Bert Jabin Yacht Yard

What Bert Jabin Yacht Yard does

Bert Jabin Yacht Yard (BJYY) is a privately held, family-owned full-service marina and yacht yard founded in 1959 on Back Creek in Annapolis, Maryland. The facility is operated by Rod Jabin, son of founder Bert Jabin, and is recognized as one of the largest Certified Clean Marina facilities in the middle Chesapeake Bay region. The company provides in-water dockage, dry stack storage, land storage, professional haul/launch, and an on-site ecosystem of more than 25 independent marine service providers covering rigging, electrical, mechanical, painting, canvas, and yacht sales and brokerage. BJYY serves recreational boat owners, racing sailors, transient cruisers, and seasonal storage customers with vessels ranging from 20 to 55+ feet, and is distinguished by heavy-lift equipment, environmental compliance infrastructure, and a multi-generational reputation for service quality.

The underlying operation is asset-intensive rather than software-driven. Core infrastructure includes 75-ton and 50-ton travel lifts, two 35-ton travel lifts, a 30-ton crane, multiple forklifts, hydraulic trailers, and an automated SpeedyDock-driven dry-stack system holding nearly 200 boats with 30-minute launch lead times. Revenue is generated through a mix of recurring monthly and annual slip rentals, dry-stack and land storage agreements, seasonal winter storage (November 1 through March 31), per-event haul and launch services, retail from the on-site Back Creek Cafe & Boat Supply, and facility arrangements with on-site contractors. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer, relying on the bjyy.com website, organic search, content marketing, marina directories, social media, and word-of-mouth; all services are delivered at the single Annapolis facility with no intermediaries or external sales force.

Name

Bert Jabin Yacht Yard

Legal name

Bert Jabin's Yacht Yard, Inc.

Website

https://bjyy.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1959

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Bert Jabin Yacht Yard is a third-generation, family-owned full-service marina and yacht yard in Annapolis, Maryland, offering wet slips, dry-stack boatel, land storage, and haul/launch services to recreational and racing boat owners on the Chesapeake Bay.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marina and Yacht Yard Services

NAICS

Marinas (71393), Marinas (713930), Ship Building and Repairing (336611), Port and Harbor Operations (48831)

SIC

Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730)

akta.pro primary industry

Dry Docking & Dockyard Operations (Graving/Floating Docks, Docking Services) (TLAHAMAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Launch & Retrieval Infrastructure (Slipways, Cradles, Travel Lifts, Launching Systems) (IMAJALAE), Ship Docking/Undocking & Drydock Towage (TLAHAHAD), Quay & Waterfront Civil Works (Piers, Quays, Seawalls, Dredging, Revetments) (IMAJALAF)

Keywords

• Marina services
• Yacht storage
• Boat slip rentals
• Haul and launch
• Marine contractors

Headquarters

HQ city

Annapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Wet Slip Rentals: In-water dockage at over 200 wet slips accommodating power and sail vessels 20'-55' (larger slips available for short-term). Provides 30 amp/50 amp power and water hookups. Available on daily, monthly, and annual rental agreements.
2. Boatel Dry Stack Storage: High-and-dry rack storage for nearly 200 boats. Monthly and annual storage plans available. Includes SpeedyDock scheduling for launches. Handles powerboats up to 35' and sailboats up to 28'.
3. Boat Slip Rentals: Wet slip rental agreements for vessels with 30 amp/50 amp power and water. Slips sized for vessels 20'-55'. Boatlifts available for powerboats under 20,000 lbs and LOA under 40 for annual rental.
4. Land Storage: Over 25 acres of land storage for boats on the hard. Includes daily and monthly land storage options for boats needing maintenance, repair, long-term storage, or brokerage services.
5. Haul and Launch Services: Travel lift services for hauling and launching vessels year-round. Services include survey hauls, bottom washing, transport loading/unloading, contractor work area moves, and Back Creek towing. Charges apply per service.
6. Marine Contractor Services: Revenue from approximately 25 on-site independent marine service providers offering repairs, maintenance, and specialized marine work. BJYY provides infrastructure and facilities while contractors serve end customers.
7. Winter Storage: Seasonal storage from November 1 - March 31 requiring minimum three-month commitment. First come, first serve reservations with limited space. Includes land storage for boats during ice and snow months.
8. Back Creek Cafe & Boat Supply Retail: On-site cafe serving breakfast and lunch plus marine supply store selling detailing products, maintenance supplies, food, drinks, ice, and boat essentials.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Bert Jabin Yacht Yard operates a full-service marina and yacht yard on Back Creek in Annapolis, Maryland. The company provides wet slip dockage for 200+ vessels, high-and-dry boatel (dry stack) storage for nearly 200 boats, land and winter storage on more than 25 acres, and haul/launch services via 75-ton travel lifts. It also serves as the host facility for over 25 on-site independent marine contractors offering repair, rigging, engine, electrical, canvas, and yacht management services.

Product overview

Bert Jabin Yacht Yard (BJYY) is a full-service marina and yacht yard offering an integrated portfolio of marine services centered around boat storage, maintenance, and access to Chesapeake Bay. The core offering combines wet slips, high-and-dry boatel (dry stack storage), and land storage with supporting haul/launch capabilities using professional travel lifts. The service ecosystem is complemented by over 25 on-site marine contractors providing repair, rigging, electrical, mechanical, and other specialized services, plus amenities including a café, laundry facilities, and live camera monitoring. This is a traditional marina service business—not a software platform—with individual services functioning as interconnected modules within a single facility rather than standalone software products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Wet Slips (Boat Slips) In-water dockage accommodations providing sheltered mooring on Back Creek for vessels 20'-55' in size, with 30 amp/50 amp power and water hookups. Available on daily, monthly, and annual rental agreements for individual boat owners seeking protected slip access on the Chesapeake Bay.
• Boatel Dry Stack Storage Dry stack boat storage rack system with capacity for nearly 200 boats, using SpeedyDock scheduling for 30-minute launch lead time. Handles powerboats up to 35' and sailboats up to 28', with monthly and annual plans for boat owners preferring high-and-dry storage.
• Land Storage Short-term and long-term land storage on more than 25 acres of hardstand for boats needing maintenance, repair, brokerage services, or extended outdoor storage, including space for masts, keels, cradles, and trailers.
• Winter Storage Seasonal land storage service for boats requiring winterization, operating November 1 through March 31 with a minimum three-month commitment at special storage rates for boat owners needing off-season protection.
• Haul and Launch Services Vessel hauling and launching using 35, 50, and 75 ton travel lifts with maximum capacity of 75 tons, maximum beam 20.5 feet, and maximum draft 10 feet. Services include survey hauls, bottom washing, transport loading/unloading, contractor workshop moves, and Back Creek towing, priced per service.
• Yard Services (Repair and Maintenance Coordination) Complete marine repair and maintenance coordination via the on-site contractor ecosystem of more than 25 independent, insured service providers covering fiberglass repairs, gelcoat, engine repair, rigging, electrical work, refrigeration, fabrication, painting, and refitting for boat owners needing full-service repair support.
• Racing Services Specialized support for racing class sailors including a Dry Sail Program to keep race bottoms clean between events, mast stepping and unstepping, keel removal and installation, and cradle assembly for boats with draft under 11 feet.
• Boatlift Slips Self-service boatlift slips for powerboats under 20,000 lbs and overall length under 40 feet, offered on an annual rental basis for owners wanting self-managed in-water lift storage.

Quantifiable outcome

• Capture and recycle 100% of water used in power spraying boat bottoms
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

30 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Annapolis Boat Service, Inc.coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerOn-site contractor specializing in total restorative boat services including fiberglass repairs, gelcoat repairs, AwlGrip painting, varnish work, custom fabrication, and accident/storm/collision repairs. Located at BJYY with facility in the yard.
• Annapolis RiggingcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerFull service in-house marine rigging and hydraulic shop with rigging inspections, lifelines, standing rigging, running rigging, and fabrication services. Dealer for quality rigging products.
• CL RiggingcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerComprehensive rigging services for wire, rod, and composite rigging; all sail handling systems; insurance inspections; project consulting. Dealers for Leisure Furl, Selden, Harken, Hayn, Doyle Sails.
• Crusader Yacht SalescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFull-service yacht dealership representing Jeanneau, Excess, Tartan, and Legacy Yachts, plus full-service brokerage for used power and sailboats. Located at BJYY with 40+ years in business. Professional yacht brokers providing sales and service.
• Electronic Marine AnnapoliscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerFull-service dealer for marine electronic and electrical systems providing sales, installation, and service. Operates from BJYY location.
• Forbes Horton YachtscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLuxury yacht sales professionals dealing in new and pre-owned power and sail yachts. Dealers for X-Yachts, Baltic, Leonardo, and Latitude Yachts.
• Full Keel Marine ServicescoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMobile marine service for diesel engines and power generation systems with 30+ years experience. Factory-trained technicians representing Volvo-Penta, Westerbeke, and Phasor Marine brands.
• Hei-Tide MarinecoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerYacht maintenance company providing ShipDek installation, detailing, ceramic coating, maintenance washes, interior cleaning, bilge cleaning, bottom painting, teak cleaning/varnishing, shrink wrapping, and decking services.
• Horton Marine ServicescoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerExpert repair and maintenance of refrigeration, air conditioning, and electrical systems aboard vessels.
• Kato MarinecoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSpecializing in finely finished high-quality stainless and aluminum custom fabrications for the marine world.
• Lunbar MarinecoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMobile service technicians specializing in all ship's systems with 17 years of excellence. NMEA, Garmin, and ABYC certified. Dealers for Frigoboat, Vitrofrigo, Dometic refrigeration, Cruisair, Mase generators, Victron, Garmin, Raymarine, B&G, Simrad electronics.
• M Yacht ServicescoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerFull-service repair and refit marine company specializing in rigging and spars, machining and fabrication, fiberglass and gelcoat, carpentry, and repair/upgrade of electrical, electronic, mechanical, and plumbing systems.
• Mid-Atlantic Marine ElectronicscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSales, installation, service, and calibration of marine electronic systems. Provides event and fleet support plus in-house training. Dealers for Airmar, ANCOR, B&G, CMAP, Dakota Lithium, Digital Yacht, Expedition, Fusion, Garmin, GAM Electronics, Globalstar, Havis, ICOM, Iridium, Lowrance, Navionics, Peplink, Simrad, Scanstrut, Victron Energy.
• North Point Yacht SalescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHighly respected new boat dealer and high-quality brokerage. Authorized Yamaha and Mercury outboard engine service; seasonal services, repairs, refinishing, custom work, and standard maintenance.
• Portside MarinecoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerComplete marine diesel engine maintenance and repair. Dealer for Yanmar marine engines and Kohler generators. Electrical upgrades.
• Prestige Yacht ManagementcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerOn-call and routine detailing, mechanical service, cosmetic repair, bottom paint, shrink wrap, and yacht management services.
• True North YachtingcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMultifaceted marine service for electronic/electrical installations, mechanical service, troubleshooting. Yamaha and Mercury trained outboard service technicians. 1300 sq ft paint facility with full-time paint/fiberglass repair employees. Specializes in commissioning 25-30 new yachts per year. TWIC-certified employees.
• Yacht Canvas Inc.coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerCustom manufacturing of canvas needs for power and sailboats: dodgers, biminis, enclosures, sailcovers, cushions, awnings, covers. Authorized dealer for Ships Dek Marine Decking, Outland Hatch Covers, Atlantic Towers.
• The Rigging CompanycoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerComplete custom rigging products and services with 100+ years combined experience. Dealers for BSI, C.S Johnson, New England Ropes, Lewmar, Sailtec, Ronstan, Spinlock, Hall, Schaefer, Marlow, Forespar, Harken, Sta-Lok, Hood, Awlgrip, Hayn Marine, Andersen, Selden, Sparcraft, Wichard, Profurl, Facno.
• Beasley MarinecoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHighly trained boatbuilders and painters specializing in composite components, vessel upgrades, and repairs. Experience includes complete repaints of MJM powerboats to upgrades on high-end cruising and Grand Prix racing yachts.
• Chesapeake Dockside Services, LLCcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMobile marine repairs, installations, and services. ABYC, NMEA, and Project Management Certified for on-site, on-time, accurately estimated services.
• East Coast Yacht SalescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHigh-quality dealership and brokerage representing Axopar and Targa brands for day boating to extended voyages.
• Saltworks Marine ServicecoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMobile marine service specializing in Yamaha outboards, Volvo Penta gas I/O, Mercury Marine engines. Services include standard maintenance, engine rebuild, repower, mechanical survey, winterizing, commissioning.
• Walczak Yacht Brokerage ServicecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFull-service yacht brokerage including dockage, detailing, management, service, deliveries, orientation. Buyer's broker representation on east coast. Licensed in Florida and members of IYBA. Open 7 days.
• Williams' Yacht ManagementminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerCaptain services, vessel commissioning, bottom painting, detailing, and shrink wrapping services.
• Simpson Marine ServicescoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerExpert marine maintenance, repair, and installation services for recreational and commercial vessels. Specializing in marine systems diagnostics, preventative maintenance, mechanical repairs, upgrades, and on-site mobile service.
• Anne Arundel Dive ServicescoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerOff-site diving contractor providing underwater services. Trusted vendor meeting BJYY insurance requirements to operate in the yard.
• Atlantic Boat TransportcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMarine trucking service for boat transport along the East Coast. Off-site contractor meeting BJYY insurance requirements.
• Chesapeake Soda BlastingminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSoda blasting contractor for hull preparation and paint removal. Off-site contractor meeting BJYY insurance requirements.
• SpeedyDockcoreTechnology or IntegrationBoatel scheduling software platform used by BJYY for automated launch/haul appointment scheduling. Customers schedule vessel launches via SpeedyDock app/website with 30-minute lead time for launches.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Port Annapolis Marina: Annapolis marina operator providing wet slips, storage, and marine services to the same local and transient Chesapeake Bay boating market as BJYY.
• Herrington Harbour North / South: Large Chesapeake Bay marinas on the Western Shore with wet slips, dry storage, haul/launch, and on-site marine services, serving the same Mid-Atlantic recreational boating customer base as BJYY.
• Hinckley Yacht Services: Full-service yacht yard and brokerage network operating across the Chesapeake Bay and Northeast, offering haul/launch, storage, and marine services that directly overlap with BJYY's premium service positioning.
• Yacht Haven Marina (Annapolis): Annapolis-based full-service marina offering slips, storage, and yacht services in direct competition for Annapolis-boom transients and seasonal slip customers.
• Liberty Marina (Annapolis area): Regional Chesapeake Bay marina offering slip rentals, storage, and service capabilities that overlap with BJYY's wet slip, boatel, and haul/launch offerings.

Regional players

• Severna Park Marina / South River Marina area marinas: Other Chesapeake Bay marinas on the Western Shore competing for the same recreational boating customer base with overlapping slip, storage and haul/launch services.

Broad incumbents

• D-Marin: International premium marina operator with full-service offerings (slips, storage, concierge, technical services) at the upscale end where BJYY competes for premium boating customers.
• IGY Marinas: Global network of premium marinas with slip, storage, and concierge services targeting yacht owners — a broader competitor for high-end slip rental and service dollars across geographies.
• Safe Harbor Marinas: Largest U.S. marina consolidator with broad slip, storage, and service offerings across many regions — represents the 'corporate operations' competitive archetype BJYY explicitly contrasts itself against.
• Suntex Marinas: Large U.S. marina owner/operator with diversified properties; relevant as an institutional consolidator benchmarking acquisition value for similar full-service yacht yards.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/JabinYachtYard
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/bert-jabin-yacht-yard
• Instagraminstagram.com/bertjabinyachtyard

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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