Atao (2019)

THE RESULTS
GCCM were the most hospitable shipyard PANGAEA has visited (ever). The staff and local contractors bent over backwards to assist in any
way needed. There was always a solution and everyone jumped at making it happen. The extra’s like complimentary crew car, buggy, and tender storage were great and very much appreciated. The use of the marina ablutions, that were impeccable, was also very helpful.
The front office staff were always available for recommendations and JB on the ground was a pleasure to work with. Special mention should
go to Sweep Marine, Seaspec Marine Services & Precision Diesel Works. Outstanding service from them. The experience was made more enjoyable by the fact that everyone was so professional and always maintained a smile and upbeat attitude even when things weren’t going their way. This is uplifting for all and really made the long hour much easier to bear.

GCCM has been the most refreshing shipyard experience I have had in many years of yachting. It makes me think, why haven’t we always done things in this manner before? What a great example this facility is to the industry on how things should be done. I can highly recommend them to industry peers and look forward to returning in the near future. Everyone really made us feel at home and welcomed. All our wishes were met with a smile and helpful attitude. What more can anyone ask for? Great job Kevin and team GCCM!

Captain Ferdi Heymann
MY Pangaea

Yacht Name: M/Y PANGAEA
Builder: Halter Marine
Yacht LOA (m): 58m
Launch Year: 1998
Hull Construction: Steel
Survey Standard: ABS
Project Goal: Major mechanical, fabrication, electrical and paintwork to be completed on all areas of the vessel.
Project Timeframe: 2 months
Works completed: All planned works and more have been completed.

WORKS COMPLETED
Twin Disc removed the yacht’s triple Arneson surface drive propulsion system then took them to their workshop to rebuild them. The surface drives returned as new. Meanwhile, the yacht required its majestic and striking black hull to be renewed and the Owner selected a vinyl wrap. To wrap the hull, first the yacht stripped, repaired, faired, bogged and then primed before the vinyl was adhered. All the
hardware was removed and refurbished from the bulwarks down and successfully reattached to post wrap. It was also an opportunity to complete touch up to silver paint work on the topsides as well as the non-skid.

THE RESULTS
The timeframe for the works to be completed was tight. GCCM and the team of contractors were super efficient in receiving Murcielago, lifting her onto the hardstand and moving her into one of the fully enclosed painting sheds. Works up to date have all been done within scheduled time which shows the efficiency of the yard.

We have spent significant time on the yard and in the refit shed at GCCM. What has impressed me the most has been the flexibility, professionalism and accommodating nature of the yard staff and contractors. It has allowed us to complete an extensive list of works as  efficiently as possible. I will definitely be bringing the boat here every year for all the works needed. Thank you for making our experience as productive and painless as possible.

Jon Bischoff
Captain, M.Y Murcielago

Yacht Name: M/Y MURCIELAGO
Builder: Sunseeker
Yacht LOA (m): 23m
Launch Year: 2003
Hull Construction: Fibreglass
Survey Standard: Malta Commercial
Project Goal: Wrap the yacht and rebuild the
propulsion system.
Project Timeframe: 2 months