Derry Connell Marine Ltd

Derry Connell Marine (DCM) is a veteran marine-surveying and consultancy firm with 35 years of experience in the design, construction, maintenance and repair of steel, aluminium, fibreglass (GRP/FRP) and timber vessels. Based in Cork, the company provides a full suite of services to leisure, commercial and fishing fleets as well as state agencies, operating throughout Ireland, the UK and continental Europe.

DCM's core offering includes comprehensive marine surveys, project management and technical consultancy for new-build projects and refits. The workshop in Cork specialises in classic wooden-boat restorations and yacht refurbishments, exemplified by the recent Aelfwyn restoration of a 1959 Buchanan Saxon and the launch of the new aluminium yacht Cu Lir, captured by Johannes Eisele Photography. Whether commissioning a brand-new aluminium yacht or preserving a heritage wooden craft, Derry Connell Marine combines deep technical expertise with a hands-on approach, delivering reliable, high-quality solutions for clients across the maritime sector.