Kyle worked with us including for our biannual haulout and survey taking responsibility for engineering and maintenance tasks. He communicated effectively with and monitored the progress of contractors and completion was achieved within a highly compressed timetable enabling us to meet our ongoing commitments in the Cook Strait.
Matthew R
Kyle was instrumental in the implementation of cloud-based vessel management software as an Engineer on our vessels. He is knowledgeable and approachable and has a safety-first approach to handling vessels, maintaining their engineering, and servicing requirements. We would highly recommend Kyle to take care of your vessel needs
Amy - QHSE Manager, Seaworks
Manaia Marine were involved in several big and complicated projects. All was done very professionally and in an exact way with quick response. Kyle Taylor had given wise solutions for the various problems. All was done with kindness and a fair price.
Highly recommended.
Dana and Zalman, SV Pelican1
Manaia Marine has polished and serviced our boat, and done some electrical and systems repairs. Kyle is now organising the haul out and managing all the contractors who need to come work on it. We have been delighted with the friendly and responsive service as well as the excellent quality of the work done!
Cathy Sneyd
Highly recommend Manaia Marine. Kyle & crew have been great to work with for our boat upgrades, repairs & maintenance. Was very nice to have a single individual who could facilitate the various types of service or repairs needed. We purchased a 46’ Dolphin catamaran that was older but in good solid condition. She was however ready for some upgrades & maintenance.
Kyle facilitated adding a generator, dive compressor with tank system, upgraded electrical system & completed routine boat bottom maintenance. Kyle & his crew had a willing attitude to help create what we wanted on the boat and yet the experience to share when it might be best to adjust. They also were always honest enough to say “I don’t know but let me see what I can find out.” We now are enjoying all those upgrades sailing & diving in the South Pacific. Great job to all at Manaia Marine!
Kyle and his team are fantastic. No end to the things they can handle for you, always happy to make themselves available, and extremely conscientious about ensuring the job is always done well.
We engaged them for mechanical surveys, basic maintenance, propshaft work, marine electronics, plumbing and even a cleaning. I wouldn’t hesitate to engage them again for anything from a deep cleaning to a full mechanical/electrical refit.