Our Dedicated Team of Professional Shipwrights
At Shipwright Marine Services LLC, we have professionals with more than ninety-two years of experience combined in providing expert ship maintenance services. Discover more about our team below.
The First Cruise Ship
Prinzessin Victoria Luise was a German passenger ship of the Hamburg-America Line (HAPAG) of some 4,409 gross register tons (GRT). She is credited with having been the first purpose-built cruise ship.
Launched on 29 June 1900, she served with HAPAG until 16 December 1906 after being accidentally grounded off Jamaica.
Our Team
The SMS Team has a combined total of more than 92 years of ship service work experience. They are committed to safely accomplishing all work and achieving the quality workmanship that our client deserves.
President and CEO
At the helm, is our President and Owner, Mr. Clinch Ballew. He is a 19-year US Naval Engineering Officer Veteran with a heavy background as a Nuclear Machinist. Since leaving the Navy in 1999, he has continued to work in the Ship Repair Industry.
He worked with the Egyptian Navy for nine years. Three of which as a Mechanical Surveyor and Technical Specification Writer. The other three as the Planning Director of the Egyptian Navy Shipyard.
He started his work in the cruise line industry six years ago and started Shipwright Marine Services in 2016. The company has been welcomed into the industry with open arms.
The company’s success is because of his dedication to the client and the help of the shipwright team. They are dedicated to earning the trust of our clients and providing reliable service on time and within budget.
Clinch Ballew
Respected by the Staff
The team was challenged to adapt to changes in the ship's mooring requirements. The Windlass Brakes were being serviced and had to be back in service daily to avoid additional port charges.
They completed the job on time and within budget. In a show of appreciation, the Captain invited the team to sit with him and have dinner.
Some of Our Experts
Project Manager
Currently Open
Ayman Gaber
Senior Engineer
(Mechanical & Planning)
Kyle Tyler
Trade Mechanic
Thomas Neiderer
Mechanical Technician
Hammington
Welder
Les Williams
Code Certified Electrician
Neiko
Mechanical Technician
Thomas Henry Hudson
Mechanical Trade Supervisor
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Our team of professional shipwrights is always here to help with your maintenance needs. Contact us today at Shipwright Marine Services LLC to learn more about our wide range of services.