Location
Pointe a Pitre, Guadeloupe
Facility
A full service facility
Floating Dock
700 tons
Alongside berthing
200m+ deep-water
IMM Guadeloupe
Your full service European-quality refit yard in the Caribbean
With significant haul out facilities in the heart of the Caribbean, IMM Guadeloupe offers full-service refit and maintenance facilities only half a day away from the superyacht hubs of St Barths and St Maarten.
Guadeloupe is easily accessible from Europe, with daily flights from Paris. From the US, Guadeloupe can be reached on a daily basis. The IMM Guadeloupe base is only a 15-minute drive from the international Airport.
"The floating drydock at Guadaloupe is a great facility. The easy airline connections to Europe and USA allow for quick delivery of spare parts for yachts. I am very happy to recommend International Marine Management to other yacht captains and I hope that your enterprise goes from strength to strength."
Brent Westwood, Captain of MY Lady Ann Magee
Key Information about Logistics in Guadeloupe
- Very quick transit of goods from continental Europe and the United States (generally no more than 48 hours from departure to delivery to vessel)
- European rules apply, including for temporary importation (VAT-free works and deliveries).
- Preferential VAT rate of 8.5%
- Customs clearance is quick, methodical and painless
- Located in an ISPS facility providing safety, security and peace of mind
- Distance to airport: 7km
Facilities
700T Floating Dock
- 55m max length
- 4m max draft
- 17m max width
On the Hard
- Tarmac of over 2300m2
- Shed/workshop approx. 650m2
In-Water
- 200m of alongside berthing
- Stern-to berthing for yachts up to 85m
- Up to 12m draft
Numerous certified and insured cranes ranging from 35T – 400T
Climate-controlled workspace for carbon/composite works (15-17 degrees)
Facilities to cook up to 120 degrees
Top quality riggers as well as fiberglass/carbon technicians, class-certified welders, yacht-standard painting and teak works, and technicians in all fields (hydraulics, electrics, AC, etc.)
Crew Life
Guadeloupe is a stunning destination that offers a diverse range of experiences for those looking to explore the island’s natural beauty, culture, and history. With its lush rainforests and pristine beaches, it provides a perfect backdrop for outdoor activities such as snorkeling, diving, kayaking, wind surfing, kiteboarding, canyoning, hiking, and more! For those who like to keep their BPM under 120, there are a number of historic sites, museums, beautiful white and dark sand beaches, Rum distilleries, and cultural events.
- IMM will facilitate your crew’s stay by helping you with accommodation and transportation and providing you with information and tips to make your stay memorable.
- As a French territory, entry requirements are similar to those for EU countries, which means that most won’t need a visa if the stay doesn’t exceed 3 months.
"I cannot speak highly enough about the efficiency, professionalism and expertise that exists within the facility it matched any shipyard I had been in previously"
Brucy Handyside, Captain of MY JO