generation of apprentice shipwrights.
Services include
- Fibreglass / gelcoat repairs
- Fit outs / Full Rebuilds / Rejuvenation
- Cabinetry, Deck and timber work
- Hull modifications – transom steps, bow poles, cabin alterations, keel shoes, extended transom etc
- Mold making
- Timber deck repairs
- Major collision repairs
- Osmosis, peeling and blister repairs
- Hard tops, ice boxes, etc
- Hardware Fit out / Service
- Rudder / Keel / Tillers repairs and rebuild
- Painting, resprays – hull, deck, mast, varnishing
- Dingy repairs
- Rigging repairs / insurance
- Insurance repair
In 2010 Heath and Chris combined their expertise as Northshore Marine Group Pty Ltd moving to the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club providing a one stop Marine and Shipwright Service to all boat owners and establishing Melges Asia Pacific headquarters. Setting themselves apart from other Shipwrights is their experience and knowledge in the craft of both traditional and composite boat building techniques. Their knowledge, skills and experience are applied to completing quality refits and repairs and maintenance of clients boats. Both have extensive experience in high performance racing including rigging, boat setup and new boat commissioning. As boat owners themselves they look after clients vessels as if they were their own providing the best in service, repairs, sales and support. The Northshore Marine team includes highly respected and experienced marine painters, riggers, shipwrights and apprentices.
Northshore Marine Group has recently expanded their workshop and welcome your enquiries.
Project Management
We understand that boat owners like a complete marine service company whose knowledge and expertise will forecast, assess and oversee the management of works on their vessel to the highest standard.We ensure communication with the owner and provide regular reports on project progress.Where necessary we source the most competitive products and services in the industry without compromise.
We discuss requirements with the owner and prioritise a repair / maintenance schedule that ensures money is best spent and costs are spread
Master Marine Painter
Our team includes Master Marine painter the famous ‘Smiley’ with over 35 years experience.
Boat Refits
Northshore Marine provide a refit / restoration service allowing you to customise your boat. Make your boat new look new again. Whether it be a Cruising Yacht, Motor Yacht or Racing Yacht we work with clients to plan freight, logistics, upgrades, replacements, modifications, styling, new interiors or layouts, and new system and mechanical updating as required.
New Boat Commissioning
Currently Northshore Marine are commissioning new Bavaria powerboats and yachts. Our expertise and experience in boat commissioning is extensive and includes Etchells, Sydney 38’s, Farr 40’s, Melges classes.
Pre Purchase / Sale Inspection and Representation Service
Tap into their years of experience and expertise, Heath and Chris at Northshore Marine they can assist you in making a qualified, informed decision about your next boat purchase.
Time spent working on the waterfront arms us with knowledge of the history and strengths and weaknesses of various boat designs. We can supply you with a comprehensive Shipwrights report.
Our massive database and clients looking to trade, upgrade, downsize as well as the ideal location of the RPAYC allows us to represent the owners when dealing with potential buyers, or acting as a buyers representative, we make sure all the boxes are ticked for a smooth, hassle free transaction.
Boat Maintenance Service
Retain resale value, ensure on water safety, a hassle free ownership experience and peak performance through a maintenance program. We can organise ashore storage and provide all the necessary care and maintenance to maintain your valuable marine asset.
Key benefits for the boat owner:
- Safety and security of your boat
- Peace of mind, knowing someone is caring for your boat
- Local tradesmen / supplier knowledge
- Support from an experienced Shipwright Service not just a boat cleaner
- Maximizes resale value
- Hassle Free Boat Ownership
- Record Service History
- Budgeted costs
Our GuardianSHIP services include:
- Inspection of mooring and stern lines
- Checking of shore power and battery charging
- Regular checks for leaks and airing / dehumidify (especially after bad weather)
- Periodically checking for water in bilges and engine
- Checking/securing of all covers and tarps
- Stowing and securing all deck equipment, sails
- Cleaning of decks and interiors
- Charging of batteries
- Stainless Care
- Varnishing
- Cleaning/washing of deck prior the arrival of owner/guests
- Regular running of engines and other machinery
- Regular ongoing maintenance of gelcoat chips, scratches etc to avoid larger repairs
Construction Services
Northshore Marine has been building quality Australian yachts. We work closely with naval architects, builders and clients specifications to custom design new boats with required options and within budget.
Call or email to arrange a meeting to discuss your specific needs options and budget.
Etchells deck repair 
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