Services

Heddle Shipyards utilizes a combination of highly skilled people and unique equipment/assets to provide Vessel Lifecycle Services, specialized Heavy Industrial Fabrication Services and Project Support Services.

Founded in 1987, Heddle Shipyards is a leading ship repair and heavy industrial fabrication service provider. Headquartered in Hamilton, Ontario, the company operates three major shipyards on the Canadian side of Great Lakes. 

Heddle Shipyards employs hard working Canadians who have the knowledge, experience and mettle to service our clients. Our employees are:

  • Welders
  • Electricians
  • Blasters/Painters
  • Millwrights/Mechanics
  • General Labourers 
  • Project Managers
  • Engineers
  • Naval Architects

Together with our management team, this diversity enables us to deliver Vessel Lifecycle Services, Industrial Fabrication and Machining as well as Project Support Services. We are ISO 9001:2015 Certified.

Sylvain Trembley – Desgagnes, Vessel Superintendant

Over the years, Heddle Shipyards has proven that they are always there to do the job when needed—and do it right as well. They’re always willing to accept any challenge we propose. I first worked with them in 2004 as chief engineer of MT Véga Desgagnés during a one-month dry docking at their installation in Hamilton. During the vessel stay at their premise, they did all the work we requested but most importantly, they did it at a competitive price and on time. 

It is without hesitation that I recommend them to anyone needing their expertise to do repair on time and on budget and done right. They are experienced and will accept any challenge.

Vessel Lifecycle Services

At Heddle Shipyards, we believe the best service is provided by working with clients for the duration of their vessel’s lifecycle.

Our Vessel Lifecycle Services include new build construction, maintenance, conversions, overhauls, emergency repairs and vessel recycling.

Heddle Shipyards is well suited to manage your vessel from construction to recycling. Whether you are planning a new build project, vessel life extension or routine maintenance, we will work with you to build a comprehensive long-term maintenance plan that addresses your specific needs and maximizes value. 

Vessel Construction

Over the past 30 years, Heddle Shipyards has methodically built up a robust marine construction reputation in Canada. A wide variety of projects have floated off our dry docks in Hamilton Harbour: from workboats to barges, cable ferries and sub-sea cable-laying equipment. 

As our business has grown, so has our production capacity. With the acquisition of the Port Weller Dry Docks in 2017, Heddle Shipyards is even better situated to take on complex construction projects.   

Repairs, Maintenance, Overhauls and Conversions

Repairs, maintenance and conversion projects have been the foundation of our business since our inception. From emergency repairs to special survey dry dockings and vessel life extension projects, Heddle Shipyards has experience from stem to stern.

Steel replacement, re-powering, structural remodeling and accommodation retrofits are just a few of the areas in which our experienced workforce excels. Large or small, alongside or on the blocks, Heddle Shipyards is ready to take on your most ambitious project.

 Welding 

  • Carbon steel and alloy welding
  • Stainless steel welding
  • Low temperature steel fabrication
  • Brazing
  • Clad welding
  • Non-destructive testing

Mechanical/Machining

  • Hydraulic couplings
  • Steering gears
  • Propulsion components
  • Machinery removal and installation
  • Machinery rebuilds
  • Milling 
  • Hydraulic cylinders
  • Liner/sleeve installations.

Electrical

  • Temporary shore power connection to vessels
  • Temporary power connection to equipment needed for vessel layups
  • Installation of navigational equipment
  • Generator services
  • Motor services
  • Cable installation all types
  • Transformer installation
  • Breaker services
  • Instrumentation services
  • Transducer installations
  • Cable transit installations
  • Distribution equipment installations

Carpentry

  • Interior carpentry
  • Cabinet and furnishing installations
  • Galley installation
  • Carpet and flooring

Recycling

Responsible ship recycling is an important component of a vessel’s life cycle. Requiring careful planning and execution, an effective ship recycling process ensures that vessels are appropriately disposed of at the end of their usage life. 

Heddle Shipyards is committed to protecting our waterways through the safe and timely recycling of ships in the most environmentally sensitive ways.

Sylvain Trembley – Desgagnes, Vessel Superintendant

Over the years, Heddle Shipyards has proven that they are always there to do the job when needed—and do it right as well. They’re always willing to accept any challenge we propose. I first worked with them in 2004 as chief engineer of MT Véga Desgagnés during a one-month dry docking at their installation in Hamilton. During the vessel stay at their premise, they did all the work we requested but most importantly, they did it at a competitive price and on time. 

It is without hesitation that I recommend them to anyone needing their expertise to do repair on time and on budget and done right. They are experienced and will accept any challenge.

Industrial Fabrication Services

Heddle Shipyards has been able to leverage the knowledge and skills developed by our experience in vessel construction and repair to become a trusted partner in the fabrication of heavy equipment.

Heddle Shipyard’s Heavy Industrial Fabrication Services activities include the fabrication of equipment for the offshore energy sector, civil infrastructure sector, marine infrastructure sector and resource extraction sector (i.e. fish farming, mining, forestry sectors etc.).

Project Support Services

Heddle Shipyards has played a key support role on a wide range of civil maritime infrastructure and construction projects. 

The company’s Project Support Services activities include terminal operations, the chartering and or sales & purchase of assets, support of marine operations (i.e. outfitting & reinstatement of equipment) and leasing of portions of the company’s facilities. In the Great Lakes region, Heddle Shipyards has provided project support services for the sub sea cable industry as well as fabrication, fit-out and reinstatement support for marine infrastructure projects.

Enquiries

At Heddle Shipyards, we understand that in the competitive world of maritime commerce, there is not a moment to lose. Our highest priority is to minimize our clients down time.

Whether you require emergency repairs or are planning for the future, our dedicated team is always ready to help find solutions that get you back on the water as fast as possible. At Heddle Shipyards, we pride ourselves on maintaining healthy client relationships. You will always find a Heddle representative ready to discuss your project.

For emergency services call 905-528-2635 ext. 248 or email info@heddleshipyards.com