When we talk about rigging, we're referring to everything related to the sails, masts, spars, and running and standing rigging.
Rigging therefore also includes all related accessories such as ropes, cables, booms, furling systems, and sail storage systems, among others.
In short, everything that has to do with the wind!
These essential pieces of equipment must be chosen carefully because they ensure the safety of the crew and passengers. But if chosen wisely, they will be of invaluable help during your maneuvers.
Caraïbe Gréement maintains a privileged partnership with the leading brands of marine equipment to allow you to find a wide selection of rigging equipment.
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With 20 years of experience, Caraïbe Gréement is able to offer you the benefit of its unique expertise and will be happy to give you sound advice.
Our team of specialists is always available and offers installation, maintenance, and repair services.
Our technicians have many years of experience working on all sizes of boats and with all types of equipment on the market.
That's why we also offer the design and manufacture of custom rigging, specially adapted to your boat.
Our common passion is the sea and boating, and we are delighted to be able to share it with you!
Philippe LecontePhilippe is the founder and manager of Caraïbe Marine. Having entered the nautical industry out of a passion for boats and sailing, this trained manager settled in Martinique in 1995 and has not left since.
Having successfully grown his business over the years, Philippe now enjoys the pleasure of managing his reputable company.
Gaétan is responsible for the rigging section. Highly experienced, he will be able to advise you and help you solve all your rigging problems on your boat.
A highly dedicated rigging technician with a passion for his profession, he has always worked in the boating industry.
Formé à l'École de Maintenance Nautique, Gérald a connu une première expérience dans une société de charter avant, depuis 5 ans maintenant, de devenir gréeur pour Caraïbe Gréement.
Thanks to her international experience, Iris helps us understand the figures and improve them. She is determined to succeed and uses her professional skills to benefit the company and help it grow.
Dismasting is a delicate operation to avoid damaging your boat.
It requires the intervention of experienced professionals and the use of a crane.
Our team takes care of safely storing the masts during the boat's inactive period over the winter. They will be wrapped and protected in the boatyard area of the port.
Just like dismasting, mast installation is a delicate operation performed with complete expertise by our team, using a crane. We thus guarantee a precise lifting operation, protecting your boat and neighboring vessels in the harbor.
For all rigging and splicing operations, Caraïbe Marine provides you with its specialist and expertise.
The mast painting is carried out by specialized technicians, in compliance with the different application and drying stages.
The rigging of the deck and masts plays a fundamental role in the safety of the crew. The Caraïbe Gréement team is at your disposal to carry out these installations.
Installing a removable forestay greatly facilitates sailing in strong winds, and will serve as a backup in case the main forestay breaks.
Installing reinforcing plates on your masts is sometimes necessary to strengthen them and protect them from corrosion.
Your lazy jack system will support the boom cover and provide you with extra comfort while sailing in canals by channeling your mainsail.
For the installation of the mainsail track, our technicians are at your disposal and will be able to advise you on its optimal use.
Mast refurbishment becomes necessary when blisters and traces of corrosion are present. The refurbishment allows them to regain a perfect appearance but also to protect their structure.
Adjusting the masts is a precision operation that will have an impact on the boat's performance. It is important to have it done by professionals to guarantee safety.
Today, we use a machine that allows us to obtain the desired voltage recommended by the manufacturers.
The rigging needs to be replaced as soon as it shows signs of weakness. Our team will take care of replacing the running rigging on your boat.
The rigging needs to be replaced as soon as it shows signs of weakness. Our team will take care of replacing the standing rigging on your boat.
When the seals on the backstay and vang need replacing, our rigging technicians have the appropriate parts on hand and will take care of replacing them for you.
When the seals on pumps and cylinders need replacing, our technicians have the appropriate parts on hand and will take care of the replacement for you.
The masts and spars of boats are structural components that are subjected to considerable stress and must be monitored.
Caraïbe Gréement has all the necessary equipment to replace them.
Caraïbe Gréement carries out repairs to the turret mechanisms of your furlers. A fixed price is calculated for you depending on the type and brand of the device.
The hydraulic power plant is subject to the corrosive effects of sea air and salt, and to the wear and tear of time. Caraïbe Marine technicians are specialized in repairing malfunctions in this equipment.
Caraïbe Gréement carries out repairs on all your furling systems, whether they are manual, motorized or storage systems.
For your windlass, winch, and furler repair needs, we have all the spare parts suitable for the fittings of the major brands.