Suva’s Largest Covered Slipway

Our covered slipway facility in Suva represents the most comprehensive covered dry dock service in Fiji. The undercover design provides year-round protection from tropical weather conditions, ensuring uninterrupted work schedules and superior finish quality for all maintenance and repair operations.

Covered Marine Slipway

  • We slip vessels with a maximum weight of 320 tonnes

  • Cradle length of 37.5m (block to block)

  • Maximum breadth 9.5m

  • Maximum Draft 3.8m

  • Managed docking of vessels berthage

  • Professional affordable Engineering services

  • Specialist Longline Tuna vessel project management and consulting

  • Sea Tow Services X- Suva

  • Strict security and privacy

The hull of a large ship inside the covered slipway. The ship is supported on blocks and is in dry dock or under construction.

Facility Advantages

  • Weather Protection: Our covered slipway allows continuous operations regardless of Fiji's tropical climate

  • Enhanced Work Quality: Protection from rain, sun, and wind ensures optimal conditions for painting, welding, and precision work

  • Extended Working Hours: Covered facility enables extended working days and flexible scheduling

  • Equipment Protection: Sensitive equipment and materials remain protected from the elements

  • Year-Round Availability: No weather-related delays or interruptions to your vessel's maintenance schedule

Comprehensive Slipway Services

Slipping Services

Professional vessel hauling and launching services for vessels of all sizes. Our experienced team ensures safe and efficient slipping operations with modern equipment and proven procedures. We accommodate everything from small commercial vessels to large cargo ships and fishing fleets.

Bethage Services

Secure vessel storage and positioning services whilst your vessel is on the slipway. Our bethage system provides stable, safe support for extended maintenance periods, allowing comprehensive access to all areas of your vessel's hull and running gear.

Surface Preparation

  • Water Blasting: High-pressure water blasting to remove marine growth, old coatings, and surface contamination. Environmentally friendly method that effectively prepares surfaces for inspection and recoating

  • Sand Blasting: Professional abrasive blasting services for thorough surface preparation, rust removal, and coating adhesion. We use appropriate abrasives for different surface types and coating requirements

Protective Coatings

Professional Painting Services including:

  • Hull coating application and repair

  • Antifouling paint systems

  • Protective primers and topcoats

  • Specialised marine coatings for different environments

  • Colour matching and custom finish work

  • Quality control and inspection throughout the process

Technical Services

  • Engineering: Comprehensive marine engineering services including structural assessments, system design, and technical problem-solving

  • Electrical: Complete electrical system services covering navigation equipment, lighting, power distribution, and marine electronics installation and repair

  • Consulting: Expert technical consultation on vessel modifications, compliance requirements, and performance optimisation

Project Management

Professional project coordination for complex refit and maintenance programmes. Our project management team ensures:

  • Coordinated scheduling of multiple trades and services

  • Quality control and progress monitoring

  • Budget management and cost control

  • Timely completion within agreed schedules

  • Regular progress reporting and communication

Security Services

Comprehensive security coverage for vessels and equipment during slipway operations:

  • 24-hour site security monitoring

  • Controlled access to work areas

  • Equipment and material security

  • Vessel protection during extended stays

  • Professional security personnel with marine industry experience

Why Choose Our Slipway Facility?

  • Largest Covered Facility: Suva's most comprehensive covered slipway providing superior working conditions

  • Strategic Location: Centrally located in Suva harbour with easy access for Pacific region vessels

  • Experienced Team: Skilled professionals with extensive experience in all aspects of marine maintenance

  • Modern Equipment: State-of-the-art lifting equipment and support systems

  • Comprehensive Services: Complete range of services from basic slipping to complex refits

  • Quality Assurance: All work meets international maritime standards and survey requirements

  • Flexible Scheduling: Accommodating urgent repairs and planned maintenance programmes

  • Competitive Rates: Cost-effective solutions without compromising quality or safety

Custom Solutions Available

Beyond our standard slipway services, we understand that every vessel and project has unique requirements. Whether you need specialised lifting arrangements, custom fabrication work, or coordinated multi-trade projects, our team has the expertise and flexibility to deliver tailored solutions.

Contact us today to discuss your slipway requirements and schedule your vessel's service. Our covered facility ensures your maintenance schedule stays on track regardless of weather conditions, and our comprehensive services mean everything can be handled efficiently in one location.