In 1951 Alan Coombes began building dinghies on the Bembridge embankment, and was joined by Peter Scott in 1956 - and so a boat building partnership was formed. As time passed and the business grew it evolved into building cruising yachts and motorboats. Technology also advanced and with the advent of glass reinforced plastic construction, the focus of the yard slowly changed from traditional boat building. Over 60 years on, the core work of the yard encompasses repairs, maintenance and storage and this longevity is a testament to the reliability and competitiveness of the company as well as
Manufacturers of penetrating sealant which finds and fixes leaks from hairline cracks. Captain Tolley’s is a low viscosity copolymer adhesive with exceptional penetrating properties. Formulated to be as thin as water, Captain Tolley’s draws into hairline cracks and gaps using capillary action.
The former FBM shipbuilding yard was acquired to become the base to launch the British America's Cup team GBR Challenge 2001 – 2003. This site has worked hard to become a thriving boat yard using a 60 tonne boat hoist to lift boat into the boat storage area and we have access to undercover facilities for some boats and equipment storage. The yard has several tenants working in the marine industry and a range of vacant buildings that are available for short term let. The Medina Yard has become a reliable choice for boat owners and businesses alike. Since the launch of Medina Yard as the new
Plastimo, on the right course for 50 years. A real iconic brand in recreational boating, Plastimo contributes to safe and enjoyable sailing around the world, as a dependable crewmember for yachtsmen and a reliable partner to the boating industry. Building on the worldwide reputation of Plastimo compasses, lifejackets and liferafts Plastimo also offers deck and mooring equipment and comfort on board appliances. These proprietary ranges are designed by Plastimo and carry the brand’s DNA. In addition, a careful selection of top specialist brands provide a consistent complement to our product line
The Prop Protector story started in 1993 when my father Lawrence Mallett created what has become one of the UK’s leading products in propeller management and efficiency. His simple yet effective design has been used by boat owners across the world with vessels ranging from barges and cruisers to commercial fishing boats, trawlers and tugs. Prop Protector has continued in the Mallett family and today a third generation of the family is involved in the business.
Selling all types of marine electronics equipment including radars, chart plotters, marine VHF radios, epirbs, Navtex equipment, from all the leading manufacturers at competitive prices.