Navigators Marine Service Centre is a long-established marine engineering and shipwright company that was originally founded in 2009 and was acquired by the current owners in 2020. It offers complete ‘one-stop-shop’ marine services and is ideally located in the heart of Chichester Marina, where it occupies modern leasehold premises in a prime position.
Chichester Marina accommodates over 1,000 vessel berths, two hoists, a slipway and ample boat storage ashore, making it one of the UK’s largest marinas. Immersed in stunning scenery its buildings are architecturally low-key, and the overall environment is one of peace and tranquility. The boatyard is home to a wide variety of marine businesses including boat sales dealerships that provide an ongoing source of new vessels and owners.
The premises have been professionally branded with bright blue and yellow signage which is highly recognisable and which has also been extended to its website and fleet of service vehicles. The premises are ideal for Navigator’s commercial and operational requirements, encompassing office, workshop and storage of approx. 1486 sq. ft overall.
A comprehensive range of services are provided, not only to Chichester Harbour marinas but also marinas along the South Coast. Services include marine engineering, workshop fabrication, shipwright, yacht care, electrical and plumbing. It has several equipment dealerships supporting the services provided which also includes the sale of onboard equipment, outboard and inboard engines.
The business is operated by the owners, supported by experienced and highly qualified contractors on an as and when required basis. Opening hours are Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00 (Saturday by appointment).
This opportunity is a genuine and timely retirement sale and will be attractive to a private buyer or to the marine trade as an ideal add-on to an existing business.
Reasonable handover support and training will be provided to assist with a successful transition of ownership. The sale includes all fixtures, fittings and equipment, the website, intellectual property and goodwill. Stock in addition at valuation. A full inventory is available on request.
