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Composite and Gelcoat Repairs

Our workshop has built a strong reputation for delivering comprehensive repair services on all types of GRP and composite sailing yachts and motorboats. From structural hull work to the restoration of individual components, our skilled team applies proven techniques and advanced materials to return every vessel to peak condition.

GRP, Gelcoat and Composite Repairs and Service

With decades of proven experience working alongside leading marine surveyors and insurance companies, our workshop has built a strong reputation for high-quality repairs on all types of GRP and composite yachts. Our scope ranges from localized, color-matched gelcoat touch-ups and reinstating non-skid deck textures to extensive structural rebuilds following collision or grounding damage. Each repair is executed with precision, durability, and full compliance with class and insurance requirements.

Comprehensive Repair Methods: We combine advanced material technologies with traditional shipwright skills to deliver customized solutions. Depending on the structural demands, we work with polyester, vinyl ester, or epoxy resin systems, supported by biaxial cloths, unidirectional rovings, cored sandwich laminates, or vacuum-infused carbon reinforcements. Techniques such as vacuum bagging, peel ply finishing, and controlled resin infusion ensure optimal bonding and laminate consolidation, resulting in repairs that restore full mechanical strength.

Gelcoat Restoration: Gelcoat damage not only diminishes aesthetics but also reduces UV and water protection. Our specialists restore gelcoat by precise color-matching using spectrophotometric analysis and applying isophthalic or neopentyl glycol (NPG)-based marine gelcoats. Final finishing includes multi-stage compound buffing, polishing, and application of nano-ceramic or fluoropolymer coatings to deliver a long-lasting, high-gloss finish with maximum resistance against chalking and staining.

Osmosis and Epoxy Treatments: As a recognized center for osmosis and blister repairs, we apply advanced HotVac drying systems, controlled thermal cycles, and moisture monitoring to ensure complete removal of bound water before recoating. Structural integrity is rebuilt with epoxy barrier coats, solvent-free fillers, and Coppercoat or advanced antifouling systems. These treatments are designed to extend hull service life while maintaining hydrodynamic efficiency.

Tailored Solutions for Every Vessel: Each repair project is documented with a bespoke repair specification detailing laminate schedules, resin systems, and finishing techniques. Whether executing minor cosmetic touch-ups or full structural refurbishments, we ensure that materials and methods are matched to the yacht’s original build standards or improved beyond them. Post-repair, we conduct flexural and adhesion strength testing to validate the integrity of the work, ensuring both safety and longevity.

Advanced Composite Services

Beyond conventional GRP repair, our expertise extends into high-performance composite engineering for owners seeking upgrades or weight-optimized solutions:

  • Carbon & Kevlar Reinforcements: Strategic use of carbon fiber laminates, Kevlar sheathing, and hybrid cloths to increase stiffness, impact resistance, and structural safety margins.
  • Core Replacement: Removal and renewal of PVC foam, balsa, or honeycomb sandwich cores compromised by water ingress. Rebuilt with vacuum-infused laminates to restore or exceed original strength-to-weight ratios.
  • Structural Upgrades: Installation of stringers, bulkhead reinforcements, and stiffeners using resin infusion and vacuum consolidation, improving hull rigidity and reducing flex under load.
  • Performance Optimization: Application of finite element analysis (FEA) modeling to redesign and optimize structural sections for racing yachts or high-speed powerboats, ensuring competitive performance with minimal weight penalties.
  • Custom Fabrication: Manufacture of lightweight, high-strength composite components such as hatches, helm stations, rudders, and swim platforms, tailored to the yacht’s requirements.

By combining advanced composite technology with traditional craftsmanship, we provide solutions that not only repair but also enhance. Whether you require weight savings, structural reinforcement, or cutting-edge performance upgrades, our workshop delivers results that meet the highest standards of modern yacht engineering.

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