Marine Railway Service
Boothbay Harbor Shipyard has two high-capacity marine railways for commercial vessels and private yachts up to 200 . Work has included U.S. Navy and other government contracts to repair Coast Guard ships, passenger boats and ferries. Conveniently located and easily approached, the railways are available for launching or hauling vessels for storage or transportation.
The 700-ton railway accomodates vessels up to 200'.
Historic ships such as: Ernestina, and Bounty
Tall Ships such as: Shenandoah, Gazella of Philadelphia, Sherman Zwicker, and Victory Chimes
Workboats such as: Tugboats, service vessels, fishing trawlers
The 150-ton railway accomodates vessels up to 90'.
Private sailing yachts such as: Belle Aventure, Alera
Historic ships such as: Discovery
Schooners such as: Valora, Harvey Gamage and J & E Riggin
Motor vessels
Other Facilities
Newly renovated 6,000-sf climate controlled service bay
The newly renovated 6,000-sf climate controlled service bay is equipped with a state-of-the-art humidification system to keep wooden hulls from drying out. A low-dust environment is ideal for yacht-quality varnishing and painting. A deck-level mezzanine creates efficient working conditions for staging equipment and materials. A self-contained fire suppression system protects vessels under our care.
Carpenter shop
The carpenter shop is adjacent to the railways and allows for quick and efficient repairs by expert joiners.
Machine shop
The machine shop offers fiberglass repair, welding, pipefitting and all aspects of metal fabrication.
Yacht building and restoration shed
Covered storage
Wood kiln- picture at right
150' dock with floats
Twenty-three moorings for seasonal and transient visitors
Design Studio
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