Transform Your Yacht with Expert Refit & Upgrade Management
- Veronique Claus
- 1 day ago
- 2 min read
From concept to completion We manage complex refit projects on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards
The Challenge:
Yacht refits are complex. Coordinating multiple vendors, managing budgets, ensuring quality, and keeping projects on schedule is overwhelming. Many owners face:
Budget overruns (15–30% above estimates)
Timeline delays (weeks or months beyond schedule)
Quality inconsistencies across different trades
Communication gaps with yards and suppliers
Warranty and compliance issues post-completion
Our Approach:
We manage every phase of your refit with the same rigor we apply to new yacht commissioning:
✅ Pre-Refit Planning – Scope definition, vendor selection, budget forecasting, timeline development ✅ Project Supervision – On-site oversight, daily progress tracking, quality inspections, change management ✅ Vendor Coordination – Sourcing specialists, managing contracts, ensuring compliance with maritime standards ✅ Budget Control – Cost tracking, invoice review, contingency management, transparent reporting ✅ Quality Assurance – Inspections at key milestones, defect documentation, mandatory corrections before sign-off ✅ Compliance & Documentation – CE compliance, safety certification, warranty documentation, insurance coordination
Why Choose Yacht Commissioning?
Established relationships with repair yards, marine engineers, and suppliers across the Mediterranean and Atlantic
Multilingual expertise – communication in English, German, French, Italian, Dutch, Danish
Independent perspective – no ties to specific vendors; we prioritize your interests
Proven track record – 40+ years of experience managing refits for monohulls and catamarans (45–80 feet)
Transparent communication – regular updates, cost forecasts, and decision-making authority rests with you
Typical Refit Scope:
Propulsion systems – Engine replacement, saildrive service, hybrid/electric propulsion integration
Power & electrical – Generator upgrades, solar panel installation, battery systems, electrical rewiring
Water systems – Watermaker installation, plumbing upgrades, tank refurbishment
Interior upgrades – Galley modernization, cabin refurbishment, upholstery, flooring
Safety & navigation – Electronics upgrades, radar, autopilot, safety equipment installation
Structural & exterior – Hull repairs, gelcoat restoration, deck work, mast/rigging service
Comfort systems – Air conditioning, heating, ventilation, entertainment systems
Timeline & Budget: Refit duration and cost depend on scope.
Our unique approach is that we make a budget on two scopes:
A NECESSARY TO DO list
A NICE TO HAVE list
Quite often, during the execution of the project, we face additional elements which during the assessment of the yacht, could not have been detected.
As we work on tight budget control management, we may discuss with the client to shift NICE TO HAVE budget to the NECESSARY to do list.
Keeping the total budget under control.
We provide detailed proposals with fixed timelines and budgets before work begins. Yachtcommissioning has a reputation of completing refits in a much shorter time frame compared to the yacht industry standards. Keeping Quality and Budget under control
Contact us and ask for our references
Check-Us Out - We make you a Free Project Plan based on your expectation
Contact us to discuss your Refit needs:
Phone: +351926909240
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