Specialist RIB electrical work in Shoreham — waterproof fittings, navigation electronics, and reliable power for rigid inflatable boats. Direct trade accounts with Victron, Fogstar and the major brands.
Shoreham sits within West Sussex, and shoreham-by-Sea is a hub for both commercial and leisure boating. We regularly job at Lady Bee Marina and throughout Shoreham Port, delivering everything from basic electrics repairs to advanced Victron energy setup installations. That's the working environment we know inside out.
Visiting Shoreham berths week in, week out, rigid inflatable yachts face unique electrical challenges — everything must withstand constant spray and occasional submersion. We install marine electronics, lighting, and power systems on RIBs in Shoreham using fully waterproof connections, sealed switches, and corrosion-resistant materials. From basic fishfinder fittings to full rewires, every RIB gets the same skilled standard of task. In practice, that's the task we do most weeks at Shoreham Port. That's the brief on each job we take on in and around Shoreham Port.
Whether the task is a small fault diagnosis or a full system rebuild, the same care goes into each wire termination and each cable run.
Some berths only get a useful working window twice a day — we'll arrive in time to make the most of it.
Yacht electrics is as much about prevention as it is about fix — we'll frequently spot future problems while we're sorting the current one.
We job on everything from 20-foot day-sailers to 60-foot motor yachts — the principles are the same, the scale changes.
We'd rather take an extra hour to do something neatly than rush it and have to come back.
For craft owners near Shoreham Port and Lady Bee Marina, insurance providers and yacht warranty schemes accept our certification as standard. Diagnostic equipment travels in the van as spec — insulation tester, clamp meters, scope, and reference data. Local pontoon layouts, gate codes and berth-holder protocols are second nature after years of working in the area.
On the West Sussex coast in and around Shoreham, chartplotters, fishfinders, VHF radios — all installed with waterproof connections and sealed cable entries designed to handle the wet RIB environment. The best yacht work disappears into the vessel — quiet, reliable, never thought about again. On the Shoreham Port pontoons in particular, that's how we handle it. It's something we see regularly on Shoreham-based boats.
Craft in West Sussex frequently see year-round use, so durability matters more than show — we build for that. Working in Shoreham means knowing the local marina contacts — useful for arranging access, lift-outs and contractor coordination. In West Sussex, older yachts commonly need shore-power setups brought up to current standards — we handle the certification too.
From day-to-day task in Shoreham, navigation lights, deck floods, underwater lights — all IP67+ rated and professionally installed for maximum brightness and longevity on your RIB. We assume nothing on a first visit — meter readings before opinions, each time. For Shoreham skippers, this is a regular consideration.
For Shoreham owners, after-care matters — we stay reachable for follow-up questions and small adjustments. Lots of Shoreham boats are used for cross-Channel passages — setups need to be reliable, not just functional. In West Sussex we see a lot of older fibreglass cruisers being upgraded — this kind of task is bread and butter for us.
Right across Shoreham's berths, dual power bank systems, smart chargers, and compact lithium options for RIBs that need trustworthy starting and electronics power. Behind each reliable craft electrics setup is a lot of small decisions done correctly: cable size, termination, clipping, sealing, labelling, and testing. Owners around Shoreham Port have come to expect that as the baseline. All over West Sussex, this kind of task makes up a real share of what we do.
Tidal access in Shoreham means visit timing matters — we plan around your berth's float window. On older craft around Shoreham, panel real estate is tight — we plan layouts to fit cleanly without compromising serviceability. On vessels moored at Shoreham Port, we frequently see issues caused by long-term shore power — we check for it on each visit.
Around Shoreham Port, automatic bilge pumps, kill switches, navigation lights — all safety-critical electrics wired in to survey benchmarks. Whether the task is a small fault diagnosis or a full setup rebuild, the same care goes into every wire termination and every cable run. On yachts around Shoreham Port, this is a routine part of what we deliver.
In West Sussex the local cruising grounds reward trustworthy electrics — we build with cross-Channel and Solent passages in mind. Boats based in Shoreham are frequently used by multiple family members or charter crews — clearly labelled controls matter. The mix of berths around Shoreham means we bring gear for both pontoon and swinging-mooring access.
Short answer: yes. For Shoreham-based boats, we factor in how the yacht's used — coastal hops, cross-Channel passages, or liveaboard — because that changes the right specification. Cable runs are double-clipped, protected from chafe, and routed away from heat sources as level. From the Shoreham Port pontoons outward, this is well within our normal working area. Drop a message with the craft's age, type and current setup — we'll quote without needing a visit in many cases.
Of course — For Shoreham skippers, we treat this as a planning conversation as much as a technical one — getting the right approach saves money down the line. Documentation — circuit diagrams, cable schedules, photographs — is provided as part of each install. From Shoreham Port to the wider Shoreham area, this is well within our normal remit. Send through the craft details and we'll come back with timing and a written quote.
Certainly — For Shoreham-based boats, we factor in how the yacht's used — coastal hops, cross-Channel passages, or liveaboard — because that changes the right specification. All work is signed off with a written test certificate suitable for insurance and survey purposes. If your boat is berthed in Shoreham or anywhere along the West Sussex coast, we can help. Get in touch via the contact form with the boat's basics and we'll book a visit at your convenience in Shoreham.
Definitely — For Shoreham-based boats, we factor in how the yacht's used — coastal hops, cross-Channel passages, or liveaboard — because that changes the right specification. Where AC and DC systems share space, we maintain proper separation and clearly distinct cable colours. In Shoreham specifically, we handle this kind of request frequently. Best route is a quick call — five minutes on the phone usually clarifies the right next step.
In short, yes — For Shoreham owners, we treat this as a planning conversation as much as a technical one — getting the right approach saves money down the line. We use only qualified-grade marine components, sourced through trade channels with full traceability. Vessels kept in and around Shoreham Port get this kind of attention as part of our normal weekly route. Get in touch via the contact form with the craft's basics and we'll book a visit at your convenience in Shoreham.
10 minutes from our Lancing base. Free assessment, then a written quote.
Shoreham is well within our normal coverage from the Lancing base on the A259 / A27. Send the boat details and we'll plan a visit at your convenience.