38 | Marine refit facility draws high praise Responsiveness and flexibility are also frequently highlighted by clients operating under short notice or changing requirements. T T from page 36 REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Vessel Works Alisha say the combination of infrastructure, flexibility and experience offered by Vessel Works is particularly valuable for vessels arriving in New Zealand with tight timelines and extensive work scopes. Recent client Mikayla Butler, of MY Nyla, is enthusiastic about the service they received. “Having just arrived over from the Mediterranean, we knew coming into New Zealand that we needed a large maintenance period and navigational refit done on board,” Mikayla says. “The team at Vessel Works was fantastic at assisting us from the start. “We were given eight weeks to get what should’ve been at least a four-month refit, and Vessel Works did not shy away from what we needed. They were incredibly accommodating, and without them, we would not have been able to complete the project on schedule.” The Vessel Works team supports vessels well beyond the hardstand itself. Office and yard staff work closely with crews to coordinate contractors, lifting requirements, fuelling, provisioning and logistics, while also assisting with accommodation and local knowledge during extended yard periods. “The office team are fantastic with their communications and recommendations, directing us towards places to stay and even good places to eat around town,” says Mikayla. “The yard crew managed to solve any problem we sent their way, big or small, and the range of contractors around the yard made getting work done on board convenient and easy to manage.” Location also plays a key role in the overall experience. Vessel Works is situated close to Tauranga Airport, accommodation options and provisioning services, allowing crews to remain productive and settled while alongside. “Vessel works is conveniently located so that finding accommodation for crew was easy and close by and provisioning for the season ahead a breeze. “It was great to be able to show up at work every morning knowing that the vessel was safe and well taken care of while in the hands AUCKLAND: Ph 09 525 0830 120 Penrose Road, Auckland TAURANGA: Ph 07 777 0453 Unit 6/48 Aviation Ave, Mt Maunganui www.dieselservices.co.nz ZF GEARBOX SERVICE AND SALES GENUINE PARTS ONLY ALL TRANSMISSIONS DYNO TESTED FACTORY BACKED WARRANTY HIGHLY SKILLED STAFF McCormick Rigging Ltd 69 Cross Road, Sulphur Point TGA P: 07 578 6728 W: www.promarineelectrical.co.nz E: info@promarineelectrical.co.nz Marine Electrical and Electronics Specialists 20 years of Marine Electrical Experience Design and installation services Established Marine Electronics suppliers: Simrad, B&G, Koden, Furuno, Icom, JRC, Intellian, Comnav Starter motors and alternators, Batteries and charging systems Reliable workmanship and straight forward communication.
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