Tampa Ship operates as a comprehensive service entity focusing on the conversion, overhaul, and repair of ships, situated in Tampa, Florida. Its strategic location in Tampa Bay's sheltered harbors provides direct access to the Gulf of Mexico through a channel measuring 43 ft. (13.11m) in depth. It stands as the most comprehensive maritime facility found between Pascagoula, Mississippi, and Hampton Roads, Virginia. The establishment is prominently located along the Sparkman Channel.
Sparkman Channel SpecificationsThe Sparkman Channel, featuring a depth of 43 ft. (13.11 m) and a width of 500 ft. (152.4 m), boasts a turning basin of 700 ft. (213.36 m). This crucial maritime passageway is kept in navigable condition by the efforts of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The size of vessels accommodated by the facility is primarily constrained by the Skyway Bridge's height limit, which stands at 175 ft. (54.559 m) above the water.
Shipyard Facilities and CapabilitiesOccupying 62 acres (25.09 ha), Tampa Ship is equipped with four graving drydocks facilitating a draft depth of 28 ft. (8.53 m) for vessels as long as 746 ft. (227.38 m), alongside facilities for ships with a 24-ft. (7.31 m) draft and length up to 907 ft. (276.44 m). In addition, a covered construction area stretches 600 ft. (182.88 m) in length, 145 ft. (44.20 m) in width, and 115 ft. (35.05 m) in height, equipped to handle lifts up to 880T.
Advantages of Tampa Ship's Location and ResourcesThe combination of Tampa's invariably warm climate, a highly skilled workforce, and a broad network of seasoned subcontractors cultivates the perfect setting for ship repairs, conversions, or constructing new vessels. Tampa Ship ensures the provision of all necessary utilities and services to facilitate efficient production. Additionally, the facility's accessibility is boosted by its connection to the CSX Railway System and proximity to Tampa International Airport and several key interstate highways, making it an optimal choice for maritime projects.
