Meet Chris Willcox


Founder of Kaiwi Makai Marine, Chris Willcox brings more than 30 years of hands-on maritime experience to every project.


As a USCG-licensed captain and lifelong mariner, he has operated commercial, recreational, and research vessels throughout California, Mexico, the Northeast United States, and Hawaii.

Today, Chris combines decades of practical experience with thoughtful system design to help vessel owners build reliable, efficient, and dependable marine systems.

30+ Years Experience | USCG Licensed Captain | 200 GRT Master License | Serving Hawaii Vessel Owners

The Kaiwi Makai Difference


We believe marine systems should be reliable, serviceable, and designed for real-world use. Every installation is approached with long-term performance in mind, from electrical systems and navigation electronics to HVAC, refrigeration, and freshwater solutions.

Our goal is simple: deliver clean, dependable marine systems that allow vessel owners to spend more time enjoying the water and less time troubleshooting equipment.

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