New Builds at GCCM

The yacht had been at GCCM in late 2018 for the usual annual maintenance period. When looking for a yard to complete a hull refinishing and the engineering works for PYLC, we were confident in selecting GCCM again based on our previous experience. The contractors were of high quality and very well priced. The crew and I selected them based on word of mouth referrals and competitive quotes. We had access to all the trades we needed onsite and they worked well together. Everyone from the café staff­ to the o­ffice and yard teams were helpful and friendly.

Vessel Captain – Dan Airey

We were very specific in selecting the contractors and facility who work on this yacht. She is not a traditional superyacht, yet we want for those who board her to gasp as they would entering a yacht. For that, we needed a group who were well versed in delivering this level of craftsmanship and it was impossible to go past the team at GCCM.

Vessel Owner – David Fisher

We also used the time to complete a range of works calling on many of the contractors onsite at GCCM… the trip was well worth it as the yard was 50% cheaper than Sydney and the contractors were very price competitive.  We have also encountered a really friendly community both in the GCCM team and the tenants. I have had access to a courtesy car which is invaluable for someone away from their home port.

Vessel Owner – Alex Martin

We selected GCCM for our three-month project predominantly due to its reputation for quality work.  The other main factor was the range of contractors and services in the facility.  I managed the project and it was invaluable that the GCCM team and contractors would work around the boat’s schedule and each other to get the job done.  The wealth of knowledge and experience of some of the senior shipwrights at GCCM to select the right contractors for the right job certainly made the difference to our project.

Vessel Captain – Craig Pearson

The  crew were so pleased with our time in the shipyard.  Every staff member from the lovely ladies in the office to the security guys of an evening and even the shipyard guys who did our haul out were always friendly, attentive and nothing was ever an issue.

Charter Manager – Kirsty Sabarre

I would just like to personally thank GCCM for the service they provided the vessel during our time in the yard, and the helpful staff and supplied contractors for any situation that the vessel needed.  The GCCM project management was such an asset and made every aspect of the refit that much easier knowing it was quality controlled and kept to a strict schedule enabling us to concentrate on other projects.  Also, the friendly staff for organizing the great crew excursions, and involving all the yachts in the marina.

Chief Officer – Byron Dobson

From day one GCCM has provided us with exceptional service, expertise and all the facilities that we need to get work done in an efficient and cost-effective manner. All of the marina staff are always professional and willing to go the extra mile for us and do so with a smile. The facility itself with all the trades we require under one roof enables us to get numerous quotes for the same job so that we can make informed decisions quickly.  All of the above in conjunction with the crew activities the marina puts on (Top Golf, bowling etc) along with the location of GCCM make it a great place for any superyacht to get refit work done.

2^nd Officer – Sam Redward

The reason we chose GCCM is because of the level of service and exceptional range of contractors.  GCCM is the best shore support in the industry.  Kevin Altera provided 100% support 24 hours a day.  Travis Slatter lifted and stood the yacht with great care and attention.  The office team and Yacht Concierge were always on hand and nothing was ever too difficult.  We used a variety of contractors and all of them gave great advice and support.

Vessel Captain – Matthew Baily

GCCM has been the most refreshing shipyard experience I have had in many years of yachting.  What a great example this facility is to the industry on how things should be done.  I can highly recommend them to industry.  Everyone really made us feel at home and welcomed.  All our wishes were met with a smile and helpful attitude.  The crew absolutely loved the Gold Coast area.

Vessel Captain – Ferdi Heymann

Over a six-week period, we completed a large list of works including some intricate and challenging engineering work.  The great aspect of completing work at GCCM is the array of contractors from which you can select, the confidence in their work and knowing you have the support of the GCCM team, many of whom are ex-crew and leaders in their field.

Project Manager / Relief Captain – Peter Cook

Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard are a world class act in the Superyacht business.  The marine maintenance business is people driven and you could not find a more caring group of professionals than those associated with GCCM.  Thank you, Trent, and to all of your staff for making my life pretty simple and stress free.  You have by far one of the slickest operations in this arena.

Master Greg Numa

We have been to GCCM a number of times in the past few years and in my 15 years of yachting, which includes nine years of Command, a build, and multiple large refits. I have never been so well looked after by a professional, fun, and friendly team.

Director of Maritime Operations at Fly’ Fleet – Master Mike Gregory

I’d like to express my gratitude to GCCM for providing a world-class superyacht refit facility with service to match for our major refit project. Every aspect from planning our arrival, services and trades onsite, ease of engaging outside trades, and the friendly staff always available 24/7 made our stay enjoyable. We look forward to returning.

Vessel Captain – Edward Woodman

I have been in the motor yacht industry for the past 42 years and have worked all over the world in new build and refit yards, working on vessel’s from 72-metres to 140-metres. I have run three different boat building yards in Australia, and understand the complexities of the process of builds and refit work and the challenges in running yards.  Late in 2018, I was asked to oversee a large refit of a classic family motor yacht (M/Y Shirley Anne) that was originally built for the Owner’s family in Australia and is now owned by another family member and his wife who love the vessel. The task was to refit her to her former glory without changing the style and feel of the original design of the motor yacht. One of the major tasks was to design and integrate a new overhanging swim platform into the vessel without anyone realising anything had been added or changed on the vessel, this was achieved very successfully and the Owners are delighted with the complete refit.  The Captain and I considered a few yards and facilities in Australia and New Zealand to complete the works in a clean and safe environment). It didn’t take us long to narrow down the preferred site to Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard, which was able to offer us all the facilities and trades people we need to complete the works in the right environment. They were very helpful in the whole process of the refit and it was an easy place to work from. The staff couldn’t do enough for us and were always available at all times to help us with whatever we needed.  It was a pleasure to complete the refit at GCCM and I would recommend Kevin and his team to anyone looking for a facility for refit and repair works.

Vessel Owner’s Representative – David McQueen