Port Harcourt, known as the “Garden City,” is the administrative and commercial epicenter of Nigeria’s oil-rich Niger Delta. Situated upstream on the Bonny River, it serves as a critical junction for crude oil exports, refined product imports, and the heavy industrial supply chain. Africa Ship Service provides Class-approved, 24/7/365 integrated ship repair and high-spec technical services at Port Harcourt. We specialize in the unique challenges of river-port navigation, supporting a diverse fleet of oil tankers, product carriers, industrial dredgers, and offshore supply vessels that form the backbone of Nigeria’s energy economy.
HIGH-PRECISION MECHANICAL & PIPING ENGINEERING FOR THE PORT HARCOURT ENERGY CORRIDOR
Navigating the Bonny River to reach Port Harcourt demands absolute mechanical reliability. Our engineering teams provide factory-standard diagnostics and repair for vessels operating in the Delta.
- Product Tanker Excellence: Specialized repair of cargo pumping systems, heating coils, and manifold valves for tankers calling at the Port Harcourt Refinery
- Dredging Fleet Support: Critical maintenance for cutter suction dredgers (CSD) and trailing suction hopper dredgers (TSHD) essential for maintaining the Bonny River channels.
- Main Engine & Auxiliaries: (Full-scale overhauls and troubleshooting for MAN B&W, Wärtsilä, and Caterpillar engines in Port Harcourt).
- Industrial Piping & Steel Work: Class-certified (6G) welding for hull plate renewal, internal structural reinforcement, and specialized pipe fabrication for the oil and gas sector.
PORT HARCOURT UNDERWATER SHIP REPAIR & CLASS-APPROVED IWS
The brackish waters of the Bonny River can lead to rapid biofouling and silt accumulation. Our professional dive teams in Port Harcourt ensure your hull remains optimized.
- Port Harcourt Underwater Hull Cleaning: Specialized removal of river-borne fouling to restore hydrodynamic speed and reduce fuel consumption for the outbound transit.
- Propeller Polishing: Mirror-finish polishing to Rupert Scale ‘A’ at the Port Harcourt or Bonny anchorage for immediate performance gains.
- In-Water Survey (IWS) Port Harcourt: Class-approved (ABS, LR, DNV, BV) inspections with HD live-feed video for real-time hull assessment and insurance certification.
- Subsea Repairs: Certified underwater welding, sea chest blanking, and rope guard repairs in the challenging river environment of Port Harcourt.
PORT HARCOURT’S PREMIER HUB FOR NAVIGATIONAL SAFETY & ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Accurate depth sounding and radar reliability are non-negotiable for safe passage through the Niger Delta’s shifting channels.
- Echo Sounder & Radar Service: Critical calibration of depth-finding equipment and Furuno, JRC, and Sperry Marine navigation systems in Port Harcourt.
- GMDSS & SATCOM: Certified annual radio surveys and technical support for Sailor and Thrane & Thrane
- Automation Engineering: PLC troubleshooting and Alarm Monitoring System (AMS) repair to prevent mechanical failure during river transit.
- Electrical Rewinding: Professional motor and alternator rewinding and MSB maintenance at the Port Harcourt
CERTIFIED SAFETY INSPECTIONS: LIFE-SAVING & FIRE-FIGHTING SERVICES IN PORT HARCOURT
- Safety Compliance: Annual and 5-year lifeboat and davit inspections, including dynamic load testing, according to SOLAS
- Fire Suppression: Expert servicing of fixed CO2, Foam, and Dry Powder installations at the Port Harcourt multipurpose terminals.
- Respiratory Protection: SCBA and EEBD calibration and medical air quality testing for Port Harcourt maritime crews.
RELIABLE 24/7 SHIP CHANDLER & PRECISION SUPPLY CHAIN IN THE NIGER DELTA
Managing technical logistics in the Port Harcourt region requires local expertise to navigate the unique regulatory and geographical landscape.
- Technical Stores: Full range of Engine, Deck, and Cabin stores (IMPA/ISSA) delivered 24/7 to the Port Harcourt berths and jetties.
- Premium Provisions: High-quality fresh, frozen, and dry stores with guaranteed quality for international crews.
- Spares Logistics: Expert “Spares in Transit” customs clearance and “door-to-deck” delivery of critical spare parts for Port Harcourt vessel arrivals.
PLAN YOUR PORT HARCOURT TECHNICAL OPERATIONS WITH THE DELTA EXPERTS
For emergency repairs, tanker technical support, or certified subsea surveys in Port Harcourt, contact Africa Ship Service today. Our teams are available 24/7 in Nigeria to ensure your vessel’s technical excellence in the heart of the Niger Delta.