Nanaimo Yacht Services and Stones Boatyard

What Nanaimo Yacht Services and Stones Boatyard does

Stones Boatyard Ltd, operating as Nanaimo Yacht Services and Stones Boatyard, is a private full-service marine boatyard and yacht services company headquartered at 104-1840 Stewart Ave, Nanaimo, British Columbia. Founded in 2008, the company operates an 83 US-ton Marine Travelift capable of lifting vessels up to 85 feet in length with a 19'10" beam — described as one of the largest on Vancouver Island. The facility combines a do-it-yourself boatyard, a professional repair shop, a certified inflatable repair service, an on-site chandlery, and dryland winter boat storage (November through February) on a single waterfront site.

The company serves primarily recreational boat owners across Vancouver Island (Nanaimo, Victoria, Comox, Courtenay, Campbell River, the Sunshine Coast, Metro Vancouver, and the Gulf Islands), with a secondary segment of commercial boaters. Core technical capabilities include engine and mechanical servicing (with authorized Yanmar diesel dealership status for central Vancouver Island), fiberglass and gelcoat repair, electrical and electronic installation, marine plumbing, mast and rigging work, fuel system servicing, bottom and topside painting (InterLux/Pettit), and yacht management and guardianage services.

Revenue is generated through three streams: professional service and labor fees (quote-based, pay-as-you-go), marine parts and supplies sales via both the physical chandlery store and an online e-commerce store shipping across Canada, and monthly subscription dryland boat storage during winter months. The go-to-market motion is sales-led, with direct customer interaction at the Nanaimo facility supplemented by online quote forms, website content marketing, social media, email marketing, and occasional event marketing such as Vancouver Boat Show DIY Garage seminars. Authorized dealer relationships with Yanmar, ZF Marine, PSS Shaft Seals, Planar, Vetus, TruDesign, Pacific Wave Inflatables, Land N Sea, and Canadian Nautical Charts underpin parts revenue and OEM-certified service work.

Name

Nanaimo Yacht Services and Stones Boatyard

Legal name

Stones Boatyard Ltd

Website

https://nanaimoboatyard.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Nanaimo Yacht Services and Stones Boatyard (Stones Boatyard Ltd) is a private Nanaimo, BC boatyard operating an 83-ton travelift, full-service repair shop, DIY boatyard, chandlery, and winter dry storage, serving recreational and commercial boat owners across Vancouver Island.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marine Boatyard and Yacht Services

NAICS

Ship Building and Repairing (336611), Support Activities for Water Transportation (4883)

SIC

Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730)

akta.pro primary industry

Yacht & Recreational Boat Service & Refit (TLAKAKAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Commercial Ship Repair & Drydocking (TLAKAKAA), Underwater Hull Inspection, Cleaning & Propeller Services (TLAKAKAJ), Quay & Waterfront Civil Works (Piers, Quays, Seawalls, Dredging, Revetments) (IMAJALAF)

Keywords

• Boat haulout services
• Marine repair maintenance
• Dryland boat storage
• Marine chandlery supplies
• Yacht management guardianage

Headquarters

HQ city

Nanaimo

HQ country

Canada

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. Service and Labor Fees: Revenue from boat repair, maintenance, haulout, and yacht services including mechanical repairs, engine servicing, hull repairs, painting, cleaning and detailing. Quotes provided for each job with rates varying by skill level required.
2. Marine Parts and Supplies Sales: Revenue from on-site chandlery store selling marine parts, antifoul paint, zinc and aluminum anodes, sealants, electrical and plumbing fittings, stainless fasteners, and other boating supplies.
3. Boat Storage: Revenue from dryland boat storage including winter storage from November through February. Monthly storage rates apply.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Nanaimo Yacht Services and Stones Boatyard operates a full-service marine boatyard in Nanaimo, BC, providing boat haulout via an 83-ton Marine Travelift, do-it-yourself work areas, professional mechanical and engine repairs, hull and fiberglass work, bottom painting, boat cleaning and detailing, inflatable repair, and yacht management/guardianage. The facility also includes a dryland winter boat storage yard and an on-site chandlery store selling marine parts and supplies, supported by an authorized Yanmar marine diesel engine dealership.

Product overview

Nanaimo Yacht Services and Stones Boatyard operates as a full-service marine boatyard and yacht services company offering both do-it-yourself facilities and professional contractor services. The core offering consists of an 83-ton Marine Travelift haulout facility, on-site repair shops for mechanical, electrical, fibreglass, and plumbing work, certified inflatable repair services, professional boat cleaning and painting, and dryland winter boat storage. The company also operates an on-site chandlery store and maintains Yanmar marine diesel engine dealership status as central Vancouver Island's Yanmar service centre. Additional services include yacht management and guardianage, mast and rigging services, and fuel system maintenance. The portfolio is unified under the Stones Boatyard brand, combining self-service facilities with full-service professional repair capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Boat Haulout and Travelift Services Professional haulout service for power and sail vessels up to 85 feet in length using an 83-ton Marine Travelift, with quick lift and full lift options. For recreational and commercial boat owners needing to remove vessels from the water for maintenance or repair.
• Do-It-Yourself Boatyard Self-service boatyard space where vessel owners can perform their own maintenance or hire approved on-site contractors. Includes pressure washing facilities, designated work areas, and environmental waste management. For boat owners who want hands-on involvement with their vessel servicing.
• Engine, Yacht and Boat Maintenance Mechanical and engine repair and servicing including Yanmar diesel engine servicing, marine transmission alignments, shaft and propeller repairs, and oil sampling and testing. For boat owners requiring propulsion and mechanical maintenance.
• Boat Cleaning and Detailing Professional boat cleaning and detailing delivered by a skilled in-house team, with deeper cleaning services provided through on-site expertise from Pro Boat Clean. For boat owners seeking hull and topside cleaning.
• Boat Painting Services Professional bottom painting and topside painting services by experienced marine painters, including antifouling paint application using Interlux and Pettit products. For boat owners needing antifouling or cosmetic paint work.
• Inflatable Repair and Servicing Certified repair technicians maintain and repair inflatable dinghies, RIBs, SIBs, and paddle boards, ranging from cleaning and annual servicing to complete refurbishment. For owners of inflatable tenders and paddle boards.
• Yacht Management and Guardianage Comprehensive yacht management program offering guardianage, boat care, and winter dry boat storage at Stones Marina and nearby locations. For boat owners who want their vessels looked after while away.
• Dryland Boat Storage Winter dry boat storage available from November through February at monthly rates in a professional, clean, environmentally friendly facility. For boat owners needing off-season land storage.
• Marine Chandlery Store On-site chandlery store stocking marine parts, accessories, antifoul paint, zinc and aluminum anodes, sealants, marine polish, electrical and plumbing fittings, stainless fasteners, and Yanmar marine diesel engine parts. For boat owners and marine service professionals needing parts and supplies.
• Yanmar Marine Diesel Engine Dealership Authorized Yanmar marine diesel engine sales and service centre carrying an extensive range of genuine Yanmar parts, with overnight availability for most items. For owners of Yanmar-powered vessels needing parts, service, or engine sales.
• Fiberglass and Gelcoat Repair Hull repairs including fiberglass repair, gelcoat chip repair, hull blister remediation, and window re-bedding. For boat owners needing structural or cosmetic hull restoration.
• Electrical and Electronic Installation Installation and upgrades for electronic and electrical systems aboard vessels, including bow thruster installation and marine electrical system work. For boat owners needing electrical refits or upgrades.
• Plumbing Installation and Repair

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Yanmar Marine EnginescoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized Yanmar dealership - central Vancouver Island's Yanmar marine diesel engine sales and service centre carrying an extensive range of genuine Yanmar parts in stock.
• InterLux PaintcoreTechnology or IntegrationPreferred paint partner. Stock antifoul paint from InterLux including top brands such as InterLux and Pettit.
• Pacific Wave InflatablesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Pacific Wave Inflatables.
• Land N SeaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Land N Sea marine products.
• TruDesign PlumbingcoreTechnology or IntegrationStocks TruDesign Plumbing components and products for boat plumbing systems.
• Canadian Nautical Charts and PublicationsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Canadian Nautical charts and publications.
• Pro Boat CleanminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOn-site expertise from Pro Boat Clean for deeper and more protective boat cleaning services.
• Nanaimo Yacht Charters & Sailing SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister company offering sailing and cruising yacht charters around the Pacific Northwest coastline and sailing courses accredited with Canadian Recreational Yachting Association (CRYA) and International Yacht Training (IYT).

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Granville Island Boatyard: Vancouver, BC-based full-service boatyard offering haulout, repairs, and chandlery to the recreational boating market. Directly comparable as a Lower Mainland DIY-plus-service yard competing for the same regional boater base.
• Bay Marine (Washington): Multi-location Pacific Northwest marine service and storage operator with haulout facilities. Comparable in combining boatyard services, storage, and parts retail for recreational and small commercial customers.
• Ancora Yacht Services: Anacortes, WA boatyard providing haulout, marine repair, and parts to Pacific Northwest cruisers. Comparable service mix and Pacific Northwest end-market, though located in the U.S. portion of the cruising grounds.

Regional players

• Camosun Boatyard (Victoria): Victoria-area boatyard serving Vancouver Island boaters with haulout and repair services. Comparable regional offering but based on the southern end of the Island, reducing direct overlap with the Nanaimo catchment.
• New England Boatworks: Full-service boatyard in Portsmouth, RI offering haulout, repairs, and storage to the Northeast recreational boating market. Comparable integrated service-and-storage model in a different geography.
• McKenzie Boatyard: Small BC boatyard providing haulout and repair to local recreational customers. Similar service model and DIY-friendly positioning, though smaller scale than Stones.

Broad incumbents

• Burr Brothers Yachts: Massachusetts-based full-service yacht yard with haulout, storage, and refit services. Comparable end-to-end service model serving recreational boaters, though operating in the U.S. Northeast market.
• Westport Shipyard: Larger Pacific Northwest shipyard offering haulout and repair across a broader vessel size range, including commercial work. Comparable capability set but materially larger scale and footprint.
• IYC (International Yacht Collection) Service Network: Yacht management and refit services provider serving large private yachts with a broader service portfolio than Stones. Comparable only at the management/guardianage layer; meaningfully larger in vessel size.

Others

• Land N Sea Distributing: Wholesale distributor of marine parts and accessories that Stones resells through its chandlery. Not a direct competitor but an ecosystem partner that defines the supply chain for the parts revenue line.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/pages/Nanaimo-Yacht-Services-and-Stones-Boatyard/144737338937438
• Xx.com/NYS_StonesBYard

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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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