Modern yachts depend on robust electrical infrastructure to support everything from propulsion support systems and hotel loads to AV/IT networks, communications, and guest experiences. Watts Technical Services provides independent expertise across electrical systems, helping vessels maintain reliability, efficiency, and operational resilience.

Whether troubleshooting recurring issues, planning an upgrade, reviewing system performance, or supporting a major refit, we deliver practical solutions built on real-world experience.

Areas of Expertise
  • Power Generation
  • Electrical Distribution
  • Switchboards & Protection Systems
  • Power Management
  • Fault Diagnosis & Troubleshooting
  • Shore Power Systems
  • Lighting Systems
  • Emergency Power & UPS Systems
  • System Upgrades & Modernisation
Power Generation & Distribution

Support for generators, distribution networks, switchboards, and power management systems to ensure safe and reliable operation throughout the vessel.

Fault Diagnosis & Troubleshooting

Independent investigation of recurring electrical issues, helping identify root causes and implement practical, long-term solutions.

System Upgrades & Modernisation

Guidance on lifecycle replacements, electrical upgrades, control system improvements, and modernisation projects to improve reliability and future supportability.

Lighting & Control Systems

Support for vessel-wide lighting upgrades, dimming systems, room controls, and integration platforms such as Lutron, improving user experience and maintainability.

Technical Reviews & Compliance

Assessment of electrical installations, documentation, and proposed modifications to help ensure systems remain safe, compliant, and operationally effective.

Common Projects
  • Switchboard upgrades
  • Shore power systems
  • LED lighting conversions
  • Lutron lighting control upgrades
  • Electrical system audits
  • Power quality investigations
  • Energy efficiency improvements
Need Support With Your Vessel's Electrical Systems?

From troubleshooting and audits to upgrades and modernisation projects, Watts Technical Services provides independent expertise to help owners, captains, engineers, and management companies make informed technical decisions.

Power Generation & Distribution
Fault Diagnosis & Troubleshooting
System Upgrades & Modernisation
Lighting & Control Systems

Independent expertise for modern yacht systems

Supporting owners, captains, engineers, and management companies with technical consultancy, project oversight, electrical systems support, and onboard technology solutions.