Richmond’s Maritime Industry - Bay Area’s Best

The city of Richmond is well known for its rich maritime history. During World War II, over seven hundred war ships were constructed at Kaiser Shipyards, which made it the largest shipbuilding operation in the United States.

Published: October, 2007 

Today, the waterfront and surrounding areas are still teeming with maritime activity catering to both the leisure and commercial communities. From marinas offering stunning views of the bay and the San Francisco skyline to deep water docks for larger ocean going vessels along with boating service and supply stores, yacht clubs, yacht sales, and even a sailing school, the maritime industry still thrives in the city of Richmond.

We encourage you to experience first-hand the following reputable Maritime Industry Businesses located along and around Richmond’s scenic waterfront areas:

A full-service boatyard specializing in fiberglass and wood repairs, topside and bottom painting, sandblasting, welding, electrical and mechanical repairs.

Brickyard Cove Marina has 250 berths, 125 dry storage, All’s Fare Restaurant, Custom Canvas, Tradewinds Sailing, Easom Racing and Rigging, Quantum Sails, Passage Yachts, Swedish Marine and available office space with spectacular views of San Francisco Bay

Private harbor with over 70 covered and uncovered berths and a fuel dock.

4. Club Nautique (866) 606-7245

Award winning sailing school with the largest, newest, best equipped fleet of sail and powerboats for lessons and charters from beginners to offshore.

Foss operates the largest, most modern fleet of tugs on the West Coast and provides a full range of marine transportation services, including Harbor Services, Ocean Towing, Shipyard and Terminal Services.

KKMI is a complete Marine Service facility and internationally recognized yacht brokerage, world-class boatyard, and an on-site Marine Store.

Private bulk cargo marine terminal and short-line railroad interchanging with Union Pacific and BNSF – Offering import/export services and deep water berthing.

Providing complete solutions for maritime navigation and communications electronic systems including 24-hour on-site repairs anywhere on the Bay Area.

845-slip marina in a deep draft harbor surrounded by the Bay Trail and 4 parks. Amenities include Salute’s Restaurant, Aminis’ Deli and the Marina Bay Yacht club.

Passage Yachts has a full-service brokerage and new sailing and power yachts from Beneteau, Island Packet and Wauquiez.

A private club, located at the north end of the Santa Fe Channel – Always accepting applications for new members.

Provides custom service – sail maker for all types and sizes of sailing craft

Since its inception in 1932, the Richmond Yacht Club has been the home of sailors and has developed a reputation as the ‘sailingest’ club on the Bay.

RYH, Ltd. is a small privately-owned yacht harbor on the Santa Fe Channel in Pt. Richmond. Quiet, deep water accommodates boat sizes of 20-75 feet. Marine architect and custom repairs on site.

Sailboat: Deck Hardware; Complete Rigging Service.

16. Rutherford’s Boat Shop Inc. (510) 233-5441

Marine woodworking, Classic yacht restorations, structural and interiors, traditional rigging. Currently restoring the 126’ steam yacht Cangarda originally built in 1901.

A uniquely configured full service deep-water dock offering the convenience of fueling, provisioning, watering and repairing with the ability to service those larger ocean-going vessels most harbors are unable to berth.

California’s #1 heating and refrigeration store.

Tradewinds has more than 40 years of experience making sailing easy and enjoyable to learn. Offering a professional training program and affordable rental and charter programs to members.

The country’s leading retailer of boating supplies and accessories.