About

The Budget Marine’s flagship store, regional headquarters as well warehouse of the Budget Marine group of companies. It carries the largest selection of marine products anywhere in the Caribbean. Our staff is knowledgeable and dedicated to customer service. Visit us by land or sea. We’re located in Cole Bay at the far eastern end of the Simpson Bay Lagoon. The Budget Marine store is easy to spot.

Accessibility

We have ample customer parking in our parking lot and at our dinghy dock.

Languages

English, French, Dutch, Spanish and Papiamentu.

At this Store

• Reputed Service Department for your Outboard Engine Repairs & Service / Inflatable Repairs & Services
• Shrink Wrapping Service. Cost Material $3 per ft. (price may vary) plus cost labor $40.
• Dock Rental for dinghies, limited spaces available. Cost $10 per ft. per month.
• Ramp Usage: Cost $15
• Oil Disposal. Cost $2 per gallon.

Services

• Duty Free pricing for visiting yachts. Bring in your boat registration and a valid picture ID to set up an account in store.
• Enjoy Free Wifi in our store. 
  
• Talk to us about your project – we can give you a starting discount based on the size of your project.
• We have a reliable Special Order Service that is quick and efficient for any items you need and can’t find in store.
• Give one of our Budget Marine Gift Cards: The perfect boaters gift. They are available upon request and can be purchased from the cashier.
  
• Free informational brochures, supplier catalogs, marine trade directories, magazines and newspapers are frequently distributed in our store.
• Epirb Programming available. We organize this to an outsourced contact. Inquire in store.

Shipping & Export

Shipping and Export

Throughout the Caribbean, Budget Marine retail stores are positioned in key locations. We can ship straight to you by air, sea, or expedited shipment if you live on an island without a store or agent.
Our distribution center is located in St. Maarten, and we ship throughout the Caribbean.

Please take note that Antigua, Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao, Colombia, Grenada, St. Kitts, St. Thomas, and Trinidad are among the countries where Budget Marine St. Maarten is unable to ship to individual clients. Customers on these islands should go to the local Budget Marine store.

Ocean

Service is available as per vessel availability and any sail date stipulations.

Air and Express

The majority of Caribbean destinations can be reached by FedEx or DHL. Please be aware that hazardous materials including paints, glues, and resins will not be accepted by airlines.

On Island Delivery

Bulk purchases and large goods can be delivered on-island if the minimum purchase amount is met. Kindly inquire about specifics from the store where you are.

Damage in Transit 

The recipient must carefully inspect outgoing goods before accepting delivery to ensure that items are received in excellent condition, as Budget Marine does not assume liability for damages that occur during transport. Items that arrive damaged must be reported right away to the appropriate shipping company. We will be prepared to make amends if it can be demonstrated that Budget Marine’s poor packaging caused the damage. Please be aware that within seven (7) days of receiving the cargo, any inconsistencies or shortfalls must be reported to the issuing site.

Prices

Our website offers “St. Maarten Offshore Prices” for boats that have been registered and cleared by a foreign authority. They do not represent our St. Maarten in-store price tag or our selling prices in every location because most other areas impose additional shipping charges in addition to taxes and tariffs. The goal of every Budget Marine Group location is to provide you with the best pricing available in that area. As a result, there are numerous places that continue to provide intricate duty-free deals. However, the price on the website may differ due to the cost of maintaining these features. Our website displays all pricing in US dollars.

Payment Methods

Cash
We accept US dollars, Antillean Guilders and Euros. Prices in the store are listed in US dollars and Antillean Guilders.

Cheques
We accept local and US and bank drafts.

Credit Cards

We accept Mastercard, Visa and American Express.

Wire Transfers
We also accept wire transfers for customers that would like to purchase items without being present in store. We will provide you with any wire transfer information if this is the case.

Pricing

The price stated on our website are in US dollars and applies to the St. Maarten location for those customers that are Yacht In Transit, Export Customers or Non Residents that provide proof of this status. Regular store prices will include local taxes. We are committed to giving you the best possible pricing.

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Information for Simpson Bay Bridges

Causeway Swing Bridge
Average Height when closed is 6.2 m     (varies according to the Tide)
Bridge width 23.0 m
Controlling depth 6.0 m
VHF 12
Tel. +1 721 545 5230 / + 1 721-545-3183

Simpson Bay Bridge
Average Height when closed is 2·4m      (varies according to the Tide)
Bridge width 17·0m
Controlling depth 6·0m
VHF 12
Tel. +1 721 545 5230 / + 1 721-545-3183

Simpson Bay Bridge		Causeway Bridge
8.30 hrs	Outbound Traffic	8.15 hrs	In & Outbound traffic
9.30 hrs	Inbound traffic	9.45 hrs	In & Outbound traffic
10.30 hrs	Outbound Traffic	10.15 hrs	In & Outbound traffic
11.30 hrs	Inbound traffic	11.45 hrs	In & Outbound traffic
15.00 hrs	Inbound Traffic	15.15 hrs	On Call for In & Outbound traffic
16.00 hrs	Outbound Traffic	15.45 hrs	In & Outbound traffic
17.00 hrs	Inbound Traffic	17.15 hrs	In & Outbound traffic