Broken Down at Sea? What to Do and Who to Call
A breakdown at sea doesn’t have to become an emergency. Here is what to do step by step, when to call Salvamento Marítimo and when a marine assistance service is the right call.
Marine Services blog
Boat owner guides from our marine mechanics
Servicing, engines, boat brands, the Mar Menor, winterising, covers, storage, insurance and safety at sea. Pick a topic to explore.
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All About Boat Storage: Marina Berths, Dry Stack, Hard Standing and Boat Lifts
Where you keep your boat affects its condition, your running costs and how often you actually use it. Here is how the main storage options compare on the Costa Cálida and Mar Menor.
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All About Boat Covers: Types, Materials, Fitting and Care
A good cover protects your boat from sun, rain, dust and birds, and saves money on cleaning and upholstery. Here is everything you need to know about choosing and caring for one.
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Boat Insurance in Spain: What You Need and the Common Pitfalls
Third-party insurance is compulsory for most recreational boats in Spain, but the details of your policy matter most when you claim. Here is what owners should know.
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Boating in the Western Mediterranean: The Problems Heat, Salt and Wind Cause
Sun, salt, heat, sudden winds and even Saharan dust. Here is how the western Mediterranean climate affects your motorboat, and the simple ways to protect it.
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Boating on the Mar Menor: Problems Every Owner Should Know
The Mar Menor is one of the best places in Europe to keep a boat, but its shallow, warm and salty water brings its own problems. Here is what to watch out for.
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RIB and Centre-Console Care: Zodiac, Brig, Highfield, Capelli and More
RIBs and centre consoles are perfect for the Mar Menor and the coast, but tubes, consoles and outboards need specific care in strong sun and salt. Here is how to look after them.
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Spanish and Italian Motorboats: Astondoa, Rodman, Saver, Ranieri, Cranchi and More
Spanish and Italian builders make many of the best motorboats for Mediterranean conditions. Here is what owners of these brands should know about servicing and care.
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Sea Ray, Fairline, Sunseeker and Princess: Caring for Classic Sports Cruisers
British and American sports cruisers under 12 metres are popular on the Spanish coast, often bought second-hand. Here is what they need to stay reliable in the Med.
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Beneteau, Jeanneau, Quicksilver and Bayliner: An Owner’s Servicing Guide
These four brands make up a huge share of the motorboats under 12 metres on the Costa Cálida and Mar Menor. Here is what to look out for on each, and how to keep them in top condition.
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Common Marine Electrical Problems and How to Fix Them
Flat batteries, corroded connections, dead bilge pumps and mystery faults. Here are the electrical problems we fix most often on motorboats, and how to avoid them.
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Why Is My Boat Engine Overheating? Causes and Fixes
An overheat alarm is the most common breakdown we attend in summer. Here are the usual causes, what to check on the water and how to stop it happening again.
