Southern African Shipyards Africa’s leading commercial and naval shipbuilder and ship repairing company, providing cost effective services and solutions to the marine industry worldwide. Equipped with key facilities and specialized technical expertise, we have the capacity to undertake the entire works spectrum of in-voyage and port repairs on all vessels.

The yard is located in Africa’s busiest port, the Port of Durban, on the East Coast of Southern Africa. The yard is strategically positioned at the northern extremity of the KwaZulu-Natal Southern Industrial Basin and is well supported by a wide range of complementary industries.

The yard normally has 200 — 400 persons in its employ and when required can operate on a dual-shift build programme. The ship repair department is working 24/7 wherever required.

Southern Africa Shipyards is a fully Black Empowered company. The Shipyard strives to be fully compliant with the latest South African labour legislation and is committed to Employment Equity and the upliftment of Previously Disadvantaged Individuals.

Aerial view showing the location of the property occupied by Southern African Shipyards in the Port of Durban

Shipbuilders Durban (Pty) Ltd is the property company; the property comprises a ship construction facility of National Ports Authority leaseshold land situated at 10 Rotterdam Road, Bayhead, Durban, South Africa. The lease expires on December 31, 2022.

Aerial view showing the location of the property occupied by Southern African Shipyards in the Port of Durban