Pointe-Noire Port (Port Autonome de Pointe-Noire) stands as the undisputed maritime gateway for Central Africa and a vital operational base for the Gulf of Guinea’s energy sector. Africa Ship Service provides Class-approved, 24/7/365 integrated ship repair and shipyard management services at Pointe-Noire Port. Operating in one of the few natural deep-water harbors in the region, we deliver elite-level technical support for the world’s largest container ships (Ultra Large Container Vessels), offshore drilling rigs, and ultra-deepwater production units (FPSO/FSO). In Pointe-Noire, our mission is to ensure your fleet maintains 100% operational uptime through world-class marine engineering.
ELITE TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS FOR THE OFFSHORE ENERGY SECTOR IN POINTE-NOIRE
Pointe-Noire is the nerve center for offshore oil and gas in the Congo. We provide high-spec engineering that meets the stringent safety and quality requirements of global energy majors.
- FPSO & FSO Technical Management: On-site afloat repairs, complex piping fabrication, and boiler maintenance for floating production units in Pointe-Noire
- Jack-up & Semi-Submersible Rig Repair: Structural steel reinforcement, hydraulic system troubleshooting, and emergency mechanical intervention for drilling assets.
- Deep-Water OSV & AHTS Services: Specialist repair of Kongsberg & Rolls-Royce Dynamic Positioning (DP) systems, heavy-duty towing winches, and azimuth thrusters in Pointe-Noire Port.
MASTER-LEVEL ENGINE ENGINEERING & PROPULSION RESTORATION AT POINTE-NOIRE PORT
Our Pointe-Noire mechanical division is staffed by master-level marine engineers capable of handling massive propulsion plants for the world’s largest merchant vessels.
- Two-Stroke & Four-Stroke Specialists: (Full-scale overhauls for MAN Energy Solutions, Wärtsilä, and Sulzer propulsion systems directly at Pointe-Noire terminals).
- Medium-Speed Energy Powerhouses: (Major overhauls for Caterpillar (3600 series), MTU, and Bergen engines used in offshore support and power generation).
- Turbocharger Specialist Center: (24/7 dynamic balancing and component reconditioning for ABB, Napier, and MET units in Pointe-Noire Port).
- Auxiliary Machinery Excellence: Repair of high-pressure air compressors, plate heat exchangers, and massive cargo pumping systems.
POINTE-NOIRE PORT UNDERWATER SHIP REPAIR & CLASS-APPROVED IWS
Pointe-Noire’s strategic position makes it an ideal location for subsea maintenance. Our professional dive teams are the regional leaders in hull optimization and subsea repair.
- Pointe-Noire Underwater Hull Cleaning: High-efficiency biofouling removal using multi-brush hydraulic systems to restore hydrodynamic speed in Pointe-Noire Port.
- Pointe-Noire Propeller Polishing: Mirror-finish polishing to Rupert Scale ‘A’ at the deep-water anchorage for immediate fuel economy.
- In-Water Survey (IWS) Pointe-Noire: Class-approved (ABS, LR, DNV, BV, RINA) inspections with 4K HD live-feed video for offshore and merchant vessel certification.
- Subsea Engineering: Certified underwater welding, coffer dam installations, and sea chest blanking in Pointe-Noire.
POINTE-NOIRE PORT PREMIER ELECTRONIC DIAGNOSTICS & ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Modern transshipment hub operations require perfect bridge reliability. We ensure your vessel remains SOLAS, GMDSS, and IEC compliant.
- Navigation Suites: Authorized-level repair and calibration for Furuno, JRC, and Sperry Marine Radar/ECDIS systems in Pointe-Noire Port.
- GMDSS & SATCOM: Certified annual radio surveys and technical support for Sailor, Thrane & Thrane, and Cobham radio suites.
- Automation Engineering: Advanced PLC troubleshooting (Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and Alarm Monitoring System (AMS) repair at the Pointe-Noire
- Electrical Power Distribution: MSB cleaning, breaker testing, and alternator rewinding in Pointe-Noire.
TOTAL MARITIME SAFETY: LIFE-SAVING & FIRE-FIGHTING CERTIFICATION AT POINTE-NOIRE PORT
- Offshore Safety Standards: Annual and 5-year lifeboat and davit inspections according to SOLAS and international offshore standards in Pointe-Noire.
- Fire Suppression: Expert servicing of fixed CO2, Foam, and Water Mist systems at the Pointe-Noire container and oil terminals.
- Respiratory Protection: SCBA and EEBD calibration and medical air quality testing for Pointe-Noire Port
RELIABLE 24/7 SHIP CHANDLER & PRECISION SUPPLY CHAIN AT POINTE-NOIRE PORT
As a major transshipment hub, logistics in Pointe-Noire must be seamless. We manage the entire supply chain with “door-to-deck” precision.
- Technical Stores: Full range of Engine, Deck, and Cabin stores (IMPA/ISSA) delivered 24/7 to all Pointe-Noire
- Premium Provisions: High-quality fresh, frozen, and dry stores with strict cold-chain integrity for global crews in Pointe-Noire.
- Spares Logistics: Secured customs clearance and rapid delivery of “Spares in Transit” for critical vessel arrivals.
PLAN YOUR POINTE-NOIRE PORT TECHNICAL CALL WITH THE REGIONAL LEADERS
For emergency repairs, major offshore engineering projects, or certified underwater surveys in Pointe-Noire Port, contact Africa Ship Service today. Our teams are available 24/7 to guarantee your vessel’s technical excellence at the crossroads of Atlantic trade.