Nickys Canvasworks, Sail Loft and Chandlery Marine Business for Sale

There are 3 distinct areas of the business: canvasworks, sail loft and chandlery. Its bespoke canvas work includes production of boat covers and upholstery together with a repair and maintenance service. The sail loft offers fast turnaround emergency and seasonal maintenance repairs, sail cleaning, storage and the supply of new sails. It is an award-winning main dealer for a leading sail manufacturer. The chandlery is focused primarily on the supply of everyday items and services required by marina berth holders and visiting vessels.

As a marina business it enjoys a captive audience, but it also attracts boat owners from throughout the region. It has a large south and south east coast service area, from Dover to Port Solent, with Brighton being conveniently located in-between.

There remains significant scope to grow the business further including by expanding services and adding a second location. Also, the owners have always passionately championed a ‘shop local’ philosophy and thus have not invested in e-commerce. There is unlimited scope therefore for introducing a web shop and trading online.