Business Details
27 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Ship Repair & Fabrication Since 1999
East Coast Repair & Fabrication has been a leading force in the marine, industrial, and commercial sectors since 1999, delivering dependable, high-quality welding and fabrication services across North America. Our commitment to excellence is rooted in a culture of safety, technical expertise, and continuous improvement, ensuring every project meets rigorous standards for quality and timeliness. With decades of combined experience, our skilled workforce and advanced technologies enable us to tackle projects of any scale, from custom fabrication to complex ship repair contracts for government and commercial clients.We prioritize ethical practices, environmental stewardship, and community engagement, reflecting our core values of ownership, evolution, and family. Our strategic investments in facilities, equipment, and workforce development position us to adapt to evolving industry demands while maintaining a focus on client satisfaction and operational excellence.
Services
Ship Repair
Fabrication-Welding
Machining
Crane Services
Marine Pipe Fabrication
Equipment Fabrication
Custom Fabrication
HVAC Fabrication
Steel Fabrication
Industrial Maintenance
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 rapid-response teams for emergency repairs
- Our workforce includes certified welders and NAVSEA-qualified inspectors
- We maintain a strong safety culture with zero tolerance for hazards
- Our facilities feature CNC machining, plasma cutting, and 140-ton cranes
- We provide coast-to-coast and international project support
Services
Ship Repair
We provide comprehensive ship repair services for military and commercial vessels, including structural repairs, system upgrades, and compliance modifications. Our certified technicians work on all vessel types, from Navy destroyers to commercial cargo ships, using advanced diagnostics and repair techniques. With facilities in Virginia, Florida, and California, we offer both dockside and on-site repair capabilities to minimize downtime and ensure operational readiness.
Fabrication-Welding
Our fabrication division specializes in precision welding and custom metal fabrication for marine and industrial applications. Services include pipe fabrication, steel/aluminum plate forming, and OSHA-compliant stairway construction. Equipped with CNC plasma cutters, press brakes, and 5-ton overhead cranes, we handle projects from small components to large-scale structural assemblies. All work adheres to NAVSEA, ABS, and AWS certification standards for quality assurance.
Crane Services
We offer industrial crane services with lifting capacities up to 140 tons, supporting shipyard operations and construction projects. Our certified operators and riggers use modern equipment for safe material handling, equipment installation, and structural component placement. Services include 3D lift planning, specialized transport, and on-site storage solutions for complex industrial environments across the Northeast Florida region.
Machining
Our machining division provides CNC and conventional machining services for marine and industrial components. Capabilities include waterjet cutting, plasma cutting, and precision part fabrication in our 41,000 sq ft Jacksonville facility. We produce replacement parts, custom machinery components, and system upgrades meeting exacting tolerances for naval vessels, power plants, and commercial shipping operations.
Custom Fabrication
We deliver custom fabrication solutions for unique marine and industrial challenges, from prototype development to full-scale production. Our team handles HVAC systems, heavy machinery enclosures, and specialized vessel components using advanced design software and fabrication equipment. Projects benefit from our in-house engineering support, quality control processes, and ability to mobilize fabrication teams to remote locations worldwide.
People
Jorge Rivera
Founder
With decades of marine trades experience, Jorge Rivera founded ECR from humble beginnings and grew it into a leading maritime services provider. He champions workforce development, community engagement, and sustainable business practices while maintaining hands-on involvement in strategic operations.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We serve marine, heavy industrial, and government sectors including Navy vessel maintenance, commercial shipping, power plants, and dredging operations.
Do you handle international projects?
Yes, we provide global support with recent projects in Guam, Japan, and Hawaii, in addition to our U.S. locations.
What certifications do your workers hold?
Our team includes NAVSEA-certified welders, AWS-qualified inspectors, and specialists certified in pipefitting, rigging, and shipfitting.
How quickly can you respond to emergencies?
Our rapid response teams deploy within hours, with fully equipped mobile units available 24/7 for critical repairs.
What fabrication capabilities do you have?
We offer CNC machining, plasma cutting, steel/aluminum forming, and large-scale assembly using advanced equipment in our 84-acre Newport News facility.
Do you work on Navy vessels?
Yes, we hold multiple IDIQ contracts with Navy maintenance centers and have completed repairs on all surface ship classes since 1999.
