Marine engineering

Marine engineering, wherever your boat lies.

Servicing, repairs and 24/7 breakdowns, anywhere in Scotland.

Broken down?

Day or night, the phone gets answered.

Talk to an engineer, not an answering service.

07926 554627
The Rio Brown Marine van on the slipway at Tobermory, the coloured seafront behind

Servicing & repairs

Engines, drives, sterngear, pumps and boat systems, serviced and repaired at the mooring or in the yard — written up so the boat's history is worth something when you sell.

Breakdowns & diagnostics

Won't start, lost power, tripping electrics, a bilge pump that won't stop — proper fault-finding rather than parts-swapping, and call-outs when it can't wait.

All engine works

All makes, petrol and diesel, from a stubborn fuel system to a full repower — plus the drives, bearings and cooling that keep an engine honest.

Pre-purchase engine checks

Buying a boat anywhere in Scotland — from anyone, not just us? Engine and systems gone over before you commit, with a straight report on what you're actually buying.

Do you cover all of Scotland?
Yes — based in Oban, working coast to coast.
Can you come to my boat?
Yes — berth, mooring or yard, from a fully equipped van.
Is it just engines?
No. Electrics, pumps, drives, steering, plumbing — if it's on a boat, it's our work.
What if I break down?
Ring any time, day or night. We talk it through first, then come to the boat.
Can you check an engine before I buy?
Yes — any boat, from anyone, with a plain written summary.
How do I sell my boat with you?
Tell us about it and we'll get it listed.
Not urgent?

Tell us about the job.

A couple of lines is plenty — we'll come back to you with straight answers. Urgent? Ring 07926 554627, day or night.