DATAW ISLAND MARINA

For those who are called by the water, Dataw Island keeps you close to the sea.

Marina Restaurant Update:

The Morgan River Grill is now open to members and the public for Lunch and Dinner, Tuesday - Saturday.
View their menu online and call ahead for dinner reservations (recommended) or to place an order for carry-out.
(843)838-8474
LUNCH: 11 am – 5 pm | DINNER: 5pm – 9 pm
(Closed Sunday and Monday)

Just three miles from the Intracoastal Waterway, boating to the Atlantic Ocean from Dataw is an enjoyable and scenic 30 minute ride - although many fishermen are content to cast a line or to fly fish right here in the coastal waters of Dataw Island. Several community docks are available from which to drop a crab trap, launch a kayak or catch a sunset.

Dataw Marina is now owned by the island's members (Dataw Island Owners Association), and managed by Marine Tech Services. The facility offers wet slips, dry storage, fuel, air-conditioned showers and laundry, marine surveyor, an on-call diver, and a full-service boatyard. Learn more by clicking here.

Transient dockage is also available. We ask that boaters please fill out this request form or call ahead to confirm availability (843)838-8410.

Sailors delight (as do all boaters!) in the activities offered through the Dataw Island Yacht Club, a member-based social boating organization. Offering regattas, kayak tours, sailing adventures and the much-anticipated Commodore’s Ball, the Yacht Club is a local favorite. For more information on joining, please visit the DIYC website.

2022-23 Rate Sheets are now available.

More information about the Dataw Island Marina is available at www.datawmarina.com and on Facebook.

Meet the Team!

	John Torrens (President): John is the founder of Marine Tech and began his mechanical career working on Navy jets during the Vietnam era, specializing in hydraulics. This is John’s third successful service business. John is originally from Pennsylvania and relocated to SC in 2002 where both John and his wife, Janie, started Marine Tech Services. John has owned multiple boats and has been sailing since the early 80s and received his Coast Guard Master Captain 100 Ton license. He has been SCUBA diving since the early 60s and still enjoys it today. John and Janie have been coordinating sailing charters in the Caribbean since 1994 and still enjoy it today.
	Janie Torrens (Financial Administrator, Managing Partner): Janie is an accomplished Massage Therapist and Holistic Practitioner of 30 years. She founded and owned a thriving Wellness Center in Pennsylvania. She continued her practice in SC until she retired from the practice. She has been a managing partner in all of John's businesses, and continues to oversee payroll along with other financial responsibilities at Marine Tech. She is PROUD to be a wife for 54 years, a Mother of two amazing daughters, a Grandmother of 5 and a Great-grandmother of 6! She now passes her time in her garden with her multitude of plants and flowers.
	Kristy Carr (General Manager): Originally from Pennsylvania, Kristy left an engineering position in Manhattan shortly after 9/11 in order to be closer to her family and enjoy the Lowcountry lifestyle. Kristy joined the Marine Tech team in 2011 after holding various positions over the last 20 years in multiple engineering disciplines. Recently promoted to position of General Manager, she now oversees all phases of the company’s operations in three locations. Kristy and her husband, Gary, spend much of their spare time outdoors enjoying time with family and friends.
	Gary Carr (Service Director): Gary has been employed with Marine Tech since 2006 and holds many certifications including Yanmar engines, Westerbeke engines/gensets, Vacuflush, Fischer Panda, Dometic, Kohler and a variety of others. Originally from Ohio, Gary served in the US Army for 13 years as a Fuel Specialist where he began his diesel engine mechanical experience. Gary enjoys anything outdoors including camping, boating, and spending time with his wife, Kristy, and their 5 children and 8 grandchildren.
	Chad Langford (Harbormaster): Growing up in the Lowcountry (in Ridgeland, Beaufort, and Savannah) Chad has always loved the outdoors, especially fishing, golf, and boating. First an employee of the DIOA, Chad was welcomed to the Marine Tech team this year to continue to server as Harbormaster. He is five-star Yamaha certified, served as General Manager of the Hilton Head Boathouse for 5 years, and in the earlier part of his career in the 1990s he worked in the golf industry, including as Assistant Golf Professional at Bray’s Island and running a golf store on Lady’s Island called Stic’s.

Mickey Thompson (Marine Technician): Mickey is originally from Bluffton and has lived in SC all his life. He started with Marine Tech in 2019 and has well-rounded experience including marine electronics, outboard motors and electrical knowledge. Mickey has been working on boats since 2013 and has been boating since childhood. Mickey enjoys hunting and fishing when he isn’t boating.

Justin Torrens (Marine Technician): Originally from PA, Justin moved to SC and has been with the Marine Tech team for 5 years. Justin is now Vacuflush sanitation certified, Yanmar small engine certified and is skilled in various other marine repairs. Justin grew up in a mechanically-inclined family making it simple for him fit into this skilled trade. Justin enjoys reading, biking, and spending quality time with his family.

John Livergood (Marine Technician): Johnny relocated to SC from PA in 2016. Johnny began in the automobile repair business and has since joined the Marine Tech team in 2018 to continue to grow his mechanical skills. Johnny is Vacuflush sanitation certified as well as experienced in various marine servicing and repair areas. Johnny’s spare time is spent assisting with sailing charters and spending quality time with friends and family.

Ashley Ramos (Administrative Assistant): Ashley began her career with Marine Tech in 2019 after successfully managing a local store chain of five locations. Ashley’s background in customer service and growing up in a boating family has made it easy for her to fit into her position. Ashley loves outdoor activities including fishing, camping, and traveling - especially with her son.