Falmouth Marine & Yachting

What Falmouth Marine & Yachting does

Falmouth Marine & Yachting Center is a privately held boutique marina and full-service boatyard operating on the western shore of Falmouth Inner Harbor in Falmouth, Massachusetts (278 Scranton Ave, MA 02540). Founded in 1940 as Falmouth Marine Railways, the company was originally a key naval partner and supplier during World War II and has operated continuously for approximately 85 years. After completing two years of renovations during 2023-2025, the facility now operates under a rebranded identity emphasizing an upscale, personalized yachting experience. The infrastructure comprises 16 wet slips and 15 moorings for vessels up to 75 feet, seasonal indoor and outdoor storage capacity for up to 100 vessels up to 70 tons or 65 feet, and a comprehensive boatyard offering refits, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, varnish, carpentry, painting, fiberglass repair, upholstery, canvas, and rigging services for sailboats, motor yachts, trawlers, sport fish yachts, and center consoles. The company has particular expertise in classic and antique vessel restoration, a niche capability that differentiates it from larger commercial marinas.

The business generates revenue across four primary streams: seasonal and transient wet slip and mooring rentals (subscription/recurring), indoor and outdoor seasonal vessel storage with haul-out and launch services (subscription/recurring), professional boatyard and repair services (refits, mechanical, electrical, etc.), and ferry terminal fees from Cape & Islands Transport, which operates the exclusive high-speed Falmouth-to-Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard route from the marina's dock. Pricing is quote-based across all service lines with no public rate disclosure, and the customer acquisition model is direct-to-consumer via the website, email, telephone, and VHF radio channels 16 and 68. The customer base is composed of discerning individual boat owners, vessel captains, and fleet operators, plus secondary ferry traffic from island visitors. The company maintains a sister-marina fuel and provisioning arrangement with MacDougalls' across the creek, operates as a gateway to Vineyard Sound, Nantucket, and the Elizabeth Islands, and has no parent company, institutional backers, or public market listing. No management team, funding history, or financial disclosures are available in the source data.

Name

Falmouth Marine & Yachting

Legal name

Falmouth Marine & Yachting Center

Website

https://falmouthmarine.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1940

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Falmouth Marine & Yachting Center is a boutique marina and full-service boatyard in Falmouth, Massachusetts, offering 16 slips, 15 moorings, seasonal storage for up to 100 vessels, comprehensive yacht repair services, and exclusive ferry terminal access to Martha's Vineyard for discerning boat owners and island visitors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marina and Boatyard Services

NAICS

Marinas (713930), Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

SIC

Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730)

akta.pro primary industry

Yacht & Recreational Boat Service & Refit (TLAKAKAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Private Charters & Yacht Experiences (Crewed, Bareboat, Day Charters) (THAJAJAB)

Keywords

• Marina slip rentals
• Boat storage services
• Yacht repair boatyard
• Vessel refit restoration
• Passenger ferry service

Headquarters

HQ city

Falmouth

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Wet Slips & Moorings: Rental of 16 slips and 15 moorings for both seasonal and transient guests, providing direct access to Falmouth Inner Harbor and Vineyard Sound.
2. Boat Storage Services: Seasonal indoor and outdoor storage for up to 100 vessels with included haul out, power wash, setup, and launch services. Additional winter maintenance services available.
3. Boatyard & Repair Services: Full service boatyard offering refits, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, varnish, carpentry, painting, fiberglass repair, upholstery, canvas, and rigging services for a range of vessel types including sailboats, express yachts, motor yachts, trawlers, sport fish yachts, and center consoles.
4. Ferry Service: Exclusive ferry service from Falmouth to Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard operated by Cape & Islands Transport, departing from Falmouth Inner Harbor with valet parking and high-speed service.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Falmouth Marine & Yachting Center operates a boutique marina and full-service boatyard, offering 16 wet slips and 15 moorings for vessels up to 75 feet, seasonal indoor and outdoor storage for up to 100 vessels, and a comprehensive suite of vessel repair and refit services (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, varnish, carpentry, painting, fiberglass, upholstery, and rigging). The facility also serves as the exclusive Falmouth Inner Harbor departure point for the Cape & Islands Transport high-speed ferry to Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard.

Product overview

Falmouth Marine & Yachting Center operates as a boutique marina and full-service boatyard offering a unified portfolio of maritime services. The core offering comprises 16 wet slips and 15 moorings for vessels up to 75 feet, combined with seasonal and transient boat storage for up to 100 vessels. The company also operates the exclusive Falmouth-Edgartown ferry service to Martha's Vineyard via Cape & Islands Transport. Supporting these facilities is a comprehensive suite of turnkey vessel services including refit and restoration, mechanical, electrical and plumbing, varnish and carpentry, painting and fiberglass repair, upholstery, and rigging services—all designed to serve discerning boat owners seeking a personalized boutique experience.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Marina (Wet Slips & Moorings) Full-service marina offering 16 wet slips and 15 moorings for vessels up to 75 feet, available for both seasonal and transient guests with daytime dock assistance, providing direct access to Falmouth Inner Harbor and Vineyard Sound.
• Boat Storage Indoor and outdoor seasonal storage for up to 100 vessels up to 70 tons or 65 feet, including haul out, power wash, set up with blocks and stands, launch in spring, and shrink wrap services; additional winter maintenance services available.
• Falmouth-Edgartown Ferry Service High-speed ferry service connecting Falmouth Inner Harbor to Memorial Wharf in Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard, operated by Cape & Islands Transport, featuring valet parking and onboard amenities including a full galley and bar.
• Refit & Restoration Services Full service boatyard offering complete refits, restorations, and upgrades for sailboats, express yachts, motor yachts, trawlers, sport fish yachts, outboard yachts, and center consoles, with particular expertise in classic and antique vessels.
• Mechanical Services Comprehensive mechanical department experienced with inboard and outboard engines, marine generators, exhaust and fuel systems, diesel repair, and propeller repair.
• Electrical & Plumbing Services Installation and repair of all onboard plumbing, electrical and electronic systems including pumps, controls, sensors, refrigeration, heating, air conditioning, sanitation systems, freshwater systems, and instrumentation.
• Varnish, Refinish & Carpentry Expert brightwork restoration using proper sanding, cleaning, and maintenance techniques for teak and mahogany, plus marine carpentry for overhead, cabinetry, and fine woodworking details.
• Painting & Fiberglass Repair Professional hull painting, complete hull and deck paint jobs, and fiberglass and gel-coat repair services ensuring proper protection and aesthetic results.
• Boat Upholstery Complete boat upholstery and marine canvas services for indoor and outdoor seating and canvas, working with owners and designers for quality aesthetic results.
• Rigging Services Full-service rigging operation for sailing yachts including rigging survey and tuning, mast/spar installation and repair, standing and running rigging, custom splicing, hardware, furling systems, lifelines, hydraulic systems, winch service, and canvas and sail repair.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Feature2 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MacDougalls' MarinacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMacDougalls' is a sister marina located directly across the creek from Falmouth Marine. They provide fuel services including gasoline, diesel (low speed and high-speed pumps), ice, and fresh water. The MacDougalls' fuel dock operates 7 days a week from 7:00am-7:00pm Memorial Day through Labor Day.
• Cape & Islands TransportcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCape & Islands Transport operates the only ferry service from Falmouth to Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard. Falmouth Marine serves as the exclusive departure point for this direct ferry service, with high-speed catamaran service departing from Falmouth Inner Harbor and arriving at Memorial Wharf in Edgartown.
• Flying Bridge RestaurantminorOthersLocated within walking distance of Falmouth Marine, the Flying Bridge Restaurant provides waterfront dining options for marina guests.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Conanicut Marina: Jamestown, RI full-service marina with slips, moorings, storage, and boatyard services serving southern New England recreational boaters. Comparable scale, service mix, and target customer profile.
• Cape Marina: Falmouth-area full-service marina offering seasonal/transient slips, storage, fuel, and boatyard work. Same Cape Cod market, same Falmouth-area customer base, and overlapping service mix.
• Newport Yachting Center Marina: Newport, RI marina serving recreational and transient yachts with slips, moorings, and concierge services. Comparable boutique premium positioning and New England coastal customer base.
• Vineyard Haven Marina: Martha's Vineyard marina offering transient and seasonal slips, moorings, fuel, and boatyard services. Directly comparable in function and serves the same island-boater ecosystem at the ferry's destination end.
• MacDougalls' Cape Cod Marine Service: Sister marina located directly across the creek from Falmouth Marine. Provides complementary fuel, pump-out, and provisioning services to the same Falmouth Inner Harbor boating community and serves as a same-customer, same-geography peer.
• Hyannis Marina: Cape Cod full-service marina offering transient slips, storage, fuel, and boatyard services. Comparable in size, customer mix (recreational boaters and Cape/Islands travelers), and service breadth.
• Sesuit Marina: East Dennis, MA family-owned marina with slips, moorings, storage, and boatyard services targeting recreational Cape Cod boaters. Closely comparable scale, service mix, and target demographic to Falmouth Marine.

Broad incumbents

• Safe Harbor Marinas: Largest U.S. marina operator with a national portfolio of recreational marinas, storage, and boatyard services. Comparable in core marina + boatyard offering but vastly larger scale and corporate ownership profile.
• Suntex Marina Investors: Operator of a national portfolio of marinas, boatyards, and marine storage facilities. Competes for the same recreational slip and storage customer but at institutional scale across multiple regions.
• Hinckley Yacht Services: Established New England yacht builder, broker, and service operator with multiple marina and boatyard locations. Comparable in premium-yacht service capability and target customer, but operates at significantly greater scale across a broader footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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