Marine & Port Repairs

At J Johnstone Engineering, we provide dependable marine fabrication and repair services to local ports, harbour facilities, and commercial fishing vessels across the area.

We work closely with vessel owners and port operators to ensure boats and infrastructure remain safe, secure, and fully operational in demanding marine environments.

Port & Marina Fabrication

We manufacture, repair, and install essential safety and structural features within ports and dockyards, including:

• Safety barriers

• Ladders and access systems

• Guard rails and handrails

• Security gates and fencing

• Tyre fenders and quay protection

• Gantry repairs and structural steelwork

All fabrication is built to withstand heavy use and harsh coastal conditions, ensuring long-lasting performance and improved safety standards.

Fishing Vessel Repairs

We carry out repair and fabrication work for a range of commercial fishing vessels, including:

• Cockle fishing boats

• Shrimp fishing vessels

• Scallop fishing vessels

• Small inshore boats and larger working craft

Our services include:

• Deck repairs and strengthening

• Steel plate replacement

• Leak detection and repairs

• Hull and structural reinforcements

• General onboard fabrication and modifications

We understand the importance of minimising downtime, particularly during busy fishing seasons, and aim to complete work efficiently without compromising on quality.

Local & Accessible

Based just metres from the quayside in Silloth, we are ideally located to carry out dockside and onboard repairs quickly and effectively. The port’s accessibility allows us to undertake projects of varying size with minimal disruption.

Fishing Vessel Repair can come in all shapes and sizes, we have undertaken all types of work on board, from small hatches to completely replacing the underside of the  vessels. We have worked on many different types from small fishing boats to deep sea trawlers. We have also worked on improvements and safety features around  marinas and dockyards all over the county. Here at  J Johnstone Engineering we are just meters away from the key side and with Silloth having a large but very quiet port its ideal to carryout boat repairs of any size.