Hiring an Independent Marine Surveyor Before You Accept the Boat
Hiring an independent marine surveyor in Lombok before you accept a new boat protects your final payment, your future operating costs and your compliance…
Surat Ukur, Gross Akte and Pas Besar: The New-Vessel Paperwork You Must Arrange
For a new vessel in Lombok, the core statutory chain is: hull survey and measurement leading to Surat Ukur , then registration and issuance of Gross Akte …
BKI Class for a New Passenger Vessel: When It Is Required and What It Changes
BKI class becomes functionally mandatory for a new commercial passenger vessel in Indonesia once you target higher passenger numbers, higher speeds…
How to Pay an Indonesian Boatyard Safely: Milestones, Escrow and Proof of Progress
To pay an Indonesian boatyard safely, break the contract price into clear build milestones tied to physical inspections, channel funds through escrow or a…
The Nine Stages of a Lombok Boat Build, from Lofting to Launch
The nine stages of a Lombok boat build run from design and lofting, through keel and framing, hull and superstructure, machinery and systems, interior…
How Long Does a 20-Metre Boat Take to Build in Lombok?
A 20-metre commercial or private vessel built in Lombok typically needs around 9–14 months from contract signature to delivery, depending on material…
Ulin, Bengkirai or Teak? Choosing Hull Timber in Lombok
For kayu kapal Lombok, ulin and teak suit keels, frames and planking where long-term rot and borer resistance matter most, while bengkirai is a harder, more…
Building a Fast Boat for the Bangsal–Gili Run: The Specifications That Actually Matter
For the Bangsal–Gili run, the specifications that matter are: a hull optimised for 0.5–1.5 m Lombok Strait chop, correct deadrise and weight to stay dry but…
Timber vs Fibreglass vs Aluminium for a Lombok-Built Boat
For a Lombok boat hull material, timber suits traditional liveaboard phinisi and slow-speed dive or charter yachts, fibreglass fits small-to-mid speed…
What Does It Cost to Build a Boat in Lombok in 2026? A Per-Metre Breakdown
For 2026 planning, a professionally built commercial- or charter-grade boat in Lombok typically falls in the range of about USD 4,500–9,000 per metre for…