Expert repairs & maintenance
Mallaig Boatyard has been repairing and maintaining fishing vessels and other craft on the West Coast of Scotland for decades.
We have gained an excellent reputation for the services we provide. The quality of our work is second to none, our experienced carpenters and engineers are ready to help.
We attend to vessels of all shapes and sizes. Our engineers are mobile and will assist in emergency situations. Many customers / vessels return annually for their continued maintenance.
Our comprehensive approach means we are experienced and proficient to manage all repairs and maintenance.
With over 30 years experience, Mallaig Boatyard Ltd has grown from one man working out of his van, to taking over the business at Harbour Slipways (Mallaig) and now moving premises to Corpach Slipway (Fort William) expanding the business further.
It is a small family run business, with the next generation already working as apprentices. Our employees are made up experience tradesmen, who are dedicated to providing the best service possible, they are experts in their respective field.
Where required, work is sub-contacted, for example electrical work is contracted to another local business. If we are unable to fix the problem ourselves, we know someone that will, and have close working relationships with other yards and suppliers. Understanding the job requirements from the outset helps us to collectively bring together materials and trade to ensure all timeframes are adhered to.
Where many materials are specialised to fit individual engines, gearboxes, or even paint, we have the the ability to tailor and maintain each vessels unique set up. We have large quantities of stock at our yard, if there is something specific required or simply a restock of an item we rely on our dependable suppliers to assist with the speedy delivery of materials.
Baudouin has designed and manufactured the highest quality diesel engines for the marine sector for over a century. We are proud to be their main dealer for Scotland. We can supply new, used, whole, or parts of an engine to ensure you’re running on all cylinders. Mallaig Boatyard is able to expertly fit and overhaul these installations.Ultraguard Antifouling brings the next generation of antifouling solutions to the commercial marine industry. Believing that ultrasonic antifouling systems offer the most sustainable, ecologically friendly and effective antifouling solutions. Ultraguard is designed and manufactured in the UK, offering biofouling management systems, offering a bespoke installation to optimise the antifouling effect.
Power Torque Engineering Ltd supply engines, power trains and components for a variety of brands. Working closely with Power Torque we can support and develop marine engineering solutions for our customers, they recognise the importance of rapid response for supply, servicing & repairs.
Services
With our on site experts, choose from the list of services for further information.
Engine repair, hydraulics & diesel services
We specialise in repairing engines, gearboxes, pumps and motors from leading brand manufacturers. Our skilled team of marine engineers work together, either in-house or on-site, to assist customers, with the aim of avoiding costly, unscheduled, down time.
Shipwright / carpentry
Our experienced shipwright/carpenters work hard to maintain, repair and restore vessels. They are traditional wooden boat builders, specialising in structural and cosmetic repairs. Successfully completing hundreds of repairs to fishing, cruise, yachts and work boats. Treating every project differently are able to provide a bespoke outcome, surpassing expectations going above and beyond every time to ensue their job is completed to a superior standard.
Welding
Mallaig Boatyard has a comprehensive knowledge of the fabrication and welding processes, working from our yard or on the go we can carry out various types of fabrication and welding to a wide range of materials e.g. mild steel, aluminium, stainless steel. Where larger components require fabrication we use reputable local business to assist. Our operators are fully trained and certified.
Maintenance & painting
Our experienced painters will ensure that your vessel is looking sharp. As soon as your vessel arrives and is hauled out of the water, she will be jet washed and prepped for painting. We offer a full paint service, antifouling the hull, glossing the top sides and internal spaces. We also offer epoxy painting with any GRP work undertaken. We use marine paint from Hempel, Teamac, International and Jotun.
Slipping Vessels
Hauling / slipping vessels out of the water can be stressful and intense for both owners and the director in charge of leading the slipping. To ensure that we get it right every time, we have a set procedure, all staff know what they have to do and where they need to be. We also ensure that we slip the vessels on a spring tide to ensure the cradles can get low enough / the boat high enough on the slipway for ease of hauling out. We also always begin slipping on a rising tide, so that we have the maximum time available. Slack water is also a key factor at Corpach, the tide can catch you out on Loch Linnhe.