Frequently Asked Questions

We provide installation, maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and upgrades for marine electronics, including GPS chartplotters, radar systems, fish finders, autopilots, VHF radios, AIS systems, satellite communications, marine networking, and onboard entertainment systems.

We work with most major marine electronics manufacturers, including Garmin, Raymarine, Simrad, Furuno, B&G, and other leading brands.

Yes, we service recreational boats, fishing vessels, motor yachts, sailboats, commercial vessels, and workboats of various sizes.

Yes, we perform service and installations across the UK, Europe, and further afield, with a European base located in Vilanova i la Geltrú, Barcelona.

Yes, we use specialised diagnostic equipment to identify issues with navigation systems, communication equipment, network connectivity, power distribution, sensors, and other marine electronics.

Yes, we upgrade outdated equipment, integrate new technologies with existing systems, and recommend solutions that improve safety, performance, and usability.

Check power connections, circuit breakers, and visible wiring, then attempt a power cycle first. If the issue persists, contact us for professional diagnostics to prevent further damage and ensure safe operation.

Yes, we specialise in integrating navigation, radar, sonar, autopilot, AIS, engine monitoring, and communication systems into a unified marine network.

Yes, routine inspections and maintenance help prevent failures, extend equipment life, and ensure reliable performance while on the water.

Our technicians are trained and experienced in marine electronics installation, troubleshooting, and industry best practices, with specific certifications varying by technician and manufacturer.

Yes, emergency and priority service is available, with response depending on location, technician availability, and the nature of the issue.

In many cases yes, we can assess your current system and recommend compatible upgrades or adapters where necessary.

Contact our office by phone, email, or through our website, and we'll discuss your vessel, equipment, location, and service requirements to arrange an appointment.

Yes, we stand behind our workmanship and will explain applicable service warranties and manufacturer warranties before the project begins.

We provide design, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and upgrading of marine electrical systems, including power distribution, switchboards, battery systems, generators, shore power connections, lighting, control systems, and electrical safety inspections.

We service a wide range of vessels, including commercial ships, fishing vessels, workboats, ferries, motor yachts, sailboats, and offshore support vessels.

Yes, we design electrical systems for new builds, refits, and vessel upgrades, ensuring compliance with applicable marine regulations and operational requirements, with our in-house CAD department providing fully compliant drawing packs.

Yes, our engineers use specialised testing equipment to identify and resolve electrical faults, power failures, short circuits, grounding issues, and equipment malfunctions.

Yes, we can assess your existing system and recommend upgrades that improve safety, reliability, energy efficiency, and compliance with current standards.

Yes, we install, test, and maintain marine battery banks, battery chargers, inverters, and energy management systems for both conventional and advanced battery technologies.

Yes, we provide installation, maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting for generators, shore power connections, transfer switches, and related electrical equipment.

Yes, we conduct inspections to identify potential hazards, verify system integrity, and ensure compliance with marine electrical standards and regulations.

Annual inspections are recommended for most vessels, with additional checks before extended voyages, depending on vessel type, operating conditions, and regulatory requirements. We can also provide IR surveys and thermographic surveys and reports.

Yes, we can evaluate your electrical system and recommend energy-efficient lighting, power management solutions, battery upgrades, and optimised equipment configurations.

Yes, emergency support may be available for critical electrical failures, subject to location and engineer availability, with emergency support when you need us at the core of our business.

Our engineers are trained and experienced in marine electrical systems, safety procedures, troubleshooting, installation, and regulatory compliance.

Yes, we support refit projects, vessel conversions, equipment upgrades, and complete electrical system modernisation programmes.

Yes, we can provide inspection reports, test results, system diagrams, commissioning records, and maintenance documentation as required.

You can contact us by phone, email, or through our website, and our team will discuss your requirements and arrange a convenient inspection or service visit.

We provide design, installation, programming, maintenance, and upgrades for lighting, automated controls for lighting and shading, dimming systems, occupancy sensors, scheduling systems, and integrated automation solutions.

A lighting automation system automatically controls lighting based on schedules, occupancy, daylight levels, or user preferences, improving convenience, energy efficiency, and comfort.

Yes, most lighting automation systems allow you to control lighting remotely through a mobile app, tablet, or web interface.

Yes, automated scheduling, occupancy sensing, daylight harvesting, and dimming controls can significantly reduce unnecessary energy consumption and lower overall costs.

Daylight harvesting is a control strategy that automatically adjusts artificial lighting levels based on available natural daylight, helping to save energy while maintaining comfortable lighting conditions.

Yes, we can retrofit existing lighting systems, LED fixtures, sensors, and automation technologies without requiring a complete system replacement or re-wire.

Yes, lighting systems can often be integrated with HVAC, security, blinds, and audiovisual systems for centralised control.

Yes, lighting scenes allow you to create preset settings for different activities such as meetings, presentations, dining, relaxation, entertainment, or security modes.

Yes, we offer system inspections, troubleshooting, software updates, repairs, reprogramming, and ongoing technical support.

Yes, we design lighting and control solutions tailored to the specific needs, aesthetics, functionality, and energy goals of each project.