PROFESSIONAL
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OUR SERVICES
New Build & Commissioning
Maintenance & Repairs
Refurbishment
Brokerage, Resale & Management

ABOUT DUNKA

RELIABLE SUPPORT
AT SEA AND ASHORE

Dunka Yacht Support provides professional, hands-on assistance for yacht operations, technical needs and crew requirements, ensuring smooth and efficient performance both at sea and in port.

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Trusted, efficient
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FLEXIBILITY

Tailored support to meet
your yacht's specific needs

DUNKA YACHT SUPPORT

OUR SERVICES

Professional yacht support, from new builds and technical operations to maintenance, refurbishment and yacht management.

NEW BUILD & COMMISSIONING

  • New Build Project Coordination
  • Shipyard Liaison and Supervision
  • Construction Progress Monitoring
  • Systems Inspections and Testing
  • Sea Trials and Commissioning
  • Pre-Delivery Inspections
  • Warranty and Defect Management
  • Handover and Operational Preparation

MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS

  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Mechanical and Engineering Support
  • Electrical and Technical Systems
  • Engine and Generator Servicing Coordination
  • Hydraulic and Plumbing Systems
  • Troubleshooting and Fault Diagnosis
  • Emergency Repair Coordination
  • Contractor and Supplier Management

REFURBISHMENT & REFIT

  • Refit Project Planning
  • Interior and Exterior Refurbishment
  • Equipment Upgrades and Replacements
  • Painting and Surface Restoration
  • Deck and Teak Maintenance
  • Technical System Modernisation
  • Shipyard and Contractor Coordination
  • Quality Control and Project Oversight

BROKERAGE, RESALE & MANAGEMENT

  • Yacht Purchase and Sale Assistance
  • Pre-Purchase Inspections
  • Vessel Valuation Coordination
  • Sales Preparation and Presentation
  • Operational Yacht Management, Administration & Budgeting
  • Maintenance Budgets and Scheduling
  • Documentation and Compliance Coordination
  • Owner Representation and Support

CREW SUPPORT

  • Crew Recruitment Assistance
  • Crew Coordination and Scheduling
  • Crew Change Arrangements
  • Technical Crew Assistance
  • Crew Logistics and Transport
  • Onboarding and Handover Support

OPERATIONS & LOGISTICS

  • Day-to-Day Operational Assistance
  • Marina and Berthing Coordination
  • Provisioning and Spare Parts Sourcing
  • Supplier and Service Coordination
  • Transport and Delivery Logistics
  • Voyage Preparation and Operational Support

INSPECTIONS & TECHNICAL CONSULTING

  • Technical Condition Assessments
  • Pre-Purchase Survey Coordination
  • Maintenance and Repair Assessments
  • Equipment and Systems Evaluations
  • Technical Reporting
  • Independent Owner Support

CUSTOM YACHT SUPPORT

  • Tailored Technical Assistance
  • One-Off Project Support
  • Remote Coordination and Assistance
  • Owner and Captain Support
  • Specialist Contractor Sourcing
  • Bespoke Operational Requirements

From individual technical requirements to complete yacht project coordination, Dunka Yacht Support provides flexible, practical assistance tailored to each vessel and its owner.

ABOUT DUNKA

RELIABLE SUPPORT
AT SEA AND ASHORE

Dunka Yacht Support provides professional, hands-on assistance for yacht operations, technical needs and crew requirements, ensuring smooth and efficient performance both at sea and in port.

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DUNKA YACHT SUPPORT

LET'S GET
IN TOUCH

Professional yacht support, at sea and ashore. Contact us to discuss your requirements and discover how we can assist.

Dunka Yacht Support

Duncan M Pace

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DUNKA YACHT SUPPORT

COOKIE POLICY

Last updated: 6 November 2026

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Dunka Yacht Support ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on this website.

Duncan M Pace is the Data Controller responsible for personal data processed through Dunka Yacht Support.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing transparency about how information is collected and used.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function correctly, remember preferences and, where applicable, analyse website usage.

3. How We Use Cookies

Our website may use the following categories of cookies:

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for website security and core functionality. They do not require consent where strictly necessary to provide a service requested by the visitor.

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If analytics services are enabled, these cookies may help us understand website traffic, visitor interactions and website performance. Non-essential analytics cookies will only be used where the required consent has been obtained.

Third-Party Cookies

Certain embedded services or third-party integrations may use cookies or similar technologies, depending on the services enabled on our website.

4. Website Maintenance and Technical Operation

This website is developed, maintained and technically operated by Evolv360.

Technical service providers may process information necessary for website hosting, security, maintenance and functionality, subject to their respective roles and contractual arrangements.

Duncan M Pace remains the Data Controller responsible for determining the purposes and means of processing personal data collected through this website.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Visitors can manage or delete cookies through their browser settings.

Where non-essential cookies are used, appropriate consent controls will be provided to allow visitors to accept or reject them before activation.

Consent may be withdrawn or changed at any time through the available cookie preference controls.

Disabling certain necessary technologies may affect website functionality.

6. Third-Party Services

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Visitors are encouraged to review the privacy and cookie policies of external websites.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in website functionality, applicable legislation or the services we use.

The latest version will be made available on this website.

8. Contact

For questions concerning cookies, privacy or personal data processing, please contact Dunka Yacht Support through the website's Contact section.

Data Controller: Duncan M Pace

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DUNKA YACHT SUPPORT

YACHT INSIGHTS

KNOWLEDGE · EXPERIENCE · EXPERTISE

YACHT MAINTENANCE & OPERATIONS

Yacht Maintenance: The Importance of Preventive Care

DUNKA YACHT SUPPORT   |   YACHT OPERATIONS & TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Owning a yacht is an investment in freedom, comfort and exceptional experiences at sea. However, maintaining a vessel in optimal condition requires careful planning, technical knowledge and consistent attention.

At Dunka Yacht Support, we believe that effective yacht maintenance begins long before a problem arises.

Why Preventive Maintenance Matters

Yachts operate in demanding marine environments. Saltwater exposure, humidity, mechanical wear and continuous use can gradually affect even the most advanced onboard systems.

A structured preventive maintenance programme helps owners and captains identify potential issues early, reduce unexpected downtime and maintain the vessel's operational reliability.

Key Areas That Require Regular Attention

Mechanical and Engineering Systems

Engines, generators, propulsion equipment and hydraulic systems require routine inspections and servicing to support reliable performance.

Electrical and Onboard Systems

Electrical installations, navigation equipment, batteries and essential onboard systems should be checked regularly to identify faults before they develop into more significant problems.

Exterior and Structural Maintenance

Hull condition, deck fittings, protective coatings and exposed equipment require ongoing attention to minimise deterioration caused by the marine environment.

Maintenance Planning and Coordination

An effective maintenance schedule involves more than technical inspections. Coordinating contractors, sourcing spare parts and planning work around the vessel's operational commitments are equally important.

The Value of Professional Yacht Support

For yacht owners and captains, managing multiple technical requirements, contractors and maintenance schedules can become time-consuming.

Professional yacht support helps streamline these responsibilities, ensuring that necessary work is properly coordinated and that operational priorities remain at the forefront.

A Proactive Approach to Yacht Care

Every yacht has different technical requirements depending on its size, age, equipment and operating conditions.

At Dunka Yacht Support, our approach focuses on practical assistance, reliable coordination and tailored support designed around each vessel's individual needs.

Because exceptional yacht ownership is not simply about enjoying time at sea — it is also about having confidence in the vessel behind every journey.

DUNKA YACHT SUPPORT

Reliable Support at Sea and Ashore.

DUNKA YACHT SUPPORT

PRIVACY POLICY

Last updated: 6 November 2026

1. Introduction

Dunka Yacht Support is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of visitors, clients and individuals contacting us through this website.

This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used, stored and protected in accordance with applicable data protection legislation, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Data Controller

The Data Controller responsible for personal data processed through this website is:

Duncan M Pace
Dunka Yacht Support

All inquiries submitted through this website are directed to Dunka Yacht Support.

3. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect personal information voluntarily provided through contact forms, email correspondence or other direct communications.

This may include your name, email address, telephone number, yacht or vessel details, and information relating to your inquiry or requested services.

Limited technical information, such as IP addresses, browser information and website usage data, may also be processed where necessary for website operation and security.

4. How We Use Personal Data

Personal information may be used to respond to inquiries, communicate with prospective or existing clients, provide yacht support services, prepare quotations and manage professional relationships.

Information may also be processed to maintain website security, meet applicable legal obligations and protect legitimate business interests.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Depending on the circumstances, personal data may be processed on the basis of consent, steps taken before entering into a contract, performance of a contract, compliance with legal obligations or legitimate interests.

Where consent is required, it may be withdrawn at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out before withdrawal.

6. Website Maintenance and Technical Operation

This website is developed, maintained and technically operated by Evolv360.

Technical service providers may process personal data where necessary for hosting, website maintenance, security and technical functionality, subject to appropriate safeguards and applicable data protection requirements.

Duncan M Pace remains the Data Controller responsible for determining the purposes and means of processing personal data collected through this website.

7. Sharing of Personal Data

Personal information may be shared with authorised service providers or professional partners where necessary to respond to inquiries or provide requested services.

We do not sell personal data.

Any disclosure will be limited to what is necessary and permitted under applicable law.

8. International Data Transfers

Where personal data is transferred outside the European Economic Area, appropriate safeguards will be applied where required by law, including recognised adequacy decisions or approved contractual protections.

9. Data Retention

Personal data will be retained only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, including responding to inquiries, managing client relationships and meeting legal or regulatory obligations.

10. Your Data Protection Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to access, correct, erase or restrict the processing of your personal data, object to certain processing, request data portability and withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection supervisory authority.

11. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies for essential functionality and, where enabled and permitted, analytics or third-party services.

Further information is available in our Cookie Policy.

12. Data Security

Reasonable technical and organisational measures are used to protect personal data against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration or loss.

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our services, website functionality or applicable legislation.

The latest version will be published on this website.

14. Contact

For privacy-related inquiries or requests concerning your personal data, please contact Dunka Yacht Support through the website's Contact section.

Data Controller: Duncan M Pace

Website: Dunka Yacht Support

Website developed, maintained & technically operated by Evolv360.
DUNKA YACHT SUPPORT · MERCHANDISE
THE HOLIDAY EDITION

Something Special
Is Coming

With the holiday season fast approaching, we're working hard to bring you a little something special — so you can keep Dunka Yacht Support close all year round.

CALENDARS  ·  MUGS  ·  KEYCHAINS

Our exclusive calendar and a selection of branded merchandise will soon be available to purchase directly here on our website.

Whether you're looking for a festive gift, a little something for yourself, or a keepsake for a fellow yachting enthusiast, we've got you covered.

Planning a larger order?

Discounts will be available for bulk purchases. Contact us for a personalised quote.

Coming soon!

Coming soon!

Coming soon!