HOLIDAY MESSAGE FROM DAVE SR.
FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS A Personal Note from Dave Gillen Sr. As we close out 2025, I find myself reflecting on what truly matters—and it always comes back to family. Gillen Yacht Services started as a family business over 30 years ago, and it remains one today. My wife Kathy and I built this […]
Gillen Yacht Services Awarded Seakeeper Dealership for South Florida
Thursday, July 10, 2025 – Gillen Yacht Services, Inc., of Ft Lauderdale, Florida, Ft. Lauderdale, FL – [July 10, 2025] – Gillen Yacht Services (GYS), South Florida’s premier full-service yacht repair and refit company, is proud to announce its newly awarded dealership with Seakeeper, the global leader in marine stabilization technology. The partnership extends Seakeeper […]
Dave’s Tips: Windlass Wisdom
Keeping Your Anchor System in Top Shape. Your windlass is one of the hardest-working and most overlooked systems on board. Whether you’re anchoring in the Bahamas or setting up on the hook for a sunset dinner, a well-maintained windlass ensures smooth deployment and retrieval of your ground tackle—without back-breaking labor or embarrassing delays. What to […]
Charles Robb Promoted to Service Manager at Safe Harbor Lauderdale Marine Center
We’re pleased to announce the promotion of Charles Robb to Service Manager at our Safe Harbor Lauderdale Marine Center (LMC) location—a key hub for servicing large yachts. Charles has been a valued member of the Gillen Yacht Services (GYS) team for over three years. He began his tenure at our Harbor Town Marina in Dania Beach, […]
STAYING AHEAD OF INDUSTRY STANDARDS
SEAMLESS SERVICE AT SEA DELIVERED EXPERT REPAIR IN THE BAHAMAS Time is critical when keeping your yacht in top shape—that’s why we go the extra mile to get you back on the water fast. Recently, a client in Highborne Cay, Bahamas, needed urgent repairs to their Centek Marine-Delta T engine room ventilation control. Our technician […]
GILLEN YACHT SERVICES A YEAR IN REVIEW
DEEPENING OUR COMMITMENT We deeply appreciate the trust and support of yacht owners, management companies, brokers, and Captains who have partnered with us over the years. It’s an honor to share these highlights with you, and we’re excited to embark on future projects of all sizes with our exceptional team. COMMITMENT TO INNOVATION EXPANDING PRODUCTS […]
New Dealer Partnership with CMC Marine Fin Stabilizers
CMC Marine USA proudly adds Gillen Yacht Services to its Service Dealer Network. As a leader in the marine industry, CMC Marine specializes in advanced electric stabilization systems for trawlers, yachts, and superyachts, setting the standard for marine fin stabilizers on most European yachts. CMC selected Gillen Yacht Services for its unmatched technical expertise and […]
GYS Brings Experience To The LMC -Safe Harbor Lauderdale Marine Center Team
Gillen Yacht Services understands that talent and experience is what our large yacht customers need. So, that’s why we have directed the technical team to our new Lauderdale Marine Safeharbor location. Leading the team is Service Manager Victor Iglesias, a Mechanical Engineer who brings over 20 years of experience in the large yacht market. Victor’s […]