Marine trades in Brisbane & Moreton Bay

Manly (East Coast Marina) marine electricians (Clint Nealon and team) specialising in Victron energy systems, large lithium battery upgrades and AC systems on cruising cats and yachts - neat, professional installs.

Established Brisbane spar and rigging manufacturer (Joel, Chris and team; 5 stars) at Lytton - masts and spars, full re-rigs and repairs, and all aluminium and stainless fabrication for the sailing industry, known for professional, fairly-priced and speedy work.

Highly regarded Brisbane boat dealership (AMC, since 2005; 4.7 stars over 232 reviews) at Pacific Hwy, Slacks Creek - a large new-boat showroom carrying Bar Crusher, Northbank, Aquamaster, Makocraft, Haines Signature, Contender and Tidewater, powered by Suzuki and Mercury (and Seakeeper ride control). Praised for a no-pressure approach, flexible custom builds and excellent rigging and handovers.

Moreton Bay shipwrights based at the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron trade sheds, Royal Esplanade, Manly - timber and fibreglass repair, refits and maintenance for the bay fleet.

Brisbane North mobile marine mechanical and electrical service, a registered Yanmar, Volvo and Honda dealer. Diagnostics and repairs for Caterpillar, Cummins, MerCruiser sterndrives and all outboards, plus engine installs, rebuilds, repowers and marine electronics.

Major Brisbane boat dealership on a 2-acre site - authorised dealer for Quintrex, Yellowfin, Haines Hunter and Polycraft boats, all paired with Yamaha outboards (Australia's biggest-selling Yamaha outboard dealer), with hundreds of boats on display, a full service workshop, in-house marine trim shop and chandlery. A one-stop for first-time buyers to serious offshore enthusiasts.

One of Australia's best-known and most respected fibreglass boat builders (CruiseCraft, family-owned since 1946; first fibreglass model 1967) at Wacol, Brisbane - premium, beautifully finished offshore fishing and family boats across the Explorer and Outsider (centre console) ranges, engineered for a soft, dry ride and renowned for build quality and resale.

North Brisbane marine centre offering boat repairs and outboard motor servicing plus boat sales, with a customer base spanning the Moreton Bay region and northern Brisbane suburbs.

Moreton Bay marina (d'Albora; 4.5 stars) at Royal Esplanade, Manly - marina berths in a wide range of sizes plus dry storage, a well-laid-out and secure facility with parking and the Cafe La Mer on-site, quiet and sheltered with low swell.

Family-owned auto and marine mechanic at Caboolture since 2005, serving Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast and Brisbane. Inboard and outboard servicing and repairs, pre-purchase inspections, accessory fitting, rewiring and trailer repairs.

Manly boat builders (David and Frank) at Upper Esplanade - timber, plywood and structural repairs and refits with years of experience. NOTE: mostly positive but one detailed review disputes labour hours/charges on a small job - agree a clear written scope and rates up front.

Long-standing Brisbane (Redlands) yacht rigger and consultant - standing and running rigging replacement, masts, furling systems and rig work for cruising and racing yachts. NOTE: customer reviews are mixed, with several complaints about delays and workmanship - verify carefully before use.

Brisbane-based, internationally award-winning master marine trimmers (David/Dave Elliott; est. 1979; 5 stars) at Manly Boat Harbour, with a second workshop nearby. 35+ years across yacht spray dodgers, cockpit enclosures, biminis, clears and covers plus stainless and aluminium framing - fully guaranteed work from superyachts to tenders, servicing the Sunshine Coast to the Gold Coast.

Manly (Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron) marine electricians (Matt, Isaac and team; 4.9 stars over ~10 years) - honest, responsive yacht electrical work from full system transformations to urgent call-outs and sounder installs.

Rivergate (Murarrie) family-run shipwrights (Sam and team; 5 stars) - structural and surface repairs, fibreglass and build work, trusted by wrap installers for prep and by owners for careful, well-communicated jobs of any size.

One of Australia's leading fibreglass boat builders (Haines Signature, part of The Haines Group, est. 1959) at Wynnum, Brisbane - runabouts, cuddy cabins and cabin boats across the Signature, Traveler and Seafarer ranges for family cruising and fishing, typically sold as Yamaha-rigged boat/motor/trailer packages through a national dealer network.

Long-established Brisbane marine business (30+ years, family-owned) specialising in boat repairs, servicing and boat trailer repairs.

Brisbane loft of Hood Sailmakers (4.7 stars) on the Wynnum Esplanade - new racing and cruising sails, quality repairs and good practical advice for the Moreton Bay fleet.

Marine brokerage based at Kallangur, servicing Moreton Bay, Redcliffe and Brisbane's north.

Long-established Brisbane boat sales and brokerage (Matt, Josh Bell, Kerry and team; 4.6 stars over 100+ reviews) at Manly Rd, Tingalpa. New and used power boats, brokerage, trade-ins and direct purchase, with a strong reputation for handover, on-water orientation and coordinating interstate shipping.

Moreton Bay brokerage (John Muntz; 5 stars across 20 reviews) with offices at Wyvernleigh Close and the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron, Manly. 20+ years in the marine industry (originally an electrician specialising in marine power generation), giving unusual technical depth. Offers a total ownership service beyond the sale - vessel management, maintenance, registration, insurance - servicing Brisbane's bayside, the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast.

Brisbane brokerage (Rob) servicing the Manly Harbour area - home to around 3,000 boats across four marinas and yacht clubs - and also operating from Rivergate Marina, Murarrie. New and used yachts and powerboats, plus customs/import and insurance valuations, as an agent for Club Marine and Nautilus Marine Insurance. NOTE: very limited public review history - verify before use.

MerCruiser and Mercury approved service and repair dealer at East Coast Marina, Manly. Sales, service, repairs and repowering of inboard and outboard motors, plus genuine spare parts.

Scarborough shipwrights (Mark and team; 4.9 stars) at Thurecht Parade - antifoul and propspeed, through-hull fittings, keel and structural repairs, bow thruster installs and hull glass-blasting/waterproofing, at realistic prices with a strong repeat-client reputation.

Mobile marine mechanic covering the Sunshine Coast, Bribie Island and Brisbane's north to the Noosa River. Servicing, repairs and rebuilds on MerCruiser and all outboard brands plus inboard ski boats, with the latest EFI/DFI diagnostic equipment.

Useful Moreton Bay chandlery (4.2 stars over 80 reviews) at the Esplanade, Manly - anchoring and windlass specialists (Muir) plus deck hardware, safety gear and general boat supplies, with knowledgeable staff who chase down tricky parts and have opened late to keep a sinking boat afloat. A valued local chandler for the Manly Boat Harbour fleet.

Manly Harbour multihull and cruising-yacht brokerage (Brett Swann and Debbie; 4.8 stars; 20+ years in the industry). Specialists in multihulls and cruising yachts, offering insurance valuations, help with sale presentation and detailing, and guidance through offers, sea trials, survey and settlement. Reviewers consistently praise their knowledge, transparency and non-pushy approach.

Iconic Australian boatbuilder established 1909 (five generations of the Wright family; now at Rivergate, Murarrie on the Brisbane River). Custom design and construction from tenders to superyachts - including resin-infused composite and carbon-fibre builds, heritage timber restoration, and commercial workboats - with a storied history (RAN Fairmile launches, Barrier Reef resort vessels). Full in-house refit and lifetime repair with 75t and 300t travel-lifts, catering to vessels up to 120 feet.

Brisbane loft of North Sails (Mark, Vaughan, Josh, Hamish, Ben and team; 4.9 stars) at Tingal Rd, Wynnum. New racing and cruising sails including 3Di, a first choice for high-performance one-design classes (Moth, Etchells, VX One), plus repairs, on-board measurement (they'll travel to measure) and generous tuning advice.

Long-established Brisbane boat dealership (60 years; 4.4 stars over 198 reviews) at Sandgate Rd, Boondall - authorised dealer for Haines Signature fibreglass and Stacer aluminium boats plus Highfield tenders, rigged with Yamaha outboards, with a full service, rigging and repower workshop. A genuine one-stop shop (Jas, Chris) praised for step-by-step guidance and excellent handovers.

Mobile marine mechanics (Mick and team) servicing South East Queensland from Brisbane through the Moreton Bay region and north to Caloundra. Servicing and repairs on all makes and models without voiding manufacturer warranty.

Established Raby Bay Marina brokerage (Don, Bailey, Kacie and team; 4.5 stars) at Cleveland. Praised for honesty and transparency with both parties, patient guidance through complex purchases, thorough handovers with on-water instruction, and introductions to trusted trades.

Moreton Bay boat detailer (Peter) at the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron, Manly - cut and polish, gelcoat restoration and topside/interior detailing, with a wealth of experience. NOTE: mixed reviews (4.0) - praise for knowledge alongside a serious complaint about a quote blowout and durability on one large cut-and-polish job; get scope and price in writing.

Marine detailing and antifoul specialists (Nico, Michaela and team; 5 stars over 17 reviews) based at both d'Albora East Coast Marina, Manly and Gold Coast City Marina, Coomera - servicing Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Antifouling, Propspeed, interior/exterior detailing, polish, anode replacement and hull prep, coordinating boat lifts and haul-outs. Knowledgeable, honest and reliable across sail and power.

Brisbane (Brendale) marine electronics specialists (Richard; 4.6 stars) with standout technical knowledge - sounders, transducers and chartplotters, known for getting readable sounder images at speed, and supplying Australia-wide.

The shipyard at Rivergate Marina, Murarrie (Brandon, John, Brendan and team; 5 stars) - haul-out and slipway with in-house shipwright services including emergency seacock and structural repairs, antifoul and refits, praised for quick, accommodating service.

Leading Brisbane rigging and rope specialists (Chris, Ando, Aaron and team; 4.9 stars over 60+ reviews) at Ransome near Manly - full re-rigs, standing and running rigging, beautiful splicing and custom lines, and expert carbon rig servicing, from sailing skiffs to large cats and motor yachts.

Queensland's premier yacht club (RQYS; 4.4 stars over 700 reviews) at Royal Esplanade, Manly - a world-class marina and shipyard with 597 floating berths (10-33.5m, mono and multihull), hardstand and haul-out and visitor berthing, plus a leading sailing academy and acclaimed club dining. The heart of Moreton Bay keelboat racing and cruising.

The boatyard at the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron, Manly Boat Harbour - travel lift and hardstand haul-out with antifoul, maintenance and on-site trades, offering hardstand services to members and the public. A well-run Moreton Bay lift-out point (the club is also a major marina).

Well-regarded Moreton Bay marina (4.5 stars over 280 reviews) at Thurecht Parade, Scarborough - marina berths, dry stack storage, hardstand and liveaboard facilities, with outstanding staff repeatedly praised by cruisers and liveaboards, plus on-site seafood restaurants and the Harbour Brew House. A friendly, full-service northern-bay base.

Brokerage at Scarborough Marina on the Redcliffe Peninsula, handling sail and power listings across northern Moreton Bay.

Brisbane trimmer (Grant, trading as Seatrim Design / Hudson Auto & Marine; 4.9 stars) at Wondall Rd, Tingalpa - full boat interior re-upholstery, cushions and seating in marine vinyl and leather, plus auto and caravan trim, with impeccable craftsmanship and standout service.

Redlands shipwrights (Kym Gross, Les and team; 5 stars; 30+ years) at Redland City Marina, Thornlands. Award-winning traditional and modern boatbuilding and repair - fibreglass and structural repairs, antifoul and propspeed - working with the finest timbers on everything from modern boats to old classics. Perfectionists with a flawless-finish reputation, competitively priced and known for honesty.

Marine mechanics at Sandstone Point servicing the Bribie Island, Moreton Bay and southern Sunshine Coast area.

Redcliffe Peninsula shipwright and yacht services at Meredith St - timber and fibreglass repair, maintenance and refits for the northern Moreton Bay fleet.

Brisbane's superyacht and commercial haul-out facility (4.3 stars) at Barku Ct, Hemmant, less than 2km from the Port of Brisbane - heavy-lift straddle travelifts hauling vessels up to 600 tonnes, ship lift and 10T gantry cranes, refit sheds to roughly 90m length and 25m height, extensive hardstand, and 250+ marine professionals across its own team and on-site tenants. Certified for all vessel types - tugs, barges, ferries, government vessels, trawlers and superyachts.

Specialist marine insurance broker (25+ years) based on the Sunshine Coast, placing yacht, motorboat and small-craft cover across a panel of Australian and international underwriters. Strong on offshore and world-cruising policies (World ARC, Sail Indonesia rally cover) - a go-to broker when a standard direct policy won't fit the voyage.

Brisbane loft of Ullman Sails (Andrew; 5 stars) at Glenora St, Wynnum - new cruising and racing sails, repairs, boom bags and lazy-jack bags, with a strong reputation for listening to the customer, local measurement and fitting, and pride in workmanship.

Brisbane store of Whitworths Marine & Leisure (4.3 stars over 118 reviews) at Breakfast Creek Rd, Newstead - a large range of boat hardware, spare parts, rigging and sailing gear, safety gear, electronics, ropes and clothing at reasonable prices with a good quality-vs-price spread. NOTE: mixed reviews on returns/after-sales for safety gear; check return policy at purchase.

Inner-Brisbane store of Whitworths Marine & Leisure at Balaclava St, Woolloongabba - the national chandlery chain's southside branch stocking boat hardware, spare parts, safety gear, electrical and fittings, ropes, electronics and clothing.

Cleveland (Raby Bay) marine electronics specialist (Greg; 5 stars) delivering factory-neat installs of chartplotters, sounders, transducers and Minn Kota trolling motors, with great advice and after-sales support.

Brisbane brokerage (James Paul and team; 4.8 stars) based at the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron, Manly. Standout online marketing - their video and photographic production for listings is widely praised - backed by genuinely boat-literate brokers. Sail, power and multihulls, including Riviera and Leopard sales.

Friendly Moreton Bay yacht club marina (4.7 stars) at Royal Esplanade, Manly - marina berths and visitor berthing in Manly Boat Harbour with an active sailing club and a welcoming waterfront cafe, a relaxed alternative base alongside RQYS.

Yacht brokerage based at Scarborough Marina, servicing Moreton Bay and the Redcliffe Peninsula.