Ship Repair

MG Engineering can cater for a wide range of ship repair requirements. Whether it be minor afloat repairs or a major scheduled dry docking, our highly trained workforce remains flexible to your needs . Our 400MT slip can accommodate a maximum vessel size of 20m beam by 50m LOA with a maximum draft of 5m. Our generous hardstand area allows mobile crane access up to 150 tons whilst our indoor gantry crane capacity is 20 tons with 11m under the hook. Total undercover workshop area is 3200m2.

We have worked for reputable shipping companies such as Fugro, Serco, Sealink, Svitzer. Please click the link to go to our case studies
Our team of skilled technicians specialize in fabrication and repairs in both steel and aluminium. Pipe and mechanical fitting services are also available
Our shipyard can provide customers with all the engineering support needed to carry their workscope. General Services provided by our facility include:

  • fire line
  • ventilation
  • issue of work and gas free permits
  • garbage disposal
  • shore power
  • FW & cooling water connection
Other capabilities available onsite are:

  • Rudder, Tail shaft and propeller removal
  • Shipside valve and sea chest repairs
  • Thruster overhaul.
  • Diesel fitting & mechanical repair
  • Anchor & chain removal and calibration
  • Tank cleaning
  • Hull Blasting and painting
  • Anode removal and refit
  • HVAC repairs
  • Project and Safety management
    • MG Engineering is an integral part of the SA ship repair community and has many partners working within the industry. If it can’t be done inhouse MG Engineering can bring specialised trades onsite. Alternatively, if our customers require OEM support from the factory, this can be organised by our management team