Maintenance8 min
Create a boat maintenance plan: from manuals to a dependable routine
Turn manuals, engine hours and your seasonal rhythm into a realistic maintenance plan for your boat.
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Knowledge aboard
Practical guidance for maintenance, engineering, documentation and the long-term value of your boat.
MaintenanceEngineeringSeasonalDocumentationCostsLogbookBuying & sellingSafety
Engineering6 min
How to document engine hours and use them for maintenance
Keep consistent operating-hour readings, meter changes and service intervals for every engine and generator.
Read articleSeasonal9 min
Winterize your boat: a structured storage checklist
Prepare storage, frost protection, batteries, records and the next launch systematically.
Read articleDocumentation7 min
Organize boat documents digitally: a structure that lasts
Organize invoices, manuals, insurance, surveys and photos into a traceable boat record.
Read articleCosts7 min
Track boat costs realistically: beyond berth and fuel
Use consistent categories to understand running costs, maintenance and long-term investment.
Read articleLogbook7 min
Keep a digital logbook: entries that remain useful
A practical guide to consistent voyage, weather, crew and technical records.
Read articleBuying & selling9 min
Buying a used boat: documents that reveal its history
Review ownership, maintenance, modifications, damage and surveys before buying a used boat.
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Selling a boat: prepare a convincing sales dossier
Present equipment, care, investment and known issues transparently with a structured boat record.
Read articleSafety8 min
Safety equipment aboard: keep inspections and dates visible
Document life-saving appliances, extinguishers, signals and other safety equipment consistently.
Read articleDocumentation7 min
Find a boat manual online: identify the correct version
Find, verify and preserve manufacturer manuals for engines, electronics and onboard systems.
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