ABOUT
US
This
is THE PLACE yacht owners can tap into my extensive
experience in all things marine. With a comprehensive list
of recommendations my clients can negotiate and close their
deal with confidence. It does not matter if its a new or
"experienced" vessel... knowing exactly what you're getting
into is essential to successful vessel ownership.
For 2
decades I have worked in the Marine Industry in almost every
capacity. I began rigging boats for a very large dealership
in San Francisco. 16' to 45' they came to me empty
fiberglass shells and left turn-key pleasure boats and
yachts. After 2 years I moved to Naples, Florida and
continued rigging. I was offered a position installing and
repairing marine electronics. That company was sold and Key
West was calling my name. I moved down and Campbell Yacht
Services was born. Working from the 5 star Galleon
Marina and Resort, I did everything from engine repair
to electronics, provisioning, crew procurement and
deliveries. I earned my Padi Dive Master Certification and
began racing J. boats as trimmer and navigator. We sailed to
class victories in both 1990 and 1991.
In the
spring of 1992 I left Key West on the delivery of a
lifetime... Executing a two handed Northern crossing of a
68' ketch to Barcelona. From Spain I traveled to Switzerland
and spent the summer working free lance on lakes Constance
and Lucerne. In 1993 I joined up with a good friend and
owner of a Diesel Service shop in Marco Island. I spent 8
years contributing "hands on" to the tremendous growth of
that shop (a factory dealer for Volvo, Yanmar and John
Deere.) This shop was known as the areas foremost authority
on Marine service and repair.
From
there, I was called upon to prepare surveys for friends and
clients. Completing:
• Over 2000 private and purchase surveys.
• Over 800 Insurance claims.
• On and Off-hire surveys of 100+ foot commercial cruising vessels.
• Established expert witness testimony and work.
• Numerous builder-importer surveys for new construction.
I've
owned my home here on Marco Island for 10 years now and I've
been here as a full-time resident since 1993. We are here to
stay. I am married to Kathy and have been blessed with two boys and a girl! I'm here, I
know my business and rest assured, I can identify every
system on any boat. I know how it works, how it should look
and perhaps more importantly how it shouldn't look! I am an
independent Surveyor Associate of
SAMS,
and member of
ABYC.
Utilizing the standards of both along with my extensive
experience in engines and hulls, you get the comprehensive
report that you need to make proper investment and insurance
decisions. I serve clients from all over the globe.
"Your
best interests and the safety of your family are my #1
concerns."
Office:
239-389-9769
Mobile:
239-248-7460
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