Marine trades in Gold Coast

Gold Coast boat builders (Ryan, Mark and team; 4.6 stars over 16 reviews) at The Boat Works, Coomera. Timber and wooden-boat specialists - restoration, refurbishment, stern-tube and structural repairs and teak transoms - punctual, honest and great in an emergency, with reasonable rates.

Marine electricians (Harold and technicians) at The Boat Works, Coomera, praised for upfront honest assessments and reliable, well-versed work.

Gold Coast City Marina shipwright (Andy) at Waterway Dr, Coomera - hull and transom painting, non-skid deck coatings and fibreglass work, experienced on large ocean-going vessels. NOTE: mixed reviews (4.0) - one strong long-term endorsement alongside a detailed complaint about paint blistering and a follow-up dispute; get a clear written scope and verify.

Gold Coast marine trimmer (Simon; 4.7 stars) at Kohl St, Upper Coomera - biminis, full cover sets and clears with outstanding fitment and prompt completion, a friendly and helpful operator.

Luxury yacht and superyacht sales office at The Boat Works superyacht yard, Beattie Rd, Coomera - Ocean Alexander dealer handling new and pre-owned motor yachts and superyacht brokerage (also trading as Great Southern Marine).

Family-owned Gold Coast brokerage (Garth, Andrew Fielding and Scott; 4.8 stars) at the Gold Coast City Marina, Coomera. Two decades of repeat clients who cite ethics, honesty and attention to detail - strong on coordinating shipwrights and trades to get sales across the line, with priceless after-sales response.

Gold Coast marine surveyor (Andrew Laughlin; 4.9 stars over 125+ reviews) at Surfers Paradise - thorough, independent pre-purchase and insurance surveys across power, sail and multihull, with meticulous, in-depth reports and honest, transparent advice (buyers are welcomed to attend the inspection). NOTE: one recent review reported a missed battery-switch fault; otherwise overwhelmingly positive.

The leading chandlery servicing the Gold Coast and Brisbane (since 2006; 4.4 stars) at C17 Gold Coast City Marina, Coomera - a full range of electrical, plumbing, safety, anchoring, rigging, pumps, fittings, mechanical parts, paints, books and clothing, sourced worldwide (Jabsco, Polyform, Shurhold and more) with expert advice and fast postage nationwide.

The Boat Works (Northern Superyacht Yard) trimmers (Steve and team; 5 stars over 14 reviews) at Beattie Rd, Coomera - clears, screens, canvas covers and full interior/exterior fabric work for catamarans, motor yachts and superyachts, clever and creative with tight timelines and quality finishes.

Gold Coast in-water hull cleaning (Calvin; 4.5 stars) at Hope Island - reliable recurring diver hull cleaning with photos and attention to detail, well regarded by sail and power owners around the Broadwater and Coomera for showing up, keeping appointments and fair pricing.

Certified Mercury and MerCruiser service and repower centre at The Boat Works, Coomera. Sterndrive, inboard and outboard servicing and rebuilds, with lift and antifoul arranged on site (boats to 40ft).

Gold Coast office of BoatBuy (Aaron, Brendan and team; 5 stars over 80+ reviews) at Albert Ave, Broadbeach - Australia's leading pre-purchase inspection specialists, a team of dual-certified marine surveyors and engineers combining structural, mechanical and electrical assessment, sea trials and diagnostics into one report. Members of BIA and AIMS, regularly surveying for interstate buyers.

Popular Gold Coast self-drive boat hire (4.7 stars over 260 reviews) at Marine Parade, Southport - roomy BBQ pontoon boats with toilet and huge eskies (no licence required), plus navigation charts and clear sandbar guidance for the Broadwater. Friendly, patient owners and clean, well-kept boats - great for first-timers.

Gold Coast City Marina trimmers (Di, Chris, Mike and team; 4.3 stars over 20 reviews) at Waterway Dr, Coomera - saloon and cabin upholstery, clears, covers and catamaran interiors. NOTE: mostly positive but one review reported a long delay and a disposed-of original item; confirm timelines and retention of old materials up front.

Family-run outboard specialists (20+ years) at Coomera near the Gold Coast Marina, respected for outboard servicing, repairs, rebuilds and performance work.

Coomera River marina (4.1 stars) at Harbour Village Parade - marina berths and jet-ski berths in a residential marina village with a waterfront cafe/restaurant and boardwalks, providing sheltered berthing with easy river access to the Broadwater.

Family-owned marine trimmer (since 2007; 80+ years' combined experience) at Horizon Shores Marina, Woongoolba - biminis, tee tops, boat covers, marine seating and awnings, with return transport to and from the Gold Coast for boaties.

Major Gold Coast marina and shipyard (d'Albora; 4.5 stars over 240 reviews) at Waterway Dr, Coomera - marina berths, dry stack storage and a full shipyard with travel lifts and cranes, home to 90+ marine businesses. A premier refit and berthing hub with top-class facilities and professional crane/dockmaster teams.

Experienced marine electronics and electrical team (Amanda and crew) with a showroom in the marine precinct at The Boat Works, Coomera - deep product knowledge and strong customer service.

Gold Coast electric-boat hire and cruise operator (4.8 stars over 128 reviews) at Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise - self-drive silent, no-wake Duffy electric boats (no licence needed) and skippered canal tours, BYO food and drinks, for relaxed cruising past the Broadwater and canal mansions. Friendly, personal service.

Coomera marine electronics specialists (Tony C and team) with strong expertise across Furuno and the major brands - supply, installation and thorough diagnostics.

Gold Coast City Marina office of Flagship International (luxury broker Audrey Greenwood; 30 years in yacht sales; 4.7 stars). Australasian selling agents for Nordhavn, Schaefer Yachts, Toy Marine and Silver Yachts, plus brokerage of local and international pre-owned vessels and yacht management. Highly regarded by professional captains and fleet owners for fair appraisals and persistent campaigning.

Rigging and shipwright team (John and crew; 5 stars) based at The Boat Works, Coomera - standing and running rigging, mast and spar work and repairs, praised by professional skippers for pride in their workmanship.

Gold Coast sail loft at Labrador (Graham, Rebecca, Joel and team; 5 stars over 20 reviews), formerly Evolution Sails QLD - fast racing and cruising sails rated among Australia's best, plus quick repairs, boom bags, covers and custom canvas, with helpful on-site removal and fitting.

Self-drive electric picnic-boat hire (4.9 stars over 351 reviews) at Via Roma, Surfers Paradise - eco-friendly boats seating up to 8 around a picnic table (no licence required), for relaxed 1.5-2 hour cruises through the Gold Coast canals and Nerang River. Clean boats, friendly briefings and easy booking; dog-friendly.

Popular Gold Coast boat dealership (4.5 stars over 140 reviews) at Kortum Dr, Burleigh Heads - authorised dealer for Formosa and Extreme Boats (NZ) plate-alloy offshore fishing boats, with expert custom electronics fit-outs and outboard rigging. Praised for knowledgeable, no-pressure sales and first-class fit-out. NOTE: mostly strong, but one detailed $200k+ handover complaint - confirm handover inclusions and inspect on pickup.

Major Gold Coast haul-out and shipyard (d'Albora/GCCM; 4.5 stars over 240 reviews) at Waterway Dr, Coomera - travel lifts and cranes, dry stack and hardstand, home to 90+ marine businesses covering the full spectrum of refit and repair, with on-site antifoul (Harbourforce), fuel and careful, professional crane/dockmaster teams. One of Australia's leading refit and berthing hubs alongside neighbouring The Boat Works.

Mobile marine mechanics on the Gold Coast (20+ years) working on petrol and diesel inboards and outboards of all major brands - engine and drive repairs, insurance work, installations and repowers, with after-hours service available.

The Boat Works marine services team (Jeremy and crew; 5 stars) at Coomera - meticulous hull work: sodablasting back to gelcoat, epoxy barrier coats, fairing and antifoul, plus topside polish and Propspeed, praised for neat lines, no overspray and hitting tight haul-out windows.

Mobile marine electrical service based at Hollywell on the Gold Coast Broadwater.

Safe, calm Gold Coast marina (4.5 stars over 100 reviews) at John Lund Dr, Hope Island - deep-water marina berths for motor yachts and catamarans in a secure gated marina village with an on-site tavern, restaurants, cafes and a large Coles supermarket. Friendly resident community, well protected.

Australian dealership for Horizon Yachts, based at The Promenade, Sanctuary Cove - new-build luxury motor yachts and pre-owned brokerage.

International brokerage and catamaran specialists based at The Boat Works, Coomera - sail, power and multihull sales with an international buyer network.

Gold Coast rigger (Jasen and Maddy) at Gold Coast City Marina, Coomera - standing and running rigging, detailed rig appraisals and inspections (including pre-offshore), and custom solutions such as tabernacle systems.

Gold Coast marine surveyors (Nick, Olga and team; 5 stars over 100+ reviews) at Hope Island - AMSA-accredited commercial vessel survey and compliance specialists, and the go-to for builders-plate and engine HP re-rating/re-plating, plus pre-purchase and condition surveys. Fast, responsive and clear on complex compliance work.

Gold Coast City Marina shipwrights (Craig and team; 5 stars over 8 reviews) at Waterway Dr, Coomera. Fast, spotless, well-priced work across timber and fibreglass - roof rebuilds, glassing and painting, keel and structural repairs, antifoul and thruster installs - trusted for ongoing fleet maintenance by boat-management operators.

Qualified marine mechanics at The Boat Works, Coomera, servicing Yanmar, Volvo Penta, MerCruiser, Cummins, Caterpillar and more, plus gearboxes and generators. Supply and fit Gori propellers and offer pre-purchase inspections with oil analysis and compression testing.

Marine and RV electronics installer (Peter) at Pacific Point Marina, Woongoolba - competitive, prompt electronics and autopilot installations.

Australia's largest boating-supplies and chandlery store (Luke and team; 4.9 stars over 155 reviews; 2,000m2 showroom) at The Boat Works, Coomera - fibreglass, resins and composites, marine paints and antifoul (an authorised AkzoNobel/Awlgrip distributor with in-store paint tinting), adhesives, anchor chain, Muir winches, hardware and fittings at trade prices, open to the public. NOTE: a couple of reviews felt general-public service lagged behind trade-account service; otherwise outstanding.

Australian luxury motor-yacht builder (est. 2003 by Bill Barry-Cotter) at Coomera, Gold Coast - hand-built long-range M-Series flybridge, S-Series sedan and X-Series sport motor yachts designed for offshore bluewater voyaging, fishing and diving, with race-proven efficient hulls (Maritimo Offshore race team). Multiple Best Australian Manufacturer awards; exported worldwide.

Family-run Gold Coast marine electrician (Matt; 5 stars) known for meticulous cabling and custom fit-outs - rewires, Minn Kota lithium trolling systems, underwater and LED lighting, and factory-fault diagnosis.

Mercury and MerCruiser sales and service centre at Gold Coast City Marina, Coomera (Australia's 2016 MerCruiser Dealer of the Year). New sales, repowers and servicing by Mercury Certified technicians.

Fully mobile marine mechanic based at Coomera, servicing the Gold Coast, Brisbane and Northern Rivers. Diesel and petrol engines, outboards, sterndrives and repowers, plus marine electrical, pre-purchase inspections and breakdown support on site.

Coomera marine electrical specialists (Jim, Ron and team; well reviewed) known for well-designed battery, lithium and solar systems on catamarans and cruising yachts, with genuinely helpful advice.

Highly regarded marine electricians (Mark and team) at The Boat Works, Coomera - full rewires, CZone digital switching, voltage conversions and complete refit and commissioning work across all systems, praised even by industry peers.

The Boat Works trimmers (4.5 stars) at Beattie Rd, Coomera - a talented marine trimming team and trusted on-site partner at The Boat Works, covering covers, clears and interior/exterior fabric work including superyachts, with friendly, professional service.

International luxury yacht brokerage based on Sea World Drive, Main Beach, Gold Coast - new and pre-owned motor yachts and superyachts for local and international buyers.

Master shipwrights and marine engineers (Steve, Mark Pugh, Tony, Zena and team; 5 stars over 22 reviews) at The Boat Works, Beattie Rd, Coomera. A first-class, full-service operation - sailing-yacht repair expertise, antifoul and propspeed, in-house engineering (custom bearings, keyways, machining) and refit project management, praised for going the extra mile.

Australia's best-selling boat brand and leading aluminium boat manufacturer (Quintrex, part of Telwater) at Coomera, Gold Coast - tinnies, runabouts, bowriders, cuddy cabins and plate boats built at a state-of-the-art facility producing 10,000+ boats a year and exporting to 25+ countries. Famous for its flared-bow/Blade hull and huge national dealer network. (Telwater also builds Stacer, Yellowfin and Savage.)

Gold Coast marine brokerage (Rick, Brock, Drew and team) on Seaworld Drive, Main Beach - the marine arm of the Ray White network, which sellers cite as a genuine marketing advantage. Also arranges vessel care and presentation for inspections. NOTE: mixed reviews (4.0) including one about enquiry response times.

Australia's premier luxury motor-yacht builder and one of the world's finest (est. 1980 by Bill Barry-Cotter; now owned by Rodney Longhurst; ~950 employees) at Coomera, Gold Coast - hand-built fibreglass motor yachts from 39 to 78ft across six model collections (Sport Yacht, SUV, Sports Motor Yacht, Belize and more). The largest luxury sportfish/motor-yacht builder in the Southern Hemisphere, exporting worldwide since 1983, with a global dealer network and regular factory tours.

Gold Coast branch of Roni Rigging and Racing at Gold Coast City Marina, Coomera - complete re-rigs, swaging and rod rigging, mast work, furling systems and race-focused rig tuning, backed by the Sydney operation's decades of experience.

Gold Coast Broadwater marina (4.4 stars over 100 reviews) at Bayview St, Hollywell - marina berths, dry stack storage and a boat ramp, close to the Gold Coast Seaway, with on-site restaurants. A convenient berthing and dry-storage base for the northern Broadwater.

Gold Coast spar and rigging specialists (Adam, Aidan and team; 5 stars) at Labrador - mast and spar manufacture and repair, standing and running rigging, rig surveys and fast, minimal-downtime turnarounds for cruising and commercial vessels.

Sail loft at Gold Coast City Marina, Coomera - new sails including catamaran headsails and repairs. NOTE: mixed reviews (2.3 stars) - one happy customer alongside two dissatisfied; verify before use.

The marina at Sanctuary Cove (4.4 stars) at Masthead Way, Hope Island - marina and superyacht berths with deep-water access in an exclusive gated resort village with golf, a hotel, marine supplies, shops and dining. Host of the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show and one of the Gold Coast's most prestigious berthing addresses.

Gold Coast boat detailing and vessel management (Alexis and team; 4.8 stars over 26 reviews) at The Boat Works, Coomera - cut/polish and DULON coating that owners rate as making boats look better than new, plus coordination of antifoul, motor service, covers and stainless work. Highly organised and knowledgeable, a genuine one-stop for interstate arrivals.

Gold Coast marine surveyors and vessel managers based at The Boat Works, Coomera - pre-purchase, condition, insurance and valuation surveys plus ongoing vessel management and new-build/refit oversight for power and sail.

One of the Gold Coast's largest marine mechanical teams, at The Boat Works, Coomera. Mercury dealer of 27 years plus authorised for Volvo, Caterpillar, Cummins MerCruiser, Onan and Kohler generators; services all makes of engine, sterndrive and generator via workshop or mobile vans.

Experienced outboard specialists on the Gold Coast servicing and repairing any four-stroke outboard, with pre-purchase inspections, upgrades, new outboards and Garmin installs, mobile or at the Burleigh Heads workshop.

Mobile outboard mechanics and pre-purchase boat inspectors servicing the Gold Coast 7 days, run by Tom Unger (factory trained in Mercury, Honda and Tohatsu, with expertise across Yamaha, Suzuki and E-TEC). Based at Hope Harbour Marina, Hope Island, with a workshop plus mobile service and a water test on every job.

Outstanding-service chandlery (Ray, John and Kristel; 4.9 stars over 36 reviews) at Waterway Dr, Coomera - marine parts including watermaker and plumbing components, portlights, hatches, exhaust and hose and specialist cruising gear, repeatedly praised as the best marine-retail experience customers have had (even shipping parts internationally and helping on public holidays).

Major Gold Coast yacht club (4.3 stars over 1,500 reviews) at MacArthur Parade, Main Beach - an award-winning 300-berth floating marina (superyachts, catamarans, yachts, powerboats) with slipway, chandlery, boat sales and engineering on-site, plus visitor berthing and a sailing academy. Operates four sites (Main Beach, Hollywell, Oxenford, Dux Anchorage); a central, full-service Broadwater berthing hub.

Brokerage based at Marina One, Hope Harbour (John Lund Drive) on the northern Gold Coast - sail and power listings across the Broadwater and Coomera River.

Leading Australian aluminium boat brand (Stacer, part of Telwater) built at Coomera, Gold Coast - tinnies, runabouts, bowriders and cuddy cabins with EVO Advance and Revolution hulls, offering strong value for family and fishing use with a soft ride and a large national dealer network. (Sister brand to Quintrex, Yellowfin and Savage under Telwater.)

Well-regarded Gold Coast boat dealership (4.4 stars over 76 reviews) at Brisbane Rd, Labrador - the only Quintrex dealer on the Gold Coast, also selling Evolution boats, specialising in Suzuki-powered packages with custom fit-outs, finance and a full service centre (Simon). Praised for professional, honest, no-pressure sales and quality fit-outs.

Main Beach marine electricians (Daniel, Ben and Maree) handling electrical and electronics work, inverters and repairs, with emergency call-out capability.

Mobile boat and auto workshop on the Gold Coast (20+ years), specialising in ski and wake boats. PCM and Indmar trained technicians, authorised Supra and Moomba dealer, and a national Indmar parts supplier.

The Boat Works detailing and vessel-management crew (Ty Arnold and team; 4.8 stars) at Coomera - detailing, wash-downs and cut/polish leaving an exceptional shine, plus full concierge boat management (checking lines, running the boat, coordinating work). No boat too big or small; recommended by on-site shipwrights.

The largest shipyard in the Southern Hemisphere (55 acres on the Coomera River) and rated among Australia's best - six haul-out machines from a 45T sealift up to the Gold Coast's largest 300-tonne travel lift, hauling everything from jet skis and 6m boats to 60m superyachts, around 60-150 boat movements a week. 70+ individual refit sheds (20m air draft), covered and open hardstand, a dedicated superyacht North Yard, and 80+ on-site marine trades. DIY-friendly hardstand or fully managed service, with courtesy cars, cafes and ensuites. The east coast's premier refit destination.

Multi-award-winning Gold Coast boatyard (4.7 stars over 148 reviews) at Boatworks Dr, Coomera - widely rated Australia's number-one boatyard. Hardstand and dry storage with large travel lifts for superyachts and catamarans, liveaboard and laundry facilities, 24hr security, 60+ on-site trades, courtesy cars and three cafes, all on a spotless concrete yard. A haul-out and refit hub for the whole east coast.

Gold Coast sales centre of The Yacht Sales Co. at The Boat Works, Coomera (4.7 stars). Founded by Mark Elkington (who also established Multihull Solutions in 2008), the company is the industry leader in premium new and pre-owned yacht sales with 14-15 locations across Australia, NZ, Asia, the Pacific, Panama and the Mediterranean. Exclusive Australian dealer for Dufour Yachts and representing Fountaine Pajot, ILIAD Catamarans and Veya Yachts, alongside a large pre-owned brokerage division.

Luxury yacht brokerage on Seaworld Drive, Main Beach (Gold Coast) - new and pre-owned motor yachts and superyachts, plus charter.

Gold Coast and Brisbane marine upholstery specialists (15+ years) - boat seats, cushions, covers, biminis and clears. Has contracted for prestige boat builders including Riviera, Maritimo and Mustang, a strong signal of quality, sourcing only quality marine materials.

Australian builder of custom, classically-styled luxury motor yachts (Whitehaven, part of the Maritimo group) on the Gold Coast - fully tailored Coupe, Sedan and Harbour Classic cruisers with bespoke layouts and interiors, blending timeless elegance with modern build quality for owners wanting a semi-custom vessel.

Gold Coast City Marina boat builders (Mark Wise and team; 5 stars) at Waterway Dr, Coomera. Quality timber joinery, fit-outs, varnishing and structural fabrication (flybridge and roof frames) for high-end private and commercial vessels - professional, detail-focused and reliably on time.

Hope Island marine/shipwright service at John Lund Dr - seacock and through-hull replacement, hull repairs and refits, with reviewers rating the workmanship quality highly. NOTE: reviews (3.0) include two serious complaints about verbal quotes being greatly exceeded on invoicing - insist on a written quote before proceeding.

Gold Coast brokerage with two offices at The Boat Works, Coomera (Sam, Toby, James and team; 5 stars). Luxury yacht sales and brokerage plus new builds, charter and crewing - strong on overseas transactions, with a reputation for seamless, low-hassle sales and looking after buyers at every budget.

Gold Coast shipwrights at Shipper Dr, Coomera, partnered onsite at The Boat Works. Shipwright work and precision spray finishes across timber and fibreglass, delivering consistent quality results.

Australian offshore plate-aluminium fishing boat brand (Yellowfin, part of Telwater; models originating 1980) built at Coomera, Gold Coast - tough, heavy-duty centre consoles, cabin and hard-top offshore fishing boats designed for serious bluewater fishing, with a strong reputation for strength and a national dealer network. (Sister brand to Quintrex, Stacer and Savage.)