Afloat ship repairs

Afloat repairs Fast and reliable afloat ship repairs worldwide  

SYM Naval provides certified afloat ship repair services worldwide, combining rapid response with specialised technical teams. Whether alongside in port or at anchorage, we perform steel, mechanical, hydraulic, piping and electrical interventions that keep vessels operational without requiring dry docking.

With strategic bases in Barcelona, the Dominican Republic and Panama—and riding squads available for global deployment—we ensure safe, compliant and cost-efficient repairs that minimise downtime and avoid costly deviations.

Hull & Steel

Steel renewal, hull damage repairs and corrosion treatment while afloat.

Hydraulic Systems

Repair of pumps, actuators and hydraulic lines to restore full system function.

Marine engines

Corrective and preventive work on propulsion and auxiliary engines.

Piping and Valves

Fuel, ballast and cooling pipes. Valve servicing, repair and replacement.

Electrical Systems

Diagnostics and repair of switchboards, controls and automation.

Other repairs

Propeller and shaft work, steering gear, refrigeration, deck machinery and cargo gear.

Emergency afloat repairsFast response at our docks or your port of call

When a vessel suffers a critical failure, timing is everything. SYM Naval provides immediate afloat repair services with rapid mobilisation from Barcelona, Boca Chica and Panama, ensuring vessels remain safe, compliant and operational.

Our certified teams intervene either at our own docks or directly at your port of call, restoring essential systems and minimising downtime—without the need for drydocking or deviations.

Planned Technical StopsOptimising downtime with afloat maintenance

Not every repair requires an emergency intervention. Many technical works can be planned in advance to minimise disruption and make better use of operational windows. SYM Naval performs certified maintenance and repairs while the vessel remains afloat, consolidating downtime without interrupting commercial schedules.

By completing key interventions before or after dry docking, we extend asset reliability, prevent unexpected failures and keep fleets fully compliant with international standards.

Explore our full ship repair capabilitiesDownload the repair services catalogue to access detailed scopes and technical capabilities.