YachtFix Marine
YachtFix Marine
Delivering precision yacht repair, full refit services, and scheduled marine maintenance for vessel owners in the Mediterranean. Our seasoned engineers and certified marine technicians handle every job—from hull inspections and engine overhauls to electrical systems and interior restoration—ensuring your vessel stays seaworthy, compliant, and performing at its finest.
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Founded by a crew of seasoned naval engineers and passionate seafarers, our marine workshop has grown into a trusted partner for yacht owners across the western Mediterranean. We operate from our fully equipped facility steps from the historic Vieux-Port of Marseille, combining decades of hands-on experience with the latest diagnostic technology and repair methodology.
Our team includes certified technicians specializing in hull repair, composite materials, diesel and electric propulsion, hydraulic systems, marine electronics, and upholstery restoration. Every project is assigned a dedicated service coordinator who oversees progress from initial survey to sea trial, keeping clients informed at every stage.
We service sailing yachts, motor yachts, catamarans, and RIBs up to 30 metres. Whether you need an urgent emergency repair in port, a full winter refit, or a scheduled maintenance programme, we adapt to your timeline and budget without compromising on quality.
Beyond technical expertise, we believe in transparent pricing, honest assessments, and long-term client relationships. Our goal is not simply to fix what's broken—it is to return your vessel in better condition than we received it, ready for the sea and built for longevity. When you entrust your yacht to our team, you gain a reliable technical partner for every nautical mile ahead.
From emergency callouts to multi-month refits, our facility and team are structured to deliver unmatched results for every class of yacht and every scale of project.
Every technician on our team holds recognised marine engineering qualifications and undergoes continuous professional development. We stay current with evolving propulsion technologies, composite repair standards, and marine electrical regulations so your vessel always receives compliant, technically sound workmanship. Certifications cover MCA, IAMI, and manufacturer-specific authorisations for leading engine brands including Volvo Penta, Yanmar, and Caterpillar. Clients receive full documentation of all work performed, including material specifications and test results—a complete service record for resale or insurance purposes. Our senior engineers personally inspect all critical repairs before sign-off, ensuring zero shortcuts reach the water.
Vessels don't adhere to office hours—and neither do we. Our emergency response team operates around the clock, able to mobilise aboard your vessel or dispatch a specialist to your berth within hours of a distress call. Whether it's a catastrophic engine failure the night before a regatta, a compromised hull fitting discovered at sea, or electrical fault leaving you without navigation, our crew arrives equipped and ready. We maintain a well-stocked parts inventory covering fast-moving consumables and critical spares so repairs begin immediately rather than waiting on courier deliveries. Emergency callouts are handled with the same care and craftsmanship as planned workshop jobs.
Our facility accommodates complete vessel transformations. From full antifouling and osmotic treatment campaigns to propulsion upgrades, interior refurbishment, and rigging replacement, we manage the entire scope under one roof with a unified project team. Coordinating multiple trades simultaneously—carpentry, engineering, electrical, painting—our yard minimises downtime and delivers cohesive results. We also source and supply all materials, liaising with European chandleries to secure competitive pricing on quality-branded fittings and systems. Our refit clients benefit from a single point of accountability, transparent progress reports, and a completion guarantee tied to agreed milestones. Vessels have returned from our yard with renewed classification society certificates and outstanding sea-trial performance.
We understand that marine repairs can become financially stressful when costs escalate unexpectedly. Our estimating process begins with a thorough survey and written scope of works, followed by a detailed fixed-price or capped quotation. No hidden labour charges, no surprise material uplifts. Should unforeseen conditions be discovered mid-project, we notify you immediately with an updated estimate and await approval before proceeding. Our scheduling system ensures committed delivery windows are respected, minimising the impact on your sailing season. We also offer phased payment plans for larger refit contracts, spreading costs across project milestones rather than demanding large upfront deposits. Clients consistently highlight our honesty and schedule reliability in their feedback.
Our established relationships with chandleries, OEM distributors, and specialist suppliers across France, Italy, Spain, and beyond allow us to source authentic parts rapidly and at competitive rates. We have priority accounts with leading marine brands, enabling fast-track delivery of engine components, electronics modules, rigging hardware, and composite materials. Our procurement team vets every supplier for quality credentials, ensuring only genuine or approved-equivalent parts enter service on your vessel. We also collaborate with a trusted network of subcontractors—sailmakers, riggers, upholsterers, and electronics integrators—to extend our service capability without compromising on quality or warranty coverage. Whatever your vessel needs, we know exactly where to source it.
We operate with a strong environmental ethic, complying fully with French and EU marine environmental regulations governing antifouling waste, bilge water treatment, paint overspray containment, and spent oil disposal. Our facility uses water-recirculation systems during pressure washing, and we partner with certified waste contractors to ensure hazardous materials never enter the marine environment. We actively promote biocide-free and low-copper antifouling solutions where performance requirements allow, and advise clients on eco-compatible alternatives. Internally, we've reduced single-use plastic in our workshop packaging and encourage suppliers to deliver in recyclable or reusable containers. Responsible seamanship begins on the hard—our yard reflects those values in every project we undertake.
From routine annual maintenance to complex technical projects, our yard provides a complete range of professional services tailored to the specific demands of recreational and charter yachts in the Mediterranean.
Hull integrity is the foundation of safe sailing. Our structural repair team handles osmotic blister treatment, gel coat restoration, fibre-reinforced plastic laminate repair, keel bolt inspection, and through-hull fitting replacement. Every project begins with a moisture-meter survey and visual inspection, producing a graded assessment of hull condition with prioritised recommendations. For antifouling campaigns, we prepare surfaces by high-pressure washing, sanding, and applying barrier coats before applying your chosen antifouling system. We work with all leading antifouling brands and can advise on the optimal product for your cruising area, vessel speed, and environmental considerations. Lifting, blocking, and cradle storage are all managed in-house at our secure yard facility.
Our propulsion workshop covers inboard diesels, outboard motors, saildrive and shaft-drive systems, and electric propulsion units. Scheduled servicing includes oil and filter changes, impeller and belt replacement, injector testing, and heat exchanger inspection. For deeper mechanical issues, we diagnose using marine-specific electronic diagnostic tools and carry out cylinder head work, turbo rebuilds, and gearbox overhauls as required. We are authorised service agents for several leading propulsion brands, ensuring warranty-compliant maintenance and access to OEM parts. Propeller repair, reconditioning, and balancing is carried out at our on-site machine shop. Post-service sea trials verify performance metrics against manufacturer specifications before any vessel is returned to the client.
Electrical faults are among the leading causes of fires and vessel losses at sea. Our MECP-qualified electricians systematically inspect and remedy wiring deficiencies, corrosion damage, overloaded circuits, and failing connections. We design and install complete 12V, 24V, and 230V systems, including battery banks, solar arrays, wind generators, shore power inlets, and inverter-charger systems. Our electronics team installs, integrates, and commissions navigation instruments, VHF and SSB radio, AIS transponders, chart plotters, autopilot systems, and entertainment suites. All work is documented with updated wiring diagrams and system schematics supplied to the owner. We partner with Garmin, Raymarine, B&G, Simrad, and Victron as preferred system integrators.
Standing and running rigging inspection and replacement is critical for offshore safety. Our rigging specialists conduct dye-penetrant tested swage inspections, rod rigging assessments, and full rig-down surveys. We supply and fit stainless steel wire, Dyneema, and rod rigging from leading manufacturers, tailored to your mast configuration and sailing profile. Deck hardware servicing covers winch strip-down and grease, sheet clutches, travellers, furling systems, and deck hatches. We also handle mast stepping and unstepping operations using our mobile crane, along with boom and spinnaker pole maintenance. Carbon fibre spars are assessed and repaired by specialist composite technicians. Clients receive a written rigging inspection report with replacement interval recommendations.
A yacht's interior should be as carefully maintained as its hull and mechanical systems. Our interior team handles teak and hardwood repairs, cabinetry refurbishment, sole replacement, and varnishing to professional finishes. We refurbish saloon seating, berth cushions, cockpit upholstery, and bimini covers using high-grade marine fabrics selected for UV and moisture resistance. Plumbing systems—freshwater, grey water, and holding tanks—are inspected, tested, and repaired with approved sanitation fittings. We also manage refrigeration servicing and galley equipment repair in partnership with specialist appliance technicians. All interior work is completed with care to minimise disruption to adjacent systems, and spaces are left clean and professionally finished on project completion.
Our annual maintenance contract provides yacht owners with a structured, predictable approach to vessel care. At the start of each season, our team conducts a full survey across all vessel systems—hull, engine, electrical, safety equipment, rigging, and interior—producing a prioritised maintenance schedule and cost estimate. Work is carried out methodically throughout the laid-up period, with progress updates at each stage and photographic records provided. Contract clients benefit from discounted workshop labour rates, priority scheduling for emergency work, and inclusion in our seasonal preparation package (antifouling, engine service, safety gear checks, sea trial). Annual programme clients also receive a free mid-season inspection to address any developing issues before they become costly problems. Long-term vessel condition is our shared objective.
15 Quai de Rive Neuve
13007 Marseille, France
+33 4 91 00 00 00