VISTA MARINE — SINCE 2008
Galley Equipment
Professional-grade cooking, refrigeration, dishwashing and storage systems for marine vessels — from superyachts and commercial ships to naval vessels and expedition boats. Supplied, installed and commissioned worldwide.
OVERVIEW
What Is Galley Equipment?
Galley equipment refers to the professional cooking, food preparation, refrigeration, dishwashing, and storage appliances installed in the galley — the onboard kitchen of a vessel. Unlike domestic or commercial restaurant kitchens, galley equipment must withstand constant motion, saltwater corrosion, extreme humidity, and the vibration loads inherent to marine environments. Every unit must be purpose-built or certified for marine use, typically complying with SOLAS fire-safety regulations and ISO marine standards.
The term galley equipments (sometimes used in the plural) encompasses the full suite of appliances fitted across a vessel's galley, pantry, and scullery spaces: from combi-ovens and induction hobs to blast chillers, undercounter dishwashers, marine-grade refrigerators, and custom 316L stainless steel countertops. Vista Marine has been specifying, sourcing, and installing galley equipment for superyachts and commercial vessels from its Istanbul base since 2008.
MARINE SECTOR
Marine Galley Equipment
Marine galley equipment is engineered to standards that go far beyond what a standard commercial kitchen appliance can offer. Vibration-resistant compressors, sealed electrical connections rated for salt-air ingress, anti-tipping burner grates, and frames constructed from marine-grade 316L stainless steel are baseline requirements — not optional upgrades. Leading manufacturers such as Miele Marine, Electrolux Professional, Rational, Winterhalter, and Hoshizaki produce dedicated marine ranges that meet these specifications.
Vista Marine selects marine galley equipment on the basis of energy classification, serviceability in remote ports, spare-parts availability, and compliance with the vessel's class society rules (Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas, DNV, RINA). We supply, install, and commission marine galley equipment across the Mediterranean, Atlantic, and worldwide.
COMMERCIAL SHIPPING
Galley Equipment for Ships
Ship Galley Equipment
Ship galley equipment on commercial cargo vessels, tankers, bulk carriers, and ferries operates under the most demanding conditions at sea. Crews of 20–200 require institutional-scale cooking lines: commercial combi-steamers, continuous conveyor dishwashers, high-capacity refrigeration holds, and bulk storage racking. Vista Marine supplies ship galley equipment that is dimensioned for compact machinery spaces, plumbed for seawater or freshwater systems, and designed for easy maintenance by crew at sea.
Galley Equipment in Ship Design
Integrating galley equipment in ship design requires close coordination with the naval architect, the classification society, and the owner's technical team. Space envelopes, ventilation extract volumes, LPG or induction energy decisions, and firefighting system interface points must all be resolved at the design stage. Vista Marine participates in new-build galley equipment specifications from tender through commissioning, providing BIM-ready drawings and energy load calculations for the ship's electrical budget.
Galley Equipment for Ships — Refit
Replacing galley equipment in ship refits demands fast turnaround to minimise port time and vessel downtime. Vista Marine stocks commonly needed items — combi-ovens, undercounter refrigerators, pass-through dishwashers — and can mobilise installation teams to shipyards in Istanbul, Tuzla, Genoa, Palma, and across the Adriatic and Eastern Mediterranean within days of order confirmation.
NAVAL & DEFENCE
Navy High Tech Galley Equipment
Navy high tech galley equipment represents the most demanding specification tier in the marine catering sector. Naval vessels — frigates, patrol boats, logistics support ships, and submarines — require galley equipment that operates reliably through shock loads from weapons systems, acoustic silencing requirements, electromagnetic compatibility constraints, and strict weight-distribution budgets. Equipment must function in both conventional and battle-damage scenarios without relying on complex electronic controls that could be disabled by EMP or power surges.
Common specifications for navy high tech galley equipment include MIL-SPEC shock mounting systems, stainless steel construction to MIL-DTL-24441 or equivalent, LP-gas or steam-based cooking to eliminate open flames below deck, and NAVSEA-compatible ventilation systems. Vista Marine has supplied galley equipment to government shipbuilding projects in the Eastern Mediterranean and can provide documentation packages for defence procurement programmes.
Whether the project involves a single patrol vessel or a multi-hull programme, our engineering team prepares full equipment schedules, technical data packages, and factory acceptance test (FAT) procedures on request.
EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW
What Equipment Can Be Found in the Galley?
The question what equipment can be found in the galley is one of the first asked during a new-build or refit specification meeting. The precise answer depends on the vessel type, crew size, voyage profile, and flag-state requirements — but the core galley equipment categories are consistent across most marine applications:
Cooking equipment — combi-steamers, induction hobs, griddles, pressure
fryers, salamanders, and range cookers.
Refrigeration — undercounter refrigerators, upright cabinets, blast
chillers, ice machines, and marine-grade cold rooms.
Dishwashing — undercounter, pass-through, and flight-type dishwashers
with water-softening units.
Food preparation — meat slicers, dough proofers, planetary mixers,
vacuum-packaging machines, and juicers.
Storage & serving — bain-marie units, heated cabinets, custom 316L
countertops, and scullery sinks.
GALLEY EQUIPMENT LIST
Galley Equipment List
A complete galley equipment list for a 40–60 m superyacht typically covers 40–70 individual items across cooking, refrigeration, beverage, dishwashing, and storage categories. The list below covers the most commonly specified items Vista Marine supplies:
- Rational SelfCookingCenter combi-oven (6 or 10 tray)
- Induction cooking suite (2–6 zone)
- Miele Marine professional dishwasher
- Winterhalter pass-through dishwasher
- Hoshizaki undercounter ice machine
- Electrolux blast chiller / shock freezer
- Marine upright refrigerator / freezer cabinets
- Stainless steel prep tables and counters (316L)
- Scullery sinks with marine-grade tap fittings
- Commercial vacuum-pack machine
- Planetary mixer (Kenwood, Hobart)
- Coffee espresso system (Jura Marine / Franke)
- Salamander / overhead broiler
- Marine cold room panels and refrigeration unit
SAILING & MOTOR YACHTS
Boat Galley Equipment
Boat galley equipment for smaller sailing yachts and motor cruisers (under 24 m) follows the same marine engineering principles as superyacht and ship applications, but with a sharper focus on space efficiency, weight reduction, and 12/24 V DC power compatibility. Compact induction hobs, drawer refrigerators, miniature combi-ovens, and scaled-down dishwashers allow owners of 30–50 ft vessels to equip their galleys to a near-professional standard without overloading the vessel's power generation capacity.
Vista Marine advises on boat galley equipment specifications for both new builds and refit projects, offering energy calculations and DC/AC compatibility guidance alongside the supply and installation of selected equipment. Contact our team for vessel-specific recommendations.
AEROSPACE CONTEXT
Aircraft Galley Equipment
Aircraft galley equipment refers to the trolley systems, ovens, coffee makers, refrigeration units, and waste management modules fitted in the galley areas of commercial aircraft. The aircraft galley equipment market is dominated by specialist aerospace suppliers such as Driessen Aircraft Interior Systems (Driessen galley equipment and Driessen galleys & equipment divisions), JAMCO, Zodiac Aerospace, and B/E Aerospace (now Collins Aerospace).
An aircraft galley equipment list typically includes: trolley carts and half-carts, oven modules (convection and steam), liquid refreshment modules, waste compactors, standard unit insert (SUI) systems, and integrated lighting. The aircraft galley equipment market is valued in the billions of dollars globally, driven by fleet expansion and cabin-interior refresh cycles.
Note: Vista Marine specialises exclusively in marine galley equipment — ships, superyachts, commercial vessels, and naval applications. For aircraft galley equipment enquiries, please contact Driessen Aircraft Interior Systems or Collins Aerospace directly.
GALLEY EQUIPMENT BRANDS
Equipment We Supply
Vista Marine works directly with the world's leading marine equipment manufacturers — providing genuine factory warranty, certified installation, and global after-sales support.
HOW WE WORK
Galley Equipment Supply Process
01
Specification
We review your vessel drawings, energy budget, class requirements, and owner brief to compile a tailored equipment schedule.
02
Procurement
Direct factory ordering from authorised distributor channels — competitive pricing, verified lead times, and full documentation.
03
Logistics
DAP or DDP delivery to your shipyard worldwide, including customs clearance, crating, and marine insured freight.
04
Installation
Factory-trained installation teams connect, align, and pressure-test all galley equipment to manufacturer tolerances.
05
Commissioning
Full function test with crew, handover documentation, and manufacturer warranty registration in the owner's name.
06
After-Sales
Genuine spare parts, remote diagnostics, and on-call service at ports across the Mediterranean and beyond.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Galley Equipment — FAQs
What makes galley equipment different from commercial kitchen equipment? +
Marine galley equipment must comply with SOLAS fire-safety regulations, resist saltwater corrosion (316L stainless steel enclosures), operate on ship's power (often 400V 50Hz or 60Hz three-phase), and withstand constant motion and vibration. Standard commercial kitchen equipment is not designed for these conditions.
Which galley equipment brands does Vista Marine supply? +
We are authorised or preferred partners for Miele Marine, Electrolux Professional, Rational, Winterhalter, Hoshizaki, Coldline, Primus, and Franke, among others. We can also source most other European marine-certified brands on request.
Can you supply galley equipment for a ship outside Turkey? +
Yes. We ship galley equipment worldwide — to shipyards in Spain, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Croatia, Greece, the UAE, and beyond. We handle export documentation, customs clearance, and marine freight insurance.
Do you provide a galley equipment list for my vessel free of charge? +
Yes. Submit your vessel drawings and project brief via our quote form and we will compile a preliminary galley equipment schedule at no cost, with indicative pricing and lead times.
What is the difference between galley equipment for ships and superyacht galley equipment? +
Commercially certified ship galley equipment must meet MLC 2006 (Maritime Labour Convention) standards for crew welfare, including minimum refrigeration and cooking capacity per crew member. Superyacht galley equipment is selected primarily for performance, aesthetics, and brand — often the same residential luxury brands used in Michelin-star restaurants, but in marine-certified versions.
Ready to Specify Your Galley Equipment?
Share your vessel details and project scope — our team will prepare a tailored galley equipment schedule with pricing and lead times within 5 working days.
