We have recently taken over a new workshop in the boat yard and have made an immediate start to refurbish it.

An update the work on the Sunseeker Apache 45 “The shirley Bee”. As you can see the engines have been sand blasted and primer has been applied, now they are ready for their new paint job.

Work being carried out in Puerto Colon,Tenerife:

Just letting you know how the work is going on the Sunseeker Apache 45 ‘The Shirley Bee’, We have removed the three engines from the boat and are preparing them for a good paint job. At the same time we are replacing some engine parts for new and repairing others.

We have just lifted the Sunseeker Apache 45 ‘The Shirley Bee’ out of the water, she is starting to look a little tired and is ready for some ‘TLC’. The first stage will be to remove the stern drive,and to lift the engine out of the engine room so we can give them a complete overhaul. We will keep you updated on her progress. 

What a proud moment, landing a huge fish like this whopping 3 metre, 600 kilo Marlin, caught a few days ago just off Puerto Colon, Tenerife. It took 4 men and a crane lift, some 40 minutes to tame this monster, but with all that strain, it could have ended in damage to the boat. The key is to ensure that your boat or yacht is regularly maintained by experts.

Canary Islands Marine, based in Puerto Colon, have years of experience, and know what to look for on your vessel, to give you advance warning of any potential problems. If the worse happens, then we are well equipped to carry out quick and lasting repairs, so you aren’t left like a fish out of water.

For the large fish in the picture, getting caught was not the only bad luck it suffered, one of the fishermen aboard was Rafael Carrasco, a chef at Kabuki Restaurant on the Abama Golf and Spa Resort, a short trip down the coast. At least the diners at the restaurant will be able to enjoy the Marlin for many days to come, and the chef will have a tale to tell of the one that didn’t get away.

Fomento, the Spanish ministry for promotion, have just announced some sobering figures for all those out and about on the oceans. In 2008 there were 1,787 sea emergencies in Spanish waters, and 52 % of them were involving recreational craft.

The Canary Islands are a beautiful and alluring playground for all boats and yachts, and there are endless ways to have fun and enjoy natures bounty. Canary Islands Marine want you to get the best out of your boat, that’s why they offer a full range of service and safety upgrades to keep you all ship shape.

Our experienced team know all the pitfalls of ocean life and are up to date with the latest technology that can help to look after you out there. Maybe you are going into uncharted waters, we can help you, our team have vast experience on the sea and have tried most ports and marinas. Pop in to Puerto Colon and see what we can do to enhance your sea pleasure, and above all have fun out there.