Experience that comes from decades of boat building and yacht repairs
In fine New Zealand maritime tradition
Discover the heritage and expertise of Brin Wilson Boats. Based in Gulf Harbour Marina, we specialise in boat building, repairs, refits and marine trades in New Zealand.
More than 100 boats have been built in our yard. Our expertise is the craft of building, maintaining, repairing and upgrading boats of all types from treasured classics to luxury vessels. We know and love boats and we have a special place in New Zealand’s maritime history.
Brin’s legacy
In the days when boats were built from three skinned kauri, Brin Wilson was a distinguished yachtsman who was one of the first Kiwis to compete internationally. He dedicated himself to his passion – designing and building yachts, many of which earned international acclaim competing in and winning races and regattas around the world. In 1974, after Brin’s death, his sons Bob and Richard Wilson took over the family business, continuing his legacy of designing, building and repairing some of New Zealand’s most notable timber boats.
Nick Saull took the helm at Brin Wilson Boats in April 2000 after serving his apprenticeship with the company, working closely with Bob and Richard until his untimely death in 2016. Since then, Jan Saull has continued to lead the business with Bruce Dickie.
Our facilities
The Brin Wilson yard, conveniently located at Gulf Harbour Marina, consists of one fully enclosed shed totaling 1200 sq meters of covered workshop. This allows us to carry out refits, repairs and maintenance year round with no weather interruptions.
Gulf Harbour Marina
Brin Wilson is located in the heart of Gulf Harbour Marina which features:
1052 Marina Berths for boats up to 55mtrs in size including drafts up to 4 mtrs
Travellifts capable of up 100 tonnes and 7.8 mtrs in beam
1500sqm of sealed hardstand
Super yacht berths in the marina
Most marine trades are onsite