Bollinger Marine Fabricators LLC

Strategically positioned where the Intracoastal Waterway meets Bayou Bouef in Amelia, Louisiana, Bollinger Morgan City stands as a prominent shipyard facility. It is equipped with four floating dry docks that boast the ability to hoist ships as heavy as 10,000 tons, complemented by a 116-foot gap between the 32-foot-wide wing walls.

The site is home to an extensive warehouse and stockroom sprawling over 36,000 square feet, ensuring a vast inventory is always ready to fulfill diverse customer demands. Bollinger Morgan City is enhanced with a 2,000-foot-long wet dock area and cranes that can lift up to 150 tons. It also houses a significant amount of office space measuring 18,000 square feet, a 17,000 square-foot area for construction efforts, a 7,000 square-foot woodworking shop, and comprehensive machine services including a proprietary propeller service and round-the-clock electrical services.

In addition to its foundational offerings, the facility extends its capabilities through the Bollinger network, providing specialized services such as Propeller and Vibration analysis for both new constructions and repairs, dedicated Engineering and Naval Architect services, CHAND logistics support, well-equipped Machine Shops, Armature, and Hydraulic Services. This wide array of services has solidified Bollinger's status as a premier destination known for unmatched quality and efficient turnaround in servicing its clientele.

Situated on the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway at the 36th mile marker, Bollinger Larose is dedicated to the refurbishment of both steel and aluminum marine vessels, providing 24/7 service to meet the rigorous demands of the maritime sector. The facility boasts five floating dry docks capable of accommodating ships up to 5,000 tons, with 82 feet of space between the wing walls. To ensure the swift fulfillment of client requisites, an in-house warehouse maintains an extensive inventory of spare parts and components, backed by solid partnerships with key suppliers.

Bollinger Larose has engineered a Safe Harbor within its premises, crafted to offer maximum protection for clients’ vessels. This protection includes controlled land and water access for the secure docking of ships. Among the array of services aimed at addressing the challenges of vessel storage are: Restricted access for enhanced security, Land and water transportation to and from the vessels, Routine activation of engines, Routine checks and start-ups of electrical motors and electronic apparatus, Regular inspection of bilges, Exhibition of vessels for sale, and seamless transfer of ships to and from the Safe Harbor.

The suite of services extends beyond the traditional scope, leveraging the network of Bollinger facilities to offer specialized services such as Propeller and Vibration analysis for both new constructions and repair projects; Engineering and Naval Architectural services; Comprehensive support by CHAND; Equipped Machine Shops; Armature and Hydraulic Services. Bollinger Larose has cemented its reputation as a front-runner in the industry, recognized for its excellence in quality and punctuality in delivering services to its clientele.

Positioned within the rapidly expanding and strategically situated Port Fourchon in Louisiana, Bollinger Fourchon stands out as a comprehensive repair center. This facility boasts an extensive 1,550 feet of bulkheaded waterfront, ensuring seamless access for vessels of deep draft and offering a secure zone for jacking up drilling rigs for thorough maintenance tasks including hull and leg repairs, as well as enhancements.

The facility’s proximity to the Gulf of Mexico is a significant advantage, lessening both the costs associated with mobilization and the downtime of vessels. Further elevating its service offering, Bollinger Fourchon provides non-stop assistance to clients for a variety of project scopes. This is complemented by a host of support services, such as state-of-the-art machine shops, panel lines, and pipe refabrication shops, all accessible through the extended Bollinger facilities network, making it the most convenient repair service hub on the central Gulf Coast.

Equipped with certified dry-docks of 10,500 tons and 1,800 tons capacity, placed strategically for efficient operations, Bollinger Fourchon is adept at addressing all regulatory and repair prerequisites. The service range encompasses extensive modifications to mobile drilling rigs, precise welding on smaller craft like crew boats, and comprehensive drydocking for necessary certifications. The objective of Bollinger Fourchon’s proficient team is to expedite the repair processes while upholding the high-quality service standards their clientele have grown to expect.

At the heart of Bollinger's expansive network lies the Lockport facility, serving as a central node for Operations Support, Engineering & Design, Government Projects, Quality Management Systems, and various Repair services. This unit is renowned for successfully delivering a wide array of maritime assets, including USCG Patrol Boats, U.S. Navy Patrol Craft, Oceangoing and Docking Tugs, Offshore Supply Ships, Liftboats, Derrick Barges, Deck Barges, and versatile Multi-Purpose Support Vessels.

Situated next to a vast 250-acre site devoted to new constructions on the banks of Bayou Lafourche, the Lockport Repair Facility boasts an array of workshops and departments certified by the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS). These include specialized machine, carpentry, electrical and pipe shops, an engineering department, and a hydraulics shop equipped with mobile line boring capabilities for off-site work.