Marine trades in Melbourne & Port Phillip

Melbourne marine trimmers specialising in custom boat covers, biminis, stone skirts and full interior upholstery (cushions, carpets, wall panels, seats) in durable marine-grade materials - experienced across covers, storm covers and complete interior refreshes.

Melbourne marine trimmer (Ian; 4.9 stars) at Carrum Downs - covers, canopies and upholstery with standout attention to detail, including classic Couta-boat covers and repairs, trusted by repeat customers over many years.

Seaford marine workshop (Dan) providing thorough servicing, repairs and diagnostics.

Williamstown boat sales and brokerage (Scott, Sam, John, Dani and team; 4.8 stars) on Darbyshire St. New and used power boats with a strong national reach - regularly arranging interstate delivery to Tasmania, Perth and beyond - backed by an in-house service department.

Respected Australian plate-aluminium fishing boat builder (Bar Crusher, 20+ years) at a 22,000sqm facility in Dandenong South, Melbourne - centre cabin, hard-top and cuddy-cabin offshore fishing boats (roughly 5-8m) built around the Waveslicer hull, Quickflow water-ballast and Rigideck sub-floor systems for a stable, dry ride. Renowned tough, well-engineered bluewater 'fishing weapons' sold through a national dealer network.

Frankston marine dealer offering boat sales, servicing and repairs, plus custom canvas, covers and marine trimming.

Williamstown boat-cover makers (5 stars) on the historic Nelson Place waterfront - quality boat covers, rudder and sail bags, biminis and canvas for sailing and power craft at reasonable cost, a trusted Port Phillip name.

Melbourne fibreglass repair specialists (Nick, Tanya and team; 4.7 stars) at Derrimut, operating as a Haines Hunter aftercare centre - hull and structural fibreglass and gelcoat repair, insurance work and servicing with clear communication.

Melbourne fibreglass shipwright (Harry; 5 stars) at Braeside - structural rebuilds including transoms, floors and stringers, and full restorations, with a strong reputation for no-shortcuts work and owner education on structural repair.

Williamstown chandlery (4.1 stars) on the Nelson Place waterfront - a good range of deck hardware and fittings, wet-weather gear (Musto, Burke), safety gear, ropes and sail/power supplies with helpful in-store staff and competitive prices. NOTE: several reviews report slow online-order fulfilment and returns; the in-store experience is the stronger option.

Australia's largest recreational boat insurer (a Club Marine Limited / Allianz company). Specialist cover for boats, yachts, PWC and trailer boats with 24/7 marine assistance, deep marine-specific PDS cover, higher personal-effects limits and staff with real boating experience. The default choice for most Australian recreational boat owners.

Altona marine business (Corey and team) offering mechanical servicing, repowers and engine fit-ups, fibreglass work and used boat sales.

Melbourne boat-cover specialists (Scott, Purvi and team; 5 stars over 48 reviews) at Bayswater - custom covers, biminis and clears in quality waterproof fabrics, perfectly tailored and durable for highway trailering, with great service, fair prices and fast turnaround.

Williamstown boatbuilder and shipwright on the historic Nelson Place waterfront - traditional and modern boatbuilding, timber and fibreglass repair, restorations and refits for the Port Phillip fleet.

Melbourne marina (d'Albora; 4.3 stars over 130 reviews) at Lorimer St, Port Melbourne on the lower Yarra - marina berths, jetski and dry storage and hardstand, with the Pier 35 restaurant on-site. A convenient, secure city-fringe base for Port Phillip and bay cruising.

Melbourne marine surveying practice (Principal Surveyor Joshua Deacon; est. 2020; 5 stars) at Williamstown - trade-qualified shipwrights and AIMS-accredited surveyors providing independent pre-purchase, insurance-risk, valuation and damage surveys. Mobile across Docklands, Williamstown, Geelong and down the Mornington Peninsula (Brighton, Sandringham, Blairgowrie, Rosebud), travelling statewide, interstate and overseas as needed.

Melbourne loft of Doyle Sails (5 stars) at Network Dr, Port Melbourne - new racing, cruising and superyacht sails including Stratis membrane construction, plus repairs and servicing. Very helpful and responsive, known for handling minor repairs on the spot and giving genuine sail advice.

Williamstown marine workshop (Leigh, Jono and team) for outboard, boat and trailer servicing, noted for in-house Mercury Optimax injector cleaning and clear, honest communication.

Port Melbourne marine surveyors at Nott St - pre-purchase, insurance, valuation and condition surveys for power and sail across Port Phillip.

One-stop marine and RV electrical business (Glen) at Sandringham Yacht Club - electrical systems, thruster installs and general marine repairs and maintenance, well regarded by local boaties.

Long-established bayside Melbourne sail loft (John Hooper; 4.8 stars) at Tulip St, Cheltenham - a legend in the industry with 40+ years' experience. New racing, cruising, dinghy/one-design and catamaran sails plus repairs, with a reputation for the best workmanship and prices in the trade and outstanding follow-up service (customers cite national championship wins on his sails).

Werribee fibreglass specialist (John) for hull crack and gelcoat repairs, gunwale rubber and restoration, with fast turnaround and great communication.

Bayside Melbourne shipwright (JP; 5 stars) at Cheltenham - fibreglass hull repair, custom composite work and boatbuilding, praised as an honest, down-to-earth operator who does excellent work.

Australia's largest boat retailer (JV Marine World, family-owned since 1976; 4.2 stars over 317 reviews) - a 10-acre flagship at Springvale Rd, Braeside (the Southern Hemisphere's largest powerboat outlet) plus a second Laverton North showroom. Authorised dealer for Quintrex, Yellowfin, Revival and Jeanneau (Merry Fisher/Cap Camarat), with Mercury outboards and Kawasaki jetskis, custom fit-out and full service. 30+ dealer-of-the-year awards.

Williamstown marine mechanic (John), a Honda outboard specialist trusted for honest, well-priced work done on time.

Chelsea Heights marine techs (John and team) covering both mechanical and electronics work, with on-water testing and a strong reputation for honesty.

Melbourne commercial marine surveying practice (Mick Urberti, James and team; 5 stars) at South Melbourne - AMSA-accredited Domestic Commercial Vessel surveys, safety management systems, compliance and certification, trusted by fishing and commercial operators to keep fleets safe and AMSA-compliant. Primarily commercial rather than recreational pre-purchase work.

Docklands brokerage (Lee and team; 5 stars across 46 reviews) on Victoria Harbour Promenade. Exceptional reviews for transparent, seller-focused campaigns and for handling everything on behalf of interstate buyers - lift-outs, surveys, sea trials, insurance and settlement. Handles everything from first boats to Sunseekers.

Port Melbourne boat works (Dave and team) covering all aspects of boating - servicing, repairs and maintenance, no job too big or small.

Melbourne boat dealership and service centre (4.4 stars) at S Gippsland Hwy, Dandenong South - new and used trailerboat sales, a Mercury outboard and repower specialist with a full service department and an upstairs tackle store (Andrew). A handy one-stop, praised for honest, quick, on-time-and-on-quote work.

Marine electronics specialist (Steve; 5 stars) at Frankston - thorough, honest diagnostics and repairs of chartplotters, sonar and depth sounders, happy to revive older units rather than replace them.

Port Melbourne (Pier 35) shipwright (AJ) specialising in fibreglass and carbon-fibre fabrication, hull rework and repairs, and 2-pac painting, working alongside electricians and riggers.

Long-established WA marine trimmer (40+ years; well reviewed) with workshops at Bayswater (Perth) and Australind - custom boat biminis and covers in PVC and canvas, boat seats, cushions and interior fabric, and marine carpet, all locally manufactured with a strong reputation for durability and service.

Large, highly regarded Braeside marine workshop (Jamie and team) servicing all makes, from routine servicing to gearbox rebuilds and specialty amphibious Sealegs craft.

Melbourne Docklands marina at Docklands Dr - sheltered inner-harbour marina berths in the NewQuay precinct surrounded by restaurants, bars and stylish shops, a lively CBD-edge berthing option on Victoria Harbour.

Melbourne loft of North Sails (5 stars) at Reserve Rd, Cheltenham - new racing and cruising sails including 3Di and membrane construction, plus repairs, servicing and recuts for the Port Phillip fleet, backed by the world's largest sailmaking network.

Sandringham marine electronics business supplying and installing Raymarine sounders and navigation systems.

Williamstown marine detailer and repairer (Wade, Roger and team; 5 stars) on the Nelson Place waterfront - boat detailing, heavy marine-growth hull cleaning, gelcoat and fibreglass repair and deck restoration. Praised for clear communication, problem-solving and bringing neglected, growth-damaged hulls back to near-new.

Cheltenham marine mechanic (Pete) known for deep engine knowledge, honest work and strong aftercare.

Patterson Lakes marine workshop offering servicing and repairs with attention to detail, plus parts and fuel-system diagnostics.

Williamstown marine workshop (Jack and Colin) with strong knowledge and experience, treating each boat as their own.

Docklands yacht dealer and brokerage (CEO Jim Sismanes; incorporated 2009, taking over the established Webster Marine Melbourne, trading since 2001; 5 stars). Agents for Catalina, Horizon and Azuree. Notably the only Victorian broker specialising in the lease and sale of marina berths across multiple locations, backed by an affiliate network across every Australian state plus Europe, Asia, the South Pacific and NZ.

Melbourne marine trimmer (Tom; 5 stars) at Rowville - boat clears, curtains, storm covers and biminis to an exacting standard, praised by owners with 35 years' boating experience as the best canopy work they've had, servicing Melbourne and Gippsland.

Three-generation family dealership and brokerage established 1958 as Jacksons Marine (Dealer Principal Stuart Jackson, 40+ years). Based at Sandringham Yacht Club - Victoria's largest marina - with a dedicated on-water sales dock. Exclusive Riviera dealers across Victoria and Tasmania (39-78ft) since 1984 and part of the R Marine network, backed by a full service division with shipwright, yard and travelift facilities. NOTE: one negative review regarding a missed appraisal appointment.

Marine mechanic (Rob) at Deer Park covering outboard, inboard and diesel engines, known for thorough, honest and well-priced work.

Sandringham Yacht Club-based shipwright (Phil) offering fibreglass and gelcoat repair and general maintenance, praised for communication and specialist knowledge.

Running-rigging and splicing specialist (Dean; 5 stars) at Sandringham Yacht Club - custom ropes, halyards, sheets and control lines with first-class splicing, a go-to for Port Phillip sailors needing running rigging.

Large bayside yacht club (4.4 stars over 1,070 reviews) on the Brighton Esplanade - marina berths, a hardstand and boat yard and visitor berthing, plus a sailing academy, gym and waterfront dining. A well-appointed Port Phillip berthing base with sunset bay views.

250-berth marina managed by the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron (est. 2014; 4.9 stars) off St Kilda Pier - marina pens plus short-term, casual and visitor berthing and separate mooring grounds, with an active yacht club, sailing and racing program and outstanding Melbourne skyline and bay views. The closest marina to the CBD.

Well-regarded Williamstown motor yacht club (4.8 stars) on Nelson Place - marina berths and easy visitor mooring in a sheltered location, with warm, welcoming service and a waterfront restaurant looking across to the Melbourne skyline.

Historic Williamstown yacht club (est. 1853; 4.5 stars over 210 reviews) on Nelson Place - marina berths, hardstand and haul-out, and visitor/reciprocal berthing, with an active keelboat racing and sailing program and a popular waterfront club with skyline views. One of Victoria's premier clubs.

Marine servicing and repairs at Jetty Road, Sandringham.

One of Australia's largest and most awarded yacht clubs (4.6 stars over 1,000 reviews) at Jetty Rd, Sandringham - a modern 356-berth floating marina with dry stack storage, a boatyard and travel-lift and visitor berthing, plus a leading sailing academy and acclaimed club dining overlooking Port Phillip. A premier bayside boating facility.

Well-run Williamstown haul-out facility (Ryan, Danny and team; 4.8 stars) on Nelson Place - a 40-tonne travel lift (max 5.25m beam) taking most power and sail boats, with pressure-clean on the slings, a comprehensive antifoul and soda-blasting service and hardstand, managed through a single point of contact. Travel-lift service open to all boaters, not just wharf berth-holders. Quality work (not the cheapest).

Outboard specialist (Scott, 40+ years) servicing bayside Melbourne, with a detailed breakdown of work and things to monitor after each service.

Mobile marine mechanic (Mike) based at Seaford, trusted for years for thorough, affordable outboard servicing and repairs across southern Adelaide.

SE Melbourne marine specialists (Simon and team) at Braeside, known for deep Volvo sterndrive knowledge, quality servicing and parts supply.

Marine electrical services business based at Skye in Melbourne's southeast, covering boat electrical installs, wiring and repairs.

Melbourne's premier bayside marina (4.4 stars over 160 reviews) at Marine Parade, St Kilda, 8km from the CBD - marina berths plus undercover dry storage, rack, trailer and jetski storage and a boat ramp, with instant Port Phillip Bay access and an on-site restaurant. A landmark St Kilda facility.

Outstanding outer-east Melbourne boat dealership (4.9 stars over 94 reviews) at Mountain Hwy, Bayswater - authorised dealer for Quintrex, Stacer, Yellowfin and Haines Signature, with custom builds, a strong service and marine-electrical department and genuine after-sales care (Dezz, Tyrone, Nick). Repeatedly praised for turning a customer's vision into reality without pressure.

Bayside Melbourne chandlery and service centre (Doug, Andy and team; 4.5 stars) at Jetty Rd, Sandringham (near Sandringham Yacht Club) - ropes, lines, fairleads, deck hardware, batteries, electrical and sailing gear, with patient, knowledgeable advice (great with newcomers to sailing) and an on-site service centre.

Sandringham Yacht Club brokerage and dealership (John Anderson and team; 4.7 stars). Beneteau sail and power plus brokerage - repeatedly praised for outstanding before- and after-sales service, immaculate vessel presentation at handover, and making interstate purchases painless.

Sandringham slipway and hull-repair yard (Shane and Teresa) handling slipping, antifoul, re-glassing, repaints and detailing on timber and fibreglass vessels.

Specialist dinghy and small-craft chandlery (5 stars) at Macaulay St, Williamstown - sailing dinghy parts and fittings, rigging, spars and ropes with the right bits and bobs and very helpful staff. A go-to for dinghy sailors and those getting started in small yachts.

Docklands wooden-boat workshop (Nick; 20+ years' experience; 5 stars) at North Wharf Rd - traditional wooden boat building and restoration, plus boatbuilding courses, kits and materials, and expert guidance for owner-builders.

Australia's leading family fibreglass boat builder (Whittley Marine Group, family-owned since 1954) at Carrum Downs, Melbourne - trailerable cuddy cabins, bowriders and cabin cruisers designed for family cruising and fishing, offering affordable, well-equipped recreational vessels with a strong dealer network and resale reputation.

Melbourne CBD store of Whitworths Marine & Leisure (4.1 stars over 175 reviews) at Elizabeth St - a well-stocked chandlery with boat hardware, spare parts, rigging and wire, safety gear, electronics, ropes and clothing. Friendly, knowledgeable staff who'll help on the spot (crimping stainless wire, winch repair advice) and offer click-and-collect.

Mobile Melbourne yacht rigger (Janet Wilks and Andy; 5 stars) working out of the Royal Yacht Club of Victoria at Williamstown and across Port Phillip Bay - rig inspections, standing rigging replacement and tuning, furler installs, swaging, splicing and bespoke halyards. Official riggers of the ORCV Melbourne-Osaka Cup, with a mobile workstation van for on-site work.