Algis saw an opportunity when he paid a contractor €5,000 to sand his yacht’s sundeck. The job took only two days because the contractor had a specialized machine called a Lager Trio. When Algis asked if he could rent the machine, the contractor said no. This sparked an idea - if he wanted to rent specialized equipment for yacht maintenance, other yacht crews probably would too. After confirming his hunch by asking several captains, Yacht Gear Hire was born.
Meeting the needs of yacht crews
Yacht Gear Hire offers specialized equipment for yacht maintenance and repair. Algis has focused on providing tools that allow yacht crews to complete work faster and more affordably than hiring contractors. His target customers are yacht crews who want to handle maintenance and repairs themselves, on their own schedule.
The company’s uniqueness comes from its specialized inventory. Algis carefully selects equipment that addresses specific yacht maintenance challenges, allowing crews to complete work that would otherwise require expensive contractors. Starting with the Lager Trio sander that inspired the business, he continues to add more specialized equipment based on yacht crew needs.
While the business is just about to launch its website and rental platform officially, Algis has already completed several direct rentals. These initial transactions have helped validate his business concept and refine his service offering.
Starting with the right software
Unlike many rental businesses that struggle with makeshift solutions before finding proper rental management software, Algis chose Booqable from the beginning. This decision has allowed him to build his business on a solid foundation right from the start.
Yacht Gear Hire operates on a delivery model, bringing specialized equipment directly to yachts when and where crews need it. By implementing Booqable from day one, Algis has created a streamlined operation with online bookings and inventory management built-in.
Algis finds the system very user-friendly, which is crucial as he prepares to launch his rental website at yachtgearhire.pro. The intuitive interface will make it easy for him to manage his growing inventory and rental schedule while keeping his team small and efficient.
Global ambitions
Looking ahead, Algis has ambitious plans for Yacht Gear Hire. He envisions expanding to multiple rental locations worldwide within five years. This global approach makes sense for the yachting industry, where vessels travel internationally and may need equipment in various ports.
By starting with the right rental management system, Algis has positioned Yacht Gear Hire for scalable growth. The foundation he’s building now with Booqable will support his expansion as he adds inventory and locations to serve yacht crews around the world.
