RMK Merrill-Stevens
RMK Merrill-Stevens is a full-service yacht repair and refit shipyard on the Miami River in Miami, Florida, with a history it describes as spanning more than 139 years and dating back to 1885. The company operates two co-located yards in Miami's Health District: the North Yard/Superyacht Center, which handles vessels up to 240' (73m) and houses a 2,700LT Pearlson ship-lift, and the South Yard, which services yachts from 30' to 130'. In-house trades cover welding and fabrication, fiberglass and composites, painting and refinishing, mechanical and driveline work, electrical and electronics, HVAC and refrigeration, stabilizers and hydraulics, and carpentry and joinery.
RMK Merrill-Stevens
RMK Merrill-Stevens (RMK MS) is a full-service shipyard on the banks of the Miami River, describing itself as Florida's first shipyard with a heritage spanning over 139 years and service to yacht owners, captains and crews since 1885. The company positions itself as moving from "Florida's Oldest Shipyard" to one of South Florida's most capable and updated yards following an extended period of renovations, additions and new hires. Work ranges from quick repairs and routine maintenance through to complete refits and custom projects.
Services
- Welding and fabrication, including sheet metal work, marine-grade fabrication, industrial piping systems, and on-site/mobile welding
- Fiberglass and composite repair, gelcoat and paint finishes; hulls, decks, superstructures and custom fittings
- Marine painting and refinishing: exterior hull and superstructure, interior refinishing, topside and deck/teak refinishing
- Antifouling and bottom painting, application and removal
- Mechanical and driveline work: exhaust systems, fuel systems, generators, shaft alignment, bearing replacement, vibration analysis, propeller service
- Marine electrical system design, installation, upgrades and retrofits; marine electronics installation and integration
- Air conditioning and refrigeration design, installation, maintenance and retrofit
- Marine stabilizers and hydraulic systems, including custom hydraulic solutions
- Carpentry and joinery: custom interior woodwork and cabinetry, decking and teak, wood repair, veneering and inlays
- Preventative maintenance programs and quality assurance/inspection
Facilities
- Two co-located shipyards on the Miami River: North Yard (Superyacht Center) and South Yard
- North Yard repair facility accommodating vessels up to 73m / 240' LOA
- 2,700LT Pearlson ship-lift, described as the largest in South Florida, with a 200ft x 60ft platform; Lloyd's Register and USCG certified
- Vessel transfer via rail system
- 420 linear feet of seawall dockage with water and fire connections, Sani-sailor sewage pump at each power pedestal, and Wi-Fi
- Shore power: 480VAC 100/200A 3-phase 60Hz, 208VAC 100A 3-phase 60Hz, 240VAC 100A single-phase 60Hz
Vessel Types
- Boats, yachts, superyachts and mega yachts up to 240'
- South Yard: yachts and superyachts from 30' to 130'
Location
- Superyacht Center / North Yard: 1270 NW 11th Street, Miami, Florida 33125, west of the 12th Avenue Bridge
- South Yard: 881 NW 13th Avenue, Miami's Health District
- Close to Miami International Airport, with Brightline and Tri-Rail access 1.9 miles away; provisioning, restaurants and crew facilities nearby
- Office hours Monday–Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm