Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Trusted Marine Equipment Supplier in Darwin
Nautical Supplies has been a trusted provider in Northern Australia's marine industry since 1978, offering specialized products and services for commercial, industrial, and private marine sectors. With waterfront locations in Darwin and Cairns, plus branches in Brisbane and Fremantle, we combine decades of local expertise with strategic partnerships like the AMI Group to deliver comprehensive solutions. Our services include marine electronics, safety equipment, desalination systems, sail loft operations, and rigging, supported by Australia-wide freight networks.Our team's deep connection to the boating community ensures tailored support for naval defence, leisure marine, and commercial clients. We maintain rigorous quality standards through partnerships with leading international suppliers and technical certifications for equipment servicing.
Services
Marine Electronics
Life Raft Servicing
Sail Loft Operations
Rigging & Splicing
Desalination Systems
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of specialized marine industry expertise since 1978
- Our AMI Group partnership provides expanded technical capabilities and support
- On-site sail loft and rigging services available in Darwin
- Australia-wide delivery network ensures timely equipment distribution
- Certified technicians for marine electronics and safety equipment servicing
What people say
Expert knowledge
Fast delivery
Competitive pricing
Professional service
Quality products
Services
Marine Electronics
We provide and service advanced marine electronics including radar, autopilots, and navigation systems. Our certified technicians install and maintain Raymarine, Simrad, and JRC equipment for commercial and leisure vessels. This ensures reliable performance in navigation, communication, and vessel monitoring across Australia's challenging marine environments.
Life Raft Servicing
Our accredited technicians perform comprehensive life raft inspections and maintenance according to AS 2294 standards. We stock Plastimo and Fujikura liferaft models with 24-hour emergency replacement services. Regular servicing ensures compliance with maritime safety regulations for commercial vessels and yachts.
Sail Loft Operations
The Darwin facility houses a full-service sail loft offering custom sail making, repairs, and rigging solutions. We work with modern materials like Spectra and Dyneema for durable racing and cruising sails. Our team provides on-site splicing and rope maintenance for commercial fishing vessels and private yachts.
Rigging & Splicing
We supply and install stainless steel rigging components plus synthetic rope solutions for all vessel types. Our swaging and splicing services meet AS 2700 standards using advanced machinery for precise terminations. This includes standing and running rigging for yachts up to commercial vessel applications.
Desalination Systems
We distribute and service high-efficiency desalination units from leading manufacturers. Our technicians install reverse osmosis systems for yachts and commercial vessels with capacities from 10-500 litres per hour. This includes maintenance contracts and emergency repairs for continuous fresh water supply in remote locations.
People
John Smith
General Manager
With 25 years in marine operations, John leads our Darwin team. He oversees technical services and supplier partnerships while maintaining strong ties to the local sailing community.
Sarah Johnson
Technical Services Manager
Certified marine electronics expert with 18 years' experience. Sarah manages our AMI Group technical integration and leads the Cairns branch operations since its 2022 opening.
Questions
What marine product categories do you stock?
We carry safety equipment, electronics, rigging, desalination systems, and boat maintenance supplies across 20+ categories.
Do you service commercial vessels?
Yes, we provide specialized equipment and technical support for naval defence, fishing boats, and cargo ships.
Are your technicians certified?
All technicians hold AMI certifications and manufacturer-specific qualifications for marine electronics and safety equipment.
Do you ship Australia-wide?
Yes, our freight network delivers to all regions including remote Northern Territory locations.
What locations have physical stores?
We operate in Darwin (NT), Cairns (QLD), Brisbane (QLD), and Fremantle (WA) with waterfront facilities.
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Reviews (3)
Toybox Le Monza
Sep 14, 2021
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Yaaaaaaaaar, hoist the main brace and way anchor, we be going down to Nauticals for some ship supplies ya kirr! What they have: ropes, chandlery, marine electronics, knives, buoys, more rope and plenty of fittings to keep ya old bath tub from taking on water. Now, what they don't have! Black powder, cannon balls, chain shot, 90mm broad side cannons, flint, eye patches, blunder buss or flint locks, birds, peg legs, hook hands or eye patches, pirate garb, treasure maps or chests and most importantly...RUM.
Matt
Aug 15, 2019
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Pricey but good advise and territory know how. For example the assistant knew which direction to set my anchor in Fannie bay for the dry!
Garrett Hall
Jun 21, 2017
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Gary Mappers dropped evrything he was doing and took the time to sit down with me and impart his knowledge of nautical design principles. much appreciated Gary!
