Sailing yachts · 35–50 ft
Full navigation refit
- Twin chartplotters and radar
- New NMEA 2000 backbone
- Autopilot commissioned on sea trial
Marine electronics · Yachts & power boats 30–60 ft
Navigation, power and comms, installed properly.
One specialist, start to finish
I'm Chris Clarke, a marine electronics specialist with 25 years' experience working on yachts and power boats between 30 and 60 ft.
You deal with me directly, from the first on-site meeting, through the estimate and installation phases, to handover, sea trial and aftercare once the work is completed.
I have worked on boats in the UK, Norway and the Caribbean, so I know how electronics hold up in everything from cold northern waters to tropical heat and humidity.
- Manufacturer training
- Raymarine, Simrad, B&G
- Insurance
- £5,000,000 public liability with IRMC
- Coverage
- Shoreham to the Hamble River
- Boats
- Sail & power, 30–60 ft
Coverage · Shoreham to the Hamble River
On-site at marinas, yards & moorings
Services
What I can do for your boat
From a single new display to a full refit, every job is planned around how you actually use the boat.
Navigation
Chartplotters & radar
New installs and upgrades, multi-display helm layouts, and integration with existing instruments.
Steering
Autopilots
Supply, fit and sea-trial commissioning, including drive units, compasses and rudder feedback.
Networks
NMEA 2000 & 0183
Clean backbones, gateways between old and new kit, and tracing faults on networks that have grown over the years.
Comms & safety
VHF, DSC & AIS
Radio and AIS installs, antenna runs and splitters, and making sure your MMSI and GPS feed are set up correctly.
Power
Batteries, charging & solar
Battery upgrades and monitoring, chargers, alternator regulation, inverters and solar.
Diagnostics
Fault-finding & rewiring
Intermittent faults, tired wiring and pre-purchase or pre-season electrical checks, with a clear written report.
Typical projects
The kind of work I do
A few of the jobs owners most often ask me for.
Motor cruisers · 35–60 ft
Battery upgrade
- New house battery bank with monitoring
- Charger and alternator regulation
- Rewired distribution panel
Sail & power · 30–60 ft
AIS and comms install
- AIS transceiver on the network
- Antenna splitter and new cable run
- DSC radio set up with MMSI
Why CDC Maritime
Why owners choose me
Experience25 years working on yachts and power boats in the UK, Norway and the Caribbean.
One point of contactYou deal with me from the first on-site meeting through to sea trial and aftercare.
Trained & insuredManufacturer trained on Raymarine, Simrad and B&G, with £5,000,000 public liability cover.
FAQ
Common questions
Can you work on the boat while it's in the water?
Most jobs can be done afloat at your berth or mooring. Some work, such as through-hull transducers, needs the boat lifted. I'll tell you which when I give you an estimate.
Do you supply the equipment?
Yes, I can supply the equipment, or I can install equipment you have bought yourself.
Can you connect new equipment to my older instruments?
Often, yes. Gateways can link older NMEA 0183 equipment to a new NMEA 2000 network, so you don't always need to replace everything at once.
How far do you travel?
I cover the coast from Shoreham to the Hamble River, including Littlehampton, Chichester Harbour and Portsmouth. Further afield by arrangement.
How do estimates work?
For most jobs I will meet you on board to discuss your requirements, followed by a written estimate.
Are there marina fees?
Most marinas now charge contractors a daily fee to work in the marina. This fee will be passed on to you.
