A Farewell and Heartfelt Thank You from JD Yachts

After 25 extraordinary years, JD Yachts will be closing its doors.

This has not been an easy decision—but it’s one we’ve made with deep reflection and immense pride in all that we’ve achieved. We set out to build a company grounded in trust, transparency, and a passion for getting people on the water. We believe we’ve done just that.

To our clients—some of whom have been with us from the very beginning—we owe everything. Your unwavering support and trust shaped our journey. Many of you returned to us time and again for your boating needs, and that loyalty became the foundation of our business. We’re honoured to have helped so many families and individuals realise their dreams of yachting across the UK and the Mediterranean.

To our industry colleagues, tradespeople, and the marinas who welcomed and supported our work—you made this possible. The collaborative spirit and shared commitment to excellence within the marine sector gave JD Yachts its wings. We always sought to drive business back into local trades and infrastructures, and we’re proud to have played a part in sustaining that ecosystem.

To our dedicated team—Toby Hawkins and Isabella O’Leary—thank you for your incredible contribution, professionalism, and commitment to our shared mission. You’ve been integral to our journey and success.

A special thank you to our families for your constant support, patience, and belief in us—especially through the demanding times. JD Yachts has always been about more than just boats; it’s been about people, partnerships, and heart.

The current business climate, especially for SMEs in the marine sector, has become increasingly complex and challenging—particularly in relation to post-Brexit trade regulations and the double taxation of vessels between the UK and EU. These conditions have made it nearly impossible to scale sustainably or operate competitively abroad. We believe it’s important to acknowledge how much the industry has changed—and how vital it is to protect what was once a thriving cornerstone of Britain’s maritime heritage.

As we close this chapter, we do so with enormous gratitude for every client, colleague, and friend we’ve met along the way. The memories, the adventures, and the trust you placed in us will stay with us forever.

Thank you for letting JD Yachts be part of your story. We are proud of the legacy we leave behind.

With heartfelt thanks,

Darren & Justin

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JD Yachts specialise in looking after your investment on the water, whether you need a simple monthly wash down or a full pre-season boat refit. Some of our recent projects include pre-delivery and after-sale anti fouling, cut and machine polishing, full teak renovation, engine and generator servicing, replacement helm electronics, top side re-sprays in Awlgrip, tender replacements, upholstery trimming and professional furniture restoration.
 
We work to your time scales with minimum down time, updating you on the progress along the way via any means you wish, whether it’ll be text, email, phone or video updates. With our OCD approach and caring eye for detail you can only be pleased with the result and the great feeling that you have your boat as you want it, safe and reliable for the season ahead.
 
We have many examples where our clients have imported a vessel to the UK, and JD Yachts have taken care of every aspect of a refit, making sure your investment looks brand new prior to delivery to its final destination.
 
We employ the best in the business and only use others who have the same level of attention to detail as we have. We manage vessels local to us next to the Super Yacht Sunseeker factory based in Portland, which enables a professional delivery of service and access to only the best MAN, Volvo Penta, Yamaha, Mercruiser and Cummins engineers. We also strive to be completely transparent, not only providing easy quotes but also budgeting within your needs and sourcing parts at source where possible.
 
For those owners in the chartering business or over 24 metres in length, we also specialise in making sure your vessel is MCA compliant, carrying out all of the relevant updated and essential equipment. We can assist with life raft and life jackets services, training manual and chart updates, flare disposals and Marine first aid kit replacements, MCA surveys and renewals.
 
JD Yachts are here to help you enjoy your vessel and for every stage to be stress free and easy.

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