Yacht retrofits and electrical upgrades – Sardinia and the Mediterranean
More power at anchor, fewer generator hours, modern navigation and an installation you can trust. I design and carry out upgrades of onboard electrical systems – from a single device to a complete refit with documentation.
I am based in Capoterra (Cagliari). Winter is the best time for larger projects, and I fly in to yachts anywhere in the Mediterranean.
From idea to a working system
I start by checking what is on board and talking about how you use the yacht. From that I calculate the energy budget, select the equipment and prepare a work plan with a quote. When the job is done you receive the wiring diagram and a list of the changes made.
Energy storage and lithium batteries
LiFePO4 banks with BMS, alternator charging via DC-DC or external regulators, alternator protection, inverter-chargers, solar panels with MPPT controllers. Victron Energy systems with local and remote monitoring.
AC and DC systems
New distribution panels, circuit protection, replacement of old wiring, shore power inlet with galvanic isolator or isolation transformer and RCD, automatic source switching.
Navigation and electronics
Chartplotters, autopilots, radar, AIS, wind instruments and NMEA 2000 networks. Integration of B&G, Raymarine, Garmin and Simrad equipment, including when only part of the system is replaced.
Comfort and energy saving
LED lighting, power for fridges and air conditioning, watermakers, remote monitoring of batteries and alarms on your phone. Fewer generator and engine hours at anchor.
Upgrades in stages
You do not have to do everything at once. I prepare a plan in stages, so that each stage works on its own and fits with the next ones. The first stage can simply be an audit of the installation with a list of recommendations.
Who I work for
Owners preparing for longer passages, new owners of second-hand yachts, charter companies standardising their fleet, and shipyards and dealers looking for a subcontractor for refits. I work to ABYC and ISO principles.
Frequently asked questions
Is switching to lithium batteries worth it?
If you spend a lot of time at anchor or have little space for batteries – usually yes. Lithium gives more usable energy for less weight and charges faster. It does require matching the alternator charging and the whole system, which is why I start with an energy budget.
How long does an upgrade take?
From one day for a single device to several weeks for a full refit. I set the date after the audit; larger projects are best planned for winter.
Will I get documentation?
Yes. At the end I hand over the wiring diagram, a list of installed equipment with settings and a measurement report. This makes future servicing – and selling the yacht – easier.
Can I supply my own equipment?
Yes. I first check that it suits the installation. Warranty on customer-supplied equipment is provided by the seller; I am responsible for the installation.
Do you travel outside Sardinia?
Yes. For larger upgrades I fly in to yachts across the Mediterranean. For trips I charge a minimum of one working day.
Planning an upgrade for this winter?
Tell me which yacht and what you would like to change – I will propose the scope and a date.
The quickest way is WhatsApp or e-mail.
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