Svendsen’s Bay Marine has increased its lifting capacity by adding a second Marine Travelift 100BFMII, a mobile hoist capable of handling vessels up to 100 metric tonnes. The addition follows the yard’s recent expansion and is intended to reduce scheduling constraints as demand for haul-out and repair services continues to grow.
The facility now operates with two hoists, which help to accommodate more vessel movements each day, including short haul-and-hang work, block spot painting and quicker transitions between lifts.
Bill Elliott, President of Svendsen’s Bay Marine, said: “The addition of the new Marine Travelift provides flexibility in the daily haul and launch schedule, providing the versatility for additional lifts in any given day.”
The new unit includes a wireless remote control and a top beam extension. Elliott noted that these features were selected to improve efficiency. “Our previous lift had the wireless remote, and with the operational efficiencies it provides our operators don’t want to be without it. And the top beam extension was a must-have to save time by avoiding the need to remove the headstay on large sailboats.”
The investment follows the yard’s expansion, which doubled available space. According to Elliott, the additional hoist was necessary to fully utilise the larger site.
Svendsen’s Bay Marine was formed when Svendsen’s Boatworks, founded in 1963, merged with Bay Marine Boatworks, which has been at the Richmond site since 1992. The facility offers a range of services, including a dedicated yacht paint booth, a rig and metal shop, a chandlery and a large marine engine workshop.
The purchase extends Svenden Bay Marine’s relationship with Marine Travelift, which began in 1998. “Travelift makes a good product, which is why we’ve continued to come back over the years for new equipment,” Elliott said.
Founded in 1954, Marine Travelift Inc. manufactures marine lifting equipment, including mobile boat hoists, self-propelled transporters and forklifts. The company has more than 4,500 units operating worldwide through its dealer network.
