Cradles
Havelock Slipway operates five steel cradles on three sets of rails, engineered to safely accommodate monohull and multihull vessels.
The slipway is capable of handling vessels up to 120 tonnes, with cradle configurations adjusted to suit hull form, displacement, and access requirements.
Haul-outs, blocking, and re-launching are carried out using established procedures, allowing survey inspections and repair work to be undertaken safely and efficiently.
Shed Space
Havelock Slipway provides two fully enclosed sheds, enabling repair, restoration, and coating work to be completed in a controlled environment, protected from weather and contamination.
Original Shed – 15 × 6 m
Commonly used for timber vessel restoration, structural repairs, alterations, and full paint systems.New Shed – 18 × 7 × 7 m (completed 2024)
Purpose-built to accommodate larger vessels and refit projects requiring increased clearance, height, and improved general space for major projects.
Both sheds are suitable for insurance repairs, survey-driven work scopes, and refits, with space to allow staged inspections and approvals.
Engineering Workshop
Our on-site engineering workshop supports a wide range of marine fabrication and mechanical repair requirements. Equipment includes:
Lathes and milling machine
Welding facilities for steel, aluminium, and stainless steel
Tube benders
Plasma cutter
Polishing and finishing equipment
Most engineering work is carried out in-house, allowing timely repairs, improved quality control, and clear communication with surveyors and insurers during repair or refit projects.
Woodworking Workshop
A dedicated woodworking workshop is maintained for both traditional and modern timber vessel work. The workshop is equipped with a combination of modern machinery and traditional hand tools, allowing repairs to be completed using appropriate materials and methods.
This facility supports:
Structural timber repairs
Plank and deck replacement
Joinery and detailing
Restoration work consistent with original construction
All timber repairs can be prepared for survey inspection and documented as required for insurance or refit purposes.