Alewijnse has opened the doors of a new service facility just outside Barcelona, which is recognised as one of the leading centres for superyacht repair and refit in the Mediterranean region. With this move, the electrical system integrator can now offer electrical services on board all types of motor and sailing yachts in the Southern European region.
With the establishment of a Spanish service hub at Pendennis Vilanova in the port city of Vilanova i la Geltrú, south-west of Barcelona, Alewijnse is reinforcing its existing presence in Southern Europe. This new facility complements the Alewijnse service hub in La Ciotat on the south coast of France, which was opened in 2015. Together they serve as strategic additions to Alewijnse’s service network alongside locations in the Netherlands, Romania and Vietnam.
‘By launching a new Spanish branch, we are making Alewijnse’s specialised knowledge and service directly available to owners and managers in Spain,’ says Alewijnse service manager Maurice Vlaming. ‘We are now able to respond faster and more efficiently to the service needs of the many superyachts sailing along Spain’s Mediterranean coast, with coverage extending from Cartagena in the west to Genova in the east.’
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Growing demand for service
With this strategic opening in a new location, Alewijnse is responding to the rapidly growing demand for service and refits in the yacht segment. ‘The market for vessels requiring upgrades and new technologies in areas such as audio/video, navigation and communication, and automation, is growing rapidly,’ continues Vlaming.
The company offers a comprehensive package of electrical installations and systems automation. These cover energy generation and distribution, propulsion, navigation and communication, audio/video, IT, entertainment, lighting and security. With its merger with Tijssen Elektro, a specialist in yachts up to 60 metres, the company now offers a one-stop-shop for all types of yachts ranging from 30 to 130 metres.
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