We recently completed several weeks of scheduled maintenance for M/Y Eau La La at our IMM Guadeloupe shipyard. The work list required multiple trades and highlighted the strength of our multidisciplinary teams.
Alongside Operations: Interior & Mechanical Works
During the first phase, while the yacht was alongside the quay, our teams carried out detailed joinery and metalwork within guest areas, requiring both structural precision and high-end finishing. At the same time, the team worked on a small section of the teak decks located on the yacht’s aft beach area. A few slats had come loose and detached. They were restored and rebounded with an improved bonding process to ensure a stronger and longer-lasting adhesion.
At the same time, essential mechanical servicing was performed. Engines and generators received scheduled maintenance, and a complete thickness-measurement survey was conducted inside the engine room to assess structural integrity.
Floating Dock Phase: Structural & Underwater Works
Following completion of the alongside works, the yacht was transferred to our floating dock for more extensive structural repairs.
Our composite specialists undertook major repairs to the stabilizer fin and reconstructed a roll-damping keel that had been torn off. These composite repairs required expertise and skill to ensure the necessary structural reinforcement while also delivering yachting standard finish.
The hull team simultaneously carried out a full cleaning and preparation of the underwater area, applied fresh antifouling, and treated all propulsion components with Propspeed.
Finishing Touches
In the forward section, our welding team straightened and re-welded the bow protection plates before completing a mirror-polished finish to restore the original shine, combining functionality with refined aesthetics.
A Coordinated Technical Stop
IMM, through its internal technical expertise, handled the full scope of works for M/Y Eau La La: mechanical, composite works, teak and joinery and metalworks. Careful planning and cross-department coordination ensured that the project progressed efficiently and was completed to the highest standards.
Another successful refit delivered in Guadeloupe, highlighting once again our ability to deliver the highest quality on budget. And do not take our word for it…
Let’s see what the Captain has to say about the experience:
“As captain of Eau La La, a 37XP, I want to express how impressed I was with our recent experience at IMM Guadeloupe shipyard. Arnaud leads a team of highly skilled professionals who approach every task with remarkable efficiency and dedication. When we hauled out for service, we encountered an unexpected issue-something that would have easily stretched into a month-long ordeal at many South Florida yards. Here, however, the process was refreshingly direct-no unnecessary layers of management to complicate matters or slow down progress.
Arnaud and their team resolved everything within just ten days. Their hands-on approach meant that every aspect of the project was handled seamlessly, without delays or waiting for various teams to coordinate. The work was completed on schedule and remained within the agreed budget. It’s rare to see such reliability and commitment to quality.
Based on this experience, I am pleased to recommend IMM Guadeloupe to the yachting community as an outstanding choice for hull maintenance or repairs in the Caribbean.
Best regards,
Captain Guy McClave
MY Eau La La”