Management
Monsoon storage
Boating on the west coast stops from June to September, and layup decides what condition a boat is in by October. Poor storage can cost more value in one monsoon than three seasons of use.
- Season
- June–September
- Storage
- Covered & open
- Checks
- Monthly, logged
- Return
- Sea-ready
A proper layup
Layup is a procedure with set steps. All of these happen before the boat goes on its cradle.
- Haul-out, pressure wash and hull inspection with photos
- Engine and generator pickling, fuel treatment and stabilisation
- Battery removal, conditioning and off-season charging
- Freshwater drain, seacock service and dehumidification
- Canvas, upholstery and electronics moved to dry storage
- Cradle or trailer support placed to suit the hull's structure
While ashore
A monthly inspection with a written log covers the cover, moisture, pests and battery state, and you receive the log. Yards that never check are how owners find mould in October.
Getting back on the water
Antifouling, anode renewal, engine service, systems recommissioning and a sea trial before handover, so day one of the season is for sailing.
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Questions
Frequently asked
When should I book?
By April. Hardstand space in Mumbai and Goa is limited and is usually fully allocated by late May.
Is covered storage worth paying for?
Yes for boats with much brightwork, soft furnishings or painted topsides. For a tough GRP boat with a good cover, open hardstand with proper layup is usually fine.
Can the boat stay afloat through the monsoon?
We advise against it on the west coast, and many harbour authorities restrict it. If it can't be avoided, we set up storm moorings and monitoring, but hauling out is safer and usually cheaper.
Is insurance included?
The yard has liability cover, but keep your hull insurance running. Tell your insurer the boat is ashore, as the premium usually falls.
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Other owner services
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Boat building
GRP and aluminium boats up to 40 feet, engineered for monsoon layup, silty harbours and long gaps between yard visits.
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Marina consultancy
Advice for developers, tourism boards and clubs, from feasibility and berth mix to the first boat tying up.
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Yacht timeshare
Several owners share one boat, each with guaranteed days, and split the fixed costs between them.
Ready when you are. Let's talk it through.
Share your date, port and group size. We reply with options and a firm price, usually within the hour.