DRY MARINA – PEACE OF MIND

Australian company The Boat Works has created the country’s first Dry Marina on the adjacent site to its current Gold Coast facility, effectively doubling its footprint to 43 hectares. The out-of-water storage will accommodate up to 150 boats (from 25-65ft) in a dedicated, fully-secure fenced precinct, complete with CCTV and caretaker.

General manager Shane Subichin says the project is in response to an influx of transient boats and visiting international yachties who are looking for a safe haven to store their vessels.

“With the commitment from the Gold Coast Waterways Authority to dredge the Coomera River, owners of keeled vessels can be confident they can head up the River in any tide to access the Gold Coast Marine Precinct and all the services they require, including storage.

“We believe the approach of ‘why moor it when you can store it?’ will appeal to owners who would prefer to keep their boats dry and protected while they’re not in use. It will eliminate the need for many forms of maintenance which arise from sitting in saltwater, minimising the need for regular checking of the boat.

“Another advantage is your insurance premium. Club Marine offers ‘Lay Up cover’ that may mean you save on your insurance with dry storage while your boat is not in use.”

The exclusive storage area will allow clean works boat owners have full access to power and water on-site, as well as marine trades who can be coordinated to maintain regular checks and to detail or wash down boats. For more information visit www.theboatworks.com.au