Ship galleys · MARINE equipment · A guide for shipowners and yacht owners

Galley equipment for ships and yachts: requirements, fixing and materials — how to fit out a galley that keeps working in a storm

A ship’s galley is one of the busiest and most hazardous spaces on board. It runs without days off, in constant motion, in salt-laden air, on limited electrical power and with no way of calling out a service engineer the next morning. In this article: what SOLAS, MLC 2006 and the class societies require, how equipment is secured to the deck, why the steel grade and IP rating are no minor detail, how to choose between gas, electric and induction, and how to plan maintenance so the galley never stops mid-voyage.

22.5°

the angle of heel at which shipboard electrical equipment must operate in type tests

400/440 V · 50/60 Hz

LOTUS MARINE power supply — suitable for both European and 60 Hz vessels

+5 °C / −18 °C

chilled and frozen limits for food storage on board

Contents

  1. Why a ship’s galley is not just a kitchen on water
  2. What governs a ship’s galley: a map of the regulations
  3. Fire safety: fryers, hoods and grease
  4. Gas, electric or induction
  5. Power on board: voltage, frequency and load
  6. Fixing: how to keep equipment in place
  7. Materials: steel, surfaces and water protection
  8. Hygiene and food storage at sea
  9. Bar equipment and coffee machines on board
  10. Equipment by vessel type
  11. Designing a shipboard galley
  12. Selection in 8 steps
  13. Service, maintenance and spare parts on board
  14. MARINE equipment in the horecagear.com range
  15. Frequently asked questions

01Why a ship’s galley is not just a kitchen on water

In a restaurant, equipment stands on a level floor, is connected to a stable grid, and a service engineer can arrive within a couple of hours. On a ship, none of these assumptions holds. That is why MARINE equipment differs from standard equipment not by its label, but by its construction: fixings, retainers, materials, robust electronics and power supply.

🌊 Motion

Roll, pitch and vertical shocks in a seaway. A pot without a fiddle slides, a door without a latch swings open, heavy equipment without bolts moves.

🧪 Salt and moisture

Salt spray settles on metal, condensers and contacts. Chlorides cause pitting corrosion; moisture damages electronics and contacts.

⚡ Power

Ship’s generators, 440 V / 60 Hz or 400 V / 50 Hz, voltage fluctuations and limited capacity. Equipment that works flawlessly ashore may fail to start or overheat on board.

🔥 Fire

The galley is a high fire-risk space. A fire at sea is one of the most dangerous events, because the crew has nowhere to go and no fire brigade will come.

⚓ Autonomy

Voyages lasting weeks without a port call. If a thermostat or heating element fails, the spare part has to be on board, not in a warehouse ashore.

📏 Space

Narrow passageways, low deckheads, and equipment has to be brought in through doors and hatches. Hence compact 600, 700 and 900 mm deep lines and built-in DROP-IN tops.

02What governs a ship’s galley: a map of the regulations

There is no single “galley standard” for ships. Requirements come from several sources, and which of them apply to you depends on the vessel type, size, flag and area of operation.

DocumentApplies toWhat it means for the galleyStatus
SOLAS Chapter II-2 (fire safety)Passenger ships on international voyages and cargo ships of 500 GT and aboveFire extinguishing for deep-fat fryers, grease filters and dampers in exhaust ducts, galley boundaries as a high fire-risk spaceMandatory
ISO 15371Fire-extinguishing systems for galley cooking equipmentThe standard against which fixed fire-extinguishing systems for deep-fat fryers are testedMandatory
MLC 2006, Regulation 3.2Commercial ships with employed crewAdequate, hygienic food and drinking water, equipment suited to the crew size, a trained ship’s cook, regular inspectionsMandatory
MARPOL Annex VIAll shipsOzone-depleting substances, including HCFCs (e.g. R22), are prohibited in new refrigeration installationsMandatory
Class society rules (DNV, LR, BV, ABS, etc.)Classed vesselsElectrical installation, cables, IP ratings, resistance to vibration and inclination, documentation for the class surveyorDepends on vessel
Flag State requirements (maritime administration of the flag State)Vessels under the respective flag, including coastal and inland vesselsInspections, certificates and national requirements for smaller vesselsDepends on vessel
US Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP)Cruise ships with 13+ passengers calling at US portsHygienic design: smooth, sealed seams, coved corners, certified food equipmentDepends on vessel
Recreational Craft Directive 2013/53/EU, ISO 10239, ISO 9094, ISO 13297Yachts and boats 2.5–24 mGas systems, fire protection and AC electrical installations on small craftDepends on vessel

📋 What to establish before choosing equipment

  • vessel type, flag and class (if the vessel is classed);
  • ship’s supply voltage and frequency — 400 V / 50 Hz, 440 V / 60 Hz or 230 V, and whether shore power is available;
  • electrical power available to the galley and generator load at mealtimes;
  • who installs and certifies fire extinguishing for fryers and hoods — the shipyard, a fire-protection contractor or the shipowner;
  • dimensions of doors, hatches and stairways through which the equipment will be brought in;
  • when the vessel will be in port or in dock — the delivery and installation schedule depends on it.

03Fire safety: fryers, hoods and grease

The biggest fire risk in a galley is hot oil and grease in the exhaust ducts. That is why SOLAS dedicates separate, very specific requirements to these two things.

Deep-fat fryers in enclosed spaces (SOLAS II-2/10.6.4)

  • an automatic or manual fixed fire-extinguishing system tested to ISO 15371;
  • a primary and a backup thermostat with an alarm if either fails;
  • automatic shutdown of the electrical supply when the extinguishing system is activated;
  • an alarm in the galley indicating that the extinguishing system has been released;
  • clearly labelled manual controls that the crew can operate quickly.

Galley exhaust hoods (SOLAS II-2/9.7.5)

  • an easily removable grease trap (filter) for cleaning;
  • a fire damper at the lower end of the duct, automatic and remotely operated;
  • fixed means for extinguishing a fire within the duct itself;
  • remote control of fans and dampers outside the galley, near the entrance;
  • hatches for inspection and cleaning of the duct.

⚠ Why this matters especially at sea

Ashore, in the event of a fire, people go out into the street and wait for the fire brigade. At sea, the crew is the fire brigade, and a burning grease duct can carry flames through several decks. That is why cleaning the grease filters is a safety issue, not a cosmetic one: industry experience shows that most galley fires start from overheated oil or a dirty exhaust hood.

✔ What LOTUS MARINE fryers offer in this respect

A double thermostat plus a separate overheat safety thermostat, a lid included, a drain tap for emptying the oil without tilting the unit, waterproof IPX5 knobs and adjustable feet with a locking system. The fixed fire-extinguishing system is a separate part of the ship’s systems: it is designed and installed together with the ship’s fire-protection specialist and approved by class. YOUR HORECA selects and positions the equipment so that the system’s nozzles and controls can be connected easily.

04Gas, electric or induction

On large cargo and passenger ships, galleys are practically always electric. Gas is found mainly on yachts and small boats where electrical power is scarce. Induction is becoming the standard wherever the available power allows it.

CriterionGas (LPG)Electric (hotplates, ceramic)Induction
Open flameYesNoNo
Leak riskLPG is heavier than air and collects in the bilge — risk of explosionNoneNone
Efficiency (approx.)~40–55 %~55–70 %~85–90 %
Heat in the galleyHighHigh, surface stays hot for a long timeLow, heats only the pan
If a pot slides off the zoneThe flame keeps burningThe surface keeps heatingHeating stops
Electrical powerMinimalHighHigh, but shorter cooking times
Where suitableSmall yachts without a generator, in compliance with ISO 10239Workboats, cargo ships, budget solutionsAll vessels with sufficient power, especially passenger ships and yachts

Gas on a yacht: minimum requirements

  • gas cylinder in a separate locker, sealed from the saloon, with an overboard drain;
  • flame failure device on every burner (shuts off the gas if the flame goes out);
  • a shut-off valve that can be closed from the galley;
  • a gas detector mounted low, near the bilge;
  • installed and inspected by a certified specialist.

Induction and motion

Induction heats only when a magnetic pan is on the zone. If a pot slides off in a seaway, heating stops. Less heat in the galley means a lower ventilation load and easier work for the cook on tropical voyages. Pot holders are needed with induction too — smooth glass-ceramic holds a pot even worse than a cast-iron hotplate.

📊 Example calculation: induction on a yacht running on batteries

A single 3 kW induction zone fed from a 24 V system via an inverter draws about 3000 / 24 ≈ 125 A, and with inverter losses — about 140 A. On a 12 V system that is already about 275 A. Half an hour of cooking at 3 kW is ~1.5 kWh, or about 70 Ah from a 24 V battery bank.

Conclusion: induction on a yacht is excellent if there is a sufficient lithium battery bank and a powerful inverter or generator. If not, a compact ceramic hob with a generator, or gas with a full safety package, may be the more realistic choice.

05Power on board: voltage, frequency and load

A ship’s electrical network is not a city grid. It is supplied by the ship’s own generators, frequency and voltage may differ from those ashore, and the galley is one of the largest consumers in the ship’s hotel load.

SystemWhere foundWhat to consider
400 V 3~ 50 HzEuropean-built ships, ferries, shore powerEuropean professional equipment is suitable; check its tolerance to voltage fluctuations
440 V 3~ 60 HzMost ocean-going merchant shipsEquipment must be rated for 440 V / 60 Hz — motors and compressors run at a different speed at 60 Hz
230 V 1~ 50 Hz / 110 V 60 HzAccommodation, yachts, coffee machinesLow-power equipment; some ovens and coffee machines are available in a 110 V / 60 Hz version
12 / 24 V DCYachts and boatsRefrigerators, lighting; high loads require an inverter or a generator

An important detail: LOTUS MARINE ranges, ovens and fryers are rated for 400/440 V 3~ 50/60 Hz, so one and the same unit suits both a European and a 60 Hz vessel. Marine refrigerated counters are available at horecagear.com in a 60 Hz version.

Why 60 Hz is no minor detail

At 60 Hz an electric motor runs about 20 % faster than at 50 Hz. For a compressor this changes capacity and load; for a fan — airflow and noise. A compressor designed for 50 Hz may run overloaded on a 60 Hz network and fail sooner.

Load planning

Three units from the YOUR HORECA MARINE line — a 2-zone induction range (10 kW), an oven (5 kW) and a fryer (10.95 kW) — add up to ~26 kW. With a boiling pan, a coffee machine and refrigerators, the galley easily exceeds 40 kW. The electrician must calculate the simultaneous load at breakfast and lunch.

Harmonics and power quality

Induction and inverter-driven equipment generate harmonic distortion. In large galleys this must be taken into account in the generator and switchboard design so as not to interfere with navigation and control systems.

06Fixing: how to keep equipment in place

In a seaway a ship does not just heel — it accelerates and decelerates in every direction. For heavy equipment this means forces pushing it out of position, plus vibration from the engines and propeller that constantly tests every bolt and solder joint.

📐 Reference values used by class societies in type testing of shipboard electrical equipment

22.5°

static inclination to either side

22.5° / 10 s

dynamic rolling with a 10-second period

±1 mm

vibration in the 2–13.2 Hz range

0.7 g

vibration acceleration at 13.2–100 Hz

For galley equipment, these values are a good benchmark of what fixings and electronics must withstand day to day.

ElementSolutionWhyStatus
Equipment bodyAdjustable flanged feet bolted to the deck or plinth; a backing plate below deckThe unit does not slide or tip overMandatory
Equipment line-upUnits joined into a block with side closing panels and bolted to a common plinth or frameA block is more stable than individual unitsRecommended
Pots and pansPot holders (fiddles) — adjustable bars or rails above the rangeHot food does not slide or tip overMandatory
Oven and refrigerator doorsReinforced latches and door retainersDoors do not swing open when the ship heelsMandatory
GN containers in ovens and on shelvesShelving systems with stops, MARINE baskets and gridsContainers do not slide out, oven doors do not get brokenRecommended
Fryer and boiling pansLids, drain taps for emptying without tiltingOil and boiling liquid do not splash outMandatory
CompressorsAnti-vibration mountsVibration does not damage pipes and solder jointsRecommended
Countertop equipmentBolted to the worktop, holders, wall bracketsThe coffee machine or microwave does not fallMandatory
Drawers and cabinetsLockable handles and drawer catchesContents do not spill onto the floorRecommended

⚠ Drilling and welding on deck — only to an approved design

Fixing points must never be chosen on the spot with a drill in hand. The deck may contain watertight structures, fire insulation, cable trays or piping. Fixings use A4 (AISI 316) stainless steel bolts, and on an aluminium deck — insulating washers to prevent galvanic corrosion. Major refits are usually planned for a dry-docking period.

✎ What it looks like in practice

A typical case: during a refit, a standard restaurant convection oven was installed in the galley on a stand with braked castors — “it’s on brakes, after all”. In the first heavy roll the brakes gave way, the stand slid across to the opposite bulkhead, broke the oven door and damaged the worktable. The galley ran without an oven for a week, and the repair cost more than the original price difference to a MARINE version with flanged feet and a door retainer.

Pot holders are the simplest and cheapest safety element in a galley. horecagear.com offers them for various range widths — from €305 excl. VAT. All models: pot holders for ships.

07Materials: steel, surfaces and water protection

On board, the choice of materials determines whether a unit will look as good as new after three years or be covered in rust spots. But often more important than the grade is where the unit is located and how it is looked after.

MaterialWhere to useWhat to watch
AISI 304 (18/10, CrNi)Equipment bodies and worktops in an enclosed, ventilated galleyGood corrosion resistance indoors; salt and chloride deposits must be cleaned off regularly. LOTUS MARINE bodies
AISI 316 / 316L (with molybdenum)Open decks, deck bars, grills, fixing bolts, areas exposed to salt sprayFar better resistance to chlorides and pitting corrosion; more expensive
Marine-grade aluminium alloysSuperstructures, yacht hulls, shelvingIn contact with stainless steel in a salty environment — galvanic corrosion; insulation required
Galvanised or painted steelNot recommended in the galleyRusts once the coating is damaged; hard to keep hygienic
Glass-ceramicInduction and ceramic hobsReinforced, impact-resistant; protect from falling objects
Polypropylene, siliconeCutting boards, gasketsFood-safe, heat-resistant; gaskets are consumables

Surface finish

Scotch-Brite satin finish and rounded edges: fewer injuries when the ship rolls and easier cleaning. Surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent and free of sharp corners.

IP rating

LOTUS MARINE knobs and controls are IPX5 — resistant to water jets from any direction. This protects the electronics from splashes and wet cleaning.

Thermal insulation

An insulated body reduces heat in the galley and the ventilation load. Only non-combustible materials are used in fire boundaries.

Flooring and drains

Non-slip flooring, drains that work even when the ship heels, and grease traps. On a slippery floor, even the best equipment becomes dangerous.

💡 AISI 304 or 316 — an honest answer

In an enclosed, well-ventilated galley with regular cleaning, well-maintained AISI 304 lasts a long time, which is why most professional MARINE equipment bodies are made of 18/10 CrNi steel. AISI 316 is needed where there is direct salt spray or seawater: open decks, poolside bars, below-deck fixings. The most common causes of corrosion are chloride deposits and chlorine-based cleaning agents, not the wrong steel grade. That is why choosing cleaning agents is just as important as choosing the equipment.

08Hygiene and food storage at sea

MLC 2006 requires that food and drinking water on board be of sufficient quantity, nutritional value and hygienic quality, and that galley equipment match the crew size and voyage duration. In practice this means clear temperature limits and regular inspections.

WhatLimitComment
Chilled storage≤ +5 °CSeparate refrigerators for raw and ready-to-eat products are preferable
Frozen storage≤ −18 °CA short-term deviation of one or two degrees poses no significant risk
Hot holding≥ +63 °CBains-marie and buffet equipment on passenger ships
Reheating leftovers≥ +75 °C coreCheck with a probe thermometer
Dry storeabout +10 °CDry, lit, ventilated; products are not stored directly on the deck

Organisation

  • separate sinks for food preparation and dishwashing;
  • a separate hand-wash basin with soap and towels;
  • raw products below ready-to-eat ones, all food containers covered;
  • monthly thermometer checks;
  • the master or an authorised person inspects the food and the galley at least once a week, and the results are entered in the ship’s log.

Refrigeration on board

  • compressor on anti-vibration mounts;
  • door retainers that prevent opening when the ship heels;
  • condenser cleaning more often than ashore — salt deposits reduce efficiency;
  • 60 Hz version for ships with a 60 Hz network;
  • condensate drainage and ventilation behind the unit.

💧 Water on board: from one extreme to the other

Water from desalination plants is very soft and can be aggressive towards metals, while water taken on in port can be hard and form limescale in boiling pans, coffee machines and steam ovens. That is why water filters and treatment are chosen for both cases, and filter cartridges must be on board for the whole voyage. See water filters.

09Bar equipment and coffee machines on board

Coffee on board is just as important as a hot lunch: the crew works shifts around the clock, and the coffee machine is often the most heavily used piece of equipment on board. On passenger ferries, cruise ships and yachts, the bar is also a source of revenue and of the guest experience. But a bar has the same problems as a galley — plus glass, bottles, boiling water and pressurised steam.

Coffee solutionSuitable forWhat to consider on board
Filter coffee with jugs (MONDO, MATIC)Crews of 5–30, cargo ships and workboatsJug holders and a fixing kit so the jug does not slide off the warming plate; water connection
High-capacity filter system (B10 Marine)Ferries, large crews, conference rooms on board60 L of coffee per hour, 7.4 kW, 2 × 10 L containers, 440V3/115V version, wall console
Fully automatic espresso machine (SCHAERER)Yachts, passenger ship bars, officers’ messFixing to the worktop, water filter, milk cooler, 230 V 50–60 Hz, regular descaling
Hot water dispenserFor tea, instant soups, night shiftsTap with protection against accidental opening; secured so it cannot tip over

☕ Coffee machine safety in motion

  • machine bolted down or secured with a fixing kit;
  • jugs with lids and holders — no open hot containers on warming plates;
  • steam and hot water taps away from the passageway, so nobody can fall onto them when the ship rolls;
  • supply hoses secured and fitted with a shut-off valve.

💧 Water and limescale

  • desalinated water is too soft and aggressive, port water is often hard;
  • a water filter with the right cartridge for both cases;
  • descaling schedule based on water hardness, not the calendar;
  • filter cartridges and gaskets on board for the whole voyage.

🍻 The bar on board

  • bottle shelves with rails and dividers, glasses in racks with stops;
  • bar refrigerators with door retainers or self-closing drawers;
  • blenders and juicers secured or stowed away after use;
  • non-slip mats on the bar counter and the floor.

🧊 Ice maker

  • ice is food — the bin is disinfected regularly;
  • the drain must work even when the ship heels, otherwise water stays in the bin;
  • the condenser needs cleaning more often because of salt and dust;
  • a water filter upstream of the ice maker — cleaner ice and less limescale.

📊 Example calculation: how much coffee a crew needs

A crew of 22, each drinking 4–5 cups a day, → about 100 cups, or ~13–15 litres a day, with peaks at shift changes. A filter machine with two jugs (MATIC) handles this easily. If there are also passengers or a conference room on board, a high-capacity system is needed, such as the B10 Marine with 60 L per hour. The fully automatic SCHAERER Coffee Club is designed for up to 80 cups a day, so it suits a yacht, an officers’ saloon or a small bar, but not the whole crew as the only source.
Filter coffee

BRAVILOR MATIC for ships

Fast-brew filter system, 2 stainless steel jugs with holders, fixing kit, 230 V or 110–127 V, water connection.

€816.00 excl. VAT

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For high volumes

BRAVILOR B10 Marine filter system

60 L/h, 7.4 kW, 2 × 10 L containers, 400V3/230V or 440V3/115V, timer, wall console, descaling system.

€2,729.00 excl. VAT

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Espresso machine

SCHAERER Coffee Club

Up to 80 cups a day, 2.3 kW, 230 V 50–60 Hz, 7" touchscreen, 40+ beverages, Best Foam milk frothing.

€3,699.00 excl. VAT

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Premium bar

SCHAERER Soul Select

10.4" touchscreen, power up to 5.8 kW, 50/60 Hz — for a passenger ship bar or a superyacht where coffee is part of the service.

€10,999.00 excl. VAT

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All marine coffee machines — Coffee machines for ships, from €650 excl. VAT. For the bar on board, see also ice makers, bar refrigerators, bar refrigerators with drawers, wine coolers, blenders, milk coolers, hot water dispensers, bar stations and water filters. For standard bar equipment on board, we adapt fixings and retainers during the project.

10Equipment by vessel type

There is no single “ship’s kitchen”. A sailing boat and a ferry share only the principle — everything must be secured, everything must withstand salt, and everything must be serviceable by the crew itself.

Vessel typeDinersTypical galleyRecommended line
Motorboat, sailing boat, yacht up to ~15 m2–8Compact ceramic or induction hob, microwave oven, 12/24 V refrigerator, coffee machine600 mm depth, countertop equipment, DROP-IN tops
Superyacht, charter yacht8–30Professional induction, multifunction oven, refrigerated counters, espresso machine700 mm, DROP-IN, high-end design
Fishing vessel, tug, workboat4–15Electric range with oven, fryer, boiling pan, refrigerated counter700 mm MARINE, rugged and compact
Cargo ship, tanker15–30Range or induction, multifunction oven, 50–100 L boiling pan, fryer, cold rooms700/900 mm MARINE
Ferry, passenger ship100–1000+Several lines, 100–150 L boiling pans, double fryers, bains-marie for the buffet, pasta cookers900 mm MARINE, modular blocks
Offshore, research vessel20–10024/7 catering across several shifts, backup equipment900 mm, duplicated critical equipment

✔ One rule for all vessel types

If a ship has only one oven or one range, its failure means the crew is left without a hot meal until the next port. That is why at least one cooking method should be duplicated: for example, an induction range and a multifunction oven, or a range with oven and an electric tilting pan.

11Designing a shipboard galley

A galley refit on board is more expensive and complex than ashore: work takes place within a port call or dry-docking window, and every mistake means off-hire time. That is why the project starts with an on-site survey.

Bringing equipment on board

The dimensions of doors, hatches and stairways often determine the size of the equipment more than its output. The unit has to pass along the entire route from the quay to the galley.

Workflow

Store → preparation → cooking → serving → dishwashing. Short routes and rails or grab handles to hold on to when the ship rolls.

Ventilation

Hoods with grease filters and fire dampers, supply air, heat load calculation. Induction reduces heat and the required ventilation capacity.

Water and drains

Drainage that works even when the ship heels, floor gullies, grease traps, a place for emptying boiling pans and fryers.

Electrical

Dedicated circuit breakers, emergency shutdown, cables and IP ratings in line with the vessel’s class.

Service access

Removable panels and access to the rear of the equipment. Equipment that cannot be accessed will not be serviced.

⚠ The most common mistakes in ship galleys

The unit does not fit through the hatch and has to be dismantled. Standard restaurant equipment is installed without fixings or pot holders. A 50 Hz refrigerator on a 60 Hz ship runs overloaded and fails within the first year. The hood’s grease filters are not removable, so they never get cleaned. Spare parts are ordered only once the equipment has already stopped.

YOUR HORECA design and installation

From the on-board survey to a ready-to-use galley

Survey

we inspect the galley, passageways, hatches and the available electrical power

Design

layout, load calculation, fixings and documentation for the shipyard or class surveyor

Delivery

to Latvia, the Baltics and Europe — according to the ship’s schedule, in port or in dock

Installation

we install, connect, test and train the galley staff

We work with shipowners, shipyards, yacht owners and repair companies. Every project starts with a conversation about the vessel, the crew and the voyages. YOUR HORECA projects and custom solutions →

12Selection in 8 steps

  1. Determine the number of diners and voyage length. Crew, passengers, shifts, how many days without a port call.
  2. Establish the requirements. Vessel type, flag, class, SOLAS applicability; for yachts — the Recreational Craft Directive and ISO standards.
  3. Check the power supply. Voltage, frequency, power available to the galley and generator load at mealtimes.
  4. Choose the energy source. Electric or induction for large ships; on yachts — induction with a sufficient battery bank, or gas with a full safety package.
  5. Choose the line by depth. 600 mm for yachts, 700 mm for workboats and cargo ships, 900 mm for ferries and large galleys.
  6. Plan the fixings. Flanged feet, pot holders, door latches, lids, baskets and anti-vibration mounts.
  7. Coordinate fire safety. Fryer fire extinguishing, hood filters and dampers — together with the ship’s systems specialist.
  8. Put together a spare parts kit. Heating elements, thermostats, gaskets, switches and filters for the whole voyage — plus a maintenance contract ashore.

13Service, maintenance and spare parts on board

Ashore, a broken unit is an inconvenience. At sea, it means the crew eats cold food for a week. That is why galley maintenance on a ship rests on three things: daily care, planned maintenance in port and spare parts on board.

YOUR HORECA service

Warranty and post-warranty service for ship galley equipment

24/7

customer service
+371 25 522 233

On site

field service, diagnostics and repairs — also on board while the ship is in port

Spare parts

heating elements, thermostats, switches, gaskets and pumps in stock at our warehouse in Riga, Vagonu iela 23

Maintenance contracts

planned maintenance during port calls or dry-docking and spare parts kits for the voyage

A ship’s time in port is short, so we plan the work in advance: parts are prepared before the vessel arrives, and the engineers come with everything they need. About YOUR HORECA service →

Maintenance schedule for a ship’s galley

WhenWhat to doWho does it
Before the voyageCheck fixings, pot holders, door latches; stock of spare parts and filtersCook / engineer
DailyClean salt and grease off surfaces, clean the fryer, check refrigerator temperaturesGalley staff
WeeklyClean the hood grease filters, check door gaskets, record thermometer readingsGalley staff
MonthlyClean condensers, check limescale in boiling pans and coffee machines, retighten boltsStaff / engineer
In port or dock, once a yearHeating elements, thermostats, contactors, electrical connections, insulation resistance, fans and motorsService

Spare parts that should be on board

Heating elements

For ranges, ovens, boiling pans and fryers. Hard water and overheating are the most common causes of burnout. Heating elements

Thermostats and switches

A fryer must not be used without a working thermostat. Switches and contactors wear out from vibration. Switches

Door gaskets

For ovens and refrigerators. A damaged gasket means heat loss and ice in the freezer. Gaskets

Motors and fans

For convection ovens and refrigeration. Salt and grease damage them faster than ashore. Motors

Pumps and hoses

For coffee machines and dishwashers. Pumps · Inlet and drain hoses

Water filters

Cartridges for the whole voyage — water quality varies from port to port. Water filters

✎ What it looks like in practice

A typical case: the fryer thermostat on a cargo ship fails mid-voyage. There is no spare thermostat on board, and the fryer has to be shut down until the next port, where the ship stays for only 14 hours. If the part has not been prepared in advance, the repair is postponed until the next voyage. Shipowners who put together a spare parts kit with the service team based on the equipment list resolve such cases on board, with their own engineer, within an hour.

14MARINE equipment in the horecagear.com range

The YOUR HORECA marine category comprises more than 25 equipment groups: ranges, induction, ovens, boiling pans, fryers, griddles, tilting pans, bains-marie, pasta cookers, DROP-IN built-in units, refrigeration, coffee machines, neutral worktops, baskets and pot holders. A few examples:

Induction

LOTUS induction range 90 MARINE PCI-94ETX

2 zones, 10 kW, 400/440 V 3~ 50/60 Hz, 400×900×900 mm. Adjustable flanged feet, pot holders, IPX5 knobs, suitable for WOK pans.

€4,999.00 excl. VAT

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Oven

LOTUS oven on base GN2/1 70 MARINE MF-710ETX

5 kW, 50–300 °C, GN2/1, 400/440 V 3~ 50/60 Hz, 1000×630×570 mm, AISI 304 18/10, IPX5 knobs.

€2,399.00 excl. VAT

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Fryer

LOTUS fryer 13 L 90 MARINE F13T-94ETX

10.95 kW, 10 kg/h, double thermostat and overheat protection, lid, drain tap, 400/440 V 3~ 50/60 Hz.

€2,179.00 excl. VAT

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Range with oven

LOTUS range with oven 90 MARINE CF4-98ETX

4 hotplates and an oven in one block — the classic solution for cargo ship and workboat galleys.

€3,189.00 excl. VAT

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Boiling pan

LOTUS electric boiling pan 100 L 90 MARINE PI100-98ETX

100 L for soups and side dishes for a large crew or a ferry. Lid lock, drain valve for emptying without tilting.

€4,999.00 excl. VAT

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Refrigeration

Marine refrigerated counter SA 900 mm with drawers

60 Hz version, stainless steel, fan-assisted cooling, automatic defrost, 4 drawers, adjustable feet.

€1,789.00 excl. VAT

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Safety

Pot holder RACK-94

Pot holder for a 900 mm line range — pots and pans stay in place even in a seaway. Models available for 600, 700 and 900 mm lines.

€305.00 excl. VAT

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Prices are shown excl. VAT as listed on horecagear.com in October 2026 and are subject to change. All groups — Kitchen equipment for ships: induction hobs, DROP-IN induction, electric hobs, microwave ovens, griddles, electric tilting pans, bains-marie, pasta cookers, neutral worktops and MARINE baskets.

15Frequently asked questions

Can standard restaurant equipment be used on a ship?

Technically yes, but it is a risk. Standard equipment lacks flanged feet for bolting to the deck, pot holders and door latches, and often has no 440 V / 60 Hz version. On classed vessels and SOLAS ships, fire safety requirements must also be met, especially for fryers.

How does the MARINE version differ from the standard one?

In its construction: adjustable flanged feet with locking, pot holders, waterproof IPX5 knobs and controls, lids and drain taps, reinforced glass-ceramic and a 400/440 V 3~ 50/60 Hz power supply. Outwardly the units may look similar, but on board the difference becomes obvious in the first storm.

Is induction safe on a rolling ship?

Yes, it is one of the safest choices: there is no open flame, the surface itself does not heat up, and if a pot slides off the zone, heating stops. Pot holders are still a must, because pans slide more easily on smooth glass-ceramic.

Can a gas cooker be used on a yacht?

Yes, provided the gas system meets the requirements for small craft: the cylinder in a sealed locker with an overboard drain, a flame failure device on every burner, a shut-off valve and a gas detector. The system is installed and regularly inspected by a certified specialist. If there is enough power, induction is safer.

Which stainless steel grade is needed?

In an enclosed, ventilated galley, AISI 304 (18/10) is sufficient, provided the equipment is cleaned regularly and no chlorine-based agents are used. AISI 316 is needed on open decks, in deck bars and for fixing bolts.

Is YOUR HORECA equipment suitable for a ship with a 440 V / 60 Hz network?

LOTUS MARINE ranges, ovens, boiling pans and fryers are rated for 400/440 V 3~ 50/60 Hz. Marine refrigerated counters are available in a 60 Hz version, and some coffee machines and ovens come in 110 V / 60 Hz versions. Before ordering, we will check the data of each unit against your ship’s network.

Who installs the fryer fire-extinguishing system?

It is designed and installed by a marine fire-protection specialist together with the shipyard or the shipowner’s technical department, and approved by class. YOUR HORECA supplies fryers with a double thermostat and helps position the equipment so the system can be connected easily.

Which coffee machine should I choose for a ship’s crew?

For a crew that drinks a lot of black coffee, the best value is a filter machine with jugs and a fixing kit — it is simple, fast and inexpensive to maintain. For high volumes, the B10 Marine with 60 litres per hour is a good fit. A fully automatic espresso machine is ideal for a yacht, a saloon or a bar, but it requires more careful water filtration and regular cleaning.

Can YOUR HORECA service a ship while it is in port?

Yes. Contact customer service by phone at +371 25 522 233, stating the vessel, port, length of stay and the equipment manufacturer and model. We will prepare the parts before the vessel arrives, so the work can be completed during the port call.

Fitting out a newbuild, refitting a galley or looking for equipment for a yacht?

Tell us about the vessel, the crew, the voyages and the electrical network — we will recommend galley and bar equipment and coffee machines, calculate the load, plan the fixings and take care of delivery, installation, service and spare parts on board.

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This article is for information only and does not replace the instructions of the vessel’s class society, the flag State administration or the shipyard. The applicability of regulations depends on the vessel type, size, flag and area of operation. Efficiency, power and current calculations are indicative; we will prepare an exact solution for your vessel after a survey.