Onne Port, located within the Onne Oil and Gas Free Zone, is the most significant specialized offshore support hub in West Africa. As the primary mobilization point for Nigeria’s deep-water projects, it demands a level of technical sophistication found nowhere else in the region. Africa Ship Service provides Class-approved, 24/7/365 integrated ship repair and high-spec engineering services at Onne Port. We specialize in the complex needs of the energy sector, supporting Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) units, drilling rigs, and the diverse fleet of Offshore Support Vessels (OSV) that power the Gulf of Guinea’s oil and gas production.
HIGH-STAKES TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS FOR RIGS, FPSOs & DEEP-WATER ASSETS AT ONNE
In the offshore industry, every hour of downtime represents significant financial loss. Our Onne division is structured for rapid response and precision engineering that meets IMCA and OGP standards.
- FPSO & FSO Afloat Repairs: Specialized maintenance for production machinery, high-pressure piping systems, and structural hull integrity for units moored offshore or at the Onne
- Drilling Rig Support: Structural steel fabrication, 6G certified welding, and hydraulic troubleshooting for Jack-up and Semi-Submersible rigs.
- OSV, PSV & AHTS Engineering: Expert repair of Dynamic Positioning (DP) systems, azimuth thrusters, and heavy-duty towing winches.
- Project Mobilization: Technical support for the installation of specialized subsea equipment and deck seafastening for offshore construction vessels.
INDUSTRIAL ENGINE OVERHAUL & MACHINERY RESTORATION AT ONNE PORT
Reliability is the cornerstone of offshore operations. Our Onne mechanical team focuses on the high-endurance power plants that drive the energy sector.
- Caterpillar & Cummins Specialist: (Comprehensive overhauls and diagnostics for CAT 3500 & 3600 series engines, the workhorses of the Onne offshore fleet).
- Wärtsilä & MAN B&W: (Master-level servicing for propulsion engines of large-scale tankers and offshore construction vessels).
- Auxiliary Power Solutions: 24/7 servicing of Yanmar & Daihatsu generators to ensure uninterrupted offshore power.
- Turbocharger Services: On-site overhaul and balancing for ABB, Napier, and MET units to maintain peak engine efficiency.
ONNE PORT UNDERWATER SHIP REPAIR & CLASS-APPROVED IWS
The operational environment in Onne requires expert subsea care. Our professional dive teams are the regional leaders in high-spec underwater maintenance.
- Onne Underwater Hull Cleaning: Specialized removal of biofouling to optimize hydrodynamic performance for OSVs and tankers in Onne Port.
- Propeller Polishing: Mirror-finish polishing to Rupert Scale ‘A’ at the Onne or Bonny
- In-Water Survey (IWS) Onne: Class-approved (ABS, LR, DNV, BV, RINA) inspections with 4K HD live-feed video for rig and vessel certification.
- Subsea Repairs: Certified underwater welding, sea chest blanking, and NDT inspections for offshore assets.
ONNE PORT PREMIER HUB FOR SHIP AUTOMATION & DP SYSTEM SUPPORT
- Navigation & DP Systems: Repair and calibration of Furuno, JRC, and Kongsberg electronics and Dynamic Positioning sensors in Onne Port.
- GMDSS & SATCOM: Certified annual radio surveys and technical support for high-tech satellite communication suites.
- Offshore Automation: PLC troubleshooting (Siemens, Schneider) and Alarm Monitoring System (AMS) repair for complex cargo and production controls.
CERTIFIED SAFETY INSPECTIONS: LIFE-SAVING & FIRE-FIGHTING SERVICES AT ONNE PORT
- Offshore Safety Standards: Annual and 5-year lifeboat and davit inspections according to SOLAS and offshore industry standards in Onne.
- Fire Suppression: Expert servicing of fixed CO2, Foam, and Water Mist systems at the Onne terminals and offshore blocks.
- Respiratory Protection: SCBA and EEBD calibration and medical air quality testing for offshore crews.
RELIABLE 24/7 SHIP CHANDLER & OFFSHORE SUPPLY CHAIN IN ONNE
- Technical Stores: Full range of Engine, Deck, and Cabin stores (IMPA/ISSA) delivered 24/7 to Onne Port and offshore anchorage points.
- Premium Provisions: High-quality fresh and dry stores with strict cold-chain management for offshore crews.
- Spares Handling: Expert “Spares in Transit” customs clearance and “door-to-deck” delivery for critical offshore arrivals in Onne.
PLAN YOUR ONNE PORT OFFSHORE OPERATIONS WITH THE TECHNICAL LEADERS
For emergency offshore repairs, advanced propulsion service, or certified subsea surveys in Onne Port, contact Africa Ship Service today. Our Onne teams are available 24/7 in Nigeria to ensure the technical integrity of your high-value energy assets.