the foss seattle shipyard

foss is a proven leader in using
state-of-the-art technology to build,
repair and maintain some of the finest
vessels on the water today. we service
tugs, barges, workboats, passenger and
car ferries, fishing fleets, high-speed
passenger vessels, fish processing
vessels, government vessels and yachts.
At Foss we know that you can’t get your job done until your equipment is
working properly. Our shipwrights, machinists, welders, diesel experts,
painters, pipefitters and craftspeople are an experienced and dedicated team
who work with you to get the job done – and done right. Our goal is to
provide efficient, safe, environmentally conscious and cost-effective solutions
that keep your fleet on the water.
always safe. always ready.
The Foss Washington shipyard, located in Seattle, WA, is one of the most
completely equipped yards on the Pacific coast – offering full-service vessel
repair and maintenance, as well as new construction.
Foss Maritime
Corporate Office
1151 Fairview Ave N.
Seattle, WA 98109
Seattle Shipyard
660 West Ewing St.
Seattle, WA 98119
www.foss.com
contact Carl Smith
(206) 281-4731
tel
cell
(206) 953-5615
email
casmith@foss.com
the foss seattle shipyard
helping you succeed
in a competitive market
the foss shipyard advantage
a full service shipyard
seattle shipyard capabilities
When you decide to invest in your fleet, you can count on Foss’s proven track
record to get the job done – and done right. Foss Seattle Shipyard’s dedicated
team of experienced craftspeople provides cost-effective vessel repairs,
major conversions, new vessel construction, and routine maintenance to
commercial and recreational vessels.
Located on the Lake Washington Ship Canal in Seattle, WA the Foss Seattle
Shipyard is one of the most completely equipped yards on the Pacific coast –
offering full-service vessel repair and maintenance, as well as new construction.
• Coating & Surface Preparation –
Our knowledgeable craftspeople are experts
at sandblasting and coating to industry
standards, or to meet any special customer
needs.
foss offers:
• C
ustomizable Teams – We assemble a team
tailored to match the requirements of
each job. Our naval architects, licensed
marine engineers, CAD designers,
shipwrights, riggers, machinists, welders,
diesel experts, painters, pipefitters and
craftspeople work together to take on the
most complex and custom projects.
roject Management – Foss handles your
• P
project from start to finish. Offering a full
array of services including project management
and naval architecture, we can guide any
new-build, conversion or repair project from
concept to completion.
ommitment to Quality – We relentlessly
• C
pursue perfection for your fleet as well
as ours. The Foss shipyards build, maintain
and repair a variety of vessels for our
marine operations as well as for many
others; we understand the need for reliable
and cost-effective shipyard services.
• Commitment to Safety – Safety is the
number one priority at Foss. Our Seattle
shipyard complies with federal and state
safety standards and has implemented a
comprehensive behavioral safety program.
• Commitment to the Environment –
We continually seek new ways to reduce
waste and aggressively pursue opportunities
to work our environmental values into
all of our strategies.
The Seattle yard has three dry docks – the largest capable of handling ships
up to 2,000 tons – plus cranes, lifts and other equipment required for a full
range of vessel services. In addition, the yard has increased haul capacity with
upland transfers for vessels up to 1,000 tons. The steam-powered Foss 300
floating derrick, with a capacity of 75 tons, is available to shipyard customers
and for work throughout Puget Sound.
The Foss Terminal is located on six acres of multi-use property adjacent
to the Seattle Shipyard and has 600 lineal feet of bulkhead waterfront.
The Terminal is fully equipped for moorage and shore side services, and is
the temporary home to a growing number of vessels undergoing essential
scheduled maintenance and repairs.
• Machinery Repairs – Our ABS certified
technicians are skilled in repairs on hydraulic,
electrical, piping, deck machinery and
installation, and work closely with the Coast
Guard, DNV and other regulatory agencies.
• Conversions and Outfitting –
Our accomplished team of skilled craftspeople
have years of experience working together
on vessel and barge conversions and
modifications. We pride ourselves on handling
the most complicated and complex
onboard installations with creativity and
solid know-how.
• Tail Shaft Repair & Fabrication – The Foss
facility is one of the few ABS certified
shaft repair and custom fabrication facilities
on the U.S. West Coast. ABS certifications
include ABS Gr2 carbon base metal,
ABS Aquamet 18 & 19 and ABS Gr2 Stainless
Steel Clad Welding. Two lathes
accommodate shafting up to 52 feet in
length, and repairs can be conducted
seven days a week.
aser/Optical Alignment – Excessive
• L
vibration represents wear and tear on
rotating components. Our modern and
adaptable laser equipment can compute
alignment readings and recommend
corrections to keep your equipment
working optimally.
• Special Hull Issues – Our shipwright
shop can repair or modify most hull
issues, including heavy-wood hulls and
fiberglass.
• Other Services – We also offer custom
cabinetry, exterior and interior painting,
custom welding and steelwork, and
bright work.
the foss shipyard advantage
a full service shipyard
seattle shipyard capabilities
When you decide to invest in your fleet, you can count on Foss’s proven track
record to get the job done – and done right. Foss Seattle Shipyard’s dedicated
team of experienced craftspeople provides cost-effective vessel repairs,
major conversions, new vessel construction, and routine maintenance to
commercial and recreational vessels.
Located on the Lake Washington Ship Canal in Seattle, WA the Foss Seattle
Shipyard is one of the most completely equipped yards on the Pacific coast –
offering full-service vessel repair and maintenance, as well as new construction.
• Coating & Surface Preparation –
Our knowledgeable craftspeople are experts
at sandblasting and coating to industry
standards, or to meet any special customer
needs.
foss offers:
• C
ustomizable Teams – We assemble a team
tailored to match the requirements of
each job. Our naval architects, licensed
marine engineers, CAD designers,
shipwrights, riggers, machinists, welders,
diesel experts, painters, pipefitters and
craftspeople work together to take on the
most complex and custom projects.
roject Management – Foss handles your
• P
project from start to finish. Offering a full
array of services including project management
and naval architecture, we can guide any
new-build, conversion or repair project from
concept to completion.
ommitment to Quality – We relentlessly
• C
pursue perfection for your fleet as well
as ours. The Foss shipyards build, maintain
and repair a variety of vessels for our
marine operations as well as for many
others; we understand the need for reliable
and cost-effective shipyard services.
• Commitment to Safety – Safety is the
number one priority at Foss. Our Seattle
shipyard complies with federal and state
safety standards and has implemented a
comprehensive behavioral safety program.
• Commitment to the Environment –
We continually seek new ways to reduce
waste and aggressively pursue opportunities
to work our environmental values into
all of our strategies.
The Seattle yard has three dry docks – the largest capable of handling ships
up to 2,000 tons – plus cranes, lifts and other equipment required for a full
range of vessel services. In addition, the yard has increased haul capacity with
upland transfers for vessels up to 1,000 tons. The steam-powered Foss 300
floating derrick, with a capacity of 75 tons, is available to shipyard customers
and for work throughout Puget Sound.
The Foss Terminal is located on six acres of multi-use property adjacent
to the Seattle Shipyard and has 600 lineal feet of bulkhead waterfront.
The Terminal is fully equipped for moorage and shore side services, and is
the temporary home to a growing number of vessels undergoing essential
scheduled maintenance and repairs.
• Machinery Repairs – Our ABS certified
technicians are skilled in repairs on hydraulic,
electrical, piping, deck machinery and
installation, and work closely with the Coast
Guard, DNV and other regulatory agencies.
• Conversions and Outfitting –
Our accomplished team of skilled craftspeople
have years of experience working together
on vessel and barge conversions and
modifications. We pride ourselves on handling
the most complicated and complex
onboard installations with creativity and
solid know-how.
• Tail Shaft Repair & Fabrication – The Foss
facility is one of the few ABS certified
shaft repair and custom fabrication facilities
on the U.S. West Coast. ABS certifications
include ABS Gr2 carbon base metal,
ABS Aquamet 18 & 19 and ABS Gr2 Stainless
Steel Clad Welding. Two lathes
accommodate shafting up to 52 feet in
length, and repairs can be conducted
seven days a week.
aser/Optical Alignment – Excessive
• L
vibration represents wear and tear on
rotating components. Our modern and
adaptable laser equipment can compute
alignment readings and recommend
corrections to keep your equipment
working optimally.
• Special Hull Issues – Our shipwright
shop can repair or modify most hull
issues, including heavy-wood hulls and
fiberglass.
• Other Services – We also offer custom
cabinetry, exterior and interior painting,
custom welding and steelwork, and
bright work.
the foss shipyard advantage
a full service shipyard
seattle shipyard capabilities
When you decide to invest in your fleet, you can count on Foss’s proven track
record to get the job done – and done right. Foss Seattle Shipyard’s dedicated
team of experienced craftspeople provides cost-effective vessel repairs,
major conversions, new vessel construction, and routine maintenance to
commercial and recreational vessels.
Located on the Lake Washington Ship Canal in Seattle, WA the Foss Seattle
Shipyard is one of the most completely equipped yards on the Pacific coast –
offering full-service vessel repair and maintenance, as well as new construction.
• Coating & Surface Preparation –
Our knowledgeable craftspeople are experts
at sandblasting and coating to industry
standards, or to meet any special customer
needs.
foss offers:
• C
ustomizable Teams – We assemble a team
tailored to match the requirements of
each job. Our naval architects, licensed
marine engineers, CAD designers,
shipwrights, riggers, machinists, welders,
diesel experts, painters, pipefitters and
craftspeople work together to take on the
most complex and custom projects.
roject Management – Foss handles your
• P
project from start to finish. Offering a full
array of services including project management
and naval architecture, we can guide any
new-build, conversion or repair project from
concept to completion.
ommitment to Quality – We relentlessly
• C
pursue perfection for your fleet as well
as ours. The Foss shipyards build, maintain
and repair a variety of vessels for our
marine operations as well as for many
others; we understand the need for reliable
and cost-effective shipyard services.
• Commitment to Safety – Safety is the
number one priority at Foss. Our Seattle
shipyard complies with federal and state
safety standards and has implemented a
comprehensive behavioral safety program.
• Commitment to the Environment –
We continually seek new ways to reduce
waste and aggressively pursue opportunities
to work our environmental values into
all of our strategies.
The Seattle yard has three dry docks – the largest capable of handling ships
up to 2,000 tons – plus cranes, lifts and other equipment required for a full
range of vessel services. In addition, the yard has increased haul capacity with
upland transfers for vessels up to 1,000 tons. The steam-powered Foss 300
floating derrick, with a capacity of 75 tons, is available to shipyard customers
and for work throughout Puget Sound.
The Foss Terminal is located on six acres of multi-use property adjacent
to the Seattle Shipyard and has 600 lineal feet of bulkhead waterfront.
The Terminal is fully equipped for moorage and shore side services, and is
the temporary home to a growing number of vessels undergoing essential
scheduled maintenance and repairs.
• Machinery Repairs – Our ABS certified
technicians are skilled in repairs on hydraulic,
electrical, piping, deck machinery and
installation, and work closely with the Coast
Guard, DNV and other regulatory agencies.
• Conversions and Outfitting –
Our accomplished team of skilled craftspeople
have years of experience working together
on vessel and barge conversions and
modifications. We pride ourselves on handling
the most complicated and complex
onboard installations with creativity and
solid know-how.
• Tail Shaft Repair & Fabrication – The Foss
facility is one of the few ABS certified
shaft repair and custom fabrication facilities
on the U.S. West Coast. ABS certifications
include ABS Gr2 carbon base metal,
ABS Aquamet 18 & 19 and ABS Gr2 Stainless
Steel Clad Welding. Two lathes
accommodate shafting up to 52 feet in
length, and repairs can be conducted
seven days a week.
aser/Optical Alignment – Excessive
• L
vibration represents wear and tear on
rotating components. Our modern and
adaptable laser equipment can compute
alignment readings and recommend
corrections to keep your equipment
working optimally.
• Special Hull Issues – Our shipwright
shop can repair or modify most hull
issues, including heavy-wood hulls and
fiberglass.
• Other Services – We also offer custom
cabinetry, exterior and interior painting,
custom welding and steelwork, and
bright work.
foss is a proven leader in using
state-of-the-art technology to build,
repair and maintain some of the finest
vessels on the water today. we service
tugs, barges, workboats, passenger and
car ferries, fishing fleets, high-speed
passenger vessels, fish processing
vessels, government vessels and yachts.
At Foss we know that you can’t get your job done until your equipment is
working properly. Our shipwrights, machinists, welders, diesel experts,
painters, pipefitters and craftspeople are an experienced and dedicated team
who work with you to get the job done – and done right. Our goal is to
provide efficient, safe, environmentally conscious and cost-effective solutions
that keep your fleet on the water.
always safe. always ready.
The Foss Washington shipyard, located in Seattle, WA, is one of the most
completely equipped yards on the Pacific coast – offering full-service vessel
repair and maintenance, as well as new construction.
Foss Maritime
Corporate Office
1151 Fairview Ave N.
Seattle, WA 98109
Seattle Shipyard
660 West Ewing St.
Seattle, WA 98119
www.foss.com
contact Carl Smith
(206) 281-4731
tel
cell
(206) 953-5615
email
casmith@foss.com
the foss seattle shipyard
helping you succeed
in a competitive market
foss is a proven leader in using
state-of-the-art technology to build,
repair and maintain some of the finest
vessels on the water today. we service
tugs, barges, workboats, passenger and
car ferries, fishing fleets, high-speed
passenger vessels, fish processing
vessels, government vessels and yachts.
At Foss we know that you can’t get your job done until your equipment is
working properly. Our shipwrights, machinists, welders, diesel experts,
painters, pipefitters and craftspeople are an experienced and dedicated team
who work with you to get the job done – and done right. Our goal is to
provide efficient, safe, environmentally conscious and cost-effective solutions
that keep your fleet on the water.
always safe. always ready.
The Foss Washington shipyard, located in Seattle, WA, is one of the most
completely equipped yards on the Pacific coast – offering full-service vessel
repair and maintenance, as well as new construction.
Foss Maritime
Corporate Office
1151 Fairview Ave N.
Seattle, WA 98109
Seattle Shipyard
660 West Ewing St.
Seattle, WA 98119
www.foss.com
contact Carl Smith
(206) 281-4731
tel
cell
(206) 953-5615
email
casmith@foss.com
the foss seattle shipyard
helping you succeed
in a competitive market