Leading Ship Repair Association in the Puget Sound Region

Meeting the needs of the ship repair industry through a unified public/private partnership

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View the company profiles of our Master Ship Repair, Alteration and Boat Repair, Associate and Supporting PSSRA Members….

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Member Spotlight

Member Spotlight: MD Marine Electric

Since its inception in 2000, MD Marine Electric—the cornerstone maritime division of the MD Electric Group—has evolved from a specialized regional provider into a globally recognized leader in marine electrical engineering. Founded by David “Mac” Davey to support the Pacific Northwest’s essential tugboat and fishing fleets, the firm now leverages the synergistic capabilities of its…

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Member Spotlight – Port of Port Angeles

As a leader in economic development, the Port of Port Angeles has at its core the mission of bringing prosperity to the communities of the north Olympic Peninsula. The Port does this through thoughtful and creative management of people, resources and infrastructure to promote the long-term well-being of the citizens and…

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Member Spotlight – Delphinus Engineering

Founded in 1994 as a small, diversified professional services company, Delphinus today employs more than 300 professional and technical personnel supporting a customer base that spans the Defense and Federal markets.A successful graduate of the Small Business Administration’s 8(a) program, we have evolved into a leading provider of expert services in…

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Member Spotlight – Coastal Marine Services Inc.

CMSI and their years of excellent workmanship and customer service have been used to insulate equipment, systems, processes, structures, as well as numerous other specially contracted projects. Structural[Bulkhead and Overhead(Hull Insulation) onboard US Naval Ships is a specialized Industry skill that CMSI has been performing for over two decades]. With quality…

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Member Spotlight: Green Toes GRP & Coatings

Green Toes GRP & Coatings, Inc., founded in San Diego, California, in 1994, provides our government and commercial customers excellence in service. The company has worked on Navy destroyers, cruisers, carriers, LPD’s, LHA’s and FFG’s. Contact Info:Phone: (619) 482-1209Address: 1433 Roosevelt AveNational City, CA 91950Website: https://greentoes.com/

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Member Spotlight: Pirtek

Located in Rockledge, Florida, the team at PIRTEK USA’s corporate headquarters takes pride in our role as a franchisor and distributor of quality products. As the franchisor, we have committed to providing excellent and continuous support to our U.S. network of more than 100 franchise locations. Franchisees receive assistance in marketing,…

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Member Spotlight: Levi Mason Industrial

Levi Mason Industrial is a new Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business that specializes in marine habitability overhaul including but not limited to -Heads -Galleys -Overhead -Bulkhead panels -Electrical -Pilot House Mods/Overhauls -Staterooms/other berthing space overhauls -Marine furniture removal/installation -HVAC -General Joinery -Door Installation We are also a certified Washington State…

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Member Spotlight: DMS America

Defense Maritime Solutions (DMS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of global marine and energy system leader. They specialize in the integration and lifecycle sustainment of power, propulsion, and maneuvering systems for U.S. government vessels. Their commitment extends beyond the initial design configuration and system integration phase, as they provide comprehensive support…

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Member Spotlight: EquipmentShare

As the fourth-largest equipment rental company in the nation, EquipmentShare operates a sophisticated network of nearly 400 locations nationwide, backed by a dedicated workforce of over 7,500 employees. They offer an expansive, next-generation fleet with an industry-leading average age of just 20 months, encompassing heavy earthmoving machinery, material-handling assets, aerial lifts,…

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Member Spotlight: E7 Defense

E7 Defense LLC is an active, registered federal contracting vendor and specialized defense consultancy incorporated in the State of Florida that operates primarily as a strategic partner to help commercial organizations navigate, bid on and secure complex government contracts. The firm focuses heavily on pipeline growth and business development through a…

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Member Spotlight: Vigor Marine Group

Evolving over decades from a strategic collection of best-in-class, specialized marine companies into a premier, unified bi-coastal enterprise, Vigor Marine Group leverages an enduring culture of innovation and a legacy of performance to serve as a trusted, full-service prime contractor in the defense and maritime sectors. By integrating the unique, complementary…

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Member Spotlight – Sherwin Williams

Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine delivers world-class industry subject matter expertise, unparalleled technical and specification service, and unmatched regional commercial team support to our customers around the globe. Our broad portfolio of high-performance coatings and systems that excel at combating corrosion helps customers achieve smarter, time-tested asset protection. We serve a wide…

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Member Spotlight – Clarus Fluid Intelligence LLC

Clarus Fluid Intelligence, LLC, (Clarus) has been part of the Naval technical services industry for almost 20 years and is built on the bedrock of excellence, integrity, and ingenuity. These core values are resolute. Armed with these core values, we identify challenges, develop efficient solutions, and cultivate success. Clarus created the Comprehensive…

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Member Spotlight – Everett Ship Repair

Everett Ship Repair, LLC (ESR) is a subsidiary of Ice Cap Holding, LCC and sister company to Ice Floe, LLC dba Nichols Brothers Boat Builders, Shared Ice Services, LLC, and Everett Floating Structures, LLC. ESR was established in October 2019; expanding Ice Cap’s shipbuilding portfolio. Together the sister-companies offer a complete…

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Member Spotlight: USI Insurance Services Northwest

From many great individuals, USI has become one unique industry leader. USI began in 1994 with a single office of $6.5 million in revenue and 40 associates. Today, USI has approximately $3 billion in revenue and over 10,500 associates across nearly 200 offices nationwide. USI has served over 500,000 clients meeting…

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Member Spotlight: The Sun Building

The Sun Building is 2 blocks from the PSNS main gate, with over 30,000sf suitable for office, light industrial, and storage, and has ample reserved parking. For more detail, please see visit: https://sites.google.com/view/sunbuilding/home Contact Info:Phone: (206) 650-5864545 5th StreetBremerton, WA 98337Website: https://sites.google.com/view/sunbuilding/home

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Member Spotlight: Frontline Naval-Marine

The New Frontline Naval-Marine Team has multiple decades of experience providing technical flushing services to the Naval industrial base. We always show up with the right people, the right equipment and are committed to safety, integrity, and ethics. Frontline knows what it takes to complete a successful project on time. They are…

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Member Spotlight: AMP United

AMP United is strategically located throughout the United States to accommodate various regional military, port, commercial, and industrial installations. AMP United began as a full-scale marine preservation company for Navy and Coast Guard pier-side, emergent, and extended maintenance availabilities. With a long-established background in Industrial & Commercial Coatings, AMP United serves various industries…

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Member Spotlight: NAVCORCON LLC

A SeaPort-NxG Prime contractor based in Poulsbo, WA, NAVCORCON LLC is an SBA Certified Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) that provides mission-critical technical and corrosion engineering services to the U.S. Navy Ship Repair Maritime Industrial Base. Anchored by the mantra “BE TECHNICALLY CORRECT,” the firm integrates ISO “Plan-Do-Check-Act” (PDCA) theory to optimize…

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Member Spotlight: Johnson Controls BAS

Johnson Controls is a world leader in smart buildings, creating safe, healthy and sustainable spaces. For more than 140 years, they have made buildings better and now there transforming them again with their award-winning digital technologies and services. They’re using artificial intelligence and data driven solutions to give you deeper insight into your…

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Member Spotlight – South Bay Sand Blasting & Tank Cleaning

South Bay Sand Blasting and Tank Cleaning, Inc. is a Minority Owned, self-certified Small Disadvantaged Business, headquartered in San Diego, California. The company was incorporated in 1991 by Canuto T. Lopez who is the sole owner and current President. With sales far surpassing $20 million annually, South Bay Sand Blasting and…

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Member Spotlight: Venture Dynamics

Established in 2000, Venture Dynamics operates as a premier workforce solutions provider and human resources partner specializing in the recruitment, placement and strategic management of highly skilled industrial and shipyard tradesmen. By maintaining a robust talent pipeline that encompasses the full spectrum of marine construction and heavy industrial specialties including certified…

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Member Spotlight – Metropolitan Solutions

In today’s highly competitive environment, quick turnaround, absolute precision, professional expertise, and personalized attention to your needs matter more than ever. Across our portfolio of environmental testing, training and real estate due diligence services, we pledge to you the best in rapid, attentive client service and dedication to providing you with…

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Member Spotlight: San Diego Seal Inc.

Established in 1978, San Diego Seal Inc. operates as a premier stocking distributor and comprehensive supply chain integrator specializing in high-performance sealing devices, mechanical seals and custom-cut gaskets designed for critical industrial applications. Leveraging nearly five decades of technical expertise the organization streamlines procurement processes by locating and supplying an extensive…

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Member Spotlight: W&O Supply

W&O’s origins begin with entrepreneur Herbert E. Goelz, a graduate of Kings Point Maritime Academy and chief mate on liberty ships during World War II. He combined his love for the marine business with his vision to be in every major port in the United States to make W&O the only…

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Member Spotlight: System Inc.

System Inc is a specialty contractor with three divisions. Established in 1963. 1. System Inc Mechanical HVAC design build Infrastructure renewal for process and building environments Duct, exhaust, ventilation installation cleaning and refurbishment HVAC equipment refurbishment, technical replacement and system revisions 2. National Laser Restoration – Laser cleaning service provider providing…

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Member Spotlight – Técnico Corporation

Técnico Corporation was founded in 1990 by Rafael Torrech III to provide premier hull, mechanical, structural and electrical support services to the local Master Ship Repair yards in the Hampton Roads, VA area. As a proud and successful graduate of the Small Business Administration’s 8(a) development program for small and disadvantaged…

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Member Spotlight – Propulsion Controls Engineering

Repairing Expectations Is Not All We Do… We Repair Engines Too. Propulsion Controls Engineering (PCE) is a full service electro-mechanical repair and diesel repair contractor. We offer a wide array of services including repair of rotating machinery and pumps, electric motor and generators, diesel engines, governors and controls, hydraulics, welding and valve…

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Member Spotlight: QED Systems Inc

QED is a highly successful engineering and technical services firm that has proudly supported the U.S. Government, our Nation’s War-fighters and the Maritime Industry since 1969. Our team includes over 500 employees and uses a disciplined engineering and technical approach; established information technology (IT) systems, and highly qualified personnel to develop…

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Member Spotlight – Aerotek

Bringing Great People and Great Organizations Together ©The key to a successful partnership with a staffing agency is to understand all the services they have to offer. Traditionally staffing agencies were used to provide employees on a short-term basis. Today the staffing industry successfully integrates contingent employees into all levels of a…

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Challenges in Ship Repair Industry

Navigating through the issues, challenges, and opportunities in the ship repair industry

Infrastructure Limitations

Addressing industrial base capacity constraints and the modernization of infrastructure required to support fleet sustainment and operational readiness

Lack of Collaboration

Addressing critical knowledge gaps and information silos within the ship repair industrial base

Regulatory Compliance

Mitigating operational risk through the disciplined management of regulatory frameworks and federal compliance mandates unique to the maritime defense sector

Knowledge and Information Gap

Optimizing the dissemination of technical specifications and educational tools required for mission-critical maintenance

Our Solutions

Providing comprehensive services to address ship repair industry challenges

Ship Repair

We provide comprehensive ship repair services for Navy ships.

Maintenance Services

We offer reliable maintenance services to keep Navy ships in peak performance.

Supply Chain Support

We offer comprehensive supply chain support for ship repair projects.

Join the Puget Sound Ship Repair Association

The Puget Sound Ship Repair Association (PSSRA) facilitates critical strategic engagement between our membership and Navy Regional Maintenance Center (RMC) leadership. Through general membership and specialized committees, PSSRA provides a formal forum for bilateral dialogue regarding mission-critical challenges.

Our collaborative focus encompasses technical and operational drivers, including Quality Assurance (QA), Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), projected workload, NAVSEA Standard Items, and Process Control Procedures (PCP). We invite your organization to contribute its expertise and join a unified voice dedicated to the advancement of the maritime industrial base

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Our Journey

PSSRA has been a trusted partner in the ship repair industry for years, delivering exceptional services and fostering collaboration.

With a client-focused approach, we have worked with numerous shipyards, suppliers, and professionals, achieving remarkable results.

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Benefits of Joining PSSRA

Discover the advantages of becoming a member of Puget Sound Ship Repair Association

Enhanced Collaboration

Access to a network of industry professionals, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing

Advocacy and Representation

Proactive voice in regional ship repair industry issues, representing the interests of our members

Information and Education

Valuable resources, seminars, and educational materials to stay updated with industry advancements

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