Yacht painting in Thailand, from our Ocean Marina base
In Thailand, Superyacht Painters works through Yacht Refit Asia Co., Ltd., based at Ocean Marina in Na Jomtien, Sattahip, on the Eastern Seaboard near Pattaya. From here we deliver superyacht painting, fairing, paint repairs, GRP and composite work and refit project management for yachts over 30 metres, both at the marina and at yards elsewhere in the country, including Bangkok.
Thailand has been part of our story for many years. Our Thailand project record covers full repaints, new builds and complex repairs, and the same team now also operates from our Singapore head office at ST Marine Engineering and in Haiphong, Vietnam.
“Their painting and repair services consistently meet and exceed superyacht standards, a level of quality demonstrably rare within the Asian region.”
Captain Paul Stanton, M/Y Victon 41 m & M/Y Asian Poseidon 40 m · Thailand
Based at Ocean Marina, Jomtien, near Pattaya
Our Thailand branch sits inside Ocean Marina Jomtien at Na Jomtien, Sattahip, on the Gulf of Thailand coast just south of Pattaya and about 90 minutes from Bangkok. Ocean Marina describes itself as Southeast Asia’s largest marina and Thailand’s largest marina resort complex, with around 450 berths behind a 1.5 km breakwater, a dedicated superyacht berth, hardstand and a boatyard with straddle-carrier haul-out. It holds Platinum 5 Gold Anchor and Superyacht Ready accreditation from the Marina Industries Association.
For owners and captains this means paint repairs, fairing and refit work can often be carried out while the yacht lies at her berth or on the hardstand, with our team on site rather than mobilising from elsewhere. Yachts visiting Pattaya, Jomtien or the eastern Gulf of Thailand can be inspected quietly at the marina before any programme is agreed. Yacht Refit Asia is listed among the marina’s on-site tenants on Ocean Marina’s own website. Enquiries: info@yachtrefitasia.com.
Paint repairs and metallic blending at Ocean Marina
Not every yacht needs a full repaint. On M/Y Victon, 41 m, at Ocean Marina we carried out repairs and extensive painting work, including blending of metallic finishes. Metallic and effect finishes are among the least forgiving to repair, because the colour and orientation of the pigment must match the surrounding paint at every viewing angle. Good results depend on accurate colour identification, careful masking strategy and an applicator who knows the specific system.
Bangkok: superyacht refits and finishing work
Our Bangkok work includes M/Y Sea Pearl, 60 m, at Bangkok Dock, now delivered: she was faired and repainted in Alexseal yacht coatings across the whole exterior and the engine room, together with the underwater area, the swimming pool and a partial interior fit-out including furniture brightwork, all to a high superyacht standard. Alexseal finishing on large topsides like hers relies on boom-lift access. Also at Bangkok Dock, S/Y Merrymaid, the 34 m Camper & Nicholsons gaff cutter of 1904, received fairing repairs and a full Awlgrip repaint by roller, brush and tip. At Italthai Marine Shipyard we faired and painted S/Y Douce France, the 42 m VPLP-designed catamaran that was the world's largest sailing catamaran when she was launched in 1998. Painting in Thailand means working with heat, humidity and seasonal rain, so programme planning, environmental control and recorded application conditions matter as much as the paint itself.
“Thank you, Superyacht Painters for a great paint job against all the odds in Bangkok in tough conditions, hot and wet, yet you never faulted, you have transformed us into a beautiful yacht.”
Captain Les Dunn · S/Y Merrymaid 34 m
Thailand project record (30m+)
- M/Y Sea Pearl, 60 m, Bangkok Dock: faired and repainted in Alexseal yacht coatings, including all exterior and the engine room, plus partial interior fit-out including furniture brightwork, the underwater area and the swimming pool.Delivered
- S/Y Douce France, 42 m, the world's largest sailing catamaran when she was launched in 1998: fairing repairs and full painting of hull, topsides and superstructure in Awlgrip, plus underwater systems, at Italthai Marine Shipyard.Delivered
- M/Y Victon, 41 m: repairs and extensive painting work.Delivered
- S/Y Mirabella 1, 40 m: new build, full fairing and painting in Awlgrip.Delivered
- S/Y Silverlining, 34 m: new build, full fairing and painting in Hempel Yacht. ABS Approved.Delivered
- S/Y Merrymaid, 34 m, Bangkok Dock: 1904 Camper & Nicholsons classic; fairing repairs and full repaint by roller, brush and tip using Awlgrip topcoat, plus a new underwater system and brightwork.Delivered
Catamaran projects
- Powerplay Catamarans, 41 ft to 63 ft (Thailand): fairing repairs and exterior painting works.Delivered
- Yapluka Yachts, 60, 70 and 90 ft catamarans (France): 3 new build catamarans. Fairing and painting using Awlgrip paint system to a high superyacht standard.Delivered
- S/Y Imagine Heaven, 65 ft (France): new build catamaran. Full fairing and painting using Awlgrip paint system in Caen, France.Delivered
The full list, including smaller yachts, is on our projects page.
“Without fail, their exceptional work consistently meets the rigorous quality standards set by the marine industry.”
Michel Royer, Service Manager, Simpson Marine · Thailand
Services in Thailand
- Superyacht painting and fairing: Awlgrip, Alexseal, International and Jotun systems, from localised repairs to full repaints.
- GRP and composite repair: structural laminate repair, carbon modifications and osmosis treatment.
- Refit project management: specification, tendering, yard coordination, budgets and documentation.
- Reporting: the YRA Project Status App, with twice-daily work photos and paint application reports.
Jotun Australia has confirmed in writing that it supports our work in the region:
“… we are working closely with Mr Scott Taylor of Yacht Refit Asia for the securing and application of Marine coatings for various projects in Thailand and other South East Asian countries.”
Frank Brown, National Marine Manager, Jotun Australia Pty Ltd
Comparing topcoats? Read our Awlgrip vs Alexseal guide, see the company profile, or return to the homepage.
Frequently asked questions
Where is your Thailand office?
Yacht Refit Asia Co., Ltd., 167/5 Unit 27, Ocean Marina, Na Jomtien, Sattahip, Chon Buri 20250, Thailand. Ocean Marina is our regional base in Thailand.
Do you work outside Ocean Marina?
Yes. Our Thailand record includes work in Bangkok, including M/Y Sea Pearl (60 m) at Bangkok Dock and S/Y Merrymaid (34 m), and S/Y Douce France (42 m), the world's largest sailing catamaran when she was launched in 1998, at Italthai Marine Shipyard. Tell us where the yacht lies and we will confirm mobilisation.
Can you repair and blend metallic finishes?
Yes. On M/Y Victon, 41 m, at Ocean Marina we carried out extensive paint repairs including blending of metallics to a superyacht-finish standard.
Do you handle new builds in Thailand as well as refits?
Yes. Our Thailand record includes new-build fairing and painting on S/Y Mirabella 1 (40 m, Awlgrip) and S/Y Silverlining (34 m, Hempel Yacht, ABS Approved).